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Show Date
Sun, Jun 21, 2026
Closing Date
Thu, Jun 18, 2026
Class
1
Cross Pole Jumping
Prizes:
Sponsored by GallopEase Equine Massage
Info:
Fences will be tiny. Riders may be led.
Horse/Rider combination not to have been placed 1st – 3rd in any jumping competition of 60cms or over. Horse/pony not to have won any BS money.
Class
2
Show Jumping (0.30m)
Prizes:
Sunshine tour qualifier
Kindly sponsored by The Practice
Info:
Fences will be tiny. Riders may be led.
Horse/Rider combination not to have been placed 1st – 3rd in any jumping competition of 60cms or over. Horse/pony not to have won any BS money.
Class
3
Dog & Dobbin (0.30m)
Prizes:
Kindly sponsored by Jo Bourke
Info:
Rider will jump the course on their pony, then dismount and run a shorter course on foot, with dog on lead.
Fences will be tiny. Riders may be led.
Class
4
Show Jumping (0.40m)
Prizes:
Sunshine tour qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by The Practice
Info:
Riders may be led.
Horse/Rider combination not to have been placed 1st – 3rd in any jumping competition of 60cms or over. Horse/pony not to have won any BS money.
Class
5
Show Jumping (0.50m)
Prizes:
Sunshine tour qualifier
Sponsored by Hof Mag
Info:
Horse/Rider combination not to have been placed 1st – 3rd in any jumping competition of 60cms or over. Horse/pony not to have won any BS money.
Class
6
Show Jumping (0.60m)
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Sponsored by LRT Horseboxes in memory of Buster
Info:
Horse/Rider combination not to have been placed 1st – 3rd in any jumping competition of 60cms or over. Horse/pony not to have won any BS money.
Class
7 Jr
Handy Horse or Pony
Info:
Open to all under 16's and will be split into riders on the lead rein/riders off the lead rein.
Entrants can have as many goes as they like.
Info:
Open to all OVER 16's and will be split into in hand and ridden.
Entrants can have as many goes as they like.
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to all. Can be led. Can be ridden or in hand. All ridden competitors must have a safety
hat and suitable footwear as part of their costume.
Class
10
Novice Lead Rein
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Conformation will not be judged. Will be judged 50% on turnout and presentation and 50% on riding
Info:
Ponies manners and child’s handling ability will be judged.
Handlers to be 16 and under.
Help will be allowed in the ring but the children must handle the pony as much as they are able to
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Under 16 section kindly sponsored by Roasted and Toasted
Info:
A: Prettiest Mare (handler 16 and under)
B: Prettiest Mare (handler over 16)
Open to any horse or pony. To be shown in hand. Conformation will not be taken into account
Class
13
Handsomest Gelding
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Under 16s Kindly Sponsored by Monument Pools
Info:
A: Handsomest Gelding (handler 16 and under)
B: Handsomest Gelding (handler over 16)
Open to any horse or pony. To be shown in hand. Conformation will not be taken into account
Class
14
Best Thelwell Type
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to any horse or pony of ‘Thelwell’ type. To be shown in hand. Conformation will not be taken into account.
Handlers to be under the age of 16
Class
15
In Hand Youngstock
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Chamlets
Info:
Open to 1, 2 and 3 year olds. Mares, geldings and stallions. Stallions must not be handled by someone younger than 14 years on 1st Jan 2026
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Cane End Stud
Info:
For horses and ponies aged 15 years plus. Open to stallions, mares and geldings. Special rosette to the highest placed horse/pony over 21 years old.
Class
17
In Hand Best Condition
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Emma Branch BHSII
Info:
Horse and ponies of all heights and ages. May be shown plaited or unplaited
Class
18
In Hand Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to stallions, geldings and mares.
Open to registered and unregistered and part-bred
Class
19
In Hand Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to stallions, geldings and mares.
