NATIONAL PONY SOCIETY
AREA 20
(KENT, SURREY & SUSSEX)
SPRING SHOW
ON SATURDAY 19TH APRIL 2014
AT
CROCKSTEAD EQUESTRIAN CENTRE,
HALLAND, EAST SUSSEX BN8 6PT
(affiliated to N.P.S. (16006), B.S.P.S. (146/14), Equifest & B.M.H.A.)
CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES: 14 APRIL 2014
SECRETARY: MRS J GODDEN
MOOR HALL FARMHOUSE
MOOR HALL DRIVE
NINFIELD, BATTLE
EAST SUSSEX TN33 9JT
Event Medic Services in attendance
Course builder – Nick Snelling
STABLING AVAILABLE ON SHOWGROUND
TIMETABLE
This timetable is intended as an approximate time guide only. Classes will NOT start before the times stated, but
they MAY start after. If a time is not stated then classes will follow on. CLASSES WILL NOT BE HELD UP FOR
ANYONE, so please keep an eye on your rings and if classes do clash, you must choose which one to go in.
RING 1
9.00 Classes 1 – 7
NPS Novice Ridden M & M
NPS Novice Ridden M & M
NPS Novice Ridden M & M
NPS Novice Ridden M & M
NPS Novice Ridden M & M
NPS Novice M & M Lead Rein
NPS Novice M & M First Ridden
1.30 Classes 8 – 11
NPS Open Ridden M & M
NPS Open Ridden M & M
NPS Open M & M Lead Rein
NPS Open M & M First Ridden
RING 2
9.00 Classes 12 – 21
Show Pony Lead Rein
Show Pony First Ridden
Show Pony Novice
Show Pony Open
Show Hunter Pony Lead Rein
Show Hunter Pony First Ridden
Show Hunter Pony Novice
Show Hunter Pony Open
Part Bred Ridden n/e 138cm
Part Bred Ridden ex 138cm
RING 2 A
1.00 Classes 22 - 31
RIHS Miniatures
RIHS Miniatures
RIHS Miniatures
RIHS Miniatures
RIHS Miniatures
RIHS Miniatures
Mixed M & M Youngstock
Mixed M & M Youngstock
Mixed M & M Adult
Mixed M & M Adult
RING 2 B
1.00 Classes 32 - 42
Show Pony yearling
Show Pony 2 & 3 year old
Show Pony adult
Show Hunter Pony youngstock
Show Hunter Pony adult
Part Bred youngstock
Part Bred adult
Hack/Riding Horse youngstock
Hack Riding Horse adult
Sports Horse/Pony youngstock
Sports Horse/Pony adult
RING 3
9.00 Classes 43 - 51
NPS M & M FR WHP
NPS Nov M & M WHP n/e 122cm
NPS Nov M & M WHP ex 122 - 138cm
NPS Nov M & M WHP ex 138 - 148cm
NPS Int M & M WHP ex 138 - 148cm
NPS Int M & M WHP ex 122 – 138cm
NPS Int M & M WHP n/e 122cm
NPS Plaited Nursery Stakes WHP
NPS Mixed Height Open Plaited WHP
2.00 Classes 52 – 55
RIHS M & M WHP n/e122cm
RIHS M & M WHP ex 122 n/e133cm
RIHS M & M WHP ex 133 n/e 143cm
RIHS M & M WHP ex 143cm
6 rosettes per class. Prize money as follows for 6 entries or more. Less than 6 entries 1st prize only.
Prize money classes 1 - 51 - £10, £5, £5 To be collected from the secretary.
Prize money classes 52 - 55 - £25, £15, £10, £5
Entry fee classes 1 - 51: £10 Area 20 subscribers, £15 Non subscribers, £20 on the day – CASH ONLY
Entry fee classes 52 - 55: £20 Area 20 subscribers, £25 Non subscribers, £30 on the day (includes £8.50 RIHS levy) –
CASH ONLY
NPS Mountain and Moorland Qualifying Rounds: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. Ponies must be
registered in the main body of their respective Mountain & Moorland Stud Books. Part breds are not eligible. Qualifying
rounds for most NPS competitions are open to ponies owned by NPS members and non members but only ponies owned by
adult NPS Qualifying or Life members are eligible to qualify for the final of the competition at the NPS Summer Championship
Show at Malvern from 5th - 7th August 2014. The highest placed pony, if owned by an NPS member, in each class will qualify
for the final. Qualification may pass down to third place if the first and second ponies are already qualified.
