COWSHOT MANOR BARN
DIARY OF ANNUAL EVENTS 2024 – SURREY, LONDON AND BERKSHIRE
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION, BISLEY
A short walk from Cowshot, Bisley has been described as the country’s most beautiful clay shooting destination and is set in 3,000 acres of unspoiled Surrey heath and woodland. Suitable for the complete novice or seasoned pro, Bisley is open seven days a week. For more information and to make bookings, visit www.bisleyshooting.co.uk.
BROOKLANDS MUSEUM
Located in Weybridge, a 25-minute drive from Cowshot, is where you can see some of the world’s rarest cars and aircraft at this iconic former racetrack and aircraft factory which opened as a public museum in 1991 and is home to the only Concorde with public access in South- East England.
The 2024 calendar hosts a variety of special days including Mini Day, Italian Car Day, Best of British and London Bus Museum Days – full details can be found at www.brooklandsmuseum.com.
ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW
Wednesday 1 – Sunday 5 May 2024
International Show jumping, Dressage, Driving, Endurance and Showing events are held in the private grounds of Windsor Castle, the oldest inhabited castle in the world. Tickets on sale now and more information can be found at www.rwhs.co.uk.
RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW
Tuesday 1 -Saturday 25 May 2024
The most prestigious of flower shows attracts exhibitors and visitors from around the world and is held in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. For tickets, visit www.rhs.org.uk.
HAMPTON COURT PALACE FESTIVAL 2024
Wednesday 11 – Thursday 22 June 2024
The first artists announced include Nile Rodgers & Chic, Deacon Blue, Sam Ryder, Sheryl Crow and Paloma Faith, with more to be added. Tickets on sale via www.hamptoncourtpalacefestival.com
TROOPING THE COLOUR
Saturday 15 June 2024
The Colours of the 2nd Battalion Irish Guards will be Trooped by No. 9 Company Irish Guards at the King’s ceremonial birthday parade. Applications to enter the ballot for tickets can be submitted in 2024 (Date ballot opens to be announced).
ROYAL ASCOT
Tuesday 18 – Saturday 22 June 2024
Five days of horseracing featuring the world’s best jockeys and thoroughbred horses, Ascot Racecourse is located a 20-minute drive from Cowshot Manor Barn. Steeped in history, the atmosphere at the Royal Meeting is unrivalled and is the seasonal event of the social calendar. For ticket information visit www.ascot.com.
HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA
Tuesday 2 July – Sunday 7 July 2024
First held in 1839, Henley Royal Regatta is the most renowned regatta in the world and it remains a highlight of the English summer season. Held on the river Thames in this beautiful Oxfordshire town, hundreds of races are fiercely competed by elite rowing teams from around the world. For ticket information visit www.hrr.co.uk.
WIMBLEDON TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Monday 1 – Sunday 14 July 2024
One of the four Grand Slams in tennis, the majority of tickets for the championships are allocated through a ballot system although some are reserved for daily sale, as are tickets for ground admission.
HAMPTON COURT PALACE FLOWER SHOW
Tuesday 2 – Sunday 7 July 2024
Enjoy the floral displays located in the beautiful grounds of Henry VIII’s palace. Tickets on sale now via www.rhs.org.uk.
HENLEY FESTIVAL OF MUSIC AND THE ARTS
Wednesday 10 – Sunday 14 July 2024
Music and comedy events will showcase every evening in this beautiful Thameside location. Tickets on sale from late February 2024 and for more information visit www.henley-festival.co.uk.
GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED
Thursday 13 – Sunday 14 July 2024
The annual motorsports festival features modern and historic motor racing vehicles taking part in events located in the grounds of Goodwood House – the seat of the Duke of Richmond – in Chichester, West Sussex. Further details and tickets now on sale from www.goodwood.com
CRICKET – TEST SERIES ENGLAND V SRI LANKA
Thursday 29 August – Monday 02 September 2024
Second Test at Lords Cricket Ground, St. John’s Wood, London
Visit www.ecb.co.uk for ticket information.
BMW PGA CHAMPIONSHIP
Tuesday 17 –Sunday 22 September 2024
The event for all aspiring golfers where the world’s best professionals compete over a period of four days. The main event is preceded by a Practice Day on Tuesday 17th and a Celebrity Pro-Am on Wednesday 18th. For ticket information, visit www.ticketseuropeantour.com.
CRICKET- MEN’S ONE DAY INTERNATIONAL SERIES V AUSTRALIA
27 September 2024
4th Men’s One Day International at Lords Cricket Ground, St. John’s Wood, London
Visit www.ecb.co.uk for ticket information.