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LONGTON RIDING CLUB

SHOW SCHEDULE 2017

SHOW GROUND LOCATION

Moss Lane (off Ulnes Walton Lane) Ulnes Walton, Leyland, PR26 8LX

www.longtonridingclub.com

SAT NAV USERS - PR26 8LX

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OFFICERS & COMMITTEE OF THE CLUB

Main Contact Details: Show Day Information Line

Address: www.longtonridingclub.com

Contact Info: 01772 433217

Margaret Bamford President

16 The Hillocks, Croston, PR26 9RE

01772 600259 07890 922354

Sylvia Butler Vice President

Drumacre Hall Farm, Drumacre Lane West, Longton, PR4 4SB.

01772 614151

Michael Cookson – Chairman

8 Tristan Avenue, Walmer Bridge, PR4 5GL mick@longtonridingclub.com

01772 615182 07719 469332

Pat Lunn – Vice Chairperson/Treasurer/ Membership & Points Secretary

20 Jolly Tar Lane, Coppull, Chorley, PR7 4BH info@longtonridingclub.com

01257 791458 07778 128104

Suzanna Whalley – Dressage & Teams Secretary

27 Masonfield, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 8HN suzanna@longtonridingclub.com

01772 697350 07855 854294

Rebecca Thornley – Stewards/In Hand Champs Secretary

rebecca@longtonridingclub.com

Laura Walkden Child Protection/SJ Training Officer/SJ Teams

82 Town Lane, Whittle-le-Woods, Chorley, PR6 7DH laura@longtonridingclub.com

07795 830046

Irene Grundy – Minutes/Judges/Qualifiers FlatworkTraining-InHand//Dressage Secretary

11 Smithills Close, Chorley, PR6 0EG irene@longtonridingclub.com

07597 374008

Peter Butler - Committee Member

304 Liverpool Road, Walmer Bridge, Preston, PR4 5GD

01772 586676 07979 960033

Julie Walker Advertisers/Sponsors

Amy Bolan Committee Member

HONORARY COMMITTEE MEMBERS:

Christine Pearsall – BSPS/PUK show

61 Durham Drive, Buckshaw Village, Euxton, PR7 7AW christine.pearsall@btinternet.com

07881 783974

Emma Curtis – Web Administrator

webmaster@longtonridingclub.com 07736 040057

Sheila Glenn

Diamond Hall Farm, Moorside Fold, Longton-By-Pass, Longton, PR4 5RE. sheila@longtonridingclub.com

01772 614095

Vincent Conlon Hutton, Preston, PR4 5HE

01772 614125

***YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOUR HELP! *** COME ALONG AND HELP SET UP THE SHOWGROUND BEFORE THE SHOWS AND IN RETURN WE WILL GIVE

YOU A VOUCHER FOR

2 FREE ENTRIES FOR ANY CLASS EACH TIME YOU HELP

These vouchers can only be used for class entries Point Shows (not Dressage) by Longton Riding Club

members

This request is aimed at our senior members (or parents) as it may involve lifting jump wings and poles

etc. FOR MORE DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT MICK COOKSON ON 01772 615182 OR 07719

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2017- CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Date: Title: Comments:

15th April 1st Dressage Show Venue: Pauls Farm

23rd April 1st Points Show LRC Showground

6th May Ridden Showing Championship Show

LRC Showground

14th May 2nd Points Show Qualifiers: TGCA In Hand LRC Showground

20th May 2nd Dressage Show LRC Showground

21st May In Hand Championship Show Qualifiers: NCPA, TGCA, TSR & IMHPS LRC Showground

4th June 3rd Points Show Qualifiers: TSR, TGCA ridden LRC Showground

10th June 3rd Dressage Show LRC Showground

25th June 4th Points Show LRC Showground

1st July 4th Dressage Show LRC Showground

9th July 5th Points Show LRC Showground

22rd July 5th Dressage Show LRC Showground

30th July 6th Points Show LRC Showground

12th August 6th Dressage Show LRC Showground

27th August 7th Points Show Trophy Show: Qualifiers: TSR LRC Showground

17th November

Presentation Dance Grasshoppers Rugby Club

29th Jan 2018

AGM Venue to be confirmed

All events will be held at the Showground, Moss Lane, Ulnes Walton, unless stated otherwise. Any further dates will be published on the Club Notice Board, the Web Site and in the Newsletter. In the case of bad weather on show days an announcement will be placed on the Show Information telephone line 01772 433217 as to whether or not the event will proceed.

Every effort will be made not to cancel shows

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LONGTON RIDING CLUB

CLASS ORDER 2017

Times stated are approximations only to give some guidance as to running order

Ring One

Show Jumping Ring Two Ridden

Showing

Ring Three Working Hunter

Class Commences 10am Class Commences 9.30am Class Commences 9.30am

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1 Beginners Practice Jumping

