Blakesley Show
Event Date
3rd Aug 2024
Ridden Hunters And Small Hunters
THE WALTER PERRY SILVER CHALLENGE CUP (6) will be awarded to the winner of Class 1.
Championship - THE SOCIETY’S SILVER CHALLENGE CUP (5) for the Champion Ridden Hunter. First and second prizewinners in classes 1-2 to compete.
Championship - THE SOCIETY’S SILVER CHALLENGE CUP (5) for the Champion Ridden Hunter. First and second prizewinners in classes 1-2 to compete.
Start At, 03/08/2024 09:00
Ring 1
Miss Faye Ludlow (Judge)
BSPS Summer Worker Stakes (fences up to 60cm)
BSPS Summer Worker Stakes. Plaited Animals or Heritage Ponies 4 years old or over not exceeding 158cms. Riders any age but must be suitably mounted for the Pony/Horse they ride.
Start At, 03/08/2024 09:00
Buckingham Equine Vets Ring
Mrs Dawn Christie (Judge), Mrs Sharon Thomas (Judge)
BSPS LIHS Cradle Stakes & BSPS LIHS Nursery Stakes
London International Horse Show: The highest placed Pony in each class will qualify for the London International Horse Show to be held in December 2024. If already qualified, the qualification will pass down to the next highest placed Pony (down to 3rd place only). Non-members of the BSPS have seven days to complete their registration and membership to keep the qualification. If not, this will pass to the next exhibitor.
Cradle and Nursery Stakes are judged over a course of WHP fences individually with a separate conformation section with all ponies coming together for the final result. Marked as follows:
PHASE ONE: Jumping - 50 points, Style & Manners while Jumping - 20 points, PENALTIES – PHASE ONE: Jumping Knock Down - 10 points, 1st Refusal - 15 points, 2nd Refusal - 20 points, 3rd Refusal - Disqualification, Fall of Pony or Rider - Disqualification
PHASE TWO:
Manners & Way of Going - 10 points, Conformation, Type & Freedom of Action -20 points
PENALTIES - PHASE TWO: Fall of Pony or Rider - Disqualification
Mini Working Hunter Pony Championship for the Cradle Stakes and Nursery Stakes classes.
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle after Class 39. Open to the two highest placed BSPS Members in classes 4-5, 9-10 and 33-39 qualifying for the BSPS Best of the Best Championship 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of the Best Champion.
Cradle and Nursery Stakes are judged over a course of WHP fences individually with a separate conformation section with all ponies coming together for the final result. Marked as follows:
PHASE ONE: Jumping - 50 points, Style & Manners while Jumping - 20 points, PENALTIES – PHASE ONE: Jumping Knock Down - 10 points, 1st Refusal - 15 points, 2nd Refusal - 20 points, 3rd Refusal - Disqualification, Fall of Pony or Rider - Disqualification
PHASE TWO:
Manners & Way of Going - 10 points, Conformation, Type & Freedom of Action -20 points
PENALTIES - PHASE TWO: Fall of Pony or Rider - Disqualification
Mini Working Hunter Pony Championship for the Cradle Stakes and Nursery Stakes classes.
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle after Class 39. Open to the two highest placed BSPS Members in classes 4-5, 9-10 and 33-39 qualifying for the BSPS Best of the Best Championship 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of the Best Champion.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 09:30
Buckingham Equine Vets Ring
Mrs Dawn Christie (Judge), Mrs Sharon Thomas (Judge)
BSPS Summer Worker Stakes (fences 70cm)
BSPS Summer Worker Stakes. Plaited Animals or Heritage Ponies 4 years old or over not exceeding 158cms. Riders any age but must be suitably mounted for the Pony/Horse they ride.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 10:00
Buckingham Equine Vets Ring
Mrs Dawn Christie (Judge), Mrs Sharon Thomas (Judge)
LIHS BSPS Heritage M&M Lead Rein and First Ridden Working Sports Pony
In Lead Rein and First Ridden WSP classes the Judges will be looking for a pony suitable for a child to begin their future in Working Sports Pony classes. Ponies must be shown unplaited.
Marks will be awarded as follows: Manners & Style whilst performing the test (including jumping) 60 Marks, Type, Movement and Way of Going 20 Marks, Presentation and Suitability of pony for the rider 20 Marks
Criteria for Lead Rein Class
The Leader must be 16 years old or over and may only lead one pony in a class. The rein MUST go directly from the bit to the rider’s hand, with no extra aids or attachments to or on the saddle. Handles on saddles are permitted but the reins must not be attached to the handle or to the saddle. The Lead Rein must be affixed to the noseband on which it must remain while the pony is in the ring. Whilst in the ring ponies must always be led by the leader. The Leader should lead on the near side with the lead rein in the left hand.
RIDERS - Hats in accordance with BSPS Rules, Tweed Jackets, Beige or cream jodhpurs, Shirt, tie, boots and gloves. No Buttonholes
LEADERS Country attire, Gentlemen Trilby Hats or Caps, Ladies modest hats.