NPS Show Pony and Show Hunter Pony Qualifying Rounds: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS.
Ponies must be registered in the NPS British Riding Pony Stud Book, Register, Appendix, International or Sports Pony
section of the BRPSB, the GSB, the AHSB, the AASB or in the main body of their respective Mountain & Moorland Stud
Books. Part-Breds are not eligible unless entered in the NPS British Riding Pony Stud Book, Register, Appendix, International
or Sports Pony section of the BRPSB. Ponies must be plaited. Qualifying rounds are open to ponies owned by NPS members
and non-members but only ponies owned by adult NPS Qualifying or Life members are eligible to qualify for the final of the
competition at the NPS Summer Championship Show at Malvern from 5th – 7th August 2014. The highest placed pony, if
owned by an NPS member, in each class will qualify for the final. Qualification may go no lower than third place if the first and
second ponies owned by an NPS member have qualified
NPS/Rosettes Direct Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the
NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies, if owned by NPS members,
are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show.
NPS Silver Medal Rosette Championships: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. NPS Silver Medal
Rosettes are only awarded when the owner of the champion pony is a Qualifying or Life member of the NPS. A valid
membership card must be in the rider’s/handler’s possession on entering the ring and be produced immediately on request
by either the judge or the steward. If the owner of the Champion pony is not a member, or the owner’s membership card is
not immediately produced, the rosette may be awarded to the Reserve Champion provided they have the required
membership card. If the Champion pony has previously qualified it is still entitled to the Silver Medal Rosette but the
qualification card goes to the Reserve Champion pony, provided the owner of that pony is a member of the NPS. The
Silver Medal Rosette and the qualification card can be awarded no lower than first Reserve (third). Foals are not eligible for
Silver Medal Championships. Qualifiers are entitled to compete in the final of the Silver Medal Rosette Championship to be
held at the NPS Summer Championship Show 5th – 7th August 2014.
This show is affiliated to the B.S.P.S and all persons entering competing, showing or otherwise taking part in B.S.P.S.
classes, whether or not members of the B.S.P.S. are subject to the Rules of the B.S.P.S., including the disciplinary
procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the B.S.P.S.
This show is a qualifier for the BSPS Classic Security UK Ltd Challenge, the highest placed pony in the Lead Rein, First
Ridden, Lead Rein of Hunter Type, Open Show Pony and Open Show Hunter Pony classes that has not qualified for the
2014 HOYS in the appropriate class will qualify. If the highest placed pony has already qualified for the BSPS Classic
Security UK Ltd Challenge, the qualification will be awarded to the next eligible pony.
This show is a qualifier for the BSPS Black Country Saddles Best Rider of the Year. The best rider in the Lead Rein, First
Ridden, Lead Rein Hunter Type classes and Mixed Height Open Classes will qualify.
This show is a qualifier for the BSPS Premier League. The 1st to 4th placed ponies in the Lead Rein, First Ridden and Lead
Rein Hunter Type classes, and 1st to 4th in Mixed Height Open Classes will qualify.
This show is a qualifier for the 2014 BSPS Summer Championships Show to be held at Arena UK. The first and second
prizewinners in classes 12 & 13 will qualify. In MIXED HEIGHT CLASSES 15, 18 & 19 the 1st. 2nd. 3rd. and 4th.
placed ponies will qualify for the B.S.P.S. Championships Show, provided the animal is registered in accordance with Rules
23 and 28 and ridden by a B.S.P.S. member.
This show is affiliated to Equifest, taking place at the East of England Showground on 13 th – 17th August 2014. The two
highest exhibits not already qualified in each affiliated class will qualify.
RING 1
9.00a.m.
Judge: Mr R Hunt, Bucks.
NPS/PICTON M & M NOVICE RIDDEN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to pure bred registered M&M stallions, mares and
geldings four years old or over. Ponies must be shown in a snaffle bit.
Class 1
DARTMOOR, EXMOOR, SHETLAND.
Class 2
WELSH A, WELSH B.
Class 3
CONNEMARA, NEW FOREST.
Class 4
DALES, FELL, HIGHLAND.
Class 5
WELSH C, WELSH D.
Class 5a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 1 – 5 to compete.
