Light Horses & Ponies
Event Date
20th May 2023
Private Driving
Run under BDS Rules. BDS Rules appertaining to Young Drivers: the driver must be aged 8 years or over on the first day of the show at which they are to compete. A Driver under the age of 18 must be accompanied in the vehicle by a competent and responsible person aged 18 years or over. All drivers/grooms/passengers under the age of 14 must wear a correctly fitted hard hat that meets the latest safety regulations when in a carriage or in attendance to the turnout.
This Show qualifies for the BDS Scottish Branch "Whitehall Cup" and "Chairman's Cup", which are presented annually to the member with the most points gained throughout the season in a Private Driving Turnout and an Exercise Turnout.
This Show qualifies for the BDS Scottish Showing Awards which reward drivers who support and compete in driving classes at shows throughout Scotland. This is open to all turnouts - those who compete at 3 or 4 shows will receive a Bronze award, 5 or 6 shows will receive a Silver award and 7 or more shows will receive a Gold level award.
This is a Victoria Food Company Championship Qualifier.
The Champion will qualify for the Grand Final to be held on Sunday 10th September 2023 at the Bury Farm Equestrian Club, New Bury Farm, Mill Road Slapton, Bucks, LU7 9BT.
In the event that the Champion has already qualified then the Reserve Champion to qualify. If the Reserve has also qualified, the rosette to be awarded back to the Champion.
Once qualified, the horse, whip and vehicle may not be changed.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
Scotbeef Challenge Trophy - presented by the Late Mr I J Galloway for the Overall Champion.
The British Driving Society Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes. Young Driver rosette for Best Young Driver (under 18yrs of age).
The Victoria Food Co Rosettes
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st £12 2nd £8 3rd £5
This Show qualifies for the BDS Scottish Branch "Whitehall Cup" and "Chairman's Cup", which are presented annually to the member with the most points gained throughout the season in a Private Driving Turnout and an Exercise Turnout.
This Show qualifies for the BDS Scottish Showing Awards which reward drivers who support and compete in driving classes at shows throughout Scotland. This is open to all turnouts - those who compete at 3 or 4 shows will receive a Bronze award, 5 or 6 shows will receive a Silver award and 7 or more shows will receive a Gold level award.
This is a Victoria Food Company Championship Qualifier.
The Champion will qualify for the Grand Final to be held on Sunday 10th September 2023 at the Bury Farm Equestrian Club, New Bury Farm, Mill Road Slapton, Bucks, LU7 9BT.
In the event that the Champion has already qualified then the Reserve Champion to qualify. If the Reserve has also qualified, the rosette to be awarded back to the Champion.
Once qualified, the horse, whip and vehicle may not be changed.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
Scotbeef Challenge Trophy - presented by the Late Mr I J Galloway for the Overall Champion.
The British Driving Society Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes. Young Driver rosette for Best Young Driver (under 18yrs of age).
The Victoria Food Co Rosettes
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st £12 2nd £8 3rd £5
Main Ring
Mr Andrew Counsell (Judge)
Show Hunters In-Hand
First and Second prize winners in Classes 142-146 compete for In-Hand Champion and Reserve Hunter.
In-Hand and Ridden Champion and Reserve Champion Hunters compete for Overall Champion Hunter and Reserve Overall Champion Hunter (Ring 3).
The Champion In-Hand Hunter competes for The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1pm.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Fife Hunt Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter.
The Lt Col R G O Hutchison Challenge Cup for the Best Brood Mare, presented by D Brown Esq. of Thornton as a Perpetual Trophy.
The Barham Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter In-Hand, presented by Major Sir Robert Spencer-Nairn Bt.
The W P Roger Memorial (Perpetual) Trophy for the Best Hunter Brood Mare shown by an exhibitor resident in Fife, presented by Mrs M Roger and Miss L Roger of Boarhills.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
In-Hand and Ridden Champion and Reserve Champion Hunters compete for Overall Champion Hunter and Reserve Overall Champion Hunter (Ring 3).
The Champion In-Hand Hunter competes for The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1pm.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Fife Hunt Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter.
The Lt Col R G O Hutchison Challenge Cup for the Best Brood Mare, presented by D Brown Esq. of Thornton as a Perpetual Trophy.
The Barham Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter In-Hand, presented by Major Sir Robert Spencer-Nairn Bt.
The W P Roger Memorial (Perpetual) Trophy for the Best Hunter Brood Mare shown by an exhibitor resident in Fife, presented by Mrs M Roger and Miss L Roger of Boarhills.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 5
Miss Julia Furness (Judge)
Show Hunters Ridden
First and Second prize winners in Classes 147-150 compete for Ridden Champion and Reserve Hunter.
In-Hand and Ridden Champion and Reserve Champion Hunters compete for Overall Champion Hunter and Reserve Overall Champion Hunter (Ring 3).
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 147-150. See Notes at start of Horse section.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Fife Hunt Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter.
