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Welcome!
Macclesfield and District Riding Club, MDRC or Macc Riding Club as it is known to most, is a friendly local club that welcomes
everyone from absolute beginners to the more experienced rider.
We offer the real beginner somewhere to start competing in a variety of classes across showing, equitation, working hunter and show jumping. For the more experienced we offer a high standard of classes with improvers, intermediate and open show jumping up to 3'6", ridden and in-hand showing, equitation and a range of working hunter classes. Details of all of these and many more (we offer over 50 classes per show) are in the
schedule, click on and have a browse.
Don't worry if you have never entered anything before, come along and have a go! We are happy to talk you though the rules and operations of the different events and everyone is very understanding.
Some of our members enjoying themselves!
Following the great success of the MDRC hunter trials over the last three years, this year we are extending our schedule to include a One Day Event at Smallwood on 2nd July. Classes will range from beginners to open and this will also be open to non-members.
Finally, we want to provide our members, families and friends with the opportunity to get a little more involved with the club, so for 2011, we have set up the MDRC Supporters Team – We look forward to seeing you in the 2011 season
Come along and enjoy yourself.
Alison Geary
Chairperson, MDRC
News Flash!
2012 events now online!
Please visit ourEVENTS CALENDARpage
and put the dates in your diary
Next event...
SJ 12Feb2012.pdf
For hunter trials photos click here (Blueski Photography)
NEWS News archive
News!
Current news MDRC receive NAF Five Star Riding Club of the Month Award!
Click here to see this months Equestrian Plus Magazine feature (page 41)
September 2011
MDRC Junior Novice SJ Team - who are now the SuperFlex Junior Novice National Champions Very Well Done to Holly Neat, Olivia Arrowsmith, Jess Brodie and Corrine Molyneux
Congratulations to MDRC members on their recent achievements ….
Megan Gibson at the Pony Club Horse Trials Championships
Holly Neat at Scope
Joanne Lee & Simon Bowers at the Royal London Horse Show
Jenny Mercer at the Bold Heath Championship Show
Heather Fletcher who has qualified for Badminton 2012 Grassroots Championship
Presentation Evening
Tickets on sale! Friday 11th November at Macclesfield Town Football Club Contact Barbara Parry to request tickets: parry007_btinternet.com
Winter Dressage
The Winter Indoor DRESSAGE AREA QUALIFIER takes place at Bold Heath on 26th November If you are interested in being on our teams contact Alison Geary: alison.geary_adelphigroup.com
Horses InsideOut.pdf
Blogspot NEW... MDRC BLOG!
Keep up to date with what's going on behind the scenes at Macclesfield and District Riding Club
June 2011
Feed 2011 ODE Write up.pdf
Well done to MDRC members!
...on their recent achievements we wish them well at their respective championships
HOLLY NEAT and ZANDANI who achieved 6th place out of 58 at the Cheshire Show and have qualified for Scope Members Cup 1.15m.
MEGAN GIBSON and WARIS won their section at the Pony Club Novice Area Horse Trials Qualifier at Somerford Park and have qualified individually for the Pony Club Novice Horse Trials Championship to be held at Kelsall at the end of August
ALISON GEARY and MACHNO NESTOR have qualified for the BHS Novice Cross Country Championships taking place at Eland Lodge in September.
MDRC would like to congratulate Karen Law from Poynton on her fantastic achievements competing in France. Karen who is blind represented Great Britain at Frances' biggest equestrian event and won her class with a little help from Peter Charles -
click here for full write up
April News01 Senior Novice Team Jumping Report
Osbaldeston Equestrian Centre – 06-03-2011
Our Senior Novice Team all arrived safely in plenty of time and their excitement was not dampened by the prospect of jumping well into late evening or by the fact that due to a last minute withdrawal meant they were down to 3 team
members with every score to count.
Our first rider Jane Hanger had to sprint round learning the course at a speed that Usain Bolt would have been proud of. She was 2nd to jump and this was only her second showjumping round ever on her beautiful Connemara Stallion Ardbear Spirit – Jane rode a fantastic round and looked picture perfect and showed the team the way forward with a
lovely Clear Round.
