The National Veteran Championships incorp the VHS Supreme Final (Going Ahead)

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Show Date
Fri, Aug 29, 2025 to Sun, Aug 31, 2025
Closing Date
Mon, Aug 4, 2025
Entries Open
Wed, Oct 23, 2024
Enter Online
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Email:
champs@veteran-horse-society.co.uk
Website:
www.veteran-horse-society.co.uk/national-championships
Starting Times:

 See printed schedule

Class 0
Merchandise    
Class 1 A
In Hand Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Area Qualifier. In Hand Diamond Veteran. 25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 2 A
In Hand Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Area Qualifier. In Hand Veteran. 20-24 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 3 A
In Hand Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Area Qualifier. In Hand Pre-Veteran. 15-19 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 4 A
Ridden Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Area Qualifier. Ridden Diamond Veteran. 25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 5 A
Ridden Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Area Qualifier. Ridden Veteran. 20-24 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 6 A
Ridden Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Area Qualifier. Ridden Pre-Veteran. 15-19 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 7 R
In Hand Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Regional Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only. 25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 8 R
In Hand Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Regional Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only. 20-24 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 9 R
In Hand Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Regional Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only. 15-19 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 10 R
Ridden Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Regional Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only. 25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 11 R
Ridden Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Regional Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only. 20-24 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 12 R
Ridden Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Regional Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only. 15-19 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 13
Young Handler    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Handlers not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. No stallions.
Class 14
Ridden Mountain & Moorland    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Wildcard class. Open to small and large breeds. Will be stripped.
Class 15
In Hand Coloured Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all coloured horses and ponies including Dun, Roan, Palomino etc.
Class 16
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Wildcard class. Open to small and large breeds.
Class 17
Prettiest Mare    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mares only, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors and adults. Junior riders / handlers may be assisted.
Class 18
Handsomest Gelding    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Geldings only, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors and adults. Junior riders / handlers may be assisted.
Class 19
Horse/ Pony Judge would like to take Home    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors and adults. Junior riders / handlers may be assisted.
Class 20
In Hand Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all.
Class 21
Fancy Dress    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
In Hand or Ridden, in walk only. Open to juniors and adults. Junior riders / handlers may be assisted.
Class 22
SSA Equitation Championship Open Qualifier (any age)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Run under SSA Rules defined in the current Members’ Handbook. Open to SSA Members and Non-Members. Members carrying their current Championship Points Cards are eligible for SSA rosettes to 3rd Adult and 3rd Junior places and SSA Championship Points. Southernden Side Saddles sponsor a rosette to the highest placed Member aged under 14 on 1st January of the current year. A rosette in memory of The Late Mr R Philpot is offered to the Adult Member and Just So Elegant Side Saddle Hire sponsor a rosette for the Junior Member, judged to be the best turned out. It is strongly advised that all competitors wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk) and it is mandatory for all competitors under the age of 18 to do so. Adults not wearing such hats do so at their own risk and must lodge a disclaimer form with the Show Office by close of entries, stating their acceptance of the risk. A specific wristband will be provided by return and must be worn by the rider to show the disclaimer has been lodged. Choice of headgear will not affect marks in any way.
Class 23
SSA Classical Ladies Side Saddle Qualifier (any age)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to SSA Adult Members and Non-members, aged 18 and over on January 1st of the current year, riding side saddle, on horses exceeding 148cm (14.2hh). To be judged 25% conformation & action, 25% manners & way of going, 25% rider, and 25% turnout of horse & rider, by a SHBGB, BSHA or SSA Panel Judge. Judges may request a short show, but will not ride exhibits; horses will not be stripped. Traditional habits must be worn. Fancy Dress and Period Costumes NOT permitted. NB Silks Hats are permitted to be worn in this class AT ANY TIME OF THE DAY. Judges must use the mark sheet provided. The highest placed horse/rider combination qualifies for the Final to be held at the National Side Saddle Show. In the event of previous qualification, the qualification may be passed down the line, to fourth place. A special rosette and a qualification card will be given to the qualifying combination, this may not always be the winner. Qualifiers kindly sponsored by Mrs T Mitchell & Mr L Mitchell. Qualifying combinations are required to become Full Members of the SSA 21 days prior to the National Side Saddle Show or as soon as possible if qualified after that date, to be eligible to compete at the Final. Combinations qualifying between one National Side Saddle Show and the next may carry forward the qualification, for that year only. The four highest placed Riding Horse, Hack (not ex 160cm), Cob or Hunter, Mare or Gelding, 4 years and over, ridden by a SSA Adult Member qualify for the current year’s BSHA Championship Show Mears Ladies Show Horse Championship. Combinations qualifying after the current year’s BSHA Championship Show may carry forward the qualification, to the following year. SSA Members who qualify for The Mears Ladies Show Horse Championship will not be required to join the BSHA in order to compete in any Side Saddle class at the BSHA National Championship Show. If the BSHA Championship Show entries have closed at the time of qualification, competitors will not be charged a late entry fee for the Championship. It is strongly advised that all competitors wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk). Adults not wearing such hats do so at their own risk and must lodge a disclaimer form with the Show Office by close of entries, stating their acceptance of the risk. A specific wristband will be provided by return and must be worn by the rider to show the disclaimer has been lodged. Choice of headgear will not affect marks in any way.
Class 24
SSA Side Saddle Concours d’elegance (any age)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
The sole criterion for this class is the elegance of the picture presented by horse and rider. Attention may be paid to the rider’s personal appearance but detailed inspection of rider or tack is not required. Fancy dress or period costume is not permitted. Competitors are required to walk, trot and canter. A special rosette will be awarded to the highest placed Adult and Junior Members of the SSA carrying their current Championship Points Cards. N.B. Silk hats are permitted to be worn by Adults IN THIS CLASS AT ANY TIME OF DAY. It is strongly advised that all competitors wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk) and it is mandatory for all competitors under the age of 18 to do so. Adults not wearing such hats do so at their own risk and must lodge a disclaimer form with the Show Office by close of entries, stating their acceptance of the risk. A specific wristband will be provided by return and must be worn by the rider to show the disclaimer has been lodged. Choice of headgear will not affect marks in any way.
