Event Calendar
Arena Hire with Dressage Boards AVAILABLE
Our fabulous arena is available to hire on various dates during June and in the lead up to the PETPLAN EQUINE AREA FESTIVAL – a great opportunity to familiarise yourself and your horse in preparation for the
Petplan Area Festival at Aintree 4th – 7th July 2019
Price is for up to 3 horses (additional horses £5 each) – so come with friends and share the cost.
As per our Terms & Conditions, all horses/ponies attending Aintree Equestrian Centre must be fully up to date with annual vaccinations against Equine Influenza. They must also be 6 days clear of any vaccination and may attend on the 7th day. Passports must be presented for inspection at the Show Office on arrival and horses/ponies must not enter the arena prior to this being done. Your co-operation and understanding is appreciated.
The next Aintree National Show will be held on the 21st – 23rd June 2019.
Showing Entries Close on Monday 17th June
Dressage Entries Close on Monday 17th June
Show Jumping Entries for Classes 1 and 2 close on Friday 21st June Midday
Show Jumping Entries for Classes 7 and 8 close on Saturday 22nd June Midday
All other Show Jumping classes are entry on the day
SCHEDULE AMENDMENTS
❗️CHANGE OF JUDGE❗️
🚩 Mr and Mrs Starkie (Lancashire) are now judging the BSPS Heritage Classes on Sunday 23rd, replacing Mr S Parker
🚩 RIDING HORSES – Ms S Chapman (Powys) will now ride judge
🚩 HACKS – Ms S Chapman (Powys) will now ride judge
🚩 COBS – Mr J Poole (Worcestershire) will now ride judge
Other judge changes to the original schedule (which have already been announced) are:-
🚩 Mr R Sharpe (Wiltshire) is now the ride judge for the Working Hunter Horses and Working Show Horses
🚩 Mrs N Turner (Staffordshire) is judging the Senior Showing Second rounds
Class 102 Show Pony YEARLING – Filly or Colt not exc 148cms. (Please note this class is for Colts too)
Class 256 The SSA Equitation Junior Qualifying Class is open to Members and non members aged under 18 on 1st January of the current year (not 14)
As per our Terms & Conditions, all horses/ponies attending Aintree Equestrian Centre events must be fully up to date with annual vaccinations against Equine Influenza. They must also be 6 days clear of any vaccination and may attend on the 7th day. Please ensure passports are available for inspection.
IMPORTANT UPDATE RE VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS – Vaccination requirements for stabling are constantly under review, as per BHA guidelines. At present the requirement is for all horses/ponies entering the stables to have had a booster vaccination for Equine Influenza in the 9 months prior to arriving. Any change to this policy will be posted on our website as soon as it becomes known to us. Your co-operation and understanding is appreciated.
Electric Hook Up – 1 Night (Optional) – £25.00
Electric Hook Up – 2 Nights (Optional) – £35.00
Electric Hook Up – 3 Nights (Optional) – £45.00
Hostel Accommodation – 1 night (Optional) – £60.00
Hostel Accommodation – 2 nights (Optional) – £120.00
Hostel Accommodation – 3 nights (Optional) – £180.00
Shavings (Optional) – £9.00
Hay (Optional) – £9.00
Haylage (Optional) – £9.00
Stable – 1 Night (Optional) – £45.00
Stable – 2 Nights (Optional) – £55.00
Stable – 3 Nights (Optional) – £65.00
Stable – 4 Nights (Optional) – £75.00
Electric Hook Up – 4 Nights (Optional) – £55.00
BS Ticket to Ride (Optional) – £6.00
First Aid per Rider/day (Mandatory, 1 per rider/day) – £4.00
Event name: Matt Burnett Dressage Camp
Equestrian event type: Dressage Clinic
Status: SOLD OUT
Aintree Dressage Competition Camp with Grand Prix Rider Matthew Burnett
Summer Camp 23rd-26th June 2019
The chance to have two private lessons with Mat plus compete in a full day of Affiliated British Dressage Competition – catering to all levels from Prelim to PSG.
Cost: £320
Event Timetable:
Sunday 23rd June
Arrive between the hours of 2-4pm.
5pm induction talk.
Arena familiarisation available for your horse that evening if booked with K Amos.
Evening trip to a nearby pub/restaurant or takeaway at Aintree to meet your fellow campers – not compulsory.
Monday 24th/ Tuesday 25th June
Either: a private 45 minute lesson with Grand Prix Rider Mat Burnett in the main arena. You will start by riding through one of your tests from competition day and work on this as well as your horse’s general way of going.