Open to registered and unregistered ponies
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Margaret Pitman
Info:
Open to stallions, mares or geldings of Cob type. May be split between hogged or traditional if numbers allow.
Class
21
In Hand Coloured & Odd Coloured
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to stallions, mares and geldings.
Any height, age or type
Class
22
In Hand Warmbloods
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to pure and part-bred warmbloods. Stallions, mares and geldings.
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to mares and geldings not exceeding 153cm (14.2hh) that make good all rounders for Pony Club activities. Ponies may be asked to jump a small fence. Any suitable bit.
Riders not to have reached their 25th birthday on 1st January 2026
Class
24
Show Hunter Pony
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Magique Hands
Info:
For ponies of hunter type exceeding 122cm but not exceeding 153cm (15hh) Open to mares and geldings. (no jumping)
Class
25
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Clarke-Wright Family
Info:
Lead reins are not permitted.
Open to Registered, Unregistered and part-bred
Class
26
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds
Prizes:
This class is a Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Lead reins are not permitted.
Open to Registered, Unregistered and part-bred
Class
27
Ridden Warmblood
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Notley Tythe Barn
Info:
Open to pure or part-bred warmbloods. Stallions, mares and geldings, any height. Judge will not ride.
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Pete Beamish Tree Care
Info:
Open to stallions, mares or geldings over 148cm. Cobs may be shown hogged or traditional.
Class
29
Ridden Coloured & Odd Coloured
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Michael Allen Maintenance
Info:
Stallions, mares and geldings. Any type and all heights.
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Cholsey Farm Riding
Info:
Open to mares or geldings. Horses to be 153cm (15hh) and above. Judge may ride
Class
31 Conc
Concours d’Elegance
Prizes:
First, second and third placed horses/ponies not already qualified in eligible classes will qualify for the Champion of Britain Title classes to be held at Onley Equestrian Centre, Rugby, Warwickshire on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th September 2026.
Info:
Each qualified horse/pony will receive a qualification card in the ring which will enable the owner to enter the Championship Show, provided the owner and rider/handler are, or become registered with the Concours d’Elegance Society within 21 days of the qualifying show. No horse registration is required. For up-to-date information telephone the secretary on 07960 107 111 or see www.eqconcoursgb.com
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Horses and ponies of all heights and ages. May be on the lead rein. Any suitable bit
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
Open to mares and geldings not exceeding 122cm (12hh). Ponies may be shown plaited or nonplaited (M+M). To be shown in a snaffle bridle with the lead rein attached to the noseband only.
Children must be 3 years or older, but not have reached their 9th birthday on 1st January 2026
Class
34
First Ridden Pony
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier`
Info:
Open to mares or geldings not exceeding 128cm (12.2hh). Ponies may be shown plaited or nonplaited (M+M). Rider not to have reached their 11th birthday on 1st January 2026
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Ibex Equine Massage - In memory of Dorado
Info:
For horses and ponies aged 15 years plus. Open to stallions, mares and geldings. No lead reins.
Special rosette to the highest placed horse/pony over 21 years old.
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
A walk and trot showing class for novice riders. All types, sizes and ages. For novice riders who have never won a showing class before the date of qualification. Lead reins not permitted. (Not
included in Championship).
Section A - Riders aged 16 years and under
Section B - Riders over 16 years of age
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
A walk and trot showing class for novice horses and ponies. All types, sizes and ages. For novice horses and ponies in their first season who have never won a showing class before the date of
qualification. Lead reins not permitted. (Not included in Championship).
Section A - Riders aged 16 years and under
Section B - Riders over 16 years of age
Class
38
Retrained Race Horses
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Info:
This is open to Thoroughbreds who have retired from racing and are now retrained. Horses must have raced and be able to show a race record. Horses will be expected to do a freestyle show. Horses must be 15hh (153cm) and over. Open to geldings and mares only. 4 years and over.