Class 25
In Hand Foreign Breeds Pure Bred    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all pure bred foreign breeds, defined where stud book of origin is based outside the UK and Eire. Horses/ponies aged 15 years old and over, to be registered in their appropriate Stud Book. Any appropriate show tack/turnout is acceptable for this class: English, Western, Saddleseat, Iberian etc. Qualifier for the APHS Foreign Breed National Finals – top 3 to qualify.
Class 26
In Hand Foreign Breeds Part Bred    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all part bred foreign breeds, defined where stud book of origin is based outside the UK and Eire. Horses/ponies aged 15 years old and over. Any appropriate show tack/turnout is acceptable for this class: English, Western, Saddleseat, Iberian etc. Qualifier for the APHS Foreign Breed National Finals – top 3 to qualify.
Class 27
In Hand Competition Horse or Pony    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
To include all competition horses / ponies e.g. ex racehorses, eventers, show jumpers, polo ponies, endurance, dressage, riding club, pony club etc.
Class 28
In Hand Veteran Horse    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms.
Class 29
In Hand Veteran Pony    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Not exceeding 148cms.
Class 30 A
Introductory - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Novice level or above within the last 2 years. Open to entrants not eligible for either ‘Lead rein’ or ‘Tiny tots’ sections. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 30 B
Introductory - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Novice level or above within the last 2 years. Open to entrants not eligible for either ‘Lead rein’ or ‘Tiny tots’ sections. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 30 C
Introductory - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Lead Rein. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Novice level or above within the last 2 years. Open to riders not to have attained their 8th birthday by 1st January of current year. On the lead rein, lead reins attached to nosebands only. Horses/Ponies 15 years and over.
Class 30 D
Introductory - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Tiny Tots. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Novice level or above within the last 2 years. Open to riders not to have attained their 12th birthday by 1st January of current year. Riders may be assisted in the ring, but not led. Horses/Ponies 15 years and over.
Class 31 A
Preliminary - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Elementary Level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year
Class 31 B
Preliminary - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Elementary Level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 32 A
Novice - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Medium Level or above within the last 2 years.
Class 32 B
Novice - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Medium Level or above within the last 2 years.
Class 33 A
Elementary - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years.
Class 33 B
Elementary - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over.
Class 34 A
Preliminary - Test 3 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Elementary Level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 34 B
Preliminary - Test 3 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Elementary Level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 35 A
Introductory - Test 3 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Novice level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 35 B
Introductory - Test 3 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Novice level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 36 A
Preliminary - Test 5 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Elementary Level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 36 B
Preliminary - Test 5 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Elementary Level or above within the last 2 years. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 37 A
Novice - Test 5 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Medium Level or above within the last 2 years.
Class 37 B
Novice - Test 5 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Horse and rider combination not to have been placed at Medium Level or above within the last 2 years.
Class 38 A
Elementary - Test 5 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years.
Class 38 B
Elementary - Test 5 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over.
Class 39 A
Medium - Test 3 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years.
Class 39 B
Medium - Test 3 (2024)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over.
Class 50
In Hand Best Turned Out    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all. Junior handlers may be assisted.
Class 51
Ridden Best Turned Out    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Competitors will be required to walk only. Open to all, Lead Reins permitted. Junior riders may be assisted.
Class 52
Ridden Veteran    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all. Riders any age.
Class 53
Ridden Competition Horse or Pony    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
To include all competition horses / ponies e.g. ex racehorses, eventers, show jumpers, polo ponies, endurance, dressage, riding club, pony club etc.
Class 54
Riding Club Horse or Pony    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Judged on suitability for all Riding Club activities. There will be a small, optional fence to jump. Riders any age.
Class 55
Clear Round Show Jumping    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£7.00
Member Fee:
£7.00
Info:
To take place between 11:30 & 12:00. Any height. Entries to be made online. Entry is for two rounds.
Class 56 A
Style & Performance (0.50m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
50cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Lead reins permitted, attached to the noseband only.
Class 56 B
Style & Performance (0.50m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
50cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Lead reins permitted, attached to the noseband only.
Class 57 A
Style & Performance (0.60m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
60cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years.
Class 57 B
Style & Performance (0.60m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
60cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over.
Class 58 A
Style & Performance (0.70m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
70cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years.
Class 58 B
Style & Performance (0.70m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
70cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over.
Class 59 A
Style & Performance (0.80m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
80cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years.
Class 59 B
Style & Performance (0.80m)    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
80cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over.
Class 61
Music Freestyle - PYO    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
PYO: Intro / Prelim / Novice / Elementary.
Please state your Level on your entry. Select Junior section for riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 62
Strictly Fancy Dress-Age - PYO    
Day:
Fri
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
PYO: Intro/Prelim, Prelim/Novice, Novice/Elementary.
Please state your Level on your entry.
Class 101
Junior Equitation    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Riders not to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year. To be judged on riding ability. Snaffle bridle preferred.
Class 102
Adult Equitation    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Riders to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year. To be judged on riding ability. Any suitable bridle.
Class 103
In Hand Concours D'Elegance    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Class 104
Ridden Costume Concours d’Elegance Junior Astride    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. Lead reins permitted, attached to the noseband only. Competitors are required to walk and trot. No group cantering.
Class 105
