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Equine Section Secretary: Mrs. R K McKenzie,

The Whins, Stillington, Cleveland, TS21 1NL. Telephone: 0773 3211846 Please contact equine@sedgefieldshow.co.uk with any queries.

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Entry Fee: £6.00 per class unless otherwise stated. Late entries £8.00

NO ENTRIES ON THE DAY unless otherwise stated

Prize Money: 1st – £10.00 2nd – £6.00 3rd – £4.00 unless otherwise stated.

The SEDGEFIELD SHOW SUPREME EQUINE CHAMPIONSHIP

Judge: Mr T Barron

Sponsored by Harpington Haylage

Open to all Champions in the Equine Section (except for Best Rider,

Horse Drawn Turnouts, Heavy Horse Drawn Turnouts & Novelty classes)

The Supreme Equine Champion will be awarded with

The Karita Shield, £100 Prize Money and Supreme Champion Sash

The Reserve Supreme Equine Champion will be awarded with

£50.00 Prize Money and a Reserve Supreme Champion Sash

Equifest Championships

This Show is affiliated to Equifest, taking place at the Arena UK, Grantham, Lincolnshire on the 6th – 9th August 2025. The two highest exhibits not already qualified in each affiliated class will qualify for Equifest 2026.

N.P.S Area 4 Northern Breeders Championship

This show is a qualifier for the NPS Area 4 In-Hand Final sponsored by “Gowland Plumbing Services”. The Champion and Reserve Champion from the Riding Pony Breeding, Hunter Pony Breeding and Mountain & Moorland In-Hand classes will qualify for the Final to be held on Monday 25th August 2025 at NPS Area 4 Summer Show. Qualifiers do not have to be Members of the NPS.

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Equine FAQ & Rules

1. Closing date for entries for catalogue on Friday 25th July 2025.

2. Enter Online at www.sedgefieldshow.co.uk or www.sedgefieldshow.lite.events or on Entry Form at rear of Equine Schedule.

3. ALL riders of horses, ponies or donkeys (including Judges) and handlers under 16 years, anywhere on the Showground are now required to wear head protection (hard hat) according to the current standards for head protection for equestrian activities: All PAS015, VG1, ASTM F1163-04a onwards: Snell E2001, Snell E2016, AS/NZS 3838 2006 onwards. Helmets must be worn with chin straps correctly and securely fastened at all times whilst mounted. This applies to all ridden competitors, young handlers under 16, demonstrations and whilst exercising within the Showground & Parking areas.

4. All riders of 18 & over, who chose to compete without regulation headwear must submit a completed disclaimer form to the Equine Secretary before riding at Sedgefield Show. Email equine.sedgefieldshow@gmail.com to receive copy

5. Please see Timetable before entering & take into consideration that despite all efforts, some classes may clash. It is the responsibility of the competitor to be present on time for their classes. All entrants are advised to consider the timing of the classes they choose to enter. No class will be delayed due to a competitor being double entered. The only reason for delaying a class will be due to unforeseen incidents which may occur during the day.

6. Please note that the first horse entry admits 2 people. Each horse entry after, admits 1 more person per horse. All other occupants of horse transport must pay entrance fee & wear the wristband to gain entry to showfield & judging rings. Extra “Wagon Passes” can be requested when class entries are made.

7. NO entries on the day, unless otherwise stated in Equine Schedule. NO refunds given.

8. The Show Committee will make the best arrangements in their power for the safety of entrants and animals – they will not be responsible for loss, damage or injury to any persons or animals.

9. By entering a class at Sedgefield Show competitors agree to abide by all the “Rules & Regulations of the Sedgefield & District Agricultural & Horticultural Society” found on www.sedgefieldshow.co.uk

10. All Horses & Ponies entering the Showground must be accompanied with a valid Horse Passport.

11. Exhibitors MUST have their own Public Liability insurance cover. You may be asked to show your certificate as proof. Personal insurance cover is recommended.

12. All horses & ponies must be in a sound & healthy condition. It is advised that all horses & ponies are up to date with vaccines.

13. The judge’s decision is final. The judge will ask the competitor to leave the ring should the welfare of the horse or pony, handler or rider, or any other competitor or official be compromised.

14. Ages of competitors are as on Show Day. Minimum age of competitors is 3 years old.

15. Cups to be held for one year only. Trophy winners are responsible for safekeeping, engraving and return of their trophies to the Equine Secretary, by July 1st 2025.

16. The Equine Vet on site will be Oaklands Veterinary Centre.

17. Equine Photographer will be Kevin Owens.

For all further queries, please contact equine.sedgefieldshow@gmail.com

Timetable (subject to change)

7.00am Show field opens to Exhibitors

9.00am Dog Show begins

9.00am Judging of Equine

9.30am Red Gate closes to cars

9.30am Show field opens to Public

9.30am Judging of Cattle & Sheep

10.00am Judging of Farm Produce, Horticulture, Home & Handicraft

Main Show Ring – Horse Rings 1 – 5
* Classes will not start before the time stated *

Ring 1

9.00am Ridden Hunters (28-29) Cob (30) Hack & Riding Horse (31) & Championship.

