Connolly’s RED MILLS Partners with RoR at Blenheim Palace 2026
Connolly’s RED MILLS is proud to partner with Retraining of Racehorses (RoR) at this year’s Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, celebrating the versatility, athleticism and longevity of the Thoroughbred beyond the racecourse.
Taking place from 17–20 September, the prestigious four-day event welcomes some of the world’s leading event riders and horses to the spectacular grounds of Blenheim Palace, alongside a programme celebrating the breadth of equestrian sport.
As the RoR partner of the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, Connolly’s RED MILLS will support RoR activities throughout the event, helping to showcase the versatility and achievements of former racehorses competing across a range of disciplines.
As part of the partnership, Connolly’s RED MILLS is the sponsor of the RoR Dressage Championships, and will also provide prizes for the best-placed RoR in the Eventer Challenge and 4 classes* at Blenheim.
For Connolly’s RED MILLS, the partnership represents a natural extension of the brand’s longstanding connection with racing and its commitment to supporting horses throughout their lives and careers.
With decades of experience in equine nutrition and a strong heritage in the Thoroughbred sector, Connolly’s RED MILLS understands the changing nutritional needs of horses as they transition between disciplines and stages of their careers.
Jane Davis, Head of Marketing at Connolly’s RED MILLS, said:
“We’re delighted to partner with RoR at Blenheim and to support exracehorses competing in their new careers across the event. The Thoroughbred is an incredibly versatile and athletic horse, and Blenheim provides a fantastic platform to celebrate what these horses can achieve both within eventing and across other disciplines.
“At Connolly’s RED MILLS, we’re proud of our heritage in racing, but our commitment to the Thoroughbred doesn’t stop when a horse leaves the racecourse. Supporting horses through every stage of their lives and helping them to perform and thrive in their next careers is something we’re passionate about.
“From sponsoring the RoR Dressage Championships to recognising the best-placed RoR competitors across the Eventer Challenge and 4 classes, we’re delighted to play a part in celebrating the versatility and achievements of these horses and their riders at such a prestigious event.”
Katrina Midgley, Event Director of the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, said:
“We’re delighted to welcome RoR Showing and Dressage back to Blenheim this year. It’s incredibly special to be able to showcase these wonderful horses and demonstrate just how versatile they can be beyond their racing careers.
“RoR brings something different to the programme and gives our visitors the opportunity to see former racehorses thriving in another discipline. We’re also thrilled to have Connolly’s RED MILLS supporting the classes this year. Their strong heritage within racing and equestrian sport
makes them a fantastic fit, and we’re looking forward to welcoming the competitors to Blenheim in September.”
The return of RoR Showing and Dressage
The return of RoR Showing and Dressage forms part of an action-packed four days at the 2026 Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, where visitors can enjoy world-class equestrian sport alongside grassroots competition, shopping, demonstrations and entertainment.
At the heart of the sporting programme are Blenheim’s two international classes: the CCI4-L* and the GFS Saddles CCI4-S* 8 & 9 Year Old Class, attracting leading riders and horses to compete against the iconic backdrop of Blenheim Palace.