Our 2nd rider to go was Harriet Corbett with a big bay gelding Zeus, at 17hh+ the warm up arena did prove somewhat of a challenge but Harriet kept her cool and didnt let it affect her performance. She rode a lovely round and was very unlucky that one pole fell but she still finished the round on a very creditable 4 faults which still left us in the running
for a result.
The 3rd and final rider to jump was Sally Ranger on her very special Dreamcatcher V who kept everyones nerves on edge by playing up in the lorry park with his own version of the Spanish Riding Schools Airs above the ground. Not to be deterred by this Sally gathered her nerves and went into the arena with Ralph who in his own exuberant style and bobbing his head all the way round jumped a very nice round but sadly breathed on one pole which fell to finish on 4
faults. This left our team in joint 5th place after the first round – a placing we were keen to hold on to until the end.
The fences were raised and the tension mounted as Jane entered the ring for the 2nd time with Spirit who once again jumped a fabulous stylish round to come home clear to much applause from our loyal team of owners/supporters – this meant that Jane would be in her first ever jump off against all other Double Clear riders. Harriet then jumped
another lovely round on Zeus to come home with 4 faults and Sally and the head bobbing Ralph also came home clear.
These fantastic rounds from all our riders meant we had managed to secure our 5th Place team rosette on the first outing with our brand new senior team and not to be outdone by the team Jane Hanger also managed to win herself an Individual 6th place which was an amazing result for her out of 56 riders. We are very proud of all of you.
April 2011
April News April 2011
Macclesfield Juniors do the double at National Championships area qualifiers
More than 100 riders attended the annual Area 3 Team Hunter Trials Qualifer at Smallwood Livery Centre
on Saturday 16th April.
The riders were in teams of 4 and had to jump a course of 9 show jumps, then continue straight on to the cross country course and complete 18 cross country fences.
The two Junior Novice teams entered by Macclesfield and District Riding Club had an excellent result, finishing 1st and 2nd and have both qualified to enter the championship which will be held at Aston Le Walls, Daventy on 5th and 6th June this year. Teams had come from all over the North West to try and
qualify for the championships with teams from Rochdale, Oldham, Lakes, Lontgon and Wilmslow.
Pictured are the qualifying team riders:
Megan Gibson, Olivia Arrowsmith, Jess Brodie,
Holly Neat and Rio Neat.
Amelia German, Emma Furmston, Abigail Jones
and Luisa Bianchi.
Nov News 
November 2010
MDRC 2010 ACHIEVEMENTS
Macclesfield & District Riding Club finished in 6th place out of 33 clubs.
WORKING HUNTERS
Tiny Tots WH - Ponies not exceeding 133cms
3rd Saskia Neat - The Wizard
WHP - Ponies exceeting 143cms but not exceeding 153cms
1st Amelia German - Morlena Ceri
4th Rio Neat - B Brief II
WH - Horse exceeding 153cms
6th Sally Ranger - Hollycroft Dreamcatcher
Senior Novice Working Hunter
4th Sally Ranger - Hollycroft Dreamcatcher
M & M Large Breeds Working Hunter
1st Jess Kay - Brynseath Eryri
3rd Amelia German - Morlena Ceri
IN_HAND SHOWING
In-hand Riding Pony 148cm & Under
Winner - Evie Carter - Thornsett Limited Edition
In-hand Riding Pony/Horse Championship
Champion - Evie Carter - Thornsett Limited Edition
In-hand M & M Large breeds
5th Clare Raynor - Tynyrhoel Dawns Dream
In-hand Part-bred Welsh
3rd Michelle Riley - Hillside Contstantine
In-hand Piebald/Skewbald
3rd Simon Bowers - Hillside Mischief
RIDDEN SHOWING
First ridden Show Hunter Pony - 10 years & Under
Winner - Imogen Curtis - Penhwnllys Mixer
Ridden M & M Small breeds
I3rd Imogen Curtis - Penhwnllys Mixer
Ridden Heavy Horse - Pure or Part bred
2nd Joanne Lee - Benbrook Monarch
Ridden M & M - Large Breeds
3rd Joanne Lee - Tyreos Adrian
Ridden Horse/Cob
5th Victoria Lee - Roxanne
Ridden Hunter
2nd Joanne Lee - Benbrook Monarch
Ridden Ex-racehorse
5th Victoria Lee – Roxanne
Special Mention also for
Zoe Denovan and Just Jake who made the Top Ten in the largest
class of the championship, Ridden Hunter exceeding 153 cms.
