Dubarry stall’s ‘free alcohol’ at Burghley Horse Trials isn’t popular with everyone

A well-heeled trade stand at the Burghley Horse Trials has been the focus of licensing officials - for apparently giving away free alcohol.

Officers on patrol in high-visibility jackets were seen chatting with staff at the Dubarry of Ireland stall this morning (Thursday, September 5).

It is understood the intervention related to a drinks giveaway for customers making certain purchases at the stall, although it is unclear whether any actual breach of the trading licence has been made.

Jacqui Harvey, head of environmental health and licensing at Peterborough City Council said: "We work closely with Burghley Horse Trials every year via our safety advisory group and as part of that role the regulatory services teams attend on the start days and throughout the event as required to ensure all licensing objectives and safety matters are in place throughout the four day event.

“Officers inspected all traders on site selling food and alcohol today as normal and issued advice, and will review again tomorrow.

"All those involved in the event are fully engaged with the regulation process and are positive and supportive of the collaborative work we do for their event to ensure the enjoyment of all attending."

A spokesperson for Burghley Horse Trials said they do have plenty of security and licensing staff on patrol at the event to ensure everything is in order.

Zara Tindall, who is competing on her horse Class Act, arrived at Burghley on a bike yesterday.

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