DVI presents bid for European Championships Four-in-Hand 2021

Chairman of the Organising Committee Hugh Scott-Barrett and Secretary Cindy Timmer presented the bid for the organisation of the FEI Driving European Championships Four-in-Hand 2021 in Valkenswaard to the FEI in Lausanne, Switzerland, on 24th April. Representatives of the FEI Legal, Digital & Broadcasting, Sponsorship & Event Management, Communication, Driving, Finance and Veterinary Departments attended the presentation, which was held in a friendly and harmonious atmosphere. The emphasis was put on DVI Plus: Driving Valkenswaard International is more than an international driving competition. Items on the programme like the Bike Challenge, the Tug of War and the Pro-Am Challenge involve the whole team around the driver. DVI is organised by and for drivers and has proven in the past three years to produce a Championship-worthy competition. The European Championships 2021 could be a very good addition and the candidacy is much supported by the Municipality of Valkenswaard, which supports DVI from its inaugural edition in 2016. The preferred dates for the European Championships 2021 are 29th July to 1st August to provide a last qualification competition for the Horse Pairs, who will have their World Championships in Kronenberg the first week of September. Budapest has also put in a bid to host the European Championships and the FEI will decide on 19th June 2019 who they will allocate the Championships to.

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2024 Edition of Driving Valkenswaard International Cancelled
29/02/2024
It is with deep regret and sadness that the Organising Committee (OC) have had no choice but to cancel the 2024 event. / On behalf of DVI, I sincerely thank Valkenswaard Council, Boyd and Preetha Exell and all others involved who have worked tirelessly to try and bring the event to fruition for their support. We look forward to being able to proudly host DVI again in the future.
On behalf of DVI, I sincerely thank Valkenswaard Council, Boyd and Preetha Exell and all others involved who have worked tirelessly to try and bring the event to fruition for their support. We look...
2023 Edition of Driving Valkenswaard International Cancelled
05/04/2023
2023 Edition of Driving Valkenswaard International Cancelled / Today, the board of Driving Valkenswaard International has had to make the difficult decision to cancel the 2023 edition of the event.
Today, the board of Driving Valkenswaard International has had to make the difficult decision to cancel the 2023 edition of the event.
Large field of competitors at Driving Valkenswaard International
05/06/2022
Large field of competitors at Driving Valkenswaard International / The provisional list of competitors for Driving Valkenswaard International is known. No fewer than 30 pairs and 30 four-in-hands from 13 different countries have been registered for the competition.
The provisional list of competitors for Driving Valkenswaard International is known. No fewer than 30 pairs and 30 four-in-hands from 13 different countries have been registered for the competition.
Driving Valkenswaard International introduces exciting new class: the DVI Handicap Stakes
09/05/2022
Driving Valkenswaard International introduces exciting new class: the DVI Handicap Stakes / During Driving Valkenswaard International which takes place from June 9th to 12th, the international horse pairs and horse four-in-hand drivers will not only battle it out as usual for the highest placings in their FEI class, but their scores will also be used for a special, non-FEI, Handicap Stakes class.
During Driving Valkenswaard International which takes place from June 9th to 12th, the international horse pairs and horse four-in-hand drivers will not only battle it out as usual for the highest...
Driving Valkenswaard International in full preparation
08/04/2022
Driving Valkenswaard International in full preparation / From June 9th through 12th, Valkenswaard is in the spotlight for four-in-hand and pair driving sport. The driving worlds best will battle it out in dressage, marathon and cones on the grounds of Exell Equestrian in Borkel en Schaft, Netherlands.
From June 9th through 12th, Valkenswaard is in the spotlight for four-in-hand and pair driving sport. The driving worlds best will battle it out in dressage, marathon and cones on the grounds of...
Driving Valkenswaard International: High level and challenging competition
08/08/2021
Driving Valkenswaard International: High level and challenging competition / Borkel en Schaft (Valkenswaard) was the centre of the international driving sport for the past five days at Exell Equestrian. The organisation had decided from the start to run the event without spectators but did everything possible to make it a top event for the competitors. Drivers from 16 nations competed for the prizes.
Borkel en Schaft (Valkenswaard) was the centre of the international driving sport for the past five days at Exell Equestrian. The organisation had decided from the start to run the event without...