11.00am Ridden Heavy Horse (27)

11.15am Horse & Country Racehorse (32-33) & Championship

12.30pm Heavy Horses (19-23) & Championship

1.15pm Heavy Horse Decorated (24)

Ring 2

9.15am Mountain & Moorland In-hand (70-73) & Championship

M&M Lead Rein & First Ridden (74-75) & Mini Championship

Ridden M&M (76-78) & Championship

1.00pm Horse-drawn Turnout (90-94) & Championship

Ring 3

9.00am Horse & Pony Riding Classes (79-82) & Championship

10.30am Senior Classes (83-84) & Championship

12.30pm Best Rider (85-87) & Championship

Young Handler (88-89)

Ring 4

9.00am Dales Ponies (39-44) & Championship

10.30am Shetland Ponies (61-69) & Championship

Ring 5

9.15am Coloured (9-15) & Championship

Cob Classes (16-18) & Championship

12.30pm Foreign Breeds (34-35) & Championship

1.00pm Hunter & Sports Horse Breeding (36-38) & Championship

Ring 6

9.15am Pony Breeding (1-4) & Championship Hunter Pony Breeding (5-6) & Championship

Part Bred (7-8) & Championship

11.00am Welsh Section A (45-50) & Championship

Welsh Section B (51-56) & Championship

Welsh Section C & D (57-60) & Championship

Welsh Gelding Championship

Welsh Veteran Championship

Supreme Welsh In-hand Championship

2.30pm Novelty & Fun Classes (99-104)

Ring 7

10.45am Clear Round Jumping

12.00pm SHOW JUMPING (105-110)

Main Ring – Bottom (1&2)

2.30pm Heavy Horse Single Turnout (25)

3.00pm Judging of Supreme Equine Champion of the Day (In-hand & ridden)

3.30pm Heavy Horse Pairs Turnout (26)

4.15pm Parade of Vintage Tractors & Vehicles

Main Ring – Top (3,4 & 5)

1.30pm Concours d’Elegance (96-98)

2.30pm Fancy Dress Parade (95)

PONY BREEDING CLASSES

Judge: Mrs D Drysdale

Judging in Ring 6 – starts 9:15am

Equifest Championship

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 1 to 4 will qualify for the EQUIFEST OPEN IN-HAND RIDING PONIES Championship.

N.P.S Area 4 Northern Breeders Championship

This show is a qualifier for the NPS Area 4 In-Hand Final sponsored by “Gowland Plumbing Services”. The Champion and Reserve from the Riding Pony Breeding classes

will qualify for the Final to be held on Monday 25th August 2025 at NPS Area 4 Summer Show. Qualifiers do not have to be Members of the NPS.

Pony Breeding Championship

1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 1 to 4 to compete for the Pony Breeding Championship. R S Tate Challenge Cup will be awarded to the Champion.

Class 1 Broodmare with foal at foot, Barren Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over not exceeding 148cms

Class 2 Foal progeny of mare in previous class (must be at least 3 weeks old) Class 3 Yearling Colt, Filly or Gelding not likely to exceed 148cms at maturity Class 4 2 or 3 yrs old Colt, Filly or Gelding not likely to exceed 148cms at maturity

HUNTER PONY BREEDING

Judge: Mrs D Drysdale

Judging in Ring 6 – To follow Pony Breeding classes

Equifest Championship

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 5 to 6 will qualify for the EQUIFEST OPEN IN-HAND HUNTER PONIES Championship.

N.P.S Area 4 Northern Breeders Championship

This show is a qualifier for the NPS Area 4 In-Hand Final sponsored by “Gowland Plumbing Services”. The Champion and Reserve from the Hunter Pony classes will qualify for the Final to be held on Monday 25th August 2025 at NPS Area 4 Summer Show. Qualifiers do not have to be Members of the NPS.

Hunter Pony Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 5 and 6 to compete for the Weterton Feeds Trophy, kindly donated by Weterton Feeds, Sedgefield.

Class 5 Hunter Pony Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over not exceeding 153cms

Class 6 Hunter Pony Yearling Colt, 1, 2 or 3 yrs old Filly or Gelding not to exceed 153cms at maturity

PART BRED CLASSES

Judge: Mrs D Drysdale

Judging in Ring 6 – To follow Hunter Pony Breeding

Part Bred Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 7 and 8 to compete for the Part Bred Championship.

Class 7 Any Part Bred Mare or Gelding, 4 yrs or over

Class 8 Any Part Bred Yearling Colt, 1, 2 or 3 yrs old Colt, Filly or Gelding

COLOURED CLASSES

Judge: Mrs A Butler

Judging in Ring 5 – starts 9:15am

Equifest Championships

The two highest placed Piebald/Skewbald in classes 9 to 12 will be qualifiers for the EQUIFEST IN-HAND PIEBALD / SKEWBALD BSPA Championship.

The two highest placed Piebald/Skewbald in classes 14 and 15 will be qualifiers for the EQUIFEST RIDDEN PIEBALD / SKEWBALD BSPA Championship.

