SCHEDULE AND LIST OF PRIZES175th ANNUAL EXHIBITION

Of theLIGHT HORSE & PONY SECTION

AtAyr Racecourse, Craigie Road

(Gate ‘A’), Ayr KA8 0HA onFRIDAY 11th and SATURDAY 12th MAY 2018

SecretaryMrs Lorraine Murdoch Light Horse DepartmentAyr County Show Tel 0845 201 1460Gibbs Yard Steading www.ayrcountyshow.co.uk Auchincruive lorrainem@ayrcountyshow.co.uk Ayr Charity No SCO14868KA6 5HW Company Ltd by Guarantee No SC300530

Chief Steward – Miss Jennifer GarlandCommentator – Mrs Sheila Thom

POSTAL ENTRIES CLOSE – 6th April 2018ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE – 16th April 2018

LATE ENTRIESTAKEN ON THE DAY - DOUBLE THE ENTRY FEE

Chaps Affiliation No. 18055 / NPS Affiliation No. S1.066BSPS Affiliation No. 18 - 003

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Caledonian Showing ChampionshipsThe Caledonian Showing Championships are now well established in the showing calendar and will once again give 2018 competitors the opportunity to compete at a top-level Championship Final in Scotland.Evening Performances, loads of bling and razzmatazz .... everything an end of season Championship should have!

This year’s show will be held atHighfield @ Howe, near Ladybank, Fife on 13/14 October 2018

This Show is a qualifier and every horse & pony placed 1st and 2nd in all In hand, Ridden Showing classes (not fun classes) & Working Hunter/Pony classes will qualify to compete in any appropriate class at the Finals. Qualification will be from placings, no qualification cards will be awarded in the ring, and no qualification can go down the line. Qualification is for the Horse & Pony except for Adult/Young Handler classes, where the Handler qualifies.All qualified horses and ponies will be listed on the Caledonian Showing Show’s website www.caledonianchampionships.webs.com where you will also find a regularly updated list of qualifying shows as well as a wealth of other information.

BHS Scotland / The Eastern BMW – Working Hunter Series 2018The course: At least 8 and not more than 12 fences, with changes of direction, must be set in a ring large enough to permit jumping fluently at a fair hunting pace. Fences should be rustic or as natural as possible, not easily dislodged, of solid appearance, well filled and with shrubs as wings. Maximum height 3ft 6ins (1.05m), maximum spread 3ft 9ins (1.12m), except open ditch and water. The course should be set at, or near, maximum unless the judge considers that the ground makes this unsafe. Normally at least one upright and one spread must be at maximum. Qualification: The first THREE qualify for the final, even if they did not jump clear. If one of the first three has already qualified the qualifying card can be passed down to fourth place provided the 4th placed rider jumped clear. To compete at the FINAL riders must be a BHS Member and this must be registered prior to the date of the final.

Blair Castle Working Hunter Pony ChampionshipsClass numbers 81-83 are qualifiers. Ponies placed first to fourth in each class will qualify for the Championships held at Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair on Thursday 23rd August 2018. Qualification may go down to sixth place if higher placed ponies have previously qualified.

CHAPS (UK)This show is affiliated to the Coloured Horse & Pony Society (UK). Affiliation No. 18055. Both owner and the rider/exhibitor need not be a member of CHAPS (UK) nor must the horse or pony be registered with CHAPS (UK) to compete. However, in order to Qualify both Owner and Rider/Exhibitor need to be a current showing member and present their valid Qualifier card IN THE RING for signing by the judge. The CHAPS (UK) Championship Show will be held on 30th August – 01st September 2018. Members to apply in writing to CHAPS (UK) for appropriate qualifier card.The following classes (23-27) are CHAPS (UK) Qualifiers. For full rulings and information on competition/qualification, please refer to the CHAPS (UK) Members’ Handbook; or visit www.chapsuk.com for rulings.All Stallions, 4 years old and over entering these classes must be graded with CHAPS (UK). All stallions must wear Stallion ID Discs in the ring without exception.

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NB CHAPS (UK) Qualification Cards – the judge must sign all qualification cards in the ring at the time of the competition. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to obtain from CHAPS (UK) Admin, and to carry, their Qualification and Membership Cards.Chaps Affiliated Show Number: 18055

Ingliston Elite Showing Championship SeriesIngliston Elite is a new, prestigious, showing championship for Scotland and the UK.The finals will be held within Ingliston Grand Slam, at Ingliston Country Club, Bishopton, Renfrewshire. Saturday 22nd September 2018

Excellent prize fund of £350 for each final- 1st- 3rd

£1000 to the overall Elite Champion…Winner takes all!

Elite HuntersElite Riding HorsesElite Cobs

This Show is a qualifier and every horse placed 1st to 3rd in all specified classes will qualify to compete in the appropriate class at the Finals. Qualification will be from placings, no qualification cards will be awarded in the ring, and no qualification can go down the line.All qualified horses will be listed on the Ingliston Elite Show’s page on our website. www.ingliston.com/facebook page.

Veteran Horse Society – QUALIFIER 2018.This show is a qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final: SCOTTISH VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2018Kindly Sponsored by Allen & Page.Each VHS affiliation in Scotland now holds a PRE-QUAL Supreme Final qualificationThere is no 2nd round each show has the same qualifying status.Open to members and non-members. However, only Members may go forward to the Championship of the day. VHS Membership to be applied for no later than 1 week prior to this show, to avoid disappointment.

VHS Scottish Supreme (Pre-Judging) Final qualification. ONLY MEMBERS placed 1st to 2nd in each age category will go to the Veteran Championships of the Day. In all classes - if competitors placed 1st or 2nd are not Members qualification will be given to 3rd & 4th providing they are Members. Qualification will not go lower than 4th place. If the Champion or Reserve has qualified then 2nd or 3rd reserve may take qualification.

All competitors and grooms must adhere to VHS Rules in all circumstances. Failure to do so may result in immediate disqualification.

Champions and Reserve Both In-hand and Ridden must have their showing card signed by the judge in the ring as proof of qualification. This will qualify through the pre-judging of the Supreme. Competitors to present their Show Card to the judge for qualification. Should the Championship be combined the top 2 ridden and top 2 in-hand go forward.

Mountain & Moorland. The highest placed Mountain and Moorland in each class will receive entry to the pre-judging of the Mountain & Moorland Supreme Final . Providing they are Members. This may-be carried down to 4th place. To be registered with a Breed Society holding a currently Breed Society passport.

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Young Rider Championship qualification. A Young Rider qualification will be awarded to the young rider of the Judge’s choice, entitling them to enter the Young Rider Championship Prior to the Supreme Final This award is given at the Judge’s discretion. Non Members to receive an orange card. One qualification per ridden age category. Members to have their show card signed.

NPS (The National Pony Society) – Affiliation Number: S1.066NPS Qualifying Rounds: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. Ponies must be registered in the main body of their respective Mountain & Moorland Stud Books. Part breds are not eligible for Mountain & Moorland Classes. To compete in Show Pony and Show Hunter Pony classes ponies must be registered in the NPS British Riding Pony Stud Book, Register, Appendix, International or Sports Pony section of the BRPSB, the GSB, the AHSB, the AASB or in the main body of their respective Mountain & Moorland Stud Books. Part-Breds are not eligible unless entered in the NPS British Riding Pony Stud Book, Register, Appendix, International or Sports Pony section of the BRPSB.Qualifying rounds for most NPS competitions are open to ponies owned by NPS members and non-members but only ponies owned by adult NPS Qualifying or Life members are eligible to qualify for the final of the competition at the NPS Summer Championship Show at Malvern from 31st July -2nd August 2018The highest placed pony, if owned by an NPS member, in each class will qualify for the final. Qualification may pass down to third place if the first and second ponies are already qualified. NPS/Rosettes Direct Home Produced Ridden Championship - Riders of Home Produced ponies (see definition in the NPS Rules Book) can wear a white arm band in classes where this is indicated. These ponies, if owned by NPS members, are then eligible to qualify for the final at the NPS Summer Championship Show. The Owner’s Membership cards MUST be produced in the ring when requested or the qualification will be forfeit.

