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Show Date
Sat, Jul 25, 2026
Closing Date
Thu, Jul 23, 2026
Starting Times:
RING ONE- START: 9:00 JUDGE: KATE KINCAID. RING ONE- START: NOT BEFORE 1PM JUDGE: ROSEMARY KEELING
RING TWO- START: 09:30 JUDGE: HELEN TURNER.RING TWO- START: NOT BEFORE 12:30 JUDGE: HELEN TURNER
RING THREE- START: 9AM COACH/JUDGE: LUCY GOODERHAM
RING FOUR- START: 9AM JUDGE: ROSEMARY KEELING
Class
1
Ridden Cob/ Cob Type
Info:
Open to any height. To be shown hogged and trimmed or in their
natural state. Riders any age.
Class
2
Ridden Mountain & Moorland
Info:
Open to registered & unregistered small and large breeds. To be
shown unplaited. Will split Small and Large Breeds if entries warrant. Riders any age but to be of suitable
size for their mount.
Info:
Open to horses and ponies any type but aged 15yrs and over. Riders any age.
Class
4
Ridden Coloured & Odd Coloured
Info:
Open to Piebalds, Skewbalds, Blagdons, Spotteds, Duns,
Buckskins, Roans and Palominos etc. Riders any age.
Class
5
Ridden Hunter/ Riding Horse
Info:
Open to horses 15hh and over. Will be split if entries warrant. Riders any age.
**RIDDEN CHAMPIONSHIP**
To take place on completion of all ring one morning classes. All 1st and 2nd place exhibits from classes
1-5 are invited to compete for the Ridden Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes.
Class
6
Ridden Walk & Trot
Info:
Open to any height, age and type of horse/pony. Riders over the age of
14yrs. No cantering.
Info:
Open to any height, age and type. Riders 45yrs and over but to be of suitable size
for their mount. To be judged on the riders position, effectiveness and showmanship skills.
Info:
Open to any height, age and type of horse/pony. Riders over the age of 14yrs. Combinations not to have won two 1st places in any showing competition. No Cantering in go round but is optional for the individual shows.
Class
9
Ridden Riding Club Horse/ Pony
Info:
Open to horses and ponies any age, height and type. Riders any age.
To be judged on suitability to perform all riding club activities.
Info:
Open to any height, age and type of horse/pony. Riders any age.
**RIDDEN CHAMPIONSHIP**
To take place on completion of all ring one afternoon classes. All 1st and 2nd place exhibits from classes
6-10 are invited to compete for the Ridden Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes.
Class
11
In Hand Miniatures & Shetlands
Info:
Open to any Registered and unregistered pure and
part-breds miniature horses or standard/miniature Shetland ponies.
Class
12
In Hand Youngstock
Info:
Open to yearlings, 2yrs and 3yr olds (no foals). Any height and type
*See rule on Stallions & Colts
Class
13
In Hand Open Pony/ Horse
Info:
Open to all types, heights and ages.
Info:
Open to any age, height and type. Horses/ponies not to have won two 1st
places in any showing competition.
Info:
Open to handlers over the age of 45yrs, horses/ponies any age, height and type.
**IN HAND CHAMPIONSHIP**- To take place on completion of all ring two morning classes. All 1st and
2nd place exhibits from classes 11-15 are invited to compete for the In Hand Champion and Reserve Champion Rosettes.
Class
16
In Hand Cob/ Cob Type
Info:
Open to any age and height. To be shown hogged and trimmed or in
their natural state.
Class
17
In Hand Mountain & Moorland
Info:
Open to registered & unregistered small and large breeds. To be
shown unplaited. Will split Small and Large Breeds if entries warrant.
Info:
Open to horses and ponies any height/type, aged 15yrs and over.
Class
19
In Hand Hunter/ Riding Horse
Info:
Open to horses 15hh and over, any age.
Class
20
In Hand Coloured & Odd Coloured
Info:
Open to Piebalds, Skewbalds, Blagdons, Spotteds, Duns,
Buckskins, Roans and Palominos etc. Any age, height and type.
**IN HAND CHAMPIONSHIP**- To take place on completion of all ring two afternoon classes. All 1st and
2nd place exhibits from classes 16-20 are invited to compete for the In Hand Champion and Reserve
Champion Rosettes.
Class
21
In Hand Training Class
Info:
In Hand Show Class training group - Open to handlers any age, horses/ponies any age, height, type. Max 4 entries. These classes are open to anyone looking to gain show ring experience with useful help and advice
for correct show ring practices and show ring etiquette as well as useful tips and guidance of what
the judge is and isn’t looking for.
Each class will be run as a 45min training session, with the class running in the same format as a real
showing class yet with instruction/guidance from our qualifed coach/experienced panel judge every
step of the way, ensuring that you are ready to enter the real thing with ease and confdence.
Every entry in the training classes receives a rosette.
Class
22
Ridden Training Class
Info:
Ridden Show Class training group - Open to riders any age, horses/ponies any age, height,
type. Lead Reins welcome. Max 4 entries. These classes are open to anyone looking to gain show ring experience with useful help and advice
for correct show ring practices and show ring etiquette as well as useful tips and guidance of what
the judge is and isn’t looking for.
Each class will be run as a 45min training session, with the class running in the same format as a real
showing class yet with instruction/guidance from our qualifed coach/experienced panel judge every
step of the way, ensuring that you are ready to enter the real thing with ease and confdence.
Every entry in the training classes receives a rosette.
Class
23
Tiny Tots Lead Rein Pony
Info:
Open to Ponies 12hh and under, Riders 6yrs and under. To be judged on suitability as a small child’s lead rein pony. Lead reins must be attached to the noseband and NOT the bit.
Info:
Open to Ponies 12.2hh and under Riders 10yrs and under. Lead reins must be
attached to the noseband and NOT the bit.
Info:
Open to any height, age and type. Riders 14yrs and under. No cantering.
Info:
Open to any height, age and type. Riders 14yrs and under. Combination
not to have won 2 first places in any showing competition. No cantering in go round but is optional for the
individual shows.
Class
27
Handsomest Gelding
Info:
Ridden or in hand. Open to any height, age and type. Riders/ handlers 14yrs and under.
Info:
Ridden or in hand. Open to any height, age and type. Riders/handlers 14yrs and under.
Info:
Open to any height, age and type. To be shown in hand. Handlers 14yrs and
under. To be judged on the correct handling, effectiveness and showmanship skills of the handler.
**JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP**- To take place on completion of all ring four classes. All 1st and 2nd place
exhibits from classes 23-29 are invited to compete for the Junior Ring Champion and Reserve Champion
Rosettes.
Show Secretary:
Suffolk Riding Club Show Secretary
Cockfield Hall Lane, Westerfield, Suffolk IP69AN
Pre-Entries close: Pre-Entries close: Thursday 23rd July
Professional Photographer: Emily Harris Photography (harris1995@outlook.com)
Trade Stands: Tack & Turnout (sales@tackandturnout.co.uk)
Vet on call: Mid Suffolk Equine Vets: 01449 516000
First Aider in Attendance.
Payment Details & Event Fees
Bookings in advance. You can book using our Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to Suffolk Riding Club.
You will receive an email confirmation of your booking and payment.
Entry Fees
For classes EXCEPT Classes 21 and 22: SRC Members: £10 Non Members: £12
For Classes 21 and 22: SRC Members: £15 Non Members: £18
Compulsory First Aid Contribution: £2 per competitor
Online pre-entries can be made via My Riding Life
Pre-Entries close: Thursday 23rd July
Entries on the day: £2 Extra Cash Only and only if there is space available in the class For all enquiries email: suffolkrc@gmail.com
Rosettes 1st-6th in all classes.
Champion & Reserve Champion Rosettes for In Hand, Ridden and Junior Championships.
Best Member Rosette for the Highest placed SRC member in each class.
Catering: Belle’s Kitchen (07423 353111)
This show is organised by volunteers who have given their time so that you can enjoy yours.
PLEASE show your respect and appreciation at all times.
Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept under control and remain on a short lead.
All dog poo MUST be bagged up and disposed of in the rubbish bins provided.
We politely ask for you to take home all rubbish with you and to not skip out in the lorry park, please pick up all droppings from your parking area and take home with you as livestock regularly graze the land.
SHOW DAY EMERGENCY ONLY CONTACT NUMBERS:
Margaret 07889 546319 , Lucy 07789 451353 , Alexis 07523 434350
1. The organisers have taken all reasonable precautions to ensure the Health and Safety of everyone present. For these measures to be effective everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructions of the organisers and stewards. 2. The judge’s decision is fnal. Any objections must be made in writing to the Show Secretary within 30minutes of the cause and be accompanied by a £20.00 deposit refundable only if the objection is upheld. 3. The organisers reserve the right to refuse any entry or amend the schedule. The organisers will not tolerate disruptive behaviour from horses or riders. 4. Suffolk Riding Club shall not be liable for any claim in respect of damage, loss, injury or accident to any person, horse or property howsoever caused in connection with or arising out of this show. It shall be deemed a condition of entry that each entrant shall agree to indemnify the Suffolk Riding Club or any person acting on their behalf against any legal action arising from such an incident. 5. HEADWEAR Properly secured protective headwear must be worn when mounted. Hats must be to one of the following standards: PAS015:2011, VG 01.040: 2014-12 and must bear the BSI Kitemark, ASTM F1163:2004a or 04a onwards provided they SEI marked; SNELL E2016; AS/NZS 3838: 2006 Provided they are SAI Global marked. 6. We recommend the use of Back Protectors. 7. Children aged 16 years and under must wear protective headgear to standard for all in-hand and ridden classes. 8. SRC recommends all competitors wear protective headgear to standard for in hand classes. 9. No visible jewellery allowed. 10.All horses & ponies must be 4 years old or over to compete in ridden classes. 11.No person shall allow a stallion for which he/she is responsible for as an owner, leasee, authorised agent or rider to compete or be prepared to compete, in any competitions without taking adequate precautions to ensure that other members of the public are not put at risk of injury. 12.Stallions & Colts over 1yr MUST be bitted and must NOT be ridden or handled by children under the age of 16yrs. 13.Stallions & Colts to wear a Stallion/Colt bridle disk. 14.We politely ask for ANY horse or pony that may have a tendency to buck or kick out to wear a red ribbon in the tail to warn others of the potential risk. 15.Mountain and Moorland ponies entering other classes will be accepted unplaited. 16.No trotting or cantering in public areas - only in “working in” arenas. Tethering is not allowed. 17.Do not obstruct the access - emergency services must have access to all parts of the event at all times. 18.Bicycles, Scooters, Ball Games etc. are not allowed on this show ground. Spectators with umbrellas, prams/buggies/push-chairs must take extreme care & keep them well away from the horses/ponies. 19.Small children must be accompanied at all times. 20.Competitors MUST hold adequate insurance cover including public liability insurance. 21.Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept under control and remain on a short lead. 22.All dog poo MUST be bagged up and disposed of in the rubbish bins provided. 23.We politely ask for you to take home all rubbish with you and not to skip out in the lorry park, please pick up all droppings from your parking area and take home with you as livestock regularly graze the land.
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