Show Date
Sat, Jun 28, 2025
Closing Date
Thu, Jun 26, 2025
Starting Times:
The timetable in the schedule is approximate and although the organisers will make every effort to maintain the timetable, The Committee reserves the right to make any alterations as it sees fit.
Ring 1 – Hunters, Sports Horses, Veterans, Coloured & Retrained Racehorses
Judge – Lady Ria Holmes (Lincolnshire)
Ring 2 – Children Classes / Novelty Classes
Judge – John Harvey (Cheshire)
Ring 3 – M&M, Cobs, Arabs, Shetlands, Hacks, Riding Horse & Side Saddle
Judge – Helen Singleton Bell (Yorkshire)
Ring 4 – Warm Up
Ring 5 – Show Jumping 20/30cm – 90cm
Judge – Andrew Walker (Yorkshire)
Class
1
In Hand Pre-Veteran
Class
3
In Hand Diamond Veteran
Class
4
Ridden Pre-Veteran
Class
6
Ridden Diamond Veteran
Class
7
Coloured Youngstock
Info:
Youngstock 1-3 year old
Class
8
In Hand Non-Native
Class
9
In Hand Native Cobs & Traditionals
Class
10
Ridden Non-Native
Class
11
Ridden Native Cobs & Traditionals
Class
12
In Hand Retraining of Racehorse
Class
13
In Hand Sports Horse Youngstock
Info:
Youngstock Sports Horse 1-3 years old
Class
14
In Hand Sports Horse
Class
15
Ridden Retraining of Racehorse
Class
16
Ridden Sports Horse
Class
17
Ridden Lightweight Hunter
Class
18
Ridden Middleweight Hunter
Class
19
Ridden Heavyweight Hunter
Info:
All 1st & 2nd places from class numbers 1-19 to come forward.
Class
21
Riding Club Horse or Pony (0.70m)
Info:
Horse / Pony Judged on versatility, manners, and suitability for riding club activities. Will be required to jump a small jump (70 CM). Open to Adults & Juniors
Class
22
Local Horse or Pony
Info:
Horse / Pony open to locally stabled or owned horses/ponies, judged on suitability and turnout. Open to Adults & Juniors
Class
23
Family Horse & Pony
Info:
Horse / Pony – A safe, sensible mount suitable for all family members, judged on temperament and rideability. Open to Adults & Juniors
Info:
Horse / Pony – Judged on cleanliness, turnout, and overall presentation of horse/pony and rider/handler. Open to Adults & Juniors
Class
25
Adult Fancy Dress
Info:
A fun class for riders in creative costumes, judged on originality and effort.
Class
26
In Hand Best Condition
Info:
Judged on overall health, condition, and grooming of the horse/pony. JUNIORS ONLY
Class
27
Prettiest Mare/ Handsomest Gelding
Info:
Bonny Mare / Handsome Gelding (In Hand or Ridden) A fun class judging the appeal and presence of the horse/pony, whether led or ridden. JUNIORS ONLY
Class
28
Ridden Best Condition
Info:
Evaluates the horse’s fitness, health, and turnout under saddle. JUNIORS ONLY
Class
29
Best Figure of Eight
Info:
Riders perform a figure-of-eight pattern, judged on balance, accuracy, and smooth transitions. JUNIORS ONLY
Class
30
Junior Fancy Dress
Info:
For young riders/handlers in costume, showcasing creativity and presentation. JUNIORS ONLY
Info:
For junior handlers showing their horse/pony in-hand, judged on turnout, control, and handling skills. JUNIORS ONLY
Info:
Rider 8 years and under – For young riders who are new to showing, judged on control, confidence, and position. JUNIORS ONLY
Info:
12.2hh and under, Rider 10 years and under – A class for young riders led by an adult, focusing on balance, confidence, and pony manners. JUNIORS ONLY
Class
34
First Ridden Pony
Info:
Rider 12 years and under – For young riders transitioning from lead rein, judged on independence, control, and overall way of going. JUNIORS ONLY
Class
35
Ridden Show Pony/ Show Hunter Pony
Info:
Judged on conformation, movement, and way of going, with an emphasis on show presence and suitability. JUNIORS ONLY
Class
36
In Hand Shetland
Class
37
Ladies Classical Side Saddle
Info:
Hack exceeding 148cm but not exceeding 160cm.
Class
39
Ridden Riding Horse
Info:
Horse exceeding 148cm.