The NPS/HIGHBROOK STUD M&M In Hand Summer Championship (MM-IH)Classes 36-39 are open to pure bred registered M&M ponies in the main body of their studbook. Owner’s membership cards must be shown in the ring to receive qualifications. Foals are not eligible.

NPS Silver Medal Rosette Championship: These classes are judged under the Rules of the NPS. NPS Silver Medal Rosettes are only awarded when the owner of the champion pony is a Qualifying or Life member of the NPS. A valid membership card must be in the rider’s/handler’s possession on entering the ring and be produced immediately on request by either the judge or the steward. If the owner of the Champion pony is not a member, or the owner’s membership card is not immediately produced, the rosette may be awarded to the Reserve Champion provided they have the required membership card. If the Champion pony has previously qualified it is still entitled to the Silver Medal Rosette but the qualification card goes to the Reserve Champion pony, provided the owner of that pony is a member of the NPS. The Silver Medal Rosette and the qualification card can be awarded no lower than first Reserve (third). Foals are not eligible for Silver Medal Championships. Qualifiers are entitled to compete in the final of the Silver Medal Rosette Championship to be held at the NPS Summer Championship Show 31st July – 2nd August 2018.

NPS/KILMANNAN STUD M&M In Hand Silver Medal Rosette Championship (SM-MMIH): A Silver Medal Rosette is offered by the National Pony Society for the best registered pony owned by an NPS Qualifying or Life member in the M&M In Hand section. The Sponsor’s Rosette is also awarded to the pony receiving the qualification. Membership cards must be presented in the ring to receive the medal and/or the qualification.Qualifiers are entitled to compete in either the NPS / Kilmannan Stud M&M In-Hand Silver Medal Rosette Championship to be held at the NPS Summer Championship Show in Malvern, or at the Championship Show in Scotland. Qualifiers may only compete in one Kilmannan final.

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NPS SCOTLAND QUALIFIERS1. NPS Scotland/ Townhead Pet N Pony In Hand M & M or Breed Championship (From 2 or more classes)2. NPS Scotland/Kilmannan Stud Novice Ridden M. & M. Pony3. NPS Scotland/Baileys Horse Feeds Open Ridden M. & M. Pony4. NPS Scotland/Kingfisher Building Products Open M. & M. WHP5. NPS Scotland NFU Mutual Open In-hand Riding Pony/Hunter Pony

This show is a qualifying round for the above finals which will be held at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018.

The rules for these competitions are as follows:1. Ponies may only qualify once for each NPS Scotland Competition Final. Ponies that take

a second qualifier for the same section will not be allowed to enter the final.2. All Mountain & Moorland Ponies must be registered in the main body of their respective

stud book. Part bred, X registered ponies, ponies in the appendices of their main stud book and Eriskays are not eligible.

3. Qualification in the M. & M In Hand Section may go to 3rd in the Championship. All others may go to no lower than 4th place.4. A Judge is not obliged to award an NPS Scotland Finals qualification if he/she feels that

the pony is not of a sufficient standard5. Closing Dates for Entries: Competitors qualifying at Shows held before Monday 4th June 2018 must send their

qualifying cards and entries in by Thursday 28th June 2018. Shows after 5th June 2018 adhere to a closing date of 1st August 2018 and Late Entries

will NOT be accepted. Competitors that qualify at late shows after the 1st August 2018 are required to email the secretary and send in the qualifying cards within 3 days of the show.

6. Cavasson nosebands are the only nosebands permitted in flat ridden classes.7. Entry for the Finals can only be made by sending the official card duly signed by the

Judge at the time of qualifying with your entry form. 8. The OWNER must be or become a member of NPS Scotland before entering the Finals.9. All ridden ponies must be shown off the lead rein except in the specified Lead Rein

Qualifier Class.10. In Mountain and Moorland classes riders of stallions must be 12 years old or over when

riding small breeds (Shetland, Dartmoor, Exmoor, Welsh A & B). For large breeds (Highland, Fell, Dales, Connemara, New Forest, Welsh C & D) riders of stallions must be 14 years old or over.

11. A child must have attained their 12th birthday as of the 1st January in the current year to either strip or lunge pony at a NPS show, except for stallions where age will same as in the Rule Book to ride a stallion.

12. Handlers of stallions or colts must be 14 years old or over. 13. Handlers of ponies in In Hand classes aged 14 years and under must wear a correctly

secured skull caps/riding hat that meets the current standards.14. The Final will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th

August 2018.

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BRITISH SHOW PONY SOCIETY Affiliation No 18 - 003509 This Show is affiliated to the British Show Pony Society (BSPS), Affiliation No 18 - 003,

and all persons entering, competing showing or otherwise taking part in BSPS classes, whether or not members of the BSPS, are subject to the Rules of the BSPS including the disciplinary procedures, and shall be deemed to have consented to the jurisdiction of the BSPS.

515 This Show is a qualifier for the BSPS BLUE RIBAND PONY OF THE YEAR, the 1st. and 2nd. prize-winners in the Lead Rein, First Ridden OR Open Show Pony OR Open Working Hunter Pony OR Open Show Hunter Pony OR Open Intermediate WH. SRT and SH Classes will qualify.

516 This Show is a qualifier for the BSPS CHALLENGE, :-Open Lead Rein, First Ridden, Show Pony, SHP, WHP, Int and Heritage M&M Lead Rein, First Ridden, Ridden & WHP. Animals must qualify for the Challenge by attending any B.S.P.S. affiliated Show and competing in the appropriate class. Ponies must not have qualified for the 2018 Horse of The Year Show in the appropriate class.

517 This Show is a qualifier for the BSPS Premier League, the 1st. 2nd. 3rd. & 4th placed ponies in the Lead Rein and First Ridden,128cms., 138cms. and 148cms. Show Pony, Lead Rein Hunter Type, 122cms., 133cms., 143cms. and 153cms. Show Hunter Pony, Cradle and Nursery Stakes, 133cms., 143cms. and 153cms. Working Hunter Pony, Intermediate Show Riding, Show Hunter and Working Hunter classes and the Open Heritage Lead Rein, First Ridden, Open Heritage Ridden Small, A& B & C & D’s and Large Breeds and the Open Heritage WHP classes, and 1st to 4th in Mixed Height Open Classes.

518 This Show is a qualifier for the R.I.H.S. Only one pony in each of the three Open (Except Royal Windsor Horse Show – The highest placed pony not already qualified will qualify), Show Pony OR Nursery Stakes OR Open W.H.P. OR Lead Rein Hunter Type, OR Open S.H.P. Classes, OR Lead Rein Class OR First Ridden Class OR Open Intermediate S.R., S.H., and W.H. OR Mixed Height Pretty Polly Show Pony, Pretty Polly Mixed Height SHP, Pretty Polly Int SRT/SH Pretty Polly Heritage Mixed Breeds Ridden, Heritage M&M Pretty Polly Lead Rein, First Ridden, OR Open Heritage Lead Rein and First Ridden, Open Heritage Ridden OR the Anglo and Part Bred classes qualifies, and the highest placed, (not already qualified), from the first THREE ponies placed in each class will qualify.

N.B. THE R.I.H.S. QUALIFICATION IS SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION FROM B.S.P.S. HEAD OFFICE.

519 This Show is a qualifier for the BSPS Champion of Champions, the Champion Mini Show Pony, the Champion Mini WHP, the Champion Open Show Pony, the Champion Open WHP/WH., the Champion Open SHP the Champion Open Intermediate. In Mixed height classes the first prize winner will qualify.

519a THE HERITAGE WOW FACTOR Open to ponies that have been placed First in Heritage affiliated Open/Restricted classes during the Winter and Summer seasons to qualify for the “Winner of Winners” at the B.S.P.S. Summer Championship show. In Mixed height classes the first prize-winner will qualify.

