British Eventing

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British Eventing (BE), formally known as the British Horse Trials Association (BHTA), is the UK's governing body for the sport of eventing. The organisation changed its name at the start of 2001, as the term 'horse trials' was gradually being replaced across the globe. Eventing combines three phases: dressage, showjumping and cross country.

The organisation both regulates the sport in Britain and organises affiliated events across the country, with the eventing season running from March to October every year, weather conditions permitting.

BE consists of ten directors, currently including six-times Badminton winner Lucinda Green, and a number of committee members, responsible for such areas as major events, rules, training, safety and team selection. The body also employs four regional directors, each responsible for the events that take place in their respective geographical areas. The current chairman is Alexandra Fox.

Since the change of name in 2001, the organisation has worked to expand the appeal of the sport and to solidify its own finances.

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• Corbett, Sue (2003). "A Sport that is Never Less Than an Event." The Times. February 14.