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886: Open Working Hunter Class for 4 year olds or over, 153cms or over

Equestrian ➤ Horses ➤ Working Hunter Horses Sun 17th Aug 2025
Sponsored by
Ballon Meats
Ballon Meats
Browne Corrigan

The course will consist of natural type fences with sensible filling. It will have a combination of upright and spread fences and will include a double. A small gate or water fence may also be included. Max height 1metre. The same rider must ride the horse throughout. Horses entered in the Open Working Hunter Class may not enter in the Novice Working Hunter Class.

Equestrian - Opening Notes

Exhibitors please note:

  • Numbers will not be sent out but can be collected in the Horse Secretary Tent on the morning of the Show.
  • Horse boxes and Trailers, please follow road signs and Stewards directions on show day.
  • It is a requirement for all equines to travel with their passports. 
  • Equine premises number must accompany all entries.
  • While every effort has been made to avoid clashing, events on Show Day may cause classes to run late. 
  • Competitiors are asked to be on time.
  •  Lead Rein classes must be led by a person over 16 years of age (no age limit for the child on horse's back)
  • Riding independently classes (child must be 5 years old)
  • Inhand classes (child must be 5 years old)
  • Working Hunter over fences under 300mm (child must be 6 years old)

Note: Juniors- Don't forget to look at Junior classes in other sections of the show

NO CARRIAGE DRIVING THIS YEAR

 

HORSE AND PONY TIMETABLE 2025

RING

TIME

CLASSES

1

9:30am

Ridden Hunters       

2:30pm

Racehorse to Riding Horse

2

9:30am

Ridden Pony (Equitation)

3

9:30am

Working Hunter Pony Jump Phase

2:30pm

Working Hunter Novice class followed by Open Class

4

9:30am

Working Hunter Pony Show Phase

2pm

Lead Rein and Fancy Dress

5

10am

In Hand Pony; Breeding & Young Stock, Connemara, Kerry Bog and Welsh  

2pm

Miniature Horses

6

10am

Mares & Foals

3pm

Young Horses

PLEASE NOTE: Rings will begin on time. Please be on time for your classes to keep things moving. It is up to competitiors to be at the ring for the start of their classes. Rings and times are subject to change.


IMPORTANT NOTICE

  • Horse riding is a dangerous sport and all competitors in ridden classes are strongly advised, for their own safety, to wear appropriate head gear which complies to up-to-date safety standards.
  • Exhibitors are advised to ensure that their public liability policy covers the exhibition of livestock at Public Shows.
  • On arrival at the showground the driver and one handler per vehicle will be admitted free. All other passengers must pay. 
  • Horse Boxes & Lorries only in Equestrian Parking Area.

 

Working Hunter Horses - Opening Notes

Ring 3 at 2.30pm 

 

  • FANNING PERPETUAL CUP to the winner of the Open Working Hunter Class
  • Lead Rein classes must be led by a person over 16 years of age (no age limit for the child on horse's back)
  • Riding independently classes (child must be 5 years old)
  • Inhand classes (child must be 5 years old)
  • Working Hunter over fences under 300mm (child must be 6 years old)

No entries permitted on day of event.

Location:  
Horse Arena
Entry Fee:  
€20.00
Date:  
Sun, 17th Aug, 2025
Start Time:  
9:30 am
Prizes:   1st - €150.00 , 2nd - €100.00 , 3rd - €50.00

 

 

 

 

 

Working Hunter Horses - Closing Notes