The Swallowfield Horse Show (Going Ahead)

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Show Date
Sun, Aug 24, 2025 to Mon, Aug 25, 2025
Closing Date
Tue, Aug 19, 2025
Photos:
https://www.waynejonesphotography.com/
Email:
secretary@swallowfieldshow.co.uk
Website:
www.swallowfieldshow.co.uk
Starting Times:

Sunday 24th August

  • Ring 1 – Show Jumping - Clear round at each height after class. To Start at 10am. Class 5 will not start until after 1:30pm.
  • Ring 2 – Ridden Showing to Start at 10am. Class 11 will not start until after 1:30pm.
  • Ring 3 – In-hand Showing to Start at 10am. Class 19 will not start until after 1:30pm.


Monday 25th August

  • Ring 1 – Show Jumping - Clear round at each height after class. To Start at 10am. Class 28 will not start until after 1:30pm.
  • Ring 2 - Dressage - to start at 9am (times will be available on our Facebook page the Thursday before the show). 
  • Ring 2 – Gymkhana to start at 12:30pm.
  • Ring 3 – Showing Classes to Start at 10am. Class 40 will not start until after 1:30pm.
Class 1
Cross Pole Jumping    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Edmonds Accountancy
Info:
Competitors may be led Clear round at each height after class - entries on the day only.
Class 2
50cm Open (0.50m)    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Edmonds Accountancy
Info:
Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 3
60cm Open (0.60m)    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Edmonds Accountancy
Info:
Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 4
70cm Open (0.70m)    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Edmonds Accountancy
Info:
Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 5
Working Hunter (0.50m)    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Edmonds Accountancy
Info:
Class 5 will not start until after 1:30pm Non-traditional format as an introduction to working hunter classes Required to jump small course of 3-4 jumps and do individual show. If insufficient entries, it may be combined with the 80cm working hunter class. (Course available at both 50cm and 80cm)
Class 6
Working Hunter (0.80m)    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Edmonds Accountancy
Info:
Non-traditional format as an introduction to working hunter classes Required to jump small course of 3-4 jumps and do individual show. If insufficient entries, it may be combined with the 50cm working hunter class. (Course available at both 50cm and 80cm)
Class 7
Ridden Show Hunter Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Edmonds Accountancy Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14
Info:
Will not be required to jump
Class 8
Ridden Tack & Turnout    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Valley Veterinary Group
Info:
Rosette for Highest Placed Traditional and Side Saddle Rider
Class 9
Ridden Mountain & Moorland    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Warings Bakery
Info:
Rosette for best placed side saddle Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14
Class 10
Ridden Ex Racehorse    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Scott Dunn’s Equine Clinic
Info:
Rosette for best placed Side Saddle Rider Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14
Class 11
Family Mount    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Precision Plumbing and Heating
Info:
Will not start until after 1:30pm Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14
Class 12
Ridden Cob    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Eversley and California FC
Info:
Rosette for highest placed Traditional and highest placed side saddle rider Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14
Class 13
Veterans    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Eira’s Equestrian Extras
Info:
Horses and ponies over 15 years of age Rosette for best placed side saddle rider Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14
Class 14
Ridden Coloured    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Info:
Rosette for best placed side saddle rider. Open to coloureds and odd coloured horses (dun, palominos, spotty, roan) Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14
Class 14 a
Championship    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Prizes:
Ridden Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 7-14 Champion and Reserve Champion vouchers kindly sponsored by Millwheel Tack Shop
Info:
Qualification only on the day.
Class 15
In Hand Youngstock    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by OJM farm and Equine Ltd
Info:
Horses/Ponies to be 3 years old or younger.
Class 16
In Hand Condition & Turnout    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Wolf and Hooves
Info:
In-hand Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 16-22
Class 17
In Hand Mountain & Moorland    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by
Info:
In-hand Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 16-22
Class 18
In Hand Coloured    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Mill House Hotel
Info:
Will not start until after 1:30pm Open to coloureds and odd coloured horses (dun, palominos, spotty, roan) In-hand Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 16-22
Class 19
In Hand Veteran    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Cane End Stud
Info:
Horses and ponies over 15 years of age In-hand Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 16-22
Class 20
In Hand Cob    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by MJT Landscapes Ltd
Info:
Rosette for Highest Placed Traditional In-hand Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 16-22
Class 21
In Hand Miniatures & Shetlands    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Swallowfield Medical Practice
Info:
Open to Shetland and Mini Horses (Under 11.2hh) In-hand Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 16-22
Class 22
Championship    
Day:
Sun
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Prizes:
Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 16-22. Vouchers kindly sponsored by Millwheel Tack Shop Champion - £50 Reserve Champion - £25
Info:
Qualification only on the day.
Class 23
Pole Class    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by ACC Contracting
Info:
Poles on the Ground! Can be led. Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 24
Cross Pole Jumping    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by ACC Contracting