Coloured Championship

1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 9 to 15 to compete for the Coloured Championship

A cup will be awarded to the Champion.

Class 9 In-hand Coloured 4 yrs & over – Non-Native, plaited, show type, any height

Class 10 In-hand Coloured 4 yrs & over – Native/ Cob Traditional (Any height)

Class 11 In-hand Coloured 3 yrs & under – Non-Native, plaited, show type (Any height)

Class 12 In-hand Coloured 3 yrs & under – Native/ Cob Traditional (Any height)

Class 13 In-hand Coloured – to be judged on colour & markings, not conformation

Class 14 Ridden Coloured – Non-Native, plaited, show type (Any height)

Class 15 Ridden Coloured – Native/ Cob Traditional (Any height)

COB CLASSES (including solid colours)

Judge: Mrs A Butler

Judging in Ring 5 – To follow Coloured classes

Cob Championship

1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 16 to 18 to compete for the Cob Championship.

Class 16 In-hand Traditional Gypsy Cob. 4yrs & over

Class 17 In-hand Traditional Gypsy Cob. 3 yrs & under

Class 18 Ridden Gypsy Cob. Any height

HEAVY HORSES

Judge: Mr M Phillips

Sponsored by Craggs & Co

Judging in Ring 1 – Not before 12:30pm

Prize money: 1st: £50 2nd: £30 3rd: £20

Heavy Horses being Clydesdales, Shires, Suffolk Punches, & Percherons.

Heavy Horse Championship – 1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 19 to 23 to compete for the Heavy Horse Championship.

The Heavy Horse Champion be awarded The Hart Cup & £150

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Class 19 Gelding, 3yrs & over

Class 20 Mare (clean/stinted) 3yrs & over

Class 21 Broodmare with Foal at foot

Class 22 Colt or Filly Foal

Class 23 Yearling or 2 yrs old, Colt, Filly or Gelding

HEAVY HORSE DECORATED & TURNOUT

Judge: Mr M Phillips

Judging in Ring 1 – Main Bottom Ring

A grant of £50 will be made for each horse shown in the Decorated class, in

place of prize money. No entry fee.

Class 24 Best decorated, in single cart harness – Judged not before 1.15pm

Heavy Horse Turnout Championship – 1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 25 to 26 to compete for the Heavy Horse Turnout Championship.

A grant of £100 will be made for each horse shown in the Heavy Horse Turnout

classes, in place of prize money. No entry fee.

Class 25 Best single Heavy Horse turnout – Judged at 2.30pm

Class 26 Best pair Heavy Horse turnout – Judged at 3.30pm

RIDDEN HEAVY HORSE

Judge: N Pargeter

Judging in Ring 1 – Not before 11am

A grant of £50 will be made for each horse shown in the Ridden Heavy Horse class, in place of prize money. No entry fee

Class 27 Ridden Heavy Horse – 4 yrs & over

RIDDEN HUNTERS, COB, & HACK/RIDING HORSES

Judge: Mrs A Gladwin

Judging in Ring 1 – starts 9:00am

Equifest Championship

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in class 29 will qualify for the EQUIFEST OPEN RIDDEN HUNTERS Championship.

Ridden Horse Section Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 28 to 31 to compete for the Ridden Horse Section Championship.

The Court Royal Memorial Trophy, donated by MP Surtees to the 1st place in class 28. A Cup will be awarded to the Champion Ridden Section.

NB. A Novice is an animal that has not won a first prize of £30 or a total of £100 in any ridden class before the 1st January in the event year.

Please note – Horses may be ridden in the ring at Judge’s discretion.

Class 28 Ridden Novice Hunter Mare or Gelding

Class 29 Ridden Hunter, Mare or Gelding

Class 30 Ridden Show Cob, Mare or Gelding

Class 31 Ridden Hack/Riding Horse, Mare or Gelding

HORSE & COUNTRY RACEHORSES (HCR)

Judge: Mrs N Pargeter

Judging in Ring 1 – not before 11.15am

The Horse & Country Racehorses (HCR) series is open to Thoroughbreds and Standardbreds who have raced, trained or been bred to race. Racing injuries will be ignored providing the horse is sound. Riders must be 14 years plus, ridden horses must be 4 years plus, and veterans are 12 years plus. Judges will not ride and you will not be asked to gallop as a ride but maybe asked to gallop in your individual show. Qualifying shows are open to members and non-members.

In order to qualify for the HCR Championship Show at Netherton Equestrian, Perth on 6th/7th September 2025: * HCR members must carry their cards in the ring for signing at qualifying shows and should be placed 1st-4th (qualifications may be passed down to 6th place). * Non-members must send their qualification cards (presented by the judge if placed 1st-4th (6th)), fees and register with HCR before the entries close for HCR Championship show.

Equifest Championship

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in class 32 will qualify for the EQUIFEST OPEN RETRAINED RACEHORSE Championship.

Horse & Country Racehorses (HCR) Championship Ridden Horse Section Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 32 to 33 to compete for the Horse & Country Racehorses Championship.

