Bristol & Somerset News

South West Regional Academy Championships
January 15, 2026
Get ready for a great weekend packed with competition, fun, and celebration! A wide range of classes A great way of meeting other riders in your area 7th & 8th March 2026 Held at Chard Equestrian How to enter: Individual classes – enter directly Team entries – submitted by your academy You can...
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British Showjumping is Looking for Non-Executive Directors to join its Board
February 03, 2025
Non-Executive Board Director Vacancies About Us British Showjumping is the national governing body in Great Britain which formulates the rules and codes of practice under which all affiliated competitions are held. Our purpose is to improve and maintain standards of showjumping, while encouraging members of...
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Members' Council Nomination
December 09, 2024
British Showjumping are currently seeking nominations for vacant Members Council positions. The Members Council is a group that ensures representation from across the country and includes the main stakeholders of the sport. For devolved funding reasons Scotland and Wales are defined by Country boundaries with England...
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The biggest agricultural event in the county, Devon County Show returns 16-18th May.
May 03, 2024
The Devon County Show running 16-18th May, the biggest agricultural event in the county, with its dazzling line up of features and attractions, is very nearly upon us. The equestrian events are always a firm favourite on the showground, and there are over 1,100 horses and riders...
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Adverse Weather Conditions - Show Updates
February 16, 2022
With adverse weather conditions forecast over the next few days, any updates that we are aware of regarding changes to shows will be made on the Shows Notices page here. Please also keep an eye on the show venue websites and social media feeds that you...
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Tack Thefts at British Showjumping Shows
February 12, 2022
In light of recently reported tack thefts at overnight British Showjumping affiliated shows can we please remind all members to ensure they are vigilant and keep their tack secure when not in use. British Showjumping are liaising with the Police in respect of the thefts currently being...
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Jan 2022 -  The Jump North Tour:  Four Tournaments – Two Venues
January 02, 2022
  The Jump North Tour is a first-of-a-kind, joint offering from Northcote Stud and Aintree International Equestrian Centre.  Providing four British Showjumping events that will run in succession the Jump North Tour will allow  members to travel to the North of England and have the opportunity to...
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Members Council positions available for nomination
December 22, 2021
  British Showjumping are currently seeking nominations for vacant Members Council positions. The Members Council is a group that ensures representation from across the country as well as including the main stakeholders of the sport. For devolved funding reasons Scotland and Wales need to be defined by...
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Lois Logan steals the show in the Pony Restricted Rider 1.10m Championship Final
August 05, 2021
  Oreo Patches steals the show with rider Lois Logan from High Wycombe to take the title of Pony Restricted Rider 1.10m Champion on Day 3 of the 2021 British Showjumping National & Academy Championships. The pair have had a successful week, winning the Pony Restricted Rider...
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Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games - Jumping Preview
July 29, 2021
Jumping looks set to be a testing thriller…. Tokyo 2020 is one of the most talked-about Olympic Games of all time, and as it arrives on our doorsteps a year late and filled with challenges, for the stars of international Jumping the questions are clear. How will...
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British Showjumping COVID-19 Update - Shows from 19 July in England
July 18, 2021
  Following the announcement of forthcoming relaxations of a number of COVID-19 restrictions from 19 July, British Showjumping in consultation with the Members Council and National Sport Committee, have reviewed the current operational protocols that were implemented to enable the sport to continue to run. From Monday...
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Please welcome Helen Hughes as the new Gloucestershire Area Rep.
June 08, 2021
Helen has been riding for thirty years starting off in gymkhana and unaffiliated jumping and progressing to British Showjumping at the age of twelve. She has competed in ponies, qualifying for various championships and jumping the biggest of tracks in the HOYS qualifiers. Once on horses...
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BEF update: further lockdown easing from 17 May across the UK
May 14, 2021
  Monday 17 May heralds a number of changes across the United Kingdom as lockdown continues to ease across England, Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland. Vaccination rates continue at pace while case numbers are on the decline, but government leaders continue to urge caution as we...