Method of Judging for Lead Rein Class
Ponies will enter the ring at the walk, they may be trotted altogether at the Judges’ discretion. They will be pulled into line and asked to perform an individual test around obstacles including jumping a maximum of three small upright fences not exceeding 30cms. No spread fences. Water will not be included. Ponies will not be asked to walk on artificial material e.g. plastic sheeting during the test. Riders will not be asked to dismount.
Method of Judging for First Ridden Class
Ponies will enter the ring at the walk, they may be trotted altogether at the Judges’ discretion. They will be pulled into line and asked to perform an individual test around obstacles including jumping a maximum of three small upright fences not exceeding 30cms. At the end of the test, they will canter down one side of the arena to finish. No spread fences. Water will not be included. Ponies will not be asked to walk on artificial material e.g. plastic sheeting during the test. Riders will not be asked to dismount.
Criteria
Martingales are permitted.
RIDERS - Hats in accordance with BSPS rules, Tweed Jackets, Beige or Cream Jodhpurs, Shirt, Tie, Boots and Gloves. Body Protectors are COMPULSORY in this class. No buttonholes.
Judges will penalise refusals, knockdowns or taking the wrong course. A stride or two of canter over the fences will not be penalised. There will be NO conformation marks. Ponies must be shown unplaited and in accordance with their breed standards.
London International Horse Show: The highest placed Pony in these classes will qualify for the London International Horse Show to be held in December 2024. If already qualified, the qualification will pass down to the next highest placed Pony (down to 3rd place only). Non-members of the BSPS have seven days to complete their registration and membership to keep the qualification. If not, this will pass to the next exhibitor.
Championship for the Lead Rein and First Ridden Working Sports Pony classes.
Marks will be awarded as follows: Manners & Style whilst performing the test (including jumping) 60 Marks, Type, Movement and Way of Going 20 Marks, Presentation and Suitability of pony for the rider 20 Marks
Criteria for Lead Rein Class
The Leader must be 16 years old or over and may only lead one pony in a class. The rein MUST go directly from the bit to the rider’s hand, with no extra aids or attachments to or on the saddle. Handles on saddles are permitted but the reins must not be attached to the handle or to the saddle. The Lead Rein must be affixed to the noseband on which it must remain while the pony is in the ring. Whilst in the ring ponies must always be led by the leader. The Leader should lead on the near side with the lead rein in the left hand.
RIDERS - Hats in accordance with BSPS Rules, Tweed Jackets, Beige or cream jodhpurs, Shirt, tie, boots and gloves. No Buttonholes
LEADERS Country attire, Gentlemen Trilby Hats or Caps, Ladies modest hats.
Method of Judging for Lead Rein Class
Ponies will enter the ring at the walk, they may be trotted altogether at the Judges’ discretion. They will be pulled into line and asked to perform an individual test around obstacles including jumping a maximum of three small upright fences not exceeding 30cms. No spread fences. Water will not be included. Ponies will not be asked to walk on artificial material e.g. plastic sheeting during the test. Riders will not be asked to dismount.
Method of Judging for First Ridden Class
Ponies will enter the ring at the walk, they may be trotted altogether at the Judges’ discretion. They will be pulled into line and asked to perform an individual test around obstacles including jumping a maximum of three small upright fences not exceeding 30cms. At the end of the test, they will canter down one side of the arena to finish. No spread fences. Water will not be included. Ponies will not be asked to walk on artificial material e.g. plastic sheeting during the test. Riders will not be asked to dismount.
Criteria
Martingales are permitted.
RIDERS - Hats in accordance with BSPS rules, Tweed Jackets, Beige or Cream Jodhpurs, Shirt, Tie, Boots and Gloves. Body Protectors are COMPULSORY in this class. No buttonholes.
Judges will penalise refusals, knockdowns or taking the wrong course. A stride or two of canter over the fences will not be penalised. There will be NO conformation marks. Ponies must be shown unplaited and in accordance with their breed standards.
London International Horse Show: The highest placed Pony in these classes will qualify for the London International Horse Show to be held in December 2024. If already qualified, the qualification will pass down to the next highest placed Pony (down to 3rd place only). Non-members of the BSPS have seven days to complete their registration and membership to keep the qualification. If not, this will pass to the next exhibitor.
Championship for the Lead Rein and First Ridden Working Sports Pony classes.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 10:30
Buckingham Equine Vets Ring
Mrs Dawn Christie (Judge), Mrs Sharon Thomas (Judge)
BSPS Heritage Working Hunter Ponies
BSPS Heritage M&M WHP Championship
1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 9 and 10 to compete
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle after Class 39. Open to the two highest placed BSPS Members in classes 4-5, 9-10 and 33-39 qualifying for the BSPS Best of the Best Championship 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of the Best Champion.
