Saturday Ring 1 SJI
Expect a course that maximises the generous parkland rings, with the backdrop of the beautiful Newbridge House. Course designers Tom Holden & David Holden & Aaron McCusker.
Sponsored by Whites Agri, the morning Summer Series classes which get started at 9am and 90cms, never fails to get us off to the best of starts. We are so happy to have Whites Agri Lusk with us again this year as the sponsor for the full morning of classes. From farming and equine essentials to premium landscaping supplies, Whites has the local community covered. Top-class products, expert advice and always a friendly welcome, and less than 10 minutes from Swords. Always worth a visit!
The afternoon feature is the prestigious 1.35m Karlswood Stables Leinster Summer Tour Grand Prix which we know will bring an exciting close to the day for both competitors and the great Flavours crowd cheering ringside.
We are delighted to have Marlet Property Group join us this year as the sponsor for this prestigious class. As one of Ireland’s leading developers, Marlet is playing a crucial role in meeting the urgent demand for homes. Delivering thousands of modern, eco-certified homes, their dedication to innovation and quality design is helping build communities for the next generation.
Saturday Ring 2 & 3 Ridden Classes
Come and cheer on Top Riders from around the country showcasing the very best of Irish Horses. These classes represent a showcase of dedication, where decades of careful breeding meet the highest standards of the sport. Success here requires precision turnout, and presenting horse and rider in flawless traditional elegance. Come along to watch the best of Irish talented riders demonstrating the perfect balance of manners, conformation, movement and star quality. We wish all the very best of luck !
Including 2 RDS qualifiers, Ridden classes run on Saturday across two ‘front of house’ grass rings, with the beautiful Newbridge House as the backdrop. A Hunter Championship and a Ridden Championship will bring together the top placed combinations for the final competitions of the day.
Hunter Championship - generously sponsored by Whites Agri Lusk.
Ridden Championship - sponsor details to follow
Sunday Ring 1 SJI
Competition starts at 9am, with the 1.10m Karlswood Stables Leinster Summer Tour class, folllowed by the Amateur Stakes A and AA running through the early part of the day.
We are delighted to have Kettles Country House Hotel join us this year as a sponsor for this important Amateur class. Less than 10 mins from Swords and Dublin airport, you will always find the best of hospitality at this local family-run hotel, restaurant and bar. Featuring 25 cozy rooms, a buzzing local lounger with a great daily carvery and full menu, Kettles is a ‘great place’ to visit altogether.
Attracting the best of Irish Riders and Horses, the prestigious 1.40m Renault National Grand Prix class will start after lunch, with the second round against the clock always raising the excitement level for Flavours spectators cheering on from the sidelines.
We are thrilled to welcome Renault as the official sponsor. Don’t miss the Renault vehicle display over the weekend - come see Renaults latest innovative models and find your next dream drive!
And to close out the day, the Flavours High Jump will see a top prize go to the Rider and Horse combination clearing top height. Always a tense and thrilling end to the day!
Sunday Ring 2
There is nothing better than watching the next generation of equestrians give it their absolute all! Today kicks off with our littlest jockeys taking centre stage on their cherished ponies to tackle a variety of fun challenges. Come to cheer on these determined young stars guide their trusty steeds through their paces, demonstrating incredible concentrations and above all - the biggest smiles on the show grounds.
Sunday lunchtime equestrian rings
Always popular with our 4 legged friends, the Flavours Fun Dog Show will get started around 1pm. With a variety of fun classes open to all shapes, sizes, and breeds, it’s all about fun. No fancy pedigree required - just lots of personality and doggy smiles. We are delighted to have our local Irish Rosettes Lusk pet suppliers back as our sponsor again this year. Packed with top quality including own brand feed, supplements and essentials for your animals, this is a great local place to stop into for friendly expert advice and all the provisions you need.
2. Class schedules :
A. SJI Classes
Entries @ SJI.ie
Saturday
90cms Summer Series - Two Phase incorporating Sportsman’s League Qualifier sponsored by Whites Agri Lusk
1m Summer Series - Two Phase incorporating Sportsman’s League Qualifier sponsored by Whites Agri Lusk
1.10m Summer Series - Two Phase incorporating Sportsman’s League Qualifier sponsored by Whites Agri Lusk
1.20m Summer Series - Two Phase incorporating Sportsman’s League Qualifier sponsored by Whites Agri Lusk
1.35m Karlswood Stables Leinster Summer Tour Inc. TRI Young Rider League Qualifier sponsored by Marlet Property Group
Sunday
1.10m Karlswood Stables Leinster Tour Inc. TRI Leinster Young Rider
Horses 1.10m Amateur Stakes A & AA Top 8 Amateurs qualify for Farmers Journal. Final sponsored by Kettles Country House Hotel.