World class drivers flock to Driving Valkenswaard International
19/07/2021
World class drivers flock to Driving Valkenswaard International / World class drivers flock to Valkenswaard to compete in the 5th edition of Driving Valkenswaard International from July 28 to August 1. The wonderful site of Exell Equestrian in Borkel en Schaft is the backdrop for this great event. The competition will be held without spectators.
World class drivers flock to Valkenswaard to compete in the 5th edition of Driving Valkenswaard International from July 28 to August 1. The wonderful site of Exell Equestrian in Borkel en Schaft is...
Driving Valkenswaard International 2021 - Without General Public
26/06/2021
Driving Valkenswaard International 2021 - Without General Public / The Organising Committee of Driving Valkenswaard International has taken the decision to host the 2021 event without general public present.
The Organising Committee of Driving Valkenswaard International has taken the decision to host the 2021 event without general public present.
The Program and Members of the Jury for Driving Valkenswaard International 2021 have been announced.
04/06/2021
The Program and Members of the Jury for Driving Valkenswaard International 2021 have been announced. / The Program and Members of the Jury for Driving Valkenswaard International 2021 have been announced.
The Program and Members of the Jury for Driving Valkenswaard International 2021 have been announced.
Driving Valkenswaard International again awarded O-status
23/02/2021
Driving Valkenswaard International again awarded O-status / The Royal Dutch Equestrian Federation (KNHS) has once again awarded O-status to Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) for the next two years.
The Royal Dutch Equestrian Federation (KNHS) has once again awarded O-status to Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) for the next two years.
Driving Valkenswaard International 2021
15/02/2021
Driving Valkenswaard International 2021 / The Organising Committee are looking forward to hosting the 2021 edition of Driving Valkenswaard International welcoming Pairs and Four-in-Hands from 28th July – 1st August.
The Organising Committee are looking forward to hosting the 2021 edition of Driving Valkenswaard International welcoming Pairs and Four-in-Hands from 28th July – 1st August.
FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020 cancelled
02/10/2020
FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020 cancelled / The FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand that was due to take place in Valkenswaard, the Netherlands next week, is cancelled. This is a huge disappointment for the competitors and the Organising Committee
The FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand that was due to take place in Valkenswaard, the Netherlands next week, is cancelled. This is a huge disappointment for the competitors and the...
FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020- LIVE LINK
01/10/2020
FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020- LIVE LINK / FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020- LIVE LINK
FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020- LIVE LINK
Competitors list FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-hand announced
28/09/2020
Competitors list FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-hand announced / At the beginning of last week, the final entries for the FEI World Championship for Four-in-Hand in Valkenswaard 2020 were announced. It has now become clear which National Federations will send a nations team and which drivers will compete on individual basis. Despite the Corona restrictions, almost the entire world top will come to Valkenswaard to compete for the medals.
At the beginning of last week, the final entries for the FEI World Championship for Four-in-Hand in Valkenswaard 2020 were announced. It has now become clear which National Federations will send a...
Eqclusive are delighted to supply Universal Brush Packs for Grooms Prize Giving at FEI Driving World Championship Valkenswaard 2020
22/09/2020
Eqclusive are delighted to supply Universal Brush Packs for Grooms Prize Giving at FEI Driving World Championship Valkenswaard 2020 / Eqclusive are delighted to supply Universal Brush Packs for Grooms Prize Giving at FEI Driving World Championship Valkenswaard 2020
Eqclusive are delighted to supply Universal Brush Packs for Grooms Prize Giving at FEI Driving World Championship Valkenswaard 2020
Introducing the Officials - Stefan Keszycki (Poland) - Ground Jury Member
17/09/2020
Introducing the Officials - Stefan Keszycki (Poland) - Ground Jury Member / Ground Jury Member Stefan Keszycki has been an International Judge since 1988, and brings his great experience to the competition.
Ground Jury Member Stefan Keszycki has been an International Judge since 1988, and brings his great experience to the competition.
The World Championships for Four-in-hand horses are coming!
15/09/2020
The World Championships for Four-in-hand horses are coming! / After a lot of uncertainty, the World Championships for four-in-hand horses will still be taking place this year in the Netherlands. Held on the grounds of reigning World Champion Boyd Exell’s stables in Valkenswaard, drivers will strive for individual and team medals from 7-11 October.
After a lot of uncertainty, the World Championships for four-in-hand horses will still be taking place this year in the Netherlands. Held on the grounds of reigning World Champion Boyd Exell’s...