The Teases Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter, 4 years old and upwards, shown under saddle, confined to Fife and subscribers to Fife Fox Hounds.
The Countess of Lindsay Cup for the Best Weight Carrying Hunter, shown under saddle, confined to Fife and Kinross and subscribers to Fife Fox Hounds.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
In-Hand and Ridden Champion and Reserve Champion Hunters compete for Overall Champion Hunter and Reserve Overall Champion Hunter (Ring 3).
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 147-150. See Notes at start of Horse section.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Fife Hunt Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter.
The Teases Challenge Cup for the Best Hunter, 4 years old and upwards, shown under saddle, confined to Fife and subscribers to Fife Fox Hounds.
The Countess of Lindsay Cup for the Best Weight Carrying Hunter, shown under saddle, confined to Fife and Kinross and subscribers to Fife Fox Hounds.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 3
Mrs Jane Reid (Ride & Conformation Judge)
Registered Mountain & Moorland In-Hand
First and second prize winners in Classes 151-154 compete for Champion and Reserve.
The Champion In-Hand M&M competes for the Gavin Reekie Challenge Cup and the Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1pm. by Mr A. Finlay
Run under NPS Rules. All ponies to be registered in the main body of their Breed Society Stud Book. Please note that Highland ponies entered in Appendices A, B or C are not eligible to qualify for the NPS Scotland Championships (Classes 151, 153)
NPS Scotland/Townhead Pet n Pony In-Hand M & M Championship - Classes 151-154
Handler any age, except stallions (see rules). Foals are not eligible.
The Champion & Res. Champion will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. The owner of the pony does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner of the pony must become a member of NPS Scotland to enter the Blair Final.
Qualification may go to 3rd in the Championship (ie 1st Reserve Champion)
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 151-154. See Notes at start of Horse section.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
Balone Cup (Perpetual) - presented by R L Graham Esq for the Best Welsh Pony (Section C or D) in Class 151.
Balone Bowl (Perpetual) - presented by R L Graham Esq, Balone Farm, St Andrews, for the Best Welsh Pony (Section A or B) in Class 152.
The Gavin Reekie (Perpetual) Challenge Cup for the best animal in the In-Hand Native Pony sections (Highland, Shetland, and Registered Pure-Bred Mountain & Moorland).
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st £12 2nd £8 3rd £5
The Champion In-Hand M&M competes for the Gavin Reekie Challenge Cup and the Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1pm. by Mr A. Finlay
Run under NPS Rules. All ponies to be registered in the main body of their Breed Society Stud Book. Please note that Highland ponies entered in Appendices A, B or C are not eligible to qualify for the NPS Scotland Championships (Classes 151, 153)
NPS Scotland/Townhead Pet n Pony In-Hand M & M Championship - Classes 151-154
Handler any age, except stallions (see rules). Foals are not eligible.
The Champion & Res. Champion will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. The owner of the pony does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner of the pony must become a member of NPS Scotland to enter the Blair Final.
Qualification may go to 3rd in the Championship (ie 1st Reserve Champion)
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 151-154. See Notes at start of Horse section.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
Balone Cup (Perpetual) - presented by R L Graham Esq for the Best Welsh Pony (Section C or D) in Class 151.
Balone Bowl (Perpetual) - presented by R L Graham Esq, Balone Farm, St Andrews, for the Best Welsh Pony (Section A or B) in Class 152.
The Gavin Reekie (Perpetual) Challenge Cup for the best animal in the In-Hand Native Pony sections (Highland, Shetland, and Registered Pure-Bred Mountain & Moorland).
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st £12 2nd £8 3rd £5
Light Horse Ring 6
Mrs Marguerite Osborne (Judge)
Mountain & Moorland Novice Ridden
First & second prize winners in Classes 155-156 compete for Champion & Reserve.
Run under NPS Rules. All ponies to be registered in the main body of their Breed Society Stud Book. Please note that Highland ponies entered in Appendices A, B or C are not eligible to qualify for the NPS Scotland Championships
NPS Scotland Qualifier - see Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland/Kilmannan Stud Novice Ridden M & M Championship - Classes 155, 156. The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition but the owner must become a member to enter the final.
A pony is not eligible to compete if, before 1st January in the current year, it has done any of the following:
i Won an open affiliated mixed M&M Ridden class
ii Qualified for Horse of the Year Show, BSPS LeMieux final or RIHS Open M&M Ridden classes
iii Qualified for the M&M Novice or Intermediate Ridden final at the NPS Summer Championship show and the NPS Scotland/Kilmannan Stud Novice Finals (Blair) (N.B. Ponies can compete as novices in this competition for two consecutive years provided they do not submit an entry to the final in the first year).
iv. If a pony qualifies for Horse of the Year Show, Olympia or RIHS in its second year it is de-noviced and cannot compete in the Kilmannan Final at Blair.
