THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
9th 10th & 11th MAY 2008

At 
The Dorset Showground
Church Farm, West Stour
(5 miles west of Shaftesbury adjoining the A30)

SCHEDULE OF AFFILIATED (PROGRESSIVE, ADVANCED) & UNAFFILIATED
SHOWJUMPING ON THREE DAYS

ENTRIES SECRETARY: Mrs Shirley Trim
The Dorset Showground, Church Farm
West Stour
DORSET
SP8 5RL
Tel: 01747 838 888
Fax: 01747 838 588
E-mail: shirley@dorsetshowground.co.uk

Enquiries on show days: 01747 838 882

A PERMANENT IRRIGATION SYSTEM IS IN OPERATION

STABLING AVAILABLE ON THE SHOWGROUND


VETS ON CALL: Kingston Vets, Sherborne: 01935 813288

CONDITIONS OF SHOW

1. Subject to 6 below, entries for all classes will be accepted on the day of the show, but entries received later than Wednesday 7th May will be charged at £2 extra per class. Transfers between classes on the day of the class will be charged at £2 per class unless the horse has upgraded.

2. Organisers reserve the right to refuse admission to the showground.

3. The organisers accept no responsibility for accidents, theft of loss whatsoever arising out of the show.

4. No entry will be accepted without the correct entry fee.

5. Refund of entry fee.
Cancellation must be made in accordance with BSJA Rule 79.4

6. The organisers reserve the right to restrict the number of entries to 50 in each class.

7. In unsponsored classes, in the event of under 21 starters, lower prizes maybe withheld as in accordance with BSJA Rule 76.6.

8. Depending on the progress of the show, the organisers reserve the right to relocate classes between rings. 

9. No member shall allow a stallion for which he/she is responsible as owner, lessee, authorised agent or rider to compete or be prepared to compete, in any show jumping competition without taking adequate precautions to ensure other members of the public are not put at risk of injury.

10. All horsebox generators are to be switched off not later than 11.30pm. 

Non Members of the BSJA and horses not currently registered with the BSJA may compete in all affiliated classes under the ‘Ticket to Ride’ system

(Additional fee £6.00 per class) but will not be eligible for Prize Money.

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FORTHCOMING SHOWJUMPING DATES

At The Dorset Showground

6th, 7th, 8th June. 11th, 12th, 13th July. 14th, 15th, 16th August 
August dates are Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Show Director: R Longland, Esq
Show Stewards: R.Longland Esq, J Trim Esq

BSJA Judges include Mrs H Barber, J A Bott Esq, Mrs A Brown, Miss J Clarkson, Mrs J Down, Mrs D Forward, Mrs J Gillespie, R Gill Esq, D. James Esq, Mrs D Longland, R. Longland Esq, Mrs A Linscott, Mrs A Palmer, Mr B Palmer, Mrs M Pepperall

Course Designers Arena : R. Suarez Esq, Bridge : Miss S Pepperall

QUALIFYING COMPETITIONS
New competition included, please note changes to 1.05m & Classic Championship 

THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.05m AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
Qualifying competitions will be held at all Dorset Showground Shows and will be held at other shows in the area. For registered horses, riders not in the top 350 on riders ranking list 308. The first eight horses will qualify in each competition, disregarding those already qualified, for the final at Dorset Showground in August. Horses must jump clear in the first round. First prize in the final £125 plus a rug, owners prize, with a prize fund of £375. Special qualifying rosettes will be awarded.

THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.15m OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP
Qualifying competitions will be held at all Dorset Showground Shows and will be held at other shows in the area. The first eight horses will qualify in each competition disregarding those already qualified, for the final at Dorset Showground in August. Open to all registered horses. Horses must jump clear in the first round. 
First prize in the final £150 and challenge trophy plus owners prize, with a prize fund of £450. Special qualifying rosettes will be awarded.

THE DORSET SHOWGROUND/GROVELY SPORTS HORSE YOUNG HORSE CHAMPIONSHIP
Qualifying competitions will be held at Dorset Showground Shows and will be held at other shows in the area. Open to 5 & 6 year old registered horses. Height of jumps:
5 year old – 1.05m. 6 year old - 1.10m The first eight horses will qualify in each competition disregarding those already qualified for the final at Dorset Showground in August. Horses must jump clear in the first round. First prize in the final £125 (prize fund of £375) plus rug & owners prize, Special qualifying rosettes will be awarded. This series kindly sponsored by Grovely Sports Horses
HALF PRICE TEMPORARY STABLING FOR QUALIFIED HORSES DURING THE AUGUST SHOW

DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.25M /1.30M CLASSIC
All 1.25m, 1.30m & above classes held at Dorset Showground during 2008 will be qualifying competitions for the Classic Final. The first eight horses will qualify in each competition for the final at Dorset Showground during the August show. Open to registered horses. Horses must jump clear in the first round. Height of 1st round in final 1.25m. 1st prize in the final: £200 (with a prize fund £600) & owners prize. Prize for highest placed Region “J” Rider. 


MINOR UNAFFILIATED JUMPING CLASSES OPEN TO HORSE & PONIES 

Rosettes awarded for all Double Clear rounds in minor jumping classes.

JAYPHOTOS OPEN UNAFFILIATED POINTS CHAMPIONSHIP. 
Fences 2’ 6” – 2’ 9“ (75cm – 85cm)
Points will be awarded to those placed (1st – 6th) in this class throughout the season. The competitor who wins the most points will receive a rug and sash at the last show of the season in August plus winning owners prize.
This series kindly sponsored by Jayphotos

THE CHURCH FARM MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP
Fences 2” 9” approx. (85m).
Qualifying competitions will be held at all Dorset Showground Shows. The first eight horses will qualify in each competition disregarding those already qualified, for the final at Dorset Showground in August. Open to horses & ponies. Horses & ponies must jump clear in the first round to qualify. The winner of the final will receive a numnah, trophy and sash, plus owners prize. Special qualifying rosettes will be awarded. HALF PRICE TEMPORARY STABLING FOR QUALIFIED HORSES DURING THE AUGUST SHOW

SHIRES EQUESTRIAN AND RIDGEWAY RIDER UNAFFILIATED SHOW JUMPING CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER - This class is open to horses and ponies, top 40 on points go through to the final. For full details and to register visit www.ridgewayrider.co.uk

Qualifying Competitions for Dorset Showground Championships to be held at:

Dorset Showground 1.05m Dorset (BSJA area 49): July 11- 13th Dorset Showground: May 9th – 11th, June 6-8th, Aug 14th.
Stourhead Show: Aug 2nd 

Grovely Sports Horse Young Horse Dorset (BSJA Area 49): July 11th – 13th
Dorset Showground: May 9th – 11th, June 6-8th, Aug 14/15th. 
Wiltshire (BSJA Area 42): June 29th 

Dorset Showground 1.15m Open Dorset (BSJA Area 49): July 11th – 13th
Dorset Showground: May 9th – 11th, June 6th -8th, Aug 14/15th 
Stourhead Show: Aug 2nd 
Wiltshire (BSJA Area 42) June 28/29th

Church Farm Minor Championship Dorset (Area 49): 11th – 13th July
Dorset Showground: May 9th – 11th, June 6-8th, Aug 16/17th 
Stourhead Show: Aug 2nd 

Please check with show concerned re schedules.
FRIDAY 9th MAY 9.30am Start
ARENA

Class 1 THE EQUISSAGE DISCOVERY CHAMPIONSHIP – FIRST ROUND
Under BSJA Rule 314. Table A7. Speed 325mpm.
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes: £30, £25, £15, £12, £12
Equissage sponsor the first three rosettes


Class 2 THE GROVELY SPORTS HORSE YOUNG HORSE HANDICAP QUALIFIER
For registered 5 & 6 year old horses. Height 1.05m - 5 year olds, 1.10m - 6 year olds. Speed 325 mpm for 5 yr olds, 350mpm for 6 yr olds. Table A7. To qualify: 8, must jump clear in first round.
Kindly sponsored by Grovely Sports Horses
Half price temporary stabling for qualified horses during August show
Entry Fee £13 (late entry £15) Prizes £40, £30, £25, £15, £13

