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This is the longest running regional IDHS (GB) affiliated show, currently in its 20th year. We have a full range of In Hand and Ridden classes and National Championship Show qualifiers for Pure Bred IDs and ID Sport/Part bred Horses.
We also run a number of Open classes – these are open to horses with non or unproven Irish Draught breeding.
The North West Irish Draught & Hunter Show
Sunday 16th August 2026
Myerscough International Arena, Preston.
Horse Monkey entries now open!
Full schedule and show rules available in the Downloads tab.
Qualifiers for the National Championship Show
* IDHS(GB) £2000 Ridden Challenge * Irish Draught Owners and Breeders Group ID Youngstock Challenge
and one of the first qualifiers for the 2027
Royal International British Horse Feeds and IDHS (GB) Ridden Championship Series
Also eligible for the Sport Horse Breeding in the North West points scheme
Open classes for In Hand Hunters and Cobs, open ridden classes for Novice horses, Cobs and Ridden Hunters.
Great venue and a friendly atmosphere.
Hornby Premium Inspections available but you must book this in advance – contact Heather Chaplin 01823 601625 or Carol Rudd 07860 102256
If you would like to sponsor/donate please contact Carol Rudd 07860 102256