Or: a private 30 minute lesson with Mat Burnett in the main arena. A chance to work on the weaker parts of your test and your horse’s general way of going.
(Each camper will get one 45 min and one 30 min lesson over the two days.)
The warm up arena will be available for you to warm up before and cool down after your lesson so you don’t waste any precious lesson time.
If you wish to ride again during the day (maybe do some test practise?) this is available.
Evening trip to a nearby pub/restaurant – not compulsory.
Additional unmounted workshops available on both days at an extra cost – TBC (previous examples: Pilates, riding confidence, massage)
Wednesday 26th June
A full affiliated British Dressage Competition with classes from Prelim to PSG (excluding Advanced) what a fantastic opportunity whilst you are stabled at the venue.
Mat Burnett will be on hand to help with your warm up.
Clean up, pack up and go home happy.
What you get included:
Two private lessons with Grand Prix Rider Mat Burnett
Stabling for your horse for three nights on site – including two bales of shavings.
Mat’s help with warm-up on competition day.
Warm up arena for use before and after lessons. The chance for an arena familiarisation ride and second ride for test practise. Parking for your horsebox or car and trailer – camping in these is allowed. Hook-up for your horsebox , limited numbers – so please confirm if this is required or not. (Numbers may exceed supply.) Use of the onsite showering and toilet facilities. The opportunity to watch other lessons during camp.
Also available for an additional charge:
Unmounted workshops, classes and talks – subjects to be confirmed. Additional shavings and haylage.
Bedrooms available onsite – ask for more details.
British Dressage – ENTRIES CLOSED AS DAY FULL
Entries Open: Saturday 13th April 2019
Entries close: Wednesday 12th June 2019
(Late entries will be accepted subject to class numbers. Similarly entries may close early if classes are full.)
As per our Terms & Conditions, all horses/ponies attending Aintree Equestrian Centre must be fully up to date with annual vaccinations against Equine Influenza. They must also be 6 days clear of any vaccination and may attend on the 7th day. Passports must be presented for inspection at the Show Office on arrival and horses/ponies must not enter the arena prior to this being done. Your co-operation and understanding is appreciated.
| Class | Sponsor | Test | Qualifier | Sections | Fee | Prizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 26 June 2019 | ||||||
| 1 | KBIS | Preliminary 15 2008 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 2 | KBIS | Preliminary 19 2008 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 3 | Novice 23 2012 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 4 | Novice 37A 2017 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | |
| 5 | Baileys | Freestyle Music Novice 2019 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
| 6 | Elementary 40 2010 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 7 | Equi-Trek | Elementary 53 2007 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 8 | Suregrow | Freestyle Music Elementary 2019 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
| 9 | Medium 61 2002 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 10 | Theraplate UK | Medium 73 2007 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 11 | Spillers | Freestyle Music Medium 2016 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
| 12 | Advanced Medium 85 2009 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 13 | Charles Owen | Advanced Medium 91 2016 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 14 | Nupafeed | Freestyle Music Adv. Medium 2016 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
Secretary: Laura WayAintree International Equestrian Centre, Aintree Race Course, Omskirk Road, Aintree, Merseyside, L9 5AS
Phone: 0151 522 2949
Email: laura.way@thejockeyclub.co.ukVenue:Aintree International Equestrian CentreAintree Race Course, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Liverpool, Merseyside, L9 5AS
Mobile: 07770 334 507
Phone: 0151 522 2949
Email: info@aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk
Web: www.aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk
Aintree Racecourse is located on the A59, just one mile from the M57 and M58, which link the M62 and M6. Follow the A59 to Liverpool and the AA Signs as you approach the racecourse for routes to the car parks.
| No Prize Money | 1-4 Starters |
| 1st Place | 5-8 Starters |
| 2nd Place | 9-12 Starters |
| 3rd Place | 13-16 Starters |
| 4th Place | At the organisers discretion |
PETPLAN EQUINE AREA FESTIVAL
We are delighted to once again host the above event.
Petplan Equine Area Festivals are the perfect target for many BD riders looking to have a taste of the big time at a Championship-feel event. The top 10 combinations from each section will go on to one of 8 Area Festival semi-finals, taking place in September and October 2019, from Prelim to Inter II level.
The event will run from Thursday 4th July through to Sunday 7th July 2019.
Online entries open Monday 15th April 2019.
