Horse showing

[eahotson]

I have never done showing in my life but fancy having a go with my new horse.She is approx four and half years old, a registered gypsy cob.She lives in Cheshire I live in Liverpool.Any ideas where to start?

 

[Carrottom]

I'd start by looking for local riding club shows.

 

[RachelFerd]

I've literally no idea why anyone would put themselves through the torture of the preening and pampering required, BUT given that you're local - there are two friendly local showing series near me (S Manchester) that are v accessible from Cheshire and Liverpool which people seem to enjoy -

https://www.bucklowtraffordridingclub.co.uk/schedule

https://www.urmstonanddistrictridingclub.co.uk/2020-show-dates

 

[fetlock]

I'd go to a show and watch first if you can, paying attention to what they're wearing, how the horses are turned out, and the ringcraft involved.

 

[LegOn]

I've literally no idea why anyone would put themselves through the torture of the preening and pampering required,

Because its not 'torture' to some of us...... each to their own right!

 

[AdorableAlice]

Because its not 'torture' to some of us...... each to their own right!

Quite, and I can't say I ever felt torture with my hunter who always won his entry fee and diesel money back, regularly beat the professionals and gave me a lot of fun over a number of years at the highest profile shows.

OP, you can have lots of fun showing your traditional pony and he/she will gain education, manners and travelling experience. Enjoy the days out.