This competition will run under BRC Rules, anyone in attendance will be bound by the BRC Code of Conduct. It is important that all competitors are aware of the rules relating to this competition – please see the current BRC Handbook and also the BRC Rule Amendments and Changes Document which can be found at the link below: https://www.bhs.org.uk/british-riding-clubs/brc-handbook/
Hats
All hats must have a visible current BRC/BE/PC hat tag in place before they are worn on the showground, to show that they meet the current safety standards. There will be an Official Steward available on the day to do this for you if your hat does not currently have one. For up to date hat rules please see the current BRC Handbook.
DRESS: Everyone mounted, whether competing or not must wear a hard hat conforming to the
current standards with a harness properly adjusted and fastened. No other hats will be allowed and
skullcap hats must be worn with a silk. Gloves and numbers must be worn
Body Protectors
A body protector is not mandatory for this competition but can be worn.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
DRESS: Everyone mounted, whether competing or not must wear a hard hat conforming to the current standards with a harness properly adjusted and fastened. No other hats will be allowed and skullcap hats must be worn with a silk.
Turnout: Un-plaited and jackets not required if hot. ENTRIES: No verbal entries will be accepted. No entry fee will be returned without the production of a current veterinary certificate or doctor’s certificate. No entry will be accepted without the appropriate fee. .In the event of cancellation £3 will be retained to cover administration costs.
ORGANISER’S RIGHTS: The organisers reserve the right to alter, change, cancel and / or amalgamate classes or refuse entry without stating a reason. The judge’s /organiser’s decision is final. All competitors must abide by the steward’s instruction. Any persons riding or acting in a dangerous or inconsiderate manner or misusing whip or spurs may be asked to leave the showground and may be banned from future shows.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: Save for death and personal injury caused by the negligence of the owners or anyone for whom they are in law responsible, neither the organisers of the event to whom the rules apply nor the Ardingly Riding Club nor any agent, employee or representative of the Club accept any liability for accident, damage, loss, illness or injury to horses, owners, riders, spectators or any other person or property whatsoever whether caused by their negligence, breach of contract, or in any way whatsoever.
OBJECTIONS: Must be made to the Secretary in writing within 30 minutes of the incident accompanied by a £20 deposit, returnable if the objection is sustained.
HORSES, DOGS: etc Dogs, bicycles, roller blades or similar are not permitted on the showground. Dogs must be confined to the owners ’vehicle. Horses / ponies must not be tied up outside boxes / trailers or to the railings and no haynets outside of vehicles If any Horse / pony have been in contact with an infectious disease, it should not attend any shows, clinics etc. No lungeing is allowed in the parking, competition or warm up arenas / areas
PARKING: All drivers are asked to enter and leave the car park with due consideration for other users. Vehicles shall be parked in a neat and sensible manner in the car park. Droppings, hay and other rubbish is not to be left in the car park.
HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY: The organiser has the overall responsibility for Health and Safety. The event is organised in accordance with H & S legislation and all who have (to any extent) control of premises or site at the event are responsible for ensuring that (a) everything reasonably practical is done to ensure the H & S and welfare of those attending the event (b) they conduct themselves so that they do not put themselves or anyone else at risk (c) access and egress to the site is safe. All competitors should comply with the rules of the venue.All competitiors must have third party liability insurance, membership of a BRC affiliated club or BHS gold membership provides cover
PHOTOGRAPHS: for this event may be used online. Photos may also be used in show reports to newspapers/magazines. By entering this Show you are agreeing to this condition. If you have any objections please contact the show secretary