Ridden Costume Concours d’Elegance Side Saddle    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to horses and ponies 15 years or over. With the exception of lead rein and first ridden exhibits, competitors are required to walk, trot and canter. A special rosette will be awarded to the highest placed Adult and Junior Members of the SSA carrying their current Championship Points Card.
Class 106
Ridden Costume Concours d’Elegance Adult Astride    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Competitors are required to walk, trot and canter.
Class 107
Ridden Costume Concours d’Elegance Adult Astride    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Competitors are required to walk, trot and canter.
Class 108
Ridden Retired Racehorse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Horses 15 years old and over. Riders to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year. Competitors are requested to produce a brief résumé on their horse’s racing history for the commentator.
Class 109
Pairs Ridden (Individuals)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£32.00
Member Fee:
£32.00
Info:
Open to all ridden horses and ponies aged 15 years and over. Lead reins permitted. Pairs need not be matching. This class will be judged on the overall picture created and the horses' way of going. Conformation will not be taken into account. Competitors will be required to give an individual (paired) show lasting no longer than 2 mins. Due to the popularity of this class and to prevent overcrowding in the ring, this class will be run and placed in two separate sections. Competitors will be randomly allocated (in their pairs) to either Section A or Section B. Allocations will be on display in the show office on the day. Competitors may only compete in their allocated section. Only one class entry needs to be made per pair. Please include the name of your Pair/ Partner in the Class Notes.
Class 110
In Hand Miniature Horse    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to miniature horses aged 15 and over, not exceeding 34 inches.
Class 201
In Hand Best Turned Out    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all. Junior handlers may be assisted.
Class 202
Ridden Best Turned Out    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Competitors will be required to walk only. Open to all. Lead Reins permitted. Junior riders may be assisted.
Class 203
Young Handler 10 years and under    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Handlers not to have attained their 11th birthday by 1st January of current year. No stallions.
Class 204
Young Handler 11 to 16 years    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Handlers to have attained their 11th but not their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. No stallions.
Class 205
In Hand Show Pony/ Show Hunter Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, not exceeding 153cms.
Class 206
In Hand Non-Show Type Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding of non-show type, not exceeding 153cms
Class 207
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to small and large breeds.
Class 208
In Hand Veteran Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all horses exceeding 148cms.
Class 209
In Hand Veteran Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all ponies not exceeding 148cms.
Class 210
In Hand Show Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148 cms.
Class 211
Best Side Saddle Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
To be judged under SSA rules. Lead rein competitors are eligible for this class, lead reins must be attached to the noseband only and leaders must be correctly dressed. Open to horses and ponies 15 years or over: conformation & manners will be taken into consideration; horses/ponies will not be stripped. A special rosette will be awarded to the highest placed Adult and Junior Members of the SSA carrying their current Championship Points Cards. The Highest placed coloured exhibit ridden by a competitor aged 16 years or over (who has not already qualified) receives a special rosette and qualifies for the Side Saddle Final at the CHAPS Championship Show. Open to any type of exhibit. Riders/Owners need not be a member or their exhibit registered with CHAPS at the time of qualification, but in order to compete at the Championships, the Rider/Owner must be a showing member and their horse/pony registered with CHAPS before entering the final. It is strongly advised that all competitors wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk) and it is mandatory for all competitors under the age of 18 to do so. Adults not wearing such hats do so at their own risk and must lodge a disclaimer form with the Show Office by close of entries, stating their acceptance of the risk. A specific wristband will be provided by return and must be worn by the rider to show the disclaimer has been lodged. Choice of headgear will not affect marks in any way.
Class 212
Ridden Small Hunter    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms but not exceeding 158cms. Riders to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 213
Ridden Large Hunter    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 158cms. Riders to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 214
Ridden Hack & Riding Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms. Riders to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 215
Ridden Show Cob    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to show cobs. Any height. Riders to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 216
Ridden Native Cobs & Traditionals    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to traditional and native cobs. Any height. Riders to have attained their 16th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 301
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
To include Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, Welsh Section A & B. Lead reins permitted, attached to the noseband only. No group cantering.
Class 302
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
To include Connemara, Dales, Fell, Highland, New Forest, Welsh Section C & D.
Class 303
Ridden Pure Bred Horse/ Pony excl M&M    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all breeds, including foreign breeds but excluding Mountain & Moorlands. Riders any age.
Class 304
Ridden Part Bred Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all part bred horses and ponies, including part bred foreign breeds and part bred Mountain & Moorland breeds. Riders any age.
Class 305
Ridden Pure Bred Foreign Breeds    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all pure bred foreign breeds, defined where stud book of origin is based outside the UK and Eire. Horses/ponies aged 15 years old and over, to be registered in their appropriate Stud Book. Riders any age. A short individual show will be required. Any appropriate show tack/turnout is acceptable for this class: English, Western, Saddleseat, Iberian etc. Qualifier for the APHS Foreign Breed National Finals – top 3 to qualify. It is strongly advised that all competitors wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk) and it is mandatory for all competitors under the age of 18 to do so. Adults not wearing such hats do so at their own risk and must lodge a disclaimer form with the Show Office by close of entries, stating their acceptance of the risk. A specific wristband will be provided by return and must be worn by the rider to show the disclaimer has been lodged. Choice of headgear will not affect marks in any way.
Class 306
Ridden Part Bred Foreign Breeds    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all part bred foreign breeds, defined where stud book of origin is based outside the UK and Eire. Horses/ponies aged 15 years old and over. Riders any age. A short individual show will be required. Any appropriate show tack/turnout is acceptable for this class: English, Western, Saddleseat, Iberian etc. Qualifier for the APHS Foreign Breed National Finals – top 3 to qualify. It is strongly advised that all competitors wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk) and it is mandatory for all competitors under the age of 18 to do so. Adults not wearing such hats do so at their own risk and must lodge a disclaimer form with the Show Office by close of entries, stating their acceptance of the risk. A specific wristband will be provided by return and must be worn by the rider to show the disclaimer has been lodged. Choice of headgear will not affect marks in any way.
Class 307
