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Horses - BS Classes, All Ridden and Unaffiliated Show Jumping Classes

Event Date
6th Jul 2024

British Show Jumping Classes

Main Arena
Mrs Jane Ogle (Judge)
Class: 1a Senior Foxhunter First Round Open

Description:

Rule 310. Single Phase. Speed 350mpm. Start Height 1.20m DRAWN ORDER
In the event of 30 or more starters, the class will be split and two sets of prize money awarded. Horses (or ponies in pony competitions) may compete in one section only.
Foxhunter:
a) For registered horses in Grade C that have not won a total of 700 points. Four double clears will qualify - in accordance with rule 310.6
b) For all registered horses born on or after 1 January 2017, irrespective of points. Horses will be eligible for double clear qualification to attend second rounds providing they reach the age of seven years or under in the same calendar year as the Foxhunter Final - in accordance with rule 310.6. Four double clears will qualify for the Senior Foxhunter Second Rounds.
Qualifying period: The Senior Foxhunter Second Round qualifying period 1st May - 30th April (subject to revision). Those horses that have qualified for the Senior Foxhunter Championship in 2024 are not eligible for qualification to the 2025 Championship.
If combined with an open: In the event of 30 or more starters the class will be split with two sets of prize money.
Mounted prize giving - mandatory in accordance with rule 101.7 (top 5 required)

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Prizes: 1st - £150, 2nd - £100, 3rd - £80, 4th - £70 and 5th - £50

Price: £25.00
Class: 1b Senior 1.20m Open

Description:

Rule 310. Single Phase. Speed 350mpm. Start Height 1.20m. DRAWN ORDER
Incorporating the FIVE SHOW CHALLENGE. Please download and refer to the schedule for the points and awards for this series.
Mounted prize giving - mandatory in accordance with Rule 101.7 (top 5 required)

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Prizes: 1st - £150, 2nd - £100, 3rd - £80, 4th - £70 and 5th - £50

Price: £25.00
Class: 2 National 1.30m Open

Description:

Rule 306. Single Phase. Table A9. Speed 375mpm. Start Height 1.30m. DRAWN ORDER.
Open to registered horses to be ridden by an adult. Associate and Junior Members.
Qualifies for: The British Show Jumping National Championships.
Qualifying Period: 1st July - 30th June.
Numbers to qualify: Two double clears to qualify to the final. Double clear qualifications will not be obtained from one round competitions (e.g. Table A4 or Table A (1 Round))
Mounted prize giving - mandatory in accordance with Rule 101.7 (top 5 required)

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Prizes: 1st - £300, 2nd - £250, 3rd - £150, 4th - £110 and 5th - £90

Price: £30.00
Class: 3 The Scaffolding MDS National Accumulator

Description:

Rule 274. Table A - speed 375mpm - Start Height 1.25 - 1.40m Joker Fence 1.50m. Limited to 30 entries - DRAWN ORDER
Six, eight or ten obstacle, which are progressively more difficult. No combination obstacles are allowed. The progressive difficulty is not solely due to the height and spread of the obstacles but also to the difficulty of the track. Points are awarded as follows:
One point for obstacle No1 cleared, two points for No 2, three points for No 3 etc. with a total of 21, 36 or 55 points. No point is awarded for an obstacle knocked down. Faults other than knockdowns are penalised as for Table A and any of theses faults, including time faults are converted into points and deducted from any jumping points scored.
In the event of equality of points for first place, there will be a jump off against the clock over a shortened course, over obstacles that may be increased in height and/or spread. The obstacles in the jump off must be jumped in the same order as in the first round and retain their respective points allotted in the first round.
This competition may also take place directly against the clock.
For the last obstacle of the course, an alternative obstacle may be provided, of which one part may be designated the Joker. The Joker must be more difficult than the alternative obstacle and carry double points. If the Joker is knocked down, the points must be deducted from the total.
Mounted prize giving - mandatory in accordance with Rule 101.7 (top 5 required)

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Prizes: 1st - £500, 2nd - £400, 3rd - £250, 4th - £150, 5th - £100, 6th - £50 and 7th - £50

Price: £40.00
Class: 4 The Callow Oils Two Fence Challenge

Description:

Rule 285. Table A. Speed 325mpm. Start height 1.20m DRAWN ORDER
For registered horses to be ridden by an Adult, Associate or Junior Members.
To be jumped over a maximum of five rounds. When the competitor has any fault they leave the arena.
Winner or winners are those with the most points. Equal points mean equal placings.
Scoring-jumping fence clear: Two points Knocking down fence: One point refusal: Nil points.
The competition finishes either: When all competitors have faulted or at the end of the fifth round. Maximum of 10 starters and maximum one horse per rider.

