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SHOW JUMPING SCHEDULE 2026

All classes are run under British Riding Club and S&DRC rules.

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Start Time:  10 am (Evening Show Jumping Start Time – approximately 5.30 pm)

Check online entries for closing date and time (usually two days prior to event).

NameMAX HEIGHTSponsor
CLEAR ROUNDX-poles 
In HandX-poles 
Lead ReinX-poles 
Let LooseX-poles 
40 cm – Ponies40 cmHomemade by AH
40 cm – Horses40 cm 
Starter Stakes – Pony50 cmCreebridge Veterinary Centre
Starter Stakes – Horse50 cmRMC Roofing and Building Ltd
Pre Beginner Pony60 cmNFU Mutual Ayr & Stranraer
Pre Beginner Horse60 cmWigtownshire County Golf Club
Beginner Pony70 cmMontpelier Accountants
Beginner Horse70 cmWBS Signs and Graphics
Novice Pony80 cmRuth McGarry, BHS Accredited Coach
Novice Horse80 cmMurray Crawford, Farrier
Small Intermediate Pony90 cmTarff Valley Ltd
Small Intermediate Horse90 cmTerally Equestrian Centre
Intermediate Pony1 m 
Intermediate Horse1 m 
Open – Ponies & Horses1.05/1.10m 

In Hand.  Horses/Ponies 4 years old or over.  Leaders must wear hat to current standard.

Let Loose.  For combinations coming off lead rein.  Assistant allowed in ring to give verbal assistance only – no leading.

Juniors:  17 years and under.

ENTRY FEES (plus online booking fee = 80p):            Members                 Non Members

    Clear Round                                                     £3.00                            £3.00

    Classes                                                            £5.00                            £8.00

No additional entries can be taken once the class has started.

Competitors may enter up to three consecutive classes.

Show Jumping Rules

All classes run two phase, with the exception of the In Hand and Lead Rein class, which is one round timed.  Riders achieving a clear round go straight into a timed second round (or jump off).  Riders with faults do not go on to the second round.

Clear round limited to one entry per combination, although if time permitting a second clear round may be possible.

Adults riding ponies must compete in Horse classes.

Withdrawals after close of entry will not be refunded.

Eligibility Rules Summary  (See BRC 2026 Rule Book for full rules.)

70 cm class* – No BE or BE Foundation points, no BS points or BS Club points gained at 90 cm or above and riders not to have completed at BE100 or BRC 100 in the current or previous year.

80 cm class* – No more than 5 BE points or 75 BS points.

90 cm class* – No more than 20 BE points or 500 BS points.

100 cm class* – No more than 60 BE points or 999 BS points.

Notional points gained in 70 cm and 80 cm classes held at BS Intro Shows do not count.  BS Club points gained at any level will not be counted except for 70 cm SJ.

Riders who have completed under FEI rules and horses that have competed at BE90 or above – please check BRC Rule Book for eligibility.

JUNIOR COMBINATIONS (pony AND rider) with points in excess of those listed above may compete at Stranraer & District RC show jumping events at 70 cm and above.

Any horse/rider combination that has won four firsts in the same class (50 cm, 60 cm or 70 cm) during the current and preceding season, which has four or more entries in the class, must move up to the next height class. 

Only one horse/pony and rider combination may compete in the same class.  Another rider may compete later in the class HC.  Lead Rein Class and Let Loose only – up to 3 riders may compete on the same pony.

Dress code as per British Riding Club rules.  At Club Show Jumping competitions Smart Riding / Show Jackets or Tweed Jackets are permitted, along with S&DRC sweatshirt or jacket.  BS (British Showjumping) jackets and hoodies are not permitted.

Spurs not to be worn by Junior members unless the Club’s pro forma is completed by a qualified instructor, accredited coach or Pony Club DC and submitted to the Secretary.

Summer Points League will again run this year, over all show jumping dates – including Combined Training competitions.  Points League Trophies will be presented for each individual show jumping class at the Club’s Annual General Meeting at the end of the season.

Points:   1st = 6     2nd = 5     3rd = 4      4th = 3     5th = 2     6th = 1

Dressage – 26th May 2026

Stranraer & District Riding Club’s first dressage evening of the season was held in glorious sunshine with a lovely breeze.  There was a good turnout of competitors, including some new combinations.

Thanks to judge Fran Dove, writer Jill Gilchrist and steward Sheena Townley-Malyon.

Our next event is show jumping on Sunday 7th June – follow the Club’s Facebook page and website for more information.

Intro 1 Juniors

1st Cara Dabner and Dylan (62.27%)

Intro 1 Seniors

1st Esther Smith and Danada  (64.09%)

2nd Shirley Panter and Capitano HK  (64.09%)

3rd Katie Macdonald and Maddie  (63.63%)

4th Julie Pedley and Eden Aztec  (60.23%)

Prelim 1 Juniors

1st Cara Dabner and Dylan  (66.4%)

Prelim 1 Seniors

1st Emily Galloway and Ellie   (69%)

2nd Esther Smith and Danada  (65%)

Prelim 2

1st Emily Galloway and Ellie  (71.74%)

2nd Debs Millington and Lily  (66.52%)

Novice 1

1st Debs Millington and Lily  (70.8%) See less

Dressage – 26th May 2026

Gates will be open from 5 pm.           Warm up is in big field.

