Six Weeks of Top Equestrian Competition in Summer's Most Beautiful Home:  The Green Mountains

The Vermont Summer Festival Horse Shows are a chance for equestrians to spend July and August where the summer is its most beautiful: Vermont's Green Mountains. Quaint New England towns of the Manchester & the Mountains area, noted for their charm, first class accommodations, world-class dining and excellent show facilities, host the fourteenth annual Vermont Summer Festival.

The Harold Beebe Farm in East Dorset is the perfect site for the six weeks of competition. Its lovely peaceful view of the Green Mountains, just off scenic Route 7 North, offers a well equipped hunter/jumper facility. The show grounds boast FIVE all weather rings, including one of the largest Grand Prix fields in New England, as well as several all weather schooling and riding areas, permanent wash racks, paddocks and extended trails for casual enjoyment.

When the day's work is over, the nearby towns are full of New England charm: historic homes, quaint country inns and taverns, many comfortable, friendly places to stay and dine. Manchester is known throughout the region as the home of world-class shopping! You'll find everything from couture clothing to gourmet food to antiques and handmade arts and crafts. You'll find over two dozen designer outlets in Manchester including top names like Brooks Brothers, Jones of New York, Coach and Ralph Lauren. This mecca of summer recreation runs the gamut from hiking the Appalachian Trail to golf, tennis, canoeing, hunting, fishing, in-line skating and more.