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John Jacks (August 1934 – April 2025)
April 09, 2025
Sadly, former British Showjumping Chairman John Jacks passed away peacefully on 1 April at the age of 90. John was a well-known horseman who had been involved in horses for his whole life and served as Chairman of British Showjumping in 2003 to 2004.  A respected British...
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March 27, 2025
Following several years of supporting the Suffolk Area, Mia Palles Clark has stepped down from her role as Area Representative to persue an exciting new role at Millfield School.  We would like to take this opportunity to thank Mia for her endless support and dedication to...
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Latest Academy Show results!
March 03, 2025
Thank you to the Norfolk Academy for hosting the latest academy team competition at Forest Edge!It was great to see everyone having a brilliant time.   Thank you once again to all the sponsors and supporters: Area 28 Sandons Saddlery Waller Sawmill’s Ltd Ellis Timber Ltd EH Haylage Equine Products East Saracens Horse Feeds Britten...
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FEI Level 2 Judge exam success!
February 13, 2025
Following an FEI Judges course and exam in Oslo last week, we are pleased to announce that Sacha Ellison and Dan Kehler are now FEI Level 2 Judges! Congratulations to you both!
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Academy Training Dates - Open to all!
February 04, 2025
All academy training dates are now listed on our website and can be booked through Horse Monkey.  Please see link below: https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/datesVenues-academy.cfm Open to members and non-members.  Usually in small groups with those of similar ability! For more information on academies, please see below: https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/training/Academies-1
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Half term training with Notts/Lincs academy
February 04, 2025
Academy training has been arranged for February half term being held at LRAC Kenwick on 20th February. All bookings through Horse Monkey (link below) https://horsemonkey.com/.../Lincs+and+Notts+Academy+Training Rider Alignment with Jess Carr Showjumping with Joanne Burns Firth Start time 2.30pm. Open to members and non members.  Riders will be in small groups of similar...
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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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NAF Shining Star Award for Chloe!
January 20, 2025
Chloe McDonnell, from Uxbridge, Middlesex, has been awarded the latest NAF Shining Star accolade. Chloe, a member of the British Showjumping Beds and Bucks Academy, was nominated for the award by her coach, Claire Darwin. Thrilled to have received the news that she had been nominated...
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Academy schedule released!
January 09, 2025
We are pleased to let you know that the schedule is now finalised for the academy show held at Forest Edge EC 19-20 February 2025! Full schedule details can be found on the link below: https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/centre-detail.cfm?shid=10019144&month=2 All entries to be made by the Academy Coaches via Horse Monkey
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January 09, 2025
Unfortunately due to the adverse weather conditions, Frenches Farm have taken the decision to cancel this weekends show.  Russell Payne, owner of Frenches Farm said 'we understand that this will cause disappointment but we hope everyone understands that the safety of competitors, spectators, horses and ponies...
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2025 Rule Amendments
December 20, 2024
As part of our Rule revisions for 2025 we are implementing the following changes from 1st January 2025. As everyone will be aware there is a strong focus on equine welfare and it is the responsibility of everyone who rides, trains or cares for horses to...
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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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November 12, 2024
The Bedfordshire/Buckinghamshire academy have been working extremely hard to get training dates organised for the remainder of 2024 and 2025! Please see training dates below, all of which will be available to book via Horse Monkey.  Open to all abilities, members and non-members. 2024 14th November at...
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Latest NAF Shining Star!
November 01, 2024
Florene Newstead, from Ely, Cambridgeshire, has been awarded the latest NAF Shining Star accolade. Florence, a member of the British Showjumping Suffolk Academy, was nominated for the award by her coach Mia Palles-Clark. Twelve-year-old Florence says she is very lucky to have two ponies that she...
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Horse of the Year Show 2024!
October 08, 2024
Good Luck to all our combinations who are competing at HOYS this week!  For schedule details and to purchase tickets please see: https://hoys.co.uk/  
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Arena UK Spooktacular entries open soon!
September 23, 2024
One week to go until Junior Spooktacular Entries go on sale for 2024! Entries and stables will open at 9am, Sunday 29th of September, they will be available via Equipe, you can view the class list here now https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/centre-detail.cfm...  
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Academy Championship Round Up
September 01, 2024
Experience, learning, team spirit and most of all, Fun with a capital F; the UNIBED High Performance Equine Bedding Academy Championships returned to Stoneleigh for another year, bringing competitors from nationwide together. Mini Individual Holly Milne enjoyed a great few days of competition, ending the Championship Show...
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Heckington Show
July 22, 2024
Just two days left to get your entries in! Don’t miss out on Heckington Show’s British Showjumping Cat 3 event on Sunday 31 July. There is excellent prize money totalling £4,620 on offer, as well as a special cash prize for most points won across multiple classes. Featuring...
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June 26, 2024
With the Royal Norfolk show now underway we would like to annouce that the Norfolk academy team will be Lola Batch 80cm, Ella Fitz Allen Howard 90cm, Gemma Waller 1.05cm and Ella Cook 1.10. Lots of luck and hopefully we’ll see as many of you there cheering them...
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June 26, 2024
Senior Suffolk riders here's your team opportunity! Saturday 6th July at the Norfolk Show Jumping Club show, we have area team Showjumping qualifier. The team is a 90cm, 1m, 1.10m and 1.15m horse Top 2 teams qualify for the nationals in August. It's on grass and so is the...
