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159: Veteran Riding Class

Equine Competitions ➤ Riding Horses Sun 8th Jun 2025
Sponsored by
Tree Force

Open for mare or gelding, 18 years old and over. Emphasis on good manners and conformation. 

Equine Competitions - Opening Notes

Head of Section: Gro Hylen 085 7240148

ENTRIES must be submitted ONLINE by FRIDAY 30th May 2025

FULL address and Eircode required for ALL entries as prizes will be paid by cheque after the show

The ISA Levy of 5% will be deducted from prize money

ANY UNDERAGE RIDER MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT / GUARDIAN.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR HORSES

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Horse-riding is a dangerous sport. While mounted, all competitors and ride judges are required, for their own safety, to wear appropriate head gear that complies with up to date safety standards and is securely fastened. 

Riding Horses - Opening Notes

The Dun Siog Cup will be presented to the Champion riding horse. Qualifiers for this are first place in lightweight, mediumweight, heavyweight and small hunter. 

Champion - €40  Reserve - €25

Champion riding horse will qualify to compete in the overall Champion Horse of the Show held in the large ring at the end of the day.

The ridden classes are to be judged on rideability, manners and conformation. An individual show if required by the judges should not exceed 2 minutes and include walk, trot and canter, a simple change at canter, rein back, strike off on required leg, gallop on, halt and stand still, there will be strong emphasis on manners, rideability, movement and conformation. The judge may ride the horse. Horses should be shown in a snaffle or double bridle and well fitted saddle. Riders should have attained their 16th birthday. 

 

Location:  
Ring 1
Entry Fee:  
€20.00
Available Places:  
15
Prizes:   1st - €100.00 , 2nd - €50.00 , 3rd - €25.00
Equine Competitions - Closing Notes

All Classes are subject to a minimum of 5 entries for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd prizes. For Classes with less than 5 entries, 1st prize only will be paid.