ARE you missing the thrills and spills of Gatcombe already? If last weekend's dose of sunshine and showers on Princess Anne's estate gave you the eventing bug, it's time to head to Hartpury Horse Trials.
The five-day, five star event got under way on Wednesday, but there's still plenty of high-octane action to come, as well as a host of trade stands selling everything from saddles to garden seating, and plenty of food and drink stalls.
Today it's dressage from 8am, tomorrow sees the cross-country – thanks to a whizzo irrigation system – and show-jumping, and on Sunday it's more show-jumping and the all-important prize-giving.
Tickets are free today, and £10 tomorrow and Sunday. Visit www.hartpury.ac.uk for details.