N.B. HORSE BOXES AND TRAILERS ONLY THROUGH EQUESTRIAN GATE. ALL CARS TO PARK ON MAIN CAR PARK. ONLY OFFICIAL CARS WITH PASSES WILL BE PERMITTED THROUGH EQUESTRIAN GATE. 71st ANNUAL

ECCLESHALL SHOW THE PARKS, LOWER SUGNALL, NR. , (Sat. Nav. ST21 6NF) By kind permission of Dr D Jacques

SATURDAY 1st SEPTEMBER 2018

SCHEDULE OF CLASSES FOR EQUESTRIAN SECTION

MIDLAND CHAMPIONSHIP RETRAINING OF RACEHORSES ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ QUALIFIERS FOR NCPA Pony of the Year ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 5 CHAPS QUALIFIERS ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ QUALIFIER FOR TSR REGIONAL FINALS CLASSES 14 RIDDEN AND 7 IN-HAND

The Society wishes to thank all our Sponsors, their contributions are gratefully acknowledged.

Horse Secretary Main Show Sponsors Fiona Fraser ~ Mob: 07784 858916

Main Show Secretary:- Mary Cartmail ~ Tel: 07702 240511 (This number is for EMERGENCY USE ONLY on the day of the show.)

Along with all our named stewards for classes, the Show Society would like to thank all the Societies and individuals for their help with our 71st Annual Show.

* Medals to all first prize winners ~ Sponsored by Factory Discount Footwear, Ladfordfields, * Rosettes to 6th place * Prize money classes 23 & 24 1st ~ £25 2nd ~ £10 3rd ~ £6.50 Prize money sponsored by Sarah Hollinshead Racing * PRE-ENTRY FEES £5.00 £6.00 on the day * PRE-ENTRIES FOR ALL CLASSES CLOSE ON 15th AUGUST 2018 * First Aid contribution £3.00 per exhibitor * Birth date for riders as on the date of show * Entries: Mrs Williams * SUPREME & RESERVE CHAMPION OF SHOW Supreme & Reserve Champions Sashes ~ Sponsored by Mr B Willats, Concept Elevators Supreme & Reserve Champions Rosettes ~ Sponsored by Guild Rosettes Supreme Champion of Show awarded ~ “The Concept Elevators Supreme Annual Trophy” Kindly donated by Mr B Willats Supreme Champion of Show awarded ~ Supreme Show Photography Kindly donated by A Decent Exposure Reserve Supreme Champion of Show awarded ~ “Sweet Meadow Annual Trophy” Kindly donated by Youngs Animal Feeds Ltd * Announcer for all Equestrian Classes ~ Miss M L Lees * Senior Judge ~ Mr F Bullock * Hospitality ~ TBC * Trophies ~ TBC

D I R E C T I O N S TO SITE From the M6 - NORTH BOUND: Leave the motorway at J14. Take the first exit at roundabout towards Eccleshall. (You will go through Great Bridgeford) At Eccleshall T. Junction/mini roundabout turn right. At next mini roundabout (50yds.) turn left into High Street (B5026). Showground is approx. 2 miles on LEFT.

From the M6 - SOUTH BOUND: Leave the motorway at J15. Take 3rd exit towards Eccleshall. (You will go through Hanchurch, Beech, Cotes Heath & Slindon.) At Eccleshall cross roads (mini roundabout) turn right up High Street (B5026). Showground is approx. 2 miles on LEFT. EQUESTRIAN CLASSES

~ RING 1 ~ UNAFFILIATED JUMPING 9.30 am ~ prompt Judges: Claire Williams Course builder: Mr D Sant

Clear Round Jumping ~ From 9.00am to 9.30am. £2 entry fee, payable at ring.

Class 1 Novice Rider Senior 9.30am Riders 16 years and over. Jumps not to exceed 0.46m (1’ 6”). This class is aimed at the genuine novice rider. Sponsored by Perrys of Eccleshall, Master Butchers, Eccleshall

Class 2 Novice Horse. Over 147cm (14.2 hh) Not to have won a total of £15. Jumps not to exceed 0.76m (2’6”) in first round. Sponsored by Moores Metals, Staffordshire

“Walsall Equestrian Shield” To The Winner

Class 3 Intermediate Horse. Over 147cm (14.2 hh) Jumps not to exceed 0.90m (3’) in first round. Sponsored by J & R Catering UK Ltd

Class 4 Open Horse. Over 147cm (14.2 hh) Jumps not to exceed 1.07m (3’6”) in first round Sponsored by The Horse Agent, Lower Hatton Liveries

“The Oscar By Chance” Memorial Trophy

Kindly donated by Mr & Mrs Glendining

Clear Round Jumping ~ £2 entry fee, payable at ring.

