Entries Close: Tuesday before the show date
Note: If classes become full a wait list will be held. If spaces are available late entries may be accommodated at £2.00 extra per class.

Arenas – all classes will be in the indoor arena. The outdoor arenas will be used for warming up (no more than 5 in the arena at any one time) - please follow the one-way system (small arena for warm up initially, then into the larger outdoor arena).
Intro Classes 1 & 2: Horse/rider combination not to have won a prelim or higher level test. However HC entries are permitted.

When warming up please be aware of other competitors around you and ensure you pass “left hand to left hand” in the arena when going in opposite directions. If possible make tack adjustments outside the warm up arena. Do not halt or walk on the outside of the track. Give way to the faster pace and any lateral movements.

Competitor numbers will be listed on the times - you should use either a bridle or saddle cloth number (two numbers, one each side) or make your own number to put on your back. Please bring a stamped addressed envelope which will be used to send your score sheet and any rosette(s). Scores and results will be displayed on the website at the end of the day. Please leave as soon as possible after you have finished your test(s).

Please observe current Covid distancing rules. By entering this event you agree to abide by the event rules in relation to this event, this includes any measures that are in place to make the activity Covid-secure. You should also understand that any breach of these rules will result in being asked to leave the site and may be subject to a ban from future British Riding Clubs activities. Your contact details will be held for six months for NHS Test & Trace purposes.

Please note: For Elstead RC Dressage at Priory, any professional photographer must report to the secretary and pay a fee of £15 to Priory Equestrian.

Entries in advance. You can book using our Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Elstead Riding Club.
You will receive an email confirmation of your booking and payment.
Entry Fee: £15.00 (ERC members £12.00) per class

Please advise as soon as possible if you need to withdraw. Entries will not be refunded after the closing date except on production of a medical or veterinary certificate.

RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. All events will be run in accordance with the current British Riding Clubs Rule Book. It is the competitor’s responsibility to ensure that they comply with all BRC rules which can be found on the BRC website: http://www.bhs.org.uk/enjoy-riding/british-riding-clubs/brc-handbook 2. A ‘Riding Hat’, designed to provide protection and with a three point harness properly adjusted and fitted, must be worn at all times when mounted by anyone, whether or not a competitor, at all Elstead Riding Club events/competitions, including exercising, warming up and competing. Failure to do so may incur elimination. The British Riding Clubs standard for protective headgear can be found at: http://www.bhs.org.uk/enjoy-riding/british-riding-clubs/brc-handbook competitors are responsible for ensuring their hat meets the required standard 3. The decision of the Judge is final 4. Any objection must be made in writing within 30 minutes of the incident, accompanied by a deposit of £20 which will be refunded if the objection is sustained 5. Neither the organisers nor the Hampton Estate nor Priory Equestrian accept liability for any claims in respect of injury or damage to any person, animal or property, however caused 6. The organisers reserve the right to amend the schedule as necessary 7. The organisers reserve the right to reject or cancel any entry made by any person or cancel any class (refunding any fees paid less £3 per competitor to cover administrative expenses) 8. All entry fees by post, or on the day, must accompany entry forms 9. No entries will be refunded except in the case of injury/illness of horse/rider where evidence of this is supplied e.g. letter/invoice from vet, medical certificate, etc. 10. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times whilst in the Club Field or at Priory Equestrian (dogs, except for assistance dogs, are not allowed indoors at Priory Equestrian). 11. All competitors must wear the correct riding clothes whilst competing and exercising at competitions 12. Stewards instructions must be followed 13. Misuse of whips or spurs will incur elimination. Blatant use of bad language may result in the competitor being eliminated and/or barred from further competitions 14. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult 15. Horses must be kept to a walk unless in the warm-up or competition arenas 16. The organisers reserve the right to eliminate any competitor who, in their opinion, places him/herself or others in any danger or who fails to observe the rules in this schedule 17. Horses who are not competing are not allowed on the show ground without prior permission from the show secretary 18. STALLIONS AND COLTS must be shown in a suitable bit and bridle with a stallion disc. Stallions/colts must not be led or ridden by a junior (under 18 years old). 19. All competitors and/or owners, must have their own insurance which includes suitable public liability cover.

HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY
This Health and Safety Policy applies to all events run by the Elstead Riding Club. 1. The organiser of each event has the overall responsibility for health and safety. 2. All events are organised in accordance with health and safety legislation as applicable. All who have, to any extent, control of premises or site at the event are responsible for ensuring that: • everything reasonably practicable is done to ensure the health, safety and welfare of those attending the event; • they conduct themselves so that they do not put themselves or anyone else at risk; • the access to and egress from the site is safe and unobstructed. 3. Those referred to in paragraph 2 above include all officials of the event and members of the Committee. 4. All individuals attending an event have a responsibility for their own safety and must act in such a way that others are not put at risk by their actions. 5. Emergencies • First aid cover is provided on site at all open events. Anyone requiring medical attention should report, or be reported, to the Secretary's office; • Emergency services must have access to all parts of the event site at all times and members of the public must not park vehicles so as to obstruct access; • In the case of an emergency, members of the public should contact the nearest official. • If emergency services are required, members of the public should report immediately to the Secretary's office; • Vet on call for all open events. Anyone requiring veterinary assistance should report to the Secretary’s office. 6. Horses can easily be frightened and can be dangerous. Members of the public are requested to keep clear from horse areas and to avoid behaviour which might alarm horses. 7. Emergency contact details and vehicle information MUST be lodged with the Secretary if you are competing on your own. 8. Dogs should be kept under close control and on a short lead. The Dangerous Dogs Act now covers private land.

PHOTOGRAPHY &/or FILMING:
Please be advised that photography and/or filming will take place at our events. This could be in the arenas or within the exercising and lorry parking areas. If you do not wish to appear in any images captured, please inform the secretary so that we can take appropriate steps to ensure that you are not included. The photographs/film could potentially be included in publicity sent to the local press or in Elstead Riding Club promotional materials in the future and may also be published on the Elstead Riding Club website and social media.