80th Kimpton Horse Show (Going Ahead)


Show Date
Sun, Jul 28, 2024

Class 1
Mini Show Jumping (0.60m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Commencing 9.00am prompt.
Horses/ponies 4 years and over.
Show jumping classes 1 & 2 will be run as one height class and split into a junior section for riders aged 16 years and under and a senior section for riders over 16. Separate prizes will apply for each junior and senior section.
Class 2
Novice Show Jumping (0.70m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses/ponies 4 years and over. Rider & horse combination not to have won more than £50 in show jumping competitions. Show jumping classes 1 & 2 will be run as one height class and split into a junior section for riders aged 16 years and under and a senior section for riders over 16. Separate prizes will apply for each junior and senior section.
Class 3
Chase me Charlie (0.70m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Two Phase
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horse/ponies 4 years and over. Jumps raised at each round, clears in each round go through to the next round. Starting height 70cm
Class 4
Accumulator    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses/ponies 4 years and over. Competition run against the clock with points accumulated for fences successfully cleared. To include a ‘joker’ fence worth double points, or minus points if a fault is incurred.
Class 5
Small Open Show Jumping (0.80m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Two Phase
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horse 4 years and over.
KINGS KESTREL MEMORIAL CUP
Class 6
Open Show Jumping (0.90m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Two Phase
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horse 4 years and over.
Class 7
Horse & Hound (0.60m - 0.70m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses, ponies & dogs any height. Riders any age. Time penalties for faults. Competition against the clock. Jumps 60-70cm.
Class 8
Hobby Horse    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Hobby horses provided for entrants’ use. A small course jumped on foot. Prizes will be split Juniors and Seniors.
Class 9
Best Turned Out    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Commencing 8.30am prompt
Horses and ponies 4 years and over. To be shown under saddle.
Class 10
In Hand Best Condition    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
BEST CONDITION AT GRASS
For horses kept at grass all year round, to be shown in-hand
Class 11
In Hand Best Condition    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
BEST CONDITION STABLE KEPT
or horse stabled/partly stabled throughout year, to be shown in-hand
Class 12
In Hand Odd Coloured Horse    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Appaloosa, Dun, Palomino, Roan, Spotted. Horse or Pony any height.
Class 13
In Hand Coloured Horse/ Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
For piebald/skewbald. Horse or pony any height.
Class 14
Ridden Odd Coloured    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Appaloosa, Dun, Palomino, Roan, Spotted. Horse or Pony any height. To be judged on conformation and quality of colour
Class 15
Ridden Coloured    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horse or pony any height. For piebald/skewbald only.

COLOURED CHAMPIONSHIP
All 1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 12-15 Sashes to the Champion & Reserve
Class 16
Driving Type    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Will not commence before 1pm
Open to horses or ponies of any height to be considered suitable for driving purposes.
Class 17
Ridden Foreign Breeds    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Eligible breeds include: Appaloosa, Andalusian, Caspian, Cleveland Bay, Eriskay, French Breton, Friesian, Holsteiner, Icelandic, Knabstrupper, Lippizaner, Lusitano, Morgan, Norwegian Fjord & Warmblood. May be shown in traditional tack.
Class 18
Retrained Race Horses    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses to be aged 4 years and over, measuring 15hh and over. Open to Thoroughbreds who have retired from racing and are now retrained. To be judged on conformation, manners and way of going. Blemishes are not considered. Horses must be registered with Weatherbys General Stud Book or overseas equivalent.
Class 19
Concours d’Elegance    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
To be judged on the overall picture of elegance presented by horse/pony and rider including appearance, conformation, and individual show. Horses and ponies 4 years and over, riders any age.
Class 20
Riding Club Horse or Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Pony to not exceed 153cm (15hh), rider under 25 years on 1/1/22. Horse exceeding 153cm. (15hh), rider any age. Horses/ponies 4 years & over. To be judged on the suitability for all riding club activities. Competitors may be required to jump a small fence.