Ridden Coloured Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all coloured ponies including Dun, Roan, Palomino etc., not exceeding 148cms. Riders any age.
Class 308
Ridden Coloured Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all coloured ponies including Dun, Roan, Palomino etc., exceeding 148cms. Riders any age.
Class 309
Lead Rein Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding not exceeding 122cms. Lead rein to be attached to the noseband only. Riders not to have attained their 8th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 310
First Ridden Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding not exceeding 128cms. Riders to have attained their 7th but not their 10th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 311
Ridden Show Pony/ Show Hunter Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, not exceeding 153cms. Riders to have attained their 7th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 312
In Hand Competition Horse or Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
To include all competition horses / ponies e.g. ex racehorses, eventers, show jumpers, polo ponies, endurance, dressage, riding club, pony club etc.
Class 313
In Hand Retired Racehorse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Horses 15 years old and over. Competitors will be asked to share a brief summary of their horse’s racing history with the judge in the ring.
Class 314
Family Horse & Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding. To be shown under saddle. Snaffle bridles must be worn.
Class 315
Best Horse/ Rider Combination    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms. Judged as the best combination of horse/rider. A short individual show will be required.
Class 316
Best Pony/ Rider Combination    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Not exceeding 148cms. Lead reins permitted, attached to the noseband only. Judged as the best combination of pony and rider. A short individual show will be required.
Class 317
In Hand Pure Bred Horse / Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all breeds, including foreign breeds and Mountain & Moorlands.
Class 318
In Hand Part Bred Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all part bred horses and ponies, including part bred foreign breeds and part bred Mountain & Moorlands breeds.
Class 401
In Hand Veteran Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms.
Class 402
In Hand Veteran Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Not exceeding 148cms.
Class 403
Grassroots Ridden Junior    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to riders who have never competed off the lead rein in a VHS Supreme Ridden Final class. Riders not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. Lead reins permitted, attached to the noseband only. Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider.
Class 404
In Hand Native Cobs & Traditionals    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to traditional and native cobs. Any height.
Class 405
In Hand Show Cob    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to show cobs. Any height.
Class 406
In Hand Hunter    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms.
Class 407
In Hand Hack/ Riding Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms.
Class 408
Grassroots Ridden Walk & Trot    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
This class is aimed at new/nervous/novice combinations. No group or individual canter required. Open to adult and junior riders who have never competed off the lead rein in a VHS Supreme Ridden Final class. Riders may be assisted in the ring, but not led. Those assisting must be appropriately dressed. Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider. Please enter into the spirit of this class.
Class 409
Grassroots Ridden Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to adult and junior riders who have never competed off the lead rein in a VHS Supreme Ridden Final class. Lead reins permitted, attached to the noseband only. Mare or gelding, not exceeding 148cms. Height must be appropriate to rider.
Class 410
Grassroots Ridden Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to adult and junior riders who have never competed off the lead rein in a VHS Supreme Ridden Final class. Mare or gelding, exceeding 148cms. Height must be appropriate to rider.
Class 411
Prettiest Mare    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mares only, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Riders/handlers to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 412
Handsomest Gelding    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Geldings only, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Riders/handlers to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 413
Best Condition    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Riders/handlers to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 414
Best Mane & Tail    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Riders/handlers to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 415
Horse/ Pony Judge would like to take Home    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Riders/handlers to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year.
Class 416
Prettiest Mare    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mares only, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors, not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. May be assisted, those assisting must be appropriately dressed.
Class 417
Handsomest Gelding    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Geldings only, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors, not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. May be assisted, those assisting must be appropriately dressed.
Class 418
Best Condition    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors, not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. May be assisted, those assisting must be appropriately dressed.
Class 419
Best Mane & Tail    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors, not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. May be assisted, those assisting must be appropriately dressed.
Class 420
Horse/ Pony Judge would like to take Home    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors, not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. May be assisted, those assisting must be appropriately dressed.
Class 421
Childs Best Friend    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Mare or gelding, any height – but must be appropriate to rider/handler. In Hand or Ridden. Open to juniors, not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. May be assisted, those assisting must be appropriately dressed.
Class 422
Ridden Mountain & Moorland    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to small and large breeds.
Class 501
Riding Club Pony    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Not exceeding 148cms. Judged on suitability for all Riding Club activities. There will be a small, optional fence to jump. Riders any age.
Class 502
Riding Club Horse    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms. Judged on suitability for all Riding Club activities. There will be a small, optional fence to jump. Riders any age.
Class 503 A
Working Veteran Bottom Hole (0.30m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
30cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Combinations in this class may not enter classes 509 or 510. Mare or gelding. Horses/ponies any height and type. Riders any age. Riders may be assisted or led as this class is designed to encourage all nervous or novice riders. Course will consist of small, encouraging fences.
Class 503 B
Working Veteran Bottom Hole (0.30m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
30cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Combinations in this class may not enter classes 509 or 510. Mare or gelding. Horses/ponies any height and type. Riders any age. Riders may be assisted or led as this class is designed to encourage all nervous or novice riders. Course will consist of small, encouraging fences.
Class 504 A
Junior Working Veteran (0.40m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
40cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Combinations in this class may not enter classes 509 or 510. Mare or gelding. Horses/ponies any height and type. Rider not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. Riders may be assisted but not led. This class is designed to encourage all junior riders. Fences not to exceed 40cms.
Class 504 B