John Wade Challenge Cup given by Mr John Wade, will be presented to the Champion

Class 32 HCR Ridden Ex Racehorse; horses 4 years old and over, any sex. Riders 14 years and over.

Class 33 HCR In-hand Ex Racehorse; horses any age and sex. Handlers to be 14 years and over.

FOREIGN BREEDS

Judge: Mr L Coils

Judging in Ring 5 – Not before 12:30pm

A Foreign Breed is one that is non-indigenous to the British Isles.

Foreign Breeds Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 34 and 35 to compete for the Foreign Breeds Championship.

Class 34 In-hand Foreign Breeds any age

Class 35 Ridden Foreign Breeds Stallion, Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over

HUNTER & SPORTS HORSE BREEDING

Judge: Mr L Coils

Judging in Ring 5 – Not before 1:00pm

Hunter/Sports Horse Championship

1st & 2nd Prize winners from classes 36 – 38 to compete.

Captain Ramsden M C Challenge Cup – will be awarded to the Hunter/Sports Horse

Champion.

Class 36 Hunter/Sports Horse broodmare with Foal at foot, Barren Mare or Gelding.

Class 37 Colt or Filly foal

Class 38 Best Hunter/Sports Horse In-Hand 1, 2 or 3yrs old Colt, Filly or Gelding

DALES PONIES

Judge: Miss L E Jones

Judging in Ring 4 – starts 9:00am

All entries must be registered with the Dales Pony Society.

The NAME and REGISTRATION NUMBER of the pony must be included on the entry form.

Dales Pony Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from the Dales Pony section to compete for the Dales Pony Championship.

J W Thompson Trophy kindly donated by the Thompson Brothers will be presented to the Champion Dales Pony.

An In-Hand Rosette is offered by The Dales Pony Society for the Best Registered Dales pony shown by an exhibitor who produces a current Membership Card in the ring.

Manorian Trophy kindly donated by Mr & Mrs I Thompson will be presented to the winner of Class 39.

Maurice Hogg Snr Memorial Trophy kindly donated by Mr and Mrs J M Hogg will be presented to the Best Dales Gelding.

L J Thompson & Family Dales Cup kindly donated for the Dales Youngstock Champion from Classes 42 to 44.

Class 39 Stallion 4 yrs & over

Class 40 Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over

Class 41 Broodmare with Foal at foot

Class 42 Colt or Filly foal

Class 43 Yearling Colt, Filly or Gelding

Class 44 2 yrs or 3 yrs Colt, Filly or Gelding

WELSH PONY CLASSES

(Fully Registered with WPCS)

Judge: Miss D Waller (Delami Stud)

Judging in Ring 6 – Not before 11:00am

This show is affiliated to the Welsh Pony and Cob Society. Affiliation No AF000273. Animals must be entered correctly in line with the rules, detailed in the WPCS Judging and Showing Handbook which can be found on the Society website www.wpcs.uk.com or requested from the WPCS office. Failure to comply with the rules may result in the withholding of awards.

Supreme Welsh Championship

The Champion and Reserve Champions Section A & B’s and C & Ds to compete. The Craven Championship Salver – Kindly donated by Mr G F J Craven will be presented to the Supreme Champion Welsh Pony.

The Brierdene Challenge Trophy – Kindly donated by Mrs Wendy Dobinson will be presented to the Champion A.

The Boston Challenge Trophy – Kindly donated by Miss M Q Rees will be presented to the Champion B.

Trophy presented by H Howe (coal merchant) – Will be awarded to the Champion Cob.

Junior Gelding Award – kindly sponsored by SARUM STUD

The WPCS Junior Gelding Rosettes will be awarded to overall Junior Gelding Champion and Reserve Champion, to be competed for by the highest placed junior geldings (3 years & under) from each appropriate class within Sections A, B, C & D. To be judged before Welsh Supreme Championship.

Senior Gelding Award – kindly sponsored by TREVALLION STUD

The WPCS Senior Gelding Rosettes will be awarded to overall Gelding Champion and Reserve Champion, to be competed for by the highest placed senior geldings (4 years plus) from each appropriate class within Sections A, B, C & D. To be judged before Welsh Supreme Championship.

WPCS Minmon In-Hand Veteran Scheme – kindly sponsored by the MINMON STUD.

WPCS Minmon In-Hand Veteran Rosettes will be awarded to overall Veteran Champion & Reserve Champion, to be competed for by the highest placed Veterans (stallions, barren mares and geldings, over 19 years) in WPCS sections. To be judged before Welsh Supreme Championship.

Your personal data. Exhibitor you will need to provide the WPCS with certain personal information relating to you. Your privacy is extremely important to WPCS, so we want you to know exactly how we will use that personal information. Our full privacy notice setting out detailed information about matters such as what personal information we use, for what purpose we use it, what our legal basis for doing so is and who we share your personal information with, can be viewed on our website http://wpcs.uk.com/ If you would prefer to see a hard copy of our privacy notice, please ask a member of WPCS staff to provide you with the same.