521 This show is a qualifier for the BSPS Best Rider of the Year. The Best Rider in the Open Lead Rein, First Ridden, Open Lead Rein Hunter Type, 128cms. 138cms. and 148cms. Show Pony, the 122cms. 133cms. 143cms. and 153cms. SHP., the Cradle and Nursery Stakes, the 133cms. 143cms. and 153cms. WHP., the Intermediate Show Riding Type, Show Hunter, Working Hunter classes and Open Heritage Lead Rein, First Ridden and to the best rider 25years and under in the Heritage Ridden and WHP classes will receive a Card and qualify for the final at the B.S.P.S. Summer Championships Show.

522 Owners and riders must be B.S.P.S. Members before the date of the show to qualify in classes with qualification for BLUE RIBAND, R.I.H.S., (including Pretty Polly and 6 Heritage qualifying classes), and OLYMPIA., and animals must be registered with the

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B.S.P.S. except for the Anglo and Part Bred Arabs who must be registered with the AHS. Membership forms and payment must be received in the office no later than the last working day (Monday to Friday) prior to the date of the qualifying show. (see Rule 22)

524 This Show is a qualifier for the 2018 B.S.P.S. Championships Show, to be held at Arena UK. The 1st and 2nd prize winners only in the following classes, (State the Class numbers), and the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Prize-winners in the Open Intermediate S.R.T. (including Mixed height) W.H. and S.H.T. and C.S. and Heritage Classes will qualify, in MIXED HEIGHT CLASSES the 1st. 2nd. 3rd. and 4th. placed ponies will qualify for the B.S.P.S. Championships Show, provided the animal is registered in accordance with Rules 21 and 26 and ridden by a B.S.P.S. member.

HatsIn ALL Classes, correctly secured British Standard Skull Caps/Riding Hats, numbers All PAS015, VG1, (BS)EN1384 2017, ASTM F1163 04a onwards, SNELL E2001, SNELL E2016 AS/NZS 3838 2003 onwards, MUST be worn by riders at all times when mounted. Hats should have a plain cover either Black, Navy Blue, Brown, Grey or Green. Velvet covers are encouraged.BSPS SCOTLAND ACCEPTS NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY INJURY ARISING FROM A FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS REGULATION. HAT CHECKS FOR COMPLIANCE WILL BE MADE.

Height CertificateNew ruling regarding pony registrations, a height certificate is no longer required for Membership unless it is a HOYS, RIHS, Olympia or Blue Riband qualification. Rules 5 and 21 in the Rule book explains the new ruling.

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Friday ClassesWORKING HUNTERS

Course builder – Mr G Barclay, FalkirkJudges – Mrs Rosemary Hetherington, North Yorkshire (C) &

Ms Alice Greenwood, Dumfriesshire (R)

WORKING HUNTER SECTION IS SPONSORED BYLYNCH HOMES

Marking System: To be judged 60% for jumping performance, 40% as for Hunter Classes. The Jumping to be judged 40% actual jumping and 20% style and presence. Ride and conformation 40%. Fences to a minimum of six in number. No change of rider or tack will be allowed. The manner of going to be taken into account. Refusals to be severely penalised. Penalties: 1st Refusal - 15; 2nd Refusal - 20; 3rd Refusal - Elimination; Knockdown - 10; Fall of Horse or Rider - Elimination. (As copied from Rule Book).

Class 1 Novice Working Hunter for horses exceeding 148cm. Not to have won a first prize at any show, including BSPS. Max fence height 2’9”.

Class 2 Intermediate Working Hunter for horses exceeding 148cm. Max fence height 3’.

Class 3 Working Hunter for horses exceeding 148cm. Max fence height 3’3”.

Class 4 Open Working Hunter – The BHS Scotland/The Eastern BMW Working Hunter Series 2018.

Open to horses 15hh and over, 4yo and over. Riders 18 years old or over. Judged in line with Sports Horse Breeding of GB rules (www.sporthorsegb.co.uk). The course: At least 8 and not more than 12 fences, with changes of direction, must be set in a ring large enough to permit jumping fluently at a fair hunting pace. Fences should be rustic or as natural as possible, not easily dislodged, of solid appearance, well filled and with shrubs as wings. Maximum height 3ft 6ins (1.05m), maximum spread 3ft 9ins (1.12m), except open ditch and water. The course should be set at, or near, maximum unless the judge considers that the ground makes this unsafe. Normally at least one upright and one spread must be at maximum.

“Blair Castle International Horse Trials and Country Fair Qualifier: The first THREE prize winners will qualify for the final in August 2018 at Blair Castle International Horse Trials, even if they did not jump clear. If one of the first three has already qualified the qualifying card can be passed down to fourth place provided they jumped clear. To be eligible to compete at the final either the owner or rider of the horse must be a member of the BHS.” Further information on www.bhsscotland.org.uk

Working Hunter Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in classes 1-4 to compete. SILVER PERPETUAL TROPHY: presented by the late Col W T R Houldsworth, Bart for the Best Working Hunter

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Friday ClassesDRIVING CLASSES

Judge – Mr J Carnduff, Northern IrelandConcours d’Élègance Judge – Mrs J Carnduff, Northern Ireland

1. Classes 6 & 7 are qualifiers for the 2018 Osborne Refrigerators BDS National Championships at Driving Addington. The highest placed turnout owned and driven by a member of the British Driving Society and eligible

for the following Type-Sections disregarding those already qualified down to 6th place in the class will qualify for the 2018 Semi-Finals at Driving Addington. The Championship will immediately follow the Semi-Finals.

Type-Section/s c -Single non-hackney-type (excluding purebred Reg Welsh) over 13.2hh d -Single non-hackney-type (excluding purebred Reg Welsh) 13.2hh & under m- Single, Pair or Tandem Turnout driven to a four-wheel exercise vehicle2. This is a Victoria Food Company Open Private Driving Championship Qualifier.

The Champion will qualify for the Grand Final to be held on Sunday 9th September 2018 at Wellington Riding Centre, Heckfield, Hook, Hampshire. In the event that the champion has already qualified, then the reserve champion to qualify. If the reserve has also qualified, the rosette to be awarded back to the Champion. Once qualified, the horse, whip and vehicle may not be changed.

Class 5 Concours d’Élègance – If sufficient entries are forward, the class will be divided (at the judge’s discretion) into two or more sections. The judge has the sole authority to transfer any animal from one section to another. Open to singles, pairs, multiples to a traditional type vehicle. The essence of the class is the word ‘elegance’ and the winner will be the turnout, which, in the opinion of the Judge, presents the most elegant effect. To include vehicle, horse, driver, passenger etc. but above all the general impression. Attention may be paid to driver’s/passengers’ personal costume, but fancy dress or period costume is definitely barred. The whole object of the class is to establish which turnout presents the most pleasing picture and normal judging criteria does not apply. It is judged from a distance and vehicles are NOT closely inspected. To be driven at park pace.

Class 6 Private Driving Class – Horse or pony, 4 years old or over, driven to a traditional or traditional type vehicle. A traditional vehicle means a vehicle of traditional profile and identifiable type to resemble the design of a carriage built prior to the First World War. The vehicle may be made from modern materials but must have traditional style springing and carriage lamps. Pneumatic tyred vehicles, trade turnouts and show wagons are not eligible. (Osborne Refrigerators Qualifier above for type sections (c) & (d).

Class 7 Exercise Vehicle Class – 2 o r 4 W h e e l e d Ve h i c l e s - Open to horses & ponies, 4 years old or over. A single, pair or tandem driven to a carriage of non- traditional type design and includes those with pneumatic tyres specifically designed for carriages (i.e. not car tyres). Lamps need not be carried. Judging will include general cleanliness, safety of turnout, correct fitting of harness and vehicle suitability. (Osborne Refrigerators Qualifier above for type sections (m).

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Friday ClassesHORSES IN HAND

Judges – Ms Jennifer Gilchrist, Lanarkshire

HORSES IN HAND SECTION IS SPONSORED BYWEIPERS CENTRE EQUINE HOSPITAL

School of Veterinary Medicine, College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences University of Glasgow, Bearsden Road,

Glasgow, G61 1QH

NB - Classes may be SPLIT if sufficient entries are received.

Class 8 HORSE IN HAND, mare or gelding, four years or over. Special rosette for best foal.

