Please Read Very Carefully !
Rules & Regulations of Notts Derby Charity Horse Show – By Entering you agree to abide by these rules, Rules for affiliated classes may differ
1. Exhibitors are responsible for the correctness of there entries, and are asked to be accurate and clear when completing there entry forms, no responsibility for errors can be accepted. Postal Entries required for the Welsh Medal classes and no entries arriving after the closing date will be entered, Owner Details must be provided if these differ from rider/ exhibitor.
1a. Please See WPCS Rules for Welsh Classes, all entrants must be registered and proof of documents/ passports may be asked for where an issue arises.
1b. M & M Definition for the purpose of this show is for other breeds Non Welsh , Large Breeds are defined as Fell, Dales, Connemara, Highlands, New Forest and Small Breeds Dartmoor & Exmoor& Shetlands.
( Summer show, Shetlands & other M & M Breeds may have separate classes.)
2. We reserve the right to cancel or amalgamate classes with to few entries, also to split large classes as deemed necessary on the day.
3. Objections must be made in writing to the secretary within 10 mins of incident with a £25 deposit for each protest. This will be forfeited if objection upheld.
4. Judges we reserve the right to vary the panel of judges as deems necessary, Welsh Medal Classes will be judged by Judges on the WPCS Panel as are any other society affiliated classes Exhibitors are reminded not to show under a WPCS Panel judge or any judge if the judge has had an interest in the exhibit, in the event of a judge change, as much notification will be given as possible. In the event of a conflict of interest in an exhibit, ie the animals has been owned, bred or produced by a judge, the competitor must withdraw from that class.
5. The Organisers DO NOT HOLD THEMSELVES RESPONSIBLE for loss or damage or injury (whether fatal or otherwise) to competitors, on lookers or spectators or their property or horse/pony in connection with any event, it shall be considered a condition of entry that each entrant shall agree to INDEMNIFY the promoters against any Legal action arising for any accident whatsoever. Exhibitors are expected to hold their own third party insurance.
6. Spectators are reminded that Horse and Ponies can be unpredictable and to take care of themselves and there children at all times. People behaving inappropriately will be advised, and if not taken notice of, will be asked to leave the venue.
7. Any Exhibitor or member of the public who conducts themselves inappropriately to Judges, Officials or Spectators or to there animals will be requested to leave the show ground or venue immediately. We Reserve the right to request any person to leave if there behaviour is not appropriate. Inappropriate behaviour will result in a ban from competing at ALL Notts Derby Horse Show events in the future.
8. ALL Riders and Those under 18 must be suitably dressed at all times in Fastened British Standard Riding hat and appropriate footwear, NOT trainers whilst mounted, Exhibitors showing animals In hand must also be suitably and smartly dressed for your class. If you are aged over 18 and would like to wear a beagler or bowler unstrapped hat, You must sign a disclaimer and carry your disclaimer proof card at all times, WE STRONGLY ADVISE that all persons wear a correctly strapped British standard hat in all including in hand classes, Failure to produce your disclaimer card will result in elimination from the class with no refunds issued !!!! Handlers in In Hand classes under the age of 16 must wear a British Standard Riding Hat.
9. Please take your rubbish home with you and do not muck out horse transport onto the field/venue
10. No persons under 16 to wear spurs. Spurs may not be worn in M & M Ridden or VHS Classes.
11. Stallions & Colts Welcome under adequate control of a knowledgeable handler age 14 years and over. Safety is a priority and if your animal constitutes a danger to the young handler or itself it will be asked to leave the class/ area.
12. All classes to be paid for prior to entry.
13. We will try and run classes on time but cannot be held responsible for clashing or missed classes, a refund will not be given if this occurs, We Advise competitors to watch for there class and we will advise of any delays & ring Changes over the speaker system. Competitors are responsible for getting themselves to the correct rings on time. No Class will Start before its allotted time.
14. Horse/Ponies are aged as of the 1st of January in the current year, a foal is born 2010, a yearling will be an animal born in 2009, 2 YO 2008, 3 year old 2007. Where an issue arises a passport or Vets certificate may be requested.
15. Riders ages will be taken as they were on the 1st Jan 2010
16. Dogs to be kept on leads and cleaned up after. Anyone found to let a dog foul and not clear it up will be banned from future events, Dog faeces is a hazard to children and highly unpleasant.
17. The Judges Decision is final in all cases !
18. No equine under the age of 4 years to compete in any ridden class or be ridden at the venue (as of Jan 1st in current year) Where an issue arises a passport or Vets certificate may be requested.
19. Lead Rein competitors/ ponies must have a snaffle bit & lead be attached to noseband at all times. & Not Exceeding 12.2HH, First Ridden Ponies can be ridden in any suitable bit, though judges will note the suitability / effectiveness of the bit used
20. Leaders in Lead Rein classes must be 16 yrs or older
21Summer Show - . Foals must be at least 3 weeks old and accompany their dams at all times.
( Winter Show Foals must be at Least 4 Months old and Weaned to be shown, No Foal can be shown on its dam at the winter show)
22. No Refunds will be given unless a valid Vets Certificate or Doctors Note is received. We reserve the right to give an entries credit note rather than a cash refund.
23. No lead Rein Competitors in classes not for lead rein or unless it is specifically stated that they can be on lead rein for that class.
24. Where a problem occurs and is not covered in the rules please consult the show secretary who will make the final decision.
25. Young Handlers (All entrants 16 & Under in All Classes) Must wear a British Standard Riding hat.
26. Please Park where you are asked to by the attendants, Verbal Abuse or confrontation with any attendant, volunteer or member of NDHS Staff is taken very seriously and you will be banned from all future events.
27. Stallion & Colts Handlers / Riders Must be over the age of 14 except ridden small breeds, which must have attained 12th Birthday.
28. Please refer to WPCS , CHAPS, VHS and any other affiliated society classes specific rulings for those classes.
29. This is a fun show raising money for charity, please enter into the spirit of this by making it a pleasant nice day for all concerned. The organisers have taken a lot of time and effort to make this day a success so enjoy it, have a go at something new.
30. Once a Class is In Progress and the Gate is Closed, No Other Entrants will be let in without the Judges express permission, VHS Class once the class is trotting no other entrant may enter.
31. Spectators please wait in the spectators area, only essential personnel (grooms and riders) to Wait by the rings in the standing/waiting area.
32. Working in is to be done in the areas provided, NO LUNGING. After 7.45am, If you feel you need to lunge then please see the secretary who will make a decision onto weather there is a spare area at that time, DO NOT JUST USE THE CAR PARK OR WHOLE WORKING IN AREA.
33. Any Class other than Ride ability, you may ride side saddle if you wish. Judges will not ride in any class other than ROR/ TARRA Race horse classes, which you must provide an astride saddle if requested.
WELSH PONY & COB SOCIETY RULES FOR AFFILIATED CLASSES – Please Ask for a copy if needed