Event Date
6th Jun 2026
HEAVY HORSES
All Clydesdales which are shod must be within the guidelines of the Clydesdale Horse Society.
The Clydesdale Horse Society Shield.
A Shield (which will be supplied and engraved by The Clydesdale Horse Society) will be awarded to the best yearling or two-year-old colt or filly, registered or eligible for registration with the Society, not having won a Shield before in its lifetime. The exhibitor must be a current member of The Clydesdale Horse Society.
Please note (and new for 2026) that any horse with a clipped tail, subject to transitional arrangements if the tail was clipped in 2025, cannot win the Clydesdale Horse Society Shield.
This rule applies at the Clydesdale Horse Society Winter Fair in 2026 and for 2026
Affiliated Shows which award the Clydesdale Horse Society Shield for the best Yearling
and Two-Year-Old Colt or Filly presented at that show.
Young Handlers Class An engraved medal is presented by The Clydesdale Horse Society to the best young handler aged 12 to 16 on the day of the show who has not already qualified. That person will also receive a Young Handler qualifier rosette on the day of the show.
The capabilities of the handler are to be assessed, not the animal being led.
Qualifiers from any show held prior to 30th April in any year will qualify for the Young Handler final at the Royal Highland Show in the year of that show. Qualifier after 30th April in any year will qualify for Young Handler Final at the following year’s Royal Highland Show.
A merit rosette will be given to all entrants in the class. The James Bennett Fund generously sponsors the Young Handler Scheme and The Young Handler Final.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Heavy Horse Championship will be judged at the end of the section in the Main Ring. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st and 2nd prize winners in each class. The section Champion must go forward to the Parade of Champions.
SPECIAL PRIZES
CHALLENGE CUP presented in memory of the late Mr J Armstrong is awarded to the best animal in the Clydesdale Horse Classes age to be considered.
THE TARRABY CUP presented by the late Mr J A Armstrong (formerly by Blamire Memorial Committee) is awarded to the best female in the Clydesdale Horse Section.
THE GEORGE HODGSON MEMORIAL CUP presented by Mrs Milne is awarded to the best male in the Clydesdale classes.
CLYDESDALE HORSE SOCIETY SHIELD A Shield (which will be supplied and engraved by The Clydesdale Horse Society) will be awarded to the best yearling or two-year-old colt or filly, registered or eligible for registration with the Society, not having won a Shield before in its lifetime. The exhibitor must be a current member of The Clydesdale Horse Society.
THE HAROLD RUSSELL SILVER CHALLENGE CUP presented by the executors of the late Mr H N Russell is awarded to the best Clydesdale yearling or 2 year old bred by the exhibitor.
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the best Clydesdale foal.
THE J S HARRINGTON PERPETUAL TROPHY presented in memory of the late Jack Harrington is awarded to the best Clydesdale animal bred by the exhibitor.
THE J & D CURR MEMORIAL CUP presented Curr Family is awarded to the best Clydesdale animal of opposite sex to the Champion.
BEST RIDDEN ROSETTE presented The Clydesdale Horse Society is awarded to the best ridden Clydesdale in Class 10
THE SHONA HARRISON HILLSIDE CLYDESDALE TROPHY presented Shona Harrison, Hillside Clydesdales for the Best Ridden Heavy Horse.
The Clydesdale Horse Society Shield.
A Shield (which will be supplied and engraved by The Clydesdale Horse Society) will be awarded to the best yearling or two-year-old colt or filly, registered or eligible for registration with the Society, not having won a Shield before in its lifetime. The exhibitor must be a current member of The Clydesdale Horse Society.
Please note (and new for 2026) that any horse with a clipped tail, subject to transitional arrangements if the tail was clipped in 2025, cannot win the Clydesdale Horse Society Shield.
This rule applies at the Clydesdale Horse Society Winter Fair in 2026 and for 2026
Affiliated Shows which award the Clydesdale Horse Society Shield for the best Yearling
and Two-Year-Old Colt or Filly presented at that show.
Young Handlers Class An engraved medal is presented by The Clydesdale Horse Society to the best young handler aged 12 to 16 on the day of the show who has not already qualified. That person will also receive a Young Handler qualifier rosette on the day of the show.
The capabilities of the handler are to be assessed, not the animal being led.
Qualifiers from any show held prior to 30th April in any year will qualify for the Young Handler final at the Royal Highland Show in the year of that show. Qualifier after 30th April in any year will qualify for Young Handler Final at the following year’s Royal Highland Show.
A merit rosette will be given to all entrants in the class. The James Bennett Fund generously sponsors the Young Handler Scheme and The Young Handler Final.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Heavy Horse Championship will be judged at the end of the section in the Main Ring. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st and 2nd prize winners in each class. The section Champion must go forward to the Parade of Champions.
SPECIAL PRIZES
CHALLENGE CUP presented in memory of the late Mr J Armstrong is awarded to the best animal in the Clydesdale Horse Classes age to be considered.
THE TARRABY CUP presented by the late Mr J A Armstrong (formerly by Blamire Memorial Committee) is awarded to the best female in the Clydesdale Horse Section.
THE GEORGE HODGSON MEMORIAL CUP presented by Mrs Milne is awarded to the best male in the Clydesdale classes.
CLYDESDALE HORSE SOCIETY SHIELD A Shield (which will be supplied and engraved by The Clydesdale Horse Society) will be awarded to the best yearling or two-year-old colt or filly, registered or eligible for registration with the Society, not having won a Shield before in its lifetime. The exhibitor must be a current member of The Clydesdale Horse Society.
THE HAROLD RUSSELL SILVER CHALLENGE CUP presented by the executors of the late Mr H N Russell is awarded to the best Clydesdale yearling or 2 year old bred by the exhibitor.
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the best Clydesdale foal.
THE J S HARRINGTON PERPETUAL TROPHY presented in memory of the late Jack Harrington is awarded to the best Clydesdale animal bred by the exhibitor.
THE J & D CURR MEMORIAL CUP presented Curr Family is awarded to the best Clydesdale animal of opposite sex to the Champion.
BEST RIDDEN ROSETTE presented The Clydesdale Horse Society is awarded to the best ridden Clydesdale in Class 10
THE SHONA HARRISON HILLSIDE CLYDESDALE TROPHY presented Shona Harrison, Hillside Clydesdales for the Best Ridden Heavy Horse.
Equine Section
Mr Tom Fountain (Judge)
LIGHT HORSES & PONIES BREEDING IN HAND
LIGHT HORSES & PONIES BREEDING IN HAND
Classes 13-15 will be spilt if there are sufficient entries to exc 148cms and not exc 148cms at maturity..
The Cumberland Agricultural Society In hand Breeding Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the conclusion of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the in-hand Championship at the conclusion of all the In hand classes.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the Champion of the Breeding Section.
THE THOMAS W WIGHAM MEMORIAL CUP presented by John & Margaret Wigham is awarded to the Champion Brood Mare.
THE ELAINE ARMSTRONG PERPETUAL MEMORIAL TROPHY presented by E Armstrong is awarded to the Champion Yearling.
Classes 13-15 will be spilt if there are sufficient entries to exc 148cms and not exc 148cms at maturity..
The Cumberland Agricultural Society In hand Breeding Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the conclusion of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the in-hand Championship at the conclusion of all the In hand classes.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the Champion of the Breeding Section.
THE THOMAS W WIGHAM MEMORIAL CUP presented by John & Margaret Wigham is awarded to the Champion Brood Mare.
THE ELAINE ARMSTRONG PERPETUAL MEMORIAL TROPHY presented by E Armstrong is awarded to the Champion Yearling.
Equine Section
Miss Liz Needham (Judge)
RIDDEN HUNTER
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Ridden Hunter Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors from each class.
Horses placed 1st to 4th in classes 16 -20 automatically qualify for class 127 ‘Best Ridden Horse in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider & owner reside in the CA postcode area.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CHALLENGE CUP presented by Mr McMurchie is awarded to the champion Ridden Hunter.
Horses placed 1st to 4th in classes 16 -20 automatically qualify for class 127 ‘Best Ridden Horse in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider & owner reside in the CA postcode area.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CHALLENGE CUP presented by Mr McMurchie is awarded to the champion Ridden Hunter.