Class 5 Novice Rider Junior 147cm (14.2 hh) and under. Rider 16 years and under. Jumps not to exceed 0.46m (1’6”) in first round. This class is aimed at the genuine novice rider. Lead Reins permitted. Sponsored by Hopton Construction, Ellenhall

Class 6 Novice Pony 147cm (14.2 hh) and under. Rider 16 years and under. Not to have won a total of £10. Jumps not to exceed 0.69m (2’3”) in first round. Sponsored by Swinnerton Transport, Doley

Class 7 147cm (14.2 hh) and under Rider 16 years and under. Jumps not to exceed 0.90m (3’) in first round. Sponsored by Shires Veterinary Surgeons, Eccleshall Class 8 Open Pony Jumping. Pony not to exceed 152cm (15.0 hh). Rider 16 years and under. Jumps not to exceed 0.99m (3’3”) in first round. Sponsored by Swallow Gas Services, Croxton

Class 9 Fox and Hounds Relay Open Junior and Senior Relay competition one rider and one runner with a dog on a lead. Jumps not to exceed 0.61m (2’) (this section will be advertised in the dog section). Rules available on day. Sponsored by Courtyard Coffee

“Williams Annual Trophy” Awarded to the Best Ride of the Day. Presented by Mr, Mrs and Miss Williams

Courtyard Coffee

andA wide Toast selection of CoffeeBakery Beans, Leaf Tea, Hot Chocolate, Eating Chocolate and Artisan Breads.

Open: Tuesday to Saturday from 10am - 4pm 14 High Street, Eccleshall ST21 6BZ Tel: 01785 851555 (Through the archway beside The Artisan Coffee Shop)

SWINNERTON TRANSPORT LIMITED Haulage and Storage DOLEY MANOR, , STAFFORD ST20 0RQ

TEL: 01785 280252/280336 FAX: 01785 280531

BUILDING & PLUMBING CONTRACTORS Grayling Barn, Ellenhall, Max Wojtulewicz Eccleshall, Staffs ST21 6JQ Tel: (01785) 851557

FACTORY DISCOUNT FOOTWEAR

Ladies Footwear, Mens Shoes & Boots from £10 Wedding Shoes £16.99

Unit 1 & 2 Ladfordfields, Seighford, Stafford Tel: 01785 282714 Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9am till 5pm Saturday - 10am till 4pm Sunday - 10am till 3pm

NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK TSR Riders & In Hand Regional Finals

“This show is a qualifier for the 2018 and 2019 TSR Regional Finals. Qualify and enter ANY of the Regional Finals Central, East Anglia, North West, North East, South East, 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! TSR Riders Finals - 1st & 2nd riders qualify and will receive a qualification card in the ring. TSR In Hand Finals - 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 TSR website. TSR Medal Awards - TSR members can collect qualification cards & signatures and redeem for a TSR Medal see TSR website for details.” TSR North West Finals - will be held at Aintree on 22nd and 23rd September 2018. Any competitor gaining a qualification card at Eccleshall Show will be able to compete at these championships. Please see TSR website. TSR Website - www.theshowingregister.co.uk

Fiona Fraser

Mobile: 07784 858916

Freestep is pleased to sponsor Eccleshall Show 2018 classes 23, 26 and 37. In addition each winner in-hand and ridden will be awarded a Freestep product. KEITH HILL BOOKMAKERS ECCLESHALL

YOUR BEST BET WE PAY FIRST PAST THE POST YOUR GUARANTEED ODDS IT’S ALWAYS A FAIR BET ~ Irish Lottery ~ Fixed odds football coupons ~ Price on all major sporting events ~ Full tote facilities including Scoop 6 P.O. Box 165, Winton House, Stoke Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 2RW Telephone: 01782 848838 Fax: 01782 744572

01785 850350 E-Mail: [email protected] Your Local Bookmaker for over 40 Years Website: www.howsons.com CHAPS (UK) RULES

“This show is affiliated to The Coloured Horse & Pony Society (UK). Affiliation No.18017. 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 Ridder/Exhibitor need to be a current showing member and present their Qualifier card IN THE RING for signing by the judge. Members to apply in writing to CHAPS (UK) for appropriate qualifier card.

The CHAPS (UK) Championship Show will be held on 29th August - 1st September 2018. Shows held on or after the Postal Entry closing date of Championship Show will count as 2019 qualifiers.

The following classes are CHAPS (UK) Qualifiers 10, 14, 25, 36 and 39. For full rulings and information on competition/qualification, please refer to the CHAPS (UK) Members’ Handbook; or visit www.chapsuk.com for rulings.

All stallions, 4 years old and over entering these classes must be graded with CHAPS (UK). All stations must wear Stallion ID Discs in the ring without exception.”

ALL CHAPS competitors are to ensure they have obtained a 2018 qualification card from CHAPS before the day of the show and have it present in the ring.

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Pharmaceuticals & general health care, perfumes & gifts ~ RING 2 ~ IN-HAND SHOWING CLASSES 9.00am ~ prompt Judge: Mr P Stringer, Staffordshire Steward: Cathy Welsh

Class 10 In-hand Youngstock 1, 2 ,3 years old colt, filly or gelding. Any breed, any height. All colts must be bitted. CHAPS UK Qualifier. Please read CHAPS Rules. Sponsored by Rachel Plant Podiatry

“The Mill at Worston Annual Trophy” To The Winner

Class 11 In-hand Shetland 1 year & over. Stallion, mare or gelding. This class will be split (1, 2 ,3 years old/ 4years old & over) if entries permit. Special rosette to highest youngstock, stallion, mare. Sponsored by Carpet Gallop

Class 12 In-hand Mountain & Moorland - Small breeds (Section A & B, Shetland, Exmoor, Dartmoor) Any age, stallion, mare or gelding. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Mr K Whitehouse-Lowe

Class 13 In-hand Mountain & Moorland - Large breeds (Section C & D, Fell, Highland, Dales, Connemara, New Forest) Any age, stallion, mare or gelding. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by “Get Notted” traditional Japanese bags

Class 14 CHAPS (UK) Open In-Hand Open to Non Members. Any height. Any age. CHAPS (UK) Membership and Qualification Card must be present and signed in the ring. CHAPS UK Qualifier. Please read CHAPS Rules. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Shires Veterinary Surgeons, Eccleshall

Class 15 Retraining of Racehorses To be shown in-hand. Open to any horse registered at Wetherbys in their General Stud Book. All entries MUST have a photocopy of their horses Wetherbys passport when entering, failure to produce this document will result in rejection of entry. Open to thoroughbreds that have or have not raced. Any previous injuries (i.e. splints, tendon) will not be penalised. The horse must be sound. Qualifier for Midland Retraining of Racehorses Class 24. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Keith Hill Bookmakers, Eccleshall

Trophy to the highest placed veteran 13 years and over Kindly donated by Mrs K MacDonald

“Herbal Healer Trophy” Awarded to the winner Kindly donated by Miss F J Fraser Class 16 In-Hand Veteran Open mixed age 14 years and over. Special Rosette to highest over 18 years. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Howsons Chartered Accountants

Class 17 Sports Horse Open to 152cm (15hh) & over. Stallions, mare or gelding. Sponsored by Carpet Gallop

Class 18 In-hand Coloured, Spotted, Palomino, Dun 4 years and over, stallion, mare or gelding. Any height. Rosette to highest placed dun, palomino, spotted and coloured. Sponsored by Howsons Chartered Accountants

“Annual Trophy for the highest placed Dun”

Kindly donated by Mrs S Bufton

“Annual Award for the highest placed Palomino” Kindly donated by Mrs J Fraser

Class 19 In-hand Riding Horse/Hunter 4years and over, stallion, mare or gelding. Any breed, any height, but suitable to make a riding horse or hunter. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Embla Stud,

“Embla Stud Trophy”

