Late entries may be available, charged at £5/extra/class - we recommend entering ahead of the closing date to avoid disappointment and late entry fees.

Send entries in advance to Optimum Event Management. To enter, use one of the following methods: A: Online via our website www.optimumeventmanagement.co.uk using our secure online entry system, payment goes direct to Optimum Event Management. You will receive an email confirmation of your class entry and payment details.

As per British Dressage rules.  

Vending machines offering hot & cold drinks and snacks are located within the viewing gallery.

Once a competitor's entry has been accepted, it will be assumed that they intend to take part unless we are notified to the contrary (in writing). No refund will be made to those withdrawing after the close of entries. A full refund will be made for horses put onto a waiting list, but not eventually offered a place. In the event of a competition being cancelled, £2.50 per horse, per class will be retained. The remainder will be refunded to all entrants. Competitors on waiting lists who choose to withdraw will have 50% of their total entry fees refunded.

1. Competitors withdrawing prior to the closing date are offered free transfer to a future competition or 50% refund.  Those withdrawing after the closing date are not entitled to any transfer/refund.
2. All Dressage competitions will run under British Dressage rules, unless stated otherwise.  A copy of the rules can be downloaded from the British Dressage website.
3. All horses must be vaccinated in accordance with the relevant governing body.
4. The organisers reserve the right to refuse any entry without reason, to cancel or alter any class, section or competition as they see fit without giving reason.  
5. The Judge's and organisers decision is final.  Any objections must be lodged with the Secretary within 15 minutes of the incident and supported by a £25 deposit, which will be returned if the objection is upheld.
6. Optimum Event Management, the organisers, their representatives, or helpers/volunteers do not accept any liability for injury, damage or loss suffered by spectators, competitors, their horses, grooms, friends, vehicles or property, however caused and under and circumstances, except proven negligence of the organisers.  Claims for negligence against the organisers must be submitted in writing on the day of the competition/event.
7. Correct riding attire must be worn by competitors and those attending clinics.  Current BSI kite marked standard hard hats must be worn at all times whilst mounted and we recommend when handling horses on the ground.
8. The welfare and health of all horses attending any competition/event organised by Optimum Event Management is paramount.  Any horse deemed to be sick or injured in any way, will immediately be eliminated and the owner asked to remove the horse from the premises.
9. In the event of any competition/event being cancelled, the organisers shall retain an administration fee of £2.50/class entry.  It is the competitors responsibility to contact the organiser on 07881 802129 to confirm if an event is cancelled.
10. Lunging is not permitted in any arena.
11. If horses are being walked in-hand within an arena, the individual in control of that horse is recommended to wear appropriate PPE such as gloves, sturdy footwear and a correctly fitted and secured hard hat.
12. Waiting lists will be kept should a competition/event become over-subscribed.  Classes may start early and run into the evening, depending upon entry numbers.
13. Well behaved dogs are permitted, but must be kept on a lead at all times and any mess cleared up immediately.
14. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
15. It is the responsibility of all those attending competitions/events organised by Optimum Event Management to ensure the grounds of the venue are kept clean and tidy, with litter put into bins provided or taken home with you and droppings cleared from the lorry park before you leave.
16. All competitors/horse owners must ensure their horse has equestrian related public liability insurance cover.

Upon completion of entry into any Optimum Event Management competition/event, you agree to this set of terms & conditions.