Ridden Sports Horse 25 Practice WH 55cm

entries close 10.00am

11 M & M Large

26 Junior Beginners Working Hunter Horse/Pony 60cm

12 M & M Small

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Beginners Jumping

10.30am Start

13 Riding Horse / Hack

27 Senior Beginners Working

Hunter Horse/Pony 60 cm

14 Arab PB & Anglo

15 Lead Rein Pony

28 M & M Working Hunter

70cm

3 Practice Jumping

16 First Ridden Pony

Not before 12.30pm 29 Junior Novice Working

Hunter Horse/Pony 70cm

17 Ridden Veteran

15 - 19

Not before 1.00 pm. 18 20+ Ridden Veteran

Not before 1.30 pm

4 70cms Jumping Ponies 19 Ridden Coloured 30 Novice Working Hunter

Horse/Pony 70cm 5 80cms Jumping Ponies 20 Open Cob

6 70cms Jumping Horses 21 Hunter Horse 31 Intermediate WH Horse/Pony 80cm

7 Accumulator with Joker 22 Show Hunter Pony -

Mixed Height 32 Open Working Hunter

Horse/Pony 90-100cm 8 80cms Jumping Horses 23 Junior Open Showing

9 Open 90cm to 100cm

Horse/Pony exc 138cms 24 Open Showing

Lunch times & coffee breaks are not set and will be taken at the appropriate time to minimise ring clashes.

These will be announced in advance on the public address system

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LONGTON RIDING CLUB

CLASS ORDER 2017

Times stated are approximations only to give some guidance as to running order

Ring Four In Hand

Ring Five Handy Pony /Novelties

Ring Six Equitation & Showing

Class Commences 9.30am Class Commences 10.00am Class Commences 10.30am

33 Youngstock

52 Handy Horse/Pony

59 Best Turned Out

34 Arab PB & Anglo 60 Lead Rein Equitation.

35 Veteran 15-19

53 Lead Rein Handy Pony

61 First Ridden Equitation

36 Veteran 20+ 62 Junior Equitation

37 Coloured Horse

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63 Intermediate Equitation

38 Open Cob Bonny Pony (Plaited)

64 Senior Equitation

39 M&M inc Shetland

55 Bonny Pony (Natives)

Not Before 12.30pm

40 Welsh 65 Novice Ridden Pony

41 Part Bred Horse/Pony 56 Novelty Class 66 Novice Ridden Horse

42 Horse of Hunter Type 57 Novelty Class 67 Riding Club Pony

Not Before 12.30pm 58 Novelty Class 68 Riding Club Horse

43 Pony of Hunter Type

44 Sports Horse

45 Junior Handler 6-11

46 Junior Handler 11-16

47 Senior Handler

Showmanship over 17

48 Riding Pony

49 Riding Horse / Hack

50 Best Conditioned Pony

51 Best Conditioned Horse

Lunch times & coffee breaks are not set and will be taken at the appropriate time to minimise ring clashes.

These will be announced in advance on the tannoy

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MEMBERS INFORMATION

ENTRY FEES & MEMBERSHIP

Notice: Membership, show jumping training, flatwork training and dressage entries can be paid for via

Pay Pal on the website.

MEMBERSHIP FEE £26.00

Families with three members living at the same address receive a reduction of £1.00 off third members fee

CLASS ENTRY FEES

Classes except those below Members £4.50 - Non Members £8.00 Practice Jumping Class 1 & 3 Members £3.00 - Non Members £6.00

Practice Working Hunter Class 25 Members £3.00 - Non Members £6.00

Rosettes to 6th place

Prize Money: £5 to 1st place (5 entries of more), £3 to 2nd place (7 entries or more) It is the responsibility of the rider to collect the prize money from the pavilion on the day of the event. No prize

money will be given after the event.

NB: A competitor can only show one animal in each class. If an owner is showing more than one animal it must be entered in the handler’s name. To qualify for points the handler must be a paid up member

DRESSAGE ENTRY FEES Members £7.50 - Non Members £10.50

Points Enquiries to Pat Lunn info@longtonridingclub.com Dressage Enquiries to Irene Grundy irene@longtonriding.com

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Please make sure that your entry is correct before handing it in. If you change the name of a horse mid-season it will be classed as two different horses so try and be consistent. Any queries or concerns regarding the points please make them in writing preferably by e-mail to info@longtonridingclub.com

so that they can be checked carefully.

WHAT DOES YOUR BRC MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE?

Longton Riding club is an affiliated riding club which means as a British Riding Club member a portion of the £26.00

membership fee goes to the British Horse Society.

The amount that goes to the British Horse Society is £11.50 and this entitles you to the following:

* Access to local and national competitions including Area Qualifiers and Championships. As an affiliated riding

club you have opportunities to ride in area points and inter-club competitions.

* BRC members have third party insurance cover while taking part in affiliated BRC-organised activities. For

further information, contact South Essex Insurance Brokers (SEIB) on 0845 4500634 or e-mail s.phillips@bhs.org.uk

* A quarterly instalment of news, information and articles exclusive for BRC members.

* Use your membership card to receive fantastic discounts for a range of products from magazine subscriptions to pasture management products. For more information please go to the following website link

http://www.bhs.org.uk/enjoy-riding/british-riding-clubs/joining-a-brc

* Entry fees at member’s prices at all other NLG Area 3 BRC riding events.

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LONGTON RIDING CLUB - QUALIFIERS FOR 2017 The Showing Register (TSR) Regional Finals Longton Riding Club is a qualifier for the 2017 TSR Regional Finals. Once you have qualified you can enter ANY of the Regional Finals (Central, East Anglia, North West, North East, South East, South, Wales & South West or Scottish). You DO NOT have to be a TSR member to qualify or enter a final. The Rider/Handler qualifies and can enter any horse/pony in any number of Finals. Full details can be found at www.theshowingregister.co.uk

TSR Ridden Qualifying Classes - 1st & 2nd place riders qualify and will receive a qualification card in the

ring. Qualifying classes - all in Ring 2 plus Classes 63, 64, 65 and 66 in Ring 6.