Donated by Mr & Mrs McMasters To The Winner

Class 20 In-hand Pony 152cm (15hh) and Under 4 years and over, stallion, mare or gelding. Sponsored by Carpet Gallop

******* IN-HAND CHAMPIONSHIP ******* 1st and 2nd Prize winners from classes 10-20 to compete Champion and Reserve Championship Sash and Rosette Sponsored by Shires Veterinary Surgeons, Eccleshall Championship Judges: Mr P Stringer and Mr Bullock TO FOLLOW CHAMPIONSHIP Judge: Mr P Stringer, Staffordshire Steward: Mrs J Myatt

Class 21 Best Junior Handler Handlers 16 years and under. All handlers to wear approved riding hats. To be judged on the persons ability to handle and show animal. Open to any breed. Height of animal to be suitable for the handler. NO COLTS OR STALLIONS Sponsored by Carpet Gallop

SHORT BREAK Judges: Cllr Jeremy Pert and Miss Beth McWhirter Steward: Mrs J Myatt Class 22 Fancy Dress Rider 16 years and under. All riders in Fancy Dress to wear approved riding hats. Handlers and additional people any age. Rosettes and prizes to all entrants. Sponsored by Eccleshall Pharmacy

“Lisa & Peter Forrester Memorial Trophy” To The Winner, Kindly donated by Fiona Fraser

Guild Rosettes wish Eccleshall Show the best for their 2018 show. Proud sponsors of the Supreme and Reserve Championship Rosettes ~ RING 2 - TO FOLLOW CLASS 22 ~ MIDLAND REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RETRAINING OF RACEHORSES Judge: Mrs S Brisbourne, Shropshire Steward: Miss R Brisbourne and Cathy Welsh Class 23 Ridden 3yrs & over any height. Stallion, mare or gelding, to be shown under saddle. Snaffle or double bridles. Martingales, drop, flash, grackle nose bands accepted. All horses MUST be registered at Wetherbys in the General Stud book. Copy of the horses passport will be required. All horses must be sound but any previous blemishes or injuries will not be penalised. HORSES MUST HAVE QUALIFIED (see qualifying shows below) 2017. ENTRY & QUALIFICATION CARD MUST BE RETURNED BEFORE 15th AUGUST 2018. Sponsored by Freestep

“The Price Trophy”

to the highest placed horse that has raced under National Hunt rules

Class 24 In-Hand Any age, height. Stallion, mare or gelding. Must be registered at Wetherby in the General Stud book. Copy of the horses Wetherby passport will be required. All colts/stallions must be bitted. All horses must be sound but any previous blemishes or injuries will not be penalised. HORSES MUST HAVE QUALIFIED (see qualifying shows below) 2018. ENTRY & QUALIFICATION CARD MUST BE RETURNED BEFORE th 15 AUGUST 2018. Qualifiers sponsored by Herbal Healers

******* CHAMPIONSHIP ******* 1st and 2nd Prize winners from classes 23 & 24 to compete HOLLINSHEAD ANNUAL TROPHY to winner Donated by Hollinshead Family Champion and Reserve Championship Sash and Rosette Sponsored by Carpet Gallop

Qualifying Shows: Pump House Riding Club Tel: 07957 831356 Bridgewater Riding Club Tel: 07902 290509 Caverswall Riding Club Tel: 01782 313904 Leek & District Show Tel: 01782 503526 Newport Agricultural Show Tel: 01952 810814 Oswestry Show Tel: 01691 654875 Scholar Green Show Tel: 07957 831356 Lodge Farm Shows Tel: 07989 642204 Chance Hall Charity Show Tel: 07957 831356 Penkridge Riding Club Tel: 07490 158319 Kings Heath Annual Show Tel: 0121 603 7592 Eccleshall Show 2018 - Classes 15 & 32 ~ RING 3 ~ RIDDEN SHOWING CLASSES 8.30am ~ prompt Judge: Mrs M Crook, Staffordshire Steward: Mr Crook Class 25 Lead Rein Rider 8 years and under. 127cm (12.2hh) and under. Rosette to the Best Turned Out Lead Rein. L/R Qualifier for CHAPS UK Championship Show. Please read CHAPS Rules. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Shires Veterinary Surgeons, Eccleshall