WELSH PONY – SECTION A

Judge: Miss D Waller (Delami Stud)

Judging in Ring 6 – Not before 11:00am

Section A Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 45 to 50 to compete in the Section A Championship.

The Brierdene Challenge Trophy – Kindly donated by Mrs Wendy Dobinson will be presented to the Champion A.

The Welsh Pony & Cob Society offer their WPCS In Hand Rosette for the Champion or Reserve Welsh Section A, as per WPCS Rules. Kindly sponsored by Miss L McKenzie, BSc MRCVS.

Equifest Championship

Two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 45 to 50 will qualify for the EQUIFEST OPEN MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND IN-HAND Championship.

Class 45 Section A Stallion In-Hand 2 yrs & over

Class 46 Section A Barren Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over

Class 47 Section A Mare with Foal at foot

Class 48 Section A Foal produce of Mare in above class 47 & eligible for registration in Section A of the Society’s studbook

Class 49 Section A Yearling Colt, Filly or Gelding

Class 50 Section A 2 yrs or 3 yrs Filly or Gelding

WELSH PONY – SECTION B

Judge: Miss D Waller (Delami Stud)

Judging in Ring 6 – To follow Section A classes

Section B Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 51 to 56 to compete in the Section B Championship.

The Boston Challenge Trophy – Kindly donated by Miss M Q Rees will be presented to the Champion B.

The Welsh Pony & Cob Society offer their WPCS In Hand Rosette for the Champion or Reserve Welsh Section B, as per WPCS Rules. Kindly sponsored by Miss L McKenzie, BSc MRCVS.

Equifest Championship

Two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 51 to 56 will qualify for EQUIFEST OPEN MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND IN-HAND Championship.

Class 51 Section B Stallion In-Hand 2 yrs & over

Class 52 Section B Barren Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over

Class 53 Section B Mare with Foal at foot

Class 54 Section B Foal produce of Mare in above class 53 & eligible for registration in Section B of the Society’s studbook

Class 55 Section B Yearling Colt, Filly or Gelding

Class 56 Section B 2 yrs or 3 yrs old, Filly or Gelding

WELSH PONY – SECTION C & D

Judge: Miss D Waller (Delami Stud)

Judging in Ring 6 – To follow Section B classes

Section C & D Championship

1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 57 to 60 to compete for Section C Championship Trophy presented by H Howe (coal merchant) – Will be awarded to the Champion Cob.

Equifest Championship

Two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 57 to 60 will qualify for The EQUIFEST OPEN MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND IN-HAND Championship.

Class 57 Section C or D Stallion, 2 yrs & over

Class 58 Section C or D Mare, Gelding or Broodmare, 4 yrs & over

Class 59 Section C or D Foal, produce of Mare in above class 58

Class 60 Section C or D Yearling, Colt 1, 2 or 3 yrs, Gelding or Filly

SHETLAND PONIES

Judge: Mrs S Spence (Rawside Royal Stud)

Judging in Ring 4 – starts 10:30am

All entrants must be registered with the Shetland Pony Stud-Book Society. Registration details including pony name & registration number must be included on the entry form.

Classes must be confined to SPS-BS registered ponies. Ponies must be named on the entry form and in the catalogue. Society rosettes must only be given to ponies registered with the Society or to foals eligible for registration.

Three-year-old fillies with foals at foot may not be shown. All foals must be a minimum of three weeks old on the day of the Show.

To enter a stallion in any class (in-hand or performance) at an affiliated show, entire males aged 4 years old and over must have an “S” number and have been successfully through either the SPSBS Stallion assessment prior to 2006 or the current SPSBS Voluntary Veterinary Examination.

Ridden stallions MUST display a stallion bridle badge. In hand colts/stallions of two years old or over must be shown bitted and are advised to display a stallion bridle disc which are available to purchase from the SPSBS.

There must be no colts or entire males in Young Handlers classes. Young Handlers must be a minimum of 3 years of age on the day of the show. Children under 14 years old may not show colts (excluding foals) or Stallions in In-hand classes.

Children under 12 years old on the day of the show may not show a Stallion in ridden classes.

In the interests of safety, hard hats conforming to current British Safety standards must be worn, correctly secured, by all handlers aged 14 years or under in In-hand classes.

For Health & safety purposes judges and exhibitors must remain standing whilst in the ring when showing ponies. KNEELING IS NOT PERMITTED.

Hard hats of the current safety standard must be worn by all exhibitors, irrespective of age, in ridden classes.

Ridden and driven ponies must be 4 years old or over.

In ridden Classes, if a rider falls off at any time whilst in the ring, both pony and rider must leave the ring, rider dismounted, and take no further part.

Shetland Pony Stud Book Society Rosettes will be awarded.

Walker Hall Associates Cup will be awarded to the winner of Class 61.

Miniature Shetland Championship – 1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 67 to 68 to compete for John Lethbridge Tankard.

Overall Shetland Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 61 to 69 to compete.

Dorothy Arthur Challenge Trophy donated by Coatham Mundeville Shetland Pony Stud will be presented to the Overall Shetland Champion.

