The Defender Burghley Horse Trials is underway, with thousands of people enjoying an event that was bathed in sunshine today (Friday).
Photographer Paul Marriott was there for LincsOnline, recording the sporting action and catching the crowds as they strolled, shopped and stopped for refreshments.
Zara Tindall and her father, Captain Mark Phillips provided a famous presence, while those who know their horses will have spotted some top talent that includes members of the Paris Olympics GB team.
Pippa Funnell riding Mcs Maverick at the Trout Hatchery. Photo: Alan WaltersPippa Funnell riding Mcs Maverick at the Trout Hatchery. Photo: Alan WaltersThe Stamford Challenge Cup held by town councillor and jeweller John Dawson, Sarah Davis and Emma Jenson. Photo: Alan WaltersJane Isherwood, centre, celebrated her 60th birthday at Burghley with family. Photo: Alan WaltersAustin O’Connor rides Colorado Blue through the water at Lion Bridge. Photo: Alan WaltersPippa Funnell riding Mcs Maverick at the Trout Hatchery. Photo: Alan WaltersThe Crimshaws had plenty to choose from at the Katie Cardew stand. Photo: Alan WaltersHarry Meade riding Superstition is reflected in the water at the Trout Hatchery. Photo: Alan WaltersBurghley was busy over the weekend. Photo: Alan WaltersTom Jackson riding Capels Hollow Drift. Photo: Alan WaltersA competitor rides through the water with Lion Bridge and Burghley House in the background. Photo: Alan WaltersA competitor clears Lambert’s Sofa with Burghley House in the background. Photo: Alan WaltersJane Snipe, Rachel Parker, Helen Applewhite, Dominique Clugston, Lisa Spencer-Knott, Laura Watkin and Susie Evans. Photo: Alan WaltersRuby Willows was happy to find a hobby horse at the event. Photo: Alan WaltersDenise Healey and Kerry Livesey may have done a little shopping. Photo: Alan WaltersJess Strong finds a gift from the Rutland Bookshop helped by Lucy Baines and Oscar Stephenson. Photo: Alan WaltersAustin O’Connor rides Colorado Blue through the water at Lion Bridge. Photo: Alan WaltersThe event attracts about 150,000 visitors. Photo: Alan WaltersEmma Hyslop-Webb riding Jeweetwel enters the water. Photo: Alan WaltersDaniel Jocelyn riding Blackthorne Cruise makes a splash. Photo: Alan WaltersPippa Funnell riding Mcs Maverick at the Trout Hatchery. Photo: Alan WaltersRachel Sharp and Jack Hunter at a motor neuron disease charity stall. Photo: Alan WaltersIt was a champagne event at the Really Wild stand with Helen Oliver, Imogen and Helen Taylor, and Mila Molina. Photo: Alan WaltersCrowds gathered around the big screens to catch the action. Photo: Alan WaltersJennifer Adams and Dennis Handy find a vantage point for their refreshments. Photo: Alan WaltersMary and Richard Brocklehurst from East Sussex cool off with ices. Photo: Alan WaltersAlexander Bragg rides Quindiva under the arches of the Lion Bridge. Photo: Alan WaltersSusannah Berry riding Irene Leva at the Trout Hatchery. Photo: Alan WaltersPeople enjoyed coffee in the sunshine on Friday morningVicki Maxwell and Alison Bowmen say 'cheers' - well, it was nearly lunchtimeCaptain Mark Phillips strolls over to watch daughter Zara Tindall (behind), on Class Affair on ThursdayCaroline Powell on Greenacres Special Cavalier celebrates after her dressage discipline on FridayCrowds listen to Zara Tindall at a Q&A sessionZara Tindall on Class AffairA dog enjoys a tasty treatCrowds pack the shopping avenuesFriday morning at The Defender Burghley Horse TrialsFriday morning at The Defender Burghley Horse TrialsShopping is a big thing at BurghleyEnjoying the sunshine in front of BurghleyA competitor in the Dubarry Burghley Young Event Horse 5-year-old-final, against the backdrop of Burghley HouseCrowds gather for the entertainmentVisitors coming over the Lion BridgeThe event is quite a sociable affairCaroline Powell on Greenacres Special Cavalier for the dressage on FridayCosby Green on Copper Beach in the dressage on FridayFriday morning was busy at The Defender Burghley Horse Trials in StamfordAistis Vitkauskas and Commander VG head to the arenaSpectators in their shadesPeople pose for pictures with Zara Tindall and Carl Hester after a Q&A sessionZara Tindall at a Q&A sessionZara Tindall on Class AffairThe event has attracted plenty of visitorsIan Greensitt, sculpture, with some of his work at the horse trialsBurghley Park on Friday morningEmily King on Valmy BiatsZara Tindall at a Q&A sessionA Cottesmore Pony Club member competes in the team pony club competition. Photo: Paul Marriott PhotosZara Tindall with Class Affair. Photo: Paul Marriott PhotosZara Tindall, who will be competing with Class Affair, seen at the vets' inspection on Wednesday at The Defender Burghley Horse trials
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