Entries Close: 23 November or earlier if classes are full
The Course is made up of SJ & simulated XC fences with an optimum time & no style marks. Larger arenas may use secured XC portables. Riders will jump a series of show jumps and then proceed immediately into the XC phase which is run on an optimum time of 350- 375m/m.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
We ask that no haynets are to be tied to the horse box and no hay piles to be placed on the floor.
Horses can be tied up to lorries/trailers to tack up only. Horses cannot be tied up to the horse box and left unattended under any circumstances for safety reasons and parking restraints. All droppings to be removed
Thank you in advance.

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Teams of 3 or 4, best 3 scores to count Entry Fee for classes 1 -4 = £30
Paramedic First Aid Cover £6
Entries close 23 November or before if full, which is also decision to run date.

70, 80, 90 & 1m qualifying classes for the NSEA Eventers Challenge Final @ Hickstead May 2026 Top 2 teams & 4 individuals to qualify This competition is open to schools from all counties and will also count for RPL points

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
We ask that no haynets are to be tied to the horse box and no hay piles to be placed on the floor.
Horses can be tied up to lorries/trailers to tack up only. Horses cannot be tied up to the horse box and left unattended under any circumstances for safety reasons and parking restraints. All droppings to be removed
Thank you in advance.

NSEA Eventers Challenge Rules for Scoring 2025-26 The intention of these rules is to reward riders who have a clear round and to penalise riders who have jumping penalties or who are significantly faster than the Optimum Time. Where there are several competitors with a clear round, then the nearest to the Optimum Time will win, rewarding an appropriate judgement of pace around the course. EC1) Open to Teams and Individuals • Riders will jump a course of 5-8 show jumps and then proceed immediately into the XC phase of 8-15 simulated XC fences, depending on the size of the arena • The speed for the XC phase will be between 320m/m to 375m/m depending on the size of the arena – smaller arena = tighter turns which slow you down. A larger arena with flowing lines will ride on a quicker time. The speed for each class will be given in the schedule or on the noticeboard at the event. Times will be recorded to one-hundredth of a second if the timing equipment allows. • NSEA/BE Eventing Rules for tack and rider equipment for XC. • There will be no style mark. No age restriction on the mini (70/75) class. • Top two teams and 4 Individuals at each height to qualify for the NSEA Eventers Challenge Championship to be held at Hickstead in May 26. EC2) Dress: XC colours, body protectors are compulsory. Hair must be above collar length, long hair to be kept in place in a hair net. Rider must wear BE approved skull caps, no fixed peak SJ hats. EC3) The competitor with the fewest penalties wins. In the event of a tie, the competitor closest to the optimum time will be the winner. In the team competition, the total of the best three scores is used to place the team. The combined difference from the Optimum Time of the 3 best scores is used to break any ties. EC4) The top 2 teams & 4 individuals at each qualifier will qualify for the NSEA Eventers Challenge Championship. EC5) Organisers are asked to ensure that the XC phase includes elements that give a choice about the track and therefore the time taken. Organisers are asked not to display a clock showing the time taken visible to the rider to as the aim is to educate riders to ride by feel. Penalties are awarded as follows Knockdown (to include SJ and knockable xc fences) 4 penalties 1st Refusal 4 penalties 2nd Refusal 8 penalties 3rd Refusal Elimination Rider Fall Elimination Horse Fall Elimination Starting before the bell, retaking an obstacle already jumped, error of course or outside assistance Elimination Where the Optimum Time is 120 seconds or less, for every commenced second in excess of 10 seconds under the optimum time 1 penalty Where the Optimum Time more than 120 seconds, for every commenced second in excess of 15 seconds under the optimum time 1 penalty Exceeding time limit (2 times the Optimum Time) Elimination . Disclaimer … Whilst all reasonable steps have been taken to ensure the health & safety of persons present at the event, IB Equestrian Services accept no liability for any associated with their school are the responsibility of the Team Manager whilst at the competition, accident, loss or damage (save for death or personal injury) to any person, animal or property whatsoever, whether caused by their negligence, breach of contract or otherwise. YOUR RESPONSIBILITY All persons attending the event must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents and must obey instructions given by the school or by officials and stewards on its behalf. All competitors and those must abide all Health and safety guidelines Your submitted entry to this competition, shall be deemed that you agree to abide by the conditions as stated above Your responsibility All persons attending the event must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents and must obey instructions given by the Organiser or by officials and stewards on its behalf. All competitors and those associated with their school are the responsibility of the Team Manager whilst at the competition TV & Photography Please note that professional photographers will be present at NSEA competitions. There may also be TV cameras at the Championships. Please indicate on the entry form if you do not wish to appear in press coverage/ TV or photos taken by our official photographers Child Protection & Safeguarding If you have any concerns, please contact the NSEA on tel 07552 836032 / competition@nsea.co.uk to be put in contact with our designated Child Protection Officer. If you have immediate concerns, you can contact Childline tel 0800 1111 or NSPCC tel 0808 800 5000 General information Please ensure that you do not muck out your horsebox onto the Car Park. Take all litter home with you. All dogs must be kept on leads at all times. Any dog mess must be cleared up. Outside assistance will not be tolerated- and could result in elimination. NSEA affiliated competitors only may warm up & compete horses on the show ground All competitions, parents and representatives from every school must ensure that they act courteously to stewards and officials at all times. Rudeness will not be tolerated. In the event of cancellation, you entry will be refunded on receipt of a sae, less £5 per cheque admin fee. Have a good day! Rules NSEA / BE Eventing Rules for tack & rider equipment. NSEA General & Competition Rules 2022-23 Note- NSEA Rules- hair up please. Start Times will be available on the NSEA website 2 days before the competition.