The Side Saddle Association Camp  

Saturday 11^th and Sunday 12^th April 2026 (arrive Friday evening ready for Saturday training)

10:00am start

Wheatlands Farm, White Horse Lane, Finchamsptead, Berkshire, RG40 4LZ      

Camp open to all SSA members.

Junior/Adult Novice, and Experienced riders’ Camp.

Deposit must be paid by 26 February 2026 Balance to be paid by 26 March 2026

Side saddle Camp for juniors [under 18s], & Seniors, novice and experienced riders including lead rein.  

With grateful thanks to our host, Wheatlands Farm  

Organiser:  

Ms S Clune - 13 Cromwell Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9DG.  

Enquiries email: Sarah.clune@yahoo.co.uk or Phone: 07912 619972  

Mobile contact on both days: 07912 619972 or 07710 235787  

Refreshments are available during the day for each rider plus ones at a small charge 

This is a two-day camp, with lessons on Saturday and Sunday morning, in which attendees will be able to stay overnight and additional nights can be organised separately. Camp will start at 09:00am with times emailed out a week prior to the event. All junior and adult novice an experienced SSA members are welcome. Spectators are welcome, with a day fee. Small groups of riders will be put together for the camp. Riders can enter the warmup arena at any time, for individual warmup but must be riding side saddle and warmed up at the allocated time for tuition from instructors. 

We are excited to announce there will also be an SSA affiliated show run on Sunday afternoon, as a separate event and is open to all SSA riders, with a discount for camp participants. Schedule to follow. 

This is an excellent opportunity to get together with other area members for tuition in a camp environment, small groups in accordance with rider experience, from complete beginner to experienced. We are all looking forward to seeing you here while preparing for the next show season or just for the enjoyment of side saddle.  

Please follow all instructions from the organisers and stewards. Wheatlands Farm has multiple lovely arenas, a 50x25m dressage arena, a 60x30m jumping arena, 20x20m lunge arena, hacking on site, and hard standing for lorries. Wheatlands Farm is a lovely venue; however, there are rules which must be followed when at this venue, these will be emailed with riders times and itinerary.

All enquiries: Sarah Clune, 07912 619972 or Email: Sarah.clune@yahoo.co.uk

Itinerary and times to be emailed out a week in advance.  

Junior/Adult Novice and Experienced rider’s camp Booking form

Saturday 11^th April to Sunday 12^th April 2026 09:00am onwards.  

Wheatlands Farm, White Horse Lane, Finchamsptead, Berkshire, RG40 4LZ  

Please indicate whether you are: EXPERIENCED/IMPROVER/STARTER.  in the commentary notes 

 On Receipt of the deposit we will email you a form for bedding orders and dietary needs etc well as the venues rules and contract 

Please can all booking forms be returned with a short video of the rider’s ability to ensure attendees are grouped correctly on ability.  

SSA Junior/Adult Novice and Experienced rider’s camp rules:  

1.      Neither the organisers, SSA, or owners accept liability for any claims in respect of injury or damage to any person, animal, or property, however caused.  

2.      Organisers and stewards’ instructions must be followed at all times.  

3.      The instructor’s or organisers decision shall be final.  

4.      All entry fees must accompany entry forms.  

5.      All horses and ponies must be at least four years old. Camp activities to be ridden side saddle.  

6.      Horses/ponies must be kept to a walk unless in the warmup or arenas.  

7.      Entries SSA junior and adult members: £275 per person. Places are strictly limited.  

8.      Camp to be held at:  Wheatlands Farm, White Horse Lane, Finchamsptead, Berkshire, RG40

Refreshments Available

  If the event is cancelled refunds will be sent less £10 per entry to cover administration costs.

Other refunds considered only on receipt of doctors or veterinary certificate. But are not guaranteed unless we can fll the space 

Payment of the deposit is a binding contract to pay the balance as we need certain numbers to make the event viable 

SSA AREA 8  RULES AND REGULATIONS

1.  The event will be run in accordance with the SSA Members Handbook 2026 with specific class rules as applicable.

2.  A copy of the relevant rulebooks will be available to view at the secretary's office during the show.

3.  All competitors, attendants and spectators must abide by the conditions of entry for the public associated with the Showground. Organisers and Stewards instructions must be followed at all times.

4 Neither the organisers, SSA or the Venue accept liability for any claims in respect of injury or damage to any person, animal or property, however caused.

5. All competitors must wear the correct riding attire whilst mounted. Adult riders not wearing safety hats in side saddle classes do so at their own risk. Classes 1-2 & 6 inclusive , Adult and juniors must wear a correctly secured Skull Caps/Riding Hat that meets one of the following current Safety Standards All PAS 015; VG1; (BS)EN1384 2017; ASTM F1163 04a onwards; SNELL E2001; SNELL E2-17, AS/NZS 3838 2003 onwards. Failure to do so will incur elimination

6. Lead rein competitors (SSA Members or Non SSA Members): may only compete Hors Concours in any SSA affiliated class and in a Junior or Open Equitation Qualifying Class. In an Equitation Class, they are not eligible for SSA place rosettes but should be considered for the Turnout Rosette. Leaders must be correctly dressed. (Junior Competitors must have attained their 5^th birthday and is under 18 on 1^st January of the current Year)

7. The organisers reserve the right to eliminate any competitor who, in their opinion, places him/herself or others in any danger or who fails to observe the rules.

8. The organisers reserve the right to change Judges or appoint substitutes and to amend the schedule as necessary at any time.

9. The Judge's decision shall be final.

10.CLASSICAL/CONTEMPORARY CLASSES: Riders may only enter either the Classical OR the Contemporary class, not both, unless they have two horses/ponies of a different type.

11. All objections shall be lodged in writing to the secretary within 15 minutes of the alleged incident with a deposit of £25, which will be refunded if the objection is sustained.

12. All entry fees must accompany entry forms. No entries will be refunded without a Vet or Doctor's Certificate.

13.. If the event is cancelled refunds will be sent less £5 per competitor to cover administration costs.

14. All horses and ponies competing must be at least four years old.

15. Horses must be kept to a walk unless in the warm-up or competition arenas

16. Misuse of whips or spurs will incur elimination.                                                                                                                      

17. Entries; Non-members will be required to join SSA as a day member at £5).                                                                                                                 

 18. Entries on the day accepted is space permitting at £5 extra per class. Classes are strictly limited, and preference will be given to SSA Area 8 members.

19. Habits are not required in every class – see class rules. Smart riding show-wear to be worn if not wearing a Side Saddle habit.    
20. SSA members, please ensure you carry your competed championship card in the ring, ready for the judge to sign.                                                                                                  

21. Only horses/ponies taking part in the showing classes are allowed on site.

23. ALL Classes to be Ridden Side Saddle. Competitors may compete Hors Concours but only with prior permission from the Show Secretary and wear a white Arm Band.

24. FALLS: A fall of horse/pony or rider in any class run under Side Saddle Association rules will result in disqualification, and the rider must leave the ring dismounted. It is strongly recommended that medical advice is then sought before competing in any other class.

25. HORS CONCOURS: Members competing Hors Concours will only be awarded 2 Qualifying Points; they may not receive SSA Rosettes, Show Rosettes or any Prize with the exception of Open and Junior Equitation Classes where Lead Rein competitors should be considered for the Junior Turnout rosette. Leaders must be correctly dressed.

26.A Spur or Spur band is not permitted in any class where jumping is involved.

27.Qualifiers: Shows held up to and including the first day of the current year’s National Side Saddle Show will be Qualifiers for this year’s Show. Shows held after that date will be Qualifiers for the following year.