The 2026 Defender Burghley CCI5* event features a completely redesigned showground layout aimed at enhancing spectator experience and accessibility. Key changes include relocating the popular Insights Stage and improving access to shopping areas, making the event more enjoyable whether you’re there for the competition or the amenities. Additionally, a limited number of spots remain for the exclusive Five Star Eventing Tours trip to Burghley, offering behind-the-scenes access and curated experiences such as dining inside Burghley House.

The article also highlights several major international and U.S. eventing competitions happening that weekend, providing links for schedules, entries, scoring, and volunteer opportunities. Supplementary content includes a training tip from Olympic eventer Lauren Billys Shady on the importance of circles in riding and a nostalgic look back at Jonelle Price’s 2018 Badminton victory with Classic Moet.