Please note that competitors in the First Ridden class may enter in-hand classes even if these are not marked LRA.

Online Entries

Entries are not valid until you receive a confirmation email. Competitors who arrive on showday with non-confirmed entries will have to re-enter at increased fees. If you do not receive a confirmation within 3 days, please contact us using the form below.

Entry Fees

Fees increase from 4th May - see schedule for details. Fee increase does not apply to Pairs/Cross Country Clear Round which should be entered on the day.

Medics and Fee

Medics will be on the showfield for the duration of classes. Medical Cover Fee: £2 per rider (£2 covers all classes).

Entry Numbers/Class Clashes

Entries may be limited. Classes may be split. Class clashes - speak to your steward/judge to switch rings if required/possible. We will do our best to get you to all your classes.

Light Horse Convener: Cathy Beaton

Light Horse Secretary: Giulia Canata

Committee

Gillian Pettigrew, Jackie MacRae, Lenore Ramsay, Kathryn Gardiner, Gillian Wood, Jennie Simcock, Josie Fullerton, James Baxter, Laura Lyn, Moya McCambridge.

2025 Team (magnificent bunch of people!)
Ailie Graham, Nicola McGown, Donna Bryson, Justine Botha, Olivia Miller, Kilmacolm Scouts and Kilmacolm & Quarrier's Village Explorer Scouts.

Course Builders: C. Beaton, J. MacRae, L. Ramsay.

Rules

The rules of competition are in the schedule, at the bottom of this page and on the rules page on this website. If rules are updated, the most current rules are on this website's rules page.

Trophies & Prizes

Prizes and Rosettes are donated by the Kilmacolm & Port Glasgow Agricultural Society unless stated otherwise.

All trophies remain the property of the Society and must be returned in good condition by the 16th April the following year. Trophies and prizes must be collected and signed for within 1 month of the Show.

1st - 6th in numbered classes receive rosettes.

Schedules, Forms and Rules

Use the buttons below to download PDFs.



Rules applicable to all visitors/entrants

1. The most up-to-date rules are on our website and supersede those in printed materials. Extraordinary decisions, changes and exceptions to the rules are at the discretion of the Judges and Directors and can be made at any time.

2. The Society/Directors/landowners will not be responsible for any loss or damage by accident or otherwise in the showground or approach thereto. It is a condition of entry to the showground that each visitor/entrant agrees to indemnify the promoters against any legal action from any such incident. Exhibitors’ equipment and effects are at owner’s risk. All vehicles must be parked as directed by Stewards. Towing within showground is at owner’s risk. All exhibits are shown at own risk.

3. Unacceptable behaviours outwith/within rings: ill-treatment an animal; irresponsible or dangerous behaviour/handling/riding; inappropriate/over-use of a whip; any behaviour which is not in accordance with the Rules or general etiquette.

4. All animals must be kept under proper control. If in the opinion of a Show Official, an animal is a danger, the owner/handler will be asked to remove it from the showfield and must do so immediately. No galloping/ cantering on the showground except in rings/on courses. Animals must not be left unattended while tied up.

5. Any complaints about the behaviour of a entrant/ visitor should be made to the Judge/Secretary/ Convener immediately; the entrant’s name/entry number must be known in order to investigate the complaint.

Rules applicable to all classes

1. Trophies remain the property of the Society and must be returned in good condition by the 16th April the following year. Trophies/prizes/rosettes are donated by the Society unless stated otherwise and must be collected and signed for within 1 month of the Show.

2. The Directors reserve the right to substitute Judges and cancel/merge/split classes. Judges’ decisions are final.

3. The Directors reserve the right to refuse entries. Fees will not be refunded unless the request is received at least 72 hours before show date. In the event of the show being cancelled, no refunds will be given.

3. All entrants should have their own insurance, including third party and personal accident cover.

4. All animals must be healthy, sound and in a satisfactory condition. Doctoring, blistering, bottling bulls or tampering of stock strictly prohibited.

5. Age restrictions for riders/animals are as at date of show unless stated otherwise.

6. Protests/objections must be made to the Judge/ Steward in the ring immediately and lodged in writing with the Secretary within 30 minutes of the conclusion of the class accompanied by a deposit of £20. The deposit will be forfeited if the objection is notupheld. All questions of dispute will be referred to theStewards or if necessary to the appropriate Directors whose decision will be final.

7. A parade of all prize cattle and Clydesdale horses will be held at conclusion of judging and no stock may leave field before that time unless by permission of the Directors.

Health & Safety

The Organisers have taken all reasonable precautions to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all people and animals present. In order that these measures can be effective, everybody should take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and should obey the instructions of the Directors, Stewards and Officials.

GDPR

We have official Show photographers taking photographs for the schedule and marketing purposes*. Entrants’ details will be retained for show related correspondence until no longer required*. 

* To withdraw consent, email horses@kilmacolmshow.org

Light Horse Rules

1. Entry must be submitted as per instructed.

2. Owners should adhere to the Equine Animal Identification) (Scotland) Regulations 2019.

3. Ridden horses and ponies must be 4 years and over. No foals permitted under 3 weeks of age.

4. Riders must wear their numbers at all times.

5. Body Protectors must be worn for Cross Country and are recommended for all other classes.

6. Mounted riders must wear protective head gear which conforms to current standards (see bhs.org.uk), fits/is fastened correctly, and is solid and unbroken.

7. Animals competing in classes with height restrictions may be measured in their shoes at at any time by the Society’s Vet and their decision, with that of the Judge, shall be final. During the time of measuring, animals must be under the control of Show officials.

Cross Country Rules & Procedures

1. If eliminated, entrants must immediately exit course.

2. No fixed peak hats. Body protectors must be worn.

3. Number must be visible - tie up hair if necessary.

4. No combination may compete in more than one Cross Country class. Riders/Animals in multiple classes will be allocated a class order.

5. Start times are not allocated, when ready to compete, riders should give their number to the cross country tent before 1.30 and wait to be called.

6. No horse/pony allowed on the course unless competing.

7. Only the entrant plus one person may walk the course once the classes have started - number must be shown to gain entry.

8. XC classes will be run under optimum time conditions.