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Prizes: 1st - £500, 2nd - £35, 3rd - £250, 4th - £125, 5th - £100, 6th - £8 and 7th - £50

Price: £40.00

Unaffiliated Show Jumping Classes

Classes 8 (70cm) to 13 (1m) will be eligible for qualification for The Forces Games. For eligibility and more information, please go to www.fegames.uk
Ring A
Mr Chris Napier (Judge)
Class: 5a 55 cm Unaffiliated 16 years and under

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 5b 55cm Unaffiliated 17 years and over

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 6a 60cm Unaffiliated 16 years and under

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 6b 60 cm Unaffiliated 17 years and over

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 7a 65cm Unaffiliated 16 years and under

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 7b 65 cm Unaffiliated 17 years and over

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 8a 70cm Unaffiliated 16 years and under

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 8b 70cm Unaffiliated 17years and over

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 9a 75cm Unaffiliated 16 years and under

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 9b 75cm Unaffiliated 17 years and over

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 10 80cm Unaffiliated

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 11 85 cm Open Unaffiliated

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 12 90cm Open Unaffiliated

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 13 1m Unaffiliated

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00

BSPS Performance Pony Qualifiers

Performance Classes – London International Horse Show Qualifiers
You do not need to be a member of BSPS to enter these classes but owners and riders must be or become members within 7 days of the BSPS to take the qualification forward.
Method of Judging:
• Exhibitors enter the ring as a whole class on the right rein. Classes may be split on the go round dependent on numbers at the judge’s discretion. Exhibitors will walk, trot and canter including change of rein and canter on the left rein before coming back to walk. No galloping on the go round. In the 128cm Performance Pony Class No Cantering on the go round. No pull in.
• Exhibitors will perform an individual display, this must include a walk, trot and canter on both reins, a free walk on a long rein, canter circle, extension at canter (not a gallop) on one rein and a halt. Canter transitions must be executed on the straight (not at a corner). No stripping, exhibitors will be asked to walk away and trot back to the judge before commencing their display.
• Any suitable bridle including a Micklem bridle, flash or grackle, nose bands etc and a correctly fitted running martingale can be used. Coloured or plain browbands can be used. Bitless bridles and running gags are not permitted.
• Riders in BSPS classes must comply with rule 43 in the 2024 BSPS rulebook with regard to hat specification.
Ring B
Mrs Corran Robertshaw (Judge)
Class: 14 BSPS Junior Performance Pony

Description:

Direct Qualifier for London International Horse Show
Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over not exceeding 128cm. Plaited ponies.
Riders not to have attained their 12th Birthday on the 1st January in the current year. Any suitable bridle, no cantering except in individual show.

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 15 BSPS Junior Performance Pony not exceeding 148cm

Description:

Direct qualifier for London International Horse Show
Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 148cm. Plaited ponies.
Risers not to have attained their 17th birthday on 1st January in the current year.

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 16 BSPS Junior Performance Pony not exceeding 158cm

Description:

Direct Qualifier for London International Horse Show
Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 158cm. Plaited ponies. Riders any age.

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr & Mrs A Gray

Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00

Rising Star of Working Hunter Type

Classes (17, 19, 21) qualify for LIHS BSHA Rising Star Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top 5 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.
A qualification card will be presented in the ring detailing how to confirm your qualification and register with the BSHA. All finalists should be made aware that to enter the Supreme Final at the LIHS, they should be members of the BSHA and be conversant with the rules, under which the series is run.
RULES
• Available to members and non-members, 15 years and over eligible under Rising Star Amateur Rules.
• Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2024 are separate to BSHA Amateur Rules.
Please see the full list of Rising Star Rules in the Rising Star Section available on the BSHA website www.britishshowhorse.org
If in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur status, please contact the BSHA Office directly to have your status confirmed.
• The Judges decision is final.
• The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes.
Ring B
Mrs Clare Poole (Judge)
Class: 17 Rising Star of Working Hunter Type

Description:

Open to Hunters, mare or gelding four years old and over exceeding 148cm. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Start Working Hunter Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. Any horse which is registered / previously registered as a Grade A showjumper, Advanced Eventer, or above as at 1st January of the current year, is not eligible.
Height of fences: minimum 3’0”, maximum 3’3”, maximum spread 3’3”. Please note the height of the fences may be raised at the final at the discretion of the Course builder/ BSHA Representative.