Equine Section
Mr Chris Patrick (Conformation Judge), Miss Hannah Atkinson (Ride Judge)
COB/RIDING HORSE/SPORT HORSE
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Cob/Riding Horse/Sport Horse Championship will be judged at the end of this section. 1st and 2nd prize winners in each class to compete. The section champion is eligible to compete in the supreme ridden championship judged at the conclusion of the ridden classes
Horses placed 1st to 4th in classes 23 – 27 automatically qualify for class 127 ‘Best Ridden Horse in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area.
CHAPS registered competitors or those covered by CHAPS rules please refer to the general rules at the beginning of the schedule
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the champion of the Cob/Riding Horse/Sport horse section.
Horses placed 1st to 4th in classes 23 – 27 automatically qualify for class 127 ‘Best Ridden Horse in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area.
CHAPS registered competitors or those covered by CHAPS rules please refer to the general rules at the beginning of the schedule
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the champion of the Cob/Riding Horse/Sport horse section.
Equine Section
Mr Chris Patrick (Conformation Judge), Miss Hannah Atkinson (Ride Judge)
LEADING REIN & FIRST RIDDEN PONY
BRITISH SHOW PONY SOCIETY (BSPS) – Affiliation No 1087/26
Entries in these classes are open to all. The following classes are affiliated to the BSPS 28-31 and 33-46 (WHP)This show is affiliated to the British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and all persons entering, competing, showing or otherwise taking part in BSPS classes, whether or not members of the BSPS are subject to the rules of the BSPS including the disciplinary procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the BSPS.
1st prize winners in classes 28-31 will qualify for the BSPS Anthony Evans Insurance Champion of Champions.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Leading Rein & First Ridden Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st and 2nd placed competitors from each class. The section champion is expected to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the ridden classes
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 28 to 32 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the pony, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area.
All classes are open to both members and non-members of the B.S.P.S., ponies must be plaited (except native ponies in class 32)
CHAPS registered competitors or those covered by CHAPS rules please refer to the general rules at the beginning of the schedule.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE HEIGHTS CHALLENGE CUP presented by Mr & Mrs JC Montgomery is awarded to the champion of the lead rein & first ridden section.
Entries in these classes are open to all. The following classes are affiliated to the BSPS 28-31 and 33-46 (WHP)This show is affiliated to the British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and all persons entering, competing, showing or otherwise taking part in BSPS classes, whether or not members of the BSPS are subject to the rules of the BSPS including the disciplinary procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the BSPS.
1st prize winners in classes 28-31 will qualify for the BSPS Anthony Evans Insurance Champion of Champions.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Leading Rein & First Ridden Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st and 2nd placed competitors from each class. The section champion is expected to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the ridden classes
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 28 to 32 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the pony, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area.
All classes are open to both members and non-members of the B.S.P.S., ponies must be plaited (except native ponies in class 32)
CHAPS registered competitors or those covered by CHAPS rules please refer to the general rules at the beginning of the schedule.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE HEIGHTS CHALLENGE CUP presented by Mr & Mrs JC Montgomery is awarded to the champion of the lead rein & first ridden section.
Equine Section
Mrs Heather Stirrat (Judge)
RIDDEN SHOW PONY & SHOW HUNTER TYPE
BRITISH SHOW PONY SOCIETY (BSPS) – Affiliation No 1087/26
Entries in these classes are open to all. The following classes are affiliated to the BSPS 28-31 and 33-46 (WHP)This show is affiliated to the British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and all persons entering, competing, showing or otherwise taking part in BSPS classes, whether or not members of the BSPS are subject to the rules of the BSPS including the disciplinary procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the BSPS.
1st prize winners in classes 36-38 will qualify for the BSPS Anthony Evans Insurance Champion of Champions.
Classes are open to members & non-members of the BSPS, ALL ponies must be plaited.
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 33 to 38 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Ridden Show Pony & Show Hunter Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the supreme ridden championship at the conclusion of the ridden classes
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE MAUREEN CREIGHTON CHALLENGE CUP presented by M Creighton is awarded to the Champion of the Ridden Show Pony & Show Hunter Type section.
Entries in these classes are open to all. The following classes are affiliated to the BSPS 28-31 and 33-46 (WHP)This show is affiliated to the British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and all persons entering, competing, showing or otherwise taking part in BSPS classes, whether or not members of the BSPS are subject to the rules of the BSPS including the disciplinary procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the BSPS.
1st prize winners in classes 36-38 will qualify for the BSPS Anthony Evans Insurance Champion of Champions.
Classes are open to members & non-members of the BSPS, ALL ponies must be plaited.
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 33 to 38 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Ridden Show Pony & Show Hunter Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the supreme ridden championship at the conclusion of the ridden classes
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE MAUREEN CREIGHTON CHALLENGE CUP presented by M Creighton is awarded to the Champion of the Ridden Show Pony & Show Hunter Type section.
Kindly Sponsored By: Hay Up Haylage
Family run business producing quality tested, weed-free hay and haylage.
Equine Section
Mrs Heather Stirrat (Judge)
WORKING HUNTER AFFILIATED SECTION
BRITISH SHOW PONY SOCIETY (BSPS) – Affiliation No 1087/26
Entries in these classes are open to all. The following classes are affiliated to the BSPS 28-31 and 33-46 (WHP)This show is affiliated to the British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and all persons entering, competing, showing or otherwise taking part in BSPS classes, whether or not members of the BSPS are subject to the rules of the BSPS including the disciplinary procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the BSPS.
In classes 39 to 46 - Body Protectors MUST be worn when competing in B.S.P.S. WHP and WH classes including the practice ring. Baton whips only in BSPS WSP/WHP classes.
SEE B.S.P.S. RULE BOOK FOR FENCE HEIGHTS WHERE NOT STATED
In the mixed height classes Competitors must declare to the steward on the gate which section they are jumping in AT THE START OF THE CLASS
Course Builder: Paul Chester
Entries in these classes are open to all. The following classes are affiliated to the BSPS 28-31 and 33-46 (WHP)This show is affiliated to the British Show Pony Society (BSPS) and all persons entering, competing, showing or otherwise taking part in BSPS classes, whether or not members of the BSPS are subject to the rules of the BSPS including the disciplinary procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the BSPS.
In classes 39 to 46 - Body Protectors MUST be worn when competing in B.S.P.S. WHP and WH classes including the practice ring. Baton whips only in BSPS WSP/WHP classes.
SEE B.S.P.S. RULE BOOK FOR FENCE HEIGHTS WHERE NOT STATED
In the mixed height classes Competitors must declare to the steward on the gate which section they are jumping in AT THE START OF THE CLASS
Course Builder: Paul Chester
Equine Section
Mrs Clare McCullagh (Judge), Mrs Alicia Hay (Judge)
B.S.P.S MINI WORKERS STAKES
Body Protectors MUST be worn when competing in B.S.P.S. WHP and WH classes including the practice ring. Baton whips only in BSPS WSP/WHP classes.
SEE B.S.P.S. RULE BOOK FOR FENCE HEIGHTS WHERE NOT STATED
In the mixed height classes Competitors must declare to the steward on the gate which section they are jumping in AT THE START OF THE CLASS
1st prize winners in classes 45 and 46 will qualify for the BSPS Anthony Evans Insurance Champion of Champions.
Course Builder: TBC
SEE B.S.P.S. RULE BOOK FOR FENCE HEIGHTS WHERE NOT STATED
In the mixed height classes Competitors must declare to the steward on the gate which section they are jumping in AT THE START OF THE CLASS
1st prize winners in classes 45 and 46 will qualify for the BSPS Anthony Evans Insurance Champion of Champions.
Course Builder: TBC
Equine Section
Mrs Clare McCullagh (Judge), Mrs Alicia Hay (Judge)
UNAFFILIATED WORKING HUNTER SECTION
These classes will be judged after the BSPS Summer Stakes and Open Classes - please refer to timetable.
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY UNAFFILATED WORKING HUNTER CHAMPIONSHIPS
1st & 2nd PRIZE WINNERS FROM CLASSES 47-49
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Supreme Working Hunter Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A champion & reserve champion will be judged from the champion mini, the champion affiliated, the best worker in Cumberland and the unaffiliated section champion. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE ROYAL SOVEREIGN TROPHY presented by the Richardson Family is awarded to the winner of Class 49 unaffiliated mixed height working hunter horse.
THE WANNOP TROPHY is presented to the winner of Class 47 Best working hunter in Cumberland.