1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 9 and 10 to compete
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle after Class 39. Open to the two highest placed BSPS Members in classes 4-5, 9-10 and 33-39 qualifying for the BSPS Best of the Best Championship 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of the Best Champion.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 11:30
Buckingham Equine Vets Ring
Mrs Dawn Christie (Judge), Mrs Sharon Thomas (Judge)
BSPS Summer Worker Stakes (fences 80cm to 90cm)
BSPS Summer Worker Stakes. Plaited Animals or Heritage Ponies 4 years old or over not exceeding 158cms. Riders any age but must be suitably mounted for the Pony/Horse they ride.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 12:30
Buckingham Equine Vets Ring
Mrs Dawn Christie (Judge), Mrs Sharon Thomas (Judge)
LIHS BSHA Rising Star Working Show Horse and Working Hunters
The winner of Class 13 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Working Show Horse Supreme Final at the London International Horse Show in December 2024. If already qualified the qualification will move down to no lower than fifth place.
The winner of class 15 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Working Hunter Supreme Final at the London International Horse Show in December 2024. If already qualified the qualification will move down to no lower than fifth place.
Championship - THE MAURICE SECKINGTON MEMORIAL TROPHY (21) for the Champion Working Hunter. First and Second prizewinners in Classes 14 and 15 to compete.
The winner of class 15 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Working Hunter Supreme Final at the London International Horse Show in December 2024. If already qualified the qualification will move down to no lower than fifth place.
Championship - THE MAURICE SECKINGTON MEMORIAL TROPHY (21) for the Champion Working Hunter. First and Second prizewinners in Classes 14 and 15 to compete.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 14:30
Buckingham Equine Vets Ring
Miss Faye Ludlow (Judge)
SSADL Home Produced In Hand and Ridden Qualifiers
The series is open to members and non-members. Non-members will have 10 days to join SSADL on receiving a qualification card.
2024 Qualification System: SSADL Members will receive their own qualification card. This is to be signed in the ring at time of judging/presentation. It is the member’s responsibility to ensure the right qualifier is signed for.
1. 1st to 6th in each age group will qualify for the London International Horse Show 2nd round qualifiers 2024
2. The 1st to 6th from each AGE section will qualify for the
a. Members Open Challenge. (Lead Rein Ponies are NOT permitted). Open to all types and breeds
b. Members Mountain and Moorland Challenge. (Lead Rein Ponies are NOT permitted)
c. Members Foreign Breeds Challenge.
3. The 6 highest placed Lead Rein/First Ridden ponies will qualify for the Members Lead Rein/First Ridden Challenge.
4. 1st – 3rd from each age group will qualify for the Senior of Year Championship
(If a competitor has already qualified the qualification can be passed down the line)
2024 Qualification System: SSADL Members will receive their own qualification card. This is to be signed in the ring at time of judging/presentation. It is the member’s responsibility to ensure the right qualifier is signed for.
1. 1st to 6th in each age group will qualify for the London International Horse Show 2nd round qualifiers 2024
2. The 1st to 6th from each AGE section will qualify for the
a. Members Open Challenge. (Lead Rein Ponies are NOT permitted). Open to all types and breeds
b. Members Mountain and Moorland Challenge. (Lead Rein Ponies are NOT permitted)
c. Members Foreign Breeds Challenge.
3. The 6 highest placed Lead Rein/First Ridden ponies will qualify for the Members Lead Rein/First Ridden Challenge.
4. 1st – 3rd from each age group will qualify for the Senior of Year Championship
(If a competitor has already qualified the qualification can be passed down the line)
Start At, 03/08/2024 08:30
Foxhill Equestrian Ring
Mrs Marilyn Ludlow (Judge), Mr Chris Yates (Judge)
SSADL RIHS 2025 Direct Qualifiers
Open to Members & Non -Members of SSADL
IN HAND CHAMPIONSHIP
The 1st and 2nd prize winners from Classes 18 – 20 are eligible for the In-Hand Championship.
In the In-Hand Championship, the highest placed 2024 SSADL member will claim the RIHS 2025 Ticket. The 2024 SSADL Membership card must be produced to the Judge in the ring before presentation. No membership card no qualification, in this situation the qualification will be handed down the line to next eligible member.
The New Horizon Plastics Co Ltd /SSADL Grand Final will be held in July 2025 at the Agria Royal International Horse Show at the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead.
The SSADL head office will notify all champions of the entry procedure, Entry is done via RIHS direct.
RIDDEN CHAMPIONSHIP
The 1st and 2nd prize winners from Classes 21 – 23 are eligible for the Ridden Championship.
In the Ridden Championship, the highest placed 2024 SSADL member will claim the RIHS 2025 Ticket. The 2024 SSADL Membership card must be produced to the Judge in the ring before presentation. No membership card no qualification, in this situation the qualification will be handed down the line to next eligible member.
The New Horizon Plastics Co Ltd /SSADL Grand Final will be held July 2025 at the Agria Royal International Horse Show at the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead.