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00

Tattersalls RoR Former Racehorse Challenge 2024

Ring B
Mrs Bryony Lovell-Williams (Judge)
Class: 18 Tattersalls RoR Former Racehorse Challenge 2024

Description:

RoR eligibility: Mare or gelding 4yrs old or over and of any height. Riders must be 15 years or over on the 1st January 2024. Horses to be ridden in any suitable bridle and should be plaited. All entries must be competition registered with RoR and HAVE raced in GB or been IN TRAINING in GB. Racing injuries and blemishes ARE IGNORED in this series
The first four go forward to the final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships, Aintree, 24th August 2024
The judge will NOT ride. Horses may be stripped for conformation at the discretion of the judge.
Competitors must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap. 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. The class to be judged 50% jumping, 20% Style while jumping and performance and 30% awarded for show, manners and suitability to be retrained.
PHASE 1
Jumping to be judged:
8 rustic jumps 3 foot (90cm) to 3 foot 3 inches (1 metre) with a maximum spread of 95 cm’s)
The following points to be deducted at the end of each jumping round:
10 points to be deducted for a knock down.
15 points to be deducted for a refusal.
20 points for second refusal.
Elimination for third refusal or fall or Error of Course.
PHASE 2
Class returns without boots and judged for an individual show/conformation. (In some classes, at the judge’s discretion, horses might be asked to do a ‘show’ following their jumping without leaving the ring. This is often the case with a large number in the class)
Each horse to complete an individual show of no longer than 1 ½ minutes. Show to include the following movements:
Walk, Trot, canter showing change of leg, extended canter (gallop) halt and stand, walk off on long rein. Total marks out of 30% for Show, manners and suitability to be retrained.

Fences for the final at Aintree can be up to a maximum of 3’6” (1.05 metre)

Prizes: 1st - £30, 2nd - £25 and 3rd - £20

Price: £20.00

Rising Star Working Show Horse & Rising Star Ladies Show Horse

Classes (17, 19, 21) qualify for LIHS BSHA Rising Star Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top 5 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.
A qualification card will be presented in the ring detailing how to confirm your qualification and register with the BSHA. All finalists should be made aware that to enter the Supreme Final at the LIHS, they should be members of the BSHA and be conversant with the rules, under which the series is run.
RULES
• Available to members and non-members, 15 years and over eligible under Rising Star Amateur Rules.
• Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2024 are separate to BSHA Amateur Rules.
Please see the full list of Rising Star Rules in the Rising Star Section available on the BSHA website www.britishshowhorse.org
If in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur status, please contact the BSHA Office directly to have your status confirmed.
• The Judges decision is final.
• The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes.
Ring B
Mrs Clare Poole (Judge)
Class: 19 Rising Star Working Show Horse

Description:

Open ONLY to Hacks, Cobs, Maxi Cobs and Riding Horses, mare or gelding four years old and over, exceeding 148cms. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Working Show Horse Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024.
Any horse which is a Grade B showjumper, Intermediate Eventer, or above as at 1st January of the current year, is not eligible.
Height of fences: minimum 2’6”, maximum 2’9”, maximum spread 2’9”, Please note the height of the fences may be raised at the final at the discretion of the Course Builder/BSHA Representative.

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 21 Rising Star Ladies Show Horse

Description:

Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, exceeding 148cms, suitable to carry a side saddle, to be ridden side saddle by a lady. Open to all Hacks, Cobs, Riding Horses and Hunters. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Ladies Show Horse Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024.