The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in each class will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Run under NPS Rules. All ponies to be registered in the main body of their Breed Society Stud Book. Please note that Highland ponies entered in Appendices A, B or C are not eligible to qualify for the NPS Scotland Championships
NPS Scotland Qualifier - see Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland/Kilmannan Stud Novice Ridden M & M Championship - Classes 155, 156. The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition but the owner must become a member to enter the final.
A pony is not eligible to compete if, before 1st January in the current year, it has done any of the following:
i Won an open affiliated mixed M&M Ridden class
ii Qualified for Horse of the Year Show, BSPS LeMieux final or RIHS Open M&M Ridden classes
iii Qualified for the M&M Novice or Intermediate Ridden final at the NPS Summer Championship show and the NPS Scotland/Kilmannan Stud Novice Finals (Blair) (N.B. Ponies can compete as novices in this competition for two consecutive years provided they do not submit an entry to the final in the first year).
iv. If a pony qualifies for Horse of the Year Show, Olympia or RIHS in its second year it is de-noviced and cannot compete in the Kilmannan Final at Blair.
The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in each class will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 6
Mrs Kay Gibb (Judge)
Mountain & Moorland Open Ridden
Run under NPS Rules. All ponies to be registered in the main body of their Breed Society Stud Book. Please note that Highland ponies entered in Appendices A, B or C are not eligible to qualify for the NPS Scotland Championships.
The Highland Pony Society offers a Rosette for the Best Ridden Highland Pony.
First and second prize winners in Classes 157 and 158 compete for the Mini Champion and Reserve. This Championship will be judged before Class 159 commences.
First and second prize winners in Classes 159-160 compete for Junior Ridden Champion and Reserve. This Championship will be judged before Class 161 commences.
First and second prize winners in Classes 161-162 compete for Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 157-162. See Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland Qualifiers - see Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland/Kilgraston School M & M Lead Rein Championship - Class 157.
The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final.
Ponies will not be stripped. Ponies must be shown in a snaffle bit with the lead rein attached to the noseband. Ponies must not be cantered. Ponies may not be ridden side saddle. Handles on saddles are permitted. The 2 highest placed ponies in the Lead Rein Class not already qualified will go forward to the final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
NPS Scotland/Kilgraston School M & M First Ridden Championship - Class 158.
The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition but the owner must become a member to enter the final. Ponies must not be cantered except in their individual show. Ponies will not be stripped. Ponies may not be ridden side saddle. Ponies may be shown in any suitable bridle. The 2 highest placed ponies in the First Ridden class not already qualified will go forward to the final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
NPS Scotland/Maggie May Junior Open Ridden Championship - Classes 159, 160.
Mares and geldings four years old and over, registered in the main body of their respective Breed Society stud book. Please note NO Stallions are allowed in the Junior Classes. In classes run under NPS Rules the ages of riders and handlers are all taken as at 1st January of the current year. The only exception is for Leading Rein classes where the child must be at least 3 years old on the day of the class.
Class 159 - Rider to be under 18 years on 1st January in the current year. Class 160 - Rider to be under 14 years on 1st January in the current year.
The owner of the pony does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner of the pony must become a member of NPS Scotland to enter the Blair Final.
To be shown in any suitable bridle. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Scotland Final.
The highest placed pony, in each Junior Ridden Class not already qualified, will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place
NPS Scotland/Baileys Horse Feeds Open Ridden M & M Championship - Classes 161,162.
Rider any age, except stallions (see rules in section A 3.2). The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final. To be shown in any suitable bridle. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Final.
The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in each class will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
The Highland Pony Society offers a Rosette for the Best Ridden Highland Pony.
First and second prize winners in Classes 157 and 158 compete for the Mini Champion and Reserve. This Championship will be judged before Class 159 commences.
First and second prize winners in Classes 159-160 compete for Junior Ridden Champion and Reserve. This Championship will be judged before Class 161 commences.
First and second prize winners in Classes 161-162 compete for Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 157-162. See Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland Qualifiers - see Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland/Kilgraston School M & M Lead Rein Championship - Class 157.
The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final.
Ponies will not be stripped. Ponies must be shown in a snaffle bit with the lead rein attached to the noseband. Ponies must not be cantered. Ponies may not be ridden side saddle. Handles on saddles are permitted. The 2 highest placed ponies in the Lead Rein Class not already qualified will go forward to the final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
NPS Scotland/Kilgraston School M & M First Ridden Championship - Class 158.
The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition but the owner must become a member to enter the final. Ponies must not be cantered except in their individual show. Ponies will not be stripped. Ponies may not be ridden side saddle. Ponies may be shown in any suitable bridle. The 2 highest placed ponies in the First Ridden class not already qualified will go forward to the final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
NPS Scotland/Maggie May Junior Open Ridden Championship - Classes 159, 160.
Mares and geldings four years old and over, registered in the main body of their respective Breed Society stud book. Please note NO Stallions are allowed in the Junior Classes. In classes run under NPS Rules the ages of riders and handlers are all taken as at 1st January of the current year. The only exception is for Leading Rein classes where the child must be at least 3 years old on the day of the class.
