Show Hunter Pony Lead Rein. For ponies, mares or geldings, 4 years old and over, not exceeding 123cms, suitable for and to be ridden by riders who have attained their 3rd birthday but not their 8th birthday on 1st January of current year.
Riders in this class may not compete in any other class with the exception of any other Lead Rein, Beginner First Ridden, Hunter Pony Lead Rein or Beginner Cradle Stakes Classes. .
In these classes, the Judge will be looking for a pony suitable to take its rider hunting on a lead rein.
No rider under 5 years on 1st January of current year may compete in any class with the exception of the Lead Rein Classes for which the minimum age is 3 years on 1st January of current year.
We recommend those entering their ponies acquaint themselves with Irish Pony Society Rules and Guidelines on http://www.irishponysociety.ie