Podcast Episode

[SHOWS] I Asked 20 Exhibitors: Is It Worth Exhibiting at the London International Horse Show?

The Equine Business Podcast — Marketing, Mindset, Money & Growth for Equestrian Entrepreneurs·Jenni Bush • Equine Business Strategist & Mentor Equestrian Entrepreneurs·12 February 2026·17 min

About this episode

If you’ve ever looked at a big equine show like the London International Horse Show and wondered “Would this actually be good for my business — or would it finish me off?”… this episode is for you. Instead of guessing, I asked the people who actually exhibited at the London International Horse Show in 2025. In this episode, I break down anonymous feedback from real exhibitors — including product-based businesses, service-based businesses, and those doing both — to help you understand what really happens behind the scenes at a major equine trade show. This isn’t a sales pitch for exhibiting. It’s a realistic look at costs, energy, sales, visibility, and return on investment, so you can make clearer decisions for your business. Why exhibitors chose to attend the London International Horse Show Whether exhibitors felt the show met their expectations Real data on on-stand sales vs enquiries Differences between product-based and service-based businesses What actually made people stop at stands and engage The biggest frustrations exhibitors experienced The reality of staffing, energy, and long show days Whether exhibitors would do the show again — and why How to decide if a big equine show is right for your business this year Big equine shows aren’t automatically good or bad. What makes the difference is strategy, expectations, energy planning, and knowing what success looks like before you book. If you’re considering exhibiting at a major equine show — or wondering whether it’s worth the cost — this episode will help you decide without guesswork. 👉 Want to see the survey data? Send me a message and ask for the screenshots. In this episode, we cover:Key takeaway