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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.
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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:
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Sandons Saddlery
Waller Sawmill’s Ltd
Ellis Timber Ltd
EH Haylage
Equine Products East
Saracens Horse Feeds
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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Holly Milne enjoyed a great few days of competition, ending the Championship Show...
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September 01, 2024
Pippa-Jo Jackson, from Norton, Worcester, has been awarded the latest NAF Shining Star accolade. Pippa-Jo, a member of the British Showjumping Hereford and Worcester Academy, was nominated for the award by her coach Hannah Jackson.
Seven-year-old Pippa-Jo has three ponies that she competes – 18-year-old Brierley...
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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.
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July 02, 2024
We are pleased to let you know that some academy training has been organised at Foxhill Farm EC on Friday 19 July with Michaela Scott (UKCC Level 2).
There will be a session for ponies and a separate session for horses running from 4pm onwards.
Sessions will...
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June 26, 2024
Academy Training Day at Weston Lawns Equestrian on Wednesday 7th August
Team training and selection day before British Showjumping National Championships Academy Team show
2 ridden sessions with UKCC L3 Coaches
Rider fitness
Team building sessions
Allen and Page feed advice/weighing
Matt Millin commentator extraodinaire talk
Day stables available
Cafe open for food and drink
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June 26, 2024
On Friday evening, our Junior Academy had the honour and privilege to visit Bruce Thorpeley’s Irish Draught and rare breed stud.
Many of us were left totally mind blown, not just by the amazing work from Bruce and his team, but also by the reception we...
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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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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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March 19, 2024
British Showjumping Northants/Cambs Academy – Survey Results
For a number of years, Northants Academy training was very well supported. However, the downturn in the UK’s economic climate understandably resulted in a drop in academy bookings and all planned 2023 events were cancelled due to insufficient support.
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March 19, 2024
A fantastic opportunity to train with one of the best, and favourites in the business.
Open to all!
Let Geoff take a look at you and your horse/pony for that all important tune up before the spring season starts.
Get booked in early as this one will be...
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March 19, 2024
The booking link for the April Academy on 10th at Willow Banks EC is now live.
https://horsemonkey.com/.../British+Showjumping+Nott+and...
There will be a rider alignment session with Jess Carr of Blitz training, show jumping with Joanne Burns Firth of JJ Equestrian Services.
Each rider will receive an Easter Egg and the...
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March 18, 2024
A huge thank you to everyone for supporting on Saturday at the Nottinghamshire Area Show held at Golden Valley Equestrian Centre.
Well done to all competitors and the class winners!
Many thanks to all our sponsors:
The Ranch Store Ltd
GH Motors Mansfield
Jameg Shoe Glue
Nottingham Platers
Artisan Bean Co
NM Equestrian
Springfield Irish Horses
Lambley...
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March 18, 2024
Full schedule details can be found on the link below for the forthcoming Hereford and Worcester Academy Team show! The show will take place at Allens Hill on the 25 March and includes a new 60cm didi class!
https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/centre-detail.cfm?shid=10018346&month=3
Rosettes will be awarded 1-6th Teams and Individuals. Sashes and rugs...
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March 18, 2024
Thank you to all who supported the Leicestershire Area Show on 9 March at Newbold Verdon Equestrian Centre. The Committee of volunteers worked extremely hard to put on such a fantastic show which included an accumulator and the Dillis Memorial Stakes.
Every class had additional prizes including...
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March 18, 2024
We are very excited to be able to share with you that Weston Lawns warm up arena has undergone a huge makeover and extension with a brand new drainage system, new membrane, new wax track surface and new fencing.
In addition both competition arenas have also...
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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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November 20, 2023
Congratulations to 8 year old Grace Bennett from Leciestershire who was presented with her KBIS 60cm Junior Club League award this weekend at Pickering Grange.
Grace and her pony Ebony Excel topped the East Midlands 60cm Club League 2023 with 27 points - well done Grace!
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November 13, 2023
THe British Showjumping Leicestershire Comittee will be holding their area show at Newbold Verdon EC on Sunday 19 November.
Bookings via Horse Monkey (Link Below) Cat 2: to include
The Dillis Memorial Stakes Perpetual Trophy - 1.00m Speed and 1.15m Accumulator.
Winners to be awarded rugs, sashes, and...
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November 08, 2023
Please don't forget to get your entries in for Arena UKs Winter Classic shows on 15-18 November and 30 November - 3 December.