Class 3 DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.15m OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER.
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Associate members. Table A7. Fences 1.15m. Speed 350mpm
Qualifiers: 8, horses must jump clear in 1st round 
Series kindly sponsored by Beaumont Farms
Entry Fee: £15 (late-entry £17) Prizes £50, £40, £30, £18, £15

Class 4 HORSE & HOUND FOXHUNTER/1.20m OPEN incorporating THE SPORT HORSE CLASSIC BLUE RIBAND CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFER for Easibed BSJA/Scope (UK) Festival of Show Jumping
Rule 310 1st rosette - Horse & Hound
For registered horses who have not won a total of £600. Table A7. Fences 1.20m. Speed 350mpm.
Qualifiers for Festival: 4 not passing down the line. Dual qualification for Horse & Hound Foxhunter
In the event of 30 or more starters, the competition will be split and 
Prizes awarded in each section, Horses may compete in one section 
only.
Entry Fee: £17 (late-entry £19) Prizes £75, £60, £45, £30, £17

Class 5 THE CHURCH FARM 1.25M OPEN
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate, Junior Associate members. 
Table A7. Fences 1.25m. Speed 350mpm
Points will be awarded for Dorset Showground Classic. 
Entry Fee: £20 (late-entry £22) Prizes £100, £75, £50, £30, £25, £20


FRIDAY 9TH MAY START 8.30am
BRIDGE
Clear Round Jumping (£3 per round) 8.30am - 9.30am 

Starting not before 9.30am
Class 6 DERBY HOUSE BRITISH NOVICE CHAMPIONSHIP – first round
1st – 3rd rosettes sponsored by Derby House
Under BSJA Rule 316. Table A7. Speed 325mpm.
Rosettes for all double clear rounds
Entry Fee: £10 (late entry £12) Prizes: £30, £25, £15, £10, £10 
Class 7 KBIS BRITISH EQUESTRIAN 1m NATIONAL AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER – FIRST ROUND
For registered horses to be ridden by Full, Associate or Junior Associate Members excluding the top 450 on BSJA Riders Ranking list No: 303. (1st Aug 2006– 31st July 2007). Table A7. Speed 325mpm. 1st 6 to qualify, qualification does not pass down the line, must jump clear in the1st round. Regional points will be awarded in KP Media League Tables. 1st rosette kindly sponsored by KBIS British Equestrian. Rosettes awarded for all double clear rounds
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes: £40, £30, £25, £15, £13


Class 8 THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.05m CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER
For registered horses, riders not in the top 350 on riders ranking list no: 308. (1st Aug – 31st July 2007). Table A7. Height 1.05m. Speed 350mpm. To qualify: 8, must jump clear in first round. 
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes £40, £30, £25, £15, £13

N.B. Course walk for classes 9 & 10 will be prior to class 9.

Class 9 TRI-ZONE SENIOR NEWCOMERS - FIRST ROUND
1s. rosette sponsored by Tri-zone.
Under BSJA Rule 312. Table A7. Speed 350mpm.
For registered horses not to have won a total of £300.
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes: £40, £30, £25, £15, £13


Class 10 KBIS BRITISH EQUESTRIAN 1.10m NATIONAL AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER – FIRST ROUND
For registered horses to be ridden by Full, Associate or Junior Associate members excluding the top 250 on BSJA Ranking List No.303. (1st Aug 2006– 31st July 2007) Table A7. Speed 350mpm
1st 6 to qualify, qualification will not pass down the line, qualifiers must jump clear in the first round.
1st rosette kindly sponsored by KBIS British Equestrian 
Entry Fee: £17 (late-entry £19) Prizes £75, £60, £45, £30, £17

SATURDAY 10th MAY START 9.00am

ARENA

Class 11 TRI-ZONE SENIOR NEWCOMERS - FIRST ROUND 
1st rosette sponsored by Tri-Zone.
Under BSJA Rule 312. Table A7. Speed 350mpm. For registered horses. 
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15.00) Prizes £40, £30, 25, £15, £13

Class 12 THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.15m OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Associate members. Table A7, Fences 1.15m. Speed 350mpm
Qualifiers: 8, must jump clear in first round
Series kindly sponsored by Beaumont Farms
Entry Fee: £15 (late entry £17) Prizes £50, £40, £30, £18, £15


