Disclaimer

1. The Ride Disclaimer may have to be changed as we organise the ride. You will be informed of any changes when your registration is accepted.

2. Riders participate at their own risk and each rider is responsible for himself/herself and their horse.

3. You are required to have public liability insurance against any claims that may be made against you.

4. All riders must abide by the Rules.

5. Riders must obey the instructions of the appointed Ride Marshals. The Chief Marshal and Clerk of the Course decisions are final.

6. Marshals are appointed to assist in the smooth running of the Sheriff’s. Riders must obey their instructions at all times. Marshals can be identified by a yellow armband.

7. The Lead Marshal is the pacemaker on the ride and should not be overtaken unless authorised to do so.

8. The route taken by the Lead Marshal is the only route you should take.

9. Riders are requested to keep in pairs at all times when the Ride is on a road or street.

10. No riders under 16 years of age on the day of the ride may participate.

11. It is the responsibility of each rider to ensure that their horse is safe in the company of other horses and on the public highway. Riders should be competent and able to control the horse which they are riding at walk trot and fast canter.

12. You will be riding as part of a large group, in close proximity, which will place additional demands on your riding skills, your horse should be prepared and educated to ensure a reasonable standard of behaviour and under control at all times.

13. Give consideration to other riders; riders are expected to stay in their riding block, but for the safety of all concerned, when passing or overtaking within the block make a request to do so and do so at a walk or trot only.

14. Any Rider or horse considered by the Marshals to be a danger to other riders will be instructed to leave the Ride.

15. If a rider requires emergency assistance a Marshal should help. In the absence of a Marshal only one or two riders should stop and help. All other riders should carry on unless halted by the Lead Marshal.

16. You should make arrangements for an emergency contact, who can attend to collect you and your horse in the event of difficulties, to be available throughout the duration of the Ride.

17. If a rider has to leave the ride it may be quicker to return by road. If returning through fields always remember to close gates

18. Any riders leaving the ride at any point will not be covered by the ride insurance and will not be allowed to re-join the ride.

19. Riders who fail to obey instructions may be asked to leave the ride.

20. A hard hat to British Standard or equivalent and riding boots are compulsory for all riders. Body protectors may be worn but are not a requirement. In inclement weather, appropriate clothing may be added. This is a ceremonial event and a high standard of appearance hunting or show dress is necessary. The ride number must always be visible (please note – the number does not reflect your position in the ride).

21. Horses must be ridden in a recognised form of bridle, with or without bit. Draw reins and other kinds of special reins are not allowed. A correctly fitting saddle must be used, it is the rider’s responsibility to ensure that all tack is safe and the horse is under control at all times.

22. TAIL RIBBONS: Red ribbons are compulsory on an animal that kicks. Green ribbons should be won by novice horses/riders or anyone to be approached with extra caution. Blue ribbons should be worn by  stallions. Care and consideration must be exercised when riding with strange horses.

23. ARTIFICIAL AIDS: Long dressage or schooling whips are not allowed.

24. First Aid will be in attendance. In the event of a fall or injury, riders are required to be assessed by a medic. You may continue with the ride if the medic considers you fit to do so. Anyone who refuses medical assistance and continues to ride does so at their own risk. Anyone who suffers a fall or injury must report to a Marshal at the end of the ride to fill out an accident form.

25. Only official vehicles may accompany the ride

26. No horses are to be left unattended at any time in (or tied to) trailers or horseboxes

27. GDPR

    1. We will keep data for a year in order to inform you about next year’s ride

    2. Details of emergency contact will be retained from registration until after the ride has been completed and will be provided to any attending emergency service as well as to any attending Ride Marshalls who are liaising with them on your behalf

    3.  Data will be shared with Lichfield City Council and its insurers as necessary

    Please note that this traditional event will take place regardless of the weather but in the interests of safety during adverse conditions the organisers may change the published route.

    Horsebox parking and Assembly details will be provided later