“The Rhodes Trophy” To The Winner

Class 26 Open Show Hunter Pony Mare or Gelding 122cms (12.0hh) - 142cms (14.0hh). Rider s to height of pony, under 17 years. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Youngs Animal Feeds Ltd, Standon

Class 27 Ridden Sports Horse Rider 4 years and over, 152cm (15hh) and over. Mare, gelding. Sponsored by Freestep

Class 28 Best Turned Out Junior & Senior Rider Class will be split if sufficient entries. Horse/Pony any height. Sponsored by Horsley Removals Stafford

Class 29 Novice Junior Rider For the genuine novice rider only (new to riding ) 16 years and under. Any type or breed of pony 152cm (15hh) and under. Class will only walk and trot, but an individual show of walk, trot, canter may be expected. Riders entered in classes 25, 26, 27 and 31 CANNOT enter this class. Sponsored by Mrs D Okell “Alan Okell Trophy”, Kindly Donated by Mrs D Okell

Class 30 Novice Senior Rider For the genuine novice rider (new to riding) 16 years and over Any type or breed of horse. Class will only walk and trot, but an individual show of walk, trot, canter may be expected. Riders entered in class 27 & 32 CANNOT enter this class. Sponsored by Mr & Mrs I Fraser

Class 31 Ridden Pony Ponies up to 147cm (14.2hh), 4 years & over. Rider 16 years and under. SUGNALL TROPHY awarded by Mr & Mrs Poole to the highest placed pony & rider who reside within 6km of Eccleshall Post Office. RED armband to be worn. Sponsored by Odd Jobs Fixed Class 32 Retraining of Racehorses - OPEN CLASS To be shown ridden. Open to any horse registered at Wetherbys in General Stud Book. All entries MUST have a photocopy of their Wetherbys passport when entering, failure to produce this document will result in rejection of entry. Open to thoroughbreds that have or have not raced. Any previous injuries (i.e. splints, tendon) will not be penalised. The horse must be sound. Snaffle or double bridles. The judge may ride exhibits. Qualifier for Midland Retraining of Racehorses (Class 23), highest placed not qualified in first four. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Eccleshall Animal Health

“Eccleshall Animal Health Bronze Trophy” to the winner kindly donated by Eccleshall Animal Health

******* CHAMPIONSHIP ******* 1st and 2nd Prize winners from classes 25-32 to compete Champion and Reserve Championship Sash and Rosette Sponsored by Spencer the Jeweller, Eccleshall Championship Judges: Mrs M Crook and Mr Bullock

NO BREAK, TO FOLLOW CHAMPIONSHIP, RING 3 RIDDEN CLASSES Judge: Mr R Evans, Cheshire Stewards: TBC Class 33 Ridden Hunter Horse 4 years and over, 152cm (15hh) and over of hunter type. Rider 16 years and over. HORSE CANNOT ENTER CLASS 34 and 35 Rosette to the highest placed Retraining Racehorse - Red Armband TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Shires Veterinary Surgeons, Eccleshall

“W M Perry Ltd Annual” Trophy To The Winner

Class 34 Ridden Hack/Riding Horse Horse 4 years and over, 147cm (14.2hh) and over. Rider over 16 years. HORSE CANNOT ENTER CLASS 33 and 35 Rosette to the highest placed Retraining Racehorse - Red Armband TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Stan Robinson Transport Class 35 Ridden Cob Horse 4 years and over. Shown hogged or full mane. TSR Qualifier.

Class 36 The Coloured Horse & Pony Society (UK) Open Ridden. 4 years and over. Any height. CHAPS UK Qualifier. Please read CHAPS Rules. Open to non-members. Lead rein exhibits are not eligible for this class. TSR Qualifier. “Twinkle’s Trophy” To The Highest Placed Non Native

“T.C. Fencing Annual Trophy” - To The Highest Placed Traditional

Class 37 Ridden Mountain and Moorland - Small Breeds Open to all mountain and moorland small breeds (Section A & B, Shetland, Exmoor, Dartmoor) Pony 4 years and over. Rider any age. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by Freestep

Class 38 Ridden Mountain and Moorland - Large Breeds Open to all mountain and moorland large breeds (Section C & D, Fell, Highland, Dales, Connemara & New Forest). Pony 4 years and over. Rider any age. TSR Qualifier. “Lees Trophy” To The Winner Kindy Donated by Miss M L Lees