Introducing the Officials - Jan Devaere - Chief Steward
08/09/2020
Introducing the Officials - Jan Devaere - Chief Steward / “Our team has 3 magic words : help, prevent and intervene.” Jan has been an FEI Official since 1999 and is very much looking forward to the competition.
“Our team has 3 magic words : help, prevent and intervene.” Jan has been an FEI Official since 1999 and is very much looking forward to the competition.
Zilco Europe Ltd Confirmed Sponsorship of FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020
06/09/2020
Zilco Europe Ltd Confirmed Sponsorship of FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020 / Zilco Europe Ltd is delighted to confirm a key sponsorship at this year’s FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020 which will take place from 7th to 11th October.
Zilco Europe Ltd is delighted to confirm a key sponsorship at this year’s FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard 2020 which will take place from 7th to 11th October.
Introducing the Officials - Anne Marie Turbé - President of the Ground Jury
05/09/2020
Introducing the Officials - Anne Marie Turbé - President of the Ground Jury / Introducing Anne Marie Turbé President of the Ground Jury H4
Introducing Anne Marie Turbé President of the Ground Jury H4
Driving Valkenswaard International opens the door to horse pairs
27/08/2020
Driving Valkenswaard International opens the door to horse pairs / From 7-11 of October the grounds of Exell Equestrian on the Horse Boulevard in Valkenswaard will be welcoming competitors to the FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand. After discussions with the national and international equestrian federation, the organisation has decided to also allow a small number of international pair drivers to start.
From 7-11 of October the grounds of Exell Equestrian on the Horse Boulevard in Valkenswaard will be welcoming competitors to the FEI Driving World Championship Four-in-Hand. After discussions with...
Hermann van den Bosch member of the jury at World Championships Valkenswaard 2020
24/08/2020
Hermann van den Bosch member of the jury at World Championships Valkenswaard 2020 / International level 3 judge Hermann van den Bosch will be a member of the judges panel at the World Championships for Four-in-hand horses that will take place 7-11 October in Valkenswaard. This will be Van den Bosch's World Championships debut.
International level 3 judge Hermann van den Bosch will be a member of the judges panel at the World Championships for Four-in-hand horses that will take place 7-11 October in Valkenswaard. This will...
Programme and Jury FEI Driving World Championships for Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard announced
18/08/2020
/ Programme and Jury FEI Driving World Championships for Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard announced
Programme and Jury FEI Driving World Championships for Four-in-Hand Valkenswaard announced
Preparations for FEI Driving World Four-in-Hand Championship Valkenswaard 2020 continue
11/08/2020
Preparations for FEI Driving World Four-in-Hand Championship Valkenswaard 2020 continue / Preparations are continuing as planned for the FEI Driving World Four-in-Hand Championship Valkenswaard 2020, the organising committee have appointed a Covid Co-Ordinator who is working with the Gemeente Valkenswaard and RIVM to ensure that all safety measures are being adhered to.
Preparations are continuing as planned for the FEI Driving World Four-in-Hand Championship Valkenswaard 2020, the organising committee have appointed a Covid Co-Ordinator who is working with the...
World Championships Valkenswaard 2020 launches Logo
26/07/2020
World Championships Valkenswaard 2020 launches Logo / In the past week, the organisation of Driving Valkenswaard International proudly launched the logo for the World Championships for Four-in-hand horses that will take place on the grounds of Exell Equestrian in Valkenswaard 7-11 October.
In the past week, the organisation of Driving Valkenswaard International proudly launched the logo for the World Championships for Four-in-hand horses that will take place on the grounds of Exell...
2020 FEI World Championships Four-in-Hand in Valkenswaard on track with FEI approval
06/07/2020
/ The organisation behind Driving Valkenswaard International is pleased to announce that their plans to organise the FEI World Championships for Four-in-Hand horses in October of this year are on schedule.
The organisation behind Driving Valkenswaard International is pleased to announce that their plans to organise the FEI World Championships for Four-in-Hand horses in October of this year are on...
2021 European Championships in Budapest
22/06/2019
2021 European Championships in Budapest / The FEI, the international federation for equestrian sport has awarded the 2021 European Championships for four-in-hand horses to Budapest, Hungary. In addition to Budapest Driving Valkenswaard International had also put their name forward as a candidate.
The FEI, the international federation for equestrian sport has awarded the 2021 European Championships for four-in-hand horses to Budapest, Hungary. In addition to Budapest Driving Valkenswaard...