Class 159 - Rider to be under 18 years on 1st January in the current year. Class 160 - Rider to be under 14 years on 1st January in the current year.
The owner of the pony does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner of the pony must become a member of NPS Scotland to enter the Blair Final.
To be shown in any suitable bridle. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Scotland Final.
The highest placed pony, in each Junior Ridden Class not already qualified, will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place
NPS Scotland/Baileys Horse Feeds Open Ridden M & M Championship - Classes 161,162.
Rider any age, except stallions (see rules in section A 3.2). The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final. To be shown in any suitable bridle. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Final.
The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in each class will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 6
Mrs Marie-Claire Nimmo (Judge)
Mountain & Moorland Open Working Hunter Ponies
Run under NPS Rules. All ponies to be registered in the main body of their Breed Society Stud Book. Please note that Highland ponies entered in Appendices A, B or C are not eligible to qualify for the NPS Scotland Championships. Ponies may be measured at the judge's discretion.
Course Builder: Mr G Barclay, 30 Bryce Avenue, Carron, Falkirk.
The following shows the minimum height, maximum height, maximum spread for each class:
Class 164 - 55cms; 70cms; 55cms
Class 165 - 65cms; 80 cms; 65cms
Class 166 - 75cms; 90cms; 75cms
Class 167 - 85cms; 100cms; 85cms
First and second prize winners in classes 164-167 compete for Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 164-167. See Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland Qualifier (excluding Class 163)
NPS Scotland/Kingfisher Building Products M & M Open WHP Championship - Classes 164-167. Rider any age, except stallions (see rules). Riders may only ride one pony in each class. The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final. The course will consist of a minimum of seven fences, one of which must be a spread, a change of direction must be included. If a hazard is included, it will be numbered and judged as a fence. A water tray jump will be included at the final. Ponies may be shown in any suitable bridle. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Final.
The 2 highest placed ponies, in each class not already qualified, will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Aytounhill Trophy for the Champion Mountain & Moorland Working Hunter Pony.
The Highland Pony Society offers a Special Rosette for the Best Highland WHP.
Entry fees: £14 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £20 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Course Builder: Mr G Barclay, 30 Bryce Avenue, Carron, Falkirk.
The following shows the minimum height, maximum height, maximum spread for each class:
Class 164 - 55cms; 70cms; 55cms
Class 165 - 65cms; 80 cms; 65cms
Class 166 - 75cms; 90cms; 75cms
Class 167 - 85cms; 100cms; 85cms
First and second prize winners in classes 164-167 compete for Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 164-167. See Notes at start of Horse section
NPS Scotland Qualifier (excluding Class 163)
NPS Scotland/Kingfisher Building Products M & M Open WHP Championship - Classes 164-167. Rider any age, except stallions (see rules). Riders may only ride one pony in each class. The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final. The course will consist of a minimum of seven fences, one of which must be a spread, a change of direction must be included. If a hazard is included, it will be numbered and judged as a fence. A water tray jump will be included at the final. Ponies may be shown in any suitable bridle. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Final.
The 2 highest placed ponies, in each class not already qualified, will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 25th August 2023. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Aytounhill Trophy for the Champion Mountain & Moorland Working Hunter Pony.
The Highland Pony Society offers a Special Rosette for the Best Highland WHP.
Entry fees: £14 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £20 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 2
Mrs Marguerite Osborne (Conformation Judge), Mrs Kay Gibb (Jump Judge)
Part Bred Mountain & Moorland
Run under NPS Rules - see Notes at start of Horse Section
Classes 168-170 to compete for Champion & Reserve.
If Champion comes from Class 168 or 169, winner to go forward to The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1p.m.
Equifest qualifier - Class 170. See Notes at start of Horse section
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Classes 168-170 to compete for Champion & Reserve.
If Champion comes from Class 168 or 169, winner to go forward to The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1p.m.
Equifest qualifier - Class 170. See Notes at start of Horse section
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 5
Mr Hunter MacDonald (Judge)
Open Show Pony/Show Hunter Pony
First and second prize winners in classes 171 - 172 compete for Mini SP/SHP Champion and Reserve.
First and second prize winners in classes 173-174 compete for Open SP/SHP Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 171-174. See Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Pilkington Challenge Cup (Perpetual) - presented by Miss Maude Pilkington of Whincraig, Newport-on-Tay, for the Champion Show Hunter Pony.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
First and second prize winners in classes 173-174 compete for Open SP/SHP Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 171-174. See Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Pilkington Challenge Cup (Perpetual) - presented by Miss Maude Pilkington of Whincraig, Newport-on-Tay, for the Champion Show Hunter Pony.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 4
Mr Hunter MacDonald (Judge)
Training Stakes
Course Builder: Mr G Barclay, 30 Bryce Avenue, Carron, Falkirk.