Class 39 Ridden Veteran Open mixed age 14 years and over. Special Rosette highest over 18 years. CHAPS UK Qualifier. Please read CHAPS Rules. TSR Qualifier. Sponsored by EFC Fencing www.efcfencing.com

Best Shod Veteran - Judge: Mr H Tracey, Staffordshire To be judged in conjunction with Class 39. “Tracey Annual Trophy” Awarded To The Winner Kindy Donated by Mr H Tracey

N.B. HORSE BOXES AND TRAILERS ONLY THROUGH EQUESTRIAN GATE. ALL CARS TO PARK ON MAIN CAR PARK. ONLY OFFICIAL CARS WITH PASSES WILL BE PERMITTED THROUGH EQUESTRIAN GATE. ******* CHAMPIONSHIP ******* 1st and 2nd Prize winners from classes 33-39 to compete Champion and Reserve Championship Sash and Rosette Sponsored by Lower Hatton Liveries www.thehorseagent.co.uk Championship Judges: Mr R Evans and Mr F Bullock

***** SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP ***** Champion and Reserve Champions From Classes 10-20, 23-24, 25-32, 33-39 To compete for the Supreme and Reserve Supreme of the Show “The Concept Elevators Supreme Annual Trophy” Kindly donated by Mr Brett Willats Supreme Champion Awarded Supreme Show Photograph Kindly donated by A Decent Exposure Reserve Supreme - “Sweet Meadow Annual Trophy” Kindly donated by Youngs Animal Feeds Ltd

Sashes kindly sponsored by Mr Brett Willats Rosettes kindly sponsored by Guild Rosettes

Judged by all Section Judges and Senior Judge ~ Mr F Bullock

“Get Knotted” Traditional Japanese Tied Bag Demonstration

at the show. PRE-ENTRY FORM FOR EQUESTRIAN CLASSES

Name of rider…………………………………… Age of rider (if under 16)…………… Address………………………………..…………… Telephone No………………………. …………………..…………………….…………….

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Class Horse Height of Horse Entry Fee

WETHERBYS STUD BOOK NUMBER IF APPLICABLE AMBULANCE CONTRIBUTION £3.00 TOTAL

Entries To:- Miss F J Fraser “Clovelly”, Watling Street, Gailey, Staffordshire ST19 5PR Cheques payable to Eccleshall Show Society

PRE-ENTRIES FOR ALL CLASSES CLOSE ON 15th AUGUST 2018

GDPR Data Protection PLEASE TICK TO ACKNOWLEDGE - When joining or entering Eccleshall Show Society, we will only share your data with the relevant bodies, e.g. breed societies, if needed. We promise never to sell your data or pass it on to any other third parties.

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Monday - Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm Saturday 9.30am to 4.00pm www.spencerthejeweller.com

4a High Street, Eccleshall, Staffs

Tel: 01785 851760 Reserve Supreme Champion of the Day Sponsored by Youngs Animal Feeds Ltd Rules 1. The Society accept no responsibility whatsoever for any death, damage, injury or loss to any person, horses or their property whilst on the showground, car parks or approaches. All enter the showground at their own risk. 2. The judges decision is final. Any objection must be made in writing with a deposit of £20.00 in cash. (To be forfeited if the objection is over ruled) within 30 minutes of the class taking part. 3. British Standard Skull/hats must be worn at all times whilst mounted. 4. The Society reserve the right to expel from the ring, any horse which is not under sufficient control of the handler/rider. 5. No galloping ion the showground allowed. 6. Dogs must be kept on a lead and under control at all times whilst on the showground. 7. All Colts and Stallions must be bitted and handled by a responsible adult. 8. The Society reserve the right to cancel, amalgamate classes and alter/ amend the running order of the classes. 9. Anyone found to be abusing or ill treating a horse will be subject to an immediate ban from the showground at the discretion of two committee members. 10. No horse can be left tied outside a lorry or trailer and left unattended. 11. Any horse or rider falling in the ring must leave the class. 12. The Society reserve the right to refuse an entry.

