Concours d’Elegance Society of GB Championship Show (Going Ahead)

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Show Date
Sun, Sep 4, 2022
Closing Date
Fri, Sep 2, 2022
Email:
enquiries@eqconcoursgb.com
Website:
www.eqconcoursgb.com
Starting Times:
RING 1 – RIDDEN CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE CLASSES Commencing at 10:00am Judges will be appointed according to entries to avoid conflict of interest as far as possible
RING 2 – IN HAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE CLASSES Top three placings qualify for In Hand Concours d’Elegance of the Year Commencing at 10:00am
Class 1
Leading Rein    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Team Gadgey Plaited or native, 4 years old and over. Riders not to have attained their 10th birthday before 1st January in the current year. Unicorn rosettes for 1st to 6th . Commemorative rosettes to all entrants.
Class 2
Ridden Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Mountain & Moorland including Welsh. Kindly sponsored by Rebecca Rawlinson of RJR Costume Designs Class will be split if there are sufficient entries. Any horse to fit the description of Mountain & Moorland and rider combination in costume or traditional attire. Rider any age. Need not be registered, part-breds welcome.
Class 3
Ridden Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Old Smokey’s Forge Open to horses from 15 years to 20 years in Section A and Horses over 21 years in Section B. To enter the arena together.
Class 4
Ridden Part Bred    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Lafond Browbands Part bred horse or pony any, type, any breed.
Class 5
Concours d’Elegance Homemade Costume    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Clare Chapman Leatherwork Homemade costume and accessories to be home made and not by a professional. Purchased jackets may be used as part of the costume. The criterion for this class is the elegance of the picture presented by horse/pony and rider, and the way of going of the horse/pony. Safe tack must be used. Detailed inspection of the rider’s period costume is not required. Fancy dress is not permitted. The costume does not need to be handmade by the rider.
Class 6
Concours d’Elegance Junior    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Open to riders aged 16 years and under.
Class 7
Concours d’Elegance    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Riders any age, to be dressed in traditional (regular) riding clothes, uniforms are permitted, but no period costume to be worn
Class 8
Ridden Coloured & Cobs    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Taira Technology Open to all types of coloured horses and ponies and all types of cob including traditional, show and native
Class 9
Ridden    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Open to all types of horse and pony. Junior and seniors.
Class 10
Pairs Ridden    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£30.00
Member Fee:
£24.00
Info:
Pairs may be matching, similar, complimentary – all welcome! A simple show as a pair is appreciated.
Class 11
Side Saddle    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by The Knights of Middle England TBC Any combination of side saddle horse & rider/handler in costume or traditional habit.
Class 12
Ridden Gracious Ladies & Gentlemen    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Liz Driver of Driver Training (towing courses & C1 Horsebox training and tests) Open to riders over the age of 45 years
Class 13
In Hand Coloured & Cobs    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Taira Technology Open to all in hand, coloured horses/ponies and cobs of all types.
Class 14
In Hand Gracious Ladies & Gentlemen    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Michelle Prentice in memory of Bill & Ruby Ward Open to riders over the age of 45 years. Class will be split into age groups if sufficient entries
Class 15
In Hand Concours d’Elegance Homemade Costume    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Jo Goncalves of Healthy Feet Mobile Clinic - Nuneaton & Bedworth Costume and accessories to be home made and not by a professional. Purchased jackets may be used as part of the costume. Detailed inspection of the rider’s period costume is not required.
Class 16
In Hand Part Bred    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Allen Tree & Garden Services TBC In hand class for all part bred horses and ponies
Class 17
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Mountain & Moorland including Welsh - Class will be split if there are sufficient entries. Any horse to fit the description of Mountain & Moorland and rider combination in costume or traditional attire. Rider any age. Need not be registered, part-breds welcome.
Class 18
In Hand Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Beth Ridgway-Martin in memory of Aran Strider Open to horses and ponies between 15 - 20 years in Section A and over 21 years in Section B
Class 19
In Hand    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Open to all In Hand Competitors. Any age, any type
Class 20
In Hand Miniatures & Shetlands    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Karoline Thorpe of Blenheim Shetland Stud
Class 21
In Hand Junior    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Laura Cohen Branding - Logo Designs Open to all juniors showing In Hand and aged 16 years or under
Class 22
In Hand Traditional    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Kindly sponsored by Karoline Thorpe of Blenheim Shetland Stud Handlers any age, to be dressed in traditional (regular) riding clothes, uniforms are permitted – but no period costume to be worn)
Class 23
In Hand Concours D'Elegance    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
In Hand Concours d’Elegance of the Year - Kindly sponsored by Karoline Thorpe of Blenheim Shetland Stud
This class is open to all In Hand Competitors who have qualified by being placed 1st to 3rd, either at the show today or by qualifying at any show affiliated to The Concours d’Elegance Society of GB Show between 1st October 2021 and the date of this show. All entrants must be paid up members of the society.
Class 24
Concours d’Elegance Junior    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Junior Concours d’Elegance Rider of the Year - Kindly sponsored by Showdayz Rosettes – Rosettes to 10th place and a sash to the winner
This class is open to all Junior Riders who have qualified by being placed 1st to 3rd, either at the show today or by qualifying at any show affiliated to The Concours d’Elegance Society of GB Show between 1st October 2021 and the date of this show. All entrants must be paid up members of the society.
Class 25
Concours d’Elegance Adult    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£12.00
Info:
Adult Concours d’Elegance Rider of the Year - Kindly sponsored by Karoline Thorpe of Blenheim Shetland Stud
This class is open to all Adult Riders who have qualified by being placed 1st to 3rd, either at the show today or by qualifying at any show affiliated to The Concours d’Elegance Society of GB Show between 1st October 2021 and the date of this show.
Show Secretary: Concours D’elegance Society Of Gb Secretary
The Manor House, Whitecross Green, Murcott, Oxfordshire, OX5 2RF
Email: enquiries@eqconcoursgb.com