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COVID-19 Protocols at Shows from Monday 17 May 2021 in England & Scotland
May 14, 2021
  With the relaxation of Protocols from May 17 in England and Scotland British Showjumping are pleased to let members know that they can now be accompanied by friends and family.  This is limited inline with Government guidelines however to a maximum of six people, including...
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Royal Highland Show - A Live Showcase!
May 12, 2021
  The Royal Highland and Agricultural Society of Scotland (RHASS) will see Showjumping, along with all their other planned activities take place behind locked doors.  However, there isn't any need to miss out on the action as livestock judging, equestrian, food & drink and rural skills...
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Two Area Representative Positions Available in the South West Region
May 05, 2021
Applications are invited for members to apply for the position of being the Gloucestershire or Wiltshire Area Representative and anyone who is interested in applying should send their CV together with a covering letter to : Sport Team, British Showjumping, Meriden Business Park, Copse Drive, Meriden,...
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His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh – One Minute Silence
April 14, 2021
  As a mark of respect we are asking all show organisers, who are running a British Showjumping event  on Saturday 17 April, to observe the National one minute silence at 3pm to mark the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip,...
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British Equestrian COVID update: state of play at 12.04.21
April 12, 2021
  With lockdown measures easing across the United Kingdom, including a number of key milestones on Monday 12 April that will enable us to get out and further enjoy our horses, sport and activity, here’s an update from British Equestrian on what you can do. Also...
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Membership/Horse Registration reminder
April 07, 2021
We have noticed a significant number of automated fines being produced during the past week since sport has resumed.  To assist members who have joined since last weekend, and who may have had fines generated for competing prior to their membership restarting, we have backdated their...
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BEF/BHS statement: indoor arena use in England
March 31, 2021
  After nearly a week of discussions, British Equestrian had confirmation this afternoon from the Cabinet Office, via the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), that the use indoor arenas in England remains restricted under the most recent legislation. In a campaign lead by...
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British Showjumping National & Academy Championships 2021
March 30, 2021
It is with great pleasure that British Showjumping are in a position to announce that the 2021 British Showjumping National Championships and Academy Championships will be going ahead between the 3 – 10 August at the NAEC, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. Emma Williams, Event Director  for Grandstand...
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BEF statement: covered and indoor arenas in England
March 26, 2021
  British Equestrian has been made aware that the recent legislation published by government now states that indoor riding arenas in England should close and will not be permitted to open on Monday 29 March in line with other outdoor sports facilities. This contravenes the agreed...
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EHV Equine Health Self Certification process to be introduced at shows
March 19, 2021
  The recent EHV-1 outbreak in Europe has so far claimed the lives of 17 horses and resulted in the FEI announcing a cancellation of international shows in some countries as a result. With competition and wider equestrian activities due to get underway shortly, British Equestrian and...
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BEF update: plans to ease lockdown restrictions announced in England and Scotland
February 23, 2021
  The UK Prime Minister and Scotland’s First Minister have outlined their plans for the taking England and Scotland out of the current ‘stay at home’ restriction. Both leaders have given indicative timeframes, which give the equestrian sector a guide for when activity can resume, businesses...
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Brexit: Different Certificate of Professional Competence required for grooms travelling to the EU
February 08, 2021
  Now that Britain has left the EU, the process for transporting horses to Europe has changed. This includes the type of documentation and certification you’re required to hold, especially if you’re travelling in connection with an economic activity. Under the Council Regulation of Welfare of Animals...
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British Showjumping Member Update – Winter Qualifiers & Finals 2021
January 20, 2021
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Podcast News Update - 19th January 2021
January 19, 2021
Listen to the latest podcast where CEO Iain Graham gives host Adam Cromarty an update about the current national lockdown, the steps that are being put in place to ensure the sport can resume as quickly as restrictions allow, qualifying events and much more. Adam also...
