The Magnolia Cup

We are delighted to announce that the Magnolia Cup is back in 2021

2021 Fundraising
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In 2019, twelve inspirational women, including Khadijah Mellah, burst through the stalls and raced down the Goodwood home straight in a flash of vibrant colour from their beautiful, bespoke silks.

The race made headlines around the globe, as she became the first women to not only ride but win a race in Britain wearing a hijab. This remarkable feat became the subject of 'Riding a Dream', which chartered her phenomenal achievements.

The opening race of Ladies' Day

This renowned charity event sees riders who are the leading women of business, sport, fashion and media, take part in one of the most exciting horseracing events in the world.

Each year riders are selected to take part from all walks of life, none are professional jockeys - but their resilience and determination has helped changed the perceptions of women in sport.

Introducing our 2021 riders

Ella Dettori – Student and Event Rider.
Isabel Spearman – Brand Consultant and Smart Works Ambassador.
Rachel Stringer – A Sports Presenter and Reporter.
Callie Coles – Writer and Influencer.
Tatiana Mountbatten – British Dressage Rider.
Caroline Miller – Property Consultant in the UK and France.
Thea Gosden – Hood - Co-Founder at Indigo and Ivy Events.
Octavia Pollock - Chief sub-editor of Country Life magazine.
Candida Crawford - Freelance Rider.
Goose Leigh – Advertising Executive at Tatler specialising in Country Pursuits.

Markel’s new three-year Magnolia Cup partnership

Exclusive ownership and naming rights of the prestigious horse race on Ladies Day will be held by Markel through to 2023.

As an official partner of the Qatar Goodwood Festival, Markel, the global insurer, aims to raise awareness of its commitment to creating a more diverse and inclusive organisation and build upon its long-standing promise to support the communities it serves.

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Fundraising for Smart Works

The impact of the pandemic on female unemployment means the charity will be more needed than ever before and aims to help more than 5000 women in the year ahead.

Thanks to the charity’s support, over 60% go on to get a job following their visit to Smart Works. As well as providing complete outfits of high-quality clothes for job interviews, beneficiaries also have access to one-to-one interview training and the opportunity to join the Smart Works Network to further their development.

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