Junior Working Veteran (0.40m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
40cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Combinations in this class may not enter classes 509 or 510. Mare or gelding. Horses/ponies any height and type. Rider not to have attained their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. Riders may be assisted but not led. This class is designed to encourage all junior riders. Fences not to exceed 40cms.
Class 505 A
Mountain & Moorland Working Veteran Pony (0.50m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
50cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Open to all M&M breeds. Riders any age. Fences not to exceed 50cms.
Class 505 B
Mountain & Moorland Working Veteran Pony (0.50m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
50cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Open to all M&M breeds. Riders any age. Fences not to exceed 50cms.
Class 506 A
Working Veteran (0.50m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
50cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Combinations in this class may not enter class 510. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 50cms.
Class 506 B
Working Veteran (0.50m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
50cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Combinations in this class may not enter class 510. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 50cms.
Class 507 A
Working Veteran (0.60m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
60cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 60cms.
Class 507 B
Working Veteran (0.60m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
60cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 60cms.
Class 508 A
Working Veteran (0.70m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
70cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 70cms.
Class 508 B
Working Veteran (0.70m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
70cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 70cms.
Class 509 A
Working Veteran (0.80m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
80cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Combination entered in class 503 or 504 are not eligible for this class. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 80cms.
Class 509 B
Working Veteran (0.80m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
80 cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Combination entered in class 503 or 504 are not eligible for this class. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 80cms.
Class 510 A
Working Veteran (0.90m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
90cm. Pre Veteran 15-19 years. Combination entered in class 503, 504 or 506 are not eligible for this class. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 90cms.
Class 510 B
Working Veteran (0.90m)    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
90 cm. Veteran & Diamond 20 years and over. Combination entered in class 503, 504 or 506 are not eligible for this class. Riders any age. Horses/ponies any height and type. Fences not to exceed 90cms.
Class 601 A
Ridden Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
2026 Area Qualifier. 25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 602 A
Ridden Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
2026 Area Qualifier. 20-24 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 603 A
Ridden Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
2026 Area Qualifier. 15-19 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 604 A
In Hand Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
2026 Area Qualifier. 25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 605 A
In Hand Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
2026 Area Qualifier. 20-24 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 606 A
In Hand Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
2026 Area Qualifier. 15-19 years old. Any breed and any height.
Class 701
Best Turned Out    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
In Hand or Ridden
Class 702
In Hand Show Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all horses / ponies of ‘show type’. To include Hunters, Hacks, Riding Horses, Cobs, Show Ponies, Show Hunter Ponies etc.
Class 703
In Hand Coloured Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all coloured horses / ponies including Dun, Roan, Palomino etc.
Class 704
In Hand Best Rescue Horse or Pony    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to horses and ponies who have been misused, abused or neglected in the past. To include, but not limited to, horses and ponies rehomed through a registered charity or similar.
Class 705
In Hand Best Combination - 65 or over    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all combinations with a combined age of handler and horse/pony of 65 or over.
Class 706
In Hand Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all.
Class 707
In Hand Groom/ Helpers    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all. To be led / handled by a groom, helper, friend or family member who is not the usual handler. The horse/pony must be of a suitable size for handler. Full show attire is not required but handlers should be dressed smartly. This class is intended to be a bit of fun for those who come along to support the usual handler and may not be experienced in showing themselves. Please enter into the spirit of this class. First aid contribution is not required for handlers only entering this class and/or class 802 and will be refunded upon collection of number on the day.
Class 708
Ridden Best Rescue Horse or Pony    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to horses and ponies who have been misused, abused or neglected in the past. To include, but not limited to, horses and ponies rehomed through a registered charity or similar. Riders any age.
Class 801
Ridden Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Riders any age.
Class 802
Ridden Groom/ Helpers    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all. To be ridden by a groom, helper, friend or family member who is not the usual rider. The rider must be of a suitable size for horse/pony. Full show attire is not required but riders should be dressed appropriately and smartly. Correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk) must be worn. This class is intended to be a bit of fun for those who come along to support the usual rider and may not be experienced in showing themselves. Please enter into the spirit of this class. First aid contribution is not required for riders only entering this class and/or class 707 and will be refunded upon collection of number on the day.
Class 803
Ridden Best Combination – 65 or over    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Open to all combinations with a combined age of rider and horse/pony of 65 or over. To be judged 50% on horse/pony, 50% on rider.
Class 804
Ridden Veteran Pony    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Not exceeding 148cms. Riders any age.
Class 805
Ridden Veteran Horse    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Exceeding 148cms. Riders any age.
Class 806
Young Rider 10 years and under    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Riders not to have attained their 11th birthday by 1st January of current year. No qualification required.
Class 807
Young Rider 11 to 16 years    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£27.00
Member Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Riders to have attained their 11th but not their 17th birthday by 1st January of current year. No qualification required.
Class 901
In Hand Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 902
In Hand Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 903
In Hand Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 904
Ridden Diamond Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 905
Ridden Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 906
Ridden Pre-Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 951
In Hand Mountain & Moorland Supreme Final    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 952
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Supreme Final    
Day:
Sat
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£30.00
Info:
Supreme Final. Open to qualified horses and ponies only.
Class 1000
Wait List    
Show Secretary: Veteran Horse Society Shows
Veteran Horse Society, 19 Cylch Llan, New Quay, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA45 9PE
Mobile: 07789514004, Email: champs@veteran-horse-society.co.uk

