THIS year's Wilton Horse Trials take place at the weekend with many of the country's top equestrian stars heading to the Earl of Pembrokeshire's picturesque estate.

William Fox-Pitt, Zara Phillips and Pippa Funnell are among those expected to compete.

For the third year running, Whitehead Vizard are the main sponsors of the event, which was first held in 1976.

Among the competitions at the two-day event, which starts on Saturday (July 31) is the latest stage of this year's Mitsubishi Motors Stately Homes Challenge.

Entrance to the horse trials is £12 per car (includes all occupants).

Pictured above are event organiser Anthony Ffooks, William Fox-Pitt and Andrew Hodder of event sponsors Whitehead Vizard.