TSR In Hand Qualifying Classes - The two highest placed Handlers with a TSR In Hand Card will qualify

in any In Hand class. Handlers MUST have their cards signed in the ring by the judge/steward, cards are

available free from the website.

Regional Final – Aintree Autumn Spectacular, September 2017 The Traditional Gypsy Cob Association (TGCA) 14th May In-hand Show Number: TGCA/05/17/055 21st May In-Hand Champ Show Number TGCA/05/17/056 4th June Ridden Show Number: TGCA/06/17/057 14th May 2017 – In-Hand Qualifiers – Classes 34 & 40 21st May 2017 - Qualifiers in Classes 11 & 18 4th June 2017 - Ridden Qualifiers Only - Class 20 These classes are qualifiers for the Best of Breed Finals at the Traditional Gypsy Cob Association's (TGCA) National Breed Championship Show “TOYS”. Classes are open to all traditional gypsy cobs. Top three in each class qualify. In open height classes, top three in small and large sections qualify. Stallions – All stallions (four years and over) in order to enter any TGCA affiliated class, MUST have their TGCA stallion disc displayed on their bridle. Existing TGCA members must present their qualification card to the judge in the ring for signature. Non-members will receive a qualification card from the judge and will have 21 days to join the TGCA and to register their horse in order to validate the qualification. Please refer to www.tgca.co.uk for further details including membership, horse registration and showing rules (contained within the member’s handbook). Championship – Best of Breed- National Breed Championship Show ‘TOYS’

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SHOW SCHEDULE RING 1 - SHOW JUMPING - Commencing 10.00 a.m.

Class 1 BEGINNERS PRACTICE JUMPING Horse or Pony any height, rider any age. May be on lead rein (this class only)

Fences will not exceed 55cms (1’9”)

Class 2 BEGINNERS JUMPING Max height 60cm (2’0”) This class is open to junior/senior members, riding horses ponies. Competitors in this class are not eligible to compete in Classes 4 to 9 on the same day. The class will consist of one round. Any

member with three clear rounds at the end of the season will be eligible for the Beginners Jumping Championship at the last points show. The overall winner at the end of the season would not be

eligible for this class in future seasons. Class 3 PRACTICE JUMPING

Horse or Pony any height, rider any age. Fences - Max height 70cms (2’3”). The last two fences will be at 85cms (2’9”) to be jumped by ponies and horses 148cms and over. Any competitor who has

not presented for jumping before 11.45am will be eliminated.

Class 4 70cms JUMPING PONIES (Not before 1 .00 p.m.) Rider any age. Ponies not exceeding 148cms. Maximum height in the first round 70cms.

Class 5 80cms JUMPING PONIES Rider any age. Ponies not exceeding 148cms. Maximum height in the first round 80cms.

Class 6 70cms JUMPING HORSES Rider any age. HORSES ONLY must exceed 148cms. Max height in the first round 70cms.

Class 7 ACCUMULATOR with JOKER

Rider any age. A senior cannot compete on a pony under 143cms. Score is accumulated with each fence jumped clear. The joker fence is optional after the round has been completed and the rider has

gone through the timing.

Class 8 80cms JUMPING HORSES

Rider any age. HORSES ONLY must exceed 148cms. Max height in the first round 80cms.

Class 9 OPEN JUMPING 90cms to 1.00cms

Rider any age. Ponies must exceed 138cms. Max height in the first round 1.00m

Rules in accordance with the current BS Rule Book. Except that:

Three refusals constitute elimination as per Riding Club rules. Numbers must be worn in all classes. Age limits are as

stated in the schedule. Spurs can be worn by juniors in show jumping classes (please see page 45 for the rules on all

other classes)

Market Harboroughs are allowed provided they are not used in conjunction with any other martingale.

There are no prohibited bits for Show Jumping provided they are used as intended and not to reprimand the horse.

Blinkers, running, check, draw and side reins are forbidden

Jackets and light coloured jodhpurs/breeches must be worn

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RING 2 RIDDEN SHOWING - Commencing 9.30 a.m.

Class 10 RIDDEN SPORTS HORSE Stallion, Mare or Gelding Exc. 148cm. Rider any age.

Class 11 RIDDEN M & M LARGE BREEDS

Connemara, Highland, Dales, Fell, New Forest, Welsh Section C & D - To be shown in natural state

Class 12 RIDDEN M & M SMALL BREEDS

Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, Welsh Section A & B - To be shown in natural state

Class 13 RIDING HORSE / HACK

Exc. 148cm but hacks not to exceed 160cm.

Class 14 RIDDEN ARAB – PART BRED & ANGLO

Class 15 LEAD REIN PONY Snaffle Bridle only

Open to Show Ponies, Show Hunter Ponies & M&M Ponies. Rider’s 8 years and under on 1st January in the current year. This class is to find the most suitable & well mannered Lead Rein Pony. Max height

128cm. All qualifying combinations must check the relevant society rules on pony height before entering. All competitors receive a rosette.

Class 16 FIRST RIDDEN PONY Snaffle Bridle only

Open to Show Ponies, Show Hunter Ponies & M&M Ponies. Rider’s 10 years and under on 1st January in the current year. This class is to find the most suitable & well mannered First Ridden Pony. All

competing receive rosette.