Class 6
NPS/THE KING’S HEAD M & M NOVICE LEADING REIN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered Dartmoor, Exmoor Shetland, New Forest
and Welsh Section A or B mares and geldings 4 years old or over not exceeding 122 cm. Riders must have
attained their 3rd birthday but must not have attained their 9th birthday before 1st January in the current year.
Ponies never to have won a first prize of £5 or more in Leading Rein classes or qualified for the NPS/Micor
Demolition M&M Leading Rein final before 1st January in current year. To be shown in a snaffle bit
Class 7
NPS M & M NOVICE FIRST RIDDEN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, New Forest,
Welsh Section A or B, mares and geldings four years old or over not exceeding 128 cm. Riders must have
attained their 3rd birthday but not reached their 12th birthday before the 1st January in the current year.
Pony never to have won a first prize of £5 or more in First Ridden classes or qualified for the NPS/Micor
Demolition M&M First Ridden Final before 1st January in current year.
Class 7a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 6 – 7 to compete.
Not before 1.30p.m.
Judge: Mr R Parker-Jones, Shrops.
NPS/RINGSIDE STUD M & M OPEN RIDDEN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered pure bred M&M stallions, mares and
geldings four years old or over.
NPS/Rosettes Direct Home Produced Ridden Championship – wear white arm bands.
Class 8
CONNEMARA, DALES, FELL, HIGHLAND, NEW FOREST, WELSH C & D.
Class 9
DARTMOOR, EXMOOR, SHETLAND, WELSH A & B.
The two highest placed exhibits in classes 8 and 9 not already qualified will qualify for the Hewitt Family/Equifest
Open Ridden Mountain and Moorland Championship.
Class 9a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 8 – 9 to compete.
NPS M&M Ridden Silver Medal Rosette Championship Sponsored by THE MINNS. A Silver Medal Rosette is
offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying or Life member in
the M&M Ridden section. Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the medal and/or the
qualification.
Class 10
NPS/ MICOR DEMOLITION LTD M&M LEADING REIN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, New Forest,
Welsh Section A or B mares and geldings four years old or over not exceeding 122 cm. Riders must have attained
their 3rd birthday but must not have attained their 9th birthday before the 1st January in the current year. To be
shown in a snaffle bit.
NPS/Rosettes Direct Home Produced Ridden Championship – wear white arm bands.
The two highest placed exhibits in class 10 not already qualified will qualify for the Colne Stud/Equifest Open Lead
Rein Mountain and Moorland Championship.
Class 11
NPS/ MICOR DEMOLITION LTD M& M FIRST RIDDEN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, New Forest,
Welsh Section A or B mares and geldings four years old or over not exceeding 128 cm. Riders must have attained
their 3rd birthday but not reached their 12th birthday before the 1st January in the current year.
NPS/Rosettes Direct Home Produced Ridden Championship – wear white arm bands.
The two highest placed exhibits in class 11 not already qualified will qualify for the Choynowski/Equifest First
Ridden Mountain and Moorland Championship.
Class 11a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 10 – 11 to compete.
RING 2 (Indoor Arena)
9.00a.m.
Judge: Mrs J Lang, Kent.
Class 12
BSPS LEADING REIN PONY.
Mare or gelding 4 years old or over not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 8th birthday before 1st
January in the current year.
The two highest placed exhibits in class 12 not already qualified will qualify for the Equifest Show Pony Lead Rein
Championship.
Class 13
BSPS FIRST RIDDEN PONY.
Mare or gelding 4 years old or over not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 10th birthday before
1st January in the current year.
The two highest placed exhibits in class 13 not already qualified will qualify for the Horse & Hound/Equifest Show
Pony First Ridden Championship.
Class 13a
Championship – 1st & 2nd prizewinners from classes 12 & 13 to compete. The Champion will
qualify for the B.S.P.S. Champion of Champions.
Class 14
BSPS MIXED HEIGHT NOVICE SHOW PONY.
Not exceeding 148cm. Riders to be the correct age for the height of pony they ride.
Class 15
BSPS MIXED HEIGHT OPEN SHOW PONY.
Mare or gelding 4 years old and over, not exceeding 148cm. Riders to be the correct age for the height of pony
they ride. The 1st prizewinner from class 15 will qualify for the B.S.P.S. “Mitten Asbestos” Champion of
Champions.
The two highest placed exhibits in class 15 not already qualified will qualify for the Signature Communications
/Equifest Show Pony Championship.