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY UNAFFILATED WORKING HUNTER CHAMPIONSHIPS
1st & 2nd PRIZE WINNERS FROM CLASSES 47-49
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Supreme Working Hunter Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A champion & reserve champion will be judged from the champion mini, the champion affiliated, the best worker in Cumberland and the unaffiliated section champion. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE ROYAL SOVEREIGN TROPHY presented by the Richardson Family is awarded to the winner of Class 49 unaffiliated mixed height working hunter horse.
THE WANNOP TROPHY is presented to the winner of Class 47 Best working hunter in Cumberland.
Kindly Sponsored By: Aspatria Farmers Ltd
Farmer owned agricultural co-operative
Equine Section
Mrs Clare McCullagh (Judge), Mrs Alicia Hay (Judge)
FORMER RACEHORSES
RoR CLASSES 50, 51 & 53 – entrants must be competition registered with RoR
Retraining of Racehorses (RoR)
Tattersalls RoR NOVICE Ridden Show Series Qualifier 2026
Thoroughbred mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, any height, must have raced in GB and have current RoR Competition Membership. Riders must be 15 years or over on the 1st January 2026. Horses will be ridden by the Judge and will be stripped for conformation assessment. Horses to be ridden in a snaffle, pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavesson noseband. Horses should be plaited.
All those entering and/or participating in RoR classes agree to be bound by the Retraining of Racehorses Rules and Regulations from time to time in force.
Competitors/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.
Racing injuries and blemishes are NOT ignored in this series
The first three go forward to the Final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships Aintree, August 22nd, 2026.
Prizes – RoR rosettes 1st –4th plus Tattersalls RoR official merchandise voucher 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10
To take part in this class, horses must NOT have won: a ridden open class under any affiliated showing society including (inc SEIB/HOYS, BSHA, SHB(GB) BSPS, BSPA, Tattersalls RoR Open /Amateur Ridden Show Series Qualifier, TARRA Ridden, or any other open class except Tattersalls RoR Challenge Show Series, other Working Hunter type classes or RoR In Hand classes. Unaffiliated Show wins are not considered.
Horses may remain in the Tattersalls RoR Novice Ridden Show Series (Formerly RoR Jockey Club Novice Show Series) classes until they have won three Tattersalls RoR Novice Show Series Qualifiers. They are de-noviced on their third novice win or at midnight on the day they win an open class, whichever happens first. They are still eligible to compete in the Tattersalls RoR Novice Final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships.
Tattersalls RoR Scottish Open Show Series Qualifier 2027
Thoroughbred mare or gelding, 4years old or over, any height.
Riders must be 15 years or over on the 1st of January 2026.
Horses should be ridden in a snaffle, pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavesson noseband. Horses should be plaited.
All entries MUST have current RoR competition registration and have RACED in GB. There will be a prize for the highest placed veteran 15 years or over. The class will run under the rules of RoR. Horses to be ridden by the judge. 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’
Competitors/handlers/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.
Racing injuries and blemishes will NOT be ignored in this series
The first three go forward to the Series Final at the Royal Highland Show June 2027. If the first three are already qualified, the qualification will go down the line to fourth.
Prizes – RoR rosettes 1st –4th plus Tattersalls RoR official merchandise voucher 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10, Highest placed Veteran (15+) £10.
The winner also qualifies for the Tattersalls RoR Open Ridden Show Series Special at the Jockey Club RoR National Championships on August 22nd, 2026. The Highest Placed Veteran qualifies for the RoR Ridden Veteran Final on the same day.
HCR Classes 52 & 54 – entrants do not need to be registered with HCR to compete
Horse & Country Racing (HCR) series is open to Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds who have raced, trained or been bred to race. Racing injuries will be ignored providing the horse is sound. Riders must be 14 years plus, ridden horses must be 4 years plus and veterans are 12 years plus. Judges will not ride and you will not be asked to gallop as a ride but maybe asked to gallop in your individual show.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Former Racehorse Champions In hand & ridden are eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championships judged at the conclusion of the respective rings.
SPECIAL PRIZES
CARLISLE RACECOURSE TROPHY presented by Carlisle Racecourse is awarded to the Champion Former Racehorse
Retraining of Racehorses (RoR)
Tattersalls RoR NOVICE Ridden Show Series Qualifier 2026
Thoroughbred mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, any height, must have raced in GB and have current RoR Competition Membership. Riders must be 15 years or over on the 1st January 2026. Horses will be ridden by the Judge and will be stripped for conformation assessment. Horses to be ridden in a snaffle, pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavesson noseband. Horses should be plaited.
All those entering and/or participating in RoR classes agree to be bound by the Retraining of Racehorses Rules and Regulations from time to time in force.
Competitors/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.
Racing injuries and blemishes are NOT ignored in this series
The first three go forward to the Final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships Aintree, August 22nd, 2026.
Prizes – RoR rosettes 1st –4th plus Tattersalls RoR official merchandise voucher 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10
To take part in this class, horses must NOT have won: a ridden open class under any affiliated showing society including (inc SEIB/HOYS, BSHA, SHB(GB) BSPS, BSPA, Tattersalls RoR Open /Amateur Ridden Show Series Qualifier, TARRA Ridden, or any other open class except Tattersalls RoR Challenge Show Series, other Working Hunter type classes or RoR In Hand classes. Unaffiliated Show wins are not considered.
Horses may remain in the Tattersalls RoR Novice Ridden Show Series (Formerly RoR Jockey Club Novice Show Series) classes until they have won three Tattersalls RoR Novice Show Series Qualifiers. They are de-noviced on their third novice win or at midnight on the day they win an open class, whichever happens first. They are still eligible to compete in the Tattersalls RoR Novice Final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships.
Tattersalls RoR Scottish Open Show Series Qualifier 2027
Thoroughbred mare or gelding, 4years old or over, any height.
Riders must be 15 years or over on the 1st of January 2026.
Horses should be ridden in a snaffle, pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavesson noseband. Horses should be plaited.
All entries MUST have current RoR competition registration and have RACED in GB. There will be a prize for the highest placed veteran 15 years or over. The class will run under the rules of RoR. Horses to be ridden by the judge. 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’
Competitors/handlers/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.
Racing injuries and blemishes will NOT be ignored in this series
The first three go forward to the Series Final at the Royal Highland Show June 2027. If the first three are already qualified, the qualification will go down the line to fourth.
Prizes – RoR rosettes 1st –4th plus Tattersalls RoR official merchandise voucher 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10, Highest placed Veteran (15+) £10.
The winner also qualifies for the Tattersalls RoR Open Ridden Show Series Special at the Jockey Club RoR National Championships on August 22nd, 2026. The Highest Placed Veteran qualifies for the RoR Ridden Veteran Final on the same day.
HCR Classes 52 & 54 – entrants do not need to be registered with HCR to compete
Horse & Country Racing (HCR) series is open to Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds who have raced, trained or been bred to race. Racing injuries will be ignored providing the horse is sound. Riders must be 14 years plus, ridden horses must be 4 years plus and veterans are 12 years plus. Judges will not ride and you will not be asked to gallop as a ride but maybe asked to gallop in your individual show.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Former Racehorse Champions In hand & ridden are eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championships judged at the conclusion of the respective rings.
SPECIAL PRIZES
CARLISLE RACECOURSE TROPHY presented by Carlisle Racecourse is awarded to the Champion Former Racehorse
Kindly Sponsored By: Brown Dyke Stables & Carlisle Racecourse
Holiday Cottage, Scaleby
Equine Section
ARABS INC. PART BRED ARABS & ANGLO ARABS
The Arab Horse Society awards rosettes to all Class Winners and Best Geldings Pure Bred Classes. Classes 57 & 58 are qualifiers for the NPS/FAULCONBRIDGE Part Bred In Hand National Championship. Class 60 is a qualifier for the NPS/FAULCONBRIDGE Part Bred Ridden National Championship.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Arab Champions Pure & Part Bred Champions Ridden and In Hand are expected to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship judged at the conclusion of the respective rings
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE LYNEFOOT CUP is awarded for the Champion Pure Bred Arab.
THE CASTLETOWN CHALLENGE CUP presented by Mrs Rowcliffe is awarded for the In-hand Champion Part Bred Arab or Anglo Arab.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Arab Champions Pure & Part Bred Champions Ridden and In Hand are expected to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship judged at the conclusion of the respective rings
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE LYNEFOOT CUP is awarded for the Champion Pure Bred Arab.
