🐴✨ Hobby Horse Competition – Thompson House Equestrian Centre! ✨🐴

📍 Thompson House Equestrian Centre, Pepper Lane, Standish, Wigan, WN6 0PP
📅 Sunday 3rd Jan 2027
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We are thrilled to be hosting this competition in the premium Thompson House indoor arena and café  🏇 

From jumping to dressage, mounted games to barrel racing, there’s something for everyone – whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned pro! 🏆💃

💖 All welcome - totally suitable for all abilities and neurodiverse children. If you're unsure about anything, just ask – we’re here to help! 🌈

🕙 Event Timings

10am – Check in, get your rider number and bridle charm and warm up while Mum or Dad gets a coffee from the cafe.
Parents – you can bring your camping chairs and relax in the cafe or overlooking the arena. 🍟

🏅 Ring 1 – Jumping Action!
1. 30cm Show Jumping – Clear round + exciting timed jump-off!
2. 40cm Show Jumping – Same course, a bit more bounce!
3. 50cm Pairs – Relay race with a buddy 👫 or Parents can join in for FREE!
4. 60cm Advanced – Take on the challenge! 💥
5. Accumulator – 30 seconds to grab points by clearing as many jumps as possible! 🕒
6. Grand National – Teams of 4 race over fun, wide jumps – medals up for grabs! 🏅

🎨 Ring 2 – Creative & Fast-Paced Fun
7. Best Turned Out – Style your pony to impress! Optional rider fancy dress 👑🎀
8. Mounted Games – Get around the obstacle course as fast as you can! 🚧🏃‍♀️
9. Ride it Like It's Real – 1 minute to walk, trot, canter and jump whilst demonstrating your partnership and the horses character.
10. Barrel Racing – Dash in a clover pattern round 3 barrels – it’s all about speed! 🌀
11. Chase Me, Charlie – One big jump gets taller every round – how high can you go? 🐎🔥
12. Dressage – Freestyle to your favourite tune OR we’ll send you a test! 🎶🕺

💷 Pricing

🎟️ Entry Ticket: £10 per child (parents and non-participating siblings go free!)

Class Options:
⭐ Each Class  = £10
⭐ Unlimited classes + FREE Crafty Pony Loan = £90 🐴

💸 On-the-day Classes: £11 each
🐴 Loan Pony: Add one for £5 (Hobby Horse)

📞 Questions?

Reach out to Zoe on 07889 224677 or info@hobby-horses.co.uk

🛑 Disclaimer: This is a parent-supervised event. Hobby Horse Adventures provides the activities but takes no responsibility for accidents or theft.

✅ A trained first aider and DBS-enhanced safeguarding lead will be on site at all times. 

🚫 Sorry, dogs are not permitted at this venue. 

Traders – Book your trade stand here!

Join us for a thrilling day of skill, speed, and style as riders and their hobby horses compete for rosettes, medals, and glory at Thompson House!! 🏅