5.45 pm        Intro 1 (2024)            Julie Pedley                 Eden Aztec

5.52 pm        Intro 1  (2024)          Cara Dabner (JNR)      Dylan

6 pm            Intro 1 (2024)           Shirley Panter              Capitano HK

6.07 pm        Intro 1 (2024)            Esther Smith                Danada

6.20 pm        Prelim 1 (2024)          Esther Smith                Danada

6.27 pm        Prelim 1 (2024)          Cara Dabner (JNR)      Dylan

6.33 pm        Prelim 1 (2024)          Emily Galloway            Ellie

6.45 pm        Prelim 2 (2024)         Debs Millington            Lily

6.52 pm        Prelim 2 (2024)          Emily Galloway            Ellie

7.05 pm        Novice 1 (2024)         Debs Millington            Lily

Clear Rounds over Hunt Cross Course

Tuesday 26th May 2026 – 2.30 – 5.30 pm

£10 for S&DRC members (30 minutes).

£20 for non members (30 minutes).

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Hunt Cross

The weather was glorious – a beautiful day to start the season.

The course, designed and built by Julie Pedley, with assistance from Kim, Angela and Sheena, was lovely and appreciated by everyone.

Thank you to all the helpers on the day, without whom we wouldn’t be able to run these events – Julie, Angela, Chloe, Kim, Rachael, Ailsa, Ami, Sheena, Jill, Andrew and Jim.

Well done to all the competitors and thank you for your support.

In Hand  – x poles

1st Cara Dabner and Tinka.

Let Loose – Ponies

1st Jade Inwood and Carltonlima Britney.

50 cm Ponies

1st Aria McLachlan and Lady Ginerva

2nd Jade Inwood and Carltonlima Britney

3rd Jade Inwood and Carltonlima Arabella

60 cm Ponies

1st Aria McLachlan and Lady Ginerva

2nd Cara Dabner and Cosmic Astec

80 cm Ponies

1st Emilia Petrucci and Oscar

Dressage

Tuesday 26th May 2026 at Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, DG9 8AQ

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Judge:  Mrs Fran Dove

Class 1       Intro 1 (2024)

Class 2       Prelim 1 (2024)

Class 3 Prelim 2 (2024)

Class 4        Novice 1 (2024)

Entries for all classes close at 12 noon on day before competition (Monday).

Times will be given for dressage classes on the website (stranraer-ridingclub.co.uk) on Wednesday evening prior to competition.

The competition will be run under British Riding Club Rules.  Points League event.

Dress Down Dressage OR Plait and wear competition gear – your choice.

Entry Fees     (plus 80p per online order)S&DRC MemberNon Member
Dressage test£7.00£10.00

It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure they are wearing hats(and body protectors, if worn) to the correct standard.

  • Riders may wear ordinary riding gear (dress down dressage), and there is no requirement to plait your horse/pony, unless you wish to plait.  Riders must not wear hoodies, or any clothing with a hood.
  • Riders who wish to plait their horse/pony and abide by BRC dress guidelines will be entered for the new Trophy for best turned out, to be awarded at the AGM.

Withdrawals after close of entry will not be refunded.

Event Organiser:   Jill Gilchrist  (07525 070 648)

Ride on Grass

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Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, DG9 8SQ on Saturday 16th May 2026 – 11 am – 3 pm

No jumps – just the opportunity to have a ride in a large grass field before the start of the season.  Ideal for young horses and ponies, or to get out on grass before the summer season.

If you would like the whole field to yourself, without any other horses and riders, please state this when booking and we will do our best to accommodate.

£5 per horse and rider for 30 minutes in advance.  Includes tea/coffee and light refreshments.

Online bookings close on Wednesday 13th May.  Times will be issued on Thursday evening.

If there are spaces available after Wednesday, cost will be £10 per horse and rider for 30 minutes.

Non BRC members must have Public Liability Insurance (or be a member of The Pony Club, or Gold Member of The BHS, etc).

No booking fee is being charged for these sessions.

It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure they are wearing hats (and body protectors, if worn) to the correct standard.  Proper riding boots must be worn.

No refunds will be issued.

Hunt Cross

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STRANRAER AND DISTRICT RIDING CLUB

* * * * *  HUNT CROSS  * * * * *

at Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, Stranraer, DG9 8SQ

Sunday 24th May 2026                 10.30 am START

1 – X Poles – In Hand – shortened course.

2 – X Poles – Lead Rein – shortened course.

3 – X Poles – Let Loose* – shortened course.