THE CASTLETOWN CHALLENGE CUP presented by Mrs Rowcliffe is awarded for the In-hand Champion Part Bred Arab or Anglo Arab.
Equine Section
Miss Liz Needham (Judge)
SHETLAND PONIES
This show is affiliated to SPSBS, NPS & SSPC for Shetland pony classes. Please note the following information.
Classes must be confined to SPS-BS registered ponies. Ponies must be named on the entry form and in the catalogue if one is produced. Society rosettes must only be given to ponies registered with the Society or to foals eligible for registration.
Three-year-old fillies with foals at foot may not be shown. All foals must be a minimum of three weeks old on the day of the Show.
To enter a stallion in ANY class (in-hand or performance) at an affiliated show, entire males aged 4 years old and over must have an “S” number and have been successfully through either the SPS-BS Stallion assessment prior to 2006 or the current SPS-BS Voluntary Veterinary Examination. Ridden stallions MUST display a stallion bridle badge. In hand colts/stallions of two years old or over must be shown bitted and are advised to display a colt or stallion bridle badge, these are available to purchase from the SPS-BS.
There must be no colts or stallions in Young Handlers classes. Young Handlers must be a minimum of 3 years of age on the day of the show. Children under 14 years old may not show colts (excluding foals) or Stallions in In-hand classes.
Children aged under 12 years old on the day of their class may not show a stallion in ridden classes. In the interests of safety, hard hats conforming to current British Safety standards must be worn, correctly secured, by all handlers aged 14 years or under in In-hand classes. For Health & Safety purposes judges and exhibitors must remain standing whilst in the ring when showing ponies. KNEELING IS NOT PERMITTED. Hard hats conforming to current British Safety standards must be
NPS Classes 67 - 76 (excluding foals) are qualifiers for the NPS/Absorbine M&M In Hand Championship.
The Champion Shetland pony may go forward to the NPS/Blackertor & Sharptor Stud Mountain and Moorland In Hand Silver Medal Championship to be judged in the Native Pony provided the Shetland Championship has completed in time.
Shetland Pony Stud Book Society Rosettes for Champion and Reserve, Junior Champion and Reserve, Best Foal, Best Gelding in both Standard and Miniature sections.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Shetland Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The section champion is eligible to compete in the In Hand supreme judged at the completion of the In hand classes.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE HARTSIDE TROPHY presented by the Lowthian Family is awarded to the Champion Standard Shetland.
THE CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by Mrs E Kirkpatrick is awarded to the Champion Miniature Shetland.
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the best Stallion in the Shetland Ponies Section.
THE ALLENGROVE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by the Nicholson Family is awarded to the Champion Standard Shetland Brood Mare.
THE ALLENGROVE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by the Nicholson Family is awarded to the Champion Standard Shetland Foal.
THE BORDER RIO PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by The Late Mrs G S Forsyth is awarded to the Miniature Shetland Junior Champion.
THE BORDER RIO CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by The Late Mrs G S Forsyth is awarded to the Champion Miniature Shetland Foal.
Classes must be confined to SPS-BS registered ponies. Ponies must be named on the entry form and in the catalogue if one is produced. Society rosettes must only be given to ponies registered with the Society or to foals eligible for registration.
Three-year-old fillies with foals at foot may not be shown. All foals must be a minimum of three weeks old on the day of the Show.
To enter a stallion in ANY class (in-hand or performance) at an affiliated show, entire males aged 4 years old and over must have an “S” number and have been successfully through either the SPS-BS Stallion assessment prior to 2006 or the current SPS-BS Voluntary Veterinary Examination. Ridden stallions MUST display a stallion bridle badge. In hand colts/stallions of two years old or over must be shown bitted and are advised to display a colt or stallion bridle badge, these are available to purchase from the SPS-BS.
There must be no colts or stallions in Young Handlers classes. Young Handlers must be a minimum of 3 years of age on the day of the show. Children under 14 years old may not show colts (excluding foals) or Stallions in In-hand classes.
Children aged under 12 years old on the day of their class may not show a stallion in ridden classes. In the interests of safety, hard hats conforming to current British Safety standards must be worn, correctly secured, by all handlers aged 14 years or under in In-hand classes. For Health & Safety purposes judges and exhibitors must remain standing whilst in the ring when showing ponies. KNEELING IS NOT PERMITTED. Hard hats conforming to current British Safety standards must be
NPS Classes 67 - 76 (excluding foals) are qualifiers for the NPS/Absorbine M&M In Hand Championship.
The Champion Shetland pony may go forward to the NPS/Blackertor & Sharptor Stud Mountain and Moorland In Hand Silver Medal Championship to be judged in the Native Pony provided the Shetland Championship has completed in time.
Shetland Pony Stud Book Society Rosettes for Champion and Reserve, Junior Champion and Reserve, Best Foal, Best Gelding in both Standard and Miniature sections.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Shetland Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The section champion is eligible to compete in the In Hand supreme judged at the completion of the In hand classes.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE HARTSIDE TROPHY presented by the Lowthian Family is awarded to the Champion Standard Shetland.
THE CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by Mrs E Kirkpatrick is awarded to the Champion Miniature Shetland.
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded to the best Stallion in the Shetland Ponies Section.
THE ALLENGROVE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by the Nicholson Family is awarded to the Champion Standard Shetland Brood Mare.
THE ALLENGROVE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by the Nicholson Family is awarded to the Champion Standard Shetland Foal.
THE BORDER RIO PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by The Late Mrs G S Forsyth is awarded to the Miniature Shetland Junior Champion.
THE BORDER RIO CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by The Late Mrs G S Forsyth is awarded to the Champion Miniature Shetland Foal.
Equine Section
Mrs Joy Barugh (Judge)
FELL PONIES
The Cumberland Show is affiliated to the NPS & FPS for Fell Pony classes. All Fell Pony Exhibits must be entered in the main section of the stud book. Fell Pony Society Special Rosettes will be awarded to the Champion In-hand and ridden Fell Ponies. Winning ponies must be owned by members of the Fell Pony Society. Membership cards must be produced in the ring.
Classes 77 - 82 (excluding foals are qualifiers for the NPS/Absorbine M&M In Hand National Championship.
The Champion In hand Fell pony to go forward to the NPS/Blackertor & Sharptor Stud Mountain and Moorland In Hand Silver Medal Championship to be judged in the Native Pony Ring provided the Fell Championship has completed in time.
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 83 & 84 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area1
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Fell Pony Champions In Hand & Ridden are eligible to compete in the relevant supreme
SPECIAL PRIZES
DAVID ALLEN TROPHY kindly presented by David Allen to the Champion Fell Pony
DAVID ALLEN SASH kindly presented by David Allen to the Champion Fell Pony
THE SILVER CHALLENGE SALVER presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded for the Champion Fell Pony.
Classes 77 - 82 (excluding foals are qualifiers for the NPS/Absorbine M&M In Hand National Championship.
The Champion In hand Fell pony to go forward to the NPS/Blackertor & Sharptor Stud Mountain and Moorland In Hand Silver Medal Championship to be judged in the Native Pony Ring provided the Fell Championship has completed in time.
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 83 & 84 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area1
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Fell Pony Champions In Hand & Ridden are eligible to compete in the relevant supreme
SPECIAL PRIZES
DAVID ALLEN TROPHY kindly presented by David Allen to the Champion Fell Pony
DAVID ALLEN SASH kindly presented by David Allen to the Champion Fell Pony
THE SILVER CHALLENGE SALVER presented by The Cumberland Agricultural Society is awarded for the Champion Fell Pony.
Equine Section
Mrs Ruth Eastwood (Judge)
NATIVE PONIES IN HAND
National Pony Society (NPS) – Affiliation No S5.121
This show is affiliated to the NPS – entrants do not need to be members of the NPS to compete. The following classes are affiliated to NPS (Part bred Arab) (Shetland Ponies), (Fell Ponies), (IH and Ridden M & M’s), and (Show Ponies and Show Hunter Ponies).