Method of Judging; Animals will be required to jump a course of fences, they will immediately be asked to give a short show including a change of rein and gallop in the same ring.
Marks: Jumping 60 points, Style and Manners while jumping 20 points. Show mark and manners 20 points TOTAL 100 points
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.
Body Protectors MUST be worn when jumping in any WHP and WH classes Including practice ring at B.S.P.S. Affiliated Shows. (Including Tiny Tots, Cradle and Nursery Stakes, WSP, LRWSP and Training Stakes). Riders must wear a body protector when working in (practice jumps) and the jumping phase in all B.S.P.S. organized and affiliated events. A British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) approved and appropriately labelled "Level 3 body protector" with the year 2009 (Purple) or 2018 (Blue and Black) shown on the label manufactured in the year 2009.
BETA recommends body protectors are replaced at least every three to five years, after which the impact absorption properties of the foam may have started to decline.
All types of Air Jackets are not allowed.
Correctly secured Skull Caps/Riding Hats Nos. PAS 015 2011, VG1, (BS) EN1384 2017, ASTM F1163 04a onwards, SNELL E2016, AS/NZS 3838 2006 onwards. MUST be worn by riders at all times when mounted. Hats should have a plain cover either Black, Navy Blue, Brown, Grey or Green. Velvet covers are encouraged. The B.S.P.S. encourages members to have their hats tagged through the B.S.P.S. scheme or via the Pony Club Scheme. Hat Tagging in B.S.P.S. classes is compulsory. (We are accepting British Eventing, British Riding Club and Pony Club tags)
BLAIR CASTLE BSPS TRAINING STAKES CHAMPIONSHIPS
Classes 176-177 are qualifiers for these Championships. Ponies placed first and second in the qualifying classes will qualify for the Championships held at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair on Thursday 26th August 2023. Qualification may go down to fourth place if higher placed ponies have previously qualified - only those who have jumped a clear round can qualify.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Marjorie Wilson Challenge Cup (Perpetual) - presented by Mrs Marjorie Wilson, Hilton, Cupar, for the Champion Working Hunter Pony.
Entry fees: £14 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £20 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Method of Judging; Animals will be required to jump a course of fences, they will immediately be asked to give a short show including a change of rein and gallop in the same ring.
Marks: Jumping 60 points, Style and Manners while jumping 20 points. Show mark and manners 20 points TOTAL 100 points
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.
Body Protectors MUST be worn when jumping in any WHP and WH classes Including practice ring at B.S.P.S. Affiliated Shows. (Including Tiny Tots, Cradle and Nursery Stakes, WSP, LRWSP and Training Stakes). Riders must wear a body protector when working in (practice jumps) and the jumping phase in all B.S.P.S. organized and affiliated events. A British Equestrian Trade Association (BETA) approved and appropriately labelled "Level 3 body protector" with the year 2009 (Purple) or 2018 (Blue and Black) shown on the label manufactured in the year 2009.
BETA recommends body protectors are replaced at least every three to five years, after which the impact absorption properties of the foam may have started to decline.
All types of Air Jackets are not allowed.
Correctly secured Skull Caps/Riding Hats Nos. PAS 015 2011, VG1, (BS) EN1384 2017, ASTM F1163 04a onwards, SNELL E2016, AS/NZS 3838 2006 onwards. MUST be worn by riders at all times when mounted. Hats should have a plain cover either Black, Navy Blue, Brown, Grey or Green. Velvet covers are encouraged. The B.S.P.S. encourages members to have their hats tagged through the B.S.P.S. scheme or via the Pony Club Scheme. Hat Tagging in B.S.P.S. classes is compulsory. (We are accepting British Eventing, British Riding Club and Pony Club tags)
BLAIR CASTLE BSPS TRAINING STAKES CHAMPIONSHIPS
Classes 176-177 are qualifiers for these Championships. Ponies placed first and second in the qualifying classes will qualify for the Championships held at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair on Thursday 26th August 2023. Qualification may go down to fourth place if higher placed ponies have previously qualified - only those who have jumped a clear round can qualify.
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Marjorie Wilson Challenge Cup (Perpetual) - presented by Mrs Marjorie Wilson, Hilton, Cupar, for the Champion Working Hunter Pony.
Entry fees: £14 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £20 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 2
Mrs Marie-Claire Nimmo (Judge)
Fife Pony Classes
Riders must be resident in Fife.
First and second prize winners in classes 178-180 compete for Champion and Reserve.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
First and second prize winners in classes 178-180 compete for Champion and Reserve.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 4
Miss Ella Dunn (Judge)
Fife Ridden Horse
Rider must be resident in Fife
This Class may be split by height, if numbers dictate.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
This Class may be split by height, if numbers dictate.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 3
Mr Richard Telford (Judge)
Equitation Section
The Judge will advise on the individual show requirements. Plain snaffle bridles only - no bitless bridles, Wilkie snaffles, pelhams or gags allowed. No martingales, but neckstraps may be worn.