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Blue Chip discount IS BACK for ALL Blue Light card holders.
January 07, 2021
In tough times, AGAIN, Blue Chip are pleased to support key and critical workers across all the emergency services and social care. For a third lockdown, Blue Chip have announced discounts for all Blue Light card holders, or those with an online account. Tom Dalby, CEO...
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COVID-19 Update for Coaches
January 07, 2021
  British Showjumping have received clarity from their insurers SEIB in respect of training activity being undertaken independently by coaches, who are recognised and listed with the Association, during this period of national lockdown. The advice being given to all those that meet the criteria above and...
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British Showjumping – 5th January National Lockdown
January 05, 2021
Yesterday’s announcement by the UK Government and the First Minister of Scotland to increase measures to combat the current COVID-19 pandemic by introducing a national lockdown until mid-February will see the suspension of all British Showjumping organised activities until the measures have been lifted. During the...
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BEF COVID update: 05 January 2021
January 05, 2021
  All home nations are now under lockdown restrictions across the United Kingdom, with the exception of some offshore islands. Across the four countries, the message is to ‘stay at home’ and only go out for essential reasons such as work that cannot be done from...
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BEF COVID-19 Update 30th December 2020 : more areas of England move to Tier 4
December 30, 2020
  Additional areas of England will be moved into Tier 4 status as of 00.01 31 December the Sectary of State has just announced. The following areas will move up a level: Leicester City Leicestershire (Oadby and Wigston, Harborough, Hinckley and Bosworth, Blaby, Charnwood, North West Leicestershire, Melton) Lincolnshire (City...
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British Showjumping COVID-19 statement - 20th December 2020
December 20, 2020
Following the various Government announcements in the last 24 hours regarding travel can we please remind all members in Scotland, England and Wales to follow the guidance relevant to their part of the country/region. We are continuing to run affiliated competition and activities where this is...
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Blue Chip Championship 2020 Cancelled - Statement 17.12.20
December 17, 2020
Please find below a statement from the Show Organisers of the Blue Chip Championships. It is with great sadness and disappointment that following recent developments and today's announcement by the Government regarding the spread of Covid-19 that the Blue Chip Winter Show Jumping Championships that were...
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A Festive Blue Chip Championship 2020!
December 09, 2020
Entries are open for the re-scheduled Blue Chip Winter Show Jumping Championships which are to be held at the impressive Hartpury Arena between 28 December 2020 and 2 January 2021.   The prestigious show with its own special “Blue Chip Magic” will be held...
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MEMBERS COUNCIL POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR NOMINATION
December 09, 2020
  British Showjumping are currently seeking nominations for vacant Members Council positions. The Members Council is a group that ensures representation from across the country as well as including the main stakeholders of the sport. For devolved funding reasons Scotland and Wales need to be defined by...
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COVID 19 Protocols – Member Responsibility
December 01, 2020
Ahead of sport resumption on the 2nd December we would like to take this opportunity to remind members of their legal and social responsibility in respect of current COVID-19 protocols. It is of vital importance, to all involved in the sport and the wider community, that...
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ONLEY GROUNDS TO HOST ADDITIONAL WINTER CLASSIC QUALIFIERS
November 27, 2020
With the resumption of sport being allowed from the 2nd December, Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex in Rugby will now play host to the Winter Classic qualifiers that were due to take place at the cancelled Arena UK show scheduled to run between the  4 –...
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Ride Out Racism and The DHD Foundation launch social campaign #IAMPARTOFTHECHANGE
November 26, 2020
Reece McCook, social campaigner and the founder of Ride Out Racism, has teamed up with Daisy Honeybunn and her husband Pravin Mukhi, founders of the DHD Foundation, to create #IAMPARTOFTHECHANGE, a campaign to increase diversity and inclusion throughout the equestrian industry.   Explaining his experience...