The SSADL head office will notify all champions of the entry procedure, Entry is done via RIHS direct.
Important: A competitor may compete in both the In Hand and Ridden qualifiers. However, once a competitor has qualified in the In Hand section, they can still compete in Ridden section BUT are NOT allowed to ENTER in the Ridden Championship and vice versa. Important: Should a competitor win an In-Hand class and not wish to go into the In-Hand Championship, then said competitor MUST declare this to the judge and steward. Should this situation arise then the 2nd and 3rd places will go into the In Hand Championship
Once a competitor has qualified for the Grand Final, they may continue to compete in any other show qualifiers, BUT they will NOT be eligible to enter the Championship Qualifier.
Please Note: Marks will NOT be used in this qualifier. There will be no pull in after the initial go round.
No Spurs with exception to Adult Side Saddle riders, No Galloping/Canter Extensions, No Wearing of Face/Body Jewellery, with the exception to the therapeutic earring used by competitors with health problems. Foals are NOT permitted in SSADL Classes
For In-Hand Classes- Minimum age of handler = 11 years old. Ridden - First Ridden Competitors will only canter in their individual shows. Lead Rein ponies will not be stripped, for the strip section, the rider will stay mounted.
STALLIONS - Either for In Hand or Ridden classes, Competitors must be 16 years of age or over. Competitors cannot enter the ring once the command of trot has been given.
The same Rider/Handler/Pony/Horse combination must stay the same from Qualifier to Grand Final, unless under special circumstances, on such an occasion the directors may deem it fit to alter said rule.
ALL COMPETITORS MUST ACQUAINT THEMSELVES WITH SSADL RULES BEFORE ENTERING
SSADL rulebook can be found at www.seniorshowinganddressage.co.uk
IN HAND CHAMPIONSHIP
The 1st and 2nd prize winners from Classes 18 – 20 are eligible for the In-Hand Championship.
In the In-Hand Championship, the highest placed 2024 SSADL member will claim the RIHS 2025 Ticket. The 2024 SSADL Membership card must be produced to the Judge in the ring before presentation. No membership card no qualification, in this situation the qualification will be handed down the line to next eligible member.
The New Horizon Plastics Co Ltd /SSADL Grand Final will be held in July 2025 at the Agria Royal International Horse Show at the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead.
The SSADL head office will notify all champions of the entry procedure, Entry is done via RIHS direct.
RIDDEN CHAMPIONSHIP
The 1st and 2nd prize winners from Classes 21 – 23 are eligible for the Ridden Championship.
In the Ridden Championship, the highest placed 2024 SSADL member will claim the RIHS 2025 Ticket. The 2024 SSADL Membership card must be produced to the Judge in the ring before presentation. No membership card no qualification, in this situation the qualification will be handed down the line to next eligible member.
The New Horizon Plastics Co Ltd /SSADL Grand Final will be held July 2025 at the Agria Royal International Horse Show at the All England Jumping Course, Hickstead.
The SSADL head office will notify all champions of the entry procedure, Entry is done via RIHS direct.
Important: A competitor may compete in both the In Hand and Ridden qualifiers. However, once a competitor has qualified in the In Hand section, they can still compete in Ridden section BUT are NOT allowed to ENTER in the Ridden Championship and vice versa. Important: Should a competitor win an In-Hand class and not wish to go into the In-Hand Championship, then said competitor MUST declare this to the judge and steward. Should this situation arise then the 2nd and 3rd places will go into the In Hand Championship
Once a competitor has qualified for the Grand Final, they may continue to compete in any other show qualifiers, BUT they will NOT be eligible to enter the Championship Qualifier.
Please Note: Marks will NOT be used in this qualifier. There will be no pull in after the initial go round.
No Spurs with exception to Adult Side Saddle riders, No Galloping/Canter Extensions, No Wearing of Face/Body Jewellery, with the exception to the therapeutic earring used by competitors with health problems. Foals are NOT permitted in SSADL Classes
For In-Hand Classes- Minimum age of handler = 11 years old. Ridden - First Ridden Competitors will only canter in their individual shows. Lead Rein ponies will not be stripped, for the strip section, the rider will stay mounted.
STALLIONS - Either for In Hand or Ridden classes, Competitors must be 16 years of age or over. Competitors cannot enter the ring once the command of trot has been given.
The same Rider/Handler/Pony/Horse combination must stay the same from Qualifier to Grand Final, unless under special circumstances, on such an occasion the directors may deem it fit to alter said rule.
ALL COMPETITORS MUST ACQUAINT THEMSELVES WITH SSADL RULES BEFORE ENTERING
SSADL rulebook can be found at www.seniorshowinganddressage.co.uk
Not Before, 03/08/2024 10:00
Foxhill Equestrian Ring
Mrs Marilyn Ludlow (Judge), Mr Chris Yates (Judge)
In Hand Mountain & Moorland Ponies
THE SOCIETY’S SILVER CHALLENGE CUP (10) for the Champion Pony
THE MRS McELLIGOT CHALLENGE CUP (11) for the Best Dartmoor Pony.