Class 9 HORSE IN HAND, Yearling, 2 or 3-year-old (Colt, Filly or Gelding)(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Class 10 SPORTS HORSE, Any Age, over 148cm – suitable for dressage, show jumping or eventing

Hunters in hand Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 8-10 to compete.

SILVER PERPETUAL TROPHY: presented by the late J W Alexander, for the Best Animal in the Hunters In-Hand Classes.

NB - Overall Hunter Championship - Ridden Hunter & Cob Champion & Reserve plus the In-Hand Hunter Champion & Reserve to compete for the Champion Cup.CHAMPION CUP: presented by the late R L Angus, Ladykirk, Monkton. Won outright by the late John Bannantyne, Drumalbin, Biggar, and represented by him to the Association for annual competition for the Best Animal in the Hunter Classes.

Special Prizes kindly donated by NorviteOverall Hunter Champion will receive voucher for 1x5L NeofloOverall Hunter Reserve Champion will receive voucher for 1x2.5L Neoflo

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Friday ClassesRIDDEN HUNTERS & COB

Judges – Ms Jennifer Gilchrist, Lanarkshire (C) & Mr Stephen McKay, Glasgow (R)

RIDDEN HUNTERS & COB SECTION IS SPONSORED BYJET SET SADDLERY & COUNTRYWEAR

6a Ploughlands, Dundonald, Kilmarnock, Ayrshire, KA2 9BT

This Show is a qualifier for the:

Ingliston Elite Showing Championship SeriesIngliston Elite is a new, prestigious, showing championship for Scotland and the UK. The finals will be held within Ingliston Grand Slam, at Ingliston Country Club, Bishopton, Renfrewshire on Saturday 22nd September 2018.

Excellent prize fund of £350 for each final- 1st- 3rd & £1000 to the overall Elite Champion…Winner takes all!

Elite Hunters / Elite Riding Horses / Elite Cobs

This Show is a qualifier and every horse placed 1st to 3rd in all specified classes will qualify to compete in the appropriate class at the Finals. Qualification will be from placings, no qualification cards will be awarded in the ring, and no qualification can go down the line.All qualified horses will be listed on the Ingliston Elite Show’s page on our website. www.ingliston.com/facebook page.

Class 11 Novice Hunter – 4 years old and over; exceeding 148cms; not to have won a first prize in any open class before 1st January in current year.

Class 12 Hunter to carry up to 13 stones – mare or gelding, four years old or over.

Class 13 Hunter to carry over 13 stones – mare or gelding, four years old or over.

Class 14 Small Hunter – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 14.2hh but not to exceed 15.2hh.

Class 15 Cob – 4 years old and over; exceeding 148cms.

Ridden Hunter & Cob Championship – 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in classes 11-15 to compete. CHALLENGE TROPHY: presented by Col Bryce M Knox, MC TD DL Martnaham, Lodge, Ayr, for the Best Ridden Hunter.

NB - Overall Hunter Championship - Ridden Hunter & Cob Champion & Reserve plus the In-Hand Hunter Champion & Reserve to compete for the Champion Cup.CHAMPION CUP: presented by the late R L Angus, Ladykirk, Monkton. Won outright by the late John Bannantyne, Drumalbin, Biggar, and represented by him to the Association for annual competition for the Best Animal in the Hunter Classes.

Special Prizes kindly donated by NorviteOverall Hunter Champion will receive voucher for 1x5L NeofloOverall Hunter Reserve Champion will receive voucher for 1x2.5L Neoflo

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Saturday ClassesRIDING HORSES

Judges – Mrs Rosemary Hetherington, North Yorkshire &Ms Alice Greenwood, Dumfriesshire

RIDING HORSE SECTION IS SPONSORED BYLYNCH HOMES

This Show is a qualifier for the:Ingliston Elite Showing Championship SeriesIngliston Elite is a new, prestigious, showing championship for Scotland and the UK. The finals will be held within Ingliston Grand Slam, at Ingliston Country Club, Bishopton, Renfrewshire on Saturday 22nd September 2018.Excellent prize fund of £350 for each final- 1st- 3rd & £1000 to the overall Elite Champion…Winner takes all!Elite Hunters / Elite Riding Horses / Elite CobsThis Show is a qualifier and every horse placed 1st to 3rd in all specified classes will qualify to compete in the appropriate class at the Finals. Qualification will be from placings, no qualification cards will be awarded in the ring, and no qualification can go down the line.All qualified horses will be listed on the Ingliston Elite Show’s page on our website. www.ingliston.com/facebook page.Class 16 Novice Riding Horse – 4 years old and over; exceeding 148cm; not to have won a first prize in any open class before 1st January in the current year.Class 17 Riding Horse - mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 148cm but not exceeding 158cm.Class 18 Riding Horse - mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 158cm.Riding Horse Championship – 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in classes 16 – 18 to compete.ANN DUNLOP MEMORIAL TROPHY: presented by Family & Friends in 2018 for Riding Horse Champion.

Saturday ClassesRETRAINED RACEHORSES

Judges – Mrs Rosemary Hetherington, North Yorkshire & Ms Alice Greenwood, Dumfriesshire

RETRAINED RACEHORSE SECTION IS SPONSORED BYJ G THOM

New Hall Stud, Pettoch Side, Drongan, Ayr, Ayrshire, KA6 6HD

Class 19 RIDDEN CLASS. Open to all Thoroughbred horses which have raced or been in training. The judge will not be expected to ride the ridden class. Class 20 IN HAND CLASS. Open to all Thoroughbreds horses which have been raced or been in training.Retrained Racehorse Championship - 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in classes 19-20 to compete.

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Saturday ClassesVETERAN HORSE AND PONY

Judges – Miss Michelle Pickford, Lancashire

This is a qualifier for the Veteran Horse Society Supreme Final:SCOTTISH VETERAN HORSE OF THE YEAR 2018

Kindly Sponsored by Allen & Page.

Champion & Reserve champion will receive a Scottish Supreme Entry for Pre-judging the day before the Supreme Final. See rules at front of this schedule.

Mountain & Moorland. The highest placed Mountain and Moorland in each class will receive entry to the pre-judging of the Mountain & Moorland Supreme Final . Providing they are Members. This may-be carried down to 4th place. To be registered with a Breed Society holding a currently Breed Society passport.

Young Rider Championship qualification. A Young Rider qualification will be awarded to the young rider of the Judge’s choice, entitling them to enter the Young Rider Championship Prior to the Supreme Final This award is given at the Judge’s discretion. Non Members to receive an orange card. One qualification per ridden age category. Members to have their show card signed.

Class 21 VETERAN RIDDEN, COMBINED AGE CLASS (15 years and over). To be run as one class but judged as separate age categories:Diamond Veteran (25 years and over), Veteran (20–24 years) & Pre-Veteran (15–19 years). Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height. 1st and 2nd from each age category will go forward to the Championship

Class 22 VETERAN IN-HAND, COMBINED AGE CLASS (15 years and over). To be run as one class but judged as separate age categories:Diamond Veteran (25 years and over), Veteran (20–24 years) & Pre-Veteran (15–19 years). Open to horses and ponies of any breed and height. 1st and 2nd from each age category will go forward to the Championship of the day. (or will be offered to 3rd-4th if they are Members)

THE VETERAN CHAMPIONSHIP 1st and 2nd prizewinners in each age category in classes 21 & 22 compete.Champion & Reserve to qualify to the Pre-Qual Supreme

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Saturday ClassesCOLOURED HORSES AND PONIES

Judge – Miss Michelle Pickford, Lancashire

COLOURED HORSES AND PONIES SECTION IS SPONSORED BYSINCLAIR PHOTOGRAPHY

www.sinclairphotography.co.uk

COLOURED HORSES AND PONIES – IN-HAND CLASSES

Notes - Stallions 4 years old or over must be CHAPS (UK) Graded and carry CHAPS (UK) Stallion ID in the ring, handlers must also be the correct age.