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BEF update: Activity in England post-lockdown
November 26, 2020
  The government announced details of the revised three tier alert system for England earlier today and which areas would fall into each tier. The positive news is that equestrian activity can largely continue within number and setting restrictions based on the area’s tier level. Current...
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BEF update: Defra clarification
November 12, 2020
Please find below the latest update from the BEF: BEF update: Defra clarification We received an update late on Thursday from Defra and DCMS via the British Horse Council and British Horse Society following our combined request for clarification on the recent legislation concerning the National Restrictions...
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Dodson & Horrell Amateur & Veteran Championships 2020
October 31, 2020
15:00 hrs 31st October 2020 - Statement from British Showjumping regarding the 2020 Dodson & Horrell Amateur Veteran Championships It is with regret that British Showjumping announce the postponement of the Dodson & Horrell Amateur & Veteran Championships that were due to run between the...
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COVID-19 Protocols – Reminder re Member Responsibilities
October 30, 2020
  With the recently introduced government changes as to how coronavirus restrictions are being managed at a local level we would like to remind our members of their legal and social responsibility in respect of current COVID-19 protocols. As a sport, we have been in the fortunate...
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BEF update: Zilpaterol contamination in equine feedstuffs
October 21, 2020
British Equestrian has been made aware that several feed companies who distribute in the United Kingdom may also have products contaminated with the banned substance Zilpaterol, which was in a shipment of molasses used in the manufacturing process. A number of companies are in direct contact...
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Equine governing bodies seek to secure industry future in EU-UK Withdrawal Agreement
October 10, 2020
  Proposed solutions that would secure the future of the European equine industry through safe and expedited horse movement between EU Member States and Britain following the UK’s departure from the EU, have been sent to Michel Barnier, the European Commission’s Head of Task Force for...
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British Bred mare Billy Jive claims NAF Five Star Summer Silver League Championship with Gemma Hallett
October 08, 2020
The 1.20m NAF Five Star Silver League Championship brought with it some great competition from the field of forty starters. It was Gemma Hallett from Wellington in Somerset that claimed the victory with the British Bred Billy Jive (Billy Mexico x Billy Congo), an 11...
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Come together for peace of mind
October 06, 2020
  To celebrate the significance of World Mental Health Day, Saturday October 10th, Riders Minds is asking the equestrian community to ‘Come Together’ to support mental health, raise awareness and to make a difference. At a time when social distancing is the normal, it is...
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October 05, 2020
The Association of British Riding Schools (ABRS) is delighted to announce the launch of a new dedicated membership pathway which recognises and promotes the high standards of livery yards. The decision to expand membership to include livery yards came following a number of focus groups,...
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COVID-19 Protocols – Member Responsibility
October 05, 2020
Ahead of the Aintree Indoor Championship Show, commencing this week, alongside the ongoing competition dates that are in the show calendar we would like to take this opportunity to remind members of their legal and social responsibility in respect of current COVID-19 protocols. It is of...
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LIVERPOOL INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW CANCELLATION STATEMENT
September 18, 2020
  It is with great sadness and regret that Bolesworth Events have taken the difficult decision to cancel Liverpool International Horse Show 2020. Over the past six months, the team have worked with the M&S Bank Arena to model a series of scenarios that would allow us...
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Cancellation of the Senior Qualifier Show at Wales & West – 15/09/2020 Update
September 15, 2020
Further to the announcement made on the 21st August it is with regret that it has not been possible, as had been hoped, to reschedule the following qualifiers: British Horse Feeds Speedi-Beet Grade C Qualifier Equitop GLME Senior Foxhunter Second Round Lord & Lady Equestrian Senior Newcomers Second...
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COVID-19 Member Protocols - September 2020 Update
September 10, 2020
We know that it is hugely important to everyone involved with British Showjumping that we can continue to safely run the sport. Following the Government announcement (9th September) regarding changes to the numbers who are allowed to meet in England we have received confirmation from Sport...
