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217: Working Hunter Pony Championship

HORSES ➤ Working Hunter Ponies Sun 7th Sep 2025

Overall Working Hunter Pony Champion €100 Royal Meath Show

Royal Meath Show Perpetual Challenge Shield and Rosette. Reserve Rosette 

      First and second placed in classes 213 to 216 qualify

(kindly sponsored by Oak Tree Farm)

HORSES - Opening Notes

Your safety as an exhibitor at our show is very important to us. We ask for your co-
operation in ensuring there is a clear way for emergency vehicles all the way around the
show field. Parking restrictions will be in place on the show day, please respect the
instructions of our stewards.

All timings are approximate. Judging begins at 9.30am sharp, with the first class in each ring, for all sections, except the working hunter horses starting at 10.30.

The classes in each section run consecutively, so please check the running order and progression of the classes in any section entered.

The rings and estimated timings may be subject to change. Please check social media postings - Royal Meath Show, for confirmation of Rings, and approximate times closer to the date.

Competitors to print their own numbers in advance. Please note your class number and entry number.

horses@royalmeathshow.com
NO ENTRIES ON THE FIELD

Horse Secretary: Maureen Dillon, Creevagh House, Girley, Fordstown, Navan, Co Meath
C15 KD68; tel:087-2885302

ALL MONIES MUST BE PAID WITH EVERY ENTRY OR IT  WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

All Entries MUST be accompanied with Animals Passport Number.
RULES

  • All horses must give a valid passport as required by the Department of
  • Agriculture.
  • All horses and ponies that are competing in the rescue class must have proof of neglect.
  • All horses and ponies must be led and not left unattended.
  • Please keep the rear ramp of your trailer up when you are not with your trailer
  • All riding helmets and back protectors must conform to the BHS standards.
  • Stewards will observe and inspect tack. Unsafe tack will result in disqualification from a class.
  • Judges’ decision is final.
  • Classes may be amalgamated if there are less than 3 entries per class.
  • Vouchers may be given in lieu of  any prize money. Prizes will be subject to a 5% levy by Irish Shows Association.
  • Entry fees will Not be Refunded in case when entries are not sent forward for competition.
  • Entry fees will Not be Refunded in case of disqualification from competition for failure to comply with the regulations

                    


ALL MONIES MUST BE PAID WITH ENTRY ENTRY ONLINE OR IT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Please check that your entry has gone through and payment has been taken. Confirmation of entry will inform you of your competitor number for each class. 

Please ensure that you arrive at the showground with your COMPETITOR NUMBER and its corresponding CLASS NUMBER  written or printed on paper or card, with string or safety pins to attach it to the rider. 

 
Horse Secretary: Mrs. Maureen Dillon.

Tel: 0872885302

Championships: Only 1st and 2nd prizewinners in each section eligible.

Please Note: Times are approximate.

Working Hunter Ponies - Opening Notes

IPS Affiliated

Ring 4, To commence at 10.00am

Back protectors are mandatory for all riders as per IPS rules. These classes usually take approximately an hour each, depending on entries and class sizes. Each class will run consecutively in this dedicated ring. 

 

No entries permitted on day of event.

Location:  
Ring 4
Ring Area:  
Ring 4
Prizes:   1st - Champion €50.00 , 2nd - Rosette
This is a Championship Class. Entry via Qualifing Classes.
Qualifying Classes
Class 213: Working Hunter Pony 90cm jump. for pony 4years and over. Pony exceeding 143cm but not exceeding 153cm. Riders not over 21yrs on 1st Jan of current year.
Class 214b: Working Hunter Pony Starter Stakes, pony over 4years, riders under 12 years
Class 214a: Cradle stakes; Working hunter pony, pony 4yrs+ not exceeding 123cm, rider not over 8 yrs on 1st Jan 2025, jump not exceeding 30cm
Class 215: Working Hunter Pony 70cm jumps. Pony 4years+, Pony not exceeding 133cm. Riders not over 14 yrs on 1st January of current year
Class 216: Working Hunter Pony 80cm jumps. Pony 4years +, not exceeding 143cm. Riders not over 17 yrs on 1st January of current year