Class 23 The CHAPS UK Open Youngstock Qualifier; 1, 2, or 3-year olds; no foals

Class 24 The CHAPS UK Native/Cob/Traditional Open In Hand Qualifier, any height. Any age, no foals.

Class 25 The CHAPS UK Non-Native Open In Hand Qualifier, any height. Any age, no foals.

Coloured In Hand Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in classes 23-25 to compete.

COLOURED HORSES AND PONIES – RIDDEN CLASSES

Notes - Riders any age but suitable for the height of exhibit (except riders of stallions to have attained their 14th birthday by 1st January of the current year). All exhibits to perform individual show and will not be ridden by the Judge. Lead Rein exhibits are not eligible for this class. Stallions 4 years old or over must be CHAPS (UK) Graded and CHAPS (UK) Stallion ID must be carried in the ring.

Class 26 The CHAPS UK Native/Cob/Traditional Open Ridden Qualifier, any height

Class 27 The CHAPS UK Non-Native Open Ridden Qualifier, any height.

Coloured Ridden Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in classes 26-27 to compete.

Coloured Overall Champion – Champion and Reserve from In-hand and Ridden Coloured Championships to compete. The HARLEQUIN HERO TROPHY presented by Mrs M Nicoll for the Champion Coloured.

Special Prizes kindly donated by NorviteOverall Coloured Champion will receive voucher for 1x5L NeofloOverall Coloured Reserve Champion will receive voucher for 1x2.5L Neoflo

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Saturday ClassesSHETLAND & MINIATURE SHETLAND PONIES

Judge – Miss Leanne Pickford, Lancashire

NPS Scotland/Townhead Pet N Pony In-hand M & M Championship. Handler any age, except stallions (see rules). Foals are not eligible. The Champion & Res. Champion in all Mixed Pure-bred M&M or Breed Championships will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualification may go to 3rd in the Championship (i.e. 1st Reserve Champion). See rules at front of this schedule. (Applies to Overall Shetland Championship).

Classes will be either merged or cancelled if insufficient entries are received.

STANDARD SHETLAND PONIES IN-HAND

Class 28 STALLION, MARE OR GELDING, 4-year-old or over

Class 29 COLT, FILLY OR GELDING, Yearling, 2 or 3-year-old(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Standard Shetland Pony In Hand Championship - 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in classes 28-29 to compete.

MINIATURE SHETLAND PONIES IN HAND

Class 30 STALLION, MARE OR GELDING, 4-year-old or over

Class 31 COLT, FILLY OR GELDING, Yearling, 2 or 3-year-old(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Miniature Shetland In Hand Championship - 1st and 2nd prize-winner in classes 30-31 to compete.

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RIDDEN SHETLAND PONIES

NPS Scotland/Baileys Horse Feeds Open Ridden M. & M. Championship. Rider any age, except stallions (see rules in section A 3.2). The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final. To be shown in any suitable bridle. A minimum of 6 ponies must be stripped in qualifying rounds. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Final. The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in each class will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place. This can be either mixed M. & M. or Breed Classes. See rules at front of this schedule.

This Qualifier is only for OFF the Lead Rein.

Class 32 REGISTERED SHETLAND PONY, 4yrs old and over, to be shown under saddle. NB. This class will be split into lead rein and off lead rein should numbers warrant on the day. Special rosette for best lead rein.

Overall Shetland Pony Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winner’s in class 32 plus Standard and Miniature Champions and Reserves to compete.THE KIRKBRIDE CUP presented by the late Col Sir Reginald D H Houldsworth, Bart, OBE, Kirkbride, Maybole, for the Best Exhibit.

Special Prizes kindly donated by NorviteOverall Shetland Pony Champion will receive voucher for 1x5L NeofloOverall Shetland Pony Reserve Champion will receive voucher for 1x2.5L Neoflo

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Saturday ClassesHIGHLAND PONIES

Judge – Miss Leanne Pickford, Lancashire

NPS Scotland/Townhead Pet N Pony In-hand M & M Championship. The Champion & Res. Champion in all Mixed Pure-bred M. & M. or Breed Championships will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualification may go to 3rd in the Championship (i.e. 1st Reserve Champion). See rules at front of this schedule.

NPS Scotland/Baileys Horse Feeds Open Ridden M. & M. Championship. Rider any age, except stallions (see rules in section A 3.2). The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final.To be shown in any suitable bridle. A minimum of 6 ponies must be stripped in qualifying rounds. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Final. The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in class 32 will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place. This can be either mixed M. & M. or Breed Classes. See rules at front of this schedule.

Class 33 Highland Pony STALLION, MARE OR GELDING, 4-year-old or over(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Class 34 Highland Pony COLT, FILLY OR GELDING, Yearling, 2 or 3-year-old (Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Highland Pony In-Hand Championship – 1st and 2nd prize-winner in class 33-34 compete.

Class 35 Highland Pony under saddle – registered Highland pony, four years old and over. This class may be ridden.

Overall Highland Pony Championship – 1st and 2nd prize-winner in class 35 compete with the Highland Pony in-hand champion and reserve.KNOX CHALLENGE CUP presented by the late Mrs Knox, Minuntion, Pinwherry, Girvan, for the Best Exhibit.THE SHEILA M SMITH TROPHY for the Reserve Champion Highland Pony.

Special Prizes kindly donated by NorviteOverall Highland Pony Champion will receive voucher for 1x5L NeofloOverall Highland Pony Reserve Champion will receive voucher for 1x2.5L Neoflo

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Saturday ClassesMOUNTAIN & MOORLAND IN HAND

Judge: Mr Tom Best, Fife

Kindly sponsored by DUNASKIN STUD

Holehouse Cottage, Hollybush, Ayr KA6 7ED

1. The NPS/HIGHBROOK STUD M&M In Hand Summer Championship(MM-IH). Classes 36-39 are open to pure bred registered M&M ponies in the main body of their

studbook. Owner’s membership cards must be shown in the ring to receive qualifications.

2. A Silver Medal Rosette is offered by the NPS for the best registered pony from classes 36-39 in the In-Hand section. To be judged under NPS rules. Qualifiers are entitled to compete in the Final of the NPS/The Kilmannan Stud M&M In Hand Silver Medal Rosette Championship (SM-MMIH) to be held at the NPS Summer Championship.

3. NPS Scotland/Townhead Pet N Pony In-hand M & M Championship. The Champion & Res. Champion in all Mixed Pure-bred M. & M. or Breed Championships will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualification may go to 3rd in the Championship (i.e. 1st Reserve Champion). See rules at front of this schedule.

Class 36 Exmoor; Dartmoor; Shetland; Welsh A & B four years old & over.

Class 37 Exmoor; Dartmoor; Shetland; Welsh A & B three years old and under.(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Class 38 Highland; Dales; Fell; Connemara; New Forest; Welsh C & D four years old & over.

Class 39 Highland; Dales; Fell; Connemara; New Forest; Welsh C & D three years old & under.

(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

M&M In Hand Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 36-39 to compete.Thereafter those eligible will remain in the ring to compete for:The NPS/Kilmannan Stud M&M In Hand Silver Medal Rosette (SM-MMIH)

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Saturday ClassesM & M OPEN RIDDEN

Judge: Mrs Sue Hughes, Merseyside

All ponies must be registered and shown under saddle. All ridden ponies must be shown off the lead rein.NPS Scotland/Baileys Horse Feeds Open Ridden M. & M. Championship. Rider any age, except stallions (see rules in section A 3.2). The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final. To be shown in any suitable bridle. A minimum of 6 ponies must be stripped in qualifying rounds. All ponies must be stripped in the NPS Final. The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in each class will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place. This can be either mixed M & M or Breed Classes. See rules at front of schedule.

Class 40 Registered Pure-Bred Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, Welsh Section A & B Ponies 4 years and over. Riders any age.

Class 41 Registered Pure-Bred Welsh Section C & D Ponies 4 years and over. Riders any age.

Class 42 Registered Pure Bred New Forest, Connemara Fells, Dales & Highland Ponies 4 years and over. Riders any age.

M&M Open Ridden Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 40-42 to compete.