Class 61 Stallion 4 yrs & over

Class 62 Broodmare 4 yrs & over with foal at foot (foals must be a minimum of three weeks)

Class 63 Colt or Filly Foal

Class 64 Yearling, Colt, Filly or Gelding

Class 65 2yr or 3yr old, Colt, Filly or Gelding

Class 66 Gelding or Mare (clean or stinted) 4 yrs & over

Class 67 Best Miniature Shetland Pony, 34ins and under – Stallion, Mare or Gelding, 4 yrs & over

Class 68 Best Miniature Shetland Pony, 34ins and under – Yearling, 2 or 3 yrs old, Colt, Filly or Gelding (Rosette to best foal)

Class 69 Open Coloured Class, any age for registered Coloured Shetland Ponies. Colour being any other than black

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND IN-HAND

Judge: Mrs G Oakes

Judging in Ring 2 – starts 9:15am

Equifest Championship

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 70 to 73 will qualify for The EQUIFEST OPEN MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND IN- HAND Championship. N.P.S Area 4 Northern Breeders Championship

This Show is a qualifier for the NPS Area 4 In Hand Final sponsored by “Gowland Plumbing Services”. The Champion and Reserve Champion from the Riding Pony Breeding, Hunter Pony Breeding and Mountain & Moorland In Hand Classes will qualify for the Final to be held on Monday 25th August 2025 at the NPS Area 4 Summer Show. Qualifiers do not have to be Members of the NPS.

In-hand Mountain & Moorland Championship -1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 70 to 73 to compete for the Mountain & Moorland In-hand Championship. A Cup will be awarded to the Champion.

The Kell Trophy presented by Mr & Mrs T Kell will be awarded to the best Fell Pony in Classes 72 & 73.

Class 70 Registered small Mountain & Moorland Stallion, Mare or Gelding 4yrs & over. Shetland, Dartmoor, Exmoor & Welsh section A & B

Class 71 Registered small Mountain & Moorland yearling 2 or 3yrs old Colt, Filly or Gelding. Shetland, Dartmoor, Exmoor & Welsh section A & B

Class 72 Registered large Mountain & Moorland Stallion, Mare or Gelding 4yrs & over. Dales, Connemara, Fell, Highland, New Forest & Welsh section C & D

Class 73 Registered large Mountain & Moorland Yearling Colt 2 or 3yrs old Colt, Filly or Gelding. Dales, Connemara, Fell, Highland, New Forest & Welsh section C& D

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND LEADING REIN CLASS

Judge: Mrs G Oakes

Judging in Ring 2 – To follow M&M In-hand

Equifest Championship

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in class 74 will qualify for The EQUIFEST OPEN MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND LEAD REIN Championship.

The W. W. Fishburn Classic will be awarded to the 1st prize winner in Class 74.

Rosettes to all entrants.

Class 74 Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over not exceeding 122cms, registered in the Pure Breed Society Stud Books of Dartmoor, Exmoor, New Forest, Shetland, Welsh Section A or B. Riders not to have attained their 9th birthday before 1st January in the current year. To be led by an attendant and shown in a snaffle bridle, the lead rein to be attached to the nose band only.

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND FIRST RIDDEN

Judge: Mrs G Oakes

Judging in Ring 2 – to follow Lead Rein M&M class

Equifest Championships

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 75 will qualify for The EQUIFEST MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND FIRST RIDDEN Championship.

The Sandbeck Chunky Trophy will be awarded to the 1st prize winner in Class 75

Rosettes to all entrants.

Class 75 Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over not exceeding 128cms, registered in The Pure Breed Society Stud Books of Dartmoor, Exmoor, New Forest, Shetland, Welsh Section A or B. Riders not to have attained their 12th birthday before 1st January in the current year. Any suitable bridle acceptable.

Mini Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 73 and 74 to compete

RIDDEN MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND

Judge: Mrs G Oakes

Judging in Ring 2 – to follow M&M Lead Rein, & M&M First Ridden

These classes are open to registered pure bred M&M Stallions, Mares and Geldings four years old or over.

Rider – any age. N.B. Riders of stallions must have attained their 12th birthday.

Equifest Championship

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in classes 76 to 78 will qualify for The EQUIFEST OPEN RIDDEN MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND Championship.

Ridden Mountain & Moorland Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 76 to 78 to compete for the Mountain & Moorland Ridden Championship. The W Law Trophy will be awarded.

Class 76 Ridden Mountain & Moorland “Small Breeds” – Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, Welsh A, Welsh B, excluding lead rein

Class 77 Ridden Mountain & Moorland “Large Breeds” – Dales, Fell, Highland, New Forest, Connemara, Welsh C, Welsh D

Class 78 Ridden Mountain & Moorland – Junior class. Rider 18 years & under. No lead-rein.

HORSE & PONY RIDING CLASSES

Judge: Mrs D Smith

Judging in Ring 3 – starts 9:00am

Horse & Pony Riding Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 79 to 82 to compete.

The Bog Hall Trophy, kindly supplied by the late Mr Ralph Brown will be awarded for the Riding Championship.

