Masterton A&P Showing Champs

📖 Looking Back... 📖
It's been just over a week since our Winter Show & Shop weekend, but we didn't want to let it pass without a proper look back! Thank you to everyone who came along, competed, shopped and supported us across the two days. A special thank you to Wairarapa Pony Club for hosting the Dressage on Day 1 - what a great start to the weekend! 🐎
🏆 Prize Giving 🏆
This was the first time we'd tried a combined series across both days, and we were thrilled to see how many of you took on the challenge. The adults in particular gave us some very stiff competition! Would you like to see this format repeated? Let us know! 💭
🥇 CLASS WINNERS:
🐴 Inhand Horse Champion – Regal Essence, Kirsten Cable
🐴 Inhand Horse Reserve Champion – Wild Rose MH, Brooklyn Rankin
🐎 Inhand Pony Champion – Bellgarra Emirants, Imogen Croad
🐎 Inhand Pony Reserve Champion – Sherwood's Master of Art, Debbie Sloan
🎀 Lead Rein Champion – Sovereign Fun Time Lad, Claudia Reid
🎀 Lead Rein Reserve Champion – Sea Dream O More, Isabella McQuade
🌟 First Ridden Champion – Bellgarra Emirants, Imogen Croad
🌟 First Ridden Reserve Champion – Jubilee Sparkle and Shine, Olivia Patrick
✨ Second Ridden Champion – Clems Badminton, Taylor Prior
🎯 Intermediate Rider Champion – Rastaman, Sadie Gleeson
🎯 Intermediate Rider Reserve Champion – Sandhill Trussardi, Spencer Croad
🏅 Senior Rider Champion – Mr Antonio, Jody Sutherland
🏅 Senior Rider Reserve Champion – Rednalhgih Popeye, Farrah Smith
🐴 Hack Champion – Trevalda Mountain Flare, Delaney Myers
🐴 Hack Reserve Champion – Villa Dakota, Jenna Coumbe Ewart
👑 SUPREME CHAMPION – Rastaman, Sadie Gleeson
🎖️ Junior Series Champion – Bellgarra Emirants, Imogen Croad
🎖️ Intermediate Series Champion – Sandhill Trussardi, Spencer Croad
🎖️ Senior Series Champion – Villa Dakota, Jenna Coumbe Ewart
🎖️ Supreme Series Champion – Bellgarra Emirants, Imogen Croad
🌟 Merit Award – Clems Badminton, Taylor Prior

👑 SUPREME SHOWING ROSETTE:
A huge thank you to the Reid Family for sponsoring our Supreme Showing Rosette - isn't it a magnificent giant?! Would you like to see more prizes in this style in future? Let us know in the comments!
📸 PHOTOGRAPHY:
Thank you to Corina Belliss Photography and Graeme Bowden Photographer for the gorgeous photography over the weekend! Head to Corina's FB album to purchase your pictures - https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1661416699318692&type=3 or to Graemes website for his photographs - https://www.graemebowden.co.nz/pony-club

🛍️ THANK YOU TO OUR VENDORS:
🐎 Equissage Therapy New Zealand – Equissage has a long history of producing therapy systems that stand out as the benchmark in equine therapy, and now the very best have become smarter, lighter and more advanced than ever. The Equissage EDGE CVT Systems comprise a range of medical grade therapy devices for horses, ponies and riders. Find the EDGE you've been looking for and try Equissage in a free demonstration - your horse will love you for it!
🎽 Helite Equestrian NZ - Cool Airvests for Every Occasion – Helite Equestrian Airvests have the fastest inflation time and largest air capacity, giving the ultimate in protection for your neck, ribs, vital organs, hips and spine. They'll also have FR Vincitore Safety Reins, cleverly designed to break if caught up - a game changer in horse and rider safety. Have fun while staying safe!
💎 Gateshead Equestrian – Perfect for this winter weather! Come check out their anti-rub vests and waterproof neck tubes to keep your horse warm, dry and rub-free.
👑 Classic Equestrian – Since 1996, Classic Equestrian has been NZ's exclusive stockist of Cavallo, quality German riding boots and apparel for all equestrian disciplines. They offer a personalised service matching the right Cavallo product to your needs, plus stock TeQ, Vala, HLH, Lumiere and Zeberdee Rugs. Trot on over to their website: www.classicequestrian.co.nz
🚚 NZ Horse Vans – NZ's official distributor of Bloomfields Horseboxes, known as some of the safest and most luxurious van-based horse transport available. Come have a look at the demo vehicle! horsevans.co.nz
✨ Team Bloomfields NZ – Gorgeous riding leggings, jackets and hoodies with all the diamanté sparkle you could want. Treat yourself to some bling!
🍬 Sal's Sweeties – Delicious Wairarapa-made confectionery including coconut ice, fudge, liquorice and nougat. Perfect for warming up with something sweet!
Thank you to everyone who came out despite the frosty mornings, competed, shopped, and supported this wonderful weekend. You made it truly special! 💙
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🐴❄️ GOOD MORNING - DAY 2! ❄️🐴
It's not just frosty out there this morning, it's -3°C! So what do we do? We go showing!! 💪✨
📋 TODAY'S IMPORTANT NOTICES:

🏟️ ARENAS:
Arenas 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be on the main sand arena. Arena 5 (Lead Rein) will be on the small sand arena.
Please access the arenas from the large gate by the tree at the Pony Club end - do NOT come through the large sand arena.
🔹 Arena 1 – Inhand Hacks and Ridden Hacks
🔹 Arena 2 – Inhand Ponies and Senior Ridden Ponies
🔹 Arena 3 – Intermediate Ponies
🔹 Arena 4 – First and Second Year Ridden
🔹 Arena 5 – Lead Rein

🏆 Prize Giving 🏆
There will be a prize giving for the overall weekend champions in our three divisions. This will be held at the Trade Hall in front of the gorgeous horse van from NZ Horse Vans at the conclusion of the rings.

⏰ TIMES:
🐴 All Inhand classes start at 10am
🐎 All Ridden classes start at 12.30pm

🔢 NUMBERS: If you have a showing number holder, please use it with your allocated back number in EVO. If not, please talk to your steward and make sure you give them your name and number.
☕ COFFEE CART today is Macchiato, over at the Trade Hall.

🛍️ TRADE HALL has BACON SAMMIES and BEEF BURGERS plus our wonderful vendors! Have you seen the sale table at Classic Equestrian? The safety reins at Helite Equestrian NZ - Cool Airvests for Every Occasion? The gorgeous clothing from Team Bloomfields NZ? Or the sweet treats from Sal's?
Rug up, grab a coffee, and let's have a great day of showing! 🏆💕
📍 Solway Showgrounds
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🐴☀️ GOOD MORNING & WELCOME! ☀️🐴

Today’s the day! Welcome to everyone joining us at Solway Showgrounds for our Winter Show & Shop weekend! ❄️✨

🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL HORSES AND PONIES! It’s officially the 1st of August - every horse and pony’s birthday! Pop into the Trade Hall and grab them a special treat from our wonderful vendors to celebrate! 🥕🎈

🐎 TODAY IS DRESSAGE DAY with Wairarapa Pony Club - good luck to all competitors!

🛍️ TRADE HALL - OPEN 10AM TO 4PM
Come along and support our wonderful stallholders! Rug up and treat yourself to something special.

🍔 HOT FOOD IN THE TRADE HALL
Burgers and bacon sandwiches will be available, lovingly cooked by Holly and Lexie as a fundraiser to help them get to Pipe Band Summer School! Come grab a feed and support these two while you’re at it. 🥓🎶

☕ DON’T WORRY THERE’S COFFEE
Thanks to Dovecote House. Because let’s be honest, you need it on a morning like this!

Rug up, grab a coffee, and let’s make the most of the day! See you there! 💕

📍 Solway Showgrounds

Helite Equestrian NZ - Cool Airvests for Every Occasion
NZ Horse Vans
Team Bloomfields NZ
Classic Equestrian
Gateshead Equestrian

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🛍️❄️ SHOPPING AT SOLWAY - MEET YOUR VENDORS! ❄️🛍️
We're excited to welcome these fantastic vendors to Solway Showgrounds this weekend! Come along and support these amazing businesses: 🐴✨
🐎 Equissage Therapy New Zealand – Equissage has a long history of producing therapy systems that stand out as the benchmark in equine therapy, and now the very best have become smarter, lighter and more advanced than ever. The Equissage EDGE CVT Systems comprise a range of medical grade therapy devices for horses, ponies and riders. Find the EDGE you've been looking for and try Equissage in a free demonstration - your horse will love you for it!
🎽 Helite Equestrian NZ - Cool Airvests for Every Occasion – Helite Equestrian Airvests have the fastest inflation time and largest air capacity, giving the ultimate in protection for your neck, ribs, vital organs, hips and spine. They'll also have FR Vincitore Safety Reins, cleverly designed to break if caught up - a game changer in horse and rider safety. Have fun while staying safe!
🏇 Gateshead Equestrian – Perfect for this winter weather! Come check out their anti-rub vests and waterproof neck tubes to keep your horse warm, dry and rub-free. A great range of quality horse rugs, tailored equestrian clothing, and general riding wear and accessories.
👑 Classic Equestrian – Since 1996, Classic Equestrian has been NZ's exclusive stockist of Cavallo, quality German riding boots and apparel for all equestrian disciplines. They offer a personalised service matching the right Cavallo product to your needs, plus stock TeQ, Vala, HLH, Lumiere and Zeberdee Rugs. Trot on over to their website: www.classicequestrian.co.nz
🚚 NZ Horse Vans – NZ's official distributor of Bloomfields Horseboxes, known as some of the safest and most luxurious van-based horse transport available. Come have a look at the demo vehicle!
horsevans
✨ Team Bloomfields NZ – Gorgeous riding leggings, jackets and hoodies with all the diamanté sparkle you could want. Treat yourself to some bling!
🍬 Sal's Sweeties – Delicious Wairarapa-made confectionery including coconut ice, fudge, liquorice and nougat. Perfect for warming up with something sweet!
☃️ WEATHER HEADS UP:
It's looking properly wintery out there this weekend! Saturday's set to be cold with a top of around 8°C, dropping close to freezing overnight. Sunday should be drier but still chilly, with frosty mornings both days. Rug up, bring layers, and grab a hot drink (and some of Sal's fudge!) from our vendors while you shop! ☕🧣
See you at Solway! 💕
📍 Solway Showgrounds
📅 Saturday & Sunday, 1st & 2nd August
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🐴✨ TWO DAYS OF HORSES, RIBBONS, FUN & SHOPPING! ✨🐴
1st & 2nd August - Solway Showgrounds.
Entries are open, keep them rolling in.