All classes will be run consecutively with NO breaks unless stated. It is the competitors responsibility to arrive for their class on time. Announcements will be continually made for each class, plus a board in the entries marque will indicate classes in progress.

All persons entering Eccleshall Show must be fully aware of their legal obligation (from 28th February 2005) to be in possession of a passport for each horse at our show. An inspector from Staffordshire County Council may ask for passports to be produced.

NCPA Qualifiers All in-hand and ridden classes 1st and 2nd place are qualifiers for NCPA Championships on 9th September 2018 at Warren Farm Equestrian Centre, Forby, L37 0AN or will qualify for 2019 Championships see website for details www.the ncpa.co.uk Affiliation No. 263/18 EQUESTRIAN SECTION 2018 The Society wishes to thank all our sponsors for the equestrian classes at our 71st Annual Show. Special thanks for all our sponsors this year:

 A Decent Exposure ~ Tel: 07446 140448 ~ www.adecentexposure.co.uk  Carpet Gallop ~ www.carpetgallop.co.uk  J & R Catering Ltd  Concept Elevators Midlands Ltd ~ Tel: 01543 462255 ~ All types of elevator work undertaken  Courtyard Coffee, Eccleshall  Eccleshall Pharmacy ~ Tel: 01785 850057  Eccleshall Animal Health ~ Tel: 01785 850631  EFC Fencing ~ www.efcfencing.com  Embla Stud, Gnosall ~ Tel: 01785 822221  Freestep Products ~ www.freestepsuperfix.co.uk  Factory Discount Footwear, Seighford ~ Tel: 01785 282714  Mr & Mrs I Fraser  Guild Rosettes ~ Tel: 01785 851575  Mrs J Hampton  Herbal Healers, Equine Homoeopathic Consultant ~ Tel: 07784 858916  Get Knotted Japanese Knotted Bags  Horsley Removals, Stafford ~ Tel: 01785 252121  Hopton Construction ~ Tel: 01785 851557  Howsons Chartered Accountants ~ Tel: 01782 848838  Keith Hill Bookmakers, Eccleshall ~ Tel: 01785 850350  Lower Hatton Liveries ~ www.thehorseagent.co.uk  Moores Metals  NFU Mutual Stone ~ Tel: 01785 817470  Odd Jobs Fixed ~ Tel: 07779 746049  Mrs D Okell  Perrys of Eccleshall, Master Butchers, Eccleshall ~ Tel:01785 850288  Rachel Plant Podiatry ~ Tel: 01785 859070  Shires Veterinary Practice, Eccleshall ~ Tel: 01785 850218  Spencer the Jeweller, Eccleshall ~ Tel: 01785 851760  Stan Robinson Stafford Ltd ~ Tel: 01785 282501  Swallow Gas Services, Croxton ~ Tel: 01630 620384  Swinnerton Transport Doley ~ Tel: 01785 280252  Mr K Whitehouse-Lowe  Youngs Animal Feeds Ltd, Standon ~ Tel: 01782 791209

Other attractions include:- Children’s Sports Horticultural Show Licensed Bar Dog Agility Races Craft Show Punch and Judy Bouncy Castle Companion Dog Show Florence Brass Band Trade Stands W.I. Afternoon Teas Children’s Fun Fair Classic Vehicles Tug A War ECCLESHALL SADDLERY Everything for the Horse and Rider

Full range of riding wear and outdoor country clothing.

Comprehensive range of tack, rugs etc. Stable Equipment including matting.

Visit our feed warehouse inc. smallholders feed and pet food.

Clipper servicing and repair, blade sharpening. Bit Hire.

Full range of wormers, shavings and other bedding.

Rug Cleaning / Re-proofing and Repair. Tack Repairs.

Visit our Large Second-Hand Department for Tack and Clothing.

Now stocking DIY Plumbing goods / Calor gas stockist.

Grass Seed / Fertilizer Hay / Straw. Electric Fencing Equipment

DELIVERY AVAILABLE Monday -Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm ~ Saturday 9.00am - 4.30pm Eccleshall Animal Health and Food Centre Ltd. The Mill, Stone Road, Eccleshall, ST21 6DJ Tel.01785 850631 [email protected] www.eccleshallsaddlery.co.uk Eccleshall Show Society is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered in England and Wales No: 6489928. Charity No: 1136342