Sept news MDRC JUNIOR JUMPERS MAKE TOP 3 AT NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2010
Earlier this summer the Macclesfield & District Riding Club Junior Novice show jumping team won our area qualifier to pave their way to the 2010 National Championships. This is a huge equestrian event which takes place at Lincoln Showground over the weekend of 11th/12th September, for both junior and senior riders and includes dressage, riding test and style jumping competitions as well as the show jumping.
The MDRC team of four – Jess Brodie riding Humble Traveller, Olivia Arrowsmith riding Stroller, Holly Neat riding Borderline Delinquent Amelia German riding Morlena Ceri and (pictured left to right below at the awards ceremony) achieved 3rd place out of 21 teams from all over the country. The competition comprises 2 rounds of jumping in different rings, with the second round fences increased in height. The scores of the best 3 riders in each round are combined for an overall team result.
September 2010
Special mention also goes to Holly Neat who also competed as an individual rider on Toomore Jasmine in the Junior Intermediate Class, and achieved a commendable 4th place out of over 90 riders.
Club chairman Alison Geary who was at the event praised the girls for their representing the club.
July news July 2010
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MDRC JUNIOR NOVICE SJ TEAM
WHO WON THE AREA 3 QUALIFIER
...held at Lakes Riding Club in June and have qualified for the
National Championships in Lincoln in September
The Winning team (pictured right) comprised
Holly Neat on Bowhaylands Mix and Match
Jess Brodie on Humble Traveller
Rachel Harley on Rockafella
Amelia German on Morlena Ceri
Holly Neat also went on to win the Junior Open class as an individual
riding Toomore Jasmine so will also represent the club individually
at the championships.
CONGRATULATIONS to the following MDRC members who were placed at this years UK Showing Premier Riding Club Championship show held at Bold Heath.
Michelle Riley – 3rd place in Section D Yearling
Joanne Lee – 2nd place in Section D and 3rd place in Ridden Hunter
MDRC 8TH August Show will be run in association with Peak Pony Club who will be awarding Peak rosettes to their members in all of the showing classes held in Rings 3 and 4. Peak pony club members will be eligible to pay members entry fees on production of their pony club membership card.
MDRC Open Dressage on 22nd August is a Veteran Horse Society Qualifier
MDRC Hunter Trials – Schedule now available – remember places are limited and entries filled up fast, so if you want to take part – please enter early! We are also glad of helpers to fence judge at this event, so if you want to be involved and support the club, please contact Alison Geary – 07718 724261
SCHEDULES - Schedules
- Entry fees
- RING 1
- RING 2
- RING 3
- RING 4
- RING 5
Entry fees Advance Entry Form 2011.pdf
We strongly recommend that you DO NOT put cash in the post
Entry Fees
Entries in advance (subject to availability) Members Non-Members
All classes £4.00/class £6.50/class
(except 7-Barrel & Gymkhana)
Gymkhana & 7-Barrel £2.50/class
Members only: Enter 4 classes get a 5th entry free (ADVANCE ENTRIES ONLY)
Entries on the day (subject to availability) Members Non-Members
All classes £5.00/class £7.50/class
(except 7-Barrel & Gymkhana)
Gymkhana & 7-Barrel £3.00/all competitors per class
Clear round £2.00 per round
Entries in Advance to be received by the Wednesday prior to show and to contain the following information:
Name of horse/pony Membership No. (if appl.)
Height of horse/pony Classes entered
Name, address and phone number Correct entry fees
Email address
CHEQUES PAYABLE TO MACCLESFIELD & DISTRICT RIDING CLUB with ADDRESS OF COMPETITOR ON THE REVERSE, ENTRIES TO:
MRS ELIZABETH PEARCE
GREEN GUTTER HEAD FARM
QUARNFORD
BUXTON
DERBYSHIRE
SK17 0SZ
ENTRY FEES – OTHER EVENTS
Class charges for all other events are stated on the individual schedule
Note they may also list an alternative contact for entry forms
RING 1 RING 1 - Showjumping
Approx height
Starts 9.30am prompt
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
Class 4
Class 5
Class 6
Class 7
Class 8
Double Clear (Any age, any height)
Junior Novice* (Not to have attained 16th birthday as at 01.01.10)
Senior Novice*
Improvers** (may be split juniors/seniors if sufficient entries)
Intermediate (any age, any height) (may be split juniors/seniors if sufficient entries)
MDRC Challenge (may be split juniors/seniors if sufficient entries)
Allcomers (may be split juniors/seniors if sufficient entries)
Open (may be split juniors/seniors if sufficient entries)
2'0" / 65cm
2'3" / 70cm
2'6" / 75cm
2'6" / 75cm
2'9" / 85cm
3'0" / 90cm
3'3" / 1.00m
3'6" / 1.05m
Notes for Ring 1 Competitors:
The first 2 fences will not exceed the height stated. All heights are approximate.
