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Essex & suffolk hunt meet - Good friday 7th april

Please be aware that all reserved parking spots for Good Friday 7th April have now sold out. However, there is plenty of free parking available.  We recommend arriving early (gates open at 10am) to get a spot close to the action.

The Essex & Suffolk Hunt's Easter meet is a popular day out for all the family. Gates open at 10am with the race action starting at 12.30pm with a side saddle dash followed by pony races.  The first race is at 2.10pm.  In addition to numerous trade stands and food outlets there will also be a fun fair for children to enjoy and a dog show.

PLEASE NOTE: Early bird ticket prices end at midnight on Thursday 6th April.  Tickets are still available online after this point and it is encouraged that you buy your tickets in advance to speed up the entry process.  Tickets are available on the gate but we can only accept cash.

The dog show is always extremely popular.  Registration is just £2 per class, or 3 classes for £5.  Registration opens at 2pm, with judging starting at 2.30pm.  With both a working dog and a fun ring, you can be sure there'll be a class suitable for any size, breed or age of dog. Click here to view the dog show schedule.

Please check this page in the run up to the meet for the ground report.  

12.30pm – Side Saddle Dash
1.05 – 138 cms Intermediate Pony Race
1.25 – 148 cms Novice Pony Race designed for new, local, future jockeys
1.45 – Parade of Hounds
2.10 – Members Race – all local participants
2.45 – The Conditions Race (Level 3)
3.20 – The Ineos Grenadier Mixed Open Race
3.55 – The PPORA Club Members Mixed Open Race for Novice Riders
4.30 – The R.J. Wilson Conditions Race (Level 2)
5.05 – The Maiden Race
 
2.30 – Dog Show judging commences. Entries on the day.
Fun Class Ring
Young handler
Best rescue
Prettiest bitch
Most handsome dog
Waggiest tail
Most appealing eyes

 
Working Dog Ring
Best working puppy
Best working bitch 
Best working dog
Best veteran (9 years plus)
Best brace
Young handler

1ST RACE - 2:10 pm The Essex & Suffolk HUNT MEMBERS, SUBSCRIBERS & FARMERS Race, 12st Safety Factor 18

For the GEOFFREY WEAR MEMORIAL CUP to the first Essex & Suffolk horse passed the post, the PHIL WEAR MEMORIAL CUP to the first Essex & Suffolk jockey passed the post and Mementoes to the winning Owner and Rider.

PRIZE MONEY 1st £250, 2nd £100, 3rd £75

SPECIAL CONDITIONS For horses with a current Hunter Certificate (need not be registered) issued by the Essex & Suffolk, North Norfolk Harriers or Waveney Harriers.  To be ridden by those qualified to enter.
5 lbs Allowance for Novice Riders

PENALTIES None

2ND RACE - 2:45 pm The CONDITIONS Race (Level 3), 12st  Safety Factor 18

For a trophy to the winning owner and mementoes to the winning owner and jockey.

PRIZE MONEY 1st £250, 2nd £100, 3rd £75

PENALTIES For each win on or since 1st October 2020 in a Steeplechase or Hurdle race under the rules of any recognised Racing authority (Point-to-Points excepted) to carry 7lb extra; for each win in a Mens, Ladies or Mixed Open Point-to-Point in this period to carry 5lb extra, and for each win in a conditions race at the same level or higher (to include Confined, Club Association, Service or Society Point-to-Point races) in this period to carry 3lb extra. Maximum penalty to be carried is 10lb.

Penalties are cumulative.

3RD RACE - 3:20 pm The INEOS Grenadier MIXED OPEN Race, 11st 7lb Safety Factor 18

For the BROOKS PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY to the winning Owner, the EDGAR COOPER MEMORIAL TROPHY to the winning Rider, and mementoes to the winning Owner and Rider.

PRIZE MONEY 1st £600, 2nd £350, 3rd £200, 4th £100

SPECIAL CONDITIONS For horses with a current registered Hunters Certificate issued by any registered pack of hounds in Great Britain.

ALLOWANCES Riders who, prior to the Thursday before the date of this Point-to-Point Steeplechase, have not ridden more than 5 winners under the Rules of Racing or the Rules of a recognised Racing Authority, Point-to-Point Steeplechases or Arabian Horse Races; 5lb

PENALTIES Penalties apply for wins on or since 1st October 2022 in an eligible Steeplechase or Hurdle race under the Rules of any recognised Racing Authority (Point-to-Points excepted) or in a Mens, Ladies or Mixed Open Point-to-Point; for one such win 3lb extra; for two such wins 5lb for three or more such wins 7lb; maximum total penalty to be carried is 7lb.

4TH RACE - 3:55 pm The PPORA Club Members MIXED OPEN Race, for Novice Riders, 12st. Safety Factor 15

For the LT COL GUY BLEWITT MEMORIAL PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY to the winning Owner, the MARK LAWRENCE MEMORIAL TROPHY to the winning Jockey and mementoes to the winning Owner and Rider

PRIZE MONEY 1st £250, 2nd £150, 3rd £100

SPECIAL CONDITIONS For horses with a current registered Hunters Certificate issued by any registered pack of hounds in Great Britain, which are owned and ridden by current members of the PPORA; Owners and Riders must be an eligible member of the PPORA by declaration of the horse. For information on how to satisfy these conditions, please refer to www.ppora.co.uk. For riders who, up to 1st October 2022, have won not more than five races under the Rules of any recognised Racing Authority (including Point-to-Points).

ALLOWANCES Riders who, prior to the Thursday before the date of this point-to-point Steeplechase, have not ridden more than 5 winners under the rules of racing or the rules of a recognised racing authority, point-to-point steeplechases or Arabian Horse Races; 5lb

No Penalties.

5TH RACE - 4:30 pm The R.J. Wilson CONDITIONS Race (Level 2), 12st Safety Factor 18

For the R.J. WILSON CHALLENGE TROPHY and Mementoes to the winning Owner and Rider

PRIZE MONEY 1st £250, 2nd £100, 3rd £75

SPECIAL CONDITIONS For horses which on or since 1st October 2021 have not won any race under the rules of any recognised Racing Authority (Point-to-Points excepted); nor any men's, ladies or mixed open point-to-points in this period.

PENALTIES For each win on or since 1st October 2021 in a Conditions race at the same level or higher (to include Confined Club Association, Service or Society Point-to-Point races) to carry 3lb extra.  Maximum penalty to be carried is 10lb. Penalties are cumulative.

6TH RACE - 5:05 pm The MAIDEN Race, 12st Safety Factor 15

For the DR. A.B. FRANEY MEMORIAL CHALLENGE TROPHY to the winning Owner and mementoes to the winning Owner and Jockey

PRIZE MONEY 1st £250, 2nd £100, 3rd £75

SPECIAL CONDITIONS For horses which have a current registered Hunters Certificate issued by any recognised pack of hounds in Great Britain, and which at starting have not won any race under the rules of any recognised racing authority (other than a private match or a sweetstake).

Enter ONLINE at: www.pointtopointentries.co.uk up to 12:30pm on Monday 3rd April.
Online entry fees added to cost of Entry Fee (£54.80/£29.80)
SECRETARY: Bridget Chamberlain Tel: 07946 113232; email: [email protected]
ENTRIES CLOSE Monday 3rd April, 12:30pm HUNTER CERT DEADLINE Thursday 30th March, 12:00 noon ENTRY FEES £50 for a single race, £25 per additional race same horse. Please ring if you want to pay via BACS
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Situated off A12 between Colchester and Ipswich using the B1068 turn-off towards Stoke-by-Nayland, post code CO7 6LD.

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