The Southampton Inn & A Premiere Horse Show
Don’t miss the final day of the 36th Annual Hampton Classic’s ‘Super Sunday’ on Sunday, September 4, 2011 at Bridgehampton, New York. The exciting week-long horse show begins Sunday, August 28, and ends on Sunday, September 4. It represents one of the most prestigious horse shows in the nation, and features competitors at every level.
‘Super Sunday’ is an opportunity for the finest riders to showcase their talents in this year’s Hampton Classic competing for prize competitions: the 7- & 8-year-old Young Jumper Championship [$30,000], the Carolex Show Jumping Derby [$25,000], the Hermès Hunter Classic [$10,000], and the feature event the FTI Grand Prix and FEI World Cup Qualifier [$250,000]. Those who will be competing in the FTI Grand Prix must first successfully complete the course on Friday’s Spy Coast Farm Grand Prix Qualifier [$50,000]. The Grand Prix is a CSI 4-star event recognized by the Federation Equestre Internationale. Olympians, World Champions and USEF Veterans will be participating in this class. This is the day Hamptons notables such as Alec Baldwin, Christine Brinkley, Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos, Glen Close, Katie Couric, Billy Joel, Quincy Jones, Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Matt Lauer, Ralph Lauren, Elle McPherson, Chuck Scarborough, Steven Spielberg and Bruce Springsteen. have been seen under the VIP tent. This year, owner of Southampton Inn will be in attendance.
Just a few miles away, the Southampton Inn is one of the best places to lodge through the duration of this prestigious climax to the Hamptons social season. An ideal home away from home, the Inn is nestled on more than five acres of manicured lawns and lushly landscaped grounds in the village of Southampton. The Inn offers its guests an array of amenities during mid-week and weekend stays, which include an outdoor fifty-foot heated pool, a newly landscaped garden at the northeast corner of the pool, a game room for children of all ages, an all-weather tennis court, as well as the Inn’s complimentary shuttle service to Cooper’s Beach. No matter the season, the charming enclave is perfect all holidays especially Rosh Hashana, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas and New Years. Southampton Inn’s year round local community activities include tours of historical homes, tastings at local wineries, visits to the pumpkin patch and more.
The Hamptons Classic Horse Show will be publically broadcasted by Peconic Public Radio (88.3FM) and WVVH-TV. Please visit www.hamptonsclassic.com for further information.
ABOUT THE SOUTHAMPTON INN: The Southampton Inn boasts a Hamptons club casual atmosphere and houses a beautiful garden, pool and patio in a serene setting. The Inn is steps away from designer boutiques, quaint and fine dining, parks, art galleries, museums, and is just a mile from the renowned Cooper’s Beach. A warm and welcoming local landmark, the Southampton Inn is home to 90 guestrooms and a conference center that can hold a wide variety of events. The Inn’s delectable restaurant, OSO, features an attractive outdoor dining area and its ingredients are all fresh and locally sourced. For a true getaway experience, exciting excursions can be arranged by the Southampton Inn’s concierge service, including fishing trips, hiking at surrounding nature conservancies, horseback riding, surfing and sailing lessons, bicycle rentals, as well as tours of local museums, historic sites and vineyards. Southampton Inn is the perfect destination on the East End, if you’re looking for the ideal location for an event, a lovely weekend getaway or a fresh bite to eat.
For further information about the Southampton Inn, please visit www.southamptoninn.com.
SOUTHAMPTON INN:
91 Hill Street
Southampton, New York
T: 631-283-6500
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