Last week saw the launch of the 2018 Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair, which takes place from Friday 27 to Sunday 29 July.

Over 300 riders, from 10 nations have entered. The feature event is the Sema Lease CCI3*. There are also three young horse classes, including a six-year-old international class. GAIN Equine Nutrition continues its support of the event, sponsoring the CIC2*. There is a new 3* cross-country course designed by Paul Brady with the support of Mike-Etherington-Smith.

Paul Brady, event organiser said: “This internationally recognised event attracts many overseas international and Olympic riders and plays host to thousands of visitors from home and abroad. It is a great opportunity for our riders and horses to perform to the highest international level here in Ireland, while also providing our breeders and producers with an international platform showcasing and promoting the very best of Irish bred horses and promoting the Irish Horse Industry.”

Other attractions

Non-equestrian attractions include the country fair, shopping village, craft and artisan food stalls, family fun area and the GAIN dog show, which is in aid of The Irish Guide Dogs. There will also be birds of prey display.

Camphire Estate in West Waterford is located just ten minutes from Cappoquin, Lismore and Tallow and less than an hour from Cork and Waterford city making this venue the ideal location for the surrounding region.

Speaking on behalf of Sema Lease, Richard Ames said “It is a great honour for Sema Lease to be involved and partner such a prestigious event. We are very much looking forward to a long relationship with the Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair.