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Area 3 winter qualifiers

Posted on October 30, 2026 by | in News

The remaining qualifiers for the 26/27 winter championships will be held at Bold Heath;

  • Winter Show Jumping – 27th February 2027
  • Winter Dressage, which includes Dressage to Music – 20th March 2027

Club merchandise now available

Posted on October 30, 2026 by | in News

We now have a range of ECCTG kit available to order – see details here.

CANCELLED: Wendy Ashton Combined Training

Posted on October 23, 2026 by | in News

Unfortunately due to the current and forecast weather we have had to cancel the combined training. We will process refunds and hope to reschedule for a spring combined training.

**Autumn / Winter Competitions**

Posted on September 30, 2026 by | in News

Our next competition is our flagship annual combined training – on the woodside arenas (on the 80 acres) at Somerford) – entries now open on horsemonkey

Here is our programme of competitions over winter – all at Somerford except for the arena eventing, which is at Alsager. Entries will be via horsemonkey (links will appear in the menu to the right >>>>)

Discounted entry fees for members. Open to non-members age 16+ provided they have their own insurance.

2026
October 25thCombined training / dressage70 – 105cm, Intro – Elementary
November 15thShow jumping70 – 120cm
November 29thArena eventingDetails to follow
2027
January 17thDressage (fluffy arena)Intro – Medium
January 31stShow jumping70 – 120cm
February 14thDressage (fluffy arena)Intro – Medium
February 28thShow jumping70 – 120cm
March 14thDressage (ash arena)Intro – Medium
March 28thShow jumping70 – 120cm

Upcoming competitions

Posted on May 19, 2026 by | in News

We have a lighter competition schedule over the summer as so many members are out enjoying the eventing season.

Our next showjumping is 21st June, then we have dressage on the 2nd August and show jumping to kick start the autumn season on the 13th September.

June SJ – open to both members and non-members – is now open for entries, all the details are on horsemonkey (search ECCTG or follow the link on the right >>>>)

Dates for your diary: Upcoming Qualifiers

Posted on January 29, 2026 by | in News

To all members wanting to represent the club at area qualifiers, and be in with a (strong!) chance of competing at a national championship, please note the following dates in your diaries…

Winter Show JumpingSaturday 7th February 2026Bold Heath Equestrian Centre
Grassroots, Intermediate & Open Winter Dressage & Dressage to MusicSaturday 7th March 2026Bold Heath Equestrian Centre
Horse TrialsSaturday 6th June 2026Smallwood Equestrian Centre
Summer Show JumpingSaturday 11th July 2026Bold Heath Equestrian Centre
Summer DressageSaturday 25th July 2026Bold Heath Equestrian Centre
Combined Training/ Combined ChallengeSaturday 22nd August 2026Bold Heath Equestrian Centre

Eligibility for the dressage teams is somewhat complicated! There are flowcharts on the Dressage Teams page that can help you navigate your options.

Championships in 2026:

CompetitionDateVenue
Horslyx Winter Show Jumping Championships28 – 29 March Arena UK, Allington Lane, Allington, Grantham,NG32 2EF
SEIB Winter Dressage Championships and Equetech Dressage to Music Championships incorporating the SEIB Quadrille24 – 26 AprilArena UK, Allington Lane, Allington, Grantham,NG32 2EF
TopSpec Arena Eventing Championships29 – 31 MayAston Le Walls, Washbrook Farm, Daventry, NN11 6RT
SEIB Horse Trials Championships1 – 2 AugustSwalcliffe Park, Grange Farm, Swalcliffe, Banbury, OX15 5EX
NAF Five Star National Championships5 – 6 SeptemberLincolnshire Showground, Grange-de-Lings, Lincoln, Lincolnshire. LN2 2NA
SEIB Combined Championships26 – 27 SeptemberAston Le Walls, Washbrook Farm, Daventry, NN11 6RT

Autumn / winter schedule published

Posted on August 12, 2025 by | in News

Our forthcoming events have been scheduled in and we’re looking forward to seeing you at our next competitions – all the below are at Somerford.

Entries via HorseMonkey (see link on right). Members of ECCTG and BRC Area 3 get discounted entry, non-members welcome provided they are aged 16+ and have 3rd party insurance

Show jumping

14th September, 16th November, 14th December, 25th January, 15th February, 15th March, 19th April

Combined training (including dressage only classes) – 12th October

Dressage

2nd November, 30th November, 11th January, 1st February, 1st March, 5th April