Classes will be marked out of 100 as follows: Rider's use of seat and aids 50; Rider's position 25; Overall impression 25.
First and second prize winners in Classes 182-183 compete for Mini Champion and Reserve which will take place before Class 184 starts.
First and second prize winners in Classes 184-185 compete for Mini Champion and Reserve.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Classes will be marked out of 100 as follows: Rider's use of seat and aids 50; Rider's position 25; Overall impression 25.
First and second prize winners in Classes 182-183 compete for Mini Champion and Reserve which will take place before Class 184 starts.
First and second prize winners in Classes 184-185 compete for Mini Champion and Reserve.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 5
Miss Ella Dunn (Judge)
Coloured Horses & Ponies
First and second prize winners in Classes 186-189 compete for In-Hand Champion and Reserve. The Champion Coloured In-Hand competes for The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1pm. by Mr A. Finlay.
First and second prize winners in Classes 190-191 compete for Ridden Champion and Reserve.
In-Hand Champion and Ridden Champion compete for Overall Coloured Champion.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
First and second prize winners in Classes 190-191 compete for Ridden Champion and Reserve.
In-Hand Champion and Ridden Champion compete for Overall Coloured Champion.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 4
Mr John Karwl-Jackes (Judge)
Veterans
VETERAN HORSE SOCIETY - AREA QUALIFIER 2023
This Show is a first round qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final: VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2023. 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.
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 competitor's 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, to be held at Arena UK Lincolnshire on 29th September - 1st October 2023. No qualification or membership necessary. See VHS website for schedule which is available mid season in 2023. 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.
First and second prize winners in Classes 192-194 compete for In-Hand Champion and Reserve. In-Hand Champion competes for The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged Ring 6 at 1p.m by Mr A. Finlay.
First and second prize winners in Classes 195-197 compete for Ridden Champion and Reserve.
In-Hand Champion and Ridden Champion compete for Overall Veteran Champion.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 195-197. See Notes at start of Horse section.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
This Show is a first round qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final: VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2023. 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.
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 competitor's 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, to be held at Arena UK Lincolnshire on 29th September - 1st October 2023. No qualification or membership necessary. See VHS website for schedule which is available mid season in 2023. 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.
First and second prize winners in Classes 192-194 compete for In-Hand Champion and Reserve. In-Hand Champion competes for The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged Ring 6 at 1p.m by Mr A. Finlay.
First and second prize winners in Classes 195-197 compete for Ridden Champion and Reserve.
In-Hand Champion and Ridden Champion compete for Overall Veteran Champion.
Equifest Qualifier - Classes 195-197. See Notes at start of Horse section.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 4
Mr John Karwl-Jackes (Judge)
Retraining of Racehorses
RETRAINING OF RACEHORSES
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. All entries must have current RoR competition membership which can be obtained online at https//www.ror.org.uk/registration. Riders must be 15yrs old or over on 1st January of the Show year. Competitors/handlers/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.
Class 198 is a qualifier for the Tattersalls RoR OPEN In Hand Showing Series FINAL
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.
The first three go forward to the final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships at Aintree on August 26th 2023.
Class 192 is a Tattersalls RoR Scottish Show Series Qualifier 2024
Horses should be ridden in a snaffle, pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavesson noseband. Horses should be plaited. The first three go forward to the championship at the Royal Highland Show 2024. In the event that the first three are already qualified, the qualification will go down the line to fourth.
All entries MUST have current competition registration with the RoR and have RACED in GB. There will be a prize for the highest placed veteran 15 years or over. The class will be run under the rules of RoR. Horses to be ridden by the judge. Racing injuries and blemishes will NOT be ignored in this series.
Veteran prize, £20 voucher to be redeemed from RoR office and qualification for the Veteran final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships, Aintree, August 2023 or 2024.
Class 193 - This class is a qualifier for the Tattersalls RoR Amateur Ridden Show Series FINAL 2023.
Horses should be ridden in a snaffle, Pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavasson noseband. Horses should be plaited.
The Series is open to AMATEURS only - those employed in racing will be allowed to compete. Class will be judged under 'riding horse' format without 'type' being taken into consideration.
Racing injuries and blemishes ARE IGNORED in this series.
The Judge will not ride at the qualifiers but will ride in the final.
The first three go forward to the final to be held at the Hickstead Derby Meeting, June 25th 2023
Amateur definition:
The rules are as in the rulebook with the following addition that an amateur may not show a horse owned or sponsored by a company or commercial firm. In addition a person classed as amateur must not be supported by a company in any way or act as brand ambassador whether financially or in-kind. An amateur is a person who for the purpose of RoR classes does not/has not during the current season or previous season:
Engaged in breeding, livery, buying or selling, dealing or hiring horses in a commercial capacity.
Horses must not have been stabled at or reside in a Professional Producer's/Trainer's yard from January 1st 2022
Riders must not have ridden any animals produced by a Professional/Trainer in the current or previous season.