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NOMINATE YOUR HEROES FOR THE HORSE & HOUND AWARDS 2020 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NAF
September 03, 2020
  Nominations are now open for the Horse & Hound Awards 2020 in partnership with NAF. The prestigious event is being delivered as a virtual, multi-media online bonanza on 2 December, meaning every equestrian fan around the world can join the celebration. With the H&H Awards now in...
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The first qualifying show for Aintree is almost upon us!
August 27, 2020
  Following the July announcement of the new indoor Championship Show at Aintree Equestrian Centre, we trust that everyone is now looking forward to qualifying for their respective Championship Finals. The Aintree Indoor Championships, which will be playing host to many of the most popular national finals,...
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British Equestrian launches fund to help riding centres tackling inequality in their communities
August 21, 2020
  British Equestrian, the national governing body for equestrian sport in the UK, has been awarded £150,000 of National Lottery funding by Sport England to enable it to support riding centres that are struggling during this difficult time. The fund aims to provide immediate funding to those...
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Dodson and Horrell National Amateur Second Rounds & Championship Final
August 19, 2020
British Showjumping is pleased to confirm that all the second round dates and venues have been confirmed for the Dodson & Horrell Amateur Second Rounds.  These second round shows will be the qualifying pathway for the Dodson & Horrell National Amateur & Veteran Championships which...
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Just for Schools 1m & 1.10m Individual and Team Finals
August 04, 2020
Individual Titles 18 year-old Alice Sandiford from Highbridge in Somerset left the rest of the thirty-five strong field standing in the Just for Schools Individual 1m Final when she blazed home with a double clear in a time of 25.49 seconds, more than two seconds...
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Bella Wild wins the Just For Schools Individual 70cm Final & Clifton College the Teams
August 04, 2020
Bella Wild, aged 11 from Saltney in Flintshire couldn’t have been happier when she won the Just For Schools Individual 70cm Final at the NAF Five Star British Showjumping Championships this morning. It was the second day of the Championships, which run until next Tuesday, and...
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Lucky Lou lives up to her name at the NAF Five Star British Showjumping Championships
August 03, 2020
  10 year-old Vicky Messent from Timsbury, Bath with Lucky Lou a 12 year-old bay mare put in a great double clear to lead the thirty-two strong field in Just For Schools 90cm Final at the NAF Five Star British Showjumping Championships this evening. An incredibly fast...
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Emmie Horner & Treflan Nero win the Just for Schools 80cm Individual
August 03, 2020
  Emmie Horner aged 10 years old from Weston-super-Mare and Treflan Nero, a black 14 year-old gelding, took pole position in the presentation line up from a field of nearly fifty starters this afternoon in the Just for Schools Individual 80cm Final at the NAF Five...
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Junior and Senior Club 1.00m titles claimed at the NAF Five Star British Showjumping Championships
August 03, 2020
Junior and Senior Club 1.00m titles claimed at the NAF Five Star British Showjumping Championships Cecile Mary Scarlet Skyes, aged 11 from Ascot, galloped her way round the jump off of the Junior Club 1.00m Final to claim the title  at the NAF Five Star National...
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Indoor Championship Final Awarded to Aintree Equestrian Centre
July 29, 2020
  Following our previous announcement in respect of a new indoor Championship Show which will be hosting some of this year’s National Championships, we are now pleased to be able to share the news that the show has been awarded to Aintree Equestrian Centre. Scheduled to run...
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New classes added at the British Showjumping National Championships
July 27, 2020
Some new classes have been added to the British Showjumping National Championships including the following:: - Pony 1.15m Open Warm Up - 60cm Warm Up - 80cm Open Warm Up - Pony 1m Open / Newcomers .... plus more! There are classes to suit everyone no matter...