Not before 12.30pm

Class 17 RIDDEN VETERAN – Spurs are not permitted

Horse or Pony 15-19 years and over - rider any age

Class 18 20+RIDDEN VETERAN - Spurs are not permitted

Horse or Pony 20 years and over - rider any age

Class 19 RIDDEN COLOURED HORSE/PONY Coloured, Spotted, & Palomino horses/ponies any height - rider any age.

Class 20 RIDDEN OPEN COB Horse of Cob type, Traditionals shown in natural state, Show Cobs & Maxi Cobs to be shown hogged.

open to any colour and height - rider any age.

Class 21 HUNTER HORSE Horses exceeding 148cm - rider any age.

Class 22 SHOW HUNTER PONY – Mixed Height Ponies not exceeding 148cm. Riders must be suitable age and height for their mounts.

Class 23 OPEN JUNIOR SHOWING – Mixed Height

Horse or pony any height. Riders 18yrs & under on 1st January in current year. Riders must be a

suitable age and height for their mounts.

Class 24 OPEN SHOWING Horses / Ponies any height, 4 years old or over, registered or un-registered incl. part breeds. Rider’s

must be a suitable age and height for their mounts.

Please note: Novice Ridden Pony and Novice Ridden Horse are in Ring 6 Please make sure that your entry is correct before handing it in. If you change the name of a horse mid-season it will be classed as two different horses so try and be consistent. Dress & Tack in accordance with BSPS Rules

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RING 3 WORKING HUNTER - Commencing 9.30 a.m.

Class 25 PRACTICE WORKING HUNTER Horse or Pony any height, rider any age. Fences will not exceed 55cms. No entries taken after

10.00am. The class will close at 10.30am Entry Fee Members £3.00 non Members £6.00

Not before 10.30am

Class 26 JUNIOR BEGINNERS WORKING HUNTER PONY

To be ridden by a Junior member age not to exceed 12 on 1st January in current year. Pony not to exceed 148cms. No spurs. Competitors not eligible to compete in any other WH Class on the same

day. The overall point’s winner at the end of the season would not be eligible for this class in future

seasons. Max height 60cm.

Class 27 SENIOR BEGINNERS WORKING HUNTER To be ridden by a Senior Member. Horse/Pony 148cms & over. No spurs. Competitors not eligible to

compete in any other WH Class on the same day. The overall point’s winner at the end of the season

would not be eligible for this class in future seasons. Max height 60cm.

Class 28 M & M WORKING HUNTER Native Breeds only. To be shown in natural state. Max height 70cm

Class 29 JUNIOR NOVICE WORKING HUNTER HORSE/ PONY

To be ridden by a Junior - Riders 18yrs or under on 1st January in current year. Max height 70cm.

Not before 1.30 p.m.

Class 30 SENIOR NOVICE WORKING HUNTER HORSE/PONY

To be ridden by a Senior -Max height 70cm.

Class 31 INTERMEDIATE WORKING HUNTER HORSE/PONY

To be ridden by a Junior or Senior. Max height 85cm.

Class 32 OPEN WORKING HUNTER HORSE/PONY To be ridden by a Junior or Senior. Max height 100cm

Competitors in Class 26 & 27 may not compete in any Novice, Intermediate or Open W. H. class on the same day. Spurs permitted for senior riders only. Protective boots may be worn by the horse/pony for the jumping phase

but must be removed for showing phase.

Competitors in Classes 29,30,31 &32 are eligible for the WH Championship - The Billington Trophy at the end of the season

Competitors in Class 11, 12, 28, 39 & 40 are eligible for the M & M Championship - The Chadwick Trophy

at the end of the season

Height Conversion Chart

Hh cms Hh cms

12 123 14.2 148

12.2 128 15 153

13 133 15.2 158

13.2 138 16 163

14 143 16.2 168

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RING 4 IN HAND - Commencing 9.30 a.m. ***NEW START TIME FOR 2017***

Class 33 YOUNG STOCK

Foals (with Dam),Yearlings, Two & Three Year Olds.

Class 34 ARAB PB & ANGLO

Class 35 VETERAN HORSE/PONY Horse or Pony Aged 15 – 19 years

Class 36 20+ VETERAN HORSE/PONY Horse or Pony 20 years and over

Class 37 COLOURED HORSE/PONY

Including Palomino & Spotted

Class 38 OPEN COB

Horse of Cob Type: Show Cob/Maxi Cobs to be shown hogged, Traditionals shown in natural state. open to any colour, any height.

Class 39 MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND Inc. Shetland but excluding Welsh

Class 40 WELSH

Class 41 PART BRED HORSE / PONY

Horses / Ponies any height, 4 years old or over, registered or un-registered part breeds.

Class 42 HORSE OF HUNTER TYPE

Not Before 12.30pm

Class 43 PONY OF HUNTER TYPE Not exceeding 148cm

Class 44 SPORTS HORSE

Stallion, Mare or Gelding Exc. 148cm. Triangular show not required.

Class 45 JUNIOR HANDLER 6 to 9 years The handler must be aged 6 to 9 years on 1st Jan in the current year and a correctly secured, approved riding hat must be worn - Stallions may not be shown in this class.

Class 46 JUNIOR HANDLER 10 to 14 years

The handler must be aged 10 years & over on 1st Jan in the current year and a correctly secured,

approved riding hat must be worn - stallions may not be shown in this class.