Wim Heylen and Michael Brauchle on the sidelines
12/06/2019
Wim Heylen and Michael Brauchle on the sidelines / Both Belgian pair driver Wim Heylen and German four-in-hand driver Michael Brauchle had the unfortunate luck this past weekend of having accidents at Driving Valkenswaard International.
Both Belgian pair driver Wim Heylen and German four-in-hand driver Michael Brauchle had the unfortunate luck this past weekend of having accidents at Driving Valkenswaard International.
Prizes in kind for pairs and teams from Nicole Menners
31/05/2019
Prizes in kind for pairs and teams from Nicole Menners / Nicole Menners will kindly donate two prizes in kind for the Horse Pair and Horse Team competitors at Driving Valkenswaard International 2019. The prize winners will receive special driving fly blankets, developed by Nicole. 
Nicole Menners will kindly donate two prizes in kind for the Horse Pair and Horse Team competitors at Driving Valkenswaard International 2019. The prize winners will receive special driving fly...
Ideal Harness for Pairs Marathon Winner
30/05/2019
Ideal Harness for Pairs Marathon Winner / The winner of the Horse Pairs Marathon Class at Driving Valkenswaard International on Saturday June 1st will be awarded with a set of Ideal LeatherTech pair harness, offered by Ideal Equestrian.
The winner of the Horse Pairs Marathon Class at Driving Valkenswaard International on Saturday June 1st will be awarded with a set of Ideal LeatherTech pair harness, offered by Ideal Equestrian.
Driving Valkenswaard 2019: One horse not deemed fit
29/05/2019
Driving Valkenswaard 2019: One horse not deemed fit / This morning the National Four-in-hand competition and 3-star pairs competition kicked off with the veternian check. Only one horse, of over 260 horses in total, was not deemed fit to compete.
This morning the National Four-in-hand competition and 3-star pairs competition kicked off with the veternian check. Only one horse, of over 260 horses in total, was not deemed fit to compete.
Zilco Harness for Winner Horse Teams Marathon
28/05/2019
Zilco Harness for Winner Horse Teams Marathon / Zilco Europe will be awarding the winner of the Horse Teams Marathon phase at Driving Valkenswaard International 2019 a bespoke set of Zilco Classic team harness.
Zilco Europe will be awarding the winner of the Horse Teams Marathon phase at Driving Valkenswaard International 2019 a bespoke set of Zilco Classic team harness.
Chr van den Heuvel & zonen BV continues to support Driving Valkenswaard
28/05/2019
Chr van den Heuvel & zonon BVcontinues to support Driving Valkenswaard / Chr van den Heuvel & zonen BV are long time supporters of Driving Valkenswaard International and will be available at our promo village with carriages on display and expert advice on hand.
Chr van den Heuvel & zonen BV are long time supporters of Driving Valkenswaard International and will be available at our promo village with carriages on display and expert advice on hand.
Driving Valkenswaard International is thrilled to be supported by Pitt Bicycles
28/05/2019
Driving Valkenswaard International is thrilled to be supported by Pitt Bicycles / Driving Valkenswaard International is thrilled to be supported by Pitt Bicycles, and after the success of last years Pitt Bike Challenge, this exciting event takes place again this year.
Driving Valkenswaard International is thrilled to be supported by Pitt Bicycles, and after the success of last years Pitt Bike Challenge, this exciting event takes place again this year.
Van der Wiel single harness for winner Pro-Am Challenge
27/05/2019
/ One of the fantastic prizes put forward to the winner of the Pro-Am Challenge during Driving Valkenswaard International this weekend will be a set of Van der Wiel Single Harness donated by the master harness makers from Hamont-Achel Belgium.
One of the fantastic prizes put forward to the winner of the Pro-Am Challenge during Driving Valkenswaard International this weekend will be a set of Van der Wiel Single Harness donated by the master...
Harness horse champions to start at Driving Valkenswaard International
26/05/2019
Harness horse champions to start at Driving Valkenswaard International / The Cones competitions at Driving Valkenswaard International will on Sunday 2nd June be alternated with four harness horse classes. The list of competitors includes a large number of names of regional and national champions.
The Cones competitions at Driving Valkenswaard International will on Sunday 2nd June be alternated with four harness horse classes. The list of competitors includes a large number of names of...
World’s top international drivers gather in Valkenswaard
16/05/2019
/ From Thursday 30th May until Sunday 2nd June the fourth edition of Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) has solidified its place on the international driving calendar. A record number of 75 pair and four-in-hand drivers representing 16 different countries have signed up to compete at this beautiful competition held on the grounds of World Champion Boyd Exell’s home at the Horse Boulevard in Borkel en Schaft, The Netherlands.