We are incredibly excited for our upcoming weekend with Wairarapa Pony Club and Wairarapa Welsh Pony & Cob Group for our fantastic winter weekend! 💕

📅 SATURDAY:
🐎 Wairarapa Pony Club Dressage Day
👔 Rider Turnout Classes
🐴 Horse & Pony Turnout Classes
🌟 Central Districts Foal and Youngstock Show (hosted by Wairarapa Welsh Pony & Cob Group)

📅 SUNDAY:
🎀 Masterton Showing Champs Ribbon Day
📚 STEWARDING LESSONS:
We'd love riders, parents, and supporters to come along before their classes to learn more about stewarding and what happens behind the scenes. It's a fantastic way to support our sport, build confidence, and understand how a show day runs! 🙌

🏆 COMBINED HIGH POINTS COMPETITION:
Across BOTH days, with trophies up for grabs in:
✨ Junior
✨ Intermediate
✨ Senior

⛺ FREE CAMPING!
Masterton A&P Association is offering FREE camping on site - make a weekend of it!

🛍️ SHOPPING:
We've already had fantastic stallholders reach out and we're contacting more vendors to build an amazing shopping experience for competitors and spectators alike!

📋 ENTRIES & SCHEDULES:
🔗 Enter now: https://www.evoevents.co.nz
🔗 Dressage Schedule:https://s3.amazonaws.com/EquestrianEntries/Schedules/2135888373/Blue%20and%20White%20Modern%20Event%20Schedule%20Flyer.pdf.pdf
🔗 Series Champions:https://s3.amazonaws.com/EquestrianEntries/Schedules/2135888373/Series%20Champions.pdf
🔗 Ribbon Day Info:https://s3.amazonaws.com/EquestrianEntries/Schedules/2135888386/Showing%20Champs%20Ribbon%20Day_Expo_A5%20V2.pdf
🔗 All Breeds Foal & Youngstock Schedule and Entries:
https://main-events.com/event/12444/central-districts-youngstock-show

Whether you're competing in dressage, foal & young stock, showing, or all - there's something for everyone, with plenty of chances to take home some prizes! 🏆

📍 Solway Showgrounds
📅 Saturday & Sunday, 1st & 2nd August
⛺ FREE Camping | 🏆 High Point Trophies | 🛍️ Trade Stalls | 🐴 Dressage & Showing

Don't leave it until the last minute – get your entries in today!

🎉 WE'RE LIVE! Entries are now OPEN! 🎉

The wait is over – Masterton Showing Champs entries are now LIVE on Evo Events! 🐴🌟

We're looking forward to welcoming competitors for an exciting weekend of showing, great competition, and plenty of fun at Solway Showgrounds.

✨ Enter now to secure your place.
🏆 Fantastic classes and prizes on offer,
🤝 A friendly, welcoming atmosphere for riders of all levels.

Look at the amazing trophy's and overall garland up for grabs, across the Wairarapa Pony Club dressage day and Masterton A&P Showing Champs weekend!

Don't leave it until the last minute – head over to Evo Events and get your entries in today!

We can't wait to see you all at Masterton Showing Champs! 🐎💙

⏰ The countdown is on! ⏰

Stallholder applications are now open for our 1st August - 2nd August 2026, 2-Day Equine Expo at Solway Showgrounds, and spaces are filling fast!

Now is the time to show your business, products, or services to the equestrian community, now is the time to get in touch.

🐴 Reach passionate horse lovers from across the region
🛍️ Showcase your brand in a busy event environment
🏟️ All stall spaces are indoors, warm, secure, and lockable

Whether you sell equestrian products, lifestyle products, artisan goods, or offer services connected to the equine world — we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch today to secure your space before it’s too late! Spaces are limited



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🐴 Okay horsey people, I need your feedback!

Would it be useful to have an official measuring stand available at Solway Showgrounds?

There are a few things we'd need to put in place to make it happen, but if there's enough interest from the equestrian community, it's definitely something we could look at actioning.

Whether