Nithsdale Open Showjumping inc Spring Festival Qualifiers

Entries can be made at www.horseevents.co.uk The deadline for entries is Thursday 7th November. No entries on the day. No horse or rider change after the closing date. Lead rein and wibbly wobbly are for true beginners – please do not enter if you have won these classes more than twice. Combination of pony/rider competing in Class 1 are not permitted to compete in classes 3 & above. Maximum of 3 entries per pony/horse. Classes maybe split junior & senior depending on entries (Junior – 16 years or under). The Spring Festival Qualifiers will run before the open class at each height.

Rosettes to 6th place. Spring Festival Qualifiers will be run separately from our normal classes – 1st & 2nd place in these classes will qualify. Prize giving will take place mounted after each class back in the main arena.

Times will be posted on www.ponyclubresults.co.uk on Friday 8th in the evening. All times are approximate and we will do our best to run to time, please keep an eye on our social media. Course walks will only take place at the start of each class.

The organisers reserve the right to refuse any entry. The competition is being run under current Pony Club Show Jumping Rules 2024 The decision of the judges & stewards in all cases are final. 4. Any objections must be made in writing and handed to the show secretary within 15 minutes of the incident happening with a deposit of £10.00. In the event that the objection is sustained the deposit will be refunded. Use of the whip must be in accordance with the rules laid down in the current Pony Club Show Jumping Rules. Use of the whip will be monitored by the judge and excessive or inappropriate use may result in elimination. Horses & ponies must be four years or over on the day of the show. No substitution of entries after the closing date.

Competitors must be suitably dressed in correct riding attire. Body Protectors are recommended for all jumping classes. Hats & Body Protectors must meet the Safety Standards as detailed in the rulebooks. Hat must be worn and chin straps correctly fastened at all times when mounted.

Neither the club nor any person acting on its behalf accept any liability for any loss, damage, accident, injury or illness to horses, riders, spectators or any property. All non-Pony Club competitors are not covered by The Pony Club insurance and must have their own third party cover. Nithsdale Branch of the Pony Club and the organisers of this event are not legally responsible for non-members & their insurance will not cover you.

Horses/ponies tied up to the trailer/lorries must not be left unattended. Please ensure the area around your trailer/lorry is left clean & tidy. All droppings must be removed. The outdoor arena is not for use as belongs to the riding school and liveries. All dogs must be kept on a short lead.

The cafe is closed but tuck shop will be available. Toilets on site.

The organisers of this event have taken reasonable precautions to ensure the Heath & Safety of everyone present. For these measures to be effective, everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid or prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructions of the organisers & all officials & stewards.