Social Hubs

Social Hubs: The Place To Be

Big screen sporting action, street food traders, bars and seating hubs.

New for 2026, our vibrant Social Hubs are the perfect places to refuel, relax and soak up the atmosphere of Scotland's only international horse trials.

Whether you're grabbing breakfast before the first class, enjoying lunch with friends or taking a well-earned break between competitions, each hub offers its own unique mix of artisan food, great coffee, licensed bars and plenty of seating. With big screens showing sporting action from across the event, you won't miss a moment while you eat.

Featuring some of Scotland's favourite street food traders alongside local producers, there's something to suit every appetite.

What's included:

  • Big screens showing all the thrill of sporting action from across the event arenas and cross-country course
  • A wide choice of food trucks featuring quality local vendors, fresh ingredients and a global menu
  • Sweet treats and baked goodies for a sugar hit to keep you going
  • Licensed bars with wine, beer, spirits and cocktails mixed just how you like them!
  • Coffees, hot drinks, water and softies
  • Plenty of bench seating for chilling and planning your next move

 

Social Hubs

Palace View

Situated at the top of the showground beside Scone's Larder speciality food hall, Palace View combines fantastic food with one of the event's most impressive outlooks over Palace itself. Just moments from the Kings Arena, it's the ideal place to start your day, meet friends or enjoy a leisurely lunch while staying close to the action. 

From wood-fired pizza and gourmet hot dogs to artisan coffee and sweet treats, this is the hub for a proper feast. Wash down your hot dogs, wood-fired pizza, hog roast, street food flatbreads and loaded fries with a serving of Churros and an perfectly chilled Prosecco!

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Almondmouth

Located beneath the Balvaird Arena and close to the showing warm-up rings, Almondmouth is one of the busiest spots on the showground. Named after the meeting of the River Almond and the Tay, it offers an exciting selection of flavours from around the world alongside Scottish favourites.

It's the perfect stop whether you're following the showing classes or simply looking for a relaxed place to enjoy lunch and watch the event unfold.

Expect Korean street food from Pinko's, Scottish burgers and burritos from Seasonal Flavour, fried chicken from Dirty Bird, smoked meats and loaded mac from Smoke & Mac, speciality coffee from Fuel Me Coffee, and coffee and cake from Robertson Hospitality.

Social Hubs

Riverside View

Set right in the heart of the cross-country course between two of the event's spectacular water complexes, Riverside View puts you at the centre of the action. Watch competitors tackle some of the course's most exciting fences while enjoying great food, fresh coffee or something sweet.

With live sporting coverage on the big screen as well, it's the perfect place to pause without missing a second of the competition. Find The Donut Man for something sweet, Smash Burger for something hearty, and Henderson Fine Food's hog roast — all with a front-row seat to the sport.

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Arena Wide

The Mini Hub: Perfectly positioned by the Riders and Trainers Marquee, The Mini Hub offers a relaxed place to grab lunch or indulge in something sweet. Enjoy delicious drinks from the Little Margarita Truck, alongside handcrafted gelato and irresistible treats from Miele's Gelateria. Ideal for anyone looking for a tasty break before heading back to the action.

Ice Cream Trucks: No great day out is complete without ice cream. Keep an eye out for our ice cream vans as you explore the showground, serving a range of refreshing ice creams and frozen treats – the perfect way to cool down on a summer's day.

Coffee Vans: Need a caffeine fix? Coffee vans are dotted throughout the event, offering freshly brewed coffee, speciality teas and a tempting selection of cakes, traybakes and sweet treats. Ideal for an early start, a mid-morning break or an afternoon pick-me-up.