From Thursday 30th May until Sunday 2nd June the fourth edition of Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) has solidified its place on the international driving calendar. A record number of 75 pair...
Dodson & Horrell Official Show Sponsor Driving Valkenswaard International
15/05/2019
/ Dodson & Horrell, Europe’s leading equine feed manufacturer is the Official Show Sponsor of Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI), which takes place May 30th to June 2nd at the home site of five times World Champion Boyd Exell in Valkenswaard, the Netherlands.
Dodson & Horrell, Europe’s leading equine feed manufacturer is the Official Show Sponsor of Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI), which takes place May 30th to June 2nd at the home site of five...
DVI presents bid for European Championships Four-in-Hand 2021
25/04/2019
/ Chairman of the Organising Committee Hugh Scott-Barrett and Secretary Cindy Timmer presented the bid for the organisation of the FEI Driving European Championships Four-in-Hand 2021 in Valkenswaard to the FEI in Lausanne, Switzerland, on 24th April.
Chairman of the Organising Committee Hugh Scott-Barrett and Secretary Cindy Timmer presented the bid for the organisation of the FEI Driving European Championships Four-in-Hand 2021 in Valkenswaard...
Dutch Harness Horses to be featured in Valkenswaard
12/03/2019
/ After the success of the Dutch Harness Horse classes during the last editions of Driving Valkenswaard International, the horses will be returning to Exell Equestrian in Valkenswaard on Sunday 2 June in full force.
After the success of the Dutch Harness Horse classes during the last editions of Driving Valkenswaard International, the horses will be returning to Exell Equestrian in Valkenswaard on Sunday 2 June...
Victory for Boyd Exell and Lars Schwitte
27/05/2018
/ Host Boyd Exell and Lars Schwitte won the four-in-hand and pairs event respectively at DVI Valkenswaard.
Host Boyd Exell and Lars Schwitte won the four-in-hand and pairs event respectively at DVI Valkenswaard.
Marathon: victory for Dijkhof and de ronde
27/05/2018
/ Today the marathon was staged in summer conditions and there was a gentle breeze which made it very pleasant for the public to stay at host Boyd Exell’s facility.
Today the marathon was staged in summer conditions and there was a gentle breeze which made it very pleasant for the public to stay at host Boyd Exell’s facility.
Martin Wagner wins sandmann sprint
26/05/2018
/ During the marathon a 100 meter track was marked in the B-phase, the so-called ‘Sandmann Sprint’. The time was recorded and the fastest pair and four-in-hand drivers received a special prize offered by Sandmann Transporte.
During the marathon a 100 meter track was marked in the B-phase, the so-called ‘Sandmann Sprint’. The time was recorded and the fastest pair and four-in-hand drivers received a special prize...
Dutch four-in-hand team and Exell in the lead
25/05/2018
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Convincing dressage win for lars schwitte
24/05/2018
/ The third edition of Driving Valkenswaard International started this morning at 10 am with the dressage competition for horse pairs.
The third edition of Driving Valkenswaard International started this morning at 10 am with the dressage competition for horse pairs.
Horse inspection
24/05/2018
/ Driving Valkenswaard International has kicked off with the first official part, the horse inspection. Divided over two lanes no less than 220 horses were presented.
Driving Valkenswaard International has kicked off with the first official part, the horse inspection. Divided over two lanes no less than 220 horses were presented.
The best of the international driving world is coming to valkenswaard
02/05/2018
/ The third edition of Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) is set to take place from Thursday 24 until Sunday 27 May.
The third edition of Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) is set to take place from Thursday 24 until Sunday 27 May.
Four-in-hand nations cup in valkenswaard
18/02/2018
/ The Nations Cup for Four-in-hand horses will take place this year in Valkenswaard 23rd – 27th May. National teams will compete against each other during Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) on the grounds of Exell Equestrian in Valkenswaard.
The Nations Cup for Four-in-hand horses will take place this year in Valkenswaard 23rd – 27th May. National teams will compete against each other during Driving Valkenswaard International (DVI) on...
The after movie driving valkenswaard international 2017 is out!
27/07/2017
/ Enjoy the second edition of Driving Valkenswaard 2017 with this video!
Enjoy the second edition of Driving Valkenswaard 2017 with this video!

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