Class 47 SENIOR HANDLER/SHOWMANSHIP Handler must be aged 15years & over on 1st Jan in the current year and a correctly secured,

approved riding hat must be worn - stallions may be shown in this class-but the handler must be aged

16yrs or over.

Class 48 RIDING PONY Not Exceeding 148cms

Class 49 RIDING HORSE / HACK

Riding Horses Exc. 148cm. Hacks not to exceed 160cm

Class 50 BEST CONDITIONED PONY - Not Exc. 148cm

Class 51 BEST CONDITIONED HORSE - Exc. 148cm NB: A competitor can only show one animal in each class. If an owner is showing more than one animal it must be entered in the handler’s name. To qualify for points the handler must be a member. Please make sure that your entry is correct before handing it in. If you change the name of a horse mid-season it will be classed as two different horses so try and be consistent.

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RING 5 HANDY PONY - Commencing 10.00 am

Class 52 HANDY HORSE/ PONY Rider Junior or Senior Horse or Pony

Class 53 LEAD REIN HANDY PONY Rider aged 7 years and under on 1st January in the current year. To be shown on the Lead Rein.

Competitors in this class are only eligible to compete in other Lead Rein, First Ridden, Beginners & Bonny Pony Classes

Class 54 BONNY PONY (plaited) In Hand or Ridden. All Junior competitors must wear a correctly secured, approved riding hat when

showing. Stallions may not be shown in this class.

Class 55 BONNY PONY (Natives)

In Hand or Ridden. All junior competitors must wear a correctly secured, approved riding hat when showing. Stallions may not be shown in this class.

NOT BEFORE 1PM

NOVELTY CLASSES - RIDDEN OR IN HAND - non points

Rider/Handler aged between 4yrs and 10yrs of age on 1st January in the current year

All Junior competitors must wear a correctly secured, approved riding hat when showing. All competitors receive a

rosette.

Class 56 Novelty Class – to be announced on the day from the following list

Class 57 Novelty Class - to be announced on the day from the following list

Class 58 Novelty Class – to be announced on the day from the following list

Hairiest pony

Nicest mane & tail

Best figure of eight in walk

Best walk and trot in a straight line

Best Manners whilst being stood up for the judge

Cutest Bottom

Longest ears

Cheekiest face

Longest whiskers

Pony most like its rider/handler

Best square halt

Further distance walked with an egg on a spoon.

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RING 6 EQUITATION & SHOWING - Commencing 10.30 am Class 59 BEST TURNED OUT Neatest & Cleanest - Rider any age Horse or pony any height.

Class 60 LEAD REIN EQUITATION Snaffle Bridle only Rider 8 years & under on 1ST January in the current year. All competitors receive a rosette

Class 61 FIRST RIDDEN EQUITATION Snaffle Bridle only Rider 10 yrs & under on 1ST January in the current year. Ponies will not be cantered together. They

may canter if they choose in their individual shows. All competitors receive a rosette

Class 62 JUNIOR EQUITATION Snaffle Bridle only Riders age 11 –13 on 1ST January in the current year.

Class 63 INTERMEDIATE EQUITATION - Snaffle Bridle only Riders age 14 – 17 on 1ST January in the current year.

Class 64 SENIOR EQUITATION- Snaffle Bridle only – Spurs are not permitted

Riders 18 & over on 1ST January in the current year

Not before 12:30pm

SHOWING CLASSES

Class 65 NOVICE RIDDEN PONY Snaffle Bridle only

Open to ponies not exceeding 148cms not to have won an open showing class –The points winning

combination of the previous year may not compete in future seasons. Rider any age.

Class 66 NOVICE RIDDEN HORSE -Snaffle Bridle only Open to horses exceeding 148cms not to have won an open showing class –The points winning

combination of the previous year may not compete in future seasons. Rider any age.

Class 67 RIDING CLUB PONY

Pony not to exceed 148cms. To be judged on manners and suitability for riding club activities. Will include a small jump. Open to Juniors or Seniors. Rider’s must be a suitable age and height for their

mounts. Based on BHS rules.

Class 68 RIDING CLUB HORSE

Horse must exc. 148cm. To be judged on manners and suitability for riding club activities. Will include a small jump. Open to Juniors or Seniors. Rider’s must be a suitable age and height for their

mounts. Based on BHS rules.

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OBJECTIVES

The objectives of the RIDING CLUB AFFILIATION SCHEME are to assist and encourage those interested in the horse and equitation, to improve and maintain the standard of riding and horsemanship and to seek to preserve and develop public

riding facilities. To promote the interest of horse and pony breeding, to further the art of riding and driving and to encourage horsemanship and the welfare of horses and ponies. The Club shall be known as “Longton Riding Club”. The objectives of the club shall be:

(a) To encourage riding as a sport and recreation, to promote good fellowship amongst riders and to improve and

maintain the standard of riding and horsemanship. (b) To organise instructional meeting, lectures and competitive events and other activities to deemed to further these

objectives. (c) To support and co-operate with recognised organisations interested in the breeding and use of all breeds and types

of horses and ponies.

(d) To investigate the subject of bridleways and rights of way with a view to opening those that have been closed and

maintaining and more clearly defining those that are open. (e) To concern itself with any matter which will benefit the horse and horse user in the district.