Class
44
Anglo & Part Bred Arabs
Class
45
In Hand Traditional Gypsy Cobs Youngstock
Info:
Open to fillies, colts and geldings aged 1, 2 and 3 Years old
Class
46 A
In Hand Traditional Gypsy Cobs Small Breeds
Info:
In Hand Senior Open to mares, stallions and geldings aged 4 years and over. Not to exceed 148cm
Class
46 B
In Hand Traditional Gypsy Cobs Large Breeds
Info:
In Hand Senior Open to mares, stallions and geldings aged 4 years and over. 148cm and above
Class
47
Ridden Traditional Gypsy Cobs Small Breeds
Info:
Ridden Open to mares, stallions and geldings aged 4 years and over. Not to exceed 148cm
Class
48
Ridden Traditional Gypsy Cobs Large Breeds
Info:
Ridden Open to mares, stallions and geldings aged 4 years and over. 148cm and above
Class
49
Mountain & Moorland Youngstock
Info:
Open to fillies, colts and geldings aged 1, 2 and 3 Years old
Class
50
In Hand Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds
Class
51
In Hand Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds
Class
52
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds
Class
53
Ridden Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds
Info:
All 1st & 2nd places from class numbers 36- 53 to come forward.
Class
55
Clear Round Show Jumping (0.20m - 0.30m )
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Info:
Lead Rein & Arena assistance will be allowed.
Class
56
Show Jumping (0.40m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Info:
Senior / Junior – Arena assistance will be allowed.
Class
57
Show Jumping (0.50m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Class
58
Show Jumping (0.60m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Class
59
Show Jumping (0.70m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Class
60
Pairs Show Jumping (0.75m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Class
61
Show Jumping (0.80m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Class
62
Show Jumping (0.90m)
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Show Secretary:
Honley Horse Show Secretary - Becci Brown
Farnley Tyas Showground, Huddersfield, West Yorks HD46UW
ENTRIES DEADLINE Thursday 26th June 6pm
Parking
HORSE BOXES WILL BE ALLOWED ACCESS ONTO THE SHOW GROUND FROM 8am.
ALL box drivers are obliged to co-operate with the parking stewards.
The Committee reserves the right to refuse entry to those who do not co-operate.
Vaccinations
ALL EQUINES MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PASSPORT.
RANDOM CHECKS WILL BE CARRIED OUT ON THE SHOWGROUND.
Please make sure you have your passport ready.
EQUINE FLU – All equines attending Honley Agricultural Show must have been vaccinated for Equine Influenza within the past 12 months.
The requirement for the first 3 vaccinations is as follows:
First 2 vaccinations 21 – 60 days apart;
Third booster between 120-180 days;
Annual booster vaccination within 6 months or 12 months depending on governing body.
No horse/pony should enter competitions within 7 days of an EI vaccination
No equine should enter competitions within 7 days of an El vaccination
Foals should commence vaccinations at 6 months old.
All owners are urged to adhere to strict biosecurity protocols at all times.
Rules
Hard hats that conform to current BHS regulations must be worn by all riders within the showground when mounted.
All stallions must be shown correctly bitted.
Children under 14 years old may not show colts (with the exception of foals) or stallions in In-Hand classes.
Children under 12 years old may not show Stallions in Ridden Classes.
ALL RIDERS/ HANDLERS MUST DISPLAY THEIR ANIMAL’S COMPETITOR NUMBER AT ALL TIMES WHEN EITHER RIDING OR LEADING THEIR ANIMAL ANYWHERE ON THE SHOWGROUND.
Whiskers/ Sensory Hairs
All equines should present with no evidence of whiskers or sensory hairs having been trimmed or removed (other than for veterinary purposes, in which case you must provide written proof from your Vet; this proof must be available at the Show if requested by a Show Official). Sensory hairs are the hard hairs located on the horse’s muzzle and around the eyes, also known as ‘whiskers’ that are used for sensation. Any competitor in breach of this will be disqualified.
Payment Details & Event Fees
PRE-ENTRIES through www.myridinglife.com, our Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Honley Show.
You will receive an email confirmation of your entry and payment.
ENTRY FEES for ALL classes – £12.00 Pre Entries, £15.00 on the day.
Entries will be taken on the day at the section secretary discretion.
ENTRY PASS ALLOCATION – 1 Horse/Pony = 2 Wristbands (to be collected on the day)
Tickets will be required to access the main Show field. Once arrived and parked please come to the horse secretary tent to collect your competitor number.
ALL EXHIBITORS MUST HAVE PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
PRIZE MONEY – 1st – £15, 2nd – £10, 3rd – £5.00 Rosettes to 3rd place.
All prize money / vouchers will be paid by cash on the day, any not collected will be retained by the show.
ALL EXHIBITORS MUST HAVE PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
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