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00

Open Working Hunter

Ring B
Mrs Clare Poole (Judge)
Class: 20 Open Working Hunter

Description:

Mare, Gelding or Stallion (competing stallions must have a red, white and blue ribbon displayed in their tail), four years old or over. Any horse which has qualified as a Grade A Show Jumper or Advanced Event Horse as at 1st January in the current year is not eligible to compete in the Working Hunter Class. Maximum height of jumps 114cm

Kindly Sponsored By: The Williams Family

Prizes: 1st - £50, 2nd - £40, 3rd - £35 and 4th - £25

Price: £33.00

Rising Star of Riding Horse Type & Rising Star of Ridden Hunter Type

Classes (22, 23, 24, 25, 31, 32 & 33) qualify for LIHS BSHA Rising Star Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top 5 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.
A qualification card will be presented in the ring detailing how to confirm your qualification and register with the BSHA. All finalists should be made aware that to enter the Supreme Final at the LIHS, they should be members of the BSHA and be conversant with the rules, under which the series is run.
RULES
• Available to members and non-members 15 years and over eligible under Rising Star Amateur Rules.
• Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2024 are separate to BSHA Amateur Rules.
Please see the full list of Rising Star Rules in the Rising Star Section available on the BSHA website www.britishshowhorse.org
If in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur statues, please contact the BSHA Office directly to have your status confirmed.
• The Judges decision is final.
• The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes.
Ring C
Miss Olivia Edmondson (Judge)
Class: 22 Rising Star of Riding Horse Type - Small Riding Horse

Description:

Small Riding Horse: Mare or gelding, 4 years old and over exceeding 148cms and not exceeding 158cms. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Supreme Small Riding Horse Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championships Show in September 2024.

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 23 Rising Star of Riding Horse Type- Large Riding Horse

Description:

Mare or gelding, 4 years old and over, exceeding 158cms. The winner of the class will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Large Riding Horse Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championships Show in September 2024.

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr & Mrs P Fletcher

Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 24 Rising Star of Ridden Hunter Type- Small/Lightwieght Hunter

Description:

Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over exceeding 158cms, (small hunter not to exceed exceeding 158cms). Capable of carrying up to 79.5kgs (12 stone 7lbs). The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Small/Lightweight Hunter Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championship Show in September 2024.

Kindly Sponsored By: THE QUAD BIKE WAREHOUSE

Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 25 Rising Star Of Ridden Hunter Type- Middleweight/Heavyweight Hunter

Description:

Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, exceeding 158cms. Capable of carrying over 89kgs (14 stone). The winner of the class will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Middleweight / Heavyweight Hunter Supreme Final at the LIHS in December. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championship Show in September 2024.

Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00

Novice Ridden Hunter

Ring C
Mr Craig McClelland (Ride Judge), Ms Julie Templeton (Conformation Judge)
Class: 26 Novice Ridden Hunter (unaffiliated)

Description:

Mare or gelding four years old & over exceeding 148cm (14.2hh), not having won a first prize of £15 or over

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £20.00

Ridden Hunters

Classes 27 and 30 The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 in each Open Affiliated Hunter class will qualify to compete in the BSHA Supreme of the Year Final. The Finals will be held at the BSHA National Championship Show in September 2024.
Held under the rules of the British Show Horse Association, Owners, Riders & Horses must be registered or have temporary membership with a Day Ticket. Horses registered with the Association must be Owned, Exhibited and Ridden by current BSHA Members. Riders must be 15 years of age or older. Registration numbers must be quoted on entry form.
Ring C
Mr Craig McClelland (Ride Judge), Ms Julie Templeton (Conformation Judge)
Class: 27 Open Ridden Hunter

Description:

BSHA Open Hunters: Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, exceeding 158cms. Capable of carrying up to 79.5kgs (12 stone 7lbs) for LW, 79.5kg (12stone 7lbs) and not exceeding 89kgs (14 stone) for MW & over 89kgs (14 stone) for HW. The highest placed unqualified prize winner in the top 5 will qualify to compete in the BSHA Supreme of the Year Final. The Finals will be held at the BSHA National Championship Shows in September 2024.

Kindly Sponsored By: Mrs C Morris & Mr R Orchard

Prizes: 1st - £50, 2nd - £40, 3rd - £35 and 4th - £25

Price: £33.00
Class: 28 Amateur Ridden Hunter

Description:

BSHA Amateur Hunters: Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, exceeding 158cms. Capable of carrying up to 79.5kgs (12 stone 7lbs) for LW, 79.5kg (12stone 7lbs) and not exceeding 89kgs (14 stone) for MW & over 89kgs (14 stone) for HW. To be ridden by an Amateur, please see BSHA Rule Book, rule 6 for Amateur definition.