Double Clear will be run over 2 separate rounds; with those competitors clear in the first round, re-entering the ring once the fences have been raised.
*Definition of a novice: Horse/pony and rider not to have been placed 1st as a combination, except in beginners or pre-novice. The Novice class is designed purely for Novice combinations who are starting in Ring 1. Competitors jumping in this class cannot jump as a combination in classes 6, 7, or 8 at the same show.
**The Improvers class is designed for Novice combinations who are not yet ready to jump the bigger classes. Competitors jumping in this class cannot jump as a combination in classes 7, or 8 at the same show.
Classes may be combined if insufficient entries.
If high level entries, we have the option to run as a 2-phase competition
All classes except Class 1 are qualifiers for The Championships of Great Britain.
Competitors jumping in Ring 1 are not permitted to jump in Ring 2 on that day with the
exception of classes 1, 2 and 3.
BRITISH RIDING CLUB RULES APPLY OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE WILL NOT BE TOLERATED
RING 2 RING 2 - Showjumping / Games
Approx height
Starts 9.30am prompt
Class 9
0
Class 10
Class 11
Class 12
Class 13
Class 14
Class 15
Classes
16, 17, 18
Class 19
Clear round 9.30–10.30am
Youngsters Jumping (10 years and under as at 01.01.11)
(Lead rein competitors will be judged separately)
Beginners (Genuine beginners only)
Starters Stakes
Ride and Run (Against the Clock – one rider one runner) See rules
Pre Novice
Joker Challenge (one round against the clock with Joker Fence) See rules
Mini Open
Open Gymkhana Games (Time and Weather permitting)
7-Barrel Jumping (Time permitting)
1'9"/60cm–2'0"/65cm
1'6" / 55cm
1'6" / 55cm
1'9" / 55cm
1'6" / 55cm - 2'0" / 65cm
2'0" / 65cm
2'0" / 65cm
2'3" / 70cm
Notes for Ring 2 Competitors: The first two fences will not exceed the height stated. All heights are approximate.
Class 9 - As an exception to General Rule 13 True Beginners may enter this class on the lead rein -
even if they are competing in other classes on the show ground off the lead rein.
Lead Rein: Please ensure you are aware of Rule 13 and the specifications detailed above.
Class 11: Anyone winning this class is not permitted to compete in it the following year.
Class 12 – Ride and Run – Against the Clock - Rider will jump whole course and then land after the last fence –
Runner then jumps whole course – Time stops when runner jumps the last fence
Class 14 – Joker Challenge – This will be one round against the clock with a Joker Fence as the last fence set 6 higher than the rest. 10 Seconds will be knocked off final time for clearing the Joker and 10 Seconds added on to final time If you knock it down.
Definition of Beginners: Classes in Ring 2 are designated for genuine beginners, both riders and horses. Genuine Beginners only will be allowed to compete, i.e. not having been placed in any show jumping competition other than the lead rein and youngsters before 01.01.11. Anyone having won Beginners is still able to ride in Ring 2, but cannot compete again in beginners class.
All Classes in Ring 2 except Class 9, 16, 17, 18 and 19 may be split into Junior/Senior sections if numbers permit
Competitors jumping in Ring 2 are not permitted to jump in Ring 1, as a combination, on that day with the exception of classes 1, 2 and 3 in Ring 1.
