Bexhill Horse and Dog Show 2026 (Going Ahead)

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Show Date
Mon, May 25, 2026
Closing Date
Fri, May 22, 2026
Entries Open
Sat, Jan 10, 2026
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Email:
info@bexhillhorseshow.com
Website:
www.bexhillhorseshow.com
Starting Times:

Classes start at 8am prompt RING ONE, WORKING HUNTER PONY, WORKING HUNTER,  SHOWJUMPING AND ENTERTAINMENT

SHOWJUMPING COURSE BUILDER - MR IAN BAREHAM

SHOWJUMPIMG JUDGES - VAL KNOTT AND RUBY PEARCE

RING 1 STEWARD - JULIE WARD

Working Hunter judge - Lisa Baker

NO SAND WILL BE PUT DOWN IN THE JUMPING RING

THERE WILL BE NO CLEAR ROUND THIS YEAR IN RING 1


(Please note: show jumping classes will run in the morning)

SUNSHINE TOUR QUALIFIERS

 

CLIFFE EQUINE WILL BE ON SITE THROUGHOUT THE DAY - PROVIDING BEXHILL HORSE SHOW WITH ITS VETERINARY SERVICE,  HORSE AMBULANCE, SHOWJUMP.


 DISPLAY FROM INDOOR CARRIAGE DRIVING UK – SUSSEX AREA

 

EAST SUSSEX PONY CLUB MOUNTED GAMES DISPLAY


 COAKHAM BLOODHOUNDS
 

FALCONRY DISPLAY - MISS EMMA GOODSELL


RING TWO SHOWING 9am prompt : Judges Mrs Maria Swain (am) Sophie Hale (pm)

SHOWING CHAMPIONSHIPS TO TAKE PLACE AFTER CLASS 16 AND CLASS 23 . CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION FOR RIDDEN COMBINATIONS AND CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION FOR IN HAND COMBINATIONS - TROPHIES WILL BE AWARDED TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP WINNERS

ALL SHOWING CLASSES CAN BE RIDDEN OR INHAND - WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE YOUNGSTOCK CLASS AND LEAD REIN / FIRST RIDDEN MUST HAVE A RIDER

CLASSES WILL BE SPLIT IF WE HAVE SUFFICIENT ENTRIES

Morning championship Ridden sponsored by MRS JACQUIE HINVES  (Nic Wheeler Memorial Trophy) Inhand sponsored by DELTAS DOG ROOM and the afternoon championships both  sponsored by MONARCH OAK

SUNSHINE TOUR QUALIFIERS


GYMKHANA TO FOLLOW ON AFTER THE SHOWJUMPING IN RING 1 APPROX 1PM - ALL GYMKHANA ENTRIES WILL BE TAKEN ON THE DAY

NOVICE AND LEAD REIN

1- WALKING RACE

2- TROTTING RACE

3- WALK AND TROT

4- RIDE AND RUN

5- POTATOE AND SPOON

6- CONSOLATION RACE

OPEN

7 - WALKING RACE

8 - TROTTING RACE

9 - WALK,TROT,CANTER

10 - RIDE AND RUN

11 - EGG AND SPOON

12 - CONSOLATION RACE

HOBBY HORSE

CLEAR ROUND - CHOOSE YOUR HEIGHT

BEST RIDER COMBINATION

FANCY DRESS

THERE WILL BE A MORNING AND AFTERNOON SESSION SESSION 1 - 9.30 - 11.30      SESSION 2- 2pm - 4pm

ENTRIES ON THE DAY

£3.00 per class or 2 classes for £5.00

Class 1
Working Hunter Pony (0.60m) not to exceed 148cms    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Ring 1 - 8am start - JUDGE - LISA BAKER Kindly sponsored by THE ROYAL SOVEREIGN LIGHT MASONIC LODGE Will be required to do an individual show 14.2 and under 14.2hh and under
Class 2
Working Hunter Horse (0.80m) exceeding 148cms(14.2h)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
JUDGE - LISA BAKER Kindly sponsored by SUGAR CITY Will be required to perform an individual show 14.3 and over over 14.2hh
Class 3 sj
Show Jumping (0.40m - 0.50m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - CONNECTIONS CAFE Open to all x poles only
Class 4 sj
Show Jumping (0.55m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - VAL KNOTT AND IAN BERGER Starter Stakes 55cm Open to all
Class 5 sj
Show Jumping (0.65m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - ODG RENEWABLES Novice jumping 65cm Open to all
Class 6 sj
Open Show Jumping (0.75m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by HARRIET CROSBIE - BARCROFT - CORNERWOOD STUD open jumping 75cm Open to all
Class 7 sj
Show Jumping (0.90m)    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Table/Speed:
Single Phase
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by MOLLY DOWLING open jumpimg 90cm open to all
Class 8 sj
Scurry Show Jumping    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - MADE ESTATE AGENTS HASTINGS open to all Fences will range from 40cm - 90cm
Class 9 sj
Chase me Charlie    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 1
Entry Fee:
£10.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - BARRY HINVES open to all the fence height will start at 40 cm
Class 10
Best Turned Out    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
9am start - Ring 2 Kindly sponsored by - SUSSEX WATER AND DRAINAGE Ridden or in hand
Class 11
Lead Rein & First Ridden Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - ODG RENEWABLES will be required to perform a short show
Class 12
Family Horse & Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - RAYMOND FORWARD SNR (IN LOVING MEMORY OF PAULINE FORWARD) Open to all Ridden or Inhand Suitable for all family members Will be required to perform an individual show
Class 13
Veterans    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - AMETHYST EQUESTRIAN HORSE TRANSPORT Veteran horse/Pony Ridden or In hand 16 years and over
Class 14
Riding Club Horse or Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly Sponsored by ANGELS MOT AND SERVICE CENTRE To be suitable for all Riding and Pony Club activities. Competitors will be required to jump a crosspole. Class will be split if suitable number of entries.
Class 15 SEN
Encouragement Class    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Junior section kindly sponsored by FAIRLIGHT RDA - Senior section kindly sponsored by LIZ WALKER - PINETREE STABLES - MyTimeMySpace.co.uk SEN Class - open to anyone with an impairment- can be lead - correct head and footwear to be worn Please wear clothing that is comfortable for you. This class will be split into two sections Junior & Senior - Rosettes and prizes will be awarded to both sections
Class 16
Fancy Dress    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place Ridden or In hand Kindly sponsored by -CONNOR WINTER (IN LOVING MEMORY OF STEWART WILLARD) Followed by the morning Championship then a break
Class 17
In Hand Youngstock    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - DAVEY GARDENING PM JUDGE - SOPHIE HALE Open to yearlings, two year olds and three year olds as of the 1st January 2026. Any breed or type. Must be shown in suitable bridles No Foals
Class 18
Coloureds    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place Sash to the winner
Info:
KINDLY SPONSORED BY ALM TREE CARE LTD Open to Skewbald, Piebald, Palomino, Dun and Appaloosa. Ridden and In Hand
Class 19
Mountain & Moorland    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
KINDLY SPONSORED BY JTP53 Photography - Jeff Penfold Small and Large Breeds. Can be registered and unregistered but must be true to type. To perform a short show. Ridden or In Hand
Class 20
Foreign Breeds    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
KINDLY SPONSORED BY - TOM FORWARD PROPERTIES To include Warmbloods. Ridden and In Hand
Class 21
Ridden Best Rescue Horse or Pony    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
KINDLY SPONSORED BY - BANFIELD AND POMPHREY FUNERAL DIRECTORS Ridden or In Hand To perform a short show.
Class 22
Hunter    
Ring:
Ring / Arena 2
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
Rosettes to 6th place
Info:
Kindly Sponsored by MADE ESTATE AGENTS HASTINGS Hunter Horse or Pony Ridden or In hand Short show required.
Class 23 Cob
Showing    
Day:
Mon
Entry Fee:
£15.00
Prizes:
ROSETTES TO 6TH PLACE
Info:
Kindly sponsored by - KATHRYN BOTTOMLY DRESSAGE Will be required to perform a short show Ridden or In hand
Show Secretary: Bexhill Horse & Dog Show Entries Secretary
15 Ian Close, Bexhill-on-Sea, E Sussex, TN40 2RL
Email: bexhillhorseshowinfo@gmail.com

Location
The Polegrove Recreation Ground, Brockley Road,, Bexhill-On-Sea, E Sussex TN393EX
Map Link: The Polegrove Recreation Ground

Show Information

Closing date for entries Friday 22nd May 2026

Payment Details & Event Fees

Entries in advance via our Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Bexhill Horse Show.
You will receive an email confirmation of your class entry and payment.
ENTRY FEE £ 15.00 PER CLASS
Late entries will only be accepted if classes are not full and will be charged at £18 per class.
First Aid £1.50 per rider.

Prize Information

Rosettes to 6th place in all classes with the exception of Class 3 (x poles) where competitors who achieve a double clear round will be presented with a special rosette.

A Sash will be presented to the winner of all classes - Kindly sponsored by CLIFFE EQUINE

 

 

Terms & Conditions

Some classes will have challenge trophies. These must be signed for before removal.
No claim can be entertained for anything which may happen to competitors, their servants, onlookers, property, or animals in connection with, or out of the event. It shall be a condition of entry that each entrant agrees to indemnify the organisers against any legal action arising from any accident or incident.
HEALTH AND SAFETY. The committee and event organizer of the show have taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present, for these measures to be effective everyone must take reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents and must obey the instruction of the committee, organisers and all advisors and stewards.
The committee and event organisers reserve the right to cancel, divide or amalgamate any classes, alter start times, limit entries, or refuse entry with or without stating a reason.
Show Jumping classes will be run under BS rules with the exception that competitors in classes3-5  will be allowed 3 refusals before they are eliminated. In classes 6 and 7 only 2 refusals will be allowed before elimination.
Hats to the following current BHS standards must be worn and correctly fastened at all times when mounted. PAS 015:1998/2011. VGI with kite mark Snel E2001. ASTM F116320040. As/NZS3838 1998/2003/2006.
Correct footwear must be worn. Back protectors to be worn at competitors’ discretion.
Excessive use of whips and spurs will result in removal from the showground.
Spurs may not be worn by competitors under 16 years old.
No horse or pony under the age of 4 years old to be ridden anywhere on the showground.
No galloping on the showground unless requested by a judge.
In all classes the judge and stewards’ decisions are final. There will be zero tolerance of abusive or aggressive behavior.
Any objection must be raised within 30 minutes of the incident. It must be in writing to the secretary accompanied by a £20 deposit. This will be returned if the objection is upheld.
Entry forms must be correctly completed, signed and accompanied by the correct entry fee. Entries will not be accepted if this is not done. Entry fees will only be refunded on production of current Vet or Doctors certificate. There will be a £5.00 administration charge for entry cancellations.
Horse and Public Liability Insurance to be held by each competitor.
Horse Boxes and Trailers are to be fitted with a fire extinguisher.
Horses and ponies must not be left tied to a horsebox or trailer unattended.
Please do not muck your vehicles out onto the showground. Please ensure that you clear up droppings/hay from the showground and take any litter home with you.
Dogs are welcome but must be on a short, non extendable lead and kept under control at all times.
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times and behave appropriately.
In all equine classes the Judge’s decision is final, should a dispute take place, the final decision will be down to the event organiser and Chairman Andy Lawes.

 

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