Wednesday 2nd April, The British Show Jumping Awards Ball took place at the Hilton Metropole, Birmingham, with in excess of 500 guests, acknowledging some of the countries best show jumping achievements, as well as those who have helped to support the sport during the past year.

The ten prestigious awards went to:-

Best up and coming Pony Rider

James Smith

Best Up and Coming Rider for 2008 aged 13-21 years on Horses for 2008

William Whitaker

Breeders Award

Charlie Edwards

Members Venue of the Year

Addington Manor

Members Personality of the Year

Geoff Billington

Riders Rider of the Year Award

John Whitaker

Members BSJA Accredited (UKCC) Coach of 2007

Corinne Bracken

Sir Harry Llewellyn Trophy – Area Trial Points

Caroline Webley/Barrister QC

International Horse/Rider Combination of 2007

John Whitaker/Peppermill

Lifetime Achievement and Services to Show Jumping Award

Mr Douglas Bunn