CONDITIONS OF ENTRY AND GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Entries close on 8 September 2017 - Please use the official entry form only and these must be sent to the Entries Secretary with the appropriate fee. Withdrawals must be notified to the Secretary to allow those on a waiting list to be fitted into classes.

2. The organisers reserve the right to cancel, amalgamate or alter any class.3. SPURS – any Pony Club member wishing to wear spurs must carry written

consent from their DC. (Unless holding “B” test).4. This competition is run under Pony Club Eventing Rules 2017. The

Organisers reserve the right to eliminate any competitor whose headgear is not adequately secure when mounted. A riding hat to BS kitemark and CE and either EN 1384: 1996 or PAS 015: 1998, 2010, 2010 or 2011 or BS EN 1384: 1997 with, Snell 2001, AS/NZ 3838 1998 or AZ/NS 3838 2003 must be worn in all phases. All competitors MUST wear a skull cap, i.e. a hat with no peak in the cross country phase. An effective body protector must be worn for Cross Country phase. All riders must wear medical armbands

5. Eliminated competitors may, at the Fence Judge’s discretion, continue on the Cross Country phase providing they give way to other riders.

6. Any objections must be lodged with £20 within 15 minutes of the occurrence. This will only be returned if the objection is upheld. The judges’ decision is final.

7. Ages, where applicable, are taken on 1st January 2017.8. No horse or pony should compete more than once. No competitor may ride

more than two horses without the express permission of the Entries Secretary.

Health and Safety: The organisers have taken every responsible precaution to ensure the health and safety of everyone present at this event. For these measures to be effective, members of the public and competitors alike must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must comply with the organisers and all officials and stewards.

Disclaimer of Liability: Save for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of the organisers, or anyone for whom they are in law responsible, neither the organisers of this event, nor any agent, employee or representative of the organisers accepts liability for any accident, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, riders, spectators, or any other person or property whatsoever, whether caused by their negligence, breach of contract or in any other way whatsoever

ATHERSTONE HUNT BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB

MINI HORSE TRIALSincluding Combined Training and

Hunter TrialsNon Pony Club Members are welcome

Prizes for All Classes

Prizes kindly donated by Countrywide

onSaturday 16th September 2017

atAtherstone & District Riding Club Field, Upton CV13 6BN

To commence at 10.00 am

Entries Close Friday 8th September 2017Refreshments available

Hon. OrganiserDiane Mackenzie

07917 410089diane.mackenzie@ntlworld.com

Entries SecretarySamantha Hemus

Wheatcroft Farm, The LongshootNuneaton

Warks CV11 6JH07833 982962

samhemus@btinternet.com

Class 1; 10 years & underCombined TrainingPony Club walk and trot dressage test 2013Fences approximately 1' 6", 0.45mThis class is designed to encourage children who can nearly ‘go it alone’ but would benefit from being assisted when necessary

Class 2; Combined TrainingDressage PC Introductory Dressage Test 2007Fences approximately 0.45m

Class 3; 0.6m, 2’0”Dressage PC Introductory Dressage Test 2007SJ and XC Fences approximately 0.6m

Class 4; 0.7m, 2’3”Dressage PC90 Eventing Test 2013SJ and XC Fences approximately 0.7m

Class 5; 0.75m, 2’6” (Novice Combination not to have won a ODE)Dressage PC90 Eventing Test 2013SJ and XC Fences approximately 0.75m

Class 6; Open Hunter TrialsCross Country fences approximately 2’6”, 0.75m

Entry form and commentators slip is available from Atherstone Hunt Branch of the Pony Club website: http://branches.pcuk.org/atherstone

Entry FeesClasses 1 & 2 £15 (£12 AHBPC members)

Classes 3, 4 & 5 £22 (£20 AHBPC members)

Class 6 £12

For Classes 1 to 5 no entries will be taken on the day.For Class 6 only, if spaces available entries will be taken on the day; please call Secretary beforehand to check availability. Late entries will be an additional £5.

Starting TimesWill be available on Wednesday 13 September after 6.00pm on AHBPC website (http://branches.pcuk.org/atherstone).Please let us know if you wish to withdraw by Friday 8 September as we may have a waiting list. Cheques will be lodged on 8 September; withdrawals on medical/vet grounds only after this date.

RosettesAwarded 1st to 8th place in all classes.The organisers reserve the right to increase/ decrease the number of rosettes awarded in ratio to the entries per section.Rosette for best AHBPC and best dressage in each section (to qualify member must have finished all 3 phases).

Course inspectionThe course will be open for inspection on Friday 15 September from 3.00pm till 6.00 pm.

Number BibsEvery rider will be required to use a BE style number bib. These will be available to hire for a returnable deposit of £10 or purchase for £10. Alternatively if you already own one, then please bring it with you.

Dressage tests may be called for competitors under 10 years of age.

ATHERSTONE HUNT BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUBMini Horse Trials – Saturday 16th September 2016

Entry Fees: Classes 1 & 2 £15 (£12 AHBPC members)Classes 3, 4 & 5 £22 (£20 AHBPC members)Class 6 £12

Entries Close: Friday 8th September 2017

Class Name of RiderRiders Age on 1/1/17

Name of Horse/Pony Fee

Total Cost £

Name of Branch ___________________________________________________

Name of Entrant ___________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

Tel No. ___________________________________________________

Email: ___________________________________________________

I agree to abide by the conditions

Cheque to be made payable to AHBPC. No entry will be accepted without remittance. Entries by:- Friday 8 September 2017. A waiting list will be maintained - early entry urged. Entries to: - Sam Hemus, Wheatcroft Farm, The Longshoot, Nuneaton, Warks, CV11 6JH

Cheques will be lodged on 8th Sept. Withdrawals on medical/vet grounds only after this date It is likely that a professional photographer will be in attendance, some of the photographs may be used in the

media e.g. Website or Newsletter. If you do not wish your child’s photograph to appear please tick here ………

Signed ___________________________________________________(Rider or Parent/ Guardian of any rider under 18 years of age)

* For non Pony Club members: I confirm I have my own insurance; Signed ______________________________

ATHERSTONE HUNT BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUBMini Horse Trials – Saturday 16th September 2017

INFORMATION FOR THE COMMENTATORIt will make the day more interesting if some information about the horse and rider could be passed to the commentator. Please send this with your entry form

Name of Rider Branch

Age of Rider Colours worn

Name/Age/Height/Colour of Horse

How long have combination been together

Any placings?Date/venue Other information

For Official Use Number: DR: SJ:

NumberFor official use only

Class Name of Rider AgeIf PC

Name of Horse Organisation/Membership/PC Branch

Entry Fee