The MARS Badminton Horse Trials takes place at the Badminton Estate in South Gloucestershire (home of The Duke and Duchess of Beaufort).  Badminton is the home of the longest running Horse Trials in Great Britain, attracts the very best equine athletes and offers visitors a great time for all the family (including dogs!).  Badminton International is one of the most exciting equestrian events - arguably the pinnacle of the worldwide horse trials calendar.  The Event is 5 star, the highest star, the highest grade and one of the only 7 such events in the world. 

Visitors return every year to experience the festival like feeling of this world class event within Badminton’s parkland.  The cross-country day (Saturday) at Badminton attracts crowds of up to 100,000.