Special Specific Breed Rosettes may be awarded for the Best Pony of each breed.
The following classes are qualifiers for the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Semi Final at the National Pony Society Great British In-Hand Show, 7th September 2024. Which is a qualifier for Horse of the Year Show, NEC, 9th – 13th October 2024. The objective of the competition is to find the supreme light horse or pony in-hand champion of the year, irrespective of breed or type (excluding heavy horses).
The Champion horse or pony from the following classes will be eligible to compete in the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Semi Final, provided it has not already won a Supreme In-Hand qualifier in 2024.
• In-Hand Mountain & Moorland Champion (Classes 24 – 28)
• Broodmare Champion (Class 29)
• Youngstock/Competition Sports Horse Champion (Classes 31 – 32)
If the Champion has already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or is ineligible, then the Reserve Champion may come forward to The NPS Great British In-Hand Show, provided it has not already qualified and is eligible. If both Champion and Reserve Champion have already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or are ineligible then the Semi-Final will not be represented at the NPS Great British In-Hand Show.
Foal champions and geldings four years old and over are not eligible to compete, or eligible to qualify for Horse of the Year Show.
In the event of a horse/pony having been awarded more than one section Championship at this show, that horse/pony will represent both/all sections and the Semi-Final qualification will not pass down to the Reserve Champion in the 2nd and any subsequent sections.
All classes are open to Yearlings, 2 year olds, 3 year olds, Stallions, broodmares and barren mares only. Broodmares must be with foal at foot or a relevant certificate of pregnancy. Mares which have not yet foaled or that have lost their foals are eligible to enter with a relevant certificate of pregnancy for the following year.
There will be no direct entry into the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Championship Semi Final, all animals must be a section champion or reserve champion (as applicable).
Judges need not be registered on any society Judge’s panel but must possess sufficient experience to judge.
Data given upon entry of this class is provided to Grandstand Media Limited and stored on the Grandstand Entries System. For full policy details please visit www.grandstandentries.com
THE MRS McELLIGOT CHALLENGE CUP (11) for the Best Dartmoor Pony.
Special Specific Breed Rosettes may be awarded for the Best Pony of each breed.
The following classes are qualifiers for the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Semi Final at the National Pony Society Great British In-Hand Show, 7th September 2024. Which is a qualifier for Horse of the Year Show, NEC, 9th – 13th October 2024. The objective of the competition is to find the supreme light horse or pony in-hand champion of the year, irrespective of breed or type (excluding heavy horses).
The Champion horse or pony from the following classes will be eligible to compete in the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Semi Final, provided it has not already won a Supreme In-Hand qualifier in 2024.
• In-Hand Mountain & Moorland Champion (Classes 24 – 28)
• Broodmare Champion (Class 29)
• Youngstock/Competition Sports Horse Champion (Classes 31 – 32)
If the Champion has already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or is ineligible, then the Reserve Champion may come forward to The NPS Great British In-Hand Show, provided it has not already qualified and is eligible. If both Champion and Reserve Champion have already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or are ineligible then the Semi-Final will not be represented at the NPS Great British In-Hand Show.
Foal champions and geldings four years old and over are not eligible to compete, or eligible to qualify for Horse of the Year Show.
In the event of a horse/pony having been awarded more than one section Championship at this show, that horse/pony will represent both/all sections and the Semi-Final qualification will not pass down to the Reserve Champion in the 2nd and any subsequent sections.
All classes are open to Yearlings, 2 year olds, 3 year olds, Stallions, broodmares and barren mares only. Broodmares must be with foal at foot or a relevant certificate of pregnancy. Mares which have not yet foaled or that have lost their foals are eligible to enter with a relevant certificate of pregnancy for the following year.
There will be no direct entry into the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Championship Semi Final, all animals must be a section champion or reserve champion (as applicable).
Judges need not be registered on any society Judge’s panel but must possess sufficient experience to judge.
Data given upon entry of this class is provided to Grandstand Media Limited and stored on the Grandstand Entries System. For full policy details please visit www.grandstandentries.com
Not Before, 03/08/2024 12:00
Foxhill Equestrian Ring
Mr David Bright (Judge)
In Hand Brood Mares & Youngstock of Hunter Type or Sports Horse
THE NIGEL DEWING ROSE BOWL (1) will be awarded to the winner of Class 30.
Championship - THE DRABBLE CHALLENGE CUP (2) for the Champion Brood Mare or Foal
selected from first and second prizewinners in Classes 29 and 30
Championship - THE COL. N. P. FOSTER CHALLENGE CUP (3) for the Best Youngstock selected
from first and second prizewinners in Class 31, and the highest placed 1, 2 or 3yr old from Class 32.