1.20m Karlswood Stables Leinster Tour 1.20m Inc. TRI Leinster Young Rider
National 1.40m Grand Prix sponsored by Renault
Horses High Jump Challenge Triple Bar
B. Ridden classes
Entries @ http://itsplainsailing.com/org/fh
Qualifiers;
🏆 Connollys RED MILLS CHAMPION of CHAMPIONS QUALIFIER
🌟 RDS Side Saddle Qualifiers
🏆 RDS Racehorse to Riding horse Qualifier
Also 🌟 Hunter and Ridden Championships 🏆
Saturday July 4th, schedule of classes;
(Horses 15hh and upwards)
* Ladies Side Saddle, 5yrs old or over (RDS qualifier)
* Ladies Side Saddle Intermediate, 5yrs old or over (RDS qualifier)
* Small Hunter, 4yrs old or over, exceeding 148cms, but not exceeding 158cms
* Ridden Hunter, confined to 4 years old
* Lightweight Hunter, 4yrs old and over, to carry 12 stone 7lbs
* Middleweight Hunter, 4yrs old and over, to carry up to 13 stone
* Heavyweight Hunter, 4yrs old and over, to carry 14 stone or over
* Amateur Ridden Horse, 4yrs old or over (open to Amateur riders only, to include Cob, Irish Draft, Coloured, TB and Riding horses)
* Cob class, 4 yrs old or over. Exceeding 148cms
* Riding Horse, 4yrs old or over
* Racehorse to Riding Horse (RDS Qualifier)
* Irish Draught Ridden Hunter, 4yrs
Working Hunter
Entries @ http://itsplainsailing.com/org/fh
** Horses **
* 4year old WH Horse (horse must be aged 4 in show year), jumps 50cm-75cm
* Small Working Hunter Horse 158cm, jumps 85cm-95cm
* 80cm Working Hunter Horse, jumps 60cm-80cm
* 90cm Working Hunter Horse, jumps 70cm-90cm
* 1m Working Hunter Horse, 80cm-100cm
* 1.10m Working Hunter Horse, 90cm-110cm
** Ponies **
* WH Pony any size, not an NIF Qualifying class, fences 85cms
* 153cm WH Pony, fences 90cm-105cm
* M&M WH Pony exceeding 143cm, fences 85cm-1m
* 143cm WH Pony, fences 85cm-100cm
* M&M WH Pony any size, Not a NIF qualifying class, fences 75cms
* M&M WH Pony exceeding 133cm but not exceeding 143cm, fences 75cm-90cm
*133cm WH Pony, fences 75cm-90cm
* M&M WH Pony exceeding 122cm but not exceeding 133cm, fences 65cm-80cm
* Nursery Stakes WH Pony, Mare or Gelding 4 yo and over not exceeding 133cm, rider not to have attained their 12th birthday on the 1st January in the current year, fences 60cm-75cm
* Cradle Stakes WH Pony, Mare or Gelding 4 yo and over not exceeding 122cm, rider not to have attained their 11th birthday on the 1st January in the current year, fences 55cm-65cm
* M&M WH Pony, not exceeding 122cm, fences 55cm-65cm
Boppers & Trotters
Entries @ http://itsplainsailing.com/org/fh
Just one week away! Boppers and Trotters on Sunday morning, starting at 10am. We can’t wait to cheer on our youngest talent and their wonderful ponies.
Class 1 Boppers, lead rein walking and a short trot if they can
Class 2 Lead rein, able to rise trot
Class 3, First ridden, off lead and able to do turns (figure of 😎
Class 4, Pony I’d like to take home, on or off lead, a few tasks (mugs to be moved between posts, bending poles etc)
Class 5 Cross poles
Fun Dog Show Sponsored by Irish Rosettes Lusk
No pre-entry needed, just come along to arena and you’ll see us.
Judging (fun!) commencing 1.15pm approx, during the Showjumping lunch break.
1. Small Puppy (under 15”)
2. Large Puppy (over 15”)
3. Most handsome Dog
4. Prettiest Bitch
5. Golden Oldie
6. Best Trick
7. Waggiest Tail
8. Child Handler
9. Best Dressed six legs
10. Who looks most like their owner ?
11. Who would the judge like to take home?
PLEASE NOTE:
To protect ease of access for competitors, equestrian gate access is strictly limited to competitor horse-boxes and lorries only.
Look for pink Equestrian signage when you get close to the event and we hope you have a good journey to us!
SPONSORS:
A huge shout out to our generous sponsors whomake this event possible!
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