Woodland Hunt Pony Club Open Show Jumping Competition

Withdrawal Date: 06/01/2025

No Refunds after the withdrawal date for whatever reason. Before this date full refunds to be given.

In the unfortunate situation of the event having to cancel all entries will be refunded in full minus any booking fees

After the closing date please contact the event Secretary to make any changes

Before the closing date please login to your Horse Events Account and cancel your entry. If a refund is due this will be processed automatically. To withdraw after the closing date please contact the event Secretary

1. The organisers reserve the right to refuse any entry without giving a reason. 
2. The competition is being run under Pony Club Show Jumping Rules 2025. 
3. No Refunds after the closing date for whatever reason. Before this date full refunds to be given.
4. All competitors must be suitably dressed in correct riding attire. Hats must be PAS 015: 2011* with BSI Kitemark, VG1 with BSI Kitemark, Snell E2016* onwards with the official Snell label and number, ASTM-F1163 2004a onwards with the SEI mark or AS/NZS 3838, 2006 onwards and chin straps must be correctly fastened at all times when mounted. 
5. From 1^st January 2025, SPURS may only be worn by those identified with a YELLOW hat tag
6. The decision of the judges and stewards in all cases is final. 
7. 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. 
8. Excessive use of the whip, including repeated slapping down the shoulder, is prohibited. Use of the whip will be monitored, and excessive use may result in elimination. PADDED JUMPING BATS ONLY PERMITTED
9. Save for the death or personal injury caused by the negligence of the organisers, or anyone for whom they are in law responsible, neither the organisers of this event or The Pony Club nor any agent, employee or representative of these bodies, nor the landlord or his tenant, accepts any liability for any accident, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, riders, spectators, land, cars, their contents and accessories, or any other personal property whatsoever, whether caused by their negligence, breach of contract or in any other way whatsoever. Entries are only accepted on this basis. 
10. The organisers of this event have taken all reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present at this event. For these measures to be effective, everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents. They must obey the instructions of the organisers and all officials and stewards. 
11. All non-Pony Club competitors are not covered by The Pony Club insurance and must have their own third-party cover. The Woodland Hunt Branch of The Pony Club and the organisers of this event are not legally responsible for non-Members and their insurance will not cover you. 
12. Horses and ponies must be four years or older on the day of the show. 
13. All entries must be accompanied by the correct fee. 
14. All dogs must be kept on a lead. 
15. The Organisers reserve the right to alter the programme of events at their discretion and should the event be cancelled for any reason the Organisers reserve the right to retain a proportion of entry fees to cover their expenses. 
16. Combinations competing in Class 1 are not permitted to compete in Classes 3 and above. 
17. Classes will be run single phase. 
18. No Substitution of entries after the closing date. 
19. In the interests of safety and the smooth running of the event, all competitors and accompanying persons MUST follow the instructions of show officials, and this includes directions as to the parking of vehicles. 
20. Horses/ponies tied to the outside of trailers/lorries must not be left unattended. 
21. Please ensure that the area around your horse box/trailer is left clean and tidy and any droppings are removed! Tying of haynets on the outside of trailers/lorries is not permitted. 
22. Entry to events at Berkshire College does not entitle riders or visitors to use other equestrian facilities, including the grass rides and the cross-country areas. Riders or visitors are not entitled to be anywhere on the estate other than the specific facilities hired for the Show. Anyone found on the estate will be banned from ALL future equestrian events at this venue.