Est 1947

To be held at Riddings Park by kind permission of Amber Valley Borough Council.

Access from Park Side, Somercotes. DE55 4LA.

Supreme Champion
200
Reserve Supreme Champion
100
Reserve Reserve Supreme Champion
30
Leading Horse Showjumper
50
Leading Pony Showjumper
50
Members Supreme Champion*
50
Members Reserve Champion*
30
Members Reserve Reserve Champion*
15
RIPLEY RIDERS CLUB MEMBERS MUST WEAR A WHITE ARMBAND IN RIDDEN SHOWING, IN-HAND AND
WORKING HUNTER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR MEMBERS CHAMPIONSHIP
*Eligible to all members of RRC that joined the Club prior to 19th July 2015 and who have attended at least one show as a member prior to the Open Show

ALL PRIZE MONEY TO BE COLLECTED ON THE DAY. NO EXCEPTIONS.

This show is a qualifier for Equifest taking place at the East of England Showground on the
12th- 16th August 2015. The two highest placed exhibits not already qualified in each affiliated class
will qualify. Qualifying classes marked (E). Equifest qualification also qualifies the combination for the
equivalent championship class at Ponies (UK) Supreme Championships on 24th to 26th July at
Bury Farm It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to obtain a qualification card before entering the show
and getting this signed by either the Judge, Steward or Show Secretary at the time of qualification.
Qualification cards can be obtained free of charge from Equifest.

This show is a qualifier for the 2015 TSR Riders/In Hand Championships. Riders/Handlers can choose
which Regional final they go to Central, East Anglia, North West, North East, South East,
Wales & South West or Scottish.
TSR Riders Champs 1st & 2nd placed riders qualify and will receive a qualification card in the ring.
TSR In Hand Champs 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.
Cards are available from the TSR website. Full details at www.theshowingregister.co.uk
Qualifying Classes marked (TSR)

INTERNATIONAL SHOWING SOCIETY

This show is affiliated to the International Showing Society and is a qualifier for the
Royal London Show 2015.
1st, 2nd and 3rd placed horses/ponies not already qualified in eligible classes will qualify for the
Champion of Britain Title classes to be held at the Royal London Show in 2015.
Each qualified horse/pony will receive a qualification card in the ring which will enable the owner
to enter the Royal London Show, provided the owner and rider/handler are, or become registered
with the International Showing Society within 28 days of the qualifying show.
No horse registration is required. For up to date information telephone the I.S.S. secretary
on (01425) 471680 / (07971) 931971 or see www.royallondonshow.co.uk. Qualifying classes marked (RL)

This show is a qualifier for The Cricklands Showjumping Championship of Great Britain 2015
Qualifying classes marked (C)

ENTRY FEES
(all classes unless otherwise stated)

9.00 entry per class (RRC members 7.00)

2 First Aid levy per competitor (any number of classes)

Payment is by CASH ONLY on Show Day

CLASS PRIZE MONEY - unless indicated otherwise in Schedule
1st - 12, 2nd - 8, 3rd - 5
Rosettes awarded to 6th place, Sashes to Section Champions and Supremes
Where there are 4 or more competitors in a class then prize money will be awarded to 3rd place.
If there are less than 4 competitors in a class then prize money will be awarded to 1 st place only.

For Further Information Please Contact

Sally Pikett Show Secretary 07769 646406
or contact Ripley Riders Club by email on ripleyriderssecretary@outlook.com
Facebook:
Ripley Riders Club
Twitter:
@ripleyriders

NOTES ON RRC OPEN SHOW

All competitors must have third party liability insurance.

Competitors and spectators under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.
All ages as at 1st January 2015.
Spurs are only allowed in classes identified. However, competitors under the age of 16 years are not
allowed to wear spurs in any class.
Whips: Maximum length of 75cm (30) in all SJ and WH classes.
SJ and WH heights are at Judges discretion and subject to ground conditions.
Competitors must have attained their third birthday.
Whilst mounted, competitors must wear a British Standard approved hard hat.
Lead rein ponies to be shown in snaffle bridle.
Lead rein competitors to be 9 years and under.
First Ridden competitors to be 12 years and under.
All ages specified at 1st January of current year.
Stallions will be permitted but must be kept under control and bitted at all times.
Riders/ Handlers of stallion small breeds must have attained their 14th birthday (1st Jan) and for large
breeds their 16th birthday.
All earrings and body studs to be removed before entering any ring as a competitor.
Novice competitors may only retain novice status for one season except showjumping and working
hunter.
Parking is available on the showground at your own risk. The Committee accept no responsibility for
damage to vehicles. Parking is to be confined to designated areas other than Judges and Officials.
The Committee reserve the right to amalgamate or split classes if necessary.
All competitors compete at their own risk.
A two minute call will be issued for any competitor not present when required. Notify the caravan if
you are engaged in another class or you may be scratched from the class. We will always try to
accommodate competitors whose classes clash. However, on occasions, this is just not possible.
All earrings and body studs to be removed before entering any ring.
Classes for Small Breeds mean Shetland, Welsh A, Welsh B, Dartmoor and Exmoor.
Classes for Large Breeds mean Welsh C, Welsh D, Connemara, Highland, Fell, Dales and New Forest.
Classes may be split or amalgamated if entries denote.
The judges decision is final.

SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

n/e denotes classes not eligible for the Supreme Championship.

Champion and Reserve Champion and Mini Champion and Reserve Mini Champion from the Ridden
Showing Championships will go forward to the Supreme Championship.
Champion and Reserve Champion from the In Hand Championship will go forward to the Supreme
Championship.
Champion and Reserve Champion and Mini Champion and Reserve Mini Champion from the Working
Hunter Championships will go forward to the Supreme Championship.

MEMBERS CHAMPIONSHIP

n/e denotes classes not eligible for the Members Championship.

To be eligible for the RRC Members Championship competitors MUST have attended at least one show
as a member of RRC prior to the Open Show on 19th July 2015.
All RRC Members should wear a white armband to identify them for the purpose of being awarded a
members rosette if placed in the top 6 of any qualifying class.
The highest placed member in the top 6 of each class goes forward to the Members Championship
which will be held immediately before the Supreme Championship.

LUNCH BREAK

A 30 minute break will be taken at approximately 1pm when all rings will stand down.

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RIPLEY RIDERS CLUB

Est 1947

REMAINING SHOW DATES

rd

12th April MINI OPEN

3 May

points for members/quals

TSR/Equestrian Life

th

7 June
nd

2 August

st

21 June
SSAD/TOYS
th

6 September

th

17 May
th

19 July
SUPREME OPEN SHOW
th

27 September
Double points for members

On behalf of Ripley Riders Club sincere

thanks to all our sponsors who have kindly
supported this show.

RIDDEN SHOWING - 9.00am

Classes 1, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12 open to Lead Rein competitors 9 years and under and pony
n/exc 12.2hh. All lead reins to be attached to the noseband.

Class 1 -

(RL/TSR/E) Novice Showing Canter in Individual Show Only (canter not compulsory)
-

Sponsored by Gem Equine

Class 2 -

(RL/TSR/E) Not Exceeding 14.2hh - Sponsored by Arthur Edwards 1st Aid 999

Class 3 -

(RL/TSR/E) Exceeding 14.2hh - Sponsored by Safeway Electrical

Class 4 -

(RL/TSR/E) Hunter or Show Hunter horse/pony - Sponsored by Golden Valley Equestrian

Class 5 -

(RL/TSR/E) Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds to be shown in natural state

-

Class 6 -

Sponsored by Craig Rogers Farrier

(RL/TSR/E) Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds - to be shown in natural state

-

Sponsored by Greenhill Hair Company

Class 7 -

(RL/TSR/E) Open Coloured horse/pony - Sponsored by Optimal Equine

Class 8 -

(RL/TSR/E) Veteran Horse/pony (exc 15 years)

-

Sponsored by Meadowview Equine Products @ Tibshelf

Class 9 -

(RL/TSR/E) Open Cob (hogged or traditional) - Sponsored by A R Recycling

Class 10 -

(RL/TSR/E) Riding Horse - Sponsored by Bonkers Furniture

Class 11 -

(RL/TSR/E) Thoroughbred Type - Sponsored by Tasty Treats

Class 12 -

(RL/TSR/E) Lead Rein (not exc 12.2hh, rider 9 years and under)
-

Class 13 -

Sponsored by Hair of the Dog Spa

(RL/TSR/E) First Ridden (not exceeding 12.2hh, rider 12 years and under)
-

Sponsored by I D Wain Plumbing and Heating

* Spurs allowed in classes 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10 and 11 competitors under the age of 16 are not eligible
to wear spurs

MINI RIDDEN CHAMPIONSHIP - Sponsored by Showstoppers

(1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 2, 5, 12 and 13 eligible)

