THE ‘BEST OF BRITISH’: DEFENDER BURGHLEY HORSE TRIALS 2024 MARKS 20-YEARS PARTNERSHIP

29 August 2024

  • Defender continues its support of British equestrian events with Defender Burghley Horse Trials this week, its 20th year in partnership with the event
  • 2024 event brings Defender to life with immersive experience for guests of all ages and VIP hospitality for clients
  • New Defender OCTA and original Land Rover Series I exhibits reflect a legacy of innovation, character and resilience – a thread that binds the partnership, the event, its competitors and visitors

Whitley, UK – Thursday 29 August 2024: The 2024 Defender Burghley Horse Trials sees a landmark celebration of 20 years of partnership, with this year’s event paying reverence to two decades of memorable moments.

Marrying the best of British for one of the most anticipated social and equestrian events in the world, Defender and Burghley complement each other perfectly. This year, Defender brings its legendary capability and pedigree to the spectacular rural setting of Burghley House with a showcase of its most prestigious vehicles, activities for the entire family and hospitality for clients. 

New Defender OCTA, the most capable and powerful Defender ever, will be proudly on display for guests alongside its Range Rover and Discovery stablemates. Guests can also see an example of the legendary Land Rover Series I, which embodies the deep roots and strong provenance that gives Defender its credibility as the ultimate ‘go‑anywhere’ vehicle.

And to fully showcase its off‑road credentials, visitors can take a passenger experience in live Defender demonstrations throughout the event. A purpose‑built obstacle course puts Defender through its paces with gravity‑defying stunts for guests who wish to experience its outstanding abilities first‑hand. 

Younger visitors can take the wheel too. Defender has installed a special off‑road course for a fleet of miniature ride‑on Defenders for under‑11s.

Defender, Discovery and Range Rover owners are invited to complimentary hospitality at the members lawn upon presentation of their key fob, and for any canine companions, there is a dedicated ‘Doggy Hydration Station’.

We are excited to celebrate 20‑years with Burghley, and for what I know will be another hugely successful event this year. Defender and Burghley are the perfect fit. Together we make iconic moments for competitors and guests, and we are proud to feature so prominently in the event again this year. I wish everyone competing all the best and encourage visitors to come and enjoy our incredible vehicles!

Leonie Raistrick
Brand Director, Defender and Discovery, JLR (UK)

Defender Burghley Horse Trials 2024 will also welcome a selection of Olympians and equestrian heroes, including Defender ambassador Carl Hester, as well as Ros Canter, Tom McEwen and – the defending Burghley champion – Oliver Townend. Zara Tindall will also be competing, while her father Captain Mark Phillips will be leading course walks.

Further information

Tracey Tompsett

Public Relations Manager, JLR (UK)

T: +44 (0) 7469 032 064

E: traceytompsett@jaguarlandrover.com 

 

Charmaine Lewis

Senior Press Officer, JLR (UK)

T: +44 (0) 7384 520 089

E: clewis11@jaguarlandrover.com

 

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Notes to Editors

About Defender

Defender embraces the impossible. Each member of the Defender family is purposefully designed, highly desirable and seriously durable. A modern‑day hero that respects the past but at the same time anticipates the future.

Available in 90, 110 and 130 body styles, with up to eight seats, each has a charisma of its own.

As part of our vision of modern luxury by design, Defender 110 is available as an electric hybrid. 

Defender Hard Top means business, with 90 and 110 body styles for professional capability.

A beacon of liberty since 1948, Defender supports humanitarian and conservation work with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and the Tusk Trust. 

The Defender brand is underpinned by Land Rover – a mark of trust built on 75 years of expertise in technology and world‑leading off‑road capability. 

Defender is designed and engineered in the UK and sold in 121 countries. It belongs to the JLR house of brands alongside Range Rover, Discovery and Jaguar.

Important notice
JLR is constantly seeking ways to improve the specification, design and production of its vehicles, parts and accessories and alterations take place continually. Whilst every effort is made to produce up‑to‑date literature, this document should not be regarded as an infallible guide to current specifications or availability, nor does it constitute an offer for the sale of any particular vehicle, part or accessory. All figures are manufacturer’s estimates.