Show Date
Sat, Dec 16, 2023
Starting Times:
Open to riders 18’s and under only. Ages as of 1 January 2023
2ND INDOOR ARENA – Novelty Classes Start 9.30am. Gymkhana not before 2pm
MAIN INDOOR ARENA - Start 10:00am.
Times: Times will be uploaded on Thursday 14th December after 4pm on our website.
Info:
MAGICAL MANE:
Best festive dressed mane
Info:
TWINKLING TAIL:
Best festive dressed tail
Class
3
Pony the Judge would like to take Home
Info:
HORSE/PONY SANTA WOULD LIKE TO WHISK AWAY ON HIS SLEIGH: Will be split into sections depending on entries with an overall winner.
Info:
LITTLE STAR FAMILY EQUINE: Ridden Class – Horse/Pony must be suitable for more than one member of the family.
An individual show for the judge to include walk/trot/canter and a change of rein (canter optional).
Will be split if sufficient entries.
Info:
CHRISTMAS CANDLE GOLDEN OLDIE: Veteran horse/pony (16 years and over) – must bring passport to confirm age (in-hand or ridden)
Info:
FABULOUSLY FESTIVE FANCY DRESS NOT BEFORE 12:30PM:
Will be split into sections depending on entries with an overall winner.
Class
7
Cross Pole Jumping (0.20m - 0.30m )
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Info:
TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE CROSS POLES
Section A: Assisted
Section B: Unassisted
*Can be assisted or lead rein 10 years or under*
Class
8
Show Jumping (0.30m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Info:
LORDS A LEAPING JUMPING
Section A: Assisted
Section B: Unassisted
Class
9
Show Jumping (0.40m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Info:
FROSTIE SNOW JUMPING
Class
10
Ride & Run (0.40m)
Info:
RIDE AND REINDEER RUN: Ride a course of 8 fences then dismount and ride a hobby horse over the course. Timed rounds, fastest clear wins.
Class
11
Horse & Hound (0.40m)
Info:
SLEIGH HORSE AND SNOW DOG (must have a dog): Riders to complete a course of 8 fences, then after dismounting run a course on foot with your dog in tow! Timed rounds, fastest clear wins.
Class
12
Show Jumping (0.50m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Class
13
Show Jumping (0.60m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Class
14
Show Jumping (0.70m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Info:
SEVEN SWANS A SWIMMING
Class
15
Pairs Show Jumping (0.70m)
Info:
PARTRIDGE IN A PAIRS JUMPING
Info:
AGLITTER ADVENT ACCUMALATOR - 8 FENCES WITH A JOKER FENCE
Info:
RACE 1
SANTA SOCKS
Ride as fast as possible and take a sock off the last post and ride back
And pop the sock in the bucket.
RACE 2
PRESENT PICK UP
Ride as fast as possible, jump off and pick up a present and run back
with your pony.
RACE 3
SANTA’S SACK RACE
Bend down the poles, jump off and climb into the sack and jump back.
RACE 4
SANTA’S NEED FOR SPEED
Trot up, canter back, trot up and walk back.
RACE 5
MUSICAL POLES
Poles set out randomly and you have to ride to a pole as quickly as possible to get
through to the next round. Each round one pole will be removed.
Will be split into the following sections. (Must compete in the same section for all races)
A – Assisted
B – 10 years and under
C – 11 to 18 years
Ages as of 1 January 2023
Show Secretary:
Alexandra Richards
Solihull Equestrian Centre, Four Ashes Road, Bentley Heath, Solihull, W Midlands B938QE
Close of Entries: Entries will close on Thursday 14th December at Midday (unless entries are full prior to the closing date) so that times can be allocated and uploaded onto our website.
18’s and under only
Ages as of 1 January 2023
The main indoor arena will be split to accommodate a small warmup area.
The 4th arena can used as an overflow warmup for the main indoor classes.
Payment Details & Event Fees
NO entries accepted on the day. ONLY entries in advance 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.
Rosettes by Black Betty Banners
All show jumping classes sponsored by Warwickshire Horse Boxes
Rosettes kindly sponsored by Bedmax Bedding
Withdrawals: NO refunds or transfers will be given after the times have been issued.
General Rules
Horses/ponies 4 years and over.
HATS must be worn whenever mounted to the current standard. Correct dress and footwear with a defined heel must be worn.
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. 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.
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.
MERRY CHRISTMAS ON BEHALF OF ALL STAFF AND COMMITTEE AT SOLIHULL
Email Secretary - alex@solihullridingclub.co.uk
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