Location
Arena UK, Willowtops, Allington Lane, Allington, Lincolnshire NG322EF
Map Link: Arena UK

Payment Details & Event Fees

First aid contribution per competitor £7.50 per day

Stabling Information: Yes

 Bookable directly with Arena UK

Prize Information

See printed schedule

Withdrawals/Refunds

 See printed schedule

Terms & Conditions

Show Regulations

 

YOUR DATA & PRIVACY

1.       Online entries to the National Veteran Championships are made using software supplied by a GDPR compliant third party.  Paper entries received by the VHS will be loaded onto the same third party software which is then used to produce all the necessary show paperwork. It is a condition of entry that all competitors entering the National Veteran Championships consent to their data being shared with the third party.

2.       The Veteran Horse Society will hold your information within our system for an indefinite period as VHS membership numbers are unique to each individual member rather than their horse/pony.  

3.       The Veteran Horse Society may publish results from any/all classes held at the National Veteran Championships, including competitor’s names and their horse/pony names and ages and final positions.  This data may be made public and shared with third parties for publication.   Competitors consent to their data being shared for this purpose.

4.      The Veteran Horse Society may publish photographs from the National Veteran Championships for publicity purposes and competitors consent to photographs of themselves and their horse/pony being used for this purpose.

5.      Horse & Country will be onsite, both recording and live streaming the event.  Film footage from the event may also be used by the VHS and third parties for publicity purposes after the event.  It is a condition of entry is that competitors consent to their inclusion in this filming and also to its use in public.  Parents / guardians of any competitors under 18 years of age consent to this on behalf of the competitor, as a condition of entry (see General show rules, rule 3)

 

 

GENERAL SHOW RULES

1.       This show is run in accordance with Veteran Horse Society rules.  Please refer to VHS Rulebook and also visit the VHS website where any amendments/updates will be published. 

2.       By entering any class at this show, the competitor agrees to abide by all aspects of Veteran Horses Society rules, including those in the VHS Rulebook and those explicitly outlined in this schedule.

3.       Exhibitors under the age of 18 must have the declaration on the entry form signed by a parent/guardian.

4.       Failure to observe any of the rules may result in disqualification of the horse/pony concerned and/or the Exhibitor may be requested to leave the showground immediately, forfeiting all monies paid for stabling, entry fees or monies won.

5.       Exhibitors are required to have a minimum of £2m public liability insurance cover for their exhibits and it is strongly recommended that the exhibitor fully insure their personal property whilst attending the Championships.

6.       The VHS operates a zero tolerance to offensive, abusive or unpleasant behaviour whether it is directed to its officials, members or others. Any person found to be acting in this unacceptable manner will be asked to leave the showground and may be subject to disciplinary actions. Should an individual be ejected then all monies paid for stabling, entry fees or monies won will be forfeited.  

7.       The VHS has a commitment to the protection of equines from any form of abuse, whether it is from misuse of a whip, inappropriate or ill-fitting tack/equipment, the restriction of fresh water or forage or any other abuse. A Welfare Officer will be present at the show and will investigate any concerns raised to the organisers.

8.       All exhibitors are asked to be aware of animals on the showground and ensure that all exhibits are fit and well. If anybody has reason to believe that a horse/pony is unfit or unwell, they must report this to the organisers immediately.

