John Whitaker
John Whitaker MBE has been a top International show jumper for over 40 years, alongside his wife Clare and daughters Joanne and Louise they run a successful business for competition horses at Heyside Farm.
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An evening with John Whitaker and friends
Join us for an insightful interview with John Whitaker as he launches his new book. Plus, watch Robert Whitaker ride Vermento, a super-special homebred from John’s stallion Argento, a former winner of the King George V Gold cup and a member of the winning Nations Cup team at Hickstead in July.
Ticket price includes a signed copy of the book (RRP £18.99)
Date: Wednesday 27th November 2024
Location: Merrist Wood Arena, Surrey GU3 3PE
Doors open: 7pm
Evening starts: 7.30pm
£49.00
Book your tickets here: https://www.horseandrideruk.com/shop/an-evening-with-john-whitaker-and-friends/
John Whitaker - The Legend. On sale now
In a career spanning six decades, John Whitaker has been to six Olympic Games, four World Equestrian Games finals, three World Championships and has represented Great Britain on more than 200 Nations Cups.
His story is one of incredible success, heart-breaking loss, near-death injury and lost opportunity.
For every equestrian and horse enthusiast this is a must-read book about a rider who’s become the most admired horseman in the world.
You can purchase your copy here:
https://www.johnwhitakerthelegend.com/
Hickstead Nations Cup Triumph for John and Unick Du Francport
Photo Credit - Boots and Hooves Photography
The British Team triumphed in the Agria Nations Cup of Great Britain at The Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead today.
8 Teams took on the challenge this afternoon, and John and "Frank" had the crowd on their feet with their incredible double clear, helping to take the win alongside team mates Tim Gredley, Ben Maher and John's son Robert Whitaker.
You can read the full report from World of Showjumping here:
https://www.worldofshowjumping.com/Nations-Cup-events/Brilliant-Brits-win-the-Agria-Nations-Cup-of-Great-Britain.html