Charles Owen is proud to announce a new partnership with Bicton International Horse Trials as Official Safety Partner and sponsor of the 2026 CCI2*-L class.

The partnership marks the beginning of an exciting collaboration between two respected names within the equestrian industry, united by a shared commitment to supporting riders at every level of the sport.

“Partnering with Bicton International Horse Trials as Official Safety Partner marks an exciting new collaboration for Charles Owen. We’re proud to support the event and sponsor the CCI2*-L class at such a well-regarded venue within the sport. We look forward to building a strong partnership with Bicton and an exciting future together, while continuing to support rider safety across every level of competition.”

— Jade Faulkner, Head of Product & Brand Development at Charles Owen

Bicton Arena has become one of the UK’s leading eventing venues, hosting international competition alongside a busy calendar of grassroots and national events across multiple disciplines.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Charles Owen, a brand synonymous within the industry as world-leading helmet providers. This marks our first safety partnership for Bicton Arena, and what better way to welcome them on board than at the Bicton International Horse Trials later this month. We are thrilled they are supporting the event as section sponsor of the CCI2*-L and look forward to working with them over the coming year across all disciplines, from grassroots through to elite level.”

— Helen West, Co-Director at Bicton Arena

Together, Charles Owen and Bicton International Horse Trials look forward to supporting the future of equestrian sport through innovation, performance, and rider wellbeing.