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

Show Information
Entries close on 2nd September 2022, or before if classes are full

Classes will run concurrently. Due to the cost of hiring this exclusive venue, we do need to use the time effectively. We will do our best to accommodate you but, if you need to change costumes between classes, please ensure you are organized and have a good, supportive ground crew with you!

Appointed Judges may be substituted to ensure the smooth running of the programme and to avoid any conflict of interest. Classes will be judged according to the Guidelines of the Concours d’Elegance Society of GB which can be found at www.eqconcoursgb.com

Competitor numbers will be available to collect from the Show Secretary, however we recommend that competitors wear bridle numbers as not to detract from their costume.

Photographer
First Aider in attendance
HORSES CAN BE DANGEROUS ALL PERSONS ENTERING THE SHOWGROUND DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK

Payment Details & Event Fees
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Concours d’Elegance Society of GB
You will receive an email confirmation of your entry and payment.
Medic fee of £3 per rider

Stabling Information: Yes
Please book via Arena UK website

Prize Information
Fabulous rosettes by Marlake Rosettes & Sashes

Special Classes
Top three placings qualify for Concours d’Elegance Rider of the Year

RIDDEN CHAMPIONSHIP Kindly sponsored by Park Lady Costumes & Roger Smith Photography First and second place prize winners from classes 1 to 10 are invited to take part in this class. Prizes will be awarded to the Champion and Reserve Champion. Gift bags kindly provided by Park Lady Costumes together with Roger Smith Photography will be awarded to all taking part in this class. This is no fee required to enter this championship

CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS TO FOLLOW – Ridden & In Hand

In Hand Championship First and second place prize winners from classes 11 to 18 are invited to take part in this class. Prizes will be awarded to the Champion and Reserve Champion. This is no fee required to enter this championship

CHAMPION OF CHAMPIONS – In Hand and Ridden

Refreshments:
Refreshments available

Terms & Conditions
Classes are open to everyone, you do not need to be a member. However, Classes 23, 24 & 25 are open to competitors who have qualified and are members of the society. You can qualify at many shows across the UK or on the day this show and also at The British Elite Horse Show held at Arena UK the day before this show.
Classes will run concurrently. Due to the cost of hiring this exclusive venue, we do need to use the time effectively. We will do our best to accommodate you but, if you need to change costumes between classes, please ensure you are organized and have a good, supportive ground crew with you!
Classes will be judged in accordance with the Rules of The Concours d’Elegance Society of GB. Appointed Judges may be substituted to ensure the smooth running of the programme and to avoid any conflict of interest. Classes will be judged according to the Guidelines of the Concours d’Elegance Society of GB which can be found at www.eqconcoursgb.com
Competitor numbers will be available to collect from the Show Secretary, however we recommend that competitors wear bridle numbers as not to detract from their costume.
If you are unable to attend the show, entries will be refunded on production of a vet’s certificate or a doctor’s note. A fee of £5 will be deducted to cover administration expenses.

 

Email Secretary - enquiries@eqconcoursgb.com
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