Prizes: 1st - £50, 2nd - £40, 3rd - £35 and 4th - £25

Price: £33.00
Class: 29 Novice Ridden Hunter

Description:

BSHA Novice Hunters: Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, exceeding 158cms. Capable of carrying up to 79.5kgs (12 stone 7lbs) for LW, 79.5kg (12stone 7lbs) and not exceeding 89kgs (14 stone) for MW & over 89kgs (14 stone) for HW. Not to have won a first prize of £25 or more, or more than a total of £150 (including any Championship Prize Money) in any showing classes excluding Working Show Horses, Best Trained, Pairs, Side Saddle, or In-Hand classes that were Affiliated to the Association, at home or abroad, prior to 1st January in the current year. Winnings as a 4-year-old are exempt, unless that 4-year-old has won an Open Ridden class with a first prize of £25 or more. If the category has changed from a Riding Horse to a Hunter or vice versa, it may not revert back to a Novice. Snaffle bridles may be work for Novice classes. Novice animals must be Registered with the Association or Exhibitors must have purchased a Day Ticket in order to compete in Novice classes. Animals which have been placed in the top five at either the Royal International Horse show or Horse of the Year Show in and OPEN ridden class, BSHA or otherwise, with the exception of the Search for a Star Finals, are ineligible to compete in Novice Hunter classes. Horses competing in Novice classes must be ridden by the judge before being asked to “strip” for confirmation.

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr & Mrs M Sadler

Prizes: 1st - £50, 2nd - £40, 3rd - £35 and 4th - £25

Price: £33.00
Class: 30 Small Ridden Hunter

Description:

BSHA Small Hunter: Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, exceeding 148cm (14.2hh approx) but not exceeding 158cm (15.2hh approx). The highest placed unqualified prize winners in the top five will qualify to compete in the BSHA Supreme of the Year Final. The Finals will be held at the BSHA National Championship Shows in September 2024.

Kindly Sponsored By: HFN Landscapes

Prizes: 1st - £50, 2nd - £40, 3rd - £35 and 4th - £25

Price: £33.00

Rising Star of Ridden Cob Type

Classes (22, 23, 24, 25, 31, 32 & 33) qualify for LIHS BSHA Rising Star Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top 5 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.
A qualification card will be presented in the ring detailing how to confirm your qualification and register with the BSHA. All finalists should be made aware that to enter the Supreme Final at the LIHS, they should be members of the BSHA and be conversant with the rules, under which the series is run.
RULES
• Available to members and non-members 15 years and over eligible under Rising Star Amateur Rules.
• Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2024 are separate to BSHA Amateur Rules.
Please see the full list of Rising Star Rules in the Rising Star Section available on the BSHA website www.britishshowhorse.org
If in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur statues, please contact the BSHA Office directly to have your status confirmed.
• The Judges decision is final.
• The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes.
Ring C
Mrs Jane Hall (Judge)
Class: 31 Rising Star of Ridden Cob Type- Lightweight Cob

Description:

Mare or gelding, 4 years old and over, exceeding 148cms, but not exceeding 155cms, capable of carrying up to 14 stone. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Lightweight Cob Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championship Show in September 2024.

Kindly Sponsored By: MSM DRH Ltd

Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 32 Rising Star of Ridden Cob Type-Heavyweight Cob

Description:

Mare or gelding, 4 years old and over, exceeding 148cms, but not exceeding 155cms, capable of carrying more than 14 stone. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Lightweight Cob Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championship Show in September 2024.

Kindly Sponsored By: Fields Mitsubishi

Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00
Class: 33 Rising Star of Ridden Cob Type- Maxi-Cob

Description:

Mare or gelding, 4 years old and over, exceeding 155cms - to be judged as Cobs. Judges must pay particular attention to type (i.e. short legged animals of COB type). To be shown hogged. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Lightweight Cob Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championship Show in September 2024.