No spurs allowed in any classes in Ring 2. BRITISH RIDING CLUB RULES APPLY
RING 3 RING 3 - In Hand Showing
Starts 10am prompt
Class 20
Class 21
Class 22
Class 23
Class 24
Championship
Class 25
Class 26
Class 27
Class 28
Class 29
Class 30
Class 31
Championship
Best Turned Out
Young Handler (12 yrs and under, capable handlers only, no parental assistance please)
Bonny Pony 14.2hh and under
Pony with the cheekiest face
Pony judge would most like to take home
Competitors placed 1st that day in classes 20-24
LUNCH
Youngstock (1, 2 & 3 Years - NO COLTS) Please refer to Rule 25
Mountain and Moorland
Coloured including Palomino, Dun and Spotted
Veteran (15 years or older) Please refer to Rule 25
Cob / Cob type
Best Mare
Best Gelding
Competitors placed 1st that day in classes 25-31
All Handlers to be appropriately dressed with suitable headwear and footwear.
RING 4 RING 4 - Ridden Showing
Starts 9.30am prompt
Class 32
Class 33
Class 34
Class 35
Class 36
Class 37
Championship
Class 38
Class 39
Class 40
Class 41
Class 42
Class 43
Class 44
Class 45
Championship
Best Turned Out (Any age/height)
Lead Rein Equitation (not to have attained 9th birthday as at 01.01.10) Lead rein on noseband only
Youngsters Equitation (10 yrs and under as at 01.01.10) Riders must be able to walk and trot off lead
Beginners Equitation (Not to have been placed in any equitation class except lead rein, as a combination before 1.1.11)
Junior Equitation (11-16yrs as at 01.01.10)
Senior Equitation (Riders 16 yrs and over as at 01.01.10)
Competitors placed 1st that day from classes 32-37
Riding Club Horse/Pony jump to be included snaffle bridle only, no spurs or martingale
Novice Riding Horse/Pony Horse/Pony 6 yrs and under (snaffle only, no spurs)
Ridden Show Pony 14.2 hh (148cm) and under
Open Ridden Showing Over 14.2 hh (148cm)
Ridden Coloured Including Palomino, Dun and Spotted (class to be split if sufficient entries)
Ridden Veteran (15 years or older) Please refer to rule 25
Ridden Mountain and Moorland (Natural State, may be split if sufficient entries)
Ridden Cob/Cob Type
Competitors placed 1st that day from classes 38-45
Notes for Ring 4 Competitors:
Lead Rein: Please ensure you are aware of Rule 13 and the specifications detailed above.
All equitation to be ridden in a snaffle bridle only.
Lunch will be taken at the Judge's discretion.
RING 5 RING 5 - Working Hunter
Approx height
Starts 9.00am prompt
Class 45
Class 46
Class 47
Class 48
Class 49
Class 50
Class 51
Class 52
Clear Round 9.00–10.00am
Absolute Beginners Working Hunter No spurs
Novice Working Hunter No Spurs
Mountain and Moorland Natural state
Ridden Hunter / Hunter Type 15hh and Under
Ridden Hunter / Hunter Type Over 15hh
Working Hunter Style & Performance (note different format / rules, see below)
Working Hunter15hh and Under
Working Hunter Over 15hh
1'9"/60cm–2'/65cm
2'3"/70cm–2'6"/75cm
2'3"/70cm–2'6"/75cm
2'3"/70cm–2'6"/75cm
2'9"/85cm–3'0"/90cm
3'0"/90cm–3'3"/1.00m
Notes for Ring 5 Competitors:
All classes except Class 51 follow standard Working Hunter Format and Rules
Class 46 – May only enter classes 47, 48 or 51
Class 48 - Will be split into large/small breeds if sufficient entries
Class 47 – Horse and rider not to have been placed 1st as a combination in working hunter class before 01.01.11 – except beginners). May only enter Classes 48 and 51
Class 51 - See specific Format and Rules for this class
Class 46, 47 and 51 – Will be split into 15hh and under / over15hh if sufficient entries
Lunch will be taken at the Judge's discretion.
Class 51 : Working Hunter Style & Performance Class Format / Rules
PHASE 1 – Turnout and Show (max mark 35)
Overall Turnout of Horse and Rider (20 marks).
Freestyle Show (15 marks) short show to include walk, trot, canter and extension (note a set show may be given by judge).
