From the 01st July 2008 all shows for the remaining season will be qualifiers for the
'BLUE CHIP FESTIVAL OF CHAMPIONS'.
The first 4 in each showing class will qualify and everyone to score 60% or over in a dressage test will qualify.
Once qualified, you can choose which championship show you would like to attend (choice of 4 venues).
Simply complete the qualifiication card and send it off to the festival association to confirm your place!

GOOD LUCK!!!!

In Hand Trophy Show and Fun Dog Show
Saturday 29th March 2008

Ring 1: Classes start at 0930 prompt

Trophy to first prize winners of classes 1- 9.

Class 1: Best Young stock – 4 years and under
Class 2: Most Appealing Pony/Horse – any age, any height
Class 3: Best Veteran – to be 15 years and over by 01 Jan 2008, any height
Class 4: Best Coloured – any age, any height, to include piebald, skewbald, dun, cremello, roan, palomino, spotted
Class 5: Best Cob – any age, any height
Class 6: Best Mountain & Moorland type – any age, any height
Class 7: Best Non Mountain and Moorland – any age, any height
Class 8: Best Conditioned Pony/Horse – any age, any height
Class 9: Best junior handler – handler to be under 17years

Ring 2: Dog Show to commence at 1100 prompt

Rosettes to 4th place in classes 1 - 6.

Class 1: Waggiest Tail
Class 2: Best Condition
Class 3: Best Veteran – Dogs to be 8years plus
Class 4: Best puppy – Dogs under 12 months
Class 5: Dog the judge would most like to take home
Class 6: Fancy Dress

To commence after class 6:

Class 7: Have a go obstacle – How fast can your dog retrieve a dummy/ball over an enclosed course of hay bales.
Its great fun, any dog welcome. Small prize for the winner!!

Trophy Showing Show
Saturday 24th May 2008

Photos by photo-kinesis
Catering by 'The Little Kitchen' catering services

Ring 1: In Hand Show Classes to start at 10am prompt
Classes sponsored by: Guardian Homecare (East Midlands) Ltd.

Class 1: In Hand Young stock – to be under 4 years, any height
Class 2: In Hand Most Appealing Horse/Pony – any age, any height
Class 3: In Hand Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 4: In Hand Non Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 5: In Hand Best Condition– any age, any height
Class 6: In Hand Veteran Horse/Pony- horse/pony to be 15years and over, any height
Class 7: In Hand Championship. Open to First and second prize winners in classes1–6. Trophies to Champion and Reserve.

RIDDEN CLASSES NOT BEFORE 11am:
Classes sponsored by: Guardian Homecare (East Midlands) Ltd.

Class 8: Junior Neatest and Cleanest – a show will not be required
Class 9: Junior Best Rider – on or off lead rein (will be split if sufficient entries)
Class 10: Riding Club Pony 14:2” and under
Class 11: Riding Club Horse over 14:2”
Class 12: Senior Neatest and Cleanest – a show will not be required
Class 13: Senior Best Rider
Class 14: Ridden Championship. Open to first and second prize winners of classes 9, 10,11 & 13. Trophies to Champion and Reserve. Judged on best horse/rider combination.

Trophy Showing Show
Saturday 14th June 2008

Photos by sjm-photography
Catering by 'The Little Kitchen' catering services

Ring 1: In Hand Show Classes to start at 10am prompt
Classes sponsored by: Winding River Ltd.

Class 1: In Hand Young stock – to be under 4 years, any height
Class 2: In Hand Most Appealing Horse/Pony– any age, any height
Class 3: In Hand Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 4: In Hand Non Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 5: In Hand Best Condition– any age, any height
Class 6: In Hand Veteran Horse/Pony- horse/pony to be 15years and over, any height
Class 7: In Hand Championship. Open to First and second prize winners in classes1–6. Trophies to Champion and Reserve.

RIDDEN CLASSES NOT BEFORE 11am:
Classes sponsored by: Winding River Ltd.

Class 8: Junior Style and Appearance - on or off lead rein (will be split if sufficient entries)
Class 9: Junior Best Rider – on or off lead rein (will be split if sufficient entries)
Class 10: Riding club pony 14:2” and under
Class 11: Riding Club Horse over 14:2”
Class 12: Senior Style and Appearance
Class 13: Senior Best Rider
Class 14: Ridden Championship. Open to first and second prize winners of classes 8-13. Trophies to Champion and Reserve. Judged on best horse/rider combination.

Trophy Showing Show
Saturday 26th July 2008

Photos by sjm-photography
Catering by 'The Little Kitchen' catering services

Ring 1: In Hand Show Classes to start at 10am prompt:

Class 1: In Hand Young stock – to be under 4 years, any height
Class 2: In Hand Most Appealing Horse/Pony– any age, any height
Class 3: In Hand Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 4: In Hand Non Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 5: In Hand Best Condition– any age, any height
Class 6: In Hand Veteran Horse/Pony -horse/pony to be 15years and over, any height
Class 7: In Hand Championship. Open to First and second prize winners in classes1–6. Trophies to Champion and Reserve.

RIDDEN CLASSES NOT BEFORE 11am:

Class 8: Junior Neatest and Cleanest – a show will not be required
Class 9: Junior Best Rider – on or off lead rein (will be split if sufficient entries)
Class 10: Riding Club Pony 14:2” and under
Class 11: Riding Club Horse over 14:2”
Class 12: Senior Neatest and Cleanest – a show will not be required
Class 13: Senior Best Rider
Class 14: Ridden Championship. Open to first and second prize winners of classes 9, 10,11 & 13. Judged on best horse/rider combination. Trophies to Champion and Reserve.

Trophy Showing Show
Saturday 23rd August 2008

Photos by photo-kinesis
Catering by 'The Little Kitchen' catering services

Ring 1: In Hand Show Classes to start at 10am prompt
Classes sponsored by: Gary Talbot Builders

Class 1: In Hand Young stock – to be under 4 years, any height
Class 2: In Hand Most Appealing Horse/Pony– any age, any height
Class 3: In Hand Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 4: In Hand Non Mountain and Moorland– any age, any height
Class 5: In Hand Best Condition– any age, any height
Class 6: In Hand Veteran Horse/Pony – horse/pony to be 15years and over, any height
Class 7: In Hand Championship. Open to First and second prize winners in classes1–6. Trophies to champion and reserve.

RIDDEN CLASSES NOT BEFORE 11am:
Classes sponsored by: Gary Talbot Builders

Class 8: Junior Neatest and Cleanest – a show will not be required
Class 9: Junior Best Rider – on or off lead rein (will be split if sufficient entries)
Class 10: Riding Club Pony 14:2” and under
Class 11: Riding Club Horse over 14:2”
Class 12: Senior Neatest and Cleanest – a show will not be required
Class 13: Senior Best Rider
Class 14: Ridden Championship. Open to first and second prize winners of classes 9, 10,11 & 13. Judged on best horse/rider combination. Trophies to champion and reserve.

Showing Hints and Tips

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