Please follow the link below to see the full schedule:
Entries close: Thursday 13th June 2019 – competitors must have qualified 2 weeks prior to the closing date to be eligible to compete, this is a British Dressage rule and there are no exceptions.
CUT OFF DATE FOR QUALIFICATION – 30TH MAY 2019
PLEASE NOTE: if we are over-subscribed it may be necessary to cancel some of the warm up classes.
All class entries and stabling can be booked by following the link below:
As per our Terms & Conditions, all horses/ponies attending Aintree Equestrian Centre events must be fully up to date with annual vaccinations against Equine Influenza. They must also be 6 days clear of any vaccination and may attend on the 7th day. Please ensure passports are available for inspection.
Vaccination requirements for stabling are constantly under review, as per BHA guidelines. At present the requirement is for all horses/ponies entering the stables to have had a booster vaccination for Equine Influenza in the 9 months prior to arriving. Any change to this policy will be posted on our website as soon as it becomes known to us. Your co-operation and understanding is appreciated.
Services
Electric Hook Up – 1 Night (Optional) – £25.00
Electric Hook Up – 2 Nights (Optional) – £35.00
Electric Hook Up – 3 Nights (Optional) – £45.00
Electric Hook Up – 4 Nights (Optional) – £55.00
Stable – 1 Night (Optional) – £40.00
Stable – 2 Nights (Optional) – £50.00
Stable – 3 Nights (Optional) – £60.00
Stable – 4 Nights (Optional) – £70.00
Hay (Optional) – £8.00
Haylage (Optional) – £8.00
Shavings (Optional) – £8.00
Day Stabling (Optional) – £30.00
Hostel Accommodation – 1 night (Optional) – £40.00
Hostel Accommodation – 2 nights (Optional) – £50.00
British Dressage prize money rule applies to all classes.
| No Prize Money | 1-4 Starters |
| 1st Place | 5-8 Starters |
| 2nd Place | 9-12 Starters |
| 3rd Place | 13-16 Starters |
| 4th Place | At the organisers discretion |
Secretary: Laura Way
Aintree International Equestrian Centre, Aintree Race Course, Omskirk Road, Aintree, Merseyside, L9 5AS
Phone: 0151 522 2949
Email: laura.way@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Venue:
Aintree International Equestrian Centre
Aintree Race Course, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Liverpool, Merseyside, L9 5AS
Mobile: 07770 334 507
Phone: 0151 522 2949
Email: info@aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk
Web: www.aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk
Aintree Racecourse is located on the A59, just one mile from the M57 and M58, which link the M62 and M6. Follow the A59 to Liverpool and the AA Signs as you approach the racecourse for routes to the car parks.
Event name: Dressage to Music Camp with Composer Gaynor Colbourn
Equestrian event type: Dressage Clinic
Status: Entries open
Aintree Dressage to Music Camp with Composer Gaynor Colbourn 2019
Monday 15th – Wednesday 17th July
The chance to have Gaynor compose a unique musical score and floorplan for your horse and attend an evening gala demo by International Dressage Judge Stephen Clarke and Gaynor. Catering to all levels from Prelim upwards.
Cost: £380
Event Timetable:
Monday 15th July
Arrive between the hours of 2-4pm.
4.30pm induction talk.
Arena familiarisation available for your horse if booked with K Amos.
Evening:
Free entry to the Dressage to Music Gala Evening Demonstration with International Dressage Judge Stephen Clarke and Gaynor Colbourn. Join your fellow campers and a ticketed audience to listen to Gaynor play along to the demo riders live and hear her explain the dressage to music process with Stephen giving an insight into his vast experience, training methods and how to ride movements across the levels correctly. Watch riders from Novice to Grand Prix level perform on their horses including a range of types eg. warmblood, cob and Iberian.
Tuesday 16th July
A private 45 minute session with Gaynor Colbourn in the main arena. You will ride through the movements required for your test level and working with the strengths of your partnership with your horse an individual floorplan will be put together ready for your music session the next day.
The warm up arena will be available for you to warm up before and cool down after your session so you don’t waste any precious lesson time. You will be able to watch other sessions during the day gaining a great insight into the process behind constructing dressage to music tests at a variety of levels. If you wish to ride again during the day (maybe do some test practise?) this is available.
Additional unmounted workshops – TBC
Evening trip to a nearby pub/restaurant – not compulsory.
Wednesday 17th July
A private 45 minute session with Gaynor Colbourn in the main arena. Gaynor will play live along to your horse’s paces composing a unique musical score for you. As Gaynor plays live the music will be perfectly matched to suit your horse’s paces and Gaynor can adapt the style of music to your taste.
