We are thrilled that you can join us this weekend, be it as a competitor, groom, spectator or one of our fabulous volunteers. We have such a variety of disciplines to enjoy, there really is something for everyone.
We are pleased to welcome SEIB as the title sponsor for this Championships.
Our sponsors are so important to the future of our sport, we couldn’t do it without them and are incredibly grateful for their continued support.
As always, a huge thank you must go to our incredible volunteers who work tirelessly to ensure the smooth running of our events.
Whatever capacity you are with us in this weekend, I hope you have a lovely time.
Best of luck!
Jennie Jennie Pallett BRC Competitions Manager
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Officials and Judges 2024
Rachael Hollely-Thompson
Head of BRC & Editor of
Rider Magazine
Megan Morris
BRC Operations Manager
Jennie Pallett
BRC Competitions Manager
Eleanor McMahon-Brown
BRC Digital & Marketing Coordinator
Beth Goff
BRC Competitions Coordinator
Merlin Perlo
BRC Competitions Coordinator
Olivia Walker
BRC Administrator
Emily Palmer
BRC Competitions Administrator
Sophie Taylor
BRC Membership Administrator
Championship Director
Rachael Hollely- Thompson
Official Steward
Roy Turner
Ground Jury
Rachael Hollely-Thompson
Jennie Pallett
Roy Turner
Secretary
Merlin Perlo
Olivia Walker
Sophie Taylor
Declarations
Beth Goff
Emily Palmer
Stable Manager
Megan Morris
Facilities and logistics officer
Tony Parker
Health & Safety Officer
Ryan Searle
Horse Ambulance
Gilly Jones
Vet
608 Equine & Farm Vets
Farrier
c/o Ben Benson Farriery
First Aid
Event Medical Services
Challenge showjumping course builder
Nick Staines
Combined Training course builder
Colin Ellison
XC Course Builder & Fence Repair
Andrew Hunter & Team
Commentators
Jane Fisher
Nick West
Judges
Steve Johnson
Charlotte Quinn-Smith
Helen Roberts
Rachel Horton-Barr
Collecting Ring Stewards
Becky Rayner
Darren Miller
Scorers
Carolyn Luckham
Katie Pittaway
Mary Bates
Jane Skeats
Loulie Secker
Combined Training
Chief Dressage Steward
Hilary McKenna
Dressage Stewards
Cathy Hughes
Ann Wilson
Dressage Judges
A Rawson
J Canty
B Evans
A Bostock
A Pepper
C Brady
T Kazmi
S Jacklin
S Staines
Show Jump Judge
Sacha Ellison
Angelica Logan
Commentator
Peter Dryzek
Show Jump Steward
Les Hubbard
BRC Rules and Notices
Official Rules
All competitions will be run in accordance with the appropriate British Riding Clubs Rules. Every competitor or team manager should be in possession of a current set of BRC rules for the competition in which he/she is entered. The onus is on the competitor to know the rules and abide by them. In the case of a dispute, the matter should be referred to the Jury of Appeal through the Show Secretary in writing and accompanied by a £20.00 deposit. Complaints can be lodged up to 30 minutes after the final results of each competition have been posted.
Timetable of Events
Classes are scheduled to start and finish at the following times. All times are approximate and subject to change.
Combined Challenge
Combined Training
Important Competitor Information
Declarations will be open 1400-1900 on Friday, 0700 - 1900 on Saturday and 0700 - 1500 on Sunday
Hats
Protective Headwear must be worn at all times by anyone riding anywhere at a BRC event. Harnesses must be correctly adjusted and fastened. At all BRC Championships hats must show a visible hot pink BRC, BE or PC ‘hat tag’. If it does not have a tag, please go to the secretary or declaration area for your hat to be checked. ‘Protective Headwear’ constitutes a hat which meets one of the following standards. Failure to do so will incur elimination.
British
European
American
PAS 015: 2011 - provided they are BSI Kite marked or Inspec IC MarkedVG1 01 040: 201412 - provided they are BSI Kite marked or Inspec IC Marked or EN1384:2023 - provided they are BSI Kite marked or Inspec IC Marked
VG1 01.040: 2014-12 - provided they are BSI Kite marked or Inspec IC Marked
ASTM F1163: 2015 and 2023 - provided they are SEI marked SNELL 2016 and SNELL 2021
Australian & NewZealand
AS/NZS 3838: 2006 onwards - provided theyare SAI global marked
Competitors are strongly advised to check their hats regularly and to replace them if damaged or following a fall.
A body protector is mandatory in all cross-country competitions/training (where fixed fences are used).
A BETA Level 3 displaying a Blue 2018 Label must be worn where a body protector is mandatory. From 1 Jan 2024, the BETA 2009 Purple Label will no longer be accepted. The ONLY exception to this requirement is that the Exo Body Cages will continue to be accepted, provided they have a BETA Level 3 Purple 2000 Label If a rider chooses to wear an airbag style body protector for cross-country it must be worn over a BETA Level 3 2018 Blue Label body protector. Hybrid Air-jackets and air jackets incorporated into a blouson style jacket are permitted.
Rebuilding lives after catastrophic injury
We’re here for anyone affected by major physical trauma. We provide the emotional, practical, and financial support riders and their families may need after suffering life-changing, catastrophic injuries. From day one, and for as long as you need us.
We can help with:
Small grants for immediate costs & ongoing recovery
Peer support – talk to someone with lived experience
Signposting to legal advice
Benefits & welfare support
Free counselling for patients & loved ones
Contact our dedicated National Support Offer, 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday 0333 034 2107 support@dayonetrauma.org dayonetrauma.org/supporting-you
@dayonetrauma
We were there for Nicola...