9.       All horses to be accompanied by a valid equine passport which must be produced upon request.

10.    Entries will not be accepted without full payment.

11.    All entry fees are non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances, on the submission of a written request with corroborative medical or veterinary certification, then the Show Secretary has the discretion to award a full or partial refund of entry fees.  In the event of the show being cancelled by the organisers, competitors will be entitled to a full refund of all entry fees paid, less any booking fee charged by the online entry provider.

12.    Please notify the show office of any class withdrawals as soon as possible. Classes are capped and often fully subscribed.  Notifying the office of any withdrawals allows other competitors to enter these classes.  No refunds are given for general withdrawals, see rule 11. However, any class withdrawals made with the show office before 4 pm on the Saturday of the show will receive a strip of raffle tickets per class withdrawn from.  See schedule for details of raffle.

13.    Class swaps made before close of entries will be charged at £10 per swap.  No class swaps will be accepted after close of entries.  Additional showing class entries will still be accepted, space permitting, and will be subject to late entry fees.

14.    Any cheque which fails to clear will be subject to a £25 administration fee for each occasion it has to be represented. If contact is made with the Show Secretary and cash forwarded then mounting representation charges can be avoided.

15.    Competitor numbers can be collected from the Show Office on the day, see published show office opening times.

16.    Horse/Pony age badges should be worn in all classes.  Age badges are supplied with show cards or can be ordered directly from VHS Head Office.  A limited supply will be available for purchase from the Show Office on the day – purchase via the sundries section of the online entries system.

17.    The VHS has the right to refuse entry of any individual to any class without explanation.

18.    The VHS has the right to limit entries, change, cancel, split or amalgamate classes as they see fit.

19.    The organisers cannot be held responsible where a competitor has entered more than one class and a clash occurs.  Whilst every reasonable effort will be made to allow competitors to compete in both classes, this may not always be possible. The judge’s decision is final.

20.    All competitors are reminded that whilst the Show Secretary will make all reasonable effort to support individuals where classes have clashed, it is ultimately the competitor’s responsibility to decide which class they will compete in. Judges will be advised of the desire to accommodate all competitors, but classes cannot be held up in order to wait for late competitors.  For showing classes, competitors must be in the ring before the command to trot is given for the group go round.  At the judge’s discretion, a competitor may be permitted to leave the ring once they have completed their individual show, in order to allow them get to another class.  Should the judge allow a competitor to leave, the competitor must allocate a representative to collect any rosettes/prizes due, on their behalf during the class presentations.  Any rosettes/prizes not collected at the time will be forfeited.

21.    It is mandatory for all competitors to wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk), at all times when mounted, with the exception of side saddle exhibits where SSA rules apply (with the only exception that no spurs or spur bands are allowed) and rule 22.

22.    Alternative headgear for Costume concours d’elegance classes, SSA affiliated classes, Foreign Breed classes, Saturday Evening Performance & Supreme Final classes only – as stipulated in class wording:
It is strongly advised that all competitors wear correctly secured riding hats to the current Showing Council hat policy standards (viewable at www.theshowingcouncil.co.uk) and it is mandatory for all competitors under the age of 18 to do so.  Adults not wearing such hats do so at their own risk and must lodge a disclaimer form with the Show Office by close of entries, stating their acceptance of the risk.  A specific wristband will be provided by return and must be worn by the rider to show the disclaimer has been lodged.   Failure to show the required wristband on request may result in disqualification. 
Disclaimer forms are available on the VHS website or may be requested by emailing champs@veteran-horse.society.co.uk. Completed and signed forms should be emailed to the same email address by the close of entries.
Choice of headgear will not affect marks in any way.

23.    Evening dress is preferred (but not mandatory) for the Saturday Evening Performance and all Supreme Finals.

24.    In SSA affiliated classes, where there is a conflict between SSA and VHS rules, then SSA rules will take precedence (with the only exception that no spurs or spur bands are allowed in any class).

25.    Spurs are not permitted to be used in any circumstances at this show, including around the showground and in the warm up arenas.

26.    Body Protectors may be worn and are recommended whilst competing in jumping classes.

27.    Practice fences may not exceed the maximum height of the current jumping class.  

28.    Motorbikes and quad bikes are not be permitted on the showground.

29.    Bicycles and scooters must not be ridden near rings or horses.

30.    Buggies and mobility vehicles may not be driven around on the showground, unless an exemption has been granted in writing by the organisers. Only exhibitors with a medical disability will be granted dispensation. All persons must be over 18 years of age and have a valid licence and appropriate insurance.

31.    No alcohol may be brought into any of the buildings on site, unless it has been purchased on the premises.

32.    Dogs are not allowed into any of the buildings on the showground.  Dogs are to be kept on a lead at all times when on the showground.  Any loose dog will be impounded and their owner fined £40 on its return. All owners/handlers are required to clean up after their dog(s) and anyone failing to do so will be fined £40 and may be asked to leave the showground immediately.  All fines will be donated directly to Veteran Equine Trust charity No: 1104072.

 

33.    The organisers do not accept any liability for any accident, injury, loss, damage or illness to any riders, handlers, spectators, helpers, horses, ponies or to any property whatsoever and howsoever caused.