Class 15a
Championship – 1st & 2nd prizewinners in classes 14 & 15 to compete.
Class 16
BSPS LEAD REIN PONY OF HUNTER TYPE.
Mare or gelding 4 years old and over, not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 9th birthday before
1st January in the current year.
The two highest placed exhibits in class 16 not already qualified will qualify for the Mrs Jane Lloyd/Equifest Show
Hunter Pony Lead Rein Championship.
Class 17
BSPS FIRST RIDDEN PONY OF HUNTER TYPE.
Mare or gelding 4 years old and over, not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 10th birthday before
1st January in the current year.
Class 18
BSPS MIXED HEIGHT NOVICE SHOW HUNTER PONY.
Mare or gelding 4 years old and over, not exceeding 153cm. Riders to be the correct age for the height of pony
they ride.
Class 19
BSPS MIXED HEIGHT OPEN SHOW HUNTER PONY.
Mare or gelding 4 years old and over, not exceeding 153cm. Riders to be the correct age for the height of pony
they ride. The 1st prizewinner from class 19 will qualify for the B.S.P.S. “Mitten Asbestos” Champion of
Champions.
The two highest placed exhibits in class 19 not already qualified will qualify for the Chycoose Stud/Equifest Show
Hunter Pony Championship.
Class 19a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 16 – 19 to compete.
Class 20
PART BRED RIDDEN Not Exceeding 138cm. (not affiliated)
Stallion, mare or gelding 4 years old or over registered in the Part Bred section of their breed society. Riders any
age.
Class 21
PART BRED RIDDEN Exceeding 138cm. (not affiliated)
Stallion, mare or gelding 4 years old or over registered in the Part Bred section of their breed society. Riders any
age.
RING 2a (Indoor Arena)
1.00p.m.
Judge: Mrs J Bridges, Sussex.
These classes are affiliated to the British Miniature Horse Society, all classes will be run under their rules. Only
registered horses owned by a BMHS member may enter. Owners, exhibitors and handlers must be current
members and have paid the appropriate BMHS 2014 showing levy. Horses to report for measuring half an hour
prior to classes unless a 2014 measurement card is held. Classes 22 – 27 are qualifiers for the Royal International
Horse Show 2014, the first horse in each class will qualify, or if already qualified the highest to fourth place only
will qualify.
Class 22
RIHS MINIATURE HORSE, 3 years old and over licensed stallion.
Class 23
RIHS MINIATURE HORSE, 3 years old and over mare or gelding.
Class 24
RIHS MINIATURE HORSE, 2 year old colt, filly or gelding.
Class 25
RIHS MINIATURE HORSE, yearling colt, filly or gelding.
Class 26
RIHS MINI MINIATURE HORSE, yearlings and above.
Class 27
RIHS MAXI MINIATURE HORSE, yearlings and above. (This class is not eligible to compete in the
championship).
Class 27a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 22 – 27 to compete. The champion qualifies
for the Champion of Champions class at the BMHS International Breed Show on 30th August 2014.
Judge: Mrs L Ahmet, Kent.
Classes 28 – 31 open to M & M ponies registered in the main body of their respective stud books.
Class 28
SMALL BREEDS. Yearling, 2 or 3 year old colt, filly or gelding.
Class 29
SMALL BREEDS. 4 years old or over stallion, mare or gelding.
Class 30
LARGE BREEDS. Yearling, 2 or 3 year old colt, filly or gelding.
Class 31
LARGE BREEDS. 4 years old or over stallion, mare or gelding.
The two highest placed exhibits in classes 28 to 31 not already qualified will qualify for the Drumacre Hall Stud
/Equifest In Hand Mountain and Moorland Championship.
Class 31a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 28 – 31 to compete.
NPS M&M In Hand Silver Medal Rosette Championship Sponsored by KILMANNAN STUD. A Silver Medal
Rosette is offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying or Life
member in the M&M In Hand section. The Sponsor’s Rosette is also awarded to the pony receiving the
qualification. Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the medal and/or the qualification.
RING 2b (Indoor Arena)
1.00p.m.
Judge: Miss A Kelly, Kent.
NPS SHOW PONY IN HAND SUPREME NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014.
Class 32
SHOW PONY IN HAND. Yearling colt, filly or gelding n/e 148cm at maturity.
Class 33
SHOW PONY IN HAND. 2 or 3 year old colt, filly or gelding n/e 148cm at maturity
Class 34
SHOW PONY IN HAND. 4 years old or over stallion, mare or gelding n/e 148cm.