RIDDEN HORSE/PONY CHAMPIONSHIP
All 1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 17 – 20, 35, 36, 37 & 39 Sashes to the Champion & Reserve
Class 21
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horse or pony of any height.
Class 22
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
ALL WELSH BREEDS
To be shown in their natural state
Class 23
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
ALL BREEDS EXCL. WELSH
To be shown in their natural state
Class 24
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Registered or unregistered, pony aged 4 & over. Welsh Breeds Sections A & B, Shetland, Dartmoor, & Exmoor
Class 25
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Registered or unregistered pony aged 4 & over. Welsh Breeds Sections C & D, New Forest, Connemara, Fell, Dales & Highland Fraser of Lancett Memorial Cup

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND CHAMPIONSHIP
All 1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 21-25 Sashes to the Champion & Reserve
Class 26
Ridden Pre-Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses and ponies 15 years to 19 years, any breed and height. Rider any age.
Class 27
Ridden Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses and ponies 20-24 years, any breed and height. Rider any age
Class 28
Ridden Diamond Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses and ponies 25 years & over, any breed and height. Rider any age
Class 29
In Hand Pre-Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses and ponies 15 years to 19 years, any breed and height. Handler any age
Class 30
In Hand Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses and ponies 20-24 years, any breed and height. Handler any age
Class 31
In Hand Veteran Plus    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses and ponies 25 years & over, any breed and height. Handler any age

VETERAN CHAMPIONSHIP
All 1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 26-31 Sashes to the Champion & Reserve
Class 32
Clear Round Working Hunter    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£2.00
Info:
Open to any Horse or Pony. £2 ringside on the day. Rosettes to all clear rounds.
Class 33
Novice Working Hunter (0.60m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Will not commence before 9:30am
Rider any age. Horses and ponies 4 years and over. Fences not to exceed 60cm. To be judged on jumping, conformation, show and style. This class will be run as one height class and split into a junior section for riders aged 16 years and under and a senior section for riders over 16. Separate prizes will apply for each junior and senior section.
Class 34
Open Working Hunter (0.85m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Rider any age. Horse and ponies 4 years and over. Fences will not exceed 85cm. To be judged on jumping, conformation, show and style.
Class 35
Riding Horse    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Riders of any age. Horse to be aged 4 years and over, measuring 15hh and over. To be judged on conformation, manners and way of going
Class 36
Riding Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Rider under 25 years on 1/1/23. Pony to not exceed 153cm (15hh),
Class 37
In Hand Cob & Maxi Cob    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Open to horses or ponies of any height. Rider any age.
Class 38
Show Hunter    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Riders of any age. Horses to be aged 4 years and over, measuring 15hh and over. The winner of this class will be presented with the Richardson Rose Bowl
Class 39
Ridden Cob/ Maxi Cob    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Open to horses or ponies of any height. Rider any age.
Class 40
Show Hunter Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 4
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Rider any age. Pony 4 years and over. 15hh and under.

HUNTER CHAMPIONSHIP
All 1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 33, 34, 38 & 40 Sashes to the Champion & Reserve
Class 41
Clear Round Show Jumping (0.45m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£2.00
Info:
Commencing 8.45am. Prompt.
Jumps approx. 45cm to start. Height of jumps to be raised at intervals during the day. Rosettes to all clear rounds. Entry £2 per round at the ringside on the day.
Class 42
Pole Class (0.50m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Commencing 10am approx
Poles on the floor. Horses/ponies may be led.
Class 43
Cross Pole Jumping (0.40m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Horses/ponies may be led.
Class 44
Cradle Stakes Jumping (0.50m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 5
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Jumps approx. 50cm in first round. Ponies may be led. Pony or rider not to have previously won any money under British Showjumping (BS) Rules
Class 45
Nursery Stakes (0.55m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Jumps approx. 55cm in first round. Pony or rider not to have previously won any money under BS Rules.
Class 46
Youngstock    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Commencing 9am Prompt
Yearling, two or three year olds. Colt, filly or gelding. No foals
Class 47
Novice Ridden    
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Class 48
Lead Rein Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
To include Mountain & Moorland. Pony to be 12hh & under. Rider 9 years & under on 1/1/22
Class 49
First Ridden Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
To include Mountain & Moorland Pony to be 12.2hh & under. Rider under 11yrs on 1/1/22
Class 50
Young Handler    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Handler under 14yrs on 1/1/23. To be shown in-hand. Young handlers may be assisted
Class 51
Best Young Rider    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
To be judged on the ability of the young rider to show horse or pony to its best advantage in individual show and over a small jump. Rider under 16yrs on 1/1/23.