Tally-Ho Trophy will be awarded to the Leading Rein winner in class 79.

Fieldmaster Trophy, presented by Mr W Burton, will be awarded to winner of class 80.

Ages on Show Day. Rosettes to be presented to all entrants in classes 79 and 80.

Class 79 Leading Rein Pony Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over. To be shown in snaffle bridle with lead rein attached to the noseband. Riders 8 yrs & under. Min age 3 yrs.

Class 80 First Ridden Pony Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over not exceeding 128cms. Rider 12 yrs & under. Min age 3 yrs.

Class 81 Best Pony Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over not exceeding 148cms. Rider 16 & under.

Class 82 Best Horse or Pony Mare or Gelding 4 yrs & over. Rider 17 yrs & over

SENIOR CLASSES

Judge: Mrs D Smith

Judging in Ring 3 – Not before 10.30am

Equifest Championships

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in class 82 will qualify for The EQUIFEST OPEN IN-HAND VETERAN Championship.

The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in class 83 will qualify for The EQUIFEST OPEN RIDDEN VETERAN Championship.

Senior Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 82 and 83 to compete for the Senior Championship.

SSADL Home Produced Qualifiers are OPEN to both Members and Non-Members of SSADL. No Spurs with the exception to senior side saddle riders. No Galloping or canter extensions, No Wearing of Face/Body Jewelry with the exception to the ear ring used by competitors with health problems. Foals are NOT permitted SSADL Classes. For In- Hand Classes – Minimum age of handler = 11 years old. First Ridden ponies/riders will be asked after the initial walk round to come into the centre of the ring. First Ridden Competitors will only canter in their individual shows. Lead Rein Riders/First Ridden competitors: If a strip section is required a lead rein rider MUST stay mounted.

STALLIONS- Either for In Hand or Ridden classes, Competitors Must be 16 years of age or over. Competitors cannot enter the ring once the command of trot has been given. The same rider/handler/pony/horse combination must stay the same from qualifier to Grand Finals, unless special circumstances should arise, then it will be left to the discretion of the Directors and Advisory Committee to oversee this rule if required.

ALL COMPETITORS SHOULD AQUAINT THEMSELVES WITH SSADL RULES BEFORE ENTERING SSADL

Rulebook can be found at www.seniorshowinganddressage.co.uk

2025 Qualification System: SSADL Members will receive their own qualification card. This is to be signed in the at time of judging/presentation. This is the members’ responsibility to ensure the right qualifier is signed for.

1. 1st to 6th in each age group will qualify for the London International Horse Show 2nd round qualifiers 2025.

2. 1st to 6th from each AGE section will qualify for the SSADL

Members Open Challenge. (Lead Rein Ponies are NOT permitted) Open to all types and Breeds.

Members Mountain and Moorland Challenge. (Lead Rein Ponies are NOT permitted)

Members Foreign Breeds Challenge.

3. The 6 highest placed Lead/or First Ridden Members Lead Rein/First Ridden Challenge

4. 1st – 3rd in each age group will qualify for the Senior of Year Championship

(If a competitor has already qualified the qualification can be passed down the line).

Once a member has filled out their qualification card to the relevant classes then said card must be sent into the Office by normal post no later than the 30^thAugust 2025.

REMEMBER TO PHOTOCOPY YOUR CARD.

Non – Members Qualification cards will be handed out in the ring to the six highest placed competitors in each section these are for Non-Members ONLY

Qualification cards MUST be returned to SSADL Head Office within the 10-day period of date of show along with a 2025 Membership application completed and payment made. Once a qualification card/membership is sent in correctly along with payment only then will Members be eligible for the Members Challenge Preliminary rounds and Challenge Finals to the held at the SSADL National Championship Show on the 20th & 21st September 2025 at Onley Grounds, Rugby, Warwickshire.

Please make a copy of your card and do not send recorded delivery.

For Further Showing Information -Head Office, Suncrest, 119 High Lane, Brown Edge, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire. ST6 8RTTel 01782 503526 New e-mail info@ seniorshowinganddressage.co.uk www.seniorshowinganddressage.co.uk

Class 83 Mixed age In Hand Pony or Horse – 15 Years old & over

Class 84 Mixed age Ridden Pony or Horse – 15 Years old & over

BEST RIDER

Judge: Mrs A Redpath

Judging in Ring 3 – Not before 12:30pm

Best Rider Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 85 to 87 to compete for the Best Rider Championship. Erica Williams Trophy will be awarded to the Best Rider Champion. Rosettes to be presented to all entrants in classes 85 and 86. Ages on Show Day.

Class 85 Best Rider 8 yrs & under on leading rein (Min age 3 yrs)

Class 86 Best Rider 12 yrs & under

Class 87 Best Rider 17 yrs & under

YOUNG HANDLER

Judge: Mrs A Redpath

Judging in Ring 3 – To follow Best Rider classes

Handlers to be judged on ability, style, turnout and presentation of the pony to the Judge. No Stallions or Colts allowed. Ages on Show Day.

Rosettes to all entrants and a Trophy to the winner of each class.

