Show Date

Fri, May 17, 2019

Closing Date

Sun, May 12, 2019

Results:

View Results

Email:

info@optimumeventmanagement.co.uk

Website:

www.optimumevent.co.uk

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Show Secretary: Duncan Whitney-Groom

Firs Barn, Debenham Lane, Stowupland, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 5GT
Mobile: 07881802129, Email: info@optimumeventmanagement.co.uk

Show Information

Tests to be submitted before midnight on Sunday 12 May
All classes Judged by British Dressage Listed Judges
Please ensure your test is filmed from C (filmed from turn down centre line to final halt & salute), it must be filmed in landscape format and zoom applied when the horse/rider are working at the A end of the arena.
Callers allowed at all levels. Tack permitted as per BD rules, no martingales or other training aids. Correctly fitted hat and gloves must be worn throughout and your horse must wear boots/bandages to differentiate from being at an affiliated competition.

Payment Details & Event Fees

Entries in advance only. You can book using our Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to OEM.
You will receive an email confirmation of your booking and payment.

Entry Fee: £12.00 per class
Send completed tests via WhatsApp to 07881 802129 stating date of competition, rider name, class number & test/s being ridden.

Prize Information

Score sheets & rosettes will be sent via Royal Mail following each competition and results being published on our website.

Withdrawals/Refunds

Withdrawals as per British Dressage rules.

Terms & Conditions

1. By completing an entry, either online, in writing by post or over the telephone, you agree to the following terms and conditions. All entries must be accompanied with the appropriate fees, paid either by credit/debit card, cash or cheque (made payable to ‘Optimum Event Management’). 2. Withdrawals, where possible should be made before the close of entries. No refund will be made to those withdrawing after the close of entries. Fifty percent of total entry fees will be returned to those whose withdrawal is received before the close of entries. 3. All Dressage competitions shall run under British Dressage rules, unless stated otherwise. 4. The organisers reserve the right to refuse any entry without reason, to cancel or alter any class, section or competition as they see fit without giving reason. Classes may be split if entries warrant. 5. The judge’s and organisers decision is final. Any objections must be lodged with the Secretary within 15 minutes of the incident and supported by a £25 deposit, which will be returned if the objection is upheld. 6. Optimum Event Management, the organisers, their representatives or helpers do not accept liability for injury, damage or loss suffered by spectators, competitors, their horses, grooms, friends, vehicles or property, however caused, and under any circumstances, except proven negligence of the organisers. Claims for negligence against the organisers must be submitted in writing on the day of competition. 7. All competitors must compete in the declared order. 8. Correct riding attire must be worn by all competitors unless stated otherwise. Current BSI hard hats must be worn and properly secured at all times whilst mounted. 9. The welfare and health of all horses attending any event is paramount. Any horse deemed to be sick or injured in any way will be immediately eliminated and the owner shall be asked to remove the horse from the venue. All horses must be no younger than 4 years old. 10. If the organisers cancel an event, an administration fee of £2.50/per class will be retained on all entries. It is the competitors responsibility to contact the organiser on 07881 802129 to confirm if the event has been cancelled, however status updates will be available from our event listing and the ‘Optimum Event Management’ Facebook page and/or Twitter account . 11. Lunging is not permitted. 12. Entries in some cases will be limited, and if after the closing date entries are over-subscribed, a ballot will operate. Waiting lists will be kept for all over-subscribed classes. Classes may start early and might also run into the evening. 13. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times and remain the responsibility of the owner. If any dog is found loose on the venue grounds unattended, then appropriate action will be taken. Dogs are not permitted into any indoor space. 14. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. 15. It is the responsibility of all competitors to ensure that the grounds of the venue are kept clean and litter put in the bins provided. Any person found to be disobeying these rules will be asked to leave the venue immediately. 16. The organiser reserves the right to ask any person in breach of these terms and conditions, to leave the venue immediately. 17. The organiser reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions should the need arise. 18. Smoking is not permitted whilst mounted.