Info:
Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 25
50cm Open (0.50m)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by ACC Contracting
Info:
Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 26
60cm Open (0.60m)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by ACC Contracting
Info:
Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 27
70cm Open (0.70m)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by New Inn Heckfield
Info:
Will not start until after 1:30pm Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 28
80cm Open (0.80m)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Yappy Days Dog Daycare
Info:
Clear round at each height after class - (Entries on the day only)
Class 29
Chase me Charlie    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Precision Plumbing and Heating
Info:
Jumps will get higher each round, starting at 60cm Free of charge if entered into 2 other jumping classes on either day
Class 30
Introductory - Test 1 (2024)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Oakland Park Ltd
Info:
To start at 9am (no late entries) Times available on our Facebook page the Thursday before the show
Class 31
Introductory - Test 2 (2024)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Oakland Park Ltd
Info:
**NEW BD TEST PRELIM 2 (2024)** To start at 9am (no late entries) Times available on our Facebook page the Thursday before the show
Class 32
Preliminary - Test 2 (2024)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Oakland Park Ltd
Info:
To start at 9am (no late entries) Times available on our Facebook page the Thursday before the show
Class 33
Best Rescue Horse or Pony    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by Scott Dunn’s Equine Clinic
Info:
Rosette for Highest Placed Traditional and Side Saddle Rider Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 35-39
Class 34
Judges Choice    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by AP Property Renovations
Info:
Rosette for Highest Placed Traditional and Side Saddle Rider Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 35-39
Class 35
First Ridden Pony    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly sponsored by Wolf and Hooves
Info:
Can be led but same combination cannot enter lead rein (class 39) Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 35-39
Class 36
Lead Rein Pony    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by
Info:
May not enter First Ridden (class 38) Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 35-39
Class 37
Best Loan/ Lease Horse or Pony    
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by One Stop Spencer’s Wood
Info:
can be ridden or in hand not owned by person showing or their family
Class 38
Ridden Riding Horse/ Pony    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored by MJT Landscapes
Info:
Rosette for Highest Placed Traditional and Side Saddle Rider Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 35-39
Class 39 a
Championship    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Prizes:
Ridden and In-hand Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 35-39. Champion and Reserve Champion vouchers kindly sponsored by MillWheel Tack Shop
Info:
Qualification only on the day.
Class 40
Cheekiest Horse or Pony    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored and judged by McCarthy Holden
Info:
Will not start until after 1:30pm Can be ridden or in-hand unless otherwise stated. Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 40-44
Class 41
Prettiest Mare    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored and judged by McCarthy Holden
Info:
Can be ridden or in-hand unless otherwise stated. Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 40-44
Class 42
Handsomest Gelding    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored and judged by McCarthy Holden
Info:
Can be ridden or in-hand unless otherwise stated. Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 40-44
Class 43
Best 6 Legs    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored and judged by McCarthy Holden
Info:
In-hand ONLY Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 40-44
Class 44
Childs Best Friend    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£8.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored and judged by McCarthy Holden
Info:
Can be ridden or in-hand unless otherwise stated. Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 40-44
Class 45
Fancy Dress    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Entry Fee:
£6.00
Prizes:
Kindly Sponsored and judged by McCarthy Holden
Info:
Not included in Championship
Class 46
Championship    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 3
Prizes:
Championship for those placed 1st and 2nd in Classes 40-44 Vouchers kindly sponsored by Millwheel Tack Shop Champion - £50 Reserve Champion - £25
Info:
Qualification on the day only.
Class 47
Gymkhana (Lead Rein)    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£20.00
Info:
To Start at 12:30pm. Lead Rein only! Entry is for all races (don’t have to do all)5 Races plus consolation race! Races include Walk up, Trot Back, Egg and Spoon Race etc. Rosettes 1st to 3rd for each race
Class 48 unled
Gymkhana    
Day:
Mon
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£20.00
Info:
This is for unled entries if you are looking to enter a led category please chose class number 47 Entries will be split in to led and unled on the day .
Show Secretary: Swallowfield Horse Show Entries Secretary - Lisa Burns-Peake
Oak Cottage, Basingstoke Road, Swallowfield, Berks, RG7 1PY
Email: secretary@swallowfieldshow.co.uk

Location
Swallowfield Park, Church Road, Swallowfield, Berks RG71TH
Map Link: Swallowfield Park

Show Information

Online Entries Close on Saturday 16th August

No postal entries

Entries accepted on the day if space, with a late entry fee of £3 per class.

Late entry to show Jumping classes will close 15 minutes after class starts

Highest Placed Local Rider Rosettes for most classes - Kindly Sponsored by Eileen Douglas. Eligible if horse or rider live within 3 miles of the showground (RG7 1TH) Please add first line of address and postcode in entry notes.

Payment Details & Event Fees

No postal entries.
You can book using our Secure Online Entry System. Payment is secure and it goes directly The Swallowfield Horse Show.
You will receive an email confirmation of your booking and payment.