Judged on horses paces/freedom of action, performance and riders effectiveness
PHASE 2 – Jumping - (max mark 65)
Course 8 fences including one combination - 50 marks -
deductions 10 per knock down / 15 first refusal / 20 second refusal / elimination third refusal.
Jumping style (max mark 15)
Judged on style and performance of horse and rider whilst jumping.
PHASE 3 – Group Work (max mark 20)
Judged on horses manners and overall style and performance of horse and rider during group work.
Jumping boots optional - if worn, they must be worn for all phases
Hunter Trials Rules Guidelines for riders.pdf
MRDC SUPPORTERS MDRC Supporters Team - New for 2011
Team Coordinator - Angela Eardley
As a growing and active riding club, striving to provide a high standard of events and activities for our members, the MDRC Committee are being stretched to deliver our planned programme of events, especially when we put on
additional activities like area qualifier competitions and championships.
We understand that there are a number of people who are interested in getting involved and would like to help out, but do not want to commit to a full role on the committee. So to answer this, we are setting up a new team in 2011
- The MDRC Supporters.
This will allow members, friends and colleagues of MDRC to become (a little) more involved with the club, and
here's an overview of what's involved ....
Those on the team will be able to input to the running of the club via the Supporters Team Coordinator and be kept aware of the general running of the club and detailed activities of our shows and events.
They will be called upon to help or work with committee members on specific events and activities, to be more involved in our shows (indoor and outdoor) and to get involved in the running of some of our bigger events like the Hunter Trials and One-Day-Event. They can also support the club teams at area events, helping out, keeping scores and cheering on our riders!!
We can't offer much as a reward, because like the committee, we hope you want to do this out of the goodness of your heart in support of the club, but where possible small incentives may be provided .
If you are interested in joining the team or would like to talk more about how you can become involve,
contact Angela Eardley on 01260 227393 / 07887 995770
MEMBERSHIP Membership
The annual subscription runs from 1st January, expiring on 31st December.
Membership is split into three age groups.
Youngster: Not to have attained 11th birthday as at 01.01.11 (for lead rein, not have attained 9th birthday as at 01.01.11)
Junior: Not to have attained 16th birthday at 01.01.11
Senior: 16 years and over as at 01.01.11
Membership cost is £24.00 per person (from 1st January 2011).
To apply for membership, please download and complete the membership form (below) and return it to:
Mrs Barbara Parry
HOLLY CROFT FARM
KNUTSFORD ROAD
CRANAGE
CW4 8ER
You will receive a printed copy of the MDRC schedule along with your individual club number to be used at the 6 summer outdoor shows.
You will also receive your individual membership card for British Riding Clubs.
This entitles you to pay membership rates at other BRC clubs, those locally to MDRC are Wilmslow Riding Club and Chapel Riding Club.
Membership form 2012.pdf
RULES Rules
1. Everybody mounted on the show ground must wear protective headgear that includes a permanently fitted, non-detachable retaining harness that must be securely fastened. All competitors must wear this headgear when showing in-hand, including leaders in Lead Rein classes, with the exception of leaders in Lead Rein Equitation. It is strongly recommended that hats conform to the new standards; EN1384 (kite marked) or PAS015.2. Regulation whips only to be used, not exceeding 30". A judge may exclude any competitor from any class if, in his or her opinion, the aids used are incorrect.3. Competitors should ensure that the correct attire is worn. a. Light coloured jodhpurs b. Riding/hacking jacket (fastened) c. Stock/tie d. Long or short riding boots with a suitable heel e. Long hair should be tied or netted securely back.4. Every member or their representative must complete a duty day as allocated, or a penalty will be imposed.5. No competitor will be permitted to enter a ring unless wearing a legible number. Members should provide their own bib or number with their club number clearly marked.6. Any person ill treating any horse or pony, or riding in a dangerous manner will be disqualified and told to leave the show ground without refunds.7. The committee reserve the right to disqualify the owner or rider for any act of discourtesy to the committee or officials and to ban the offender from future events.8. When not in a ring or designated warm up area, horses and ponies must only be ridden at a walk9. A rider may enter more than one horse in any event, where suitable, but no horse can be entered in the same class more than once.10. No stallions or colts allowed on the show ground.11. No horse or pony must be left unattended at any time.12. Riders age at 01.01.11. Members cannot change age sections during the season, with