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Equifest & ESUK Showing

AFFILIATED SHOWING

There are In Hand and Ridden classes for both horses and ponies at all levels for adults and children to enjoy.
We have a range of classes, with the in hand classes taking place in the morning, a break for the private driving followed by the ridden classes in the afternoon.
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This Show is affiliated to EQUIFEST, taking place at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincolnshire on the 6th – 9th August 2025.

The TWO highest exhibits not already qualified in each affiliated class will qualify.

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This show is affiliated to Equine Sports UK (ESUK) Grassroots Championships taking place at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincolnshire on the 31st July – 1st August 2025.

The THREE highest placed exhibits will qualify in each class.

We are pleased to confirm that all classes will be judged by an experienced show rider who regularly competes at the highest level including the Royal International Horse Show & The Horse of the Year Show.
The winners of the classes compete for the junior and senior championships this year and there is a Supreme and a Reserve Supreme of the show at the end of the day, sashes, and prize money for the winners.
This year will also see the return of trophies! These were very popular last year so we have gone all out and purchased some lovely trophies for our winners.
The classes are in grass rings, which will be watered if required. There will be a qualified vet on hand for the duration of the show.
We hope these classes will be supported by both our previous competitors and hopefully new ones too.
All competitors in all classes are required to make a contribution of £3.00 to help pay for the Paramedic Ambulance cover.

Schedule 2025

Ultimate Graphics ARENA 1

Commencing 9.00hrs prompt

AFFILIATED SHOWING to EQUIFEST & ESUK

ALL ENTRIES TAKEN ON SHOW DAY

All Enquiries: Sally-Anne Cowley Tel: 07841 635 923.

Judge: Mrs Elizabeth Cheffings

In-Hand Classes – 09:00hrs prompt. Entry Fee: £10.

Trophies: Sponsored by

The Crown Inn

Rosettes: 1st to 6th Sponsored by

The Horn Inn 

Class 1 - In Hand Turnout

Class 2 - In Hand Youngstock

Class 3 - In Hand Young Handler

Class 4 - Equifest In Hand Open Mountain & Moorland

Class 5 - In Hand Part Bread, Horse or Pony

Class 6 - Equifest In Hand Open Riding / Hunter Ponies

Class 7 - In Hand Horse

Class 8 - In Hand Cob, Hogged or Native

Class 9 - Equifest In Hand Piebald / Skewbald

Class 10 - Equifest In Hand Veteran Horse / Pony

 

MHFS In-Hand Championships sponsored by

Equi-Vantage ESMT

In-Hand Junior Championship (Under 15’s)

Highest placed Junior from classes 1 to 10.

Champion £20 with Reserve Champion £10.

In-Hand Senior Championship (15 & Over)

1st & 2nd placings from classes 1 to 10.

Champion £20 with Reserve Champion £10

 

Schedule 2025

Ultimate Graphics ARENA 1

Commencing 12.00hrs prompt

AFFILIATED SHOWING to EQUIFEST & ESUK

ALL ENTRIES TAKEN ON SHOW DAY

All Enquiries: Sally-Anne Cowley Tel: 07841 635 923.

Judge: Mrs Elizabeth Cheffings

Ridden Classes – 12:00hrs prompt. Entry Fee: £10.

Trophies: Sponsored by

Spav-Inns Transport Ltd

Rosettes: 1st to 6th Sponsored by

West Building Supplies. 

 

Class 15 - Best Turned Out Pony

Class 16 -Best Turned Out Horse

Class 17 - Equifest Open Show Pony Lead Rein

Class 18 - Novice Horse or Pony

Class 19 - Equifest Open Ridden Mountain & Moorland

Class 20 - Equifest Open Ridden Show Pony

Class 21 - Equifest Open Ridden Show Hunter Ponies

Class 22 - Equifest Open Riding Horses

Class 23 - Equifest Ridden Piebald / Skewbald

Class 24 - Equifest Open Small Hunters

Class 25 - Equifest Open Ridden Hunters

Class 26 - Equifest Open Ridden Cob

Class 27 - Equifest Open Maxi Cobs

Class 28 - Equifest Open Ridden Veteran Horse / Pony

Class 29 - Open Ridden Costume Concours D'Elegance

MHFS Ridden Championships Sponsored by

Johnson's Fishery.

Ridden Junior Championship (Under 15’s)

Highest placed Junior from classes 15 to 29.

Champion £20 with Reserve Champion £10.

 

Ridden Senior Championship (15 & Over)

1st & 2nd placings from classes 15 to 29.

Champion £20 with Reserve Champion £10.

Supreme Championships

Champion & Reserve from In-Hand & Ridden Championships

Judge: Mrs Elizabeth Cheffings .
The John Cowley Supreme Champion £100
Reserve Supreme Champion £50
Prize money kindly donated by The Cowley Family
Luxury Hamper Kindly donated by Equisign Tack & Feed.

ANY HORSE OR PONY HACKED / RIDDEN TO THE SHOW WILL BE TURNED AWAY / REFUSED ENTRY TO THE SHOWGROUND

IMPORTANT NOTICE - INSURANCE. All horse / pony riders and handlers and carriage drivers - i.e. ALL horse event competitors - are required to have their own public liability insurance. This is a condition of entry to Messingham Show. Proof of insurance may be asked for on show day. Messingham Show insurers have advised that no horse event competitors are covered by the Show's insurance and they expect all horses and riders, and any other displays involving animals, to have their own public liability insurance for their involvement in the Show. If you do not have your own public liability insurance please do not attend Messingham Show.

All competitors in all classes are required to make a contribution of £3.00 to help pay for the Paramedic Ambulance cover.

Compliant riding hats must be worn at all times when mounted.

Any rider who suffers a fall whilst on the showground must report the fall / injury to the on-site Paramedics and the Horse Secretary.

Parents and competitors are reminded that the show ground also comprises of attractions for members of the public that involve moving parts, lights, music and other sounds. Consequently young, inexperienced or timid horses will require extra supervision on show day. In the interests of safety if you are in any doubt, please do not enter your horse or pony in the show.