Mooreland Stables Rules and General information

All events are held at Mooreland Stables, Stordon Lane, Griffydam, unless otherwise stated
Dogs to be kept on leads at all times
Litter must be placed in bins and not left any where on the show ground or adjacent land
Field gate to be kept closed at all times due to health and safety reasons
No horse to be left unattended whilst tied to a trailer or lorry
The gate steward will allocate parking spaces. Please wait to be directed before parking
The organiser reserves the right to cancel or substitute any class and to divide or combine any class subject to the number of entries received, and to change judges without prior notice
Alterations to and rescheduling of events will be posted on Mooreland Stables website
The organisers have the right to measure a horse or pony at any time
No horse or pony under the age of 4 years will be allowed to enter a ridden class
Junior classes are open to persons who are under 17 years of age on the day of the show.
Senior classes are open to persons who are 17years and over on the day of the show.
Correct dress must be worn by competitors at all times
Riders must wear a black or navy skull cap or hat which conforms to BSEN1384, PAS015, ASTF1163 and bearing kite mark or SEI mark with a three point harness at all events when mounted
No spurs to be worn by juniors unless previously agreed by the organiser
Body protectors are recommended for all show jumping
Long riding boots or jodhpur boots to be worn when in the show ring
Trainers, Muckers or Wellington boots are not permitted when mounted
Mooreland Stables shall not be held responsible for any loss, injury or damage to person or property, howsoever caused
Jewellery is not permitted whilst mounted
All competitors compete at their own risk
In the event of any disputes, the organisers decision is final
Abusive, aggressive or rude behaviour will not be tolerated in any way. Offenders will be asked to leave the showground
No galloping permitted unless asked to do so by a judge
It is the competitors responsibility to present themselves for the class at the appropriate time
Any competitors failing to present themselves within one minute of being called to their class will result in elimination
All riders are expected to ride sensibly and safely in the warm up rings. Failure to do so will result in a request to leave the showground
Competitors may be disqualified for:
Reckless riding
Any breach of rules
Ill treatment of any animal including excessive use of whip
Riding a unsound or ill horse
Taking part with any horse that is considered to be a danger to any person, animal or property

Judging of Classes:
In hand: Competitors should be of smart appearance. Jacket and tie preferred. A hard hat is compulsory for all junior handlers
Style and Appearance: to be judged on riders style, ability and appearance of both horse and rider
Riding Club Horse/Pony: To be ridden in a snaffle bridle only. Class to be judged on manners, way of going and suitability for rider and riding club activities. Competitors will be required to jump a small fence, height at the judges discretion
Neatest and Cleanest: Riders will not be required to do a show. Marked on 100% cleanliness and appearance.
Best Rider: Judged on riding ability and appearance.
Ridden Championship: Judged on best rider/horse combination from 1st and 2nd prizewinners in eligible classes.
Dressage: Judging as BD Rules 2008. See Rulebook..

Trophies and prizes:
Perpetual trophies are to be returned to Mooreland Stables at least one week before the next prizegiving.
Perpetual trophies are to be returned cleaned and engraved.
Points towards loyalty prizes are awarded throughout the summer schedule ONLY. Additional winter events therefore will not be take into account.
Rosettes will be awarded to 6th place in all classes.

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