How to get involved in eventing without a horse

Reasons to volunteer in eventing 

• A wonderful way to ‘give something back’ to the sport – it’s fun and rewarding, and there’s renowned community loyalty.
• It will improve your knowledge of eventing.  
• It’s varied – roles on offer include fence judge, collecting-ring steward, dressage writer, secretary’s assistant … the list goes on! 
• You get to see top horses and meet lots of elite riders. 
• Some events offer a free day’s entry as a spectator in exchange for one day’s volunteering. 
• Without volunteers, events couldn’t run!

Help out an event rider

• Helping out for a friend or local eventer is rewarding. 
• You can give moral support and an extra pair of hands is always appreciated. 
• It’s a great social opportunity, hanging out with other riders, grooms and helping hands. 
• There are always lots of picnics available in the lorry park!

Join an eventing syndicate 

• It’s a more affordable route into owning an event horse. 
• You might get the chance to part-own a four star horse. 
• It’s about the whole experience – training, news and other opportunities – not just the competing. 
• Many events offer special facilities for owners. 
• It’s a great opportunity to meet like-minded people to socialise with. 

Being an event spectator

• It’s a great day out for the whole family, even non-horsey members. 
• Watching the horses competing is thrilling.
• There are often shopping and foodie stands to explore!
• At BE events, there is a variety of horses and riders at different levels, all out enjoying the experience of the three phases at one venue. 
• It’s an excuse to get out and about in the countryside and enjoy the fresh air. 
• BE Supporter Membership provides free event entry (up to CC1*), course walks and BE discounts.