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April 23, 2024
Sadly our Northants/Cambs academy coordinator, Alison Tee has decided to step down from her position. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Ali for all her hard work and tremendous support over the years.  We are pleased that Ali will remain as Northants...
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Senior Teams 2024
April 19, 2024
The first senior team qualifier will take place at Pickering Grange on 11 May!   https://www.britishshowjhttps://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/shows_summer_venues.cfmumping.co.uk/shows_summer_venues.cfm   If you are interested in representing your team, please contact the relevant Area Representative (if you are unsure who that is please contact Ruth McKiernan (ruth.mckiernan@britishshowjumping.co.uk) who will be able to advise!   Before...
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February 09, 2024
Thank you to everyone who attended the Annual Norfolk Area Ball on the 19 January, it was a huge sucess.  £750 was raised from the raffle alone and donated to the East Anglian Air Ambulance this week. Thank you as always to Sue Peasley and their...
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Nottinghamshire Area Ball!
January 10, 2024
The Nottinghamshire Area Committee have organised an area ball on the 3 February at Colwick Hall, Notts.  Open to members and non-members. All bookings via Horse Monkey. An opportunity not to be missed, please support!
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Suffolk New Years Eve-Eve Equi Training!
November 27, 2023
Come and join in the fun at Suffolks New Years Eve-Eve Equi Training! The day will include showjumping training, mounted games, team building, horse care games, party food, a mini stable disco and photo shoot! £70 per rider, 30 December from midday at Westley Park, Bury St...
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October 19, 2023
Applications are invited for members to apply for the position of Essex Area Representative and anyone who is interested in applying should send their CV together with a covering letter to: ruth.mckiernan@britishshowjumping.co.uk  Closing Date for Applications:12 noon on 9 November 2023 – Please note this is a voluntary...
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October 03, 2023
Good Luck to all those competing at HOYS this week.  We would be delighted to hear your HOYS stories and achievements! Please email details and photos to ruth.mckiernan@britishshowjumping.co.uk 
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August 21, 2023
Dan Kehler has recently stepped down from his position as Essex Area Representative.  We would like to thank Dan for all his hard work over the years especially with the Area Show.  Applications are invited for members to apply for the position of Essex Area Representative and anyone...
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John Ledingham Clinic 24-25 July
July 13, 2023
Irish Showjumping legend John Ledingham is coming to Suffolk on 24th and 25th July. Westley Park Equestrian and British Showjumping, Suffolk (29) are delighted to host this clinic. Overnight stabling is available. Come training for 1 or 2 days for young horses, and horses jumping from 1m to...
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Norfolk Showjumping Club 7-9 July
June 26, 2023
Norfolk Showjumping Club will be running 7- 9 July on The Norfolk Showground.  Hosting a number of classes including Equissage Pulse Senior British Novice second round, Nupafeed Supplements Senior Discovery second round, Pony British Novice and Discovery second rounds, Senior Team qualifier and Just For...
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Royal Norfolk Ground Preparation and Close of Entry details!
June 12, 2023
Final chance to get your equine entries in for Royal Norfolk! The irrigators are watering the equine rings 24/7, the Showground is looking fantastic and the organisers can’t wait to welcome you all to the Royal Norfolk Show in a few weeks! Don’t miss your chance to compete. Final...
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Senior Area Teams
May 18, 2023
Senior Team qualifiers get underway this weekend!  If you are interested in representing your Area, please get in touch with your Area Representative or your Development Officer (Ruth McKiernan - ruth.mckiernan@britishshowjumping.co.uk) A list of the team qualifiers can be seen on the link below and...
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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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British Showjumping Academy Clothing Range
September 09, 2021
Be part of it with the British Showjumping Academy Clothing Range available now from our online shop https://bit.ly/2PxBw4B #britishshowjumping #academyclothing #onlineshopping #teamwork #alwayslearning #clothing
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Izabella Rogers takes the Pony Foxhunter Masters Title
August 05, 2021
  13 year-old Izabella Rogers from Chelmsford riding Neil 55, known as Neil at home, were the well-deserved winners of the Pony Foxhunter Masters earlier today at the British Showjumping National & Academy Championships being run at the NAEC, Stoneleigh. The combination displayed true showmanship navigating...
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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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Fireworks as Ben Maher and Explosion W take Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix win in Valkenswaard
June 05, 2021
  The return of Explosion W set the Longines Global Champions Tour on fire today with a formidable win for Ben Maher and the superstar gelding, whom he jointly owns with Charlotte Rossetter and Pamela Wright, in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix of Valkenswaard...
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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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PONY OF THE YEAR SHOW 2021
May 04, 2021
  Henry Squibb is flying high in 2021 and just two weeks after landing the Charles Britton Equestrian Construction Winter Classic JA Championship with Emily Fenn’s Kilcurry Dawn, the pair commanded victory in the feature POYS JA grand prix at its new Arena UK venue. For the first...
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British Showjumping Springboard 138cm Final
April 19, 2021
  Tilly Dickinson-Gaunt, aged 12 from Saffron Walden, remained cool-headed despite the pressure to post the only clear round in the jump-off to land the Springboard 138cm final with her mother Faye Gaunt’s Airbourne Freddie.  It made her journey from her Essex base to the Winter Pony...
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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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