CHESHIRE HUNT NORTH BRANCH
OF THE PONY CLUB
BEGINNERS ONE DAY EVENT
ODE OPEN TO PONY CLUB & RIDING CLUBMEMBERS
SMALLWOOD LIVERY CENTRE
SMALLWOOD, CHESHIRE, CW11 2XE
by kind permission of Mr & Mrs I Morris
Saturday6th June 2015
This competition is intended to prepare and encourage
members to take part in One Day Eventing. It is strictly for
beginners and genuine Novice partnerships. Winning or being placed at this event
does NOT upgrade competitors from Novice Status.
ENTRIES TO: Liz Sutton, Yew Tree Farm, Bexton Lane, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 9BH.
Tel 0773 6145761. Email
Refreshments will be available
Location: Smallwood Livery Centre is situated 1 mile off the A534 approx 4 miles from Sandbach and 3 miles from Congleton. If accessing from Junction 17 of the M6 head east on the A534 towards Congleton. Go straight over traffic lights where A534 crosses A50. Approx 1 mile after lights take right turn signposted Smallwood & Brookhouse Green (also PC sign). Keep on this lane for approx 1 mile and look out for xc course on left.
CLASS 2 IS OPEN TO PONY CLUB AND RIDING CLUB MEMBERS OF ANY AGE & WILL BE SPLIT ACCORDINGLY.ALL OTHER CLASSES ARE ONLY OPEN TO PONY CLUB MEMBERS
CLASS 1 8 & Under – Beginners lead rein Dressage & Showjumping
Dressage - Pony Club D level 1 Dressage Test (Walk & Trot only) Test can be commanded, (called)
Showjumping – will not exceed 50cms (ALL WELCOME!)
CLASS 2(P.C Level 2)
Height of fences: approx – 80cms (XC & SJ)
Section A–PC members any age not to have represented their branch at Area Novice or above in Show Jumping or Eventing.
Section B–PC members any age, the combination not to have represented their branch at Area Novice or above in Show Jumping or Eventing (Ideal for new combinations and young horses)
Section C – Riding Club members – novice/new combinations
Dressage Test – Pony Club Novice Eventing Test 2013
CLASS 3 Height of fences: approx – 70cms (XC & SJ)
Section A - PC members 13 years & under – Never to have completed a One Day Event.
Section B - PC members 13 years & under – Never placed 1st – 4th in a One DayEvent
Dressage – Pony Club Novice Eventing Test 2013 Test can be commanded, (called)
CLASS 4(P.C Level 1)
Height of fences: approx 60cms (XC & SJ)
Section A - PC members 10 years & under – Never to have completed a One Day Event.
Section B - PC members 10 years & under – Never placed 1st – 4th in a One DayEvent
Section C – (training class) PC members 10 years & under – Never to have completed a One Day Event. XC can have assistance.
Dressage Test – Pony Club Introductory Dressage Test 2007. Test can be commanded, (called)
This event is run under 2015 Pony Club Eventing Rules. All Riding Club members must have
3rd party liability insurance cover. Body protectors & medical armbands must be worn during XC phase.
The Dressage Tests can be downloaded from
Entry Fee for all ODE classes: £45.00. (£35 CHNPC members).Class 1 entry fee – £25.00(£15 CHNPC members)
Please use the official entry form and make cheques payable to ‘CHNPC’. Please write name of rider and class entered on back of cheque.
Entries Close: 31ST May 2015.
Event enquiries: email
PRIZES
CLASS 1Rosette and prize to highest placed CHNPC member.
Rosettes and prizes to the first 6 competitors.
Rosette and prize awarded to best dressage.
CLASS 2Rosettes and prizes to the first 6 competitors in each section, (PC & RC).
Rosette and prize to best CHNPC member in each P.C section.
Rosette and prize awarded to best dressage in each section.
CLASS 3 & 4Rosettes and prizes to the first 6 competitors in each section.
Rosette and prize to best CHNPC member in each section.
Rosette and prize to best 10 & under in each section.
Rosette and prize awarded to best dressage in each section.
ALL PRIZEGIVINGS WILL BE UNMOUNTED AT THE SECRETARY’S MARQUEE.
RIDERS MUST BE DRESSED APPROPRIATELY IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THEIR PRIZE (PC & RC).
Prizes only awarded if the rider is present at the prizegiving.
The organisers reserve the right to amend awards presented.
We are open to suggestions after the Event.
Conditions of entry.
1.This competition will be run in accordance with Pony Club Eventing rules 2015. However it is a BEGINNERS event with emphasis on competitors “learning the ropes” in a fun environment.
2.No practice over any part of the course is allowed at any time for 2 weeks prior. Any rider in breach of this rule will not be allowed to compete at the event, and any entry fees will be forfeited.
3.All PC entries must be signed by the District Commissioner
4.All PC members’ hats must be tagged.
5. AllHorses / Ponies to be at least 5 years old
6.The Chief Stewards decision is final.
The XC course is ready for inspection from Friday 5th June 2015 2pm.
7.Body protectors and medical arm bands must be worn for the cross country
8.All PC Competitors wishing to wear spurs must carry a note of permission from their DC, unless rider has passed the B test Riding section.
9.No entry fee will be refunded after the closing date for entries.Prior to the closing date, refund given if place is filled, minus administration fee.
10. If Air vests are worn, they MUST be over a normal body protector. In the case of a fall, they must fully deflate or be removed before continuing. If an Exo BodyCage is worn, the secretaryMUST be informed and a key left to be given to the medical team.
11. Only horses or ponies competing at the event may be ridden.
10. CANCELLATION –In event of cancellation, all entries will be automatically forwarded to the new re-arranged date for the competition. The safety of riders and horses is of paramount importance to us. However, it is onlyunder extreme conditions that the event will be cancelled. If the event is cancelled £20 (max) from each entry fee will be retained tocover costs incurred. If you believe the event may be at risk of cancellation please either check on the branch website or phone any of the following numbers on Friday 5th June 2015 or Saturday 6th June 2015. Loulie Secker 07767356193 Event number 07872936431
There will not be a farrier in attendance on the day.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
The Organisers of this Event have taken reasonable precautions to ensure the Health & Safety of every person present. For these measures to be effective, everyone must take reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructions of the Organisers, all Officials and Stewards.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY:
Save for death or personal injury caused by negligence of the organisers or anyone for whom they are in law responsible, neither the organisers of this event or the Pony Club, or the agent, employee or representative of these bodies accept any liability for any accident, loss, damage, injury or illness to any horses, riders, owners, spectators, land, cars, their content and accessories or any other person or property whatsoever, whether caused by their negligence, breach of contract or in any way whatsoever
Cheshire Hunt North Branch of the Pony Club
Beginner’s One Day Event Saturday6th June 2015 at Smallwood Livery Centre
Beginner’s ODE Entry Form (please complete a separate entry form for each combination.)
Name of rider ______Age on 1.1.15 (if applicable) ______
Address ______
______Contact details: Tel ______
Email address ______Class entered ______
Name of Horse______Branch of Pony Club or Riding Club ______
If non-PC competitor, please sign to state you have 3rd party liability insurance cover______
Signature of D.C or secretary of visiting branch (If applicable)____________
If class full, would you like to go onto the waiting list? YES / NO (Please circle.)
Entry Fee enclosed ______Confirmation of entry will be made by email or text.
PLEASE PUT NAME OF RIDER AND CLASS ON BACK OF CHEQUE; payable to CHNPC.
Riders please complete section below.
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