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July Showjumping cancelled at Wales & West
July 16, 2020
  It is with regret that British Showumping must announce that all Showjumping at the Wales & West Showground in Monmouthshire has been cancelled.  This includes the scheduled Welsh Home Pony Show due to run between the 23 – 28 July. This decision has been enforced by...
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Junior Academy, Just for Schools and National Championships at Bolesworth 3 – 11 August
July 14, 2020
Following the recent announcement that the Junior Academy, Just For Schools and National Championships, supported by NAF, have been relocated the Bolesworth we are also pleased to inform our member the schedule is now live. In addition to Finals throughout the show which require pre-qualification there...
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New Indoor Championship Show – October 2020
July 14, 2020
British Showjumping are delighted to inform members that a new indoor championship show, to run between the 7 – 11 October 2020, will be scheduled to host a number of the National Finals which were due to take place this summer at the National Championships...
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BEF Covid-19 Update - 10 July 2020
July 10, 2020
The First Ministers for Scotland and Wales have announced new lockdown measures in the past 36 hours which will allow further equestrian activity to resume in the devolved nations. Meanwhile, the Chancellor of the Exchequer has unveiled plans to help the UK recover financially from...
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British Showjumping National Championships 2020 (3 – 11 August 2020) – Venue Change
July 10, 2020
Following Grandstand Media Limited’s recent cancellation announcement of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) on the 2nd July a second announcement shortly followed that the Stoneleigh Horse Show, which hosts the HOYS showing qualifiers and runs alongside the British Showjumping National Championships (BSNC), would also...
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George “Jud” Harrison
July 07, 2020
It is with great sadness that British Showjumping learn of the recent death of life member and course designer George “Jud” Harrison from Cornwall. Both George and his late wife Margaret were stalwarts of the sport within the south west for most of their lives.  Jud...
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Potential 2021 programme following JA Pony Riders
July 06, 2020
  British Showjumping have been in discussions with a production company in respect of a potential programme for 2021 documenting a group of pony riders hoping to compete on JA ponies across the summer Pony Premier circuit. They would like to hear from aspiring young riders who...
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Join the Podium Potential Pathway
July 06, 2020
Registration open for Podium Potential Pathway 2021–2023 The British Equestrian World Class Programme is inviting up-and-coming athletes to put themselves forward to be part of the selection process to join the Podium Potential Pathway squad for 2021–2023.  The opening of applications comes in tandem with the publication...
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Grandstand Media Ltd. update regarding Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) 2020
July 02, 2020
The following update has been received from Grandstand Media regarding Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) 2020. It is with great regret, that we, the Board of Grandstand Media Limited must announce the cancellation of the 2020 edition of Horse of the Year Show (HOYS) due...
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British Showjumping Member Update – Qualifiers & Finals
June 26, 2020
  With the sport now easing out of lockdown and further UK Government announcements expected over the forthcoming weeks,  the following plan has been put together with a view to as many national Championship Finals as possible being able to take place through the remainder of...
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Horse & Country presents Hickstead: 60 Glorious Years
June 25, 2020
  London, United Kingdom – June 25th, 2020 – On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of iconic equestrian venue Hickstead, Horse & Country TV (H&C) is proud to present an exclusive documentary featuring the showground, the family behind it, and some of the legends of...
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VIRTUAL WINDSOR RETURNS FOR AUTUMN AND WINTER ONLINE HORSE SHOW SERIES
June 25, 2020
    Following the success of Virtual Windsor in May, the organisers of Royal Windsor Horse Show are delighted to announce that the online Show will be returning as a new series with two editions taking place in the Autumn and Winter. The Virtual Windsor Autumn Series...
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British Equestrian COVID-19 Update  - 19 June 2020
June 19, 2020
  While training and competition plans are in motion for many of British Equestrian’s Member Bodies in England, announcements by the devolved governments of Scotland (18 June) and Wales (19 June) have brought limited change to lockdown restrictions for equestrians. Scotland In Scotland, the Route Map moves...