34.    Whilst the VHS Show team take Health and Safety very seriously, they look to all those in attendance to support them and to play their part in keeping any risks and potential accidents to an absolute minimum. Any concerns to this effect must be raised without delay to the Show Office. We accept that riding, leading and generally being around horses has inherent risks, so please work with us to keep risk to an absolute minimum. All competitors compete ultimately at their own risk.

35.    The VHS complaints and disciplinary procedure apply, as set out in the VHS Rulebook.

36.    No lunging in arenas.

37.    No emptying of water tanks, waste or rubbish onto car park or surrounding areas.  Please dispose of in appropriate locations – the venue will assist with this if required.

38.    No mucking out onto car park – please use official muck heap areas.

39.    Facilities and the venue at Arena UK must be treated with respect at all times.  This includes, but is not limited to, the stables, car parks, eating establishments, camping areas, showers and toilets.  Rubbish should be suitably disposed of in bins provided.  Any issues with facilities should be reported to the stable manager or an official as soon as possible.

40.    CCTV is in operation and monitored by Arena UK.

41.    Arena UK’s vaccination policy requires all horses/ponies to have been fully vaccinated against Equine Flu within the last 12 months.

42.    No horse should be brought onto the showground if there is any question that it may not be completely healthy.

43.    Travelling and showing uses considerable energy for all horses/ponies; and competitors must be mindful of this at all times.  Competitors must ensure the number of classes participated in does not compromise the welfare of the horse/pony.  This will be monitored and the show organisers reserve the right to refuse entry on the day for any horse/pony for which there is concern.  

44.    Diamond veterans (aged 25 or over) may compete in a maximum of 2 ridden classes per day, plus any championships qualified for from these ridden classes e.g. evening performance championships.

45.    The Welfare Stewarding Team will be in attendance at the show once again, looking to promote good welfare and encourage best practices.  It is a condition of entry that should the Welfare Stewarding Team wish to discuss any welfare aspects relating to a competitor and/or their veteran, the competitor will comply willingly with this request.  Any such requests will be made discretely.  The competitor will be handed a Welfare Stewarding Team card containing a request to meet with representatives of the Team at a designated location within 30 minutes of receiving the card.  Any competitor failing to comply with this request will be asked to leave the showground, forfeiting any monies paid for stabling, entry fees or monies won. They may also be subject to disciplinary actions. Competitors receiving a card from the Welfare Stewarding Team may not compete in any class until cleared to do so following their meeting.  Please note that the Welfare Stewarding Team may request to meet with a competitor for any number of reasons and it does not automatically follow that the competitor will be prevented from competing further. 

46.    For award/prizes offered for a specific criteria (e.g. the oldest in the class), in the event of a tie, the award/prize will be given to the highest placed / best of the eligible exhibits.  The judge’s decision is final.

47.    Any rosettes, prizes, prize money, trophies, score sheets, CDs or awards not collected before the end of the show will be forfeited.

 

Stabling

BOOKING & PRICES

1.       Stabling and electric hookup is managed by Arena UK and not the Veteran Horse Society.

2.       Booking and payment of stabling and electric hookup is to be made directly with Arena UK using their online booking system:

                         https://entry.equipe.com/meetings/5502

3.       Stabling and electric hookup bookings open 09:00am, 1st June.

4.       Stabling fees for National Veteran Championships at Arena UK:
- VIP Barn stables                         @ £105 (3 nights) – covered boxes, adjacent to main arena.
- Gold stables                                @ £95 (3 nights) – permanent stables

- Temporary stables                   @ £90 (3 nights),  £58 (1 night)

- Electric hookup                          @ £90 (3 nights),  £30 (1 night)

5.       Stabling is subject to availability and early booking is advisable.

 

BEDDING / FEED

1.       Stables will be supplied empty, with no bed provided.

2.       Bedding permitted: shavings or straw.

3.       Competitors may bring their own shavings bedding, hay and/or haylage.

4.       Shavings and haylage (no hay) are also available for purchase on arrival. Straw is not always available for purchase – please enquire.

5.       Exhibitors must supply/purchase their own hay/haylage, bedding, feed, water containers and mucking out equipment as these are not provided.

 

ARRIVAL PROCEDURE

1.       Please report to stable manager on arrival (stable manager’s office is located on the entrance drive).

2.       No arrivals will be accepted before 1pm on Thursday.

3.       No arrivals after 9pm on any day. If this is unavoidable, then the stable manager must be contacted in advance on the day of arrival (not before) in order to book in and obtain stable numbers. The stable manager can be contacted via the Arena UK on 07950 250729.

4.       The main gates to the venue will be closed one hour after the last class of the day has finished.  Access required after this will have to be requested via the intercom.

5.       A £20 (cash only) mucking out deposit per stable will be requested by the stable manager on arrival.  This deposit will be refunded on departure, providing you leave your stable mucked out (empty of bedding) and clean.

6.       Horses/ponies must not be corralled on the showground or left in horseboxes overnight in any circumstances.

 

STABLE MANAGER / FODDER STORE OPENING TIMES

·        Thursday                                         13:00 – 21:00

·        Friday                                               08:00 – 20:00

·        Saturday                                          08:00 – 20:00

·        Sunday                                             08:00 – 16:00

 

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