RULES AND CONSTITUTION

1. MEMBERSHIP a) Senior members are those who have attained their 18th Birthday before the first of January prior to the Annual

General Meeting. b) Junior members are those who have not attained their 18th birthday before the 1st January prior to the Annual

General Meeting. Membership shall be deemed to be confirmed when the due subscription has been paid to the Club and a membership card issued.

c) Voting rights. Senior members shall have full voting rights. A parent or legal guardian shall have voting rights on

behalf of a junior member. d) Honorary and Life Members: The Committee shall have power to confer Honorary or Life Membership upon any

person who, in their opinion has rendered notable service to the Club. Honorary membership shall be for one year and does not carry any voting rights or riding privileges. Life membership shall be for life and carries full voting rights but not riding privileges.

e) The President and Vice President shall be entitled to attend all meetings but have no voting rights or riding

privileges.

2. SUPPORTERS CLUB The Club shall encourage friends and parents to give financial support to the Club by becoming a ‘supporter’ and giving such minimum amount of money as the Annual General Meeting shall decide. Supporters are NOT members of the Club and have no rights or privileges whatsoever other than to receive the Club Newsletter which may from time to time be issued.

3. EXPULSION FROM MEMBERSHIP

The committee shall have the right to expel from membership any member who in the opinion of the committee, has brought the Club into dispute or acted contrary to the best interests of the Club, provided always that the members shall be given the opportunity of explanation.

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4. COMMITTEE a) The committee shall consist of up to 20 Senior Members including the Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, Show

Secretary and Treasurer as determined by the Annual General Meeting. The Treasurer will ensure that the appropriate insurance is in place.

b) The committee shall have the power to co-opt other members, but shall not exceed the total permitted at 4(a). c) A quorum shall be more than half of the elected and co-opted members. d) The committee will at its discretion be able to appoint “Honorary” committee members. Honorary committee

members are not expected to attend meetings, but will receive committee papers and may be called upon to give advice. They will have no voting rights.

e) The committee shall have all the power of management vested in it and shall be responsible for the interpretation of

these rules and for any matter relating to the Club not expressly provided for in these rules. Their decisions shall be final and binding on all Club members.

f) At least one third of the Committee, which must include all co-opted members, shall retire each year. Retiring

members shall be eligible for re-election. No members shall serve for more than three years without re-election at an Annual General Meeting.

5. TRUSTEES a) The general committee of the Club is empowered to appoint not more than five Trustees. The Trustees appointed

be authorised to purchase land on such terms and conditions as may be agreed by the Committee. The Trustees be further authorised to do all such things as are necessary to affect such purchases as may be agreed by the committee. That any land may be purchased by the trustees as aforesaid be held in the names of the Trustees upon the trust set out in a Trust Deed to be executed contemporaneously with the Purchase Deed the terms of which shall be agreed by the committee.

b) In the event of a sale of the whole or any part of the land or assets vested in the name of the Trustees in

accordance with the foregoing paragraph, the Trustees shall dispose of or otherwise deal with the nett proceeds of the sale as determined or directed by not less than 75% of the members of the Club voting at the General Meeting duly convened, provided always that no member shall obtain personal financial benefit thereby.

6. ADMINISTRATION & ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

a) The financial year of the Club shall be 1st January to 31st December each year. b) The Annual General Meeting shall be held as soon as is practical after the year end. The agenda shall include the

following items: To receive and if approved, adopt the Statement of the Club’s accounts to the end of the preceding year. To fill vacancies on the committee. To elect a Treasurer. To appoint an auditor(s). To deal with any other matter of which due notice has been given. Notices may be given to members either by hand or sent by post to the address in the Secretary’s register. Accidental omission to give or failure to receive such notice for any reason shall not invalidate the proceedings of that meeting.

c) The accounts of the Club shall be audited each year before being presented to the members, by the Person(s)

appointed at the previous Annual General Meeting. d) These rules may be amended at an Annual General Meeting provided notice is given to the Secretary by the 1st

January preceding the Annual General Meeting, OR at a Special Meeting called by the committee or by a request signed by ten senior members specifying the amendments they wish to make. The Secretary shall give ten days notice of such Special Meeting and shall specify the matters to be dealt with.

7. SUBSCRIPTIONS

a) Subscriptions will become due for payment immediately following the Annual General Meeting.

b) Members must be correctly turned out at all Club events. c) It is EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN for any reason, whether a member or not, to mount a horse or pony at any function

organised for, or supported by the Club, whether competing or not, unless correctly fitting hard hat is worn, ALL hard hats should conform to the current standards. Such headwear must be worn with a harness properly adjusted and fastened.

d) Any member who was awarded a trophy and fails to return it by the date stipulated may not be permitted to take any trophy in the future, at the Committees discretion.

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e) THE LONGTON RIDING CLUB, ITS COMMITTEE, OR ANY PERSON ACTING ON THEIR BEHALF, SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ACCIDENT OR INJURY TO ANY PERSON, ANIMAL OR PROPERTY, HOWSOEVER CAUSED.

BYE-LAWS OF THE CLUB

1. It is a condition of the membership that all members acquaint themselves with the Rules and Constitution of the Club as well as the Bye-Laws.

2. Members are obliged to abide by the Rules and Constitution and the Bye-Laws and to any temporary rules which

the Committee may from time to time decide upon.

3. The Committee are obliged to ensure that copies of the Rules and Constitution, Bye-Laws and temporary rules are displayed on the notice board.

4. Competitors will be responsible for the security and comfort of their mounts. Horses will not be led or ridden in the

prohibited areas.