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Haddon Training Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence; Equestrian Athlete 2020 (AASE 2020)
June 16, 2020
  Haddon Training are recruiting for a new group of talented young equestrian athletes to join the elite AASE programme for 2020.   Applications are open for participants across British Eventing, British Dressage, British Showjumping, Para-Dressage and Para-Showjumping, who would like the opportunity to progress in their...
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British Showjumping see phased resumption of shows from 15 June 2020
June 12, 2020
  Following ongoing communication with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and Sport England, British Showjumping are delighted to be in a position to announce the start of the phased return of competition in England from Monday, 15 June 2020.  We are expecting updates...
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NAF COMPETITION TIME - IN SOME FARRIER DRESSING OR FARRIER SOLUTION
June 10, 2020
  NAF, supporters of British Showjumping have launched two new applications to provide everyday care for ALL types of hooves. With over five years of research employed in the development process, trialled with top farriers and their toughest clients, the recipe with influential farriery input has...
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British Showjumping – FEI Calendar and International Travel
June 08, 2020
During the season ahead we understand FEI registered members will be hoping to compete at one of the International shows scheduled as going ahead on the FEI Calendar.  For those that are hoping to make the trip abroad, please do be aware that whilst many countries...
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RETURNING BACK TO NATIONAL TRAINING SHOWS POST COVID-19 LOCKDOWN IN ENGLAND
June 02, 2020
  Following latest UK Government advice British Showjumping are now in a position to allow Training Shows to be run with immediate effect. Show Organisers have already started adding dates to the Show Calendar which can be found be visiting here.  Dates are being added to our...
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British Showjumping COVID-19 Update – 31 May 2020
May 31, 2020
  Further to the latest UK Government guidance, issued over the weekend regarding the resumption of sport, British Showumping will be speaking with all show organisers who have booked provisional Training Show dates (commencing 1 June 2020)  in addition to seeking further clarification around the guidance...
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BRITISH BREEDING OFFER WEBINARS TO BRING THE EQUESTRIAN COMMUNITY TOGETHER
May 29, 2020
  NEXT LIVE WEBINAR:  OUR JOURNEY WITH BIG STAR –THURSDAY 4TH JUNE, 7PM Tullis Matson talks to Nick Skelton and Gary Widdowson.   With Covid-19 restrictions having put a hold on events and social activities that normally fill the British breeders' calendars this time of year, British Breeding...
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Coronavirus Update 29 May 2020: Joint BD and BS statement
May 29, 2020
  Across Great Britain, governments have made further announcements to ease the home nations out of lockdown.  New guidelines were confirmed yesterday for England and Scotland by the Prime Minister and First Minister, while an update on the restrictions in Wales was also provided this afternoon. The...
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 Member Information of British Showjumping Phased Return of Activity
May 22, 2020
    Following UK Government guidance published on 11th May 2020, British Showjumping are planning for the resumption of activity from 1st June 2020 in England. Please note however that this will be reviewed regularly and could be subject to change in line with further Government advice...
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Confirmed Date for Bolesworth Elite Online  Auction
May 18, 2020
Bolesworth Elite Auctions is excited to announce that the inaugural online Yearling auction is scheduled to place on Tuesday 30th June 2020, with bidding live from Friday 26th June. With headline lots including direct progeny from top Grand Prix mares Loughview Loulou and Tinka’s...
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SADDLE UP FOR THE NHS  VOLTAIRE DESIGN  LAUNCHES WITH STAR STUDDED PRIZE FUND
May 18, 2020
  Premier global saddle brand Voltaire Design has galvanized its UK and Ireland community of sponsored riders, venues and trainers to create ‘Saddle Up 4 The NHS with Voltaire Design’, a unique and innovative online raffle jam-packed with money-can’t-buy luxury and exclusive equestrian prizes, including the...