Full schedule details can be found on the following link:
https://www.britishshowjumping.co.uk/show-calendar.cfm?showName=Arena+UK®ion=&showFrom=08%2F11%2F2023&showTo=04%2F03%2F2024&showArea=&showType=&showClass=&showCategory=&searchFormBtn=
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October 05, 2023
12 year old Leicestershire based rider Rosie Smith will be in the main ring at Horse of the Year Show 2023 just after midday today, with her own pony Junior, competing in the Blue Chip Pony Newcomers Championship. Rosie has produced this pony herself, from...
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October 05, 2023
The Leicestershire Area Committee have been working hard to put together the Leicestershire Area Show at Newbold Verdon on the 19 November 2023.
There will be rugs and sashes for the class winners as well as goodie bags and a special prize for the top Leicestershire combination.
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October 04, 2023
Leicestershire based rider Mandy Dexter and her own Cavalier Gold will be competing in the NAF Five Star Bronze League Final at day one of the Horse of the Year Show 2023!
We wish this competitive combination all the very best for a successful show.
If you...
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October 04, 2023
We will be loudly cheering for Leicestershire based rider Steve Garrod this evening, who will be competing his own Ufonzo in the Events Through a Lens Talent Seekers inc. 7 Year Old Championship just after 9pm tonight.
14 year old Ufonzo and Steve, have...
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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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July 27, 2023
Entries for Heckington Show British Showjumping classes on 30 July are closing soon.
Ground conditions are good. We have been monitoring rainfall and watering accordingly, in consultation with our course designer.
Over £5,000 prize money and special prizes across the following classes:
Foxhunter / 1.20m Open
1.30m Open
Area Trial
Best Lincolnshire Rider
Rider on...
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July 27, 2023
Another action packed academy day at Willow Banks EC with Joanne Burns Firth and Amanda Routledge.
With the National Academy team competition impending focus was on different competition scenarios. Working on the correct warm up and collecting ring etiquette. Walking the course and planning lines as well as...
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July 27, 2023
A fantastic time had by all at the Leicestershire and Rutland academy camp this week. A fully packed schedule which included ridden sessions, stable management, lecture/demos, course walks and competition.
Thank you to guest speakers and coaches, Richard Seals, Suki Stripp, Ella Jarram, Jennie Sharpe, Joe...
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July 10, 2023
A quick reminder that South View will host one of the final Area Team Qualifiers on the 22nd July 2023, which will provide an opportunity for qualification for the National Championships in early August. For those in the North, Midlands and beyond, this provides a great...
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June 27, 2023
The ground is looking good at Winterton Show and will be watered in the next few days if required!
Last chance to get your entries in -full schedule details can be found on the link below:
https://members.britishshowjumping.co.uk/Scheduling/View/10014930
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June 21, 2023
Please note that entries for the Pony Novice and Discovery second rounds at Golden Valley (24-25 June) close tomorrow. Please get your entries in ASAP via Horse Monkey.
Full schedule details are shown on the link below:
https://members.britishshowjumping.co.uk/.../View/10014896
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June 18, 2023
A total of seven teams came forwards to the Senior Team qualifier at Pickering Grange on the 18 June! The Leicestershire Lions (Jess Chadwick Thomas, Isadora Wadd, Hayley Stevens and Steve Garrod) came first gaining qualification to the National Championships. They were followed by Leicestershire...
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June 10, 2023
Thank you to John Steels and the Leicestershire Area Committee yet again for a fantastic day of academy training.
Some great improvements shown and a wonderful amount of team spirit.
The on foot jump definitely brought out everyone’s competitive side!
Next date: Saturday 8th July. Please see Horse Monkey...
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May 18, 2023
We are delighted to let you know that Naomi McAleese will be the new Area Representative for the Nottinghamshire Area. A huge thank you goes to Nicola Knowles for all her hard work and commitment to the area and we hope that Naomi will continue...
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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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April 18, 2023
The schedule is now available for The Lincolnshire Show 2023. Please note there is a leading combination cash prize of £200 awarded on a points system for the four showjumping classes, kindly awarded by The Lincoln City Council.
Please click on the link below for the...
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March 30, 2022
The NAF Five Star Bronze and Silver League Qualifiers which lead to the North/South Semi Finals later in the year get underway this weekend for those hoping to qualify for the Final which takes place at Horse of the Year Show later in October.
The eight...
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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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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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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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