4 – 50 cm – class split horses and ponies

5 – 60 cm – class split horses and ponies

6 – 70 cm – class split horses and ponies

7 – 80 cm – class split horses and ponies

8 – 90 cm – class split horses and ponies

9 – 1 m – class split horses and ponies

*  Let Loose – assistance (verbal) on course allowed. 

Classes 3 – 9 will be split Horses (seniors & juniors) / Ponies (juniors only).  Adults competing on ponies must enter Horse classes. 

Juniors:  17 years of age or under.

Trophies will be presented to the winners in classes 3 – 9.      Rosettes 1st – 6th.

Entry FeesS&D RC MembersNon Members
Classes 1, 2 and 3 (x poles over shortened course)£6£9
Classes 4 – 9£10£15

Withdrawals after close of entry will not be refunded.

RULES

  1. This competition is run in accordance with current British Riding Club rules.  First Aid cover provided.
  2. The competition consists of showjumps on a cross country course, with no fixed fences.  The closest to the optimum time round the course will win.  20 seconds will be added to the time for each knock down.  There will be no more than 12 jumping efforts in each class. 
  3. Excessive speed and/or dangerous riding will result in elimination.  Competitors exceeding the time limit or who are eliminated at any jump may be allowed to complete the course at the fence judge’s discretion but must not impede the progress of following competitors.
  4. Competitors may enter up to two consecutive classes.  Course to be walked on the day.
  5. Riders when mounted must wear a hard hat which meets the current standards set by BRC.  Level 3 body protectors must be worn.  XC colours may be worn (no hoodies).
  6. It is the rider’s responsibility to make sure they comply with the current BRC rules for hats and body protectors.  Information at:  https://www.bhs.org.uk/british-riding-clubs/brc-handbook/
  7. Mobile Phones and watches with a stopwatch type function are not permitted on the course. 
  8. Spurs not to be worn by junior members (unless approved for use by a qualified instructor / Pony Club DC).
  9. There will be a £10 CASH refundable deposit charged for numbers ON COLLECTION.

COMPLAINT PROCEDURE:  Any complaint or objection relating to the event must be lodged in writing, including name and address of the sender, with the secretary and accompanied by a fee of £25 within one hour of the results being announced.  The correspondence will be considered by the office bearers and the decision notified in writing to the complainant within seven days. 

HEALTH AND SAFETY:  The Organiser of this event has taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present.  For these measures to be effective, everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructions of the organiser and all officials and stewards.

DISCLAIMER:  All vehicles are parked at owners’ risk.  The BRC / event organisers do not accept any liability for any accidents, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, riders, spectators, land or any other person or property whatsoever.

INSURANCE:  Please note:  Non BRC members are not covered by the BRC insurance policy.  It is mandatory for anyone attending this event to have public liability (3rd party) insurance and provide proof of valid PL insurance.

PHOTOGRAPHS:  Official photographs and video will be taken at this event and may be published on websites, social media or in other publications.  If you do not want your image(s) to be used, please inform the event secretary at least 48 hours in advance.

You agree that we may publish your Personal Information as part of the results of the Event and may pass such information to the governing body or any affiliated organisation for the purpose of insurance, licences or for publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events.  Results may include (but not be limited to) name, town, any club affiliation, times and age category.

All dogs to be kept on a short lead at all times.  Scoop the poop!

Approximate times will be published on the website on 22nd May (evening):  www.stranraer-ridingclub.co.uk

ENTRIES CLOSE:  Thursday 21st May           https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stranraerdistrictridingclub/

If you wish to enter by phone, please contact Jane McDowall on 07717 758 638.

Event Organiser:  Julie Pedley  (07712 483 727)

2026 Events

Events will be pre-entry with times issued in advance.

All under-noted events will be held at Castlefields, unless stated otherwise.

Schedules and more details to follow.

  • May (date TBC) – Social Ride in Grass Field
  • Sunday 24th May – Hunt Cross
  • Tuesday 26th May – Evening Dressage
  • Sunday 7th June – Show Jumping – CANCELLED
  • Tuesday 9th June – Pole Clinic with Kara Bolik
  • Tuesday 16th June – Show Jumping (evening) – NEW DATE
  • Tuesday 30th June – Evening Dressage – CANCELLED
  • Saturday 4th July – Show Jumping – CANCELLED
  • Tuesday 7th July – Evening Dressage – NEW DATE
  • Saturday 11th July – Show Jumping Training with Becca Peacock
  • Sunday 12th July – Show Jumping – NEW DATE
  • Tuesday 21st July – Evening Dressage
  • Wednesday 29th July – Show Jumping at Stranraer Show
  • August (date TBC) – Hack
  • Saturday 8th August – Show Jumping
  • Tuesday 18th August – Evening Dressage
  • Saturday 22nd August – TRAINING – NEW DATE
  • Sunday 23rd August – Charity Show Jumping
  • Sunday 6th September – Charity Show

Retiral of Chairman

Jill Gilchrist stood down from the chair after two years and was presented with flowers and chocolates as a token of appreciation by incoming chairman Julie Pedley.