RIDDEN CHAMPIONSHIP - Sponsored by Showstoppers

(1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 eligible)

IN HAND - 10.30am
Class 14 -

(RL/TSR/E) Child Handler 12 years and under (n/e) - Sponsored by Godkin Holdings

Class 15 -

Best Groomed horse/pony (n/e) - Sponsored by Kniftons Mobile Toilets

Class 16 -

(RL/TSR/E) Open Cob - Sponsored by CRISPCUT

Class 17 -

(RL/TSR/E) Veteran Horse/Pony (exc 15 years) - Sponsored In Honour of Hamilton McTavish

Class 18 -

(RL/TSR/E) Youngstock - Sponsored by Alfreton Park Vets

Class 19 -

(RL/TSR/E) Coloured Horse/Pony - Sponsored by Optimal Equine

Class 20 -

(RL/TSR/E) Hunter or Show Hunter horse/pony - Sponsored by Owen Taylor & Sons Ltd

Class 21 -

(RL/TSR/E) Mountain & Moorland Small Breeds to be shown in natural state

- Sponsored by Chapman & Marriott Tree Services

Class 22 -

(RL/TSR/E) Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds to be shown in natural state

- Sponsored by Chapman & Marriott Tree Services

Class 23 -

(RL/TSR/E) Thoroughbred Type - Sponsored by Tasty Treats

Class 24 -

(RL/TSR/E) Open - Sponsored by Meadowbank Veterinary Surgery

IN HAND CHAMPIONSHIP - Sponsored by Whizz Equestrian

(1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 16 to 24 eligible)

SHOWJUMPING - 10.00am in the BLANTS BAYLAGE RING

Kindly sponsored by Blants Baylage.
This will be a two phase competition after first rounds have been completed competitors
will be called back as required to complete a timed jump off with some raised fences and
additional fillers. Knockdown = 4 faults. Refusal = 4 faults. 2nd Refusal = Elimination.
Fall or Dismount = Elimination and competitor must leave the ring on foot.
Class 25 -

Lead Rein (rider 9 years and under) 45cm to be held over a shortened course over
2 rounds. LR to be attached to the noseband (n/e)

Competitors entered in classes 26, 28 and 30 for pony and 27, 29 and 31 for horse are eligible
for the leading pony or leading horse rider championship. Same combination of pony and
rider and horse and rider to jump up to three relevant classes and their placings will be
combined to give an overall score. The highest score for rider and pony and the highest score
for rider and horse will win the Leading Pony Rider and Leading Horse Rider Competition with
a prize of 50 for pony and awarded The Chairmans Cup (perpetual trophy) and 50 for horse
and awarded The Presidents Cup (perpetual trophy). In the event of a tie a timed jump off
will be required.
Class 26 -

(C) N/Exc 14.2hh (55cm) inc LR competitors off the lead rein (n/e)

Class 27 -

(C) Exc 14.2hh (60cm) (n/e)

Class 28 -

(C) N/Exc 14.2hh (70cm) (n/e)

Class 29 -

(C) Exc 14.2 hh (75cm) (n/e)

Class 30 -

(C) N/Exc 14.2 hh (90cm) (n/e)

Class 31 -

(C) Exc 14.2hh (95cm) (n/e)

Class 32 -

JOKER ACCUMULATOR Open to horses and ponies (n/e)

(class may be split if sufficient entries)
Prize Money 25
Fences to be jumped over a 60 second timed course. Fence 1 MUST be the first fence
jumped in order to commence the clock. Following that all fences can be jumped in any
order and multiple times but cannot be re-jumped if refusal or knocked down. At 60 seconds
the bell will ring and the competitors jump score will be calculated. Fence 10 is the Joker
Jump and can only be jumped once. 25 points will be awarded for jumping the Joker.
However, if the Joker is knocked down or refused then 25 points will be deducted from your
jump score. Rider or horse fall will result in elimination.

Fence 1 to 3 = 5 points
Fence 4 to 7 = 8 points
Fence 8 and 9 = 10 points
Fence 10 - JOKER = 25 points
Class 33 -

PUISSANCE Open to horses and ponies (class may be split if sufficient entries) (n/e)
Prize Money 25 plus 50% of puissance class entry fees to the class winner

WORKING HUNTER 9.30am

Horses/ponies only to compete once in any WH class. All horses/ponies in WH classes must
be plaited or hogged with the exception of pure bred Mountain and Moorland.
Class 34 -

(RL/E) Lead Rein, rider 9 years and under (40cm). LR to be attached to the noseband.
- Sponsored by The Ranch Store

Class 35 -

(RL/TSR/E) Cradle stakes N/Exc 12hh. Rider 10 years and under.