Championship - THE ANDREW HARTIGAN SILVER CHALLENGE SALVER (4) for the Best Horse of the In-Hand Section, Classes 29-32, which was bred in the Grafton Hunt Country.
The following classes are qualifiers for the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Semi Final at the National Pony Society Great British In-Hand Show, 7th September 2024. Which is a qualifier for Horse of the Year Show, NEC, 9th – 13th October 2024. The objective of the competition is to find the supreme light horse or pony in-hand champion of the year, irrespective of breed or type (excluding heavy horses).
The Champion horse or pony from the following classes will be eligible to compete in the Price Family Supreme In-
Hand Semi Final, provided it has not already won a Supreme In-Hand qualifier in 2024.
• In-Hand Mountain & Moorland Champion (Classes 24 – 28)
• Broodmare Champion (Class 29)
• Youngstock/Competition Sports Horse Champion (Classes 31 – 32)
If the Champion has already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or is ineligible, then the Reserve Champion may come forward to The NPS Great British In-Hand Show, provided it has not already qualified and is eligible. If both Champion and Reserve Champion have already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or are ineligible then the Semi-Final will not be represented at the NPS Great British In-Hand Show.
Foal champions and geldings four years old and over are not eligible to compete, or eligible to qualify for Horse of the Year Show.
In the event of a horse/pony having been awarded more than one section Championship at this show, that horse/pony will represent both/all sections and the Semi-Final qualification will not pass down to the Reserve Champion in the 2nd and any subsequent sections.
All classes are open to Yearlings, 2 year olds, 3 year olds, Stallions, broodmares and barren mares only. Broodmares must be with foal at foot or a relevant certificate of pregnancy. Mares which have not yet foaled or that have lost their foals are eligible to enter with a relevant certificate of pregnancy for the following year.
There will be no direct entry into the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Championship Semi Final, all animals must be a section champion or reserve champion (as applicable).
Judges need not be registered on any society Judge’s panel but must possess sufficient experience to judge.
Data given upon entry of this class is provided to Grandstand Media Limited and stored on the Grandstand Entries System. For full policy details please visit www.grandstandentries.com
Championship - THE DRABBLE CHALLENGE CUP (2) for the Champion Brood Mare or Foal
selected from first and second prizewinners in Classes 29 and 30
Championship - THE COL. N. P. FOSTER CHALLENGE CUP (3) for the Best Youngstock selected
from first and second prizewinners in Class 31, and the highest placed 1, 2 or 3yr old from Class 32.
Championship - THE ANDREW HARTIGAN SILVER CHALLENGE SALVER (4) for the Best Horse of the In-Hand Section, Classes 29-32, which was bred in the Grafton Hunt Country.
The following classes are qualifiers for the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Semi Final at the National Pony Society Great British In-Hand Show, 7th September 2024. Which is a qualifier for Horse of the Year Show, NEC, 9th – 13th October 2024. The objective of the competition is to find the supreme light horse or pony in-hand champion of the year, irrespective of breed or type (excluding heavy horses).
The Champion horse or pony from the following classes will be eligible to compete in the Price Family Supreme In-
Hand Semi Final, provided it has not already won a Supreme In-Hand qualifier in 2024.
• In-Hand Mountain & Moorland Champion (Classes 24 – 28)
• Broodmare Champion (Class 29)
• Youngstock/Competition Sports Horse Champion (Classes 31 – 32)
If the Champion has already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or is ineligible, then the Reserve Champion may come forward to The NPS Great British In-Hand Show, provided it has not already qualified and is eligible. If both Champion and Reserve Champion have already qualified for Horse of the Year Show 2024 or are ineligible then the Semi-Final will not be represented at the NPS Great British In-Hand Show.
Foal champions and geldings four years old and over are not eligible to compete, or eligible to qualify for Horse of the Year Show.
In the event of a horse/pony having been awarded more than one section Championship at this show, that horse/pony will represent both/all sections and the Semi-Final qualification will not pass down to the Reserve Champion in the 2nd and any subsequent sections.
All classes are open to Yearlings, 2 year olds, 3 year olds, Stallions, broodmares and barren mares only. Broodmares must be with foal at foot or a relevant certificate of pregnancy. Mares which have not yet foaled or that have lost their foals are eligible to enter with a relevant certificate of pregnancy for the following year.
There will be no direct entry into the Price Family Supreme In-Hand Championship Semi Final, all animals must be a section champion or reserve champion (as applicable).
Judges need not be registered on any society Judge’s panel but must possess sufficient experience to judge.
Data given upon entry of this class is provided to Grandstand Media Limited and stored on the Grandstand Entries System. For full policy details please visit www.grandstandentries.com
Not Before, 03/08/2024 13:30
Foxhill Equestrian Ring
Mr David Bright (Judge)
BSPS Heritage Mountain & Moorland
BSPS Heritage Mini Championship. Open to ponies that have been placed 1st or 2nd in the Heritage Lead Rein (Class 33) and First Ridden (Class 34).
