05/09/2025
A perfect way to begin competing at the Hawke's Bay A&P Show.
π΄π Attention Pony Club Riders! β€οΈπ
Please share this far and wide with the Pony Club community!
Our Pony Club Section is a special part of the Hawkeβs Bay A&P Show β a chance for grassroots riders to compete, have fun, and enjoy the atmosphere of their local show.
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Who can enter?
Any rider not competing in any other section at the show, or
Riders competing in Breed Sections, plus Show Hunter and/or Showjumping up to 1.05m.
Riders competing in RAS Showing Classes are not eligible.
π΄ Turnout?
Wear your Pony Club uniform, or if not a member, a long-sleeve shirt & tie.
Riders can be led or unled. Ponies are to be plaited.
π¬ We have a lovely, supportive judge and two amazing stewards, itβs a fantastic day out for riders, families, and friends. We had huge entries last year and letβs make it even bigger in 2025! Thereβll be prizes and praise for those attending their first-ever A&P Show.
π Trophies
Kirreway Carlo Memorial β Champion Pony Club 9 years & under
Mrs E M McLeod Memorial Cup β Champion Pony Club 10 years & over
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2025 Timetable
9 years & under (Led or Unled) β 12 noon
10 years & over (Led or Unled) β not before 1pm
Both age groups have the same classes:
Best Presented Pony, Rider & Tack
Best Beginner Pony
Best Paced Pony
Best Mannered Pony
Best Rider
Champion & Reserve Pony Club Combination
Best Around the World
Lucky Dip Race
π Letβs make 2025 our biggest Pony Club Section yet β we canβt wait to see you there!