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Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00

Rising Star Racehorse to Show Horse

Please state horses racing name on the Entry Form

Class 34 qualify for LIHS BSHA Rising Star Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top 5 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.
A qualification card will be presented in the ring detailing how to confirm your qualification and register with the BSHA. All finalists should be made aware that to enter the Supreme Final at the LIHS, they should be members of the BSHA and be conversant with the rules, under which the series is run.
RULES
• Available to members and non-members eligible under Rising Star Amateur Rules.
• Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2024 are separate to BSHA Amateur Rules.
Please see the full list of Rising Star Rules in the Rising Star Section available on the BSHA website www.britishshowhorse.org
If in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur statues, please contact the BSHA Office directly to have your status confirmed.
• The Judges decision is final.
• The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes.
Ring D
Mrs Clare Poole (Judge)
Class: 34 Rising Star Racehorse to Show Horse

Description:

Class 34 qualify for LIHS BSHA Rising Star Supreme Finals at the London International Horse Show, highest placed unqualified in top 5 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.
A qualification card will be presented in the ring detailing how to confirm your qualification and register with the BSHA. All finalists should be made aware that to enter the Supreme Final at the LIHS, they should be members of the BSHA and be conversant with the rules, under which the series is run.
RULES
• Available to members and non-members eligible under Rising Star Amateur Rules.
• Please note: Rising Star Amateur Rules 2024 are separate to BSHA Amateur Rules.
Please see the full list of Rising Star Rules in the Rising Star Section available on the BSHA website www.britishshowhorse.org
If in any doubt regarding your Rising Star Amateur statues, please contact the BSHA Office directly to have your status confirmed.
• The Judges decision is final.
• The Judge will NOT ride exhibits in these classes.
Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, exceeding 148cm. Open to thoroughbred and Arab horses retired from race training. The highest placed unqualified in the top 5 will qualify for the LIHS BSHA Rising Star Racehorse to Show Horse Supreme Final at the LIHS in December 2024. This class is open to competitors who work within the racing industry. In addition, two highest placed unqualified horses will qualify for the Rising Star Associate Finals at the BSHA National Championship Show in September 2024.

Kindly Sponsored By: McGettigan's Veterinary Surgery

Prizes: 1st - £20, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £30.00

Retraining of Racehorses

Ring D
Mrs Bryony Lovell-Williams (Judge)
Class: 35 Tattersalls RoR Open In Hand Show Series Qualifier 2024

Description:

Open to all RoR and NR competition registered horses, 3yrs and over, fillies, mares and geldings.
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.
Blemishes caused through racing will be ignored.
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.
Handlers/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.

The first three go forward to the final at The Jockey Club RoR National Championships at Aintree, August 2024
Rosettes: 1st – 4th

Prizes: 1st - £30, 2nd - £20 and 3rd - £10

Price: £15.00
Class: 36 Tattersalls RoR Amateur Ridden Show Series Qualifier 2025

Description:

Open to all RoR and NR competition registered horses, 4yrs and over, mares and geldings, owned, produced and ridden by an Amateur. Riders must be 15 years or over on the 1st January of the calendar year holding the classes. Horses should be ridden in a snaffle, Pelham or simple double bridle with a plain cavesson 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.
Competitors/handlers/grooms must wear a safety/kite mark hard hat with a chinstrap.
The first three go forward to the final at the Hickstead Derby Meeting - June 2025

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:
Engage (d) 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 2024.
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 Rosettes 1st – 4th

Prizes: 1st - £30, 2nd - £20 and 3rd - £10

Price: £15.00

Riding Club Horse/Pony Club Pony

Ring D
Mrs Bryony Lovell-Williams (Judge)
Class: 37 Riding Club Horse/Pony Club Pony

Description:

Judged on suitability. Divided if sufficient entries. May include optional small jump.

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00

Coloured Classes including CHAPS (UK) Qualifiers.

This Show is affiliated to The Coloured Horse & Pony Society (UK). Affiliation No. Q24-044
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 have a valid qualifier card. Members to apply in to CHAPS (UK) for appropriate qualifier card. The CHAPS (UK) Championship Show will be held on 15th - 17th August 2024. The following classes are CHAPS (UK) Qualifiers 38,39,40,42,43,44. For full rulings and information on competition/qualification, please refer to the CHAPS (UK) Members' Handbook; or visit www.chapsuk.com for rulings. Only Skewbalds/Piebalds may compete these classes. All stallions, 4 years old and over entering these classes must be graded with CHAPS (UK). All stallions must wear Stallion ID Discs in the ring without exception.