Ponies placed 1st in the B.S.P.S. Open Heritage M&M classes will qualify for the B.S.P.S. WOW Factor (‘Winner of Winners’) at the B.S.P.S. Summer Championship Show.
Championship
First and Second prizewinners in Classes 33 - 35 to compete.
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle after Class 39.
Open to the two highest placed BSPS Members in classes 4-5, 9-10 and 33-39 qualifying for the BSPS Best of the Best Championship 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Champion.
Ponies placed 1st in the B.S.P.S. Open Heritage M&M classes will qualify for the B.S.P.S. WOW Factor (‘Winner of Winners’) at the B.S.P.S. Summer Championship Show.
Championship
First and Second prizewinners in Classes 33 - 35 to compete.
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle after Class 39.
Open to the two highest placed BSPS Members in classes 4-5, 9-10 and 33-39 qualifying for the BSPS Best of the Best Championship 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Champion.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 14:30
Foxhill Equestrian Ring
Mr David Bright (Judge)
BSPS New Horizon Plastics Heritage Ridden Classes
Championship
BSPS New Horizon Plastics Heritage Ridden Championship. Open to ponies that have been placed 1st or 2nd or 3rd in classes 36-39.
1st, 2nd and 3rd prizewinners from classes 36-39 will qualify for a Semi-Final to be held at the BSPS Heritage Championship Show at Arena U.K. (The qualification will NOT pass down the line)
These classes are also qualifiers for the BSPS Roger's Truck Services Ltd. Challenge.
First prize winners will qualify for the BSPS Binks Family Champion of Champions.
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle
Open to the two highest placed BSPS members in classes 4-5, 9-10, and 33-39, qualifying for BSPS Championship Best of the Best 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Champion.
BSPS New Horizon Plastics Heritage Ridden Championship. Open to ponies that have been placed 1st or 2nd or 3rd in classes 36-39.
1st, 2nd and 3rd prizewinners from classes 36-39 will qualify for a Semi-Final to be held at the BSPS Heritage Championship Show at Arena U.K. (The qualification will NOT pass down the line)
These classes are also qualifiers for the BSPS Roger's Truck Services Ltd. Challenge.
First prize winners will qualify for the BSPS Binks Family Champion of Champions.
BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Championship to be judged by Mr D Ingle
Open to the two highest placed BSPS members in classes 4-5, 9-10, and 33-39, qualifying for BSPS Championship Best of the Best 2024.
THE LEWIS CHALLENGE CUP (51) in memory of Miss Joan Lewis will be awarded to the BSPS Area 17 Best of Best Champion.
Start At, 03/08/2024 15:30
Foxhill Equestrian Ring
Mr David Bright (Judge)
LIHS BSPS Performance Coloured Horse/Pony
Classes 40 to 41 will be marked as follows: Performance 60 marks, Presentation and suitability of pony for rider 20 marks and Type, Movement and Way of Going 20 marks.
Method of judging for Classes 40 and 41: Exhibitors will go round the ring as whole group, (no pull in). They will undertake a display (rather than a show) where they would need to show certain movements which will include walk, including a walk on a free rein, trot, canter on both reins, a canter circle, canter transitions on the straight, extension in canter on one rein and a halt. Competitors in these classes will not be stripped.
London International Horse Show: The highest placed Horse/Pony in each class will qualify for the London International Horse Show to be held in December 2024. If already qualified, the qualification will pass down to the next highest placed Horse/Pony (down to 3rd place only). Non-members of the BSPS have seven days to complete their registration and membership to keep the qualification. If not, this will pass to the next exhibitor.
Method of judging for Classes 40 and 41: Exhibitors will go round the ring as whole group, (no pull in). They will undertake a display (rather than a show) where they would need to show certain movements which will include walk, including a walk on a free rein, trot, canter on both reins, a canter circle, canter transitions on the straight, extension in canter on one rein and a halt. Competitors in these classes will not be stripped.
London International Horse Show: The highest placed Horse/Pony in each class will qualify for the London International Horse Show to be held in December 2024. If already qualified, the qualification will pass down to the next highest placed Horse/Pony (down to 3rd place only). Non-members of the BSPS have seven days to complete their registration and membership to keep the qualification. If not, this will pass to the next exhibitor.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 09:00
Charlock Stud Ring
Mr David Ingle (Judge)
Riding Horse/Cob and Retrained Racehorses
The winner of class 43 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Racehorse to Show Horse Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. If already qualified the qualification will move down to no lower than third place.
Semi-final places will be awarded to second and third place unless already qualified This class is open to competitors working within the racing industry.
In class 44 blemishes caused through racing will be ignored. Horses do not need to be shod to compete in the RoR Open In-Hand class. Horses can be shown in a Bitless/In-Hand Bridle.
All those entering horses and/or participating in the show agree to be bound by the Retraining of Racehorses Rules and Regulations from time to time in force.
