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Affiliated to the British Riding Club
EASTER CHARITY SHOW
SATURDAY 19TH APRIL 2025
AT
SHEEPGATE EQUESTRIAN, BOSTON PE22 0AS
RIDDEN AND IN-HAND SHOWING, AND FUN CLASSES
All Welcome!
Donations from the proceeds of this show will be made to Metheringham Animal Welfare Supporters (MAWS), which makes donations to local animal charities, and Young Lives V Cancer
This show is affiliated to:
- COLOURED HORSE AND PONY SOCIETY (CHAPS UK) Championship Show to be held on 14th – 16th August 2025, affiliation number 25-013. Both Owner and the Rider/Exhibitor need not be a member of CHAPS (UK), nor must the horse or pony be registered with CHAPS (UK) to compete. However, in order to Qualify, both Owner and Rider/Exhibitor need to be a current Showing Member and have a valid Qualifier card. Members to apply to CHAPS (UK) for appropriate Qualifier cards.
- EQUIFEST, at Arena UK, Grantham 6th – 9th August 2025. The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in each affiliated class will qualify.
- EQUINE SPORTS UK (ESUK) Grassroots Championships taking place at Arena UK, Grantham, 31st July – 2nd August 2025. The three highest placed exhibits will qualify in each class. Qualification cards will be given out in the relevant classes.
- SENIOR SHOWING AND DRESSAGE LTD (SSADL) National Championship to be held at Onley Equestrian Centre 21st/22nd September 2025. 1st round for London International. The two highest placed exhibits with qualification cards qualify.
- SIDE SADDLE ASSOCIATION (SSA) National Show at Addington Manor 25th – 27th July 2025
- TRADITIONAL GYPSY COB ASSOCIATION World Extravaganza 31st July – 3rd August at Willoughby Park, Rugby. The three highest placed exhibits qualify.
- THE SHOWING REGISTER AMATEUR OF THE YEAR Christmas themed final 6th/7th December 2025 at Stoneleigh Park. Qualification cards awarded to two highest placed competitors.
If entering any of the above qualifying classes, it is the competitor’s responsibility to adhere by the relevant rules, and obtain qualification cards where necessary before the Show.
We follow each separate Society’s rules on welfare, so please do not be offended if we ask you to abide by them. Our insurance requests that all entrants have to wear acceptable protective head gear.
Photographer (David Neve) and First Aider present Refreshments by Kev’s Kitchen
CLASS PRICES
Pre-entries to be made through My Riding Life (except for classes 26-29)
Once entered, competitors may enter other classes on the day (cash payments only)
Classes 1 – 25 £10 members, £12 non members – pre-enter via My Riding Life
Classes 26 - 29 £6 members, £8 non members – enter on the day, cash only
There will be a one off charge of £2.00 per competitor to cover First Aid
Rosettes to 4th Classes may be split if sufficient entries
RING 1 – Judge Alison Marriot
START TIME 9.00AM
Class 1Lead Rein (to include Equifest Qualifiers for Open M & M, Open Show Pony and Open Show Hunter Pony) ESUK, TSR (plaited and M & M)
Class 2First Ridden (to include Equifest Qualifiers for Open M & M, Open Show Pony and Open Show Hunter Pony) ESUK, TSR (plaited and M & M)
Mini Championship – 1st and 2nd placed competitors from Classes 1 and 2 to compete
IN HAND
Class 3Youngstock (ESUK, Equifest)
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Class 4M & M / Part Bred (ESUK, Equifest)
Class 5Hunter / Riding Horse / ROR / Riding Pony / Show Hunter Pony (ESUK, Equifest) Sponsored by Seymours Caravans
Class 6 Veteran (over 15yrs) (SSADL, ESUK, Equifest) )
Sponsored by Petfood Supplies – Vouchers of £20, £10 and 2 x £5 for 1st – 4th
Championship – 1st and 2nd placed competitors from classes 3 to 6 to compete
RIDDEN
Class 7 M & M / Part Bred (ESUK, Equifest, TSR)
Class 8Riding Horse / ROR / Riding Pony / Show Hunter Pony (ESUK, Equifest, TSR where applicable)
Sponsored by Ann Hemming
Class 9Ridden Hunter / Cob (ESUK, Equifest, restricted TSR)
Class 10 Veteran (over 15yrs (SSADL, ESUK, Equifest) )
Sponsored by Petfood Supplies – Vouchers of £20, £10 and 2 x £5 for 1st – 4th
Class 11Riding Club Horse/Pony (to include a small jump) (TSR)
Championship – 1st and 2nd placed competitors from classes 7 to 11 to compete
FUN CLASSES – NOT BEFORE 1.00PM – will be allocated an arena nearer the day
Class 26Fancy Dress - ridden or in hand
Class 27Handsome Gelding / Prettiest Mare – in hand *
Class 28Nicest mane, tail and feathers / Horse or Pony Judge would most like to take home – in hand *
Class 29Young handler – in hand Sponsored by M & R Machinery Sales
* Classes may be split if sufficient entries
INDOOR ARENA – Judge Janet Smithers
START TIME 9.30AM
IN HAND
Class 12 Youngstock Open to 1, 2 and 3 year olds, any type (CHAPS, TGCA)
Class 13 Piebald/Skewbald (CHAPS, ESUK, Equifest)
Alternative Coloured - Palomino, Spotted, Roan etc (ESUK, Equifest)
Class 14 Traditional, any colour, Senior 4yrs plus (CHAPS, ESUK, Equifest, TGCA))
Class 15 Cob Type (CHAPS, ESUK, Equifest) Sponsored by Jodie White
Championship - 1st and 2nd in classes 12, 13, 14 and 15 to compete in Championship
RIDDEN
Class 16 Piebald/Skewbald (CHAPS, ESUK, Equifest)
Alternative Coloured – Palomino, Spotted, Roan etc (ESUK, Equifest)
Class 17 Traditional, any colour (CHAPS, TGCA)
Class 18 Cob Type hogged, plaited etc (CHAPS, ESUK, Equifest)
Championship - 1st and 2nd in classes 16, 17 and 18 to compete in Championship
TGCA QUEST Championship – 1st to 3rd in the TGCA Qualifying classes above to go forward to this Championship, but to take part exhibits must be TGCA members before this show date.