5. Members must conduct themselves in such a manner as will not interfere with the enjoyment of spectators, visitors and competitors. Any member, competitor or spectator found to be abusive to judges or officials may

be asked to leave the show ground and will forfeit any entry fees paid.

6. Competitors must comply with instructions given to them by members of the Committee or their appointed stewards.

7. The judge’s decision in all cases is final and binding.

8. Members are expected to assist the Committee whenever possible by offering their help to ensure the smooth

running of shows, events and social functions in order to make all such occasions enjoyable to all.

9. Animals must not be tethered to Club property.

10. Fall of horse/pony, rider or handler will result in elimination and competitors must leave the ring dismounted.

11. Stallions are permitted but they must be ridden/handled by a person 16 years old and over. They are not allowed in the Bonny Pony or Bonny Pony Native classes.

12. Running martingales and any nosebands are permitted in all classes except equitation classes. Judges will take in to account their effect and will place accordingly. Market Harboroughs are permitted in Show Jumping only provided they are not used in conjunction with any other martingale

13. Bit-less bridles are permitted in Show Jumping only. For all other classes any suitable bridle may be worn unless

otherwise stated in the schedule. Judges opinions on suitable bits/bridles will vary and their decision is final.

14. The use of running, check, draw, side reins and blinkers is forbidden in all areas of the showground.

15. Protective boots may be worn during the jumping phase of the working hunter but must be removed for phase two.

16. No lunging on the show ground.

17. Whips/show canes must not exceed 75cm/30” in length.

18. In showing classes; any animal displaying continuous disobedience will be disqualified.

19. Junior handlers are required to exhibit horses/ponies that are suitable to their own height and capabilities. The judge’s decision on this will be final.

20. No Horse/Pony under the age of four may be ridden on the show ground.

21. Riders and handlers must be four years old by the 1st January in the current year.

22. Competitors must only walk in the horse walks (no trotting or cantering allowed).

23. It is the responsibility of the competitors to avoid entering classes that may clash and to inform the Ring Steward if

they are going to be late for a class. Exhibitors who appear late for their class will only be allowed to complete at the judge’s discretion. Please note that in the ridden classes if an exhibitor misses the go round they will only be allowed to take part none competitively.

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24. COMPETITION FOR ANNUAL TROPHIES Points will only be counted for Championship from date of paid membership. Classes 1,3,25 & 56 to 58 do not count

as Championships. The same combination of horse and rider/handler must compete to be eligible for points, only exception to be equitation classes. Points will be awarded as follows to members at each points show:

1st in class – 8 points 2nd in class – 7 points 3rd in class – 6 points 4th in class – 5 points 5th in class – 4 points 6th in class – 3 points

One point shall be awarded to each competing member not placed. All points cup winners must have competed in at least three points shows to qualify for the award.

25. DRESS Competitors must wear collar and tie or hunting stocks. Polo necked sweaters are NOT acceptable (except in cross country phases). Earrings, studs or any other item of jewellery which could be deemed dangerous is forbidden. Jodhpurs/Breeches must be of a light colour. Jackets must be worn. Footwear must be competition standard.

26. HATS All competitors must wear a riding hat which conforms to the BRC requirements when mounted. All junior competitors showing in-hand must also wear a suitable hard hat which meets standards set out by BRC. Please see hat guidelines section in this schedule and the British Riding Clubs website for more details and information – www.bhs.org.uk/enjoy-riding/britishriding-clubs

27. DOGS AT ALL TIMES DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON A LEAD AND UNDER CONTROL. OWNERS ARE REQUESTED TO RESPECT AND UPHOLD THE LAWS REGARDING DOG FOULING.

28. SPURS

Where the rules permit the use of spurs, they must be blunt, without rowels and without sharp edges. If the spurs are curved, the curve must be downwards and the shank must face back. Only metal spurs are acceptable. Where permitted in showing classes they may only be worn by senior riders. This rule does not apply to the show jumping classes except spurs are NOT permitted in the beginners jumping classes. Spurs and not permitted in any Equitation or Ridden Veterans Class.

29. OBJECTIONS Height of Horse/Pony. Members wishing to object to the height of an animal should lodge such objections in writing to the Secretary of the Club together with a deposit of £40. The owner of the animal on receiving due notice of the objection must produce to the Committee within 14 days of the date of the notice either a life certificate of the

animal’s height or a letter stating that the animal has been measured and clearly giving the height and signed by a Veterinary Surgeon who is a member of the Joint Measurement Scheme. If the objection is sustained the objector will has the deposit returned. If the objection is not sustained the deposit will be given to the owner of the animal. All other objections should be given in writing to the Secretary of the Club together with a deposit of £25. If the objection is sustained the deposit will be returned to the objector. If not sustained, the deposit will be disposed of at the discretion of the Committee to the benefit of the Club. In all cases of objections the decision of the Committee is binding on all concerned.

30. CLUB MEMBERSHIP CARDS

Club Membership Cards MUST be produced when class entries are made. Failure to do so may result in non-member entry fees being charged. Points will be awarded as per Bye-Law 24.

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CHILD PROTECTION POLICY POLICY STATEMENT

Longton Riding Club (LRC) fully accepts its legal (Children’s Act 1989) and moral obligation to provide a duty

of care, to protect all children and vulnerable adults, and safeguard their welfare, irrespective of age, any

disability they have, gender, racial origin, religious beliefs and sexual orientation.

