Competitors and spectators travelled from across the globe to watch the world famous event at Burghley House.
Princess Anne – who won the event in 1971 – presented the first place trophy to Gemma Stevens, who won riding Chilli Knight.
After winning Gemma said: “This represents 25 years of work and finally I have managed to win a ‘big B’ [Burghley or Badminton]. We so nearly won Badminton a couple of years ago, and I have just known in my heart of hearts that there was a big win in this horse. We just needed our stars to align, and everything has aligned this week.”
It wasn’t just the competitive action that drew the spectators – there was plenty of going on for shoppers, with a range of stalls and retailers working during the week.
Photographer David Lowndes was on hand to capture the best of the action.
1. Burghley Horse Trials
Princess Anne visits staff on the World Horse Welfare stands Photo: DAVID LOWNDES
3. Burghley Horse Trials
Spectators try to get the best picture possible Photo: DAVID LOWNDES