Class 34a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 32 – 34 to compete.
NPS Show Pony In Hand Silver Medal Rosette Championship Sponsored by LAYBALANDS STUD. A Silver
Medal Rosette is offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying
or Life member in the Show Pony In Hand section. Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the
medal and/or the qualification.
Class 35
maturity.
Class 36
Class 36a
Class 37
Class 38
Class 39
Class 40
Class 41
Class 42
Judge: Miss V de Quincey, Sussex.
SHOW HUNTER PONY IN HAND. Yearling, 2 or 3 year old colt, filly or gelding n/e 153cm at
SHOW HUNTER PONY IN HAND. 4 years old or over stallion, mare or gelding n/e 153cm
Championship. 1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 35 – 36 to compete.
PART BRED IN HAND. Yearling, 2 or 3 year old colt, filly or gelding.
PART BRED IN HAND. 4 years old or over stallion, mare or gelding.
HACK/RIDING HORSE IN HAND. Yearling, 2 or 3 year old colt, filly or gelding.
HACK/RIDING HORSE IN HAND. 4 years old or over stallion, mare or gelding.
SPORTS HORSE/PONY. Yearling, 2 or 3 year old colt, filly or gelding.
SPORTS HORSE/PONY. 4 years old or over stallion, mare or gelding.
RING 3
9.00a.m.
Judges: Mr R Parker-Jones, Shrops. (P) & Mrs L Ahmet, Kent. (C).
Class 43
NPS M & M FIRST RIDDEN WORKING HUNTER PONY CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered M&M mares or geldings four years old or
over not exceeding 128 cm. Riders must have attained their 5th birthday but must not have attained their 12th
birthday before the 1st January in the current year. Riders who have qualified for the (Horse of the Year
Show/RIHS) M&M Working Hunter Pony Championship before the 1st January in the current year are not eligible.
NPS/NPS AREA 25 M&M NOVICE WORKING HUNTER PONY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered pure bred M&M stallions, mares and
geldings, four years old or over. Ponies must be shown in a snaffle bit.
Class 44
PONIES NOT EXCEEDING 122cm
Class 45
PONIES EXCEEDING 122cm BUT NOT EXCEEDING 138cm
Class 46
PONIES EXCEEDING 138cm BUT NOT EXCEEDING 148cm (except for Dales and Welsh
Section D for which there is no height restriction)
Class 46a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 44 – 46 to compete.
NPS/NPS AREA 5 M & M INTERMEDIATE WORKING HUNTER PONY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to registered pure bred M&M stallions, mares and
geldings, five years old or over.
Class 47
PONIES EXCEEDING 138cm BUT NOT EXCEEDING 148cm. (Except for Dales and Welsh D for
which there is no height restriction).
Class 48
PONIES EXCEEDING 122cm BUT NOT EXCEEDING 138cm.
Class 49
PONIES NOT EXCEEDING 122cm.
Class 49a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 47 – 49 to compete.
Judge: Miss V de Quincey, Sussex. (P) & Mrs J Godden, Sussex. (C).
NPS/RIVER VALLEY STUD OPEN WORKING HUNTER PONY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to mares and geldings four years old or over. There are
no specific pony registration criteria. Ponies must be plaited.
Class 50
NURSERY STAKES. Ponies not exceeding 133cms, rider not to have attained their 12th birthday
st
before 1 Jan in the current year.
Class 51
OPEN MIXED HEIGHT. Ponies not exceeding 153cms. Riders must jump in the correct height
section and be the correct age for the animal they ride. Riders may ride more than one pony in an amalgamated
class providing the animals are in different height sections.
Not before 2.00pm.
Judges: Mrs V Hampton, Herts. (P) & Mr R Hunt, Bucks (C).
NPS/ PRP EQUESTRIAN RESCUE M&M WORKING HUNTER PONY ROYAL INTERNATIONAL HORSE
SHOW CHAMPIONSHIP
To be run under National Pony Society rules 2014. Open to pure bred registered M&M stallions, mares and
geldings, five years old or over. The owner must be a Qualifying or Life member of the NPS for the pony to enter
this competition. Riders may only ride one pony in each class. The highest placed pony from each class to qualify
for the final at Hickstead. At the final riders must also be NPS members.
