Entries close the preceding Thursday at 9am. Late entries will be taken at a £3 charge per class. If classes are full a waiting list will be kept.
Telephone entries will no longer be taken - all entries should be made online at www.solihullridingclub.co.uk/events

OPEN/RESTRICTED SECTIONS – DRESSAGE ONLY CLASSES:
Classes will be split OPEN and RESTRICTED sections if there are more than ten starters that go down the center line. 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.

SECTIONS ARE ONLY SPLIT IF THERE ARE MORE THAN 10 ENTRIES THAT GO DOWN THE CENTER LINE

Bridle numbers must be worn, either on your bridle or saddle cloth.
Callers ARE permitted.
Whips ARE permitted.
Classes will be judged under British Dressage rules with the exception of callers and whips.
British Dressage Tack and Dress rules will apply.
Horses may only enter once in each class competitively.
Any objections or complaints MUST be done so through a legitimate complaint’s 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

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.

ENTRY FEE (per class): £17.00

PRIZES:

1st Place – sash, trophy + PRIZE 
2nd Place – rosette and voucher
3rd Place – rosette and voucher

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 once times are issued.

General Rules
HATS must be worn whenever mounted
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.

 General rules - The organiser reserves the right to amend the schedule.