Prize Information

Highest Placed Local Rider Rosettes for most classes - Eligible if horse or rider live within 3 miles of the showground (RG7 1TH). Please add first line of address and postcode in entry notes.

 

Rosettes for Highest Placed Side Saddle Rider (please see class details)

Rosettes for Highest Placed Traditional Cob (please see class details)

Withdrawals/Refunds

By entering a class, you accept the show rules and conditions. This show is part of the Swallowfield Horticultural Society Two Day Show; the show manual can be downloaded from www.swallowfieldshow.co.uk. It covers safety, health and environment management systems. The short form manual can be found at: https://www.swallowfieldshow.co.uk/short-form-manual/

Entries may be limited at the committee’s discretion. It may refuse entries without giving a reason and may cancel/alter classes in necessary.

The horse show accepts no responsibility if classes clash. It is the competitors responsibility to ensure ample time is left between class entries. No refunds will be given.

On the day entries must be made with the correct form and the correct fee in cash. Entries made after closing date/on the day will be subject to a late fee of £3.00 per class.

Refunds will be given on production of a valid vet or doctor’s certificate produced within 7 days of the show.

Terms & Conditions

Contact on horse@swallowfieldshow.co.uk or via our Facebook Page

Show Day Photographer – https://www.waynejonesphotography.com

Swallowfield Park, Church Road, Swallowfield, RG7 1TH

Horse show parking is at a different location to the main show car parks. Please follow signage and volunteer directions.

A map can be found on both our website and Facebook page.
There may be unavoidable delays at peak times, so please plan accordingly.


NO cars permitted in horse show parking area without prior arrangement and pass from the Horse Show Committee. Cars without these will be turned away to park in the main show car park.
Please ensure you have enough handlers as Horses and Ponies must not be left unattended.
Please ensure that you bring enough water for your horse.
There are separate showing, dressage and show jumping warm up rings.
The practice fence must be jumped with the red wing on the right and riders must not interfere with someone already jumping. This is dangerous and the collecting ring steward has the right to eliminate offenders from their class. Competitors should be aware that there may be inflatables such as bouncy castles in the main Horticultural Show Ground, as well as other displays. The horse show area must be left clean and tidy with droppings, hay and litter removed.
No on call farrier
On call Vet: Donnington Grove Equine Vets – 01635 39039, horse owner/competitor liable for all and any costs incurred. Horse Show Rules

By entering a class, you accept the show rules and conditions. This show is part of the Swallowfield Horticultural Society Two Day Show; the show manual can be downloaded from www.swallowfieldshow.co.uk. It covers safety, health and environment management systems. The short form manual can be found at: https://www.swallowfieldshow.co.uk/short-form-manual/

The show is run in accordance with the BHS Code of Practice for the Welfare of Horses and Ponies at Events. A copy of which can be found at www.bhs.org.uk
Riders, handlers and horses must have 3rd Party insurance of their own.
No claim will be entertained by the Swallowfield Show Horticultural Society for anything which may happen to competitors, onlookers, their servants, property or animals (horses, ponies, dogs) in connection with, or arising from, the Swallowfield Show. It is a condition of entry that they indemnify the society against any legal action arising from these.
Jumping classes are run under BS rules.
A riding hat of the correct standard must be worn at all times when riding and a body protector is recommended for jumping.
Correct riding dress must be worn at all times when riding.
HORSES/PONIES MUST NOT ENTER THE MAIN SHOW AREA and must remain the horse show area only.
Colts and Stallions must wear a white or BS tail ribbon and be accompanied by an adult handler at all times.
All ridden horses must be 4 years or older.
No animals to be left unattended outside a horsebox or trailer.
Dogs must be kept on leads.
Competitors under 16 years must be accompanied by a responsible adult.tra
The Judge’s decision is final. Any objections must be made in writing and handed to The Horse Show Manager within 30 minutes of the incident with a deposit of £20, with will be returned if objection is upheld.
Entries may be limited at the committee’s discretion. It may refuse entries without giving a reason and may cancel/alter classes in necessary.
The horse show accepts no responsibility if classes clash. It is the competitors responsibility to ensure ample time is left between class entries. No refunds will be given.
On the day entries must be made with the correct form and the correct fee in cash. Entries made after closing date/on the day will be subject to a late fee of £3.00 per class.

Refunds will be given on production of a valid vet or doctor’s certificate produced within 7 days of the show.
Winners of cups and trophies must sign a promise to return them in good condition to the show manager/committee by the end of June 2025. They must pay a deposit of £20 to be returned on receipt of the cup.
Abusive or aggressive behaviour towards horse show officials, volunteers or other competitors will not be tolerated and will result in exclusion from the show ground without refund.
Lunging is not permitted anywhere on the show ground.

 

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