The Queen approves The Queens Award for Equestrianism

The Queen approves The Queens Award for Equestrianism

Her Majesty The Queen has approved the creation of "The Queen's Award for Equestrianism".

Apart from the national honours system, The Queen's Award for Equestrianism is the highest honour in the UK for outstanding services to equestrian sport.

BHS Chairman Patrick Print FBHS said: "We are thrilled and honoured that Her Majesty, who is Patron of the BHS and a strong supporter of equestrianism, wishes to recognise outstanding achievement with an a ward in her name. I can think of no greater accolade for anyone involved in the sport than to be recognised in this way."

The Award, which replaces the pre-existing BHS "Patron's Medal", is presented annually on the recommendation of the Trustees of The British Horse Society.

Mr Print said: "Whereas the former Patron's Award recognised outstanding service to The British Horse Society, the new Queen's Award for Equestrianism allows us to consider achievement across the spectrum of equestrian activity. And there are many within the horse world who provide outstanding services and who now become eligible for this recognition."

The BHS President's Award will continue to be awarded for services to The British Horse Society.

Web Site: http://www.bhs.org.uk

Date: 06 Oct 2005