Zara Phillips and Black Tuxedo at Tattersalls today. Photo by: EQUUSPIX

Zara Phillips was sampling the Meath air today for the 2012 Tattersalls International Horse Trials and Country Fair that will start at the Ratoath venue from tomorrow (Thursday 31st May) until Sunday.

The event will take place from 31st May until 3rdJune and is Ireland's premier International Three-Day Event.

Top class competitors who will be in action in the three equine disciplines of dressage, cross-country and showjumping in a bid to qualify for the London 2012 Olympics.

The Tattersalls International Horse Trials and Country Fair promises to be a great event for the entire family to enjoy.

With over 50 shopping stands including brands like Dubarry and Magee Clothing, locally produced food, picnic areas and old fashioned carnival stands, everyone will have the opportunity get to see world class Eventing and some of the world's most fearsome Olympian's up close and personal, while enjoying all the fun of the fair.

Tickets range from €5 for one day adult admission to €50 for a picnic pass (includes entry for two adults and two children)

For more information including ticket prices see www.tattshorsetrials.ie, Twitter: @TATTS2012 or Facebook.