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Perth Racecourse
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Perth Racecourse is situated in what is widely recognised as one of the most picturesque settings in the country. Within the grounds of historic Scone Palace, the course skirts the banks of the mighty River Tay and weaves its way past trees that have stood for centuries, since the time when this was the playground of the Kings and Noblemen of Scotland.
Set your heart racing at Britain’s most northerly racecourse – see website for all racing fixtures and to book tickets on line www.perth-races.co.uk
Venue: Perth Racecourse, Scone Palace Park, Perth
Contact: Perth Racecourse Office
T: 01738 551597
E:julie@perth-races.co.uk
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Spring Festival of Show Jumping
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Late March annually, 9am to 9pm each day
The culmination of the indoor affiliated jumping season is held at Gleneagles Equestrian Centre, as Scotland's top show jumpers compete against Irish and English riders for the honours.
The Equestrian Centre is an accredited British Horse Society training and examination centre, and its fully-qualified coaches teach specialist programmes, including carriage driving and cross-country riding.
Venue: Gleneagles Equestrian Centre, Auchterarder, Perthshire
Contact: Jane Cepok
T: 01764 694206
E: events@gleneagles.com
W: www.gleneagles.com
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Blair Castle International Horse Trials & Country Fair
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Late August annually, 9am to 5pm each day
Scotland's largest equestrian event and country fair with varied competitions including top class International Three-Day Eventing, BSJA Show Jumping, Highland Pony Show, Hunter Show and NPS Scotlands Finals Show. Country Fair arena attractions, a tented village with shops galore, a craft marquee and a Festival of Food. Entertainment for all the family. Please see website for full details.
Venue: Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Perthshire
Contact: Blair Horse Trials Office
T: 01796 481543 E: info@blairhorsetrials.co.uk
W: www.blairhorsetrials.co.uk
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Dundee and Perth Polo Club
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The premier club for polo in Scotland. Everyone welcome. Come and play Scottish polo!
Located in the grounds of Perth Racecourse at Scone Palace Park in Perth, the club has two polo grounds, one for practice, one for matches. The club also offers stabling facilities, a training school, a club house, two grandstands and a wooden horse for practising. Annual events include the TMI Festival Cup Polo Match and The Highland Ball, both held in August.
W: www.scottishpolo.com
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