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Saturday ClassesM & M NOVICE RIDDENJudge: Mrs Joyce Coltart, Ayrshire

NPS Scotland/Kilmannan Stud Novice Ridden M. & M. Championship. A pony is not eligible to compete if, before 1st January in the current year, it has done any of the following:i. Won an open NPS affiliated mixed M&M Ridden classii. Qualified for Horse of the Year Show, Olympia or RIHS Open M&M Ridden classesiii. Qualified for the M&M Novice or Intermediate Ridden final at the NPS Summer

Championship show (N.B. Ponies can compete as novices in this competition for two consecutive years provided they do not submit an entry to the final in the first year).

iv. If a pony qualifies for Horse of the Year Show, Olympia or RIHS in its second year it is immediately de-noviced and cannot compete in the Kilmannan or Picton Final.

Rider any age, except stallions (see rules). Ponies must be shown in a snaffle bit. A minimum of 6 ponies must be stripped in qualifying rounds. All ponies will be

stripped in the Final. The 2 highest placed ponies, not already qualified, in each class will qualify for

the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualifications to go no lower than 4thplace. This can be either mixed M. & M. or Breed Classes. See rules at front of schedule.

Class 43 MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND NOVICE RIDDEN - Large Breeds - A pony is deemed to be a Novice if by January of the current year provided it has not won a first prize in an Open Ridden M&M Class.

Class 44 MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND NOVICE RIDDEN - Small Breeds - A pony is deemed to be a Novice if by January of the current year provided it has not won a first prize in an Open Ridden M&M Class.

M&M Novice Ridden Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 43-44 to compete.

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Saturday ClassesHOME PRODUCED M & M MINI’S

Judges: Mrs Joyce Coltart, Ayrshire & Mrs. Sue Hughes, Merseyside

To be run under BSPS Rule Book rules as follows:279. Animals can only be worked in, lunged or prepared by immediate family at any show. 280. Riders and leaders can only ride or lead ponies in the ring owned by their immediate

family at any show.281. Animals cannot be stabled in a professional Producers/Trainers yard since 1st February

in the current year (lessons are exempt)282. Animals cannot be ridden at a show by a rider that has ridden for a professional

Producer/trainer/groom at any show since 1st February in the current year.283. Animals and riders cannot have received any help from a professional producer/trainer/

groom at any show since 1st February in the current year.

THE B.S.P.S. EXPECTS COMPETITORS TO ACCEPT THE RULES OF THIS COMPETITION IN THE SPIRIT INTENDED.

Please also refer to “British Show Pony Society conditions and notes” at front of schedule.

In the following classes 45-46, owners and riders must be BSPS Members before the date of the Show to compete and animals must be registered with the BSPS. www.bspsscotland.co.uk

Ayr County Show is a qualifier for The “TopSpec” Supreme ‘Pretty Polly’ Ridden Championship. The final to be held at the NORTH OF ENGLAND SUMMER PONY SHOW on 7th July 2018. The Pretty Polly Champion will qualify. If the Champion has already qualified then the Reserve Champion will go forward. Only the Champion or Reserve Champion will qualify. Exhibitors who qualify for the final will be sent details directly from: The Secretary, North of England Summer Pony Show, Blue Slate Stables, Showley Rd, Clayton-le-Dale, Blackburn, Lancs, BB1 9DP www.northofenglandshows.co.uk

Class 45 BSPS HERITAGE M&M PRETTY POLLY OPEN LEAD REIN – Registered Pure-Bred Mare or Gelding, 4 years old & over not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 9th Birthday before 1st January in current year. To be led by an attendant and shown in a snaffle bridle, the lead rein to be attached by the noseband only. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 46 BSPS HERITAGE M&M PRETTY POLLY OPEN FIRST RIDDEN – Registered Pure-Bred Mare or Gelding, 4 years old & over not exceeding 128cm. Riders not to have attained their 12th Birthday before 1st January in current year. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIERThe ‘TopSpec’ Supreme ‘Pretty Polly’ Ridden Championship - The ‘Pretty Polly’ Champion will qualify.

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Saturday ClassesM & M HERITAGE MINI RIDDEN

Judges: Mrs Joyce Coltart, Ayrshire & Mrs. Sue Hughes, Merseyside

1. To be run under BSPS Rule Book rules2. Please also refer to “British Show Pony Society conditions and notes” at front of

schedule.3. The 1st Prize Winners from Classes 47 & 48 will qualify for the BSPS WOW Factor

(Winner of Winners)4. In the following classes 47 - 48, owners and riders must be BSPS Members before the

date of the Show to compete and animals must be registered with the BSPS. www.bspsscotland.co.uk

Class 47 BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN LEAD REIN – Registered Pure-Bred Mare or Gelding, 4 years old & over not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 9th Birthday before 1st January in current year. To be led by an attendant and shown in a snaffle bridle, the lead rein to be attached by the noseband only. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 48 BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN FIRST RIDDEN – Registered Pure-Bred Mare or Gelding, 4 years old & over not exceeding 128cm. Riders not to have attained their 12th Birthday before 1st January in current year. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

M & M Mini Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 47-48 to compete.

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Saturday ClassesM & M HERITAGE OPEN RIDDEN

Judges: Mrs Joyce Coltart, Ayrshire & Mrs. Sue Hughes, Merseyside

1. To be run under BSPS Rule Book rules2. Please also refer to “British Show Pony Society conditions and notes” at front of

schedule.3. The 1st Prize Winners from Classes 49-53 will qualify for the BSPS WOW Factor

(Winner of Winners)4. In the following classes 49 – 53, owners and riders must be BSPS Members before the

date of the Show to compete and animals must be registered with the BSPS. www.bspsscotland.co.uk

Class 49 BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN RIDDEN – Registered Pure-Bred Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland Ponies 4 years old and over. Riders any age. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 50 BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN RIDDEN – Registered Pure-Bred Welsh Section A & B Ponies 4 years old or over. Riders any age. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 51 BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN RIDDEN – Registered Pure-Bred Welsh Section C & D Ponies 4 years old or over. Riders any age. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 52 BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN RIDDEN – Registered Pure-Bred New Forest and Connemara Ponies 4 years old or over. Riders any age. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 53 BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN RIDDEN – Registered Pure-Bred Fells, Dales and Highland Ponies 4 years old or over. Riders any age. BSPS RIHS QUALIFIER

BSPS HERITAGE M&M OPEN RIDDEN Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 49-53 to compete.

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Saturday ClassesBSPS RIDING PONIES

Judges – Mrs Phillipa McInness, Ayrshire & Mrs Clare Dew, Bedfordshire

Kindly Sponsored by Galbraith Group,

7 Killoch Place, Ayr, KA7 2EA

1 SILVER TROPHY: presented by the late Niall D. Hodge, OBE, Turnberry Farm, Maidens, for Best Riding Pony. (Ponies shown In-Hand not eligible).

2 Please also refer to “British Show Pony Society conditions and notes” at front of schedule.

3 In the following classes 54-63, except novice show pony class 58, owners and riders must be BSPS Members before the date of the Show to compete and animals must be registered with the BSPS. www.bspsscotland.co.uk

Class 54 BSPS Show Pony 128cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 128cm. Riders not to have attained their 13th birthday before 1st January in current year. RIHS QUALIFIER and Blue Riband

Class 55 BSPS Show Pony 138cm - mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 128cm and not exceeding 138cm. Riders not to have attained their 15th birthday before 1st January in current year. RIHS QUALIFIER and Blue Riband

Class 56 BSPS Show Pony 148cm - mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 138cm and not exceeding 148cm. Riders not to have attained their 17th birthday before 1st January in current year. RIHS QUALIFIER and Blue Riband

BSPS Show Pony Championship – 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 54-56 to compete. The Show Pony Champion will qualify for the BSPS www.handleyequestrian.co.uk Champion of Champions.

Class 57 The B.S.P.S. PRETTY POLLY ( H O M E P R O D U C E D ) MIXED HEIGHT SHOW PONY. Mare or Gelding 4 years old or over, not exceeding 148cms. Riders must be the correct age for the height of the pony they ride. RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 58 BSPS Mixed Height Novice Show Pony – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 148cm. Riders must be the correct age for the height of the pony they ride. Open to non-BSPS members.

