The running of the thrilling 41st Cotswold Team Chase comes to Gloucestershire again this October and is set to be bigger and better than ever.

Taking place on the Foxcote estate in Andoversford on October 29, teams of four riders chase each other over a cross country course set with obstacles.

One of the most popular events in the Team Chase calendar. The event is set in acres of stunning, rolling Cotswold countryside it has something for everyone, with all classes and fences sponsored by local businesses.

Over 100 teams are competing in this exhilarating sport, which is supporting the county Air Ambulance.

The shopping village will have more than 30 interesting and high quality trade stands and high end food outlets, and fair attractions include a bucking broncho and charity event, featuring famous equestrians in aid of the injured Jockeys fund and Riding for the Disabled.

Equine Olympian Cooley Rourkes Drift and his rider Jonty Evans will make a guest appearance, and new for this year will be track side parking and picnicking at a cost of £45, as well as the public car parking of £15 per car.

Picture caption: team chasing