Open to LR competitors off the LR (55cm) - Sponsored by The Ranch Store

Class 36 -

(RL/TSR/E) Nursery Stakes N/Exc 13hh. Rider 13 years and under (60cm).
Not open to riders who have entered Class 34 - Sponsored by The Ranch Store

MINI WHP CHAMPIONSHIP - Sponsored by The Ranch Store

(1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 34 to 36 eligible)

Class 37 -

(RL/TSR/E) Beginners N/Exc 14hh (55cm) - Sponsored by Shady Park Liveries

Class 38 -

(RL/TSR/E) Beginners Exc 14hh (60cm) - Sponsored by Gem Equine

Classes 37 and 38 only open to horse/rider combination who have won no more than 3 red
rosettes in any WH class at Beginners or higher level at any RRC or other show in previous
seasons.
Class 39 -

(RL/TSR/E) Novice N/Exc 14hh (65cm) - Sponsored by Daniel Millar - BHS Qualified and UKCC L2

Class 40 -

(RL/TSR/E) Novice Exc 14hh (70cm) - Sponsored by Daniel Millar - BHS Qualified and UKCC L2

Class 41 -

(RL/TSR/E) M&M Small Breeds max jump height 55cm {spurs allowed}
- Sponsored by Archway Interiors

Class 42 -

(RL/TSR/E) M&M Large Breeds max jump height 70cm {spurs allowed}
- Sponsored by The Carrington Family Broadhanger Rhapsody Memorial

Class 43 -

(RL/TSR/E) Open Pony max jump height 80cm {spurs allowed}

- Sponsored by Kirk Godber

Class 44 -

(RL/TSR/E) Open Horse max jump height 90cm {spurs allowed}

- Sponsored by Will Wilkinson Farrier

WHP CHAMPIONSHIP - Sponsored by Daniel Millar BHS Qualified and UKCC L2

(1st and 2nd prize winners from classes 37 to 44 eligible)

HANDY PONY 11.00am 2.00pm

Trophies awarded to 3rd place in classes 45 to 47
Class 45 -

Lead Rein (rider 9 years and under) (n/e) - Sponsored by Tasty Treats

Class 46 -

12 years and under (n/e) - Sponsored by Arthur Edwards 1st Aid 999

Class 47 -

13 years and over (n/e) - Sponsored by Kniftons Mobile Toilets

FANCY DRESS
Class 48 -

To be held at approximately 1.30pm in the Showjumping Ring. 5 Entry Fee.

Trophy to Winner. Rosettes to 6th (n/e) - Sponsored by Seals Fodder Room

LEADING RIDER
Competitors entered in classes 26, 28 and 30 for pony and 27, 29 and 31 for horse are eligible for the
leading showjumping pony or leading showjumping horse rider championship. Same combination of
pony and rider and horse and rider to jump up to three relevant classes and their placings will be
combined to give an overall score. The highest score for rider and pony and the highest score for rider
and horse will win the Leading Showjumping Pony and Leading Showjumping Horse Competition.

PRIZE MONEY
50 LEADING SHOWJUMPING PONY CHAMPION
Kindly sponsored by CRISPCUT

50 LEADING SHOWJUMPING HORSE CHAMPION

Kindly sponsored by CRISPCUT

MEMBERS CHAMPIONSHIP
The highest placed Ripley Riders Club Member placed 1st to 6th in any relevant class is eligible.

PRIZE MONEY
50 MEMBERS CHAMPION
Kindly sponsored by QualitySolicitors Chapman and Chubb

30 RESERVE MEMBERS CHAMPION

Kindly sponsored by QualitySolicitors Chapman and Chubb

15 RESERVE RESERVE MEMBERS CHAMPION

Kindly sponsored by QualitySolicitors Chapman and Chubb

SUPREME CHAMPION
Section Champions and Reserves
(including Mini Champions and Reserves) eligible.

PRIZE MONEY
200 SUPREME CHAMPION
Kindly Sponsored by Ben Armstrong Farrier

100 RESERVE SUPREME CHAMPION

Kindly Sponsored by QualitySolicitors Chapman and Chubb

30 RESERVE RESERVE SUPREME CHAMPION

Kindly Sponsored by Gem Equine