Rules

General

1. All horses/ponies must be 15 years old & over at time of registration.
2. The Judges decision is Final.
3. No horse/pony may enter the ring after the judging process has begun and the Steward has closed
    the ring.
4. Hats must be approved current BSI standard and chin straps fastened when worn at all times. If bowlers and top hats are worn for the evening performance then the riders must be covered by their own insurance.
5. No boots – including over reach boots are to be worn.
6. Complaints will only be investigated when submitted in writing and payment for £25 has been received.
7. Only 15+ Horse & Pony Event members and registered horses can compete at Member Only days.
8. In the event of any change of ownership or address the organisation must be informed in writing.
9. Membership will run for twelve months from the date issued on your membership card.
10. All horses/ponies must have their passports with them when attending shows as you may have to produce them if requested.
11. Competitors must not enter a class where they have had any involvement with the Judge in the preceding twelve months. This includes being related to the Judge or where the Judge has owned,  ridden or trained the horse/pony in the preceding twelve months.
12. No make up of any colour permitted on the horses/ponies.
13. Horses/ponies that have suffered injuries in the past that has caused scarring will not be penalised.
14. All tack must be clean and in good order.
15. Market harborough’s, running reins and martingales are not permitted.
16. Lead-rein handlers must be 15+ Horse & Pony Events members.

Horses/Ponies

1. Stallions/colts must not be led by any Juniors that have not attained their 14th birthday.
2. Stallions must not be ridden by Juniors that have not attained their 12th birthday.
3. Horses/ponies must be trimmed and shown as set down by their relevant breed societies.
4. Any foals accompanying the mare in the ring must be wearing a head collar and be led by a handler.

Riders/Handlers

1. No facial jewellery or earrings to be worn.
2. Only blunt spurs to be worn. Spurs are not permitted to be worn by riders 17yrs & under.
3. Show canes/whips are not to exceed 30” (75cms). Driving whips not included.
4. Riders must have attained their 3rd birthday on the day of the show unless otherwise stated.
5. In-hand handlers must be minimum age of 7 years old.
6. All riders/handlers to be clean and neatly turned out.
7. In-hand Junior handlers must wear Hard hats with chin strap fastened.

Should you require more information please don’t hesitate to contact Linda McLintock.

Tel:  01588 650180
e.mail:  horse15plus@aol.com