In pursuit of this the LRC is committed to ensuring that:

The welfare of young people and vulnerable adults is paramount and children have the right to

protection from abuse

All young people who take part in Equestrian events should be able to participate in a fun and safe

environment and in an atmosphere of fair play

It takes all reasonable practical steps to protect children from harm, discrimination and degrading

treatment and respect their rights, wishes and feelings

All suspicions and allegations of poor practise or abuse will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly

and appropriately. It is the responsibility of child protection experts to determine whether or

not abuse has taken place, but it is everyone’s responsibility to report any concerns

LRC is to abide by the British Equestrian Federation (BEF) procedures for good practice and child

protection that clearly state what is required of them

All volunteers are to be carefully selected, informed about their responsibilities and provided with

guidance and/or training in good practice and child protection procedures

High standards of behaviour and practice are demanded through compliance with BEF codes of conduct

produced for volunteers and instructors

Everyone knows and accepts their responsibilities and works together: parents, riders, instructors,

volunteers and professional staff

LRC has appointed a Child Protection Officer – Laura Walkden 07795 830046

Health & Safety Policy

1. The organiser has the overall responsibility for Health & Safety.

2. The event is organised in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and all who have (to any extent) control

of premises or site at the event are responsible for ensuring that:- a) Everything reasonably practical is done to ensure the Health & Safety and welfare of those attending the

event. b) They conduct themselves so that they do not put themselves or anyone else at risk

c) Access to and egress from the site is safe.

3. Emergencies

a) Emergency services must have access to all parts of the event site at all times and members of the public must not park vehicles so as to obstruct access.

b) First aid points are clearly marked c) In case of an emergency you should find a committee member in the clubhouse on the show

ground, who will contact the relevant emergency services.

4. Horses - Can easily be frightened and can be dangerous. Members of the public are requested to keep clear

from horse areas/walkways and to avoid behaviour which might alarm horses. All Dogs must be kept under

close control and on leads at all times.

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INFORMATION LINE ON SHOW DAY - 01772 433217 DIRECTIONS TO LONGTON RIDING CLUB

SAT NAV USERS - PR26 8LX

M65 from East Lancs and Yorkshire Follow signs towards Preston. At the end of the M65 bear left at large roundabout and proceed along A582. At the

next roundabout go straight across over bridge to double roundabout. On second roundabout take second exit onto

Flensberg Way. At the next roundabout (household refuse tip on right) turn left, still on Flensberg Way. At next roundabout take 2nd exit and continue to traffic lights, (Dunkirk Hall Public house on right). Through this set of lights

and at the next set of lights turn right onto Slater Lane. Follow signs for Ulnes Walton. At the T junction turn left onto School Lane. Follow this road for 3/4 mile turn right into Moss Lane, show ground entrance 150 yards on right.

M6 from North - Junction 29 Bamber Bridge Follow signs towards Preston on the A582. At the roundabout for the M65 proceed across roundabout staying on the

A582. Then follow directions as above.

M6 from South - Junction 28 Leyland Turn left at end of slip road towards Leyland town centre. At double roundabout turn right to larger roundabout, take

2nd exit and turn left at the traffic lights into Golden Hill Lane. Follow this road to traffic lights at 2nd Cross Roads.

Through this set of lights to roundabout, turn left onto Schleswig Way to traffic lights (Dunkirk Hall Public House). Through this set of lights to next set turn right into Slater Lane. At T junction turn left into School Lane and follow

this road for 3/4 of a mile turn right into Moss Lane, showground entrance 150 yards on right.

M6 from South - Junction 27 Standish

Take B5250 to Eccleston. Once through Eccleston village you will go over a hump backed bridge. The road forks to the left, take the left fork and follow the road to T junction, With the Rose & Crown public house facing you, turn left

onto A581. Turn 1st right at white railings into Ulnes Walton Lane, (signposted Wymott Prison). Follow this road for 3.4 mile. Turn left into Moss Lane, showground entrance 150 yards on left.

M61 Junction 8 Chorley Turn left and at next roundabout (Hartwood Hall Hotel facing) take second exit towards Chorley. At next roundabout

take 2nd exit onto B5252. At next roundabout take 3rd exit, at Traffic lights go straight across follow road to T Junction. Turn right onto Southport Road A581 until Rose & Crown public House on right. Take first right into Ulnes

Walton Lane (signposted Wymott Prison). Follow road for 3/4 mile, turn left into Moss Lane, showground entrance 150yds on right.

A59 Liverpool/Ormskirk Turn right 1/2 mile past Rufford Old Hall onto A581. Go through Croston to T junction (The Mill restaurant facing)

turn right. Take 1st left into Ulnes Walton Lane, (signposted Wymott Prison). Follow road for 3/4 of a mile, turn left into Moss Lane, Show ground entrance 150 yards on right

From Southport Area Turn right at roundabout on A59 1/2 mile past Bank Bridge onto B5247, through Bretherton. Stay on this road until

railway bridge then turn left into Moor Road (B5249). Proceed down this road to Garden Centre on left. Take next road left Ulnes Walton Lane, (signposted Wymott Prison). Follow road for 3/4 of a mile, turn left into Moss Lane,

Show ground entrance 150 yards on right

Note - Most routes have road signs to H.M. Prisons Wymott/Garth. If in doubt follow these signs. Our showground is

opposite Wymott Prison.