the exception of Lead Rein.13. Competitors entering a show on the Lead Rein are confined to it throughout the show and must remain on it whilst on the show ground. Those competitors wishing to come off the Lead Rein during the show may do so, but they can only return to it at the committee's discretion. Lead rein competitors not to have attained 9th birthday as at 01.01.11. Rules apply with the exception for Lead Rein Jumping (see ring 2 rules).14. All protests and objections must be made in writing, stating the grounds for such objection, within 30 minutes of the result being declared and must be accompanied by a £10.00 deposit only refundable if the objection is upheld at the next committee meeting.15. The decision of the judge is final and no competitor or spectator may approach the judge on the field over the decision.16. The committee reserve the right to divide or combine any class, or reduce the number of prizes, due to the number of entries.17. In all Show Jumping classes BRC rules apply.18. In all Showing classes BHS rules apply.19. No bikes to be ridden on the show ground.20. All dogs must be kept on a short lead at all times and, if possible, restrained from barking at the ring side.21. Please take all your litter home and ensure the area around your trailer/horse box is left tidy.22. Entry fees will only be refunded on the production of a valid doctors/vets certificate.23. Proof of posting does not mean proof of receipt. If your entries do not appear in any class we must assume that your entries have been lost in the post and it will be necessary for you to re-enter.24. Errors and enquires must be dealt with at the office as no rider will be allowed to enter a ring unless their name appears on the sheet.25. Minimum age of equines: Ridden 3yrs, jumping 4 yrs. Please note – horses will be deemed to change age as of 01/01, as per breed society rules.26. Macclesfield and District Riding Club and the committee disclaim any responsibility for loss, injury or damage to persons, animals or property howsoever caused.27. The club has a Health & Safety policy. We recommend that members and competitors make themselves aware of this policy (available from the office bottom of screen)28. Competitors in absolute beginners, pre-novice and junior novice classes cannot wear spurs. Within Ring 2, no spurs allowed in any class.29. Length of spurs not to exceed 2cm and must be fitted correctly. No rowel spurs allowed.30. Only leather or synthetic bridles allowed.31. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied at the showground by an adult at all times to comply with our Health and Safety policy. Any unaccompanied children will NOT be allowed to compete as the adult will be responsible for their entries. (adult signature required on entry form)IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE RIDER TO ENSURE THEY ARE AWARE OF THE RULES THAT APPLY TO ANY CLASS THEY ENTERIF ANY MEMBER OF THE COMMITTEE OR JUDGE HAS CONCERNS ABOUT THE WELFARE OF A HORSE, THEY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CHALLENGE ENTRY TO A CLASS.Individual Ring Rules also apply, schedules page
POINTS l CHAMPIONSHIPS POINTS / CHAMPIONSHIPS
Club Season Championships
MDRC run a number of Club Championships throughout the year – see details below.
We hold our annual presentation evening in November where all the trophies and awards for the championships are awarded. Additional awards are also presented for overall placings in individual rings and across the Mountain and Moorland classes.
Summer Season Championships
During our 6 outdoor summer shows, all members who are placed in their classes receive points towards our end of season championship. Points are allocated to horse and rider combinations as follows
All Classes except Gymkhana Games
1st Place – 10 points 4th Place – 4 points
2nd Place – 8 points 5th Place – 2 points
3rd Place – 6 points 6th Place – 1 point
Participation - 1 point
Gymkhana Games
1st Place – 4 points 3rd Place – 2 points
2nd Place – 3 points 4th Place – 1 point
Participation - 1 point
Notes – If only one competitor entered, one point will be awarded for particiaton.
To qualify for a championship trophy, you must have competed in a specified class in at least three shows.
Points will not be awarded retrospectively to anyone joining part way through the season.
Points standings will not be given out during the season.
Winter Series Championships
During our 4 indoor shows, Dressage, Show Jumping, Showing and Working Hunter.
All members who are placed in their classes receive points towards our end of winter series championship. Points are allocated to horse and rider combinations on the same basis as the summer shows
Dressage Championships
There is a separate dressage championship combining results from the outdoor summer dressage and the indoor winter dressage, with awards separately for juniors and seniors.
All members (horse an rider combinations) who are placed in the dressage classes are allocated points on the same basis as the summer show.
Please ask the appropriate committee member if are unsure of the points system.