The warm up arena will be available for you to warm up before and cool down after your session so you don’t waste any precious lesson time. You will be able to watch other sessions during the day gaining a great insight into the process behind constructing dressage to music tests at a variety of levels. If you wish to ride again during the day (maybe do some test practise?) this is available.
Additional unmounted workshops – TBC
You have the option of going home this day after your session, or an extra night stabling is available if you wish to stay over and travel home the next day. Restaurant/pub trip available for those staying
What you get included:
Two private sessions with Dressage to Music Composer Gaynor Colbourn.
Ticket to Gala Evening Demo with Stephen Clarke and Gaynor Colbourn.
Stabling for your horse for two/three nights on site – including two bales of shavings.
Warm up arena for use before and after sessions.
Parking and hook up for your horsebox or car and trailer – camping in these is allowed.
Also available for an additional charge:
Unmounted workshops, classes and talks – subjects to be confirmed.
Additional shavings and haylage.
Bedrooms available onsite – ask for more details.
The Outlanda Apparel Dressage Championships 2019 – sponsored by Outlanda Apparel
Huge thank you to Outlanda Apparel for their sponsorship and support of this event – without this support we would not be able to offer such a fantastic range of prizes and host this event. Please check out the Outlanda stand at the event and click the links below to see their range of clothing, as well as the Aintree Collection:
Event type: Unaffiliated dressage championships (see qualifiying criteria below)
Close entries: Tuesday 16th July 2019
(Late entries will be accepted subject to class numbers. Similarly entries may close early if classes are full.)
How to Qualify… If you have gained TWO dressage scores of 58% or above at ANY dressage competition, you qualify to enter the Championships at that level (qualifying scores can be attained at any venue and can be from 20th July 2018 up until 16th July 2019 when entries close)
As per our Terms & Conditions, all horses/ponies attending Aintree Equestrian Centre must be fully up to date with annual vaccinations against Equine Influenza. They must also be 6 days clear of any vaccination and may attend on the 7th day. Passports must be presented for inspection at the Show Office on arrival and horses/ponies must not enter the arena prior to this being done. Your co-operation and understanding is appreciated.
SCHEDULE
Entry fees – Warm up classes – £15.00, Championship classes – £20.00
Saturday 20th July 2019
Class 1 Intro A Warm Up class (Senior)
Class 2 Intro B Championship class (Senior)
Class 3 Preliminary 1 Warm Up class (Senior)
Class 4 Preliminary 7 Championship class (Senior)
Sunday 21st July 2019
Class 5 Intro A Warm Up (Junior)
Class 6 Intro B Championship class (Junior)
Class 7 Preliminary 1 Warm Up class (Junior)
Class 8 Preliminary 7 Championship class (Junior)
Class 9 Novice 24 Warm Up class (Junior)
Class 10 Novice 28 Championship class (Junior)
Class 11 Elementary 42 Warm Up class (Junior)
Class 12 Elementary 49 Championship class (Junior)
Class 13 Novice 24 Warm Up class (Senior)
Class 14 Novice 28 Championship class (Senior)
Class 15 Elementary 42 Warm Up class (Senior)
Class 15 Elementary 49 Championship class (Senior)
Prizes…kindly sponsored by Outlanda Apparel
1st £50 Outlanda Voucher, Branded Jacket, Pair of Race Tickets, Rosette and Sash
2nd £40 Outlanda Voucher, Branded Numnah, Pair of Race Tickets, Rosette and Sash
3rd £30 Outlanda Voucher, Pair of Race Tickets, Rosette and Sash
4th £20 Outlanda Voucher, Pair of Race Tickets, Rosette and Sash
5th £15 Outlanda Voucher, Pair of Race Tickets, Rosette and Sash
6th £10 Outlanda Voucher, Pair of Race Tickets, Rosette and Sash
Rules…
You may only compete at Intro if you have no BD points. Any previous winning combination of the Intro Championships are not eligible for this class.
You may only compete at Prelim level if the horse has not gained more than 25 BD points at Novice level.
You may only compete at Novice level if the horse has not gained more than 25 BD points at Elementary level.
You may only compete at Elementary level if the horse has not gained more than 25 BD points at Medium level.
You can only enter a maximum of two levels and they must be consecutive, eg Prelim & Novice or Novice & Elementary.
Juniors are not to have attained their 17th birthday on 1st January 2019
Seniors are 17 years and above on 1st January 2019.
