Inside Scone: Wills Oakden on What Makes Scone Special

We’re nearing the first-ever Scone Palace International Horse Trials — and Scotland’s own Wills Oakden is here to take us behind the scenes. Nicole Brown chats with Wills about what this brand-new event means for Scottish eventing, the work going into preparing the venue, and his own plans for competing on home turf. From fresh challenges to home advantage, it’s a mix of insight, humour, and excitement for one of the most talked-about additions to the 2025 calendar.

Episode Highlights:

• The end of an era for Blair and why Scone is stepping into the spotlight
• Terrain, setting, and spectator appeal — what makes Scone unique
• Wills’ perspective on the cross-country course and preparations
• His horse line-up for the weekend
• How he handles pressure at home events
• Why Scone’s first year is just the start of something big

Guest: Wills Oakden

Host: Nicole Brown

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