The British Spotted Pony Society (BSpPS) will provide a rosette to the top placed spotted pony in classes 41 and 45. These classes are qualifiers for the BSpPS Breed Show to be held at Malvern Three Counties Showground on Sunday 21st July 2024. The top placed spotted pony registered with the BSpPS will qualify, (and be presented with a rosette and qualification card). The handler/owner must be a member of the BSpPS by the time of the July breed show in order to compete.
Ring D
Mrs Sandra Samuels (Judge)
Class: 38 CHAPS (UK) Open In Hand Youngstock Qualifier

Description:

1, 2, 3 years old colt, filly or gelding. Any breed, any height. No foals. Open to Members and Non Members. All colts must be bitted. (Skewbald and Piebald only)

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 39 CHAPS (UK) Non-native Open in hand Qualifier

Description:

Open to Members and Non Members. Any height. Any type. Any age. No foals. (Skewbald & Piebald only)

Kindly Sponsored By: K C Yarwood

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 40 CHAPS (UK) Native/Cob/Traditional Open In Hand Qualifier

Description:

Open to Members and Non Members. Any height. Any type. Any age. No foals. (Skewbald & Piebald only)

Kindly Sponsored By: NFU Mutual Bromsgrove Agency

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 41 Alternative Coloureds In Hand

Description:

Open to all types of coloured horse/pony including: Spotted, Dun, Roan, Pintaloosa, Palomino, etc (Excluding: Skewbald and Piebald), any age or type. Special rosette to be awarded to the highest placed Palomino. Special Rosette and qualification for the Breed Show to be awarded to the highest placed spotted pony registered with the BSpPS. Class may be split if sufficient entries.

Kindly Sponsored By: Cutting Edge Machinery Ltd

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 42 CHAPS (UK) Novice Ridden Pony/Horse Qualifier

Description:

Open to members and non-members. Any type (Skewbald and Piebald only).

Kindly Sponsored By: NJM Electrical Services

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 43 CHAPS (UK) Non-Native Open Ridden Qualifier

Description:

Any height. 4 years and over. Open to members and non-members. (Skewbald & Piebald only)

Kindly Sponsored By: Fisher German Chartered Surveyors

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 44 CHAPS (UK) Native/Cob/Traditional Open Ridden Qualifier

Description:

Open Ridden. 4 years and over. Any height. Open to members and non-members (Skewbald & Piebald only)

Kindly Sponsored By: Rachel Maddox Photography

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 45 Alternative Coloured Ridden

Description:

Open to all types of coloured horse/pony including: Spotted, Dun, Roan, Pintaloosa, Palomino, etc (Excluding: Skewbald and Piebald), any age or type. Special rosette to be awarded to the highest placed Palomino. Special Rosette and qualification for the Breed Show to be awarded to the highest placed spotted pony registered with the BSpPS. Class may be split if sufficient entries.

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr & Mrs M Jones

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00

Leading Rein, First Ridden, In hand and Ridden M & Ms

Ring E
Mrs Elizabeth Willetts (Judge)
Class: 46 Leading Rein Pony

Description:

Not exceeding 12.2hh, riders 10 years and under.

Kindly Sponsored By: Mrs N Dean

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 47 First Ridden Pony

Description:

Not exceeding 12.2hh, riders 12 years and under.

Kindly Sponsored By: Ms S Thomas

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 48 M&M In-hand Small Breeds

Description:

Open to Exmoor, Dartmoor, Shetlands, Welsh Sec A & B. To be shown in natural state.

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr & Mrs M Jones

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 49 M&M In-hand Large Breeds

Description:

Open to Connemara, New Forest, Dales, Fell, Highland, Welsh Sec C & D. To be shown in natural state.

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 50a Mountain and Moreland Ridden- Small breeds- Lead Rein

Description:

Open to Exmoor, Dartmoor, Shetland, Welsh Sec A & B. To be shown in natural state. ONLY OPEN TO LEAD REIN.

Kindly Sponsored By: Abbey Commercials

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 50b Mountain & Moreland Ridden- Small Breeds.

Description:

Open to Exmoor, Dartmoor, Shetland, Welsh Sec A & B. To be shown in natural state. Not open to Lead Rein.

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 51 Mountain & Moreland Ridden- Large Breeds

Description:

Open to Connemara, New Forest, Dales, Fell, Highland, Welsh Sec C & D. To be shown in natural state.