Class 44 is a qualifier for the RoR OPEN In-Hand Showing Series FINAL
The first three go forward to the final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships at Aintree in August 2025.
RoR prizes will not be awarded to RoR qualifiers with numbers forward of two or less, however qualification for the final will stand.
RoR Rosettes 1st - 4th.
R0R Branded Prize for the Winner (to be redeemed from the RoR office).
Championship
THE ROB COCKERILL MEMORIAL TROPHY (23) for the Champion Horse or Pony. 1st & 2nd prizewinners in Classes 42-44 to compete.
Semi-final places will be awarded to second and third place unless already qualified This class is open to competitors working within the racing industry.
In class 44 blemishes caused through racing will be ignored. Horses do not need to be shod to compete in the RoR Open In-Hand class. Horses can be shown in a Bitless/In-Hand Bridle.
All those entering horses and/or participating in the show agree to be bound by the Retraining of Racehorses Rules and Regulations from time to time in force.
Class 44 is a qualifier for the RoR OPEN In-Hand Showing Series FINAL
The first three go forward to the final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships at Aintree in August 2025.
RoR prizes will not be awarded to RoR qualifiers with numbers forward of two or less, however qualification for the final will stand.
RoR Rosettes 1st - 4th.
R0R Branded Prize for the Winner (to be redeemed from the RoR office).
Championship
THE ROB COCKERILL MEMORIAL TROPHY (23) for the Champion Horse or Pony. 1st & 2nd prizewinners in Classes 42-44 to compete.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 11:00
Charlock Stud Ring
Mr David Ingle (Judge)
LIHS BSPS Performance Pony
Mark Scheme for classes 45-47: Performance 60 marks, Presentation and suitability of pony for rider 20 marks and Type, Movement and Way of Going 20 marks.
Method of judging for Classes 45-47: Exhibitors will go round the ring as whole group, (no pull in). They will undertake a display (rather than a show) where they would need to show certain movements which will include walk, including a walk on a free rein, trot, canter on both reins, a canter circle, canter transitions on the straight, extension in canter on one rein and a halt. Competitors in these classes will not be stripped.
London International Horse Show: The highest placed Horse/Pony in each class will qualify for the London International Horse Show to be held in December 2024. If already qualified, the qualification will pass down to the next highest placed Horse/Pony (down to 3rd place only). Non-members of the BSPS have seven days to complete their registration and membership to keep the qualification. If not, this will pass to the next exhibitor.
Method of judging for Classes 45-47: Exhibitors will go round the ring as whole group, (no pull in). They will undertake a display (rather than a show) where they would need to show certain movements which will include walk, including a walk on a free rein, trot, canter on both reins, a canter circle, canter transitions on the straight, extension in canter on one rein and a halt. Competitors in these classes will not be stripped.
London International Horse Show: The highest placed Horse/Pony in each class will qualify for the London International Horse Show to be held in December 2024. If already qualified, the qualification will pass down to the next highest placed Horse/Pony (down to 3rd place only). Non-members of the BSPS have seven days to complete their registration and membership to keep the qualification. If not, this will pass to the next exhibitor.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 14:00
Charlock Stud Ring
Mr David Ingle (Judge)
Pony Club Ponies
Open to Pony Club Member and ponies that together must have been ridden regularly by the exhibitor at rallies or meets of the exhibitor’s local hunt. The classes will be judged on suitability of the pony to compete in Pony Club activities by the following marking system: turnout of pony and rider - 20 points; type and suitability of pony - 30 points; performance of pony and rider 30 points.
Two Cups kindly presented by: MRS P DONGER (12) - 10 years and under, GRAFTON HUNT PONY CLUB (13) - 11 + years will be awarded to the most workmanlike turnout of rider and pony in each of the two age groups. Only Grafton Hunt Pony Club Members are eligible.
Two Cups kindly presented by: MRS P DONGER (12) - 10 years and under, GRAFTON HUNT PONY CLUB (13) - 11 + years will be awarded to the most workmanlike turnout of rider and pony in each of the two age groups. Only Grafton Hunt Pony Club Members are eligible.
Start At, 03/08/2024 09:00
Ring 5
Miss Rachel Bright (Judge)
Unaffiliated Showing
The Philip Henn Memorial Trophy (9) will be awarded to the winner of Class 53.
Local Championship
THE WALTER PERRY SILVER CHALLENGE CUP (22) will be presented to the winner. The two highest placed ponies and riders in Classes 50-57 residing within a 5 mile radius of Blakesley Church to compete.
Overall Championship
The two highest placed ponies and riders in Classes 50-57 to compete.
Local Championship
THE WALTER PERRY SILVER CHALLENGE CUP (22) will be presented to the winner. The two highest placed ponies and riders in Classes 50-57 residing within a 5 mile radius of Blakesley Church to compete.
Overall Championship
The two highest placed ponies and riders in Classes 50-57 to compete.
Not Before, 03/08/2024 10:00
Ring 5
Miss Rachel Bright (Judge)