NPS Qualifying Rounds: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. Ponies must be registered in any of the British Riding Pony studbook sections or the Ridden Register; the GSB; the AHSB; the AASB, or registered in the main body of their respective M&M Stud Book. Part breds are not eligible unless overstamped into one of the British Riding Pony studbook sections. or the Ridden Register. Qualifying rounds for most NPS competitions are open to ponies owned by NPS members and non members but only ponies owned by adult NPS Qualifying or Life members are eligible to qualify for the final of the competition at the NPS Summer Championship Show at Malvern from 4th – 6th August 2026. The highest placed pony, if owned by an NPS member, in each class will qualify for the final. Qualification may pass down to third place if the first and second ponies are already qualified.
NPS/WTJ Insurance Brokers Ltd Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies, if owned by NPS members, are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show. The Owner’s Membership cards MUST be produced in the ring when requested or the qualification will be forfeit.
NPS Silver Medal Rosette Championships: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. NPS Silver Medal Rosettes are only awarded when the owner of the champion pony is a Qualifying or Life member of the NPS. A valid membership card must be in the rider’s/handler’s possession on entering the ring and be produced immediately on request by either the judge or the steward. If the owner of the Champion pony is not a member, or the owner’s membership card is not immediately produced, the rosette may be awarded to the Reserve Champion provided they have the required membership card. If the Champion pony has previously qualified it is still entitled to the Silver Medal Rosette, but the qualification card goes to the Reserve Champion pony, provided the owner of that pony is a member of the NPS. The Silver Medal Rosette and the qualification card can be awarded no lower than first Reserve (third). Foals are not eligible for Silver Medal Championships.
The highest placed ponies from each breed in Classes 85 - 89 are eligible for: -
THE BRITISH CONNEMARA PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE DALES PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE DARTMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE EXMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE HIGHLAND PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best In-Hand
THE NEW FOREST PONY & CATTLE SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
Membership cards must be produced in the ring.
The NPS/ABSORBINE M & M In Hand Summer Championship
Classes 85 – 89 excluding foals are qualifiers for the final. The highest placed pony owned by an NPS member – qualification goes no lower than third place.
The NPS/MOLE VALLEY FARMERS M&M Home Produced in Hand National Championship
Small Breeds Championship classes 85 & 88
Large Breeds Championship classes 86 & 89
These classes are open to pure bred registered M&M ponies. Please see NPS Rule Book, Sec A, 3.6. Please enter this class in the spirit it is intended. Competitors who contravene the above will be disqualified.
The NPS/BLACKERTOR & SHARPTOR STUDS M&M In Hand Silver Medal Rosette Championship
A Silver Medal Rosette is offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying or Life member in the M&M In Hand section. The Sponsor’s Rosette is also awarded to the pony receiving the qualification. Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the medal and/or the qualification. Champion only from Native Pony classes (excluding foals) 81-85, Fell Pony classes 78–83 & Shetland Pony classes 63-72 provided the Fell & Shetland sections have completed in time. NPS M & M Breed Champions Prelim Round Qualifier for the Great British in Hand Show 13th September 2026, Vale View Equestrian, Melton Mowbray.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society In Hand Native Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors in each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of all the in hand rings.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society In Hand Native Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors in each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the Supreme In hand Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of all the in hand rings
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by the Cumberland Agricultural Society to the Native Pony in Hand Champion.
This show is affiliated to the NPS – entrants do not need to be members of the NPS to compete. The following classes are affiliated to NPS (Part bred Arab) (Shetland Ponies), (Fell Ponies), (IH and Ridden M & M’s), and (Show Ponies and Show Hunter Ponies).
NPS Qualifying Rounds: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. Ponies must be registered in any of the British Riding Pony studbook sections or the Ridden Register; the GSB; the AHSB; the AASB, or registered in the main body of their respective M&M Stud Book. Part breds are not eligible unless overstamped into one of the British Riding Pony studbook sections. or the Ridden Register. Qualifying rounds for most NPS competitions are open to ponies owned by NPS members and non members but only ponies owned by adult NPS Qualifying or Life members are eligible to qualify for the final of the competition at the NPS Summer Championship Show at Malvern from 4th – 6th August 2026. The highest placed pony, if owned by an NPS member, in each class will qualify for the final. Qualification may pass down to third place if the first and second ponies are already qualified.
NPS/WTJ Insurance Brokers Ltd Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies, if owned by NPS members, are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show. The Owner’s Membership cards MUST be produced in the ring when requested or the qualification will be forfeit.
NPS Silver Medal Rosette Championships: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. NPS Silver Medal Rosettes are only awarded when the owner of the champion pony is a Qualifying or Life member of the NPS. A valid membership card must be in the rider’s/handler’s possession on entering the ring and be produced immediately on request by either the judge or the steward. If the owner of the Champion pony is not a member, or the owner’s membership card is not immediately produced, the rosette may be awarded to the Reserve Champion provided they have the required membership card. If the Champion pony has previously qualified it is still entitled to the Silver Medal Rosette, but the qualification card goes to the Reserve Champion pony, provided the owner of that pony is a member of the NPS. The Silver Medal Rosette and the qualification card can be awarded no lower than first Reserve (third). Foals are not eligible for Silver Medal Championships.
The highest placed ponies from each breed in Classes 85 - 89 are eligible for: -
THE BRITISH CONNEMARA PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE DALES PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE DARTMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE EXMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
THE HIGHLAND PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best In-Hand
THE NEW FOREST PONY & CATTLE SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best in Hand
Membership cards must be produced in the ring.
The NPS/ABSORBINE M & M In Hand Summer Championship
Classes 85 – 89 excluding foals are qualifiers for the final. The highest placed pony owned by an NPS member – qualification goes no lower than third place.
The NPS/MOLE VALLEY FARMERS M&M Home Produced in Hand National Championship
Small Breeds Championship classes 85 & 88
Large Breeds Championship classes 86 & 89
These classes are open to pure bred registered M&M ponies. Please see NPS Rule Book, Sec A, 3.6. Please enter this class in the spirit it is intended. Competitors who contravene the above will be disqualified.
The NPS/BLACKERTOR & SHARPTOR STUDS M&M In Hand Silver Medal Rosette Championship
A Silver Medal Rosette is offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying or Life member in the M&M In Hand section. The Sponsor’s Rosette is also awarded to the pony receiving the qualification. Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the medal and/or the qualification. Champion only from Native Pony classes (excluding foals) 81-85, Fell Pony classes 78–83 & Shetland Pony classes 63-72 provided the Fell & Shetland sections have completed in time. NPS M & M Breed Champions Prelim Round Qualifier for the Great British in Hand Show 13th September 2026, Vale View Equestrian, Melton Mowbray.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society In Hand Native Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors in each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of all the in hand rings.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society In Hand Native Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors in each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the Supreme In hand Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of all the in hand rings
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY CUP presented by the Cumberland Agricultural Society to the Native Pony in Hand Champion.
Equine Section
Mr Robin Avery (Judge)
NATIVE PONIES RIDDEN
National Pony Society (NPS) – Affiliation No S5.121
This show is affiliated to the NPS – entrants do not need to be members of the NPS to compete. The following classes are affiliated to NPS (Part bred Arab) (Shetland Ponies), (Fell Ponies), (IH and Ridden M & M’s), and (Show Ponies and Show Hunter Ponies).
NPS Qualifying Rounds: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. Ponies must be registered in any of the British Riding Pony studbook sections or the Ridden Register; the GSB; the AHSB; the AASB, or registered in the main body of their respective M&M Stud Book. Part breds are not eligible unless overstamped into one of the British Riding Pony studbook sections. or the Ridden Register. Qualifying rounds for most NPS competitions are open to ponies owned by NPS members and non members but only ponies owned by adult NPS Qualifying or Life members are eligible to qualify for the final of the competition at the NPS Summer Championship Show at Malvern from 4th – 6th August 2026. The highest placed pony, if owned by an NPS member, in each class will qualify for the final. Qualification may pass down to third place if the first and second ponies are already qualified.
NPS/WTJ Insurance Brokers Ltd Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies, if owned by NPS members, are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show. The Owner’s Membership cards MUST be produced in the ring when requested or the qualification will be forfeit.
NPS Silver Medal Rosette Championships: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. NPS Silver Medal Rosettes are only awarded when the owner of the champion pony is a Qualifying or Life member of the NPS. A valid membership card must be in the rider’s/handler’s possession on entering the ring and be produced immediately on request by either the judge or the steward. If the owner of the Champion pony is not a member, or the owner’s membership card is not immediately produced, the rosette may be awarded to the Reserve Champion provided they have the required membership card. If the Champion pony has previously qualified it is still entitled to the Silver Medal Rosette, but the qualification card goes to the Reserve Champion pony, provided the owner of that pony is a member of the NPS. The Silver Medal Rosette and the qualification card can be awarded no lower than first Reserve (third). Foals are not eligible for Silver Medal Championships.
The highest placed ponies from each breed in Classes 92 - 93 are eligible for: -
THE BRITISH CONNEMARA PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE DALES PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE DARTMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Ridden
THE EXMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE HIGHLAND PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE NEW FOREST PONY & CATTLE SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE SHETLAND PONY STUDBOOK SOCIETY Special Rosette for Best Ridden
Membership cards must be produced in the ring.
The NPS/NIPNA DALES PONY STUD M&M Ridden Silver Medal Rosette Championship
A Silver Medal Rosette is offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying or Life member in the M&M Ridden section (excluding Leading Rein, First Ridden & WHP). Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the medal and/or the qualification.
A pony can only attend one M&M Ridden Silver Medal Rosette Championship final in a season either at NPS Summer Championships at Malvern or at NPS Scotland Championships at Scone Palace. A pony may only take the qualification for the Silver Medal Final once in a season.
Classes 90 - 93 are eligible for the NPS/WTJ Insurance Brokers Ltd Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show.
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 90 – 93 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Ridden Native Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the ridden classes
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CASSIE CHALLENGE CUP presented by The Nicholson Family to the Native Pony Ridden Champion.
This show is affiliated to the NPS – entrants do not need to be members of the NPS to compete. The following classes are affiliated to NPS (Part bred Arab) (Shetland Ponies), (Fell Ponies), (IH and Ridden M & M’s), and (Show Ponies and Show Hunter Ponies).
NPS Qualifying Rounds: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. Ponies must be registered in any of the British Riding Pony studbook sections or the Ridden Register; the GSB; the AHSB; the AASB, or registered in the main body of their respective M&M Stud Book. Part breds are not eligible unless overstamped into one of the British Riding Pony studbook sections. or the Ridden Register. Qualifying rounds for most NPS competitions are open to ponies owned by NPS members and non members but only ponies owned by adult NPS Qualifying or Life members are eligible to qualify for the final of the competition at the NPS Summer Championship Show at Malvern from 4th – 6th August 2026. The highest placed pony, if owned by an NPS member, in each class will qualify for the final. Qualification may pass down to third place if the first and second ponies are already qualified.
NPS/WTJ Insurance Brokers Ltd Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies, if owned by NPS members, are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show. The Owner’s Membership cards MUST be produced in the ring when requested or the qualification will be forfeit.
NPS Silver Medal Rosette Championships: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. NPS Silver Medal Rosettes are only awarded when the owner of the champion pony is a Qualifying or Life member of the NPS. A valid membership card must be in the rider’s/handler’s possession on entering the ring and be produced immediately on request by either the judge or the steward. If the owner of the Champion pony is not a member, or the owner’s membership card is not immediately produced, the rosette may be awarded to the Reserve Champion provided they have the required membership card. If the Champion pony has previously qualified it is still entitled to the Silver Medal Rosette, but the qualification card goes to the Reserve Champion pony, provided the owner of that pony is a member of the NPS. The Silver Medal Rosette and the qualification card can be awarded no lower than first Reserve (third). Foals are not eligible for Silver Medal Championships.
The highest placed ponies from each breed in Classes 92 - 93 are eligible for: -
THE BRITISH CONNEMARA PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE DALES PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE DARTMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Ridden
THE EXMOOR PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE HIGHLAND PONY SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE NEW FOREST PONY & CATTLE SOCIETY Special Rosettes for Best Ridden
THE SHETLAND PONY STUDBOOK SOCIETY Special Rosette for Best Ridden
Membership cards must be produced in the ring.
The NPS/NIPNA DALES PONY STUD M&M Ridden Silver Medal Rosette Championship
A Silver Medal Rosette is offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying or Life member in the M&M Ridden section (excluding Leading Rein, First Ridden & WHP). Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the medal and/or the qualification.
A pony can only attend one M&M Ridden Silver Medal Rosette Championship final in a season either at NPS Summer Championships at Malvern or at NPS Scotland Championships at Scone Palace. A pony may only take the qualification for the Silver Medal Final once in a season.
Classes 90 - 93 are eligible for the NPS/WTJ Insurance Brokers Ltd Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show.
Ponies placed 1st to 4th in classes 90 – 93 automatically qualify for class 128 ‘Best Ridden Pony in Cumberland’ providing the horse, rider and owner reside in the CA postcode area
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Ridden Native Pony Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve Champion will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. The Section Champion is eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the ridden classes
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CASSIE CHALLENGE CUP presented by The Nicholson Family to the Native Pony Ridden Champion.
Equine Section
Mr Robin Avery (Judge)
DONKEYS
This section will be run under Donkey Breed Society Rules.
The Donkey Breed Society offers Special Rosettes to the Best Local Donkey (to a DBS member within a 25 mile radius of the show ground) Best Gelding, Best Foal, Best Yearling, Best 2 year old, young handler, also Best Veteran to be awarded in class 94.
The In Hand Champion Donkey (1st & 2nd classes of 95 to 97) at this show automatically qualifies for the relevant Championship at The Donkey Breed Society Annual Championship Show, to be held August 2026, provided it is owned by a fully paid up member of the DBS. A donkey may win more than one championship at shows but will qualify only once for the DBS Championship Show. Where the in hand Champion donkey has previously qualified, the Reserve Champion donkey will be deemed the qualifier. If the Reserve Champion has also previously qualified, the judge will select another donkey from the In hand Championship line up as the qualifier for the DBS Annual Supreme Championship Show.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Donkey Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. In hand champion are eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the relevant rings.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY NEWALL SALVER presented by The Late Mrs Newall is awarded to the Best Donkey Over 10hh.
The Donkey Breed Society offers Special Rosettes to the Best Local Donkey (to a DBS member within a 25 mile radius of the show ground) Best Gelding, Best Foal, Best Yearling, Best 2 year old, young handler, also Best Veteran to be awarded in class 94.
The In Hand Champion Donkey (1st & 2nd classes of 95 to 97) at this show automatically qualifies for the relevant Championship at The Donkey Breed Society Annual Championship Show, to be held August 2026, provided it is owned by a fully paid up member of the DBS. A donkey may win more than one championship at shows but will qualify only once for the DBS Championship Show. Where the in hand Champion donkey has previously qualified, the Reserve Champion donkey will be deemed the qualifier. If the Reserve Champion has also previously qualified, the judge will select another donkey from the In hand Championship line up as the qualifier for the DBS Annual Supreme Championship Show.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Donkey Championship will be judged at the end of this section. A Champion and Reserve will be judged from the 1st & 2nd placed competitors from each class. Judging will commence immediately following the end of the final class. In hand champion are eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the relevant rings.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY NEWALL SALVER presented by The Late Mrs Newall is awarded to the Best Donkey Over 10hh.
Equine Section
Mrs Sheila Dinsdale (Judge)
COLOURED HORSES
This show is affiliated to The Coloured Horse & Pony Society (UK). Affiliation No 26-101
Both owner and the rider/exhibitor need not be a member of CHAPS (UK) nor must the horse or pony be registered with CHAPS (UK) to compete. However in order to Qualify both Owner and Rider/Exhibitor need to be a current showing member and present their valid Qualifier card IN THE RING for signing by the judge. Members to apply in writing to CHAPS (UK) for appropriate qualifier card. The CHAPS (UK) Championship Show will be held on 20th to 22nd August 2026. The following classes are CHAPS (UK) Qualifiers (Classes). (CHAPS registered animals in classes, Sport Horse class and in the Veteran section classes may also qualify.
For full rulings and information on competition/qualification, please refer to the CHAPS (UK) Members ’Handbook; or visit www.chapsuk.com for rulings. Only ‘coloured’ horses & ponies (as defined in the current CHAPS UK members ’ handbook) may compete these classes.
All stallions, 4 years old and over entering these classes must be graded with CHAPS (UK). All stallions must wear CHAPS Stallion ID Discs in the ring without exception
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Coloured Horse Champions In Hand & Ridden are eligible to compete in the supreme horse championship judged at the conclusion of the relevant rings.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE HORSEWATCH TROPHY presented by Cumbria Constabulary is awarded to the Champion In-hand Coloured Horse.
THE WHARTON HALL PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by Mrs G Chippendale is awarded to the Champion Ridden Coloured Horse.
Both owner and the rider/exhibitor need not be a member of CHAPS (UK) nor must the horse or pony be registered with CHAPS (UK) to compete. However in order to Qualify both Owner and Rider/Exhibitor need to be a current showing member and present their valid Qualifier card IN THE RING for signing by the judge. Members to apply in writing to CHAPS (UK) for appropriate qualifier card. The CHAPS (UK) Championship Show will be held on 20th to 22nd August 2026. The following classes are CHAPS (UK) Qualifiers (Classes). (CHAPS registered animals in classes, Sport Horse class and in the Veteran section classes may also qualify.
For full rulings and information on competition/qualification, please refer to the CHAPS (UK) Members ’Handbook; or visit www.chapsuk.com for rulings. Only ‘coloured’ horses & ponies (as defined in the current CHAPS UK members ’ handbook) may compete these classes.
All stallions, 4 years old and over entering these classes must be graded with CHAPS (UK). All stallions must wear CHAPS Stallion ID Discs in the ring without exception
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Coloured Horse Champions In Hand & Ridden are eligible to compete in the supreme horse championship judged at the conclusion of the relevant rings.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE HORSEWATCH TROPHY presented by Cumbria Constabulary is awarded to the Champion In-hand Coloured Horse.
THE WHARTON HALL PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by Mrs G Chippendale is awarded to the Champion Ridden Coloured Horse.
Equine Section
Alison Yates (Judge)
TRADITIONAL GYPSY COBS
TGCA TOYS In Hand and Ridden Classes Affiliation Number TGCA 26/0606/ULT
No known breeding required to enter these classes
TGCA Breed classes are qualifiers for the Best of Breed Finals at the Traditional Gypsy Cob Association's (TGCA) National Breed
Championship Show “TOYS”. Classes are open to all traditional gypsy cobs.
Part Bred classes, are open to all part bred traditional gypsy cobs and are qualifiers for the part bred finals at “TOYS”. The exhibit must have one parent that is pure bred traditional gypsy cob.
Stallions – All stallions (pure or part bred, four years and over) in order to enter any TGCA affiliated class MUST be TGCA registered, have passed TGCA stallion evaluations and their TGCA stallion disc displayed on their bridle. Stallions and colts over the age of two, MUST be shown in a stallion bridle with a metal bit and chain lead as per the current TGCA rulebook.
Current TGCA members must present their Membership card and Qualification card to the judge in the ring for signature. Non-members MUST receive a qualification card from the judge and have 21 days to join the TGCA and register their horse to validate the qualification. Please refer to www.tgca.co.uk for further details including membership, horse registration and showing rules (contained within the members handbook).
Championships
Quest for a Star Championship - TGC - 1st, 2nd and 3rd from the TGCA classes above may go forward to the Quest for a Star Championship (separate Quest Championship for Mini Cobs) as per below rule.
ONLY current TGCA members and horse/pony that is already TGCA registered can exhibit in this championship.
Membership card and Members qualification card (specific to that exhibit) must be presented upon entry into the ring. The Champion and Reserve qualify for the Ultimate Star Championships at TOYS.
Go for Glory Championship - PB -1st, 2nd and 3rd from the TGCA part bred classes may go forward to the Go for Glory Championships. From 31st August 2025 the handler/rider and exhibits need to be TGCA members/registered on the date of the show. The Champion and Reserve qualify for the Crowning Glory Championships at TOYS.TOYS In hand & ridden classes qualifying Classes. No known breeding required to enter these classes. No membership required to enter these classes. TGCA Breed classes are qualifiers for the Best of Breed Finals at the Traditional Gypsy
Cob Association's (TGCA) National Breed Championship Show “TOYS”. Traditional Classes are open to all traditional gypsy cobs and are qualifiers for the Traditional Finals at “TOYS”. Part Bred Classes are open to all part bred traditional gypsy cobs and are qualifiers for the part bred finals at “TOYS”. The exhibit must have one parent that is a traditional gypsy cob. Stallions – All stallions in order to enter any TGCA affiliated class MUST be TGCA registered, have passed TGCA stallion evaluations and their TGCA stallion disc displayed on their bridle. Stallions and colts over the age of two, MUST be shown in a stallion bridle with a metal bit and chain lead as per the current TGCA rulebook. Current TGCA members must present their Membership card and Qualification card to the judge in the ring for signature. Non-members MUST receive a qualification card from the judge and have 21 days to join the TGCA and register their horse to validate the qualification. Please refer to www.tgca.co.uk for further details including membership, horse registration and showing rules (contained within the members handbook).
EXCITING NEWS FOR 2026 – A DEDICATED QUEST CHAMPIONSHIP FOR YOUR MINI COBS 1st, 2nd and 3rd from the TGCA classes above may go forward to the Quest for a Star Championship for Mini Cobs (13 hands and under) as per below rule. ONLY current TGCA members and horse/pony that is already TGCA registered can exhibit in this championship. Membership card and Members qualification card (specific to that exhibit) must be presented upon entry into the ring. The Champion/Reserve qualify for the Quest Ultimate Star Mini Championships.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Traditional Gypsy Cob Champions In hand & ridden are eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the relevant rings.
The Champion TCGA for The Margaret Ogden Sash to be presented in the Main Ring at 2:30pm
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE MARGARET OGDEN MEMORIAL SASH is awarded to the champion Gypsy Cob.
THE HARTSIDE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by the Lowthian Family in memory of L Jackson is awarded Champion Gypsy Cob.
No known breeding required to enter these classes
TGCA Breed classes are qualifiers for the Best of Breed Finals at the Traditional Gypsy Cob Association's (TGCA) National Breed
Championship Show “TOYS”. Classes are open to all traditional gypsy cobs.
Part Bred classes, are open to all part bred traditional gypsy cobs and are qualifiers for the part bred finals at “TOYS”. The exhibit must have one parent that is pure bred traditional gypsy cob.
Stallions – All stallions (pure or part bred, four years and over) in order to enter any TGCA affiliated class MUST be TGCA registered, have passed TGCA stallion evaluations and their TGCA stallion disc displayed on their bridle. Stallions and colts over the age of two, MUST be shown in a stallion bridle with a metal bit and chain lead as per the current TGCA rulebook.
Current TGCA members must present their Membership card and Qualification card to the judge in the ring for signature. Non-members MUST receive a qualification card from the judge and have 21 days to join the TGCA and register their horse to validate the qualification. Please refer to www.tgca.co.uk for further details including membership, horse registration and showing rules (contained within the members handbook).
Championships
Quest for a Star Championship - TGC - 1st, 2nd and 3rd from the TGCA classes above may go forward to the Quest for a Star Championship (separate Quest Championship for Mini Cobs) as per below rule.
ONLY current TGCA members and horse/pony that is already TGCA registered can exhibit in this championship.
Membership card and Members qualification card (specific to that exhibit) must be presented upon entry into the ring. The Champion and Reserve qualify for the Ultimate Star Championships at TOYS.
Go for Glory Championship - PB -1st, 2nd and 3rd from the TGCA part bred classes may go forward to the Go for Glory Championships. From 31st August 2025 the handler/rider and exhibits need to be TGCA members/registered on the date of the show. The Champion and Reserve qualify for the Crowning Glory Championships at TOYS.TOYS In hand & ridden classes qualifying Classes. No known breeding required to enter these classes. No membership required to enter these classes. TGCA Breed classes are qualifiers for the Best of Breed Finals at the Traditional Gypsy
Cob Association's (TGCA) National Breed Championship Show “TOYS”. Traditional Classes are open to all traditional gypsy cobs and are qualifiers for the Traditional Finals at “TOYS”. Part Bred Classes are open to all part bred traditional gypsy cobs and are qualifiers for the part bred finals at “TOYS”. The exhibit must have one parent that is a traditional gypsy cob. Stallions – All stallions in order to enter any TGCA affiliated class MUST be TGCA registered, have passed TGCA stallion evaluations and their TGCA stallion disc displayed on their bridle. Stallions and colts over the age of two, MUST be shown in a stallion bridle with a metal bit and chain lead as per the current TGCA rulebook. Current TGCA members must present their Membership card and Qualification card to the judge in the ring for signature. Non-members MUST receive a qualification card from the judge and have 21 days to join the TGCA and register their horse to validate the qualification. Please refer to www.tgca.co.uk for further details including membership, horse registration and showing rules (contained within the members handbook).
EXCITING NEWS FOR 2026 – A DEDICATED QUEST CHAMPIONSHIP FOR YOUR MINI COBS 1st, 2nd and 3rd from the TGCA classes above may go forward to the Quest for a Star Championship for Mini Cobs (13 hands and under) as per below rule. ONLY current TGCA members and horse/pony that is already TGCA registered can exhibit in this championship. Membership card and Members qualification card (specific to that exhibit) must be presented upon entry into the ring. The Champion/Reserve qualify for the Quest Ultimate Star Mini Championships.
The Cumberland Agricultural Society Traditional Gypsy Cob Champions In hand & ridden are eligible to compete in the Supreme Horse Championship which will be judged at the conclusion of the relevant rings.
The Champion TCGA for The Margaret Ogden Sash to be presented in the Main Ring at 2:30pm
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE MARGARET OGDEN MEMORIAL SASH is awarded to the champion Gypsy Cob.
THE HARTSIDE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by the Lowthian Family in memory of L Jackson is awarded Champion Gypsy Cob.
Equine Section
Mrs Sheila Dinsdale (Judge)
CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
This show is affiliated to the Concours d' Elegance of Great Britain
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 Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th September 2026. If a horse/pony has already qualified, cards may be handed down to 6th place at judge’s discretion. 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
SPECIAL PRIZES
CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW, CONCOUR D’ ELEGANCE SALVA presented by Alison Fligg is awarded to the winner.
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 Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th September 2026. If a horse/pony has already qualified, cards may be handed down to 6th place at judge’s discretion. 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
SPECIAL PRIZES
CUMBERLAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW, CONCOUR D’ ELEGANCE SALVA presented by Alison Fligg is awarded to the winner.
Equine Section
VETERAN HORSES
Veteran Horse Society – AREA QUALIFIER 2026.
First round qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final:
VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2026
Kindly Sponsored by Allen & Page.
Open to members and non-members. All competitors and grooms must adhere to VHS Rules in all circumstances. Failure to do so may result in immediate disqualification. Those wishing to join or renew the Society will need to apply for this before 1st July each year or a late penalty fee of £15 will be charged.
Veteran Horse Society (VHS)
An Area qualifier is the first of the three rounds in the Veteran Horse Society showing series. Competitors placed 1st to 4th at an Area Qualifier are then eligible to enter a Regional Final (second round) providing they become a member.
Competitors then placed 1st or 2nd at a Regional Final gain qualification to the VHS Supreme Final to be held at Arena UK, Lincolnshire on 4th to 6th September 2026.
Open to members and non-members. All competitors and grooms must adhere to VHS Rules in all circumstances. Failure to do so may result in immediate disqualification. Those wishing to join or renew the Society will need to apply for this before 1st April each year or a late penalty fee of £15 will be charged. See VHS website for schedule.
VHS Regional Final qualification. All competitors placed 1st to 4th in each Area Qualifier class will qualify for the corresponding class at VHS Regional Finals. Members must carry their card in the ring at all times and have their showing card signed by the judge as proof of qualification. Non-members will receive a red qualification card which can be exchanged for signed showing card when applying for VHS membership, this MUST be done within 21 days of qualification.
It is the competitors’ responsibility to present their Showing card to the judge.
Regional Finals are open to members only.
All competitors are eligible to enter open classes at the National Veteran Championships, 4th to 6th September 2026. No qualification or membership necessary. See VHS website for schedule which is available mid season in 2026. For further information please visit the VHS website www.veteran-horse-society.co.uk or telephone the VHS Show Office on 01239 881300 or 07789 514004.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE GENTLE BREEZE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by Mr & Mrs Kerry is awarded the Champion Veteran Horse.
First round qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final:
VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2026
Kindly Sponsored by Allen & Page.
Open to members and non-members. All competitors and grooms must adhere to VHS Rules in all circumstances. Failure to do so may result in immediate disqualification. Those wishing to join or renew the Society will need to apply for this before 1st July each year or a late penalty fee of £15 will be charged.
Veteran Horse Society (VHS)
An Area qualifier is the first of the three rounds in the Veteran Horse Society showing series. Competitors placed 1st to 4th at an Area Qualifier are then eligible to enter a Regional Final (second round) providing they become a member.
Competitors then placed 1st or 2nd at a Regional Final gain qualification to the VHS Supreme Final to be held at Arena UK, Lincolnshire on 4th to 6th September 2026.
Open to members and non-members. All competitors and grooms must adhere to VHS Rules in all circumstances. Failure to do so may result in immediate disqualification. Those wishing to join or renew the Society will need to apply for this before 1st April each year or a late penalty fee of £15 will be charged. See VHS website for schedule.
VHS Regional Final qualification. All competitors placed 1st to 4th in each Area Qualifier class will qualify for the corresponding class at VHS Regional Finals. Members must carry their card in the ring at all times and have their showing card signed by the judge as proof of qualification. Non-members will receive a red qualification card which can be exchanged for signed showing card when applying for VHS membership, this MUST be done within 21 days of qualification.
It is the competitors’ responsibility to present their Showing card to the judge.
Regional Finals are open to members only.
All competitors are eligible to enter open classes at the National Veteran Championships, 4th to 6th September 2026. No qualification or membership necessary. See VHS website for schedule which is available mid season in 2026. For further information please visit the VHS website www.veteran-horse-society.co.uk or telephone the VHS Show Office on 01239 881300 or 07789 514004.
SPECIAL PRIZES
THE GENTLE BREEZE PERPETUAL TROPHY presented by Mr & Mrs Kerry is awarded the Champion Veteran Horse.
Equine Section
Mrs Clare Merrigan Martin (Judge)
LONDON INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW BSHA SHOWING SERIES CLASSES
LONDON INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW QUALIFYING CLASSES
LIHS 2026: 17th – 21st December
Competitors and horses must hold a minimum of LIHS Qualifier-Eligible Membership/ Horse Registration with the Association to be eligible to compete in the LIHS BSHA Showing series. Any competitor who qualifies for a LIHS Showing Series Supreme Final, must then complete full LIHS Qualified registration within 14 days of qualification for their qualification to stand, or it will pass to the next eligible exhibit (the nominal cost of Qualifier-Eligible membership will be taken off the cost of Full LIHS registration). Any competitors/ horses which have existing BSHA membership/ registration for 2026 will not be required to complete any LIHS Membership / Registration for these classes.
LIHS RISING STAR CLASSES 2026
Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2026 are separate from BSHA Amateur rules in the main BSHA Rulebook. Please see the separate Rising Star Rulebook in the Rising Star section available on the BSHA website. https://britishshowhorse.org/bsha-rising-stars-series/
If you are in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur status, please contact the BSHA Office directly, to have your status confirmed.
Class/es 121, 122, 123 and 124 qualify for LIHS BSHA Showing Series Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top five to qualify.
A results points table will run for all qualifying classes, and a ‘wild card’ will be awarded to those unqualified with the highest points in each section following the final qualifier.
The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes or at the Finals.
LIHS 2026: 17th – 21st December
Competitors and horses must hold a minimum of LIHS Qualifier-Eligible Membership/ Horse Registration with the Association to be eligible to compete in the LIHS BSHA Showing series. Any competitor who qualifies for a LIHS Showing Series Supreme Final, must then complete full LIHS Qualified registration within 14 days of qualification for their qualification to stand, or it will pass to the next eligible exhibit (the nominal cost of Qualifier-Eligible membership will be taken off the cost of Full LIHS registration). Any competitors/ horses which have existing BSHA membership/ registration for 2026 will not be required to complete any LIHS Membership / Registration for these classes.
LIHS RISING STAR CLASSES 2026
Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2026 are separate from BSHA Amateur rules in the main BSHA Rulebook. Please see the separate Rising Star Rulebook in the Rising Star section available on the BSHA website. https://britishshowhorse.org/bsha-rising-stars-series/
If you are in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur status, please contact the BSHA Office directly, to have your status confirmed.
Class/es 121, 122, 123 and 124 qualify for LIHS BSHA Showing Series Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top five to qualify.
A results points table will run for all qualifying classes, and a ‘wild card’ will be awarded to those unqualified with the highest points in each section following the final qualifier.
The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes or at the Finals.
Equine Section