Kindly Sponsored By: PJ & KR Smith Maxwell Horse Ambulance Services

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00

Veteran Horse Society

First round qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final:
VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2024
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 age category will qualify for the corresponding class at VHS Regional Finals. Members must carry their cards in the ring and have their showing card signed by the judge in the ring 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.
Those wishing to join or renew with the Society will need to apply for this before 1st April each year or a late penalty fee of £15 will be charged.
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 30th August – 1st September 2024. No qualification or membership necessary. See VHS website for schedule which is available mid-season 2024.
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
Ring E
Mr Mark Philpott (Judge)
Class: 52a Veteran In Hand, Combined Age Class - Diamond Veteran (25 years and over)

Description:

To be run as one class with 52b and 52c but judged as separate categories.
Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height.
Rosette will be awarded across the categories for the oldest in hand veteran.

Kindly Sponsored By: Field Equine Vets

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 52b Veteran In Hand, Combined Age Class - Veteran (20 - 24 years)

Description:

To be run as one class with 52a and 52c but judged as separate categories.
Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height.
Rosette will be awarded across the categories for the oldest in hand veteran.

Kindly Sponsored By: FIeld Equine Vets

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 52c Veteran In Hand, Combined Age Class - Pre-Veteran (15 - 19 years)

Description:

To be run as one class with 52a and 52b but judged as separate categories.
Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height.
Rosette will be awarded across the categories for the oldest in hand veteran.

Kindly Sponsored By: Field Equine Vets

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 53a Veteran Ridden, Combined Age Class - Diamond Veteran (25 years and over)

Description:

To be run as one class with 53b and 53c but judged as separate categories.
Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height.
Rosette will be awarded across the categories for the oldest ridden veteran.

Kindly Sponsored By: Field Equine Vets

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 53b Veteran Ridden, Combined Age Class - Veteran (20 - 24 years)

Description:

To be run as one class with 53a and 53c but judged as separate categories.
Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height.
Rosette will be awarded across the categories for the oldest ridden veteran.

Kindly Sponsored By: Field Equine Vets

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 53c Veteran Ridden, Combined Age Class - Pre-Veteran (15 - 19 years)

Description:

To be run as one class with 53a and 53b but judged as separate categories.
Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height.
Rosette will be awarded across the categories for the oldest ridden veteran.

Kindly Sponsored By: Field Equine Vets

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00

Youngstock In Hand

Classes open to horses and ponies of any breed, any height. Classes may be split at the discretion of the judge if sufficient entries forward on show day. All ages to be taken from the 1st January.
Ring F
Mr Mark Philpott (Judge)
Class: 54 Yearling- Filly, Colt or Gelding

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 55 Two Year Old - Filly, Colt or Gelding

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00
Class: 56 Three Year Old- Filly, Colt or Gelding

Prizes: 1st - £15, 2nd - £10 and 3rd - £5

Price: £15.00

Best Turned Out, Fun Classes, Fancy Dress, Gymkhana

Ring F
Mrs Stephanie Dickens (Judge), Mrs Bryony Carr (Judge)
Class: 57 Best Turned Out Open Ridden

Description:

Rosettes and prizes to 6th place

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr & Mrs P Fletcher


Price: £6.00
Class: 58 Handsomest Gelding

Description:

Rosettes and prizes to 6th place

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr B Brierley


Price: £6.00
Class: 59 Prettiest Mare

Description:

Rosettes and prizes to 6th place

Kindly Sponsored By: K C Yarwood


Price: £6.00
Class: 60 Most like a Thelwell (riders under 16)

Description:

Rosettes and prizes to 6th place


Price: £6.00
Class: 61 Child's Best Friend

Description:

Rosettes and prizes to 6th place

Kindly Sponsored By: Mr J Daly - Hanbury Accounting


Price: £6.00
Class: 62 Cutest combination of Rider and Pony (Riders under 16 only)

Description:

Rosettes and prizes to 6th place

Kindly Sponsored By: Feckenham Village Shop


Price: £6.00
Class: 63 Open Mounted Fancy Dress

Description:

Hard hats and riding boots must be worn. All entrants in this class may enter online or pay at the secretary's and collect a number on the day. The class will take place in the main arena at 14.40pm

Kindly Sponsored By: MBG VETERINARY SURGEONS


Price: £6.00

Lead Rein and Assisted show Jumping

Ring G
Ms Amanda Rose (Judge), Ms Alex Nix (Judge)
Class: 66 Lead Rein Jumping- 6 years and under. Very low

Price: £6.00
Class: 67 Lead Rein Jumping- 8 years and under. Low.

Price: £6.00
Class: 68 Assisted Jumping 45cm- Riders 8 years and under

Price: £6.00