Show Date
Sun, Dec 10, 2023
Starting Times:
HOSTED BY WEST WARWICKSHIRE BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB
Start Times: Times will be uploaded on the SRC website: www.solihullridingclub.co.uk/times from 4pm onwards on Thursday 7th December 2023
Class
1
Pony Club Barrier Animal Health Spring Festival Debut Area (0.80m)
Info:
Combination of horse/pony and rider are NOT eligible if they have:
• Represented their Branch/Centre at PC90 in any Show Jumping or Area Eventing Competitions
• Been placed 1st – 3rd as an individual in the Showjumping or Eventing Regional Championships on two occasions
Rider is NOT eligible if they have:
• Previously competed at the Spring Festival PC110 Grand Prix Championships; or
• The Pony Club Show Jumping Final at Hickstead
Class
2
Pony Club Barrier Animal Health Spring Festival Challenge Area (0.90m)
Info:
Combination of horse/pony and rider are NOT eligible if they have:
• Completed a PC110 Area Level or above competition in previous years.
• Previously ever finished 1st to 3rd as an individual at the Pony Club Championships at PC90 level or above on two occasions
Class
3
Pony Club Open Grand Prix Area (1.00m)
Info:
Combination of horse/pony and rider are NOT eligible if they have:
• Previously ever finished 1st to 3rd as an individual at the Pony Club Championships at PC100 level or above on two occasions
Class
4
Pony Club Open Grand Prix Area (1.10m)
Info:
Rider is NOT eligible if they have previously competed at the PC80 Spring Festival Area Competition in the same year
Show Secretary:
Alexandra Richards
Solihull Equestrian Centre, Four Ashes Road, Bentley Heath, Solihull, W Midlands B938QE
Close of Entries: 9am on Tuesday 5th December 2023 – No entries will be taken on the day
All classes will be judged under BS Table A7 unless there is equality for qualifying places then a jump off will decide. If minor non-qualifying places are needed, then time in the first round will decide.
All classes at Area Competitions are to be built to maximum height and dimensions. All dimensions apply to the first round of each competition, the jump off will be higher.
All members must attend their own Area Qualifier, no exemptions will be given. For each Championship class, competitors may qualify a maximum of three horses/ponies.
Payment Details & Event Fees
Entries in advance only - online entries. You can enter using our Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Solihull Riding Club.
You will receive an email confirmation of your class entry and payment.
Entry Fees: All classes – £18 per individual
Rosettes: 1st – 8th in all classes
Withdrawals: In the unfortunate event of a withdrawal please alert the secretary by 9am on Tuesday 5th December 2023 – we regret no refunds or transfers will be made after the close of entries, this rule will be strictly adhered to.
Rules:
Area Competitions – will be run in accordance with The Pony Club Show Jumping 2023 Rule Book and The Pony Club Spring Festival Show Jumping 2024 Rules.
Whip Use – in all Pony Club Show Jumping, excessive use of the whip, including repeated slapping down the shoulder, is prohibited. The rules state that the whip may be used a maximum of three times during any round. Use of the whip will be monitored, especially at the Championships, and excessive use may result in elimination at the discretion of the judges.
Saddlery & Dress – at Area Competitions and the Finals, The Pony Club Saddlery and Dress Rules Apply.
Important Information
A combination of horse/pony and rider CAN qualify for both the PC80 Championships and PC90 Spring Festival Championships in the same year but CANNOT also qualify for the PC110 Grand Prix Championships.
Riders CANNOT compete at the PC80 Spring Festival Area Competition and the PC110 Grand Prix Area Competition in the same year.
Riders CAN compete at the PC90 Area Competition and the PC110 Grand Prix Area Competition. Any combination of horse/pony and rider who qualify for both the PC90 Championship and PC110 Grand Prix Championship in the same year must nominate which class they wish to compete in on the day they qualify so that the qualification can be passed down the line. Riders can ride in both Championships if they have qualified on different horses.
SRC General Rules
HATS must be worn whenever mounted and conform to PAS015 (2011). VG01.040 2014-12. with a BSI Kite mark or Inspec IC mark
ASTM F1163.2004a onwards with SEI mark SNELL 2016 (No additional mark required)
ONLY Jockey skull hats without a peak (greater than 5mm smooth and rounded in nature) may be worn for cross country. Hat silks may be worn with flexible peak. It must also comply with the above safety standards for hats.
BODY PROTECTORS A body protector is obligatory for all arena eventing and cross-country events and are also strongly recommended for all show jumping events. A BETA Level 3 2009 (purple label) or 2018 (blue label) must be worn. Body protectors should be fitted and worn as per the manufacturer’s instructions. If a rider chooses to wear an airbag style body protector it must be worn over a permitted body protector and if activated, must be deflated or removed before continuing. Hybrid Air jackets and Helite Air Jackets are permitted. It is recommended that body protectors are replaced once they are more than 5 years old. Riders wearing Exo Body Cage protectors must inform the secretary at all events.
CORRECT dress & footwear with defined heels must be worn. Long hair is to be suitably tied up.
ALL horses and ponies must be five years old and over.
ENTRIES accepted at rider’s risk. SRC reserve the right to refuse an entry at their discretion, cancel, amend or amalgamate any class for any reason whatsoever. The Judge’s decision is final.
INSURANCE Each competitor must carry their own liability insurance whether Riding Club, Pony Club, BHS, BS, BD, BE or independent cover.
HEALTH & SAFETY The organisers of this event have taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present. For these measures to be effective everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructions of the organisers and all the officials and stewards. Those attending this event must report any accidents to the secretary or organizer of the event.
Please do not leave unattended horses tied to lorries and no hay nets to be tied to the outside of lorries or trailers.
Solihull Riding Club welcomes responsible dog owners. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY save for the death or injury caused by the negligence of the organisers of the event, no liability is accepted for any accident, loss or damage, injury or illness to horses, ponies, owners, riders, spectators, vehicles their contents and accessories, or any other person or property whatsoever, whether caused by their negligence, breach of contract or in any way whatsoever.
Please ENTER ONLINE: www.solihullridingclub.co.uk/events
Email Secretary - alex@solihullridingclub.co.uk
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