Events 2023

We’ve got a busy year ahead.  The RDA team will be out on the road spreading the word, cheering on our supporters, and hosting national competitions for our incredible participants.

We hope to see you at some of these events – don’t be shy, say hello!

4-5th March

26th April

National Equine Show

4-5th March
Come join us at the inaugural National Equine Show, where RDA has been selected as the Charity of the Event. We are excited to see all the fantastic equestrian products on display and get stuck into the interactive features available

London Marathon

26th April
From the start line to the finish line, help cheer on our 6 RDA runners at the London Marathon this year. As well as achieving a fantastic physical feat, our runners also raise much-needed funds for our charity

4-8th May

14-18th June

Badminton Horse Trials

4-8th May
Following a successful time as Charity of the Year last year, RDA returns to the excitement of Badminton in 2023. At our stand, not only can you learn about the amazing work RDA does but you can also have a go on Charley, our mechanical horse.

Bolesworth International Horse Show

14th – 18th June
RDA are delighted to have been chosen as the Bolesworth International Charity of the Event. t’s the perfect summer day out – world-class equestrians, entertainment, shopping, food and drink.

14-16th July

9-10th September

RDA National Championships

14-16th July
RDA’s National Championships is the biggest event of its kind. Held at Hartpury every year, you can come along and watch our participants and Groups compete. From dressage to carriage driving to vaulting, we have a jam-packed schedule of action and breathtaking performances, as well as many opportunities to learn more about the vital work RDA does.

Cornbury House Horse Trials

9-10th September
Join us as official charity partner of Cornbury House Horse Trials (6-10th September), where RDA will be running a host of exciting activities across the weekend (9-10th). Our local group New Yatt RDA will be at our stand, which will feature our mechanical horse Charley, and Cotswold RDA will be bringing some furry friends to showcase our Tea With a Pony activity.

November

RDA Virtual National Championships

November (date TBC)
Now an annual event in the calendar, our Virtual National Championships are an exciting display of RDA activities to our global audience. Not only will you be treated to a display of RDA across the UK, but we’ll also have some special extra features. Tune in online for free and cheer our participants and Groups on.

If you have any queries about any of the events listed, or you would like to fundraise for RDA at a challenge event like the London Marathon, please contact us on fundraising@rda.org.uk.