Blemishes are not considered. Horses must be registered with Weatherby’s General Stud book or an overseas equivalent. The judge will not ride.
Class
39
Riding Club Horse or Pony
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by Littlewick Green Village Hall
Info:
Open to mares and geldings of any height that make good all rounders for Riding Club activities. May be asked to jump a small fence. Any suitable bit.
Prizes:
Sunshine Tour Qualifier
Kindly Sponsored by DMI Development Ltd
Info:
Open to stallions, mares or geldings 148cm (14.2hh) and above of riding horse type. Judge may ride.
Show Secretary:
South Oxfordshire Riding Club
Berkshire College Of Agriculture, Hall Place, Burchetts Green, Maidenhead, Berks SL66QR
Show Sponsored by Hampden Veterinary Hospital. Numbers need to be provided by competitors There will be no entries on the day unless you already have a number and there is space in classes and these will be charged at £2 extra CASH ONLY
Payment Details & Event Fees
ONLINE ENTRY PREFERRED
£14 SORC Members, £17 Non members
Trophies will be awarded at the AGM to the highest placed SORC member in each class. See our monthly newsletter for further information
Prizes in kind for 1st and 2nd prize winners in all classes
Classes 1-11: 1st-10th place. All other classes: 1st-6th.
This show is a qualifier for the Sunshine Tour Championships, held at The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead over the 17th – 20th September 2026. The Sunshine Tour is a truly special four-day championship for amateur and novice competitors, giving riders from across the UK the unforgettable opportunity to compete at the iconic All England Jumping Course at Hickstead. Qualifying Criteria: Class and show must be OPEN TO ALL and not require a membership or pre-qualification. 1st – 4th place gained from 1st November to 31st December at any venue, from 1st January to 31st July at a registered centre or club. Qualification DOES NOT go down the line. Pre-registration for horse & competitor required. Results must be submitted ONLINE for verification within one month of qualifying competition (by 31st January for November & December competitions, by 8th August for July competitions). Visit www.sunshinetour.co.uk for more information, to register and submit evidence of results.
1. No liability shall fall on the Organisers, Landowners, Judges or Officials in respect of any loss, damage or injury howsoever caused and all competitors are deemed to be liable to indemnify the said persons in respect of any such loss, damage or injury. 2. Every effort will be made to keep to the schedules, but we reserve the right to alter the order and composition of classes or to cancel them. 3. Any competitor may be warned or disqualified for improper or excessive use of whips, spurs etc or other actions which the Judges or Officials consider warrants such penalty. 4. Correct riding attire must be worn at all times. ALL RIDERS, whether competing or not, must wear the correct headgear with a harness properly adjusted and fastened - skull caps must be worn with a silk. The following hats are acceptable. British and European Standards PAS015 (2011), VG1 01.040 (2014-12), ASTM F1163 (2004a or 04 onwards), AS/NZS 3838 (2006 onwards). Hats ONLY bearing EN1384 and BSEN 1384 will NOT be accepted. 5. All horses being ridden on the showground must be 4 years or older. 6. Stallions must be handled or ridden by people who have attained their 14th birthday on the 1st January in the current year. 7. The ruling of the judges is final. All complaints must be put in writing and handed to the secretary with a deposit of £20 within 15 minutes of the incident, returnable if the objection is upheld. 8. Entries may be refused without reason being given. 9. A refund (less admin fee) will be issued for withdrawn entries on production of a medical/ veterinary Certificate. 10. Change of horse and/or rider must be notified to the Secretary 15 minutes before the start of the class or the entry will become void. 11. ALL DOGS must be kept on leads (non-extending) at all times. 12. It is the responsibility of competitors to know the rules – our stewards and officials are there to help and advise. Please remember all our helpers are volunteers. Abusive behaviour will not be tolerated. 13. In the unlikely event of cancellation, entry fees will be refunded but the organisers reserve the right to make a deduction to help cover their unrecoverable costs.
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