153 Rescue Horse - In Hand - Under 4 years 154 Rescue Horse - In Hand - 4 years or older 155 Rescue Horse - Ridden - 4 years or older but under 15 years 156 Rescue Horse - Ridden - 15 years or older C53 Rescue Horse - CHAMPIONSHIP PRIZE for rescue horses

RESCUE HORSES ___________________________________________________________________________________ World Horse Welfare have kindly supported this section as they CELEBRATE their 90th ANNIVERSARY this year. Section Judge Class/es Ring Day Time In Hand & Mrs Katie Davis - Westover Vets 153 - 156 Ivan Cooke TH 13:45 Ridden Mrs Melanie Gaddas-Brown - Co. Durham Commentator: Mr David Boyd - World Horse Welfare, Field Officer This section was introduced in 2016. It supports the work carried out by the various equine charities and sanctuaries. Those that have rescued and rehabilitated neglected animals and then gone on to find them loving, new homes where they can lead happy, fulfilled and successful lives. This section is a showcase for those rescue horses that have been through incredibly tough times, through neglect and suffering and who have shown the strength to survive and ultimately thrive given the opportunity for a new life. There will be a 'Rescue Village' at the Show also supported by World Horse Welfare where members of the public will have the opportunity to meet a selection of horses and ponies that are looking for new and responsible owners. Representatives from World Horse Welfare and other rescue charities will be on hand to answer any questions. Conditions: (i) Classes are open to rescued horses & ponies from all animal rescue charities and organisations. The organisation MUST be stated on the entry form. (ii) Classes are open to Heavy Horses as well as Light Horses. (iii) There will be a maximum number of entries accepted. If the number of entries received exceeds the maximum number allowed, there will be a pre-vetting procedure based on the written rescue history (300-500 words) and before and after photographs (Maximum 6 photos) supplied at time of entry. Any entries NOT accepted will be informed and have their entry fees refunded in full after the Show. (iv) Animals will be judged on their show, their performance and their history and rescue journey that will be read out to the public during the competitions. (v) Lead Rein is allowed in the Ridden classes. (vi) Synthetic saddle, Myler bits and nose nets are allowed. Awards: (vii) ALL competitors will receive a special WHW rosette.