HATS must be worn whenever mounted. 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 hiure/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 office/secretary at all hire events.

CORRECT dress & footwear with defined heels must be worn.

ALL horses and ponies must be four years old and over.

Riders only 8 years old and over will be permitted to hire/ride on any part of the XC facilities.

Riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult with a working mobile phone at all times.

ENTRIES accepted at rider’s risk. SRC reserve the right to refuse an entry at their discretion, cancel, amend or amalgamate any booking for any reason whatsoever. INSURANCE Each rider must carry their own liability insurance whether Riding Club, Pony Club, BHS, BS, BD, BE or independent cover.

HEALTH & SAFETY The organisers of this hire 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 any hire event must report any accidents to the office ASAP. Please report any broken jumps or damage to the office or grounds team immediately. 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. By entering this hire event and making payment, you are electronically signing the declaration prior to riding the course/XC facilities, that you have read and fully understand the course rules and agree to abide by them.