Class 59 BSPS Leading Rein Pony – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 8th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIER

Class 60 BSPS First Ridden Pony – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 10th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIER

BSPS Mini Show Pony Championship – 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 59-60 to compete.The Mini Show Pony Champion will qualify for the BSPS Champion of Champions.

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Saturday ClassesBSPS INTERMEDIATE PONIES

Judges – Mrs Phillipa McInness, Ayrshire & Mrs Clare Dew, Bedfordshire

Class 61 BSPS Intermediate Show Riding Type 153cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 146cm but not exceeding 153cm. Riders not to have attained their 25th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIER

Class 62 BSPS Intermediate Show Riding Type 158cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 153cm but not exceeding 158cm. Riders not to have attained their 25th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIER

Class 63 BSPS Intermediate Show Hunter – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 148cm but not exceeding 158cm. Riders not to have attained their 25th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIER

BSPS Intermediate Championship – 1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 61-63 to compete.The Intermediate Champion will qualify for the BSPS www.handleyequestrian.co.uk Champion of Champions.

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Saturday ClassesPONIES IN HAND

Judge: Mrs J Cousens, Perthshire

Kindly Sponsored by COUNTY VETS

Whitefaulds Farm, Culzean Road, Maybole

NPS Scotland/NFU Mutual Open In-hand Riding Pony/Hunter Pony ChampionshipThe highest placed pony, in each open in-hand Riding Pony or Hunter Pony Classes 64, 65 & 66 ONLY (foal classes excluded) not already qualified, will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place. See rules at front of schedule.

Class 64 Riding Pony/Hunter Pony in hand – four years old or over – stallion, mare or gelding. Special rosette for best foal.

Class 65 Riding Pony – colt, filly or gelding – yearling, 2 or 3-year-old not to exceed 148cm at maturity.(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Class 66 Hunter Pony – colt, filly or gelding – yearling, 2 or 3-year-old not to exceed 153cm at maturity.(Special Rosette will be awarded for Highest Placed Yearling)

Class 67 Mountain & Moorland Part-bred In Hand – any age, any height.

Class 68 Pure or Part Bred Arab In Hand – any age, any height.

Ponies In Hand Championship - 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 64-68 to compete.

Saturday ClassesPART BRED RIDDEN

Judge: Mrs J Cousens, Perthshire

Class 69 Small Part Bred Ridden – 4 years old & Over; not exceeding 148cms; rider any age; exhibits must be registered in the approved Part Bred Section of their Breed Society.

Class 70 Large Part Bred Ridden – 4 years old & Over; exceeding 148cms; rider any age; exhibits must be registered in the approved Part Bred Section of their Breed Society.

Part Bred Ridden Championship - 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 69-70 to compete.

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Saturday ClassesBSPS SHOW HUNTER PONIES

Judges: Mrs Phillipa McInness, Ayrshire & Mrs Clare Dew, Bedfordshire

THE DEBONAIR TROPHY: presented by Mr & Mrs J C Coltart, The Stables, Kilmaurs, for the Champion Show Hunter Pony.Please also refer to “British Show Pony Society conditions and notes” at front of schedule.In the following classes 71-76, except mixed height novice SHP class 75, owners and riders must be BSPS Members before the date of the Show to compete and animals must be registered with the BSPS.

Class 71 BSPS SHP 122cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 12th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIER

Class 72 BSPS SHP 133cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 122cm and not exceeding 133cm. Riders not to have attained their 14th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS QUALIFIER and Blue Riband

Class 73 BSPS SHP 143cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 133cm and not exceeding 143cm. Riders not to have attained their 17th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS QUALIFIER and Blue Riband

Class 74 BSPS SHP 153cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 143cm and not exceeding 153cm. Riders not to have attained their 20th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS QUALIFIER and Blue Riband

BSPS SHP Championship – 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 71-74 to compete.The SHP Champion will qualify for the BSPS www.handleyequestrian.co.uk Champion of Champions.

Class 75 BSPS Mixed Height Novice SHP – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 153cm. Riders MUST be the correct age for the height of the animal they ride. Open to non-BSPS members.

Class 76 BSPS Lead Rein Pony of Hunter Type – mare or gelding, four years old or over and not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 9th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS QUALIFIER

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Saturday Classes

BSPS RIHS ANGLO & PART BRED ARAB CLASSESJudges: Mrs Clare Dew, Bedfordshire

1. Owners and Riders must be BSPS members; Animals must be registered in the Arab Horse Society; Anglo and Part Bred Arab Stud Book and registration numbers must be declared when entering. Registration Papers must be forwarded when entering. Further rules in BSPS Rule Book.

2. Please also refer to “British Show Pony Society conditions and notes” at front of schedule.

3. In the following classes 77 - 78, owners and riders must be BSPS Members before the date of the Show to compete and animals must be registered with the BSPS. www.bspsscotland.co.uk

4. Ayr County Show is a qualifier for The “Colosso Family” Supreme Ridden Part Bred & Anglo Arab Championship. The final to be held at the NORTH OF ENGLAND SUMMER PONY SHOW on 7th July 2018. Only the Champion & Reserve will qualify. Exhibitors who qualify for the final will be sent details directly from: The Secretary, North of England Summer Pony Show, Blue Slate Stables, Showley Rd, Clayton-le-Dale, Blackburn, Lancs, BB1 9DP www.northofenglandshows.co.uk

Class 77 THE BSPS RIDDEN ANGLO AND PART BRED ARAB. Mare, Stallion or gelding 4 years old or over, not exceeding 148cms. Riders any age. RIHS QUALIFIER

Class 78 THE BSPS RIDDEN ANGLO AND PART BRED ARAB. Mare, Stallion or Gelding 4 years old or over, exceeding 148cms. Riders any age. RIHS QUALIFIER

THE “COLOSSO FAMILY” SUPREME RIDDEN ANGLO AND PART BRED ARAB CHAMPIONSHIP1st and 2nd prizewinners in classes 77 and 78 to compete.

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Saturday ClassesBSPS WORKING HUNTER PONY

Course builder – Mr G Barclay, FalkirkJudges – Mrs Elizabeth Dun, Lanarkshire & Mrs Lyn Black, Glasgow

MINI WHP CLASSES

Ponies in class 80 must be owned, registered and ridden by BSPS members.Please also refer to “British Show Pony Society conditions and notes” at front of schedule.Class 79 BSPS Cradle Stakes – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 122cm. Riders not to have attained their 11th birthday before 1st January in the current year. Open to non-BSPS members.Class 80 BSPS Nursery Stakes – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 133cm. Riders not to have attained their 12th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS QUALIFIER Ponies must be owned, registered and ridden by BSPS members.Mini WHP Championship 1st and 2nd prize winners in classes 79-80 to compete.The Mini WHP Champion will qualify for the BSPS ‘The White Company’ Champion of Champions.

OPEN WHP CLASSES

SILVER TROPHY: presented by the late Mrs. John Hamilton, Monkwood, by Ayr, for Best Working Hunter Pony.Ponies in the following classes (81-84) must be owned, registered and ridden by BSPS members.Animals may NOT compete in the 153cms and Intermediate WH classes at the same show.Blair Castle Working Hunter Pony Championships: Class numbers 81-83 are qualifiers. Ponies placed first to fourth in each class will qualify for the Championships held at Blair Castle International Horse Trials on 23rd August 2018. Qualification may go down to sixth place if higher placed ponies have previously qualified.Class 81 BSPS WHP 133cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, not exceeding 133cm. Riders not to have attained their 14th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIERClass 82 BSPS WHP 143cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 133cm but not exceeding 143cm. Riders not to have attained their 17th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIERClass 83 BSPS WHP 153cm – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 143cm but not exceeding 153cm. Riders not to have attained their 20th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIERClass 84 BSPS Intermediate WH – mare or gelding, four years old or over, exceeding 148cm but not exceeding 158cm. Riders not to have attained their 25th birthday before 1st January in the current year. RIHS & BLUE RIBAND QUALIFIEROpen BSPS WHP Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 81-84 to compete.The WHP Champion will qualify for the BSPS www.handleyequestrian.co.uk Champion of Champions.