Class 13 HORSE & HOUND FOXHUNTER /1.20m OPEN 
Foxhunter: For registered horses who have not won a total of £600. 
1st rosette Horse & Hound. Table A7. Fences 1.20m. Speed 350mpm. Rule 310. In the event of 30 or more starters the class will be split. Horse may only compete in one section. 
Entry Fee: £17 (late entry £19) Prizes £75, £60, £45, £30, £17 


Class 14 PREMIER PROPERTIES NATIONAL B/C HANDICAP CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER Open to registered horses in Grades B & C to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Associate Members. Table A7. Rule 304. Speed 350mpm. Height of fences: - Grade C1.25m, Grade B 1.30m. Qualifiers: One double clear. 
Points will be awarded for the Dorset Showground Classic
Entry Fee: £17 (late entry £19) Prizes £75, £60, £45, £30, £17

Class 15 THE DORSET SHOWGROUND GRAND PRIX
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Associate members. Height of fences in first round 1.25m. Table A9. The best 5 scores, or, all clear rounds, will go forward to the second round, which will be against the clock. In the event of equality, faults and time with decide i.e the fastest four faulters will qualify. All scores in the first round will be carried forward to the second round. Competitors in the second round will start in the reverse order of merit or the slowest four faulters first, the faster clear last. If necessary, those who do not reach the second round, faults and time in the first round will determine their placings. If a competitor withdraws from the second round he/she will not be replaced and he/she will receive the placing from the first round. At least 5 prizes will be awarded. Winning owners prize. Prize for highest placed Dorset Area rider. 
Points will be awarded for the Dorset Showground Classic.
Entry Fee: £22 (late entry £24) Prizes: £200, £150, £100, £75, £50, £25, £25


SATURDAY 10th MAY START 9.00am
BRIDGE
Class 16 DERBY HOUSE BRITISH NOVICE CHAMPIONSHIP – first round
1st – 3rd rosettes by Derby House. 
Under BSJA Rule 316. Table A7. Speed 325mpm.
Rosettes for all double clear rounds
Entry Fee: £10 (late entry £12) Prizes: £30, £25, £15, £10, £10

Class 17 THE EQUISSAGE DISCOVERY CHAMPIONSHIP – FIRST ROUND
Equissage sponsor the first three rosettes
Under BSJA Rule 314. Table A7. Speed 350mpm.
Entry Fee: £12 (late entry £14) Prizes: £30, £25, £15, £12 £12 

Class 18 THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.05m CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER
For registered horses, riders not in the top 350 on riders ranking list no: 308. (1st Aug – 31st July 2007). Table A7. Height 1.05m. Speed 350mpm. To qualify : 8, must jump clear in first round. 
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes £40, £30, £25, £15, £13

Clear Round Jumping (£3 per round) time permitting 


MINOR JUMPING – starting not before 2.30pm

These classes are open for horses and ponies, riders any age. Classes 19 & 20 are 
two round competitions, jump off for all clear in the first round. 
Rosettes awarded for all double clear rounds.


Class 19 JAYPHOTOS OPEN POINTS CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER 
Fences will be approximately 2ft 6ins (75cm)
Kindly sponsored by Jayphotos
Entry Fee: £8 (late entry £10) Prizes £10, £9 £8, £8, £8

Class 20 CHURCH FARM MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER (inc Shires Equestrian and Ridgeway Rider Unaffiliated Show Jumping Championship Qualifier) both sections of this class open to horses and ponies). {See “Competitions” in Schedule} 
Fences 2ft 9ins approximately.(85cm)
To qualify for Church Farm Championship: 8, must jump clear in fist round
Entry Fee: £8 (late entry £10) Prizes £10, £9, £8, £8,£8


SUNDAY 11th MAY START 9.00am

ARENA

Class 21 SMARTER BUILDERS NATIONAL 1.15M MEMBERS CUP CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER incorporating THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.15m CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER
Smarter builders: For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Associate members who are not in the top 100 on BSJA ranking list 304.Table A7, Fences 1.15m. Speed 350mpm. 
Qualifiers: Smarter Builders: 4 not passing down the line. Dorset Showground: 8, horses must jump clear in first round for both qualifying sections.
Entry Fee: £15 (late entry £17) Prizes £50, £40, £30, £18, £15



