Veteran Horse Society Midlands Spring Show (Going Ahead)


Show Date
Sun, May 11, 2025
Closing Date
Thu, May 1, 2025
Entries Open
Tue, Apr 1, 2025
Starting Times:
Ring 1 Kindly Sponsored by Commencing at 9.00 am – Judge Mr Jack Mills
Ring 2 Commencing at 10.00am – Judge: Area Qualifier 2025 Kindly sponsored by Allen & Page
Ring 1 Commencing at 1:00pm – Judge: Veteran Horse Society Direct Qualifier 2025 Kindly Sponsored by Allen & Page Direct Qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2025

Class 1
Best Turned Out    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Open to all. In Hand or ridden.
Class 2
In Hand Youngstock    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Yearling, 2 & 3 yr olds
Class 3
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Large and small breeds (will be split if entries warrant)
Class 4
In Hand Plaited    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Hacks, Hunters, Show or Show Hunter pony, Riding Horse.
Class 5
In Hand Cob    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Hogged or Traditional
Class 6
In Hand Coloured Horse/ Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Inc Alternative colours, Piebald, Skewbald, Palomino, Dun, Spotted, Cremello, Roan
Class 7
In Hand Foreign Breeds    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Class 8
In Hand Miniature Horse    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Class 9
Young Handler    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
14 years and under to be judged on ability not the pony/horse, hard hats to be worn – no stallions.
Class 10
Lead Rein Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Not before 1pm. Rider 8 years and under, pony not to exceed 12.2hh
Class 11
First Ridden Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Rider 12 yrs & under pony not to exceed 13.2hh
Class 12
Ridden Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Inc Lead Rein (to be split if entries warrant)
Class 13
Ridden Cob    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Hogged or Traditional
Class 14
Ridden Plaited Horse & Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Hacks, Hunters Show or Show Hunter Pony, Riding Horse
Class 15
Ridden Coloured    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Inc alternative colours, piebald, Skewbald, Palomino, dun, Spotted, Cremello, Roan.
Class 16
Open Ridden    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Member Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Non-lead Rein, an open show class
Class 17 CH1
In Hand Championship    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Info:
1st and 2nd places from classes 1 – 9 after completion of In-hand classes in Ring 1.
Class 18 CH2
Ridden Championship    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Info:
1st and 2nd places from classes 10 - 16 after completion of ridden classes in Ring 1.
Class 19 F
In Hand Diamond Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£17.50
Member Fee:
£12.50
Info:
In Hand Diamond Veteran Area Qualifier
25 years and over. Any breed and any height. 1st – 4th qualify for Regional Finals
Class 20 F
In Hand Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£17.50
Member Fee:
£12.50
Info:
In Hand Veteran Area Qualifier
20-24 years old. Any breed and any height. 1st – 4th qualify for Regional Finals
Class 21 F
In Hand Pre-Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£17.50
Member Fee:
£12.50
Info:
In Hand Pre-Veteran Area Qualifier
15-19 years old. Any breed and any height. 1st – 4th qualify for Regional Finals
Class 22 F
Ridden Diamond Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£17.50
Member Fee:
£12.50
Info:
Ridden Diamond Veteran Area Qualifier
25 years and over. Any breed and any height. 1st – 4th qualify for Regional Finals
Class 23 F
Ridden Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£17.50
Member Fee:
£12.50
Info:
Ridden Veteran Area Qualifier
20-24 years old. Any breed and any height. 1st – 4th qualify for Regional Finals
Class 24 F
Ridden Pre-Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£17.50
Member Fee:
£12.50
Info:
Ridden Pre-Veteran Area Qualifier
15-19 years old. Any breed and any height. 1st – 4th qualify for Regional Finals
Class 25 D
In Hand Diamond Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Info:
In Hand Diamond Veteran Direct Qualifier 2025
25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 26 D
In Hand Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Info:
In Hand Veteran Direct Qualifier 2025
20-24 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 27 D
In Hand Pre-Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Info:
In Hand Pre-Veteran Direct Qualifier 2025
15-19 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 28 D
Ridden Diamond Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Ridden Diamond Veteran Direct Qualifier 2025
25 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 29 D
Ridden Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Ridden Veteran Direct Qualifier 2025
20-24 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 30 D
Ridden Pre-Veteran    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£22.00
Info:
Ridden Pre-Veteran Direct Qualifier 2025
15-19 years and over. Any breed and any height.
Class 31 CH3
Supreme Championship    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Info:
Veteran Champion of the Midlands Spring Show 2025: Open to 1st and 2nd places from classes 1D – 6D.