RING 2 – Judge Jennifer Martin
START TIME 10.00AM
Class 19Strictly Come Showing – new class! Competitors ride an individual freestyle display not to exceed 90secs. Judged 50% turnout and 50% showmanship. To include LR, riders must be 4yrs and over. Any type H/P.
Sequins, feathers, bling encouraged, but not necessary.
Class 20Concours d’Elegance Side Saddle (SSA)
Class 21Classical Ladies Side Saddle (SSA)
Class 22Equitation choice 2 Side Saddle - Open (SSA)
Class 23 Contemporary Ladies Side Saddle (SSA)
Class 24Best Horse/Pony Side Saddle (SSA)
Class 25 Riding Club Horse/Pony (to include a small jump) (SSA, ESUK, Equifest)
Championship – 1st and 2nd placed competitors from classes 19 to 25 to compete
SOUTH LINCS RIDING CLUB WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR SUPPORT/SPONSORSHIP/DONATIONS/PRIZES:
North Rode Timber G F Autos
Entrance Matting Systems Ltd Mon Ami
Petfood Supplies Tyler Bexon
Cutting Crew Kev’s Kitchen
M & R Machinery Sales Seymour Caravans
Jodie White Ann Hemming
Soulsby Stud Just by Chance
SLRC SHOW RULES
(Run under BRC Guidelines and Qualification rules)
1 LIABILITY - whilst every care will be taken, the organisers are NOT responsible for any accident, injury, damage, illness of horse, or any loss to horses, riders, owners, spectators, or any person’s property or vehicles whatsoever. For your Health and Safety, please take notice of these rules and any signage.
2 Everyone mounted, whether a competitor or not, MUST wear protective headgear, containing a permanently fitted non-detachable retaining harness, secured to the shell at more than two points. Such headgear must be worn with the harness properly fitted and adjusted. Failure to do so will incur elimination. It is recommended that all riders wear BSI Kitemarked or Inspect IC marked headwear, eg PAS 015 2011, VG1 01.040:2014, BS EN 1384 (2023).
3 Excessive use of whips and spurs will not be tolerated, neither will abusive language nor behaviour. Anyone found to be in breach of this rule will be asked to leave the showground and all entries forfeited.
4 Swearing or abuse directed towards a judge, steward or Club representative will not be tolerated – anyone so doing will be banned from the show.
5 It is at the discretion of the organisers to alter/amalgamate/omit any classes, eliminate any entrants flouting the rules and refuse entry. No entry fees will be refunded on the day under any circumstances unless cancelled by the organisers.
6 The judges’ decisions are final. Anyone wishing to lodge a complaint with the Secretary should do so in writing within 15 minutes of the incident, with a £20 deposit (refunded if complaint withheld).
7 The organisers take no responsibility for competitors missing classes for whatever reason. It is the competitor’s responsibility to space class entries accordingly if competing in more than one class and/or more than one mount.
8 All rider/handler ages as at 1st January. Juniors must be 17 years old and under.
9 All stallions must be handled by a person 14 years and over.
10 All ridden horses/ponies must be four years old and over. (the only exception is in hand youngstock classes.)
11 No unauthorized person to enter any ring during classes. No person to enter any ring without a steward present at any other time.
12 No horse/pony to be ridden in a faster gait than walk outside of the rings and warm up arenas.
13 Horses/ponies are not to be left unsupervised when tied to outside of lorries and trailers.
14 Vaccinations of equines are recommended, but not compulsory.
15 Under BRC rules for the welfare of equines, it is suggested entering three classes is the limit.
16 BRC is committed to ensuring inclusivity and celebrates diversity within BRC activities by removing barriers to participation.
17 Conditions of Entry – competitors must read, understand and agree to abide by the SLRC Show Rules, BRC Code of Conduct for the welfare of the horse/pony, and Conduct of BRC members.
PLEASE CLEAN UP AFTER YOURSELF AND YOUR HORSE/PONY/DOG USING BAGS AND BINS PROVIDED, AND LEAVE ALL AREAS AS YOU FOUND THEM. DOGS TO BE KEPT ON A LEAD AT ALL TIMES
Please park considerately in designated areas
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sheepgate Equestrian, Sheepgate, Leverton,Boston, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