Horses and riders must not receive any help from a Professional Producer/Trainer at a SHOW in the current season.
A rider who has ridden for a Professional/Producer Trainer in the current or previous season must not have ridden horses at a show.
Any breaches of this ruling will be taken seriously and will result in disqualification from future classes.
RoR Prizes:
Class 198 - Rosettes 1st - 4th.
Prizes - 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10
Class 199 - Rosettes 1st to 4th place, Vouchers 1st to 3rd place.
Prizes - 1st £40, 2nd £30, 3rd £20. Veteran prize - £20 voucher to be redeemed from RoR office.
Class 200 - Rosettes 1st - 4th.
Prizes - 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10
RoR prizes will not be awarded to RoR qualifiers with numbers forward of two or less, however qualification for the final will stand.
All entries should include their Show Registration Number and state sire and dam on their entry or by email to the Secretary before the day of the Show.
First and second prize winners in Classes 198-200 compete for Champion and Reserve. If Champion comes from Class 198, it will go forward to compete in The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1p.m. by Mr A. Finlay.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
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. All entries must have current RoR competition membership which can be obtained online at https//www.ror.org.uk/registration. Riders must be 15yrs old or over on 1st January of the Show year. Competitors/handlers/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.
Class 198 is a qualifier for the Tattersalls RoR OPEN In Hand Showing Series FINAL
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.
The first three go forward to the final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships at Aintree on August 26th 2023.
Class 192 is a Tattersalls RoR Scottish Show Series Qualifier 2024
Horses should be ridden in a snaffle, pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavesson noseband. Horses should be plaited. The first three go forward to the championship at the Royal Highland Show 2024. In the event that the first three are already qualified, the qualification will go down the line to fourth.
All entries MUST have current competition registration with the RoR and have RACED in GB. There will be a prize for the highest placed veteran 15 years or over. The class will be run under the rules of RoR. Horses to be ridden by the judge. Racing injuries and blemishes will NOT be ignored in this series.
Veteran prize, £20 voucher to be redeemed from RoR office and qualification for the Veteran final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships, Aintree, August 2023 or 2024.
Class 193 - This class is a qualifier for the Tattersalls RoR Amateur Ridden Show Series FINAL 2023.
Horses should be ridden in a snaffle, Pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavasson noseband. Horses should be plaited.
The Series is open to AMATEURS only - those employed in racing will be allowed to compete. Class will be judged under 'riding horse' format without 'type' being taken into consideration.
Racing injuries and blemishes ARE IGNORED in this series.
The Judge will not ride at the qualifiers but will ride in the final.
The first three go forward to the final to be held at the Hickstead Derby Meeting, June 25th 2023
Amateur definition:
The rules are as in the rulebook with the following addition that an amateur may not show a horse owned or sponsored by a company or commercial firm. In addition a person classed as amateur must not be supported by a company in any way or act as brand ambassador whether financially or in-kind. An amateur is a person who for the purpose of RoR classes does not/has not during the current season or previous season:
Engaged in breeding, livery, buying or selling, dealing or hiring horses in a commercial capacity.
Horses must not have been stabled at or reside in a Professional Producer's/Trainer's yard from January 1st 2022
Riders must not have ridden any animals produced by a Professional/Trainer in the current or previous season.
Horses and riders must not receive any help from a Professional Producer/Trainer at a SHOW in the current season.
A rider who has ridden for a Professional/Producer Trainer in the current or previous season must not have ridden horses at a show.
Any breaches of this ruling will be taken seriously and will result in disqualification from future classes.
RoR Prizes:
Class 198 - Rosettes 1st - 4th.
Prizes - 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10
Class 199 - Rosettes 1st to 4th place, Vouchers 1st to 3rd place.
Prizes - 1st £40, 2nd £30, 3rd £20. Veteran prize - £20 voucher to be redeemed from RoR office.
Class 200 - Rosettes 1st - 4th.
Prizes - 1st £30, 2nd £20, 3rd £10
RoR prizes will not be awarded to RoR qualifiers with numbers forward of two or less, however qualification for the final will stand.
All entries should include their Show Registration Number and state sire and dam on their entry or by email to the Secretary before the day of the Show.
First and second prize winners in Classes 198-200 compete for Champion and Reserve. If Champion comes from Class 198, it will go forward to compete in The Supreme In-Hand Championship to be judged in Ring 6 at 1p.m. by Mr A. Finlay.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 5
Miss Julia Furness (Conformation Judge), Mrs Jane Reid (Ride Judge)
Riding Horses
First and second prize winners in Classes 201-203 compete for Riding Horse Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier (Classes 201-202) - see Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Anthony's Boy Cup (Perpetual) presented by Mrs Hilary Mactaggart, for the Champion Riding Horse.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Equifest Qualifier (Classes 201-202) - see Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Anthony's Boy Cup (Perpetual) presented by Mrs Hilary Mactaggart, for the Champion Riding Horse.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 3
Mr Richard Telford (Judge)
Ridden Cobs
First and second prize winners in Classes 204-207 compete for Ridden Cobs Champion and Reserve.
