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These rides showcase everything that makes endurance special: stunning routes, passionate volunteers, and a shared love of exploring the countryside with our horses.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom April through to autumn, riders will have the chance to take part in celebratory events in every corner of the country—each one offering its own unique experience, while united by the same spirit: \u003cstrong\u003epartnership, adventure, and horse welfare at the heart of everything we do.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Nationwide Celebration\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 25th anniversary calendar is packed with rides, including:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCerne Giant (Wessex)\u003c/strong\u003e – 18 April\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColquite Estate (South West)\u003c/strong\u003e – 10 May\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLittle Dalby / Littleburgh (Lancashire)\u003c/strong\u003e – 10 May\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFord End (Iceni)\u003c/strong\u003e – 10 May\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColoured Cob (Nottingham)\u003c/strong\u003e – 16–17 May\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDialstone (North \u0026 East Yorkshire)\u003c/strong\u003e – 31 May\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForemark (Derbyshire)\u003c/strong\u003e – 6 June\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlmond Fields (Leics \u0026 Rutland)\u003c/strong\u003e – 14 June\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWirral (Cheshire)\u003c/strong\u003e – 20 June\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBibury (Cotswolds)\u003c/strong\u003e – 20–21 June\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell Vale (Lindum)\u003c/strong\u003e – 26–28 June\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCranham (Offa’s Dyke)\u003c/strong\u003e – 26 July\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Dummer (Mid South)\u003c/strong\u003e – 8–9 August\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElan Valley (Mid \u0026 North Wales)\u003c/strong\u003e – 30 August\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHole Park (South East)\u003c/strong\u003e – September\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePembrey (South \u0026 West Wales)\u003c/strong\u003e – September\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCannock PR (Heart of England)\u003c/strong\u003e – October\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e…and more to come as groups continue to join the celebrations.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes These Rides Special?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Silver Anniversary Ride has been carefully chosen by its local group to represent the very best of endurance in their area—whether that’s iconic scenery, historic routes, or a particularly welcoming atmosphere for new riders.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eCerne Giant\u003c/strong\u003e, riders pass one of Britain’s most recognisable landmarks:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Beautiful scenery. Low amount of road work… and of course, the Cerne Giant!”\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eColquite Estate\u003c/strong\u003e in Cornwall, the focus is on inclusivity:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“An opportunity to celebrate Endurance GB’s 25th Anniversary at a ride that caters for all riders and abilities.”\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile in Nottingham, the \u003cstrong\u003eColoured Cob Ride\u003c/strong\u003e offers a truly unique route:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Starting at the limestone gorge of Creswell Crags… passing through the stunning Welbeck estate into National Trust Clumber Park.”\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd in the Cotswolds, the \u003cstrong\u003eBibury Solstice Ride\u003c/strong\u003e combines history with breathtaking views:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Ancient Roman routes… undulating countryside… and chocolate box villages. Beautiful.”\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Community That Makes It Happen\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind every ride is a dedicated team of organisers and volunteers who bring endurance to life. From marking routes to welcoming riders at the finish, their passion is what keeps the sport thriving.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one organiser from Offa’s Dyke shared:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A friendly community of riders, riding in a safe environment.”\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that sense of community is echoed across the country. Whether you’re riding, crewing, or volunteering, endurance is as much about the people as it is the miles.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Than Just a Ride\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany groups are going the extra mile to mark the anniversary, with special touches including:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eCommemorative rosettes and plaques\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eCharity fundraising initiatives\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAwards for turnout, farriery, and horsemanship\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eTraining opportunities for newcomers, including mock vettings\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Hole Park in Kent, the focus is on growing the sport for the future:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“We’re keen to maximise its potential… and expand endurance riding in Kent… the 25th anniversary will help us achieve this.”\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Try Endurance Riding?\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve never taken part before, there’s never been a better time to give it a go.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one organiser put it:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“If you and your horse are reasonably fit, anyone can enjoy endurance.”\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd that’s what makes the sport so special. From your first 8km pleasure ride to longer distances, endurance is \u003cstrong\u003ethe sport that suits every horse and every rider\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don’t need specialist tack. 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