The Rules
  • You may start anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m; LAST REGISTRATION at 1.30p.m.. No start times will be given.
  • All jumps are optional, but, ONLY TWO attempts are allowed at each. A way around the jump will be provided. Riders may drop out en route, but must report to a steward or the starter.
  • See Entry form for fees prior to the day and on the day. Entry fees are non-refundable under any circumstance, even in the unlikely event of the cancellation of the ride.
  • On arrival riders must report to the Secretary's tent to collect their number. All sponsorship money raised must be paid in at the same time. Entries will be taken on the day at the cost of £30/adult and riders 14 years and under at the cost of £20. Any rider without a number will be ejected from the course by a steward.
  • All riders MUST report to the starter at the beginning of their ride, and when they finish. Riders retiring early MUST inform the nearest steward stationed around the course.
  • Riders are requested to respect the land- owners generosity of loaning the land for the Ride, and follow all direction signs and markers. Good riding manners are requested. Please note that the ride number of those causing difficulty to others will be noted by stewards and reported to the Committee. Failure to carry out instructions from a steward may lead to disqualification.
  • Riders MUST wear hard hats that comply to the current B.H.S./ Pony Club safety standards & the chin strap must be done up. It is advisable for riders 14 years and under to wear body protectors that comply with the current B.H.S. /Pony Club safety standards.
  • Horses and ponies must be 4 years and over.
  • The Duke of Beaufort's Hunt, The Charities, The Organising Committee, The Land Owners, all persons and all organisations involved in the Ride disclaim all liability for any damage to any person or property, howsoever caused, whether by negligence or otherwise. It is up to participants and spectators to make their own insurance arrangements.
  • Paramedics, Vets and a farrier will be in attendance.
  • Dogs MUST be on leads at ALL times.
  • The decision of the Committee is final at all times.
  • Contact numbers on the day: 07860334064 and 07774 654191