Class 88 Best Young Handler 10 yrs & under (Min age 3 yrs)

Class 89 Best Young Handler 11-16 yrs old

HORSE-DRAWN TURNOUT

Judge: Mrs C Slee

Judging in Ring 2 – not before 1:00pm

Horse-Drawn Turnout Championship

1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 91 to 94 to compete for The Turnout Championship, to be awarded The Wheatley Wilson Cup Kindly presented by Mr K Wilson, and to be awarded £50, Reserve Champion – £25

A cup kindly donated by L J Thompson & Family is awarded to 1st place in Class 90 –

Junior Driving. Sashes also donated for all competitors. * Heavy Horses to compete in Heavy Horse Turnout section only.

Class 90 Junior Driving (16 yrs & under)

Class 91 Exercise Cart

Class 92 Pony – not exceeding 128cms

Class 93 Best Horse-Drawn (Turn out) – Private

Class 94 Best Horse-Drawn (Turn out) – Tradesman

FANCY DRESS

Judge: Mayor & Mayoress of Sedgefield

Judging in Main Ring – At 2.30pm

Entry Fee: £2.00

Prize Money: 1st £10.00 2nd £6.00 3rd £5.00 4th £4.00 5th £3.00 6th £2.00

Special Rosettes to all entries

Entries can be made on show day by 2.00pm at Equine Secretary’s Tent next to Ring 6.

Class 95 Equine Fancy Dress Competitors 16 yrs & under. Ponies to be mounted, lead or driven.

Riders to be wearing regulation Safety Riding Hat. Handlers under 16 must also wear a regulation Safety Riding Hat

CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

Judge: Mrs D Drysdale

Judging in Ring 4 – Not before 1.30pm

The winner will be the combination of both the horse/pony & rider, who in the opinion of the Judge, presents the most pleasing picture. Ages on show day.

Concours d’Elegance of Great Britain

First, second and third placed horses/ponies not already qualified in eligible classes will qualify for the Champion of Britain Title classes to be held at Onley Equestrian Centre, Rugby, Warwickshire on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th August 2025. If a horse/pony has already qualified, cards may be handed down to 6th place at judge’s discretion. Each qualified horse/pony will receive a qualification card in the ring which will enable the owner to enter the Championship Show, provided the owner and rider/handler are, or become registered with the Concours d’Elegance Society within 21 days of the qualifying show. No horse registration is required.

NB. All riders to be wearing regulation Safety Riding Hat.

Riders of 18 & over who chose to compete without regulation headwear must submit a completed disclaimer form before show day. Vouchers generously donated by RJR Designs, will be awarded to 1st prize winners in each class.

Concours d’Elegance Championship – 1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 96 to 98 to compete for the Concours d’Elegance Championship.

Class 96 Concours d’Elegance – Junior. Rider 16 years & under

Class 97 Concours d’Elegance – Senior. Rider 17 yrs & over.

Class 98 Concours d’Elegance – In Hand – any age

For up-to-date information telephone the secretary on 07960 107 111

or see www.eqconcoursgb.com

NOVELTY & FUN CLASSES

Judge: Mr D Thompson

Judging in Ring 6 – Not before 2.30pm

Entry Fee: £5.00

Prize Money: 1st £5.00 2nd £3.00 3rd £2.00

Special Rosettes to all entries

Entries to be made on the day by 2.00pm at Equine Secretary’s Tent, next to Ring 6. Riders to be wearing regulation Safety Riding Hat. Handlers under 16 must also wear a regulation Safety Riding Hat.

Novelty & Fun Championship

1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 99 to 104 to compete.

Class 99 Best Palomino or Cream (In-hand)

Class 100 Prettiest Mare (In-hand)

Class 101 Most handsome Gelding (In-hand)

Class 102 Novice Young Handler (under 16 yrs)

Class 103 Best Combination on Lead Rein

Class 104 Best Combination off Lead Rein

UNAFFILIATED SHOW JUMPING

Organised by South Durham Hunt Pony Club

CLEAR ROUND JUMPING

Ring 7 – From 10.45am to 12.00pm

Entry – £3.00 on show day

SHOW JUMPING

Ring 7 – From 12.00pm

Online Entry Fee: £8.00 Pre entries close on Monday 21st July 2025

Show Day Entry Fee: £10.00 Enter at the Show Jumping Tent, next to horse-walk.

Prize Money: 1st £10.00 2nd £6.00 3rd £4.00

4th, 5th & 6th Rosettes

Special Rosettes to all entries in Class 105

All Horses & Ponies must be accompanied with a valid Horse Passport.

Classes all to jump first round, and then against clock if clear. Ages on show day.

Class 105 Lead rein, 8 years and under. Cross poles.

Class 106 Just off lead rein – can be helped around ring with assistance.

Cross poles (competitors not eligible for class 105)

Class 107 Fences 50cm height, riders 10 years and under.

Class 108 Fences 55cm height, riders 12 years and under.

Class 109 Fences max 60cm height, riders any age.

Class 110 Fences max 70cm height, riders any age

2025 Equine Schedule

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