Show Secretary: Veteran Horse Society Shows - Julianne Aston
Veteran Horse Society, 19 Cylch Llan, New Quay, Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA45 9PE
Tel: 01239 881300, Mobile: 07789514004, Email: info@veteran-horse-society.co.uk


Location
Rugby Riding Club Showground, Rainsbrook Avenue, Ashlawn Road, Rugby, Warwickshire CV225EP

Show Information
Entries open 1st April, On-line Entries close 1st May
Official Photographer: VLS Photography

Payment Details & Event Fees
Show Secretary: 8 Barrack Close, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B75 7HB. Tel: 07805 397144

ONLINE ENTRY via www.myridinglife.com

Area Qualifier VHS Member £12.50, Non-Member £17.50
Direct Qualifier VHS Member £22.00
Open Show Classes £15.00
First aid contribution per Competitor £5.00

Stabling Information: Yes
Local stabling is available near to the showground and can be booked by contacting:
Michelle Hinks-Brown on 07941 156066
Sam or Alyson on 07725 793596
Amy Pugh on 07949 771980
Lesley Pugh on 07721 333958
Please also Google - Stable & Stay Warwick

Prize Information
Overall Veteran Champion - £100 cash prize kindly donated by Mobility Care Services Ltd
The Reserve Veteran Champion to be presented with a beautiful Saddle cloth kindly sponsored by Allen & Page.

Terms & Conditions
GENERAL SHOW RULES 1. This show is run in accordance with Veteran Horse Society rules. Please refer to VHS Rulebook. 2. By entering any class at this show, the competitor agrees to abide by all aspects of Veteran Horses Society rules, including those in the VHS Rulebook and those explicitly outlined in this schedule 3. 4. . 5. Exhibitors under the age of 18 must have the declaration on the entry form signed by a parent/guardian. 6. Failure to observe any of the rules may result in disqualification of the horse/pony concerned and/or the Exhibitor may be requested to leave the showground. 7. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to fully insure their personal property and animals for which they are responsible whilst on the Showground. Exhibitors are required to have liability insurance cover for their exhibits whilst at the show. 8. Behaviour of an offensive, abusive or unpleasant manner to any person on the Showground will not be tolerated. Any person found to be doing so will be asked to leave the Showground with their exhibits immediately. They may be subject to the VHS disciplinary procedure and all entry/stabling fees, prizes etc. will be forfeited. 9. No person shall ill-treat any animal at any time whether by misuse/excessive use of a whip, bit, item of tack/saddlery or in any other way whatsoever. A Welfare Officer will always be present at the show ground. 10. All exhibitors are asked to be aware of animals on the Showground and ensure that all exhibits are fit and well. If anybody has reason to believe that a horse/pony is unfit, they must report this to the organisers immediately. 11. All horses to be accompanied by a valid equine passport which must be produced upon request. 12. Entry fees are non-refundable after the close of entries in any circumstance. Requests for refunds prior to this date must be made in writing to the Show Secretary together with a valid veterinary or medical certificate. 13. Entries will not be accepted without full payment. 14. Cheques are not acceptable, unless permission is granted from Head Office and must be received 3 weeks prior to the show. 15. Competitor numbers can be collected from the Show Secretary on the day. 16. Horse/Pony age badges should be worn in all classes. These can be ordered from VHS Head Office. A limited supply will be available for purchase from the Show Secretary on the day. 17. The organisers reserve the right to refuse any entry at their discretion. 18. The organisers reserve the right to limit entries, change, cancel, split or amalgamate classes as they see fit. 19. The organisers take cannot be held responsible where a competitor has entered more than one class and a clash occurs. Whilst every reasonable effort will be made to allow competitors to compete in both, this may not always be possible. The judge’s decision is final. 20. It is mandatory for all riders to wear correctly secured riding hats to the current approved BSI or European standard (except for side-saddle exhibits where SSA rules apply). 21. Hat disclaimer - Any competitor aged 18 or over wishing to wear other headgear during a class may do so at entirely their own risk. A disclaimer must be signed by the competitor and given to the Show Secretary 1 hour before the class begins. 22. Body Protectors may be worn. 23. Motorbikes and quad bikes are not be permitted on the Showground. 24. Bicycles and scooters must not be ridden near rings or horses. 25. Buggies and mobility vehicles may not be driven around the show, unless an exemption has been granted in writing by the organisers. Only exhibitors with a medical disability will be granted dispensation. All persons must be over 18 years of age and have a valid licence and appropriate insurance. 26. Dogs are always to be kept under control and on a lead. Loose dogs will be impounded and will not be released until a payment of £40 is made. Owners are to clean up after their dog. Any person found to disregard this rule will be fined £40. All payments will be donated directly to Veteran Equine Trust: 1104072 27. The organisers do not accept any liability for any accident, injury, loss, damage or illness to any riders, handlers, spectators, horses, ponies or to any property whatsoever and howsoever caused. 28. Handlers of a lead rein are not required to be Day or Full Members for the Direct Qualifier. 29. To enter Classes 1D – 6D no qualification is necessary but Full or Day Membership is required 14 days prior to the Show

 

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