EIGHT lucky Journal readers will have the chance to see Europe's top young riders in action at Hartpury College next week.

Evesham.com which is running the scoring for the event as well as a cyber caf, has two sets of four tickets to be won. All the tickets give free entry and hospitality to the European Young Rider Championships, which run from next Wednesday (August 23) to August 27.

Evesham.com, which now has its own freephone number on 0800 0353 353, is sponsoring the event as it is keen to promote young talent in whatever field.

Carolyn Worth said: "We are keen to show that we can tackle any sort of IT problem, including providing internet scoring facilities and reporting in the middle of a field."

This prestigious event is the first time the three disciplines of show jumping, dressage and eventing have been held at the same venue.

The competitors are the finest 18 to 21-year-olds who form the potential next generation of World and Olympic class riders.

As well as seeing some inspiring horsemanship over the five days, spectators can also enjoy spectacular opening and closing ceremonies with skydivers, horse and hound parades, riding displays and marching bands.

Tickets can be bought from 01452 700822. To be in with a chance of winning the tickets on offer from Evesham.com there is a simple question to answer: What is Evesham.com's freephone telephone number?

Send answers to the Journal at Briar Close Business Park, Evesham, Worcs WR11 4JT marked young rider competition by August 22, including a name, address and telephone number. Winners will be notified by telephone.