Class 52
PONIES NOT EXCEEDING 122cm
Class 53
PONIES EXCEEDING 122cm BUT NOT EXCEEDING 133cm
Class 54
PONIES EXCEEDING 133cm BUT NOT EXCEEDING 143cm
Class 55
PONIES EXCEEDING 143cms
Class 55a
Championship. 1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 52 – 55 to compete.
AN INVITATION TO JOIN
NPS AREA 20
For an annual subscription of only £5 you would be entitled to reduced entry fees at Area 20 shows, regular
newsletters keeping you in touch with Area news, free advertising in the newsletter and on our website, details of
social events and eligibility to enter the Area 20 Points Competition which runs from February to October and
gives you the chance to win superb sashes and rosettes.
Your support of Area 20 would be most appreciated and if you would like to join us then please forward your
cheque (payable to NPS Area 20), to our Area Secretary: Miss M Godden, Totes Bungalow, Moor Hall Drive,
Ninfield, Battle, Sussex TN33 9JT.
RULES AND CONDITIONS OF ENTRY.
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Neither the NPS Area 20 Committee, Judges, Stewards, Assistants nor Crockstead Equestrian Centre,
shall in any way be held responsible or accountable for any theft, accident, injury, loss or damage
(howsoever this may be caused) to any exhibit, person, animal, property, vehicles brought on to the
showground, any premises used in conjunction with, arising out of or attainable to the show. It shall be a
condition of entry that each entrant or spectator shall indemnify the show organisers and proprietors
against any legal proceedings arising from any accident or misdemeanour. NPS Area 20 is covered by
Public Liability insurance. Competitors should ensure that they hold adequate third party insurance cover
in respect of any accident caused by themselves, their family, or helpers, their vehicles or animals when
on the showground.
The Judge’s decision is final. The class ends when the judge dismisses the class.
Stallions and colts, 2 years old and over must be suitably bitted and must be in possession of a current
NPS or appropriate breed society licence unless otherwise governed by their individual Breed Society.
In all cases, whips/canes must not exceed 30” in length.
Objections to be made in writing to the show secretary, together with a deposit of £40, within one hour of
the disputed event. If the objection is upheld the deposit will be forfeited.
Correctly secured current British Standard skull/riding hats must be worn at all times when mounted.
Handlers of ponies in the In Hand classes aged 14 years and under must wear correctly secured British
Standard skull/riding hats.
If for any reason the show has to be cancelled, only half the entry fee will be refunded. In no other case will
any entry fee be refunded.
In all M & M classes, ridden and in hand, ponies must be shown as recommended by their breed society
rules, and are restricted to the heights laid down by their appropriate breed societies.
All exhibitors must be in control of their animals at all times and any animal considered to be constituting a
danger will be asked to leave the showground immediately.
No telephone entries. Entries taken on the day are cash only.
The show organisers reserve the right to refuse any entry without giving a reason.
The committee reserve the right to substitute judges without warning or amalgamate classes due to
insufficient entries in one class.
All dogs must be kept on leads.
Riders of stallions should be not less than 11 years of age at 1st January of the current year when riding
small breeds, and not less than 14 years of age when riding large breeds.
Handlers of stallions and colts must have attained their 14th birthday by 1st January of the current year.
NATIONAL PONY SOCIETY AREA 20
SPRING SHOW – SATURDAY 19TH APRIL 2014
Entry fees classes 52 – 55: £20 Area 20 members, £25 non members, £30 on the day CASH ONLY (includes £8.50 RIHS levy)
Entry fees all other classes: £10 Area 20 members, £15 non members, £20 on the day CASH ONLY
ENTRIES CLOSE: 14TH APRIL 2014.
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Cheques to be made payable to NPS AREA 20
N.B. Please enclose s.a.e. for return of number.
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Address………………………………………………………………………………
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Tel. No……………………………………………………………………………….
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I agree to abide by the rules and conditions of entry of the show and understand that I
should hold adequate third party insurance cover in respect of any accident caused by
myself, my family or helpers, their vehicles or animals when on the showground.
Signed……………………………………… NPS membership no………………..
OWNER
RIDER
AGE
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Entry Fees Sub Total
Stabling @ £20 per stable
per night
First Aid
NPS Area 20 2014 Sub £5
£5.00
TOTAL
Please return to: Mrs J Godden,
Moor Hall Farmhouse, Moor Hall Drive,
Ninfield, Battle, Sussex TN33 9JT.