MINI CHAMPIONSHIP
All 1st & 2nd prize winners from classes 48-51 Sashes to the Champion & Reserve
Class 52
Fancy Dress    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Info:
Commencing from 12:30noon.
To be shown mounted or in-hand. The children’s involvement in creating the costume will be taken into consideration by the Judge. Riding hats and correct footwear must be worn by all competitors. Rider/handlers 16 years and under.
Class 53 A
Longest Tail    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Horses and ponies may be ridden on or off the leading rein, or shown in-hand.
Class 53 B
Scruffiest Mane    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Horses and ponies may be ridden on or off the leading rein, or shown in-hand.
Class 53 C
Thelwell Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Horses and ponies may be ridden on or off the leading rein, or shown in-hand.
Class 53 D
Owner look-a-like    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Horses and ponies may be ridden on or off the leading rein, or shown in-hand.
Class 53 E
Prettiest Mare    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Horses and ponies may be ridden on or off the leading rein, or shown in-hand.
Class 53 F
Handsomest Gelding    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Horses and ponies may be ridden on or off the leading rein, or shown in-hand.
Class 53 G
Horse/ Pony Judge would like to take Home    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£3.00
Info:
Horses and ponies may be ridden on or off the leading rein, or shown in-hand.
Class 54
Gymkhana    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 6
Entry Fee:
£10.00
Info:
£10 for all 5 races. Tickets sold from the secretary’s box on the day, all riders must have paid the £3 first aid fee and have a competitor back number. Riders will be divided into groups depending on age:
Group A Riders 5 years & under. Ponies to be on a leading rein
Group B Riders 6 - 10 years inclusive.
Group C Riders 11 - 15 years inclusive.
Group D Riders 16 years and over

Riders can be led in any section. Races for each section will include the following and will be explained on the day:
BENDING
CARTON
EGG & SPOON
RIDE & RUN
FLAG RACE
Championship rosette presented to the horse/rider combination accumulating the greatest number of points in each group.

CONSOLATION RACE
For all competitors who haven’t yet won a rosette, rosettes for all entrants.

Show Secretary: Kimpton Horse Show Entries Secretary - Francesca Harding
The Hoo Farm, Whitwell, Hertfordshire, SG4 8AE
Mobile: 07952 351051, Email: secretary@kimptonhorseshow.co.uk


Location
Kimpton Horse Show, Kimpton, Hertfordshire
Map Link: Kimpton Horse Show

Show Information
Postal and online entries can be made up until 9pm on Friday 26th July. All entries after this time will incur a charge of £2 on top of the cost of the class entry fee and will be classed as an ‘on the day’ entry.

Showing Judges
Classes 9-15: Mrs C Dew
Class 16: Cindy Moreau Hills
Classes 17-20: Ms J Uhart
Classes 21-25: Mrs V Bruce
Classes 26-31: Mr M Surman
Classes 33-40: Vanessa Marmon Jones
Classes 46-51: Mr K Pickwick
Classes 52-53: Mrs K Doubleday

Payment Details & Event Fees
Postal and online entries can be made up until 9pm on Friday 26th July. All entries after this time will incur a charge of £2 on top of the cost of the class entry fee and will be classed as an ‘on the day’ entry. We now accept card payments at the show for entries.
You can enter using a Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Kimpton Horse Show.
You will receive an email confirmation of your class entry and payment.

FIRST AID: £3 per person

Prize Information
The Harding Perpetual Challenge Trophy
This Trophy will be awarded to the combination of horse and rider who accumulates the greatest number of points throughout the Show. Points will be awarded in all classes except Gymkhana, Fancy Dress, Personality Pony and Clear Round Jumping, as follows: 1st. Place - 12 Points 2nd. Place - 8 Points 3rd. Place - 4 Points 4th. Place - 2 Points

The Wren Perpetual Challenge Trophy
This Trophy will be awarded to the combination of horse and rider who accumulate the second greatest number of points throughout the Show. Points will be awarded in all classes except gymkhana, fancy dress, personality pony and clear round jumping, as above.

