Show Date

Thu, Mar 7, 2024

Closing Date

Tue, Mar 5, 2024

Email:

office@solihullridingclub.co.uk

Website:

www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

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Show Secretary: Alexandra Richards

Solihull RC, Four Ashes Road, Solihull, W Midlands, B93 8QE
Tel: 01564 770180, Email: alex@solihullridingclub.co.uk, Website: www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

Show Information

Entries close 48 hours prior. Late entries will be taken at a £3 charge per class. If classes are full a waiting list will be kept.

OPEN/RESTRICTED SECTIONS – DRESSAGE ONLY CLASSES:
Classes at Introductory and Preliminary level will be split into OPEN and RESTRICTED sections if there are more than six starters. The RESTRICTED section is open only to combinations who have not been placed first or second at the level of the class or above more than three times with a score of more than 65.00% or who have not been placed first or second at a Championship at the level of the class or above. The OPEN section is open to all, including horses/ponies and riders who are currently registered with British Dressage. The appropriate classes at Championships will also be split accordingly.
WE WILL ONLY SPLIT SECTIONS IF THERE ARE 10 OR MORE STARTERS PER CLASS
Classes will be judged under BD rules. Bridle numbers OR saddle pad numbers must be worn. ONE ON EACH SIDE
Horses may only enter once in each class competitively.
Any objections or complaints MUST be done so through a legitimate complaints procedure. You must place a £10.00 deposit alongside your written complaint. This complaint will then be assessed by the executive committee. If your complaint is found to be legitimate, you will be refunded your £10.00.

Payment Details & Event Fees

Telephone entries will no longer be taken - all entries should be made online at www.solihullridingclub.co.uk/events
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Solihull Riding Club.
You will receive an email confirmation of your class entry and payment. Please check your email to confirm payment was successful.

Prize Information

Rosettes to 10th place in each section.
Vouchers 1st – 3rd in each section.
o £15.00 1st
o £10.00 2nd
o £5.00 3rd

Special Classes

Championship show: For the championship show, there will be additional sections of junior and senior. Competitors will be sectioned into RESTRICTED and OPEN by the event team at the point of issuing times according to your qualification status.

Withdrawals/Refunds

Withdrawals: - In the unfortunate event of withdrawal, please advise the secretary by 9am on the Monday prior to the competition. We regret no refunds will be made once times are issued. No transfers will be made after 9am on the preceding day.

Terms & Conditions

We run in conjunction with British Dressage rules. HATS must be worn whenever mounted and up to the current safety standard. 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 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. 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. ALL horses and ponies must be four years old and over. ALL Riders to be 4 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.