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BEF COVID-19 update 15/05/20
May 15, 2020
  The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) issued further guidance on 13 May regarding outdoor facilities, as a follow-on from the government’s revised policy on exercise. This advice permits venues that provide outdoor sports and physical activities to reopen. At present, this applies...
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Sport & Recreation Alliance - Statement re Latest Government Guidance
May 14, 2020
The following is a statement issued from Sport & Recreation Alliance following latest Government Guidance. On Sunday 10 May, the Prime Minister announced that lockdown restrictions would be eased in England in relation to physical activity and that some outdoor activity areas would be allowed to...
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BEF and Member Bodies in consultation for financial stability and sporting resumption
April 28, 2020
  The British Equestrian Federation (BEF) is working closely with its Olympic and Paralympic governing bodies British Dressage, British Eventing and British Showjumping, in conjunction with the British Horse Council, on planning for safeguarding the viability of the sport and a resumption of activity when the...
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BEF update - 14 April 2020
April 14, 2020
    BEF update: 14 April With news due any day from the Government on the continuation of the lockdown period, we can bring you an update from some of our member bodies and their news since our previous one earlier this month. NEW GUIDANCE FOR EQUINE VETS Following an...
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EXCEPTIONAL LOTS ADDED TO  EQUESTRIAN RELIEF AUCTION AS TEAM EVENTING CHARGE TO TOP OF LEADERBOARD
April 09, 2020
    Equestrian Relief is off to a flying start and is overwhelmed by the generosity and support being shown for the UK’s NHS Heroes. Last night Team Eventing were victorious in the first of the five challenges - ‘On The Gallops’: the 5km run. Unsurprisingly there...
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British Showjumping Cornwall Academy – Lots of teamwork, fun and knowledge shared after a successful season!
April 07, 2020
w Cornwall’s brightest and best young showjumpers came together, whilst they were still able to,  to mark the success of another good season of competing at the many local shows across the county, at the Annual Junior Presentation and quiz night held at Truro Golf...
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POLO & PRESENTERS TEAMS ADDED TO THE EQUESTRIAN RELIEF TEAM LINE UP
April 06, 2020
Equestrian Relief is thrilled to announce two new teams joining the line up. Following lots of excitement over the weekend, ITV Racing Presenter Alice Plunkett, who was due to be a celebrity judge for one of the challenges, has formed her own team. She has...
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British Showjumping Podcast launches
April 03, 2020
British Showjumping launch their official Podcast with host Adam Cromarty.  The first episode is now available on the link below and will, over the next few days, start appearing on all the podcast platforms that people listen to them on. During the period of sport shut...
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Equestrian Relief: horse world unites to support our NHS heroes
April 03, 2020
LEADING Olympic riders from across the disciplines, as well as horse racing jockeys and celebrities have shown their support for a major fundraising initiative launched by the team behind Bolesworth and Liverpool International Horse Shows. ‘Equestrian Relief’ is an urgent fundraising campaign to raise...
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BEF Update: Grant funding announcements to support businesses and charities impacted by COVID-19
April 02, 2020
  The current COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has had a significant impact on the equestrian sector. In the past few days, a number of grant funding opportunities have been announced in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to help provide support, some of which may be applicable...
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BEF vaccination update
April 02, 2020
  The British Equestrian Federation, in conjunction with the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) and the British Horseracing Authority (BHA), has approved a proposal regarding the vaccination schedule for equine influenza in competition horses competing under its member bodies. The move has been made in order...
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BD and BS update - 1 April 2020
April 01, 2020
  The status of the coronavirus pandemic continues to evolve in the UK and recent government briefings indicate that a longer period of lockdown is looking increasingly likely. Having individually reviewed the likely impact that this will have on the events calendar over the next two...
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BEF Update - Friday 27 March 2020
March 27, 2020
  The current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is constantly changing and evolving with advice and help from the UK Government issued daily. Over the last 48 hours there have been a number of developments which we wanted to update stakeholders on. Government help for the self-employed Chancellor Rishi Sunak...
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