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Saturday Classes

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND - WORKING HUNTER PONYCourse builder – Mr G Barclay, Falkirk

Judges – Miss Leanne Pickford, Lancashire & Miss Julia Furness, Berwickshire

NPS Scotland/Kingfisher Building Products M. & M. Open WHP Championship. Rider any age, except stallions (see rules). Riders may only ride one pony in each class.The owner does not have to be an NPS Scotland member for the pony to enter this competition, but the owner must become a member to enter the final.The course will consist of a minimum of seven fences, one of which must be a spread, a change of direction must be included. If a hazard is included, it will be numbered and judged as a fence.Ponies may be shown in any suitable bridle. All ponies forward for final judging must be stripped. The 2 highest placed ponies, in each class not already qualified, will qualify for the Final which will take place at the Blair Castle International Horse Trials on Friday 24th August 2018. Qualifications to go no lower than 4th place.

Class 85 Ponies not exceeding 122cm.

Class 86 Ponies exceeding 122cm but not exceeding 133cm.

Class 87 Ponies exceeding 133cm but not exceeding 143cm.

Class 88 Ponies exceeding 143cm.

M&M WHP Championship 1st and 2nd prize-winners in classes 85-88 to compete.

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1. POSTAL ENTRY FORMS should be lodged with the Light Horse Secretary as early as possible and NO LATER THAN the Friday 6th April 2018.

ONLINE ENTRIES should be lodged by Monday 16th April 2018.

ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER THESE DATES and no reminders will be given. Fax and e-mail entries will not be accepted at any time.

2. Thereafter, ALL late entries will only be taken on the day – AT DOUBLE ENTRY FEE.

3. POSTAL ENTRY FORMS should be filled in as clearly as possible, preferably in BLOCK LETTERS.

The name entered under Exhibitor’s Name POSTAL & ONLINE is the one that will be used in the results.

4. COMPLETED POSTAL ENTRY FORMS should be carefully checked and signed by the Exhibitor or their Agent and sent by post to: Light Horse Entries, Ayr County Show, Gibbs Yard Steading, Auchincruive, Ayr KA6 5HW. Please ensure parents countersign children’s entries.

COMPLETED ONLINE ENTRY will require to be carefully checked with Rules & Regulations of the Association AGREED.

5. ADMISSION TICKET ALLOCATIONS FOR LIGHT HORSE & PONY SECTION: 1 horse – 2 wristbands; 2-4 horses – 3 wristbands; over 4 horses – 5 wristbands.

Additional Admission wristbands can be bought at £ 12.00 per person Saturday ONLY.

NO Wristbands will be required for FRIDAY classes. 6. POSTAL PAYMENT - all entries must be accompanied by the

correct amount, cheques or postal orders made payable to AYRSHIRE AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION. No entry will be deemed to be accepted until all entry monies have been paid. COMPETITORS CHEQUES NOT HONOURED BY THE BANK will incur bank charges plus 10% administration charges.

ONLINE ENTRIES PAYMENT – via Pay Pal where an Administration Cost of £2 is added prior to payment.

7. RIGHT RESERVED TO REFUSE ENTRIES. The Show Committee reserves to themselves the right of refusing or cancelling entries from any person.

8. The Committee reserves the right to combine any classes in the event of insufficient entries or split the class in the event of oversubscribed entries.

9. THE AYRSHIRE AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION IS NOT LIABLE FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE, neither will the Association be

accountable for any accident that may occur to any person attending the Show whether as a visitor, exhibitor or otherwise.

10. The Judge has the FINAL decision on Entry to the Ring.11. The Ayrshire Agricultural Association will not be held

responsible for exhibitors being late for a class.12. All animals MUST be sound. If in the opinion of the Judge, an

animal is considered to be unsound it will be asked to leave the ring.

13. PROTESTS - any protest must be lodged by a person having an interest. The said objections must be lodged in writing with the Secretary at the Show or within seven days of the Show, and must state specifically the grounds of objection, and must be accompanied by a deposit of £100.

14. WEARING OF RIDING HATS - All riders must wear hats that conform to the current BSI standards.

15. DOGS - should be kept on the lead at all times. 16. STABLES – There will be no stabling at Ayr Racecourse for

exhibitors this year - a list of private stabling within 25 miles of Ayr can be found on inside back cover of schedule.

17. The Horse Passports (Scotland) Regulations 2005, Amended 2007, replaces the Horse Passport (Scotland) Regulations 2005, and requires all equidae (horses, ponies, donkeys, asses and mules), regardless of age or status, to be accompanied by a passport. Animals born or passports issued, on or after 1 July 2009 must be fitted with a microchip.

This would include, without exception, equines used for agricultural purposes, riding ponies, pets, companion animals, hacks, competition animals etc. Foals that are un-weaned and accompanying their dam or foster mare may move to a show without a passport.

Passports can be held by the horse owner or keeper but should remain with the horse at all times; in particular, passports must accompany the horse when it is moved.

18. The Organisers retain the right to amend the schedule to facilitate the smooth running of the show.

19. Foul language or abusive behaviour towards people or animals will NOT be tolerated, and will result in expulsion from the Show ground.

20. Competitors are required to take home any rubbish as a matter of courtesy.

21. First aid cover will be available for the duration of the show. 22. A Vet will be available for the duration of the show. 23. No Farrier will be available.

AYR COUNTY SHOW GENERAL REGULATIONS

EXHIBITORS WRISTBANDSEach Exhibitor will be issued with wristbands, for personal use only, entitling entry to the Showground. Wristbands are not transferable.

EXHIBITORS’ CAR PARK Exhibitor Car pass will be sent out with Admission Wristband’s. Lorries or cars not displaying an official pass will be directed by Traffic Police/Security to the Public Car Park.

The Secretary

STABLINGThere will be no stabling at Ayr Racecourse for exhibitors.

Local Stable Details are as follows:Ayrshire Equitation Centre, South Mains, Corton Road, Ayr,

Ayrshire, KA6 6BY – Tel: 01292 266267 Or

Mrs Morag Crichton, Acres Rigg, Tarbolton Road, Monkton, KA9 2RR Tel: 01292 479314 / Mobile: 07801 758541

The Ayrshire Agricultural Association Extends a Big Thank You to The W H Malcolm Group for the kind Sponsorship of their

Show Unit.

Light Horse & Pony Official Photographer on the Day

ROTHERWOOD IN-HAND HORSE & PONY SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Judging will commence in RING 1 after the completion of all showing classes on Saturday 12th May 2018Judge: Mrs Claire Bell, Rotherwood Furniture

A trophy donated and presented by Mrs Claire Bell, Director of Rotherwood Furniture plus £300 prize money for the Supreme In-Hand Horse/Pony Championship

Qualifying Animals for this competition are the Champions from each of the following sections:

N.B – Champion Veteran & Champion Retrained Racehorse will compete in the correct section

ROTHERWOOD RIDDEN HORSE & PONY SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP

Judging will commence after the In Hand Supreme Championship in RING 1 on Saturday 12th May 2018

Judge: Mrs Claire Bell, Rotherwood FurnitureA trophy donated and presented by Mrs Claire Bell, Director of Rotherwood Furniture

plus £300 prize money for the Supreme Ridden Horse/Pony ChampionshipQualifying Animals for this competition are the Champions from each of the

following sections:

Ridden Hunter & CobHighland PonyBSPS intermediateM&M WHPM&M Mini BSPS Pretty PollyPart Bred Ridden

Working HunterColoured RiddenBSPS SPBSPS SHPM&M RiddenBSPS WHP

Riding HorseShetland RiddenBSPS Mini SPBSPS ArabM&M Novice RiddenBSPS Mini WHP

N.B – Champion Veteran & Champion Retrained Racehorse will compete in the correct section

Horse’s In-HandM&M In-HandMiniatureShetland In-Hand

Coloured In-HandHighland In-Hand

Ponies In-HandShetland In-Hand