Times will be available on our website www.aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk on Thursday 18th July 2019
Whips and readers are permitted in all classes NB. competitors must ensure they have a reader with them if required, as Centre staff will not be available.
Secretary:
Laura Way
Aintree International Equestrian Centre, Aintree Race Course, Omskirk Road, Aintree, Merseyside, L9 5AS
Phone: 01515222949
Email: laura.way@thejockeyclub.co.uk
British Dressage
Entries Open: Saturday 18th May 2019
Entries close: Wednesday 17th July 2019
(Late entries will be accepted subject to class numbers. Similarly entries may close early if classes are full.)
As per our Terms & Conditions, all horses/ponies attending Aintree Equestrian Centre must be fully up to date with annual vaccinations against Equine Influenza. They must also be 6 days clear of any vaccination and may attend on the 7th day. Passports must be presented for inspection at the Show Office on arrival and horses/ponies must not enter the arena prior to this being done. Your co-operation and understanding is appreciated.
| Class | Sponsor | Test | Qualifier | Sections | Fee | Prizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 31 July 2019 | ||||||
| 1 | KBIS | Preliminary 15 2008 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 2 | KBIS | Preliminary 19 2008 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 3 | Novice 22 2007 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 4 | Novice 38 2005 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | |
| 5 | Elementary 43 2006 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 6 | Equi-Trek | Elementary 57 2007 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 7 | Medium 61 2002 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 8 | Theraplate UK | Medium 73 2007 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 9 | Advanced Medium 85 2009 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 10 | Nupafeed | Freestyle Music Adv. Medium 2016 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
| 11 | Charles Owen | Advanced Medium 91 2016 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 12 | Magic | FEI Prix St Georges 2009 – W | Q | GSB | £25.00 | £30.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 13 | Freestyle Music Prix St Georges 2009 – W | GS | £25.00 | |||
| Thursday, 01 August 2019 | ||||||
| 14 | KBIS | Preliminary 15 2008 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 15 | KBIS | Preliminary 17A 2017 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 16 | Novice 23 2012 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 17 | Novice 38 2005 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | |
| 18 | Baileys | Freestyle Music Novice 2019 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
| 19 | Elementary 43 2006 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 20 | Equi-Trek | Elementary 53 2007 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 21 | Suregrow | Freestyle Music Elementary 2019 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
| 22 | Medium 69 2005 | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 | ||
| 23 | Theraplate UK | Medium 75 2002 – W | Q | GSB | £21.00 | £22.00, £15.00, £10.00 |
| 24 | Spillers | Freestyle Music Medium 2016 – W | Q | GS | £21.00 | |
British Dressage prize money rule applies to all classes, excluding freestyle classes where prize money is not awarded.
| No Prize Money | 1-4 Starters |
| 1st Place | 5-8 Starters |
| 2nd Place | 9-12 Starters |
| 3rd Place | 13-16 Starters |
| 4th Place | At the organisers discretion |
Secretary: Laura Way
Aintree International Equestrian Centre, Aintree Race Course, Omskirk Road, Aintree, Merseyside, L9 5AS
Phone: 0151 522 2949
Email: laura.way@thejockeyclub.co.uk
Venue:
Aintree International Equestrian Centre
Aintree Race Course, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Liverpool, Merseyside, L9 5AS
Mobile: 07770 334 507
Phone: 0151 522 2949
Email: info@aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk
Web: www.aintreeequestriancentre.co.uk
Aintree Racecourse is located on the A59, just one mile from the M57 and M58, which link the M62 and M6. Follow the A59 to Liverpool and the AA Signs as you approach the racecourse for routes to the car parks.
Date: Wednesday 7th August 2019
Time: Start time 9am clear round (last entry 10am)/10.30am British Novice, 90cm Open
Category: British Showjumping Cat 2
Entry Form: Pre-entry and entries on the day
Status: Online entries open
As per our Terms & Conditions, all horses/ponies attending Aintree Equestrian Centre must be fully up to date with annual vaccinations against Equine Influenza. They must also be 6 days clear of any vaccination and may attend on the 7th day. Passports must be presented for inspection at the Show Office on arrival and horses/ponies must not enter the arena prior to this being done. Your co-operation and understanding is appreciated.
Show Secretary – Miss Carly Sage Tel: 0151 522 2949
First Aid Charges – First Aid is provided by an external provider, so a charge of £4 will apply
All prize money must be collected on the day or will be forfeited