WHPC aims to enter teams and individuals in as many competitions, and at as many levels, as possible throughout the year.
To be considered for selection, riders must be active members of the branch and be regularly competing at the height or level they wish to represent.
As a club, WHPC may enter teams, individuals, or a combination of both. Teams will consist of three or four members, depending on the event and discipline, and we will always aim to field the strongest teams available.
The DC is required to sign off and confirm the eligibility of both horse and rider. This is to ensure that combinations are safe, confident and comfortable at the level being applied for. Please note that any breach of eligibility may result in disqualification.
All competitors must be current members of The Pony Club both at the closing date for entries and on the date of the competition, and must have met the branch MERs.
To be considered for a team place or an individual entry, WHPC requires members to meet the MERs and rally attendance outlined below for the specific rider/pony combination.
All competition results must be verifiable and may include those from: Horse Events, Pony Club, NSEA, Cotswold Cup, British Eventing, British Showjumping, British Dressage, or similar recognised organisations.
There are two types of MERs required to compete: