Entries to this show will close at midday on Saturday 19th December

Classes will run for a maximum of 4 hours, from c. 09.00-13.00, Classes may start later than 09.00 if weather conditions are cold, in which case times will be managed to allow competitors to travel when roads are safer .

All classes will run in the International Indoor Arena

Riders are invited to ride in their standard riding attire, so long as health and safety protocols are met in terms of wearing a hat, boots and gloves.

Festive attire to celebrate the Christmas Season is also welcomed!

The show represents a perfect opportunity to ride a test indoors within a more informal atmosphere whilst still being judged by a BD Listed judge.

A perfect environment for young horses, inexperienced riders, or riders looking to try a new level for the first time.

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All tests are current 2024 BD tests!!
2 Bridle or saddle pad numbers required as per BD Rule Change 1st December 2017 
Please declare on day of competition at BFEC to the steward for test locations.
Dogs allowd but they MUST be on a lead, and they are not permitted in any competition arena space..
All unaffiliated shows are run within the spirit of BD rules

^^^ The show times for this event will not exceed the hours of 09:00 -13.00 ^^^ 

 In line with biosecurity measures please have your passports available for inspection upon arrival at the centre. Horses must have up-to-date vaccinations (Bury Farm operates a 12-month vaccination policy) and the organisers reserve the right to turn horses away from the competition if proof of vaccination records cannot be presented upon arrival.

SECTIONS:

Most UA  dressage classes are run under two Sections, Restricted and Open. These sections are offered in the interest of fairness to all riders. Sections ensure that those who are new to competing can be placed in the class alongside competitors of similar experience. Those who have wider experience of competing through equine affiliations or through riding more advanced horses, will be able to enter the Open section.

Sections are not offered in all classes but, where sections are applicable, they are defined as per the below.

RESTRICTED:

This section is reserved for riders who have limited experience of competitions, and who only compete in the Unaffiliated Dressage environment.

Competitors may ride in the Restricted section if neither they, nor their horse, are registered with BD, BS or BE.

 If either the competitor or the competitor’s horse is registered with BD, BS or BE, they must ride in the Open section.

 OPEN:

Any horse or rider who is registered with BD/BE/BS should enter the Open section of an UA Dressage class.. This means that if either a rider or their horse is registered with an Affiliated Equine body, they should enter the Open section.

Riders who won have more than 40 BD points at Preliminary level and above should also ride in the Open section of any UA Class, even if they are no longer registered with BD.

Riders who compete at BD Quest and BS Club level should enter the Open section of UA Dressage Competitions.

 Any competitor who has won an UA Dressage Championship at Bury Farm may enter the same level at which they have previously won but they should enter the Open section at that level and any level below. They may compete in the Restricted section for any level above the level at which they have previously won.

Please note that it is the rider’s responsibility to enter the correct section at our UA Dressage Shows. We will not change rider sections after times have been published.

Music for freestyle classes should ideally be presented to the Bury Farm show team in both a CD and USB stick format to provide the maximum opportunity to play the music successfully from our sound system. Please place music clearly labelled with horse and rider name into the MUSIC IN basket located on the show secretaries' desk.

Entries in advance. No entry forms will be accepted without payment. To enter:
You can enter using a Secure Online Entry System
Payment is secure and it goes directly Bury Farm Equestrian Centre.
You will receive an email confirmation of your class entry and payment.

Bury Farm reserves the right to charge an administration fee for any late entry, refund or transfer of entries.

 

Horse and rider combinations scoring 60% or above in any of our classes qualify for the 2027 Unaffiliated Dressage Championships which will be held at the centre in August 2027.

 ******PRIZES FOR THE UNAFFILIATED EVENING DRESSAGE SEASON******

N.B. VOUCHERS WILL NOT BE PRESENTED TO PRIZE WINNERS AT THE SHOW. THESE WILL BE EMAILED TO COMPETITORS AFTER THE EVENT.

 £10 Bury Farm voucher for 1st place which can be redeemed against entries or in the cafe.

£5 Bury Farm voucher for 2nd place which can be redeemed against entries or in the cafe.

£5 voucher for 3rd place which can be redeemed against entries or in the cafe.

Vouchers are awarded for OVERALL placings within a class and are offered within the spirit of BD rules regarding prizes:

5-8 entries - 1st prize awarded

9-12 entries - 1st and 2nd prize awarded

13 entries or more - 1st, 2nd and 3rd prize awarded.

The Paddock's cafe will serve hot and cold food, drinks and snacks throughout show hours.

Please email withdrawals to dressage@buryfarmestates.co.uk or text 07568 395548 on the day of the show. 
Refunds and transfers to future shows will not be issued after times have been published. A transfer of entries may be considered if the competitor emails dressage@buryfarmestates.co.uk prior to the show times being published. Bury Farm will issue refunds for entries in line with British Dressage rules. Bury Farm reserves the right to charge an administration fee for any refund or transfer of entries.

Please refer to www.buryfarmequestrianvillage.co.uk for full terms and conditions. All Bury Farm EC affiliated dressage events are run to BD rules.

By entering any equestrian class or competition run or held at Bury Farm EC you acknowledge that you are taking part in a risk sport and are a competent rider at the level to which you are competing.

Please refer to our Show Rules & Conditions of Entry.

Please ensure you have read all of the information regarding guidelines for staying safe and well during your visit to Bury Farm EC

 Our agreed onsite partner SBM Photographic will provide a photographic service at selected Bury Farm shows, complying with GDPR guidelines. Some large Bury Farm events are live streamed by H&C TV and by Clip My Horse TV  under the guidance of equine media services policies.

BIOSECURITY MEASURES

All horses must be travelled with passports which can demonstrate that all vaccinations are up to date (Bury Farm operates a 12-month vaccination policy)

Horses must also show no clinical signs of the following when attending the centre:

1. recent cough of unknown cause
2. recent nasal discharge of unknown cause
3. enlarged lymph nodes
4. fever (>38.5 degrees)
5. recent onset of neurological signs of unknown cause
6. diarrhoea

Horses must also 

1. not be under current investigation for EHV infection
2. have not been in contact with and is not kept on the same premises as a horse known to have or be under investigation for EHV
3. have not travelled out of the country for the past 28 days.

 Horses should NOT be brought to the centre if they are not in good health on the date of travel.

1. The decision of the judges & stewards in all cases is final. They reserve the right to alter, amend or cancel any part of the competition or to refuse any entry without stating a reason.
2. The organiser of this event has taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health, safety and welfare of everyone present. For these measures to be effective, everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring, and must obey instructions of the organisers, officials and stewards.
3. The organisers will not be held responsible and accept no liability for any accident, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, rider, spectators, vehicles or their contents and accessories, breach of contract or in any other way whatsoever. It is a condition of entry that each entrant shall agree to indemnify against any legal action arising from such incident.
4. All competitors must be suitably dressed in correct riding attire to current British Safety Standards. Riding / Jodhpur boots must be worn for all classes. 
5. Horses & ponies tied to lorry or trailers must not be left unattended.
6. Please ensure the area around your horsebox / trailer is clean and tidy. Droppings collected and not swept onto or left on BFEC. Please take litter home or use the bins provided.
7. Children must be supervised at all times
8. Whilst outside arenas, horses and ponies should be moved at a walk only.
9. No dogs allowed, other than in Lorry Park Only and MUST be on a lead at all times

10. Drivers are urged to take extra care when driving around the Show Centre and in the surrounding villages. Please be mindful of horses, pedestrians & other vehicles.

By entering any equestrian class or competition run or held at Bury Farm EC you acknowledge that you are taking part in a risk sport and are a competent rider at the level to which you are competing.
Please refer to our Show Rules & Conditions of Entry.
This may be downloaded from our website or found at Reception.

Email, phone and address details may be used by Bury Farm to communicate forthcoming events at the Centre. These details will not be passed on to any third parties. Please inform the dressage secretary, dressage@buryfarmestates.co.uk if you do not wish to receive communication from the Centre

Withdrawals need to be made in writing and emailed to dressage@buryfarmestates.co.uk or text 07568 395548