Taking to the stage

On Monday 22nd December, 50 Cool Ridings guests were welcomed to the London International Horse Show. For many, this was their first time attending and the response from members was overwhelmingly positive. The atmosphere, the horses, the energy, and the sense of belonging made it a day that will stay with us for a long time.

That afternoon, Cool Ridings took to the Live Zone stage to host a panel talk focused on community, inclusion, and the importance of creating pathways within equestrian sport. Sharing the Cool Ridings story in front of the London International Horse Show Audience felt significant not just for us as an organisation, but for members to who on the most part, have witnessed and contributed to the growth of Cool Ridings over the past five years.

The day concluded with access to the evening performance in the main arena, an unforgettable experience that left our members inspired, energised and proud to be part of something bigger. Seeing world-class sport from those seats, together, was a powerful reminder of why representation and access matter so deeply.

London International Horse Show opened its doors to Cool Ridings with warmth and genuine enthusiasm which does not go unnoticed by our community. We are incredibly grateful to the London International Horse Show team for embracing Cool Ridings so wholeheartedly. Experiences like this are exactly what we are passionate about getting behind, creating spaces where riders feel seen, supported and inspired to dream bigger. This is only the beginning, and we cannot wait to build on what was a truly landmark moment for the Cool Ridings community.