Olympia Horse Show Cancelled due to Coronavirus
Olympia Horse Show has today announced that they have taken the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 show due to coronavirus. The team have investigated a number of alternative options in order for the show to go ahead, unfortunately the health and welfare of the competitors, organisers and public was vital and therefore it was concluded that it was not possible to run the event this year.
Simon Brooks-Ward, Show Director, said: “My father, together with Clarion Events, started the Olympia Horse Show in 1972 and it has run every year since, meaning that this year would have been our 49th show. My brothers and I have attended every Show and therefore I completely empathise with the sadness felt by our visitors, who will not be cheering, laughing, and clapping in the Grand Hall this year. I also understand the disappointment felt by our competitors, officials, sponsors and particularly our trade stand exhibitors, who would have been particularly looking forward to the Christmas boost that Olympia gives them. Olympia holds a special place in the equestrian world’s hearts. Generations of families have held their Christmas parties at the Show and many will not be able to imagine a Christmas without a visit to Olympia. However, we are looking forward to being back in 2021, with a bumper Show to celebrate our 50th anniversary. I am extremely grateful for the supportive messages we have received from the equestrian community over the summer and am only sorry that we are unable to be with them at Olympia this Christmas.”
Olympia, The London International Horse Show will return from Wednesday 15th December to Monday 20 December 2021.