Qualifying Wording
Bliss of London Novice Winter Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses in grade C which have not won a total of 125 points, (unless Age Rule applies), to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members.
Start Height 90cm
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships. There will be dual qualification of double clears for the Senior British Novice second round (Age rule applies).
This class can be scheduled with an open. In the event of 30 starters or more the competition would be split into two if held at a Category 2 show this class will be split regardless of starters. Horses may compete in one section only.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
Joshua Jones UK Winter Discovery Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses in grade C which have not won a total of 225 points, (unless Age Rule applies), to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members.
Start Height 1m
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships. There will be dual qualification of double clears for the Nupafeed Supplements Discovery second round. (Age rule applies).
This class can be scheduled with an open. In the event of 30 starters or more, the competition would be split into two if held at a Category 2 show this class will be split regardless of starters. Horse may compete in one section only.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
Blue Chip Joint Care Power Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses in grade C which have not won a total of 375 points, (unless Age Rule applies), to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members.
Start Height 1.10m
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified , held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships. There will be dual qualification of double clears for the Senior Newcomers second round. (Age rule applies).
This class can be scheduled with an open. In the event of 30 starters or more, the competition would be split into two. Horses may compete in one section only.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
Blue Chip Calming Performance Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses in grade C which have not won a total of 700 points, (unless Age Rule applies), to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members.
Start Height 1.20m
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships. There will be dual qualification of double clears for the Senior Foxhunter second round. (Age rule applies)
This class can be scheduled with an open. In the event of 30 starters or more, the competition would be split into two. Horses may compete in one section only.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
Blue Chip Dynamic B & C Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses in Grades B&C to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior members.
To be run as a handicap class, the Grade B Start Height is 1.30m and the Grade C Start Height is 1.25m.
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships.
Qualified Grade C horses which upgrade after qualification will compete in the Grade C section of the final. However, if they qualify again as a Grade B, they will compete in the Grade B section of the final. There will be dual qualification of double clears for the National B&C Handicap Championship.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
Cheval Liberte 1.25m Winter Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members.
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships.
Start Height 1.25m
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
Equiyd Ruby Championship - Qualifier
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members, excluding any rider listed on the British Showjumping Gold League as of 31st March 2026, and any Horse/Rider combination listed on the British Showjumping Silver League as of the 31st March 2026.
Start Height 90cm
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
The Seaver Diamond Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members excluding any rider listed on the British Showjumping Gold League as of 31st March 2026, or any Horse/Rider combination listed on the British Showjumping Silver League as of 31st March 2026.
Start Height 1m
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
The WB Equiline Star Championship - Qualifier
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members excluding any rider listed on the British Showjumping Gold League as of 31st March 2026.
Start Height 1.10m
The first 8 horses qualify for the final disregarding those already qualified, held at the Blue Chip Winter Championships.
NB: Qualified riders who register their details will receive the Championship schedule when it's available - http://www.bluechipchamps.co.uk/qualification/
The Evoke Under 25 British Championship Final
This class is for qualified horse / rider combinations.
The five riders from the Junior team at the FEI European Championships 2026
• The five riders from the Young Rider team at the FEI European Championships 2026
• Five Under 25 riders that have competed on any Senior Nations Cup or Senior European Championships (To be selected following the final Senior Nations Cup of 2026).
* If there are more than five riders eligible for qualification through this route, the riders results from the Nations Cup competitions will be taken into consideration and spaces will be decided by the Performance Manager. Double clears, single clears and 4 faults will take priority and 5* and Division 1 Nations Cups will take president over 4*/3* and EEF. If any of the 5 selected riders are unable to attend the place will pass down to any other U25 riders from senior teams based on Nations Cup results or revert to a wild card allocated by the Performance Manager.
• The top three Under 25 combinations (disregarding those riders already qualified) from the Under 25 British Championship Qualifier at the following Winter Classic Shows** -
• Aintree International Equestrian Centre - 1 to 4 October 2026
• Kelsall Hill 29 October to 1 November 2026
• Morris Equestrian 12 to 15 November 2026
** Combinations must have jumped for 4 faults or less in the first round of the qualifier. Any places not filled will become Wildcards to be allocated by the Performance Manager.
• One wildcard to be awarded by the Performance Manager based on combinations results throughout 2026
Scottish Branch 1m Amateur Championship
For registered riders who will be aged 12 years and over in the current calendar year that are in the Bronze league from 1st October 2025 and eligible for qualification to the Bronze league Semi-Finals and Championship 2026. Bronze league riders also in the concurrent Silver leagues are not eligible for this class. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Amateur Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch Indoor Open Championship
For registered horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Indoor Open Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch Central Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Central Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch South West Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch South West Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch South East Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch South East Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch North East Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch North East Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch North West Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch North West Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch Outdoor Open Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Outdoor Open Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch Two Fence Challenge Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Puissance Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch Young Riders Championship
For registered horses in Grades A, B & C. Ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. For riders aged 25 years & under. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Young Riders Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch Grade C Championship
For registered Grade C Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Grade C Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch Veterans Championship
For registered horses to be ridden by members 45 years and over in the current year who have not competed in classes above 1.30m in the current year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch Veterans Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch 1.20m Open Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch 1.20m Open Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch 1..20m Indoor Championship
For registered Horses to be ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch 1.20m Indoor Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.
Scottish Branch 1.10m Amateur Championship
For registered horses in Grades A, B & C. Ridden by Adult, Associate or Junior Members who will be aged 12 years or over in the current calendar year. Riders on the Gold League between September 2025 & September 2026 are excluded from this competition. Riders who have ever competed as a team member of a Senior International Team, (Nations Cup, World, European Championship & Olympic Games are not eligible. Junior Riders & Young Riders who have ever competed in a Nations Cup, International & European Championships in the last 5 years are not eligible. Excluding Veteran & Home Pony Teams). The winner on the day will receive the rosette, winnings and points. The Scottish Branch 1.10m Amateur Championship Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Scottish rider registered & residing in Scotland at the Awards Ball in 2026.