All competitors are advised to read and must observe these rules.

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1. Entries will be taken as acceptance of the rules

2. The decision of the judge is final.

3. Organisers cannot be held responsible for accident, damage or injury to

   any rider, animal, spectator, property or vehicle howsoever caused.

4. Hard hats with safety straps meeting current safety standards MUST be

   worn whilst mounted and by all under 16’s taking part in in-hand classes at

   all times. Body protectors are advised.

5. Objections must be lodged within 15 minutes of the incident concerned,

   With a £20 deposit, returnable if the objection is upheld, or deemed valid

   by the Panel.

6. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or eliminate any animal

   considered to be over height or unsound in any way and cancel, amend or

   amalgamate classes.

7. No horse/pony under 4 years old to compete under saddle and no horse/

   pony shall be ill-treated in any way.

8. NO GALLOPING on the field (except at the request of the judge). All

   exercising to be carried out having regard to the safety of others.

9. No entry fees returned unless the class is cancelled.

10. Whips and spurs are NOT allowed in gymkhana events.

11. Holders of Challenge Cups/Shields are responsible for their safe return by

    the specified date. No Cup/Shield can be won outright.

12. No competitor or person connected to them in any way, shall argue with a steward or judge or give offence or use abusive or threatening language or

    behave with incivility or comtempt.

13. Competitors are expected to dress correctly. Jackets may only be removed

    with the permission of the judge.

14. Any item of saddlery, clothing or equipment (including whips and spurs)

    which, in the opinion of the judge, is thought to be unsafe, inappropriate

    or harsh will not be allowed.

15. ALL DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON LEADS.