10th February 2026

Grosvenor Insurance Sponsor British Showjumping Winter Classic at Kelsall Hill

British Showjumping Winter Classic took place from 8th January to 11th January and despite challenges from the weather saw a full schedule of competition.

The Winter Classic is a stalwart of the Showjumping calendar and Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre have facilitated this event for a number of years. Kelsall Hill are a Cheshire event centre with a mission “To provide you with experiences to treasure, our facilities should be clean and functional, our staff friendly so whether you’re top flight or grass roots, just popping in for a bite or booking a room you’ll leave knowing you’ve  had value for money, great facilities and a great time.”

If you would like to learn more about our equestrian insurance services, you can find out more here Equine Insurance | Grosvenor Insurance

About the British Showjumping Winter Classics

The Winter Classics is a seasonal showjumping series organised by British Showjumping, held during the autumn and winter months (October through March).  It brings together a programme of qualifying classes, championship rounds, and finals across a wide range of levels and age groups.

The Winter Classics season leads into finals held at prestigious shows across the UK. Key final venues include:

  • London International Horse Show (ExCeL London) 
  • Royal International Horse Show (Hickstead)
  • British Showjumping Winter Championships (Formally the Spring Championships)

These finals bring together the top qualifiers from the Winter Classics circuit, giving riders and horses a high-profile stage for their national championship performances.

If you would like to learn more about other shows available at Kelsall Hill, you can find out more here:  Upcoming Events – Kelsall Hill

Grosvenor Insurance are proud to have sponsored the National Winter 1.35 Open and the Grand Prix

National Winter 1.35 Open

Winner: Mark Bunting riding Kiaminka

Winter Classic Grand Prix

Winner: James Smith riding Astrade Z