Class 22 HORSE & HOUND FOXHUNTER /1.20m OPEN 
Foxhunter: For registered horses who have not won a total of £600. 
1st rosette Horse & Hound. Table A7. Fences 1.20m. Speed 350mpm. Rule 310. In the event of 30 or more starters the class will be split. Horse may only compete in one section.
Entry Fee: £17 (late entry £19) Prizes £75, £60, £45, £30, £17 


Class 23 HIGHBRIDGE MILL 1.30m OPEN COMPETITION 
For registered horses to be ridden by Full, Associate or Junior Associate members. Table A7. Speed 350mpm. 
Points will be awarded for Dorset Showground Classic. 
Entry Fee: £20.00 (late entry £22) Prizes: £100, £80, £60, £40, £20


Class 24 KBIS BRITISH EQUESTRIAN 1m NATIONAL AMATEUR QUALIFIER.- First round
For registered horses to be ridden by full Associate or Junior Associate members excluding top 450 on BSJA riders ranking list 303. (1st Aug 2006 – 31st July 2007). Table A7. Speed 325 mpm. 
First 6 to qualify, qualification will not pass down the line and qualifiers must jump clear in first round.
1st rosette KBIS British Equestrian. Regional points will be awarded in KP Media League Tables.
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes: £40, £30, £25, £15, £13


Class 25 SCOPE UK 1.05m ADVENTURER CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER 
For registered horses who have not won a total of £300. Table A7. Height 1.05m. Speed 350mpm. 
Numbers to qualify: 6 & qualification will not pass down the line, horses must jump clear in first round. 
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes £40, £30, £25, £15, £13 
SUNDAY 11th MAY START 9.00am
BRIDGE
Class 26 DERBY HOUSE BRITISH NOVICE CHAMPIONSHIP – first round
1st – 3rd rosettes by Derby House 
Under BSJA Rule 316. Table A7. Speed 325mpm.
Rosettes for all double clear rounds.
Entry Fee: £10 (late entry £12) Prizes: £30, £25, £15, £10, £10

Class 27 THE EQUISSAGE DISCOVERY CHAMPIONSHIP – FIRST ROUND
Equissage sponsor the first three rosettes
Under BSJA Rule 314. Table A7. Speed 325mpm.
Entry Fee: £12 (late entry £14) Prizes: £30, £25, £15, £12 £12

Class 28 THE DORSET SHOWGROUND 1.05m CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER
For registered horses, riders not in the top 350 on riders ranking list no: 308. (1st Aug 2006 – 31st July 2007). Table A7. Height 1.05m. Speed 350mpm. To qualify: 8, must jump clear in first round. 
Entry Fee: £13 (late entry £15) Prizes £40, £30, £25, £15, £13

Class 29 THE GROVELY SPORTS HORSE YOUNG HORSE HANDICAP QUALIFIER
For registered 5 & 6 year old horses. Height 1.05m - 5 year olds, 1.10m - 6 year olds. Speed 325 mpm for 5 yr olds, 350mpm for 6 yr olds. Table A7. To qualify: 8, must jump clear in first round.
Kindly sponsored by Grovely Sports Horses
Half price temporary stabling for qualified horses during August show.
Entry Fee £13 (late entry £15) Prizes £40, £30, £25, £15, £13

FOLLOWED BY CLEAR ROUND JUMPING (£3 per round)) UNTIL 3.45pm (TIME PERMITTING)

MINOR JUMPING
This class is open for horses and ponies, riders any age.
Classes 29 is a two round competition, jump off for all clear in the first
round.
Rosettes awarded for all double clear rounds.

Starting not before 3.45pm 
Class 29 JAYPHOTOS OPEN POINTS CHAMPIONSHIP (inc Shires Equestrian and Ridgeway Rider Unaffiliated Show Jumping Championship Qualifier) both sections of this class open to horses & ponies. {See “Competitions” in Schedule}
Fences will be approximately 2ft 6ins (75cm)
Kindly sponsored by Jayphotos
Entry Fee: £8 (late entry £10) Prizes £10, £9 £8, £8 £8