Whitley, 25 March 2014. Land Rover has today announced an extension to its title sponsorship of Burghley Horse Trials which will see the partnership through to the end of 2017. Land Rover's association with this world‑renowned eventing competition has been established for many years, being the official vehicle supplier since the early 90's and becoming title sponsor in 2005.
During its nine year sponsorship of The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials, Land Rover has become synonymous with the prestigious event. The company's commitment to Burghley Horse Trials sees over 60 of its vehicles supplied to officials for use during the competition.
In the heart of the showground, Land Rover is showcased with a striking vehicle display and a testing off‑road demonstration area giving customers a chance to sample the all‑terrain capability with Land Rover Experience instruction.
Commenting on the contract renewal, Elizabeth Inman, event director, said: "Land Rover has been a loyal and active investor in our event and sport since 2005 and I am delighted that with Land Rover's renewed investment, we can continue to deliver a leading world class event every year."
Jeremy Hicks, Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover UK said: "We are very pleased to be continuing our long standing partnership with Burghley Horse Trials. Our commitment to equestrian sport is well established and will certainly continue into the future as Land Rover enhances its range of family suited vehicles bringing versatility and capability to customers and competitors alike."
The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials take place from 4th ‑ 7th September 2014.
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Editors Note:
About Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials
Established in 1961 and held in Burghley Park with the magnificent Burghley House as a backdrop, Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials is one of three events in the Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing and one of only six CCI 4*events in the world which also includes the FEI Classics Series. The event takes place on 4‑7 September 2014 and showcases the best in the world in the equestrian disciplines of dressage, show jumping and cross country. The event is also famous for its extensive shopping avenues, pavilions and food walk and is established as a major international equestrian and social event in the Autumn Sporting Calendar.
About Land Rover
Since 1948 Land Rover has been manufacturing authentic 4x4s that represent true breadth of capability across the model range. Defender, Freelander, Discovery, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover and Range Rover Evoque each define the world's 4x4 sectors. Land Rover products are currently sold in approximately 180 global markets.
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