Surviving the fall from my horse was just the start. It was a tough and uncertain time for my family and me during my five months in hospital. When you’re in that situation, you don’t know where to turn.
Our lives had been shattered and it was vital to have someone on our side, helping us piece it back together. The support my family and I received from Day One was brilliant.
Surviving trauma is just the start. Donate or fundraise today so no one is left to rebuild their life on their own dayonetrauma.org/get-involved
Nicola Wilson Olympic event rider
Main photo courtesy of Horse & Hound
General
The Organiser and the Official Steward, have overall responsibility for health and safety and have appointed a Health and Safety Adviser to ensure that all the appropriate health and safety legislation is met.
Officials
Stewards, Judges and Officials are briefed to conduct themselves so that they do not put themselves or anyone else at risk and to maintain control of the area around their location. The Organiser and Health & Safety Adviser have also carried out risk assessments and imposed controls that form part of that briefing.
Spectators
All reasonable and practical steps have been taken to ensure the health, safety and welfare of those attending the event.
Competitors
Competitors are required to conduct themselves and retain control of their horses so that they do not put themselves or anyone else at risk.
Contractors
Contractors working at the event are required to observe best working practices, complying with all Healthand Safety legislation relevant to their business and must take all reasonable and practical steps to safeguard the health and safety of their employees and any other person attending the event.
Exhibitors (Trade Stands)
Exhibitors are responsible for the safety of their own stands and the risks that they may pose to employees and any other persons within the allocated space or immediate surrounding areas.
Emergencies
Emergency services must have access to all parts of the event site at all times and the designated emergencyaccess routes must not be obstructed. The emergency services at this event include Paramedics and First Aiders Emergency first aid can be contactedthrough any Steward, Judge or Official - most quickly through those with a radio, during competition hours.
Accidents involving horses and competitors should be reported to the Secretary or Official Steward to callfor the appropriate emergency services
Emergencies not connected with the competition, may be dealt with by the emergency services on the site but outside emergency services e.g. the Fire Service may also be needed.
Horses can easily be frightened and can be dangerous Members of the public are requested to keep clear ofhorse areas/lanes and to avoid behavior which might alarm horses.
Dogs
Dogs must be kept under control and must be kept on a lead at all times on all parts of the centre with an ID tag displaying a contact number. Please clean up after your dog. No dogs in the main building, they are permitted in the lorry park
Disclaimer of Liability
Save for death or personal injury caused by the negligence of the organisers, the BHS and BRC do not accept any liability for any accident, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, riders, spectators, land or any other person or property whatsoever.
Official Photography
Please be advised that filming and/or photography will be taking place at Aston le Walls Equestrian during the SEIB Combined Championships 2024 – this could be in the arenas, seating areas and lorry park during competition hours. If you do not wish to appear in any images captured please inform the secretary so that we can take appropriate steps to ensure you are not included. The photographs/film could potentially be included in BRC publications or in BRC promotional materials inthe future and may also be published on the BRC section of the BHS website. They could also be passed onto the sponsor of the event and the press. Code of Conduct for Competitors, Visitors and Spectators
We aim to ensure all visitors are treated equally and fairly and have the same opportunities to enjoy their time here at the BRC Championships.
The following conduct will not be tolerated at any time and a breach of these rules will result in you being askedto leave the site immediately and/or the relevant authority or body notified.
o Acts/threats of violence towards any other person or animal.
o Discrimination of any kind.
o Use of foul or abusive language of any kind towards anyone.
o Under-age possession/consumption of alcohol.
o Possession of illegal and/or performance enhancing drugs.
o Bullying including cyber bullying.
o Being alone with an under-age minor and/or vulnerable adult without the presence of their parent/guardian or carer.
o Theft of any item from the showground
If you are a witness/victim of any of the above behavior while at this Championship, please report this to theSecretary or site security staff on the showground, as soon as possible. All reports will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
Please also see the BRC Code of Conduct in the BRC Handbook, page 3.
BRC Prizes
Rosettes: For all SEIB Combined Championship classes rosettes are awarded for teams and individuals placed 1st-10th. Sashes are awarded to 1st-3rd placed teams and individuals.
Salvers: Salvers will be awarded to all the winning SEIB Combined Championship teams and Overall Individual class winners. Prizes provided in kind. These must be collected and signed for at the secretary’s desk.
Trade Stands & Catering:
Alans Ice-cream Van
FW Burgers - W. Barker www.fwcatering.co.uk - High quality burger vans giving you the choice of lots of tasty burgers & a wide variety of other food.
FW Crepes - W. Barker www.fwcatering.co.uk - Tasty crepes with a wide variety of sweet and savoury fillings.
Equi-Plaques - www.equi-plaques.co.uk/ - All competitors will receive a commemorative stable plaque for attending the Championships. There will also be the option to purchase a personalised version to celebrate your achievement. Please visit Susie at the Equi-Plaques stand to discuss your requirements.
R S Jumps - www.rsjumps.co.uk - R S Jumps designs, builds & renovates new and used X-country jumps, installs, and repairs a variety of fencing and field shelters
Tylers Equestrian - www.tylershorseandcountry.co.uk - Official supplier of BRC Merchandise, pre-orders available online.
Wyvern Equestrian - www.wyvernep.co.uk - Saddlery and accessories for the competitive horse and rider.
Ekko Equestrian – www.ekkoequestrian.com/ - Clothing . Events . Training . Designed by us for you. Owned by Rebecca & Keri Bates – professional dressage riders, coaches & listed judge
Action reply - https://www.actionreplayphotography.co.uk/gallery/ - The official event photographers. Photos can be viewed and purchased online only.
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