Treo Eile is proud to introduce the Treo Eile Thoroughbred Eventing Class at Millstreet International Horse Trials 2026, an exciting new opportunity to showcase the versatility, athleticism and second-career potential of the thoroughbred.
Taking place from 21–24 May 2026 at Millstreet, Co. Cork, the class will run at EI105 level under national rules, alongside the international classes at one of the most renowned events on the Irish calendar.
As part of the Treo Eile Eventing Ireland Thoroughbred Support Package for 2026, this class is designed to give thoroughbreds and their riders a chance to compete on a high-profile stage and highlight just how well these horses can transition from racing into eventing.
With a total prize fund of €5,200, along with special awards for the Highest Placed Thoroughbred ridden by U18, Highest Placed Mare, Highest Placed Raced Thoroughbred, and the Breeder’s Award, the class is a valuable addition to the calendar for Thoroughbred connections.
Qualification/Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Treo Eile Thoroughbred Eventing Class, horse/rider combination must meet the following conditions:
- Two MERs at EI100 AND one MER at EI110 OR CCI1* Intro in the preceding 12 months as a combination.
- One of the MERs must be achieved within six months of the event.
- Must not have achieved an MER at or above EI115/CCI3*.
- MERs are dressage minimum 55% good marks (45 penalties), no more than 16 SJ penalties and clear XC jumping penalties for each event.
- While all MERs are checked, it will be the responsibility of the athlete to ensure their MER is correct before making an entry. If MERs are not compliant, prize money and/or placing will be forfeit.
- The deadline for achieving the MERs is 17th May 2026
- You can enter pending MERs – if you don’t achieve the necessary MERs by the deadline, your entry will be WD and Refunded
Conditions:
- Riders and horses must be fully registered with Eventing Ireland.
- Horses must be registered with Treo Eile through treoeile.com
- Horses must be entered using the name as per the Weatherbys or equivalent passport. If your horse is presently unnamed please note: Names (for non-racing purposes) can be registered with Weatherbys at a reduced rate Weatherbys – Name a Horse
Competition Details:
Entry Fee: €250 – excl Treo Eile 30% entry subsidy
Stabling: €80 (not included in Entry Fee)
Hook Up: €110
*** Hook Up and Stabling must be booked at the time of entry, if required ***
Dressage Test: 2026 FEI EVENTING CCI1* DRESSAGE TEST C
Cross Country: CCI1*Intro track.
Show Jumping: 1.05m
Millstreet International has long been a favourite venue for riders and spectators alike, and this new class promises to be a brilliant showcase for Thoroughbreds excelling in their lives after racing. Treo Eile are excited to be partnering with such a prestigious venue and event on the Irish eventing calendar.