Both the Wren and Harding Trophies stay with the committee throughout the year. They unfortunately cannot be taken home with the winners.
All class trophies are for winners to take home and keep

Special Classes
Qualifying Class Information

It is the responsibility of the competitor to ascertain the qualification requirements for all qualifying classes. For rules and enquiries please visit the following:

Concours d’Elegance Society of GB
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 Grounds Equestrian Centre on 24th-25th August 2024. If a horse/pony has already qualified, cards may be handed down to 6th place at the judge’s discretion. Each qualified horse/pony will receive a qualification card in the ring which will enable the owner to enter the Championship Show, provided the owner and rider/handler are, or become, registered with the Concours d’Elegance Society within 21 days of the qualifying show. No horse registration is required. For up to date information telephone the secretary on 07960 107111 or see www.eqconcoursgb.com

The Sunshine Tour
This show is a qualifier for The Sunshine Tour Championships held at The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead from 12th-15th September 2024. The Championships are for unaffiliated and amateur competitors in Dressage from Intro to Elementary, Show Jumping from Lead Rein to 1.05m; Showing for lead rein, in-hand, ridden, working hunter, veterans, plus many more, Eventers Challenge from 60cm through to 1m. Qualification: 1st – 4th in dressage, show jumping & showing and 1st-6th in eventers challenges. Bring your Personal Qualification Form available from www.sunshinetour.co.uk or ask the Secretary for a ‘Wild Card’. Rules and restrictions apply, please check the website www.sunshinetour.co.uk for Terms & Conditions.

Veteran Horse Society – AREA QUALIFIER 2024
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 inimmediate disqualification. VHS Regional Final qualification. All competitors placed 1 st to 4 th in each Area Qualifier class will qualify for the corresponding class at VHS Regional Finals. Members must carry their card in the ring at all times and have their showing card signed by the judge as proof of qualification. Non-members will receive a red qualification card which can be exchanged for signed showing card when applying for VHS membership, this MUST be done within 21 days of qualification. It is the competitors’ responsibility to present their Showing card to the judge. Regional Finals are open to members only. All competitors are eligible to enter open classes at the National Veteran Championships, 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 in 2024. For further information please visit the VHS website www.veteran-horse-society.co.uk or phone the VHS Show Office on 01239 881300 or 07789 514004.

British Appaloosa Society Merit
A British Appaloosa Society Merit will be awarded to the highest placed BApS member with a BApS registered horse (including part-breds) in classes 12, 14, 17 and 46. BApS Membership cards must be shown to the show secretary to claim your merits on completion of your classes. It is the members responsibility to get the slip signed by the secretary and return the Merit slips to BApS to claim their award following the show.

Terms & Conditions
Cantering or galloping on the showground, except in the rings or in the immediate vicinity of the practice ring, is strictly prohibited. Anyone violating this rule is liable to be disqualified from all classes with no refund on entry fees.
Only well-behaved colts or stallions will be permitted on the showground. Any animal deemed to be showing dangerous behaviour will be asked to leave.
No lunging of horses or ponies on the showground or in practice rings.
Proof of age may be required in appropriate classes where age limits apply, prize money may be withheld until this is produced.
Age as on the day of the show unless otherwise stated.
For safety reasons hard hats to at least current BS standard must be worn at all times when mounted on the showground and a jacket must be worn when jumping. Body protectors are also recommended.
In the event of classes clashing or running late, entry fees WILL NOT be refunded; competitors must choose which class they want to compete in. Refund of entry fees will only be made on production of a doctors or vets certificate. Entrants arriving late will not be admitted into a class unless at the judge’s discretion.
Any objection to any award must be lodged in writing at the secretary’s caravan, on the showground, within thirty minutes of the end of the judging of the class in question. The objector must pay a deposit of £10 to the secretary when the objection is lodged.
Neither the committee, nor any judge or steward or other official shall be liable for injury to the person, the horse or any other personal property of any competitor, spectator, or other person, however arising. It is an express condition of entry that each competitor shall hold the committee, judges, stewards and other officials harmless in respect of all such injury or damage.
Authorised officials and competitors ONLY are allowed in the ring. The decision of the judges and committee is final

 

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