Equifest Qualifier (Classes 204 - 206) - see Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Tinnakill Trophy (Perpetual) - presented by Mr & Mrs ID Elliot, for the Champion Ridden Cob.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Equifest Qualifier (Classes 204 - 206) - see Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Tinnakill Trophy (Perpetual) - presented by Mr & Mrs ID Elliot, for the Champion Ridden Cob.
Entry fees: £12 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £18 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued)
Prize money: 1st - £12 2nd - £8 3rd - £5
Light Horse Ring 3
Mr Richard Telford (Judge)
Working Hunters
Course Builder: Mr G Barclay, 30 Bryce Avenue, Carron, Falkirk.
To be judged 60% for Jumping - of which 40% to be for actual jumping and 20% for style & presence - the remaining 40% to be for ride and conformation, allocated 20% to each part. Penalty points incurred as follows: 1st refusal 15, 2nd refusal 20, 3rd refusal Elimination; fence knocked down 10; landing with fore feet in the water 10, fall of horse and/or rider Elimination.
First and second prize winners in classes 208-209 compete for Champion and Reserve.
PERTH EQUINE VETS/BHS SCOTLAND OPEN WORKING HUNTER SERIES 2023
Class 209 is a qualifier. The first THREE qualify for the final, to be held at the Land Rover Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Thursday 24th August 2023, even if they did not jump clear. If one of the first 3 has already qualified the qualifying card can be passed down to 4th place provided the 4th placed rider jumped clear. If a class has less than 4 entries only the winner will qualify for the Championships. Run under the rules of Sport Horse Breeding of Great Britain. Please note Rule 51 H ( All Ridden Hunters must be shod all round. No pads or surgical shoes are allowed). Maximum height of jumps - 3ft 6ins; maximum spread - 3ft 9ins.
Equifest Qualifier (Class 209) - see Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Dunvegan Equestrian Training Perpetual Trophy - presented by Mr & Mrs J Armour, for the Best Open Working Hunter in Class 209.
The Bruce Sutherland Hair Design Perpetual Trophy - presented by Mr & Mrs Sutherland, for the Best Novice Working Hunter in Class 208.
Entry fees: Class 208 £14 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £20 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued). Class 209 - £20 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £25 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued).
Prize money: Class 208 1st - £15 2nd - £10 3rd - £7 4th - £5 Class 209 1st - £25 2nd - £15 3rd - £10 4th - £7
To be judged 60% for Jumping - of which 40% to be for actual jumping and 20% for style & presence - the remaining 40% to be for ride and conformation, allocated 20% to each part. Penalty points incurred as follows: 1st refusal 15, 2nd refusal 20, 3rd refusal Elimination; fence knocked down 10; landing with fore feet in the water 10, fall of horse and/or rider Elimination.
First and second prize winners in classes 208-209 compete for Champion and Reserve.
PERTH EQUINE VETS/BHS SCOTLAND OPEN WORKING HUNTER SERIES 2023
Class 209 is a qualifier. The first THREE qualify for the final, to be held at the Land Rover Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Thursday 24th August 2023, even if they did not jump clear. If one of the first 3 has already qualified the qualifying card can be passed down to 4th place provided the 4th placed rider jumped clear. If a class has less than 4 entries only the winner will qualify for the Championships. Run under the rules of Sport Horse Breeding of Great Britain. Please note Rule 51 H ( All Ridden Hunters must be shod all round. No pads or surgical shoes are allowed). Maximum height of jumps - 3ft 6ins; maximum spread - 3ft 9ins.
Equifest Qualifier (Class 209) - see Notes at start of Horse section
TROPHIES & PRIZES
The Dunvegan Equestrian Training Perpetual Trophy - presented by Mr & Mrs J Armour, for the Best Open Working Hunter in Class 209.
The Bruce Sutherland Hair Design Perpetual Trophy - presented by Mr & Mrs Sutherland, for the Best Novice Working Hunter in Class 208.
Entry fees: Class 208 £14 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £20 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued). Class 209 - £20 (inc. VAT) until 18th April. £25 (inc. VAT) 19th April - 10th May (not Catalogued).
Prize money: Class 208 1st - £15 2nd - £10 3rd - £7 4th - £5 Class 209 1st - £25 2nd - £15 3rd - £10 4th - £7
Light Horse Ring 2
Miss Julia Furness (Conformation Judge), Mrs Jane Reid (Ride Judge)
Mounted Fancy Dress
Rosettes and prizes in kind to sixth place.
ENTRY FEE - FREE! But please enter in advance to ensure your inclusion in the catalogue.
ENTRY FEE - FREE! But please enter in advance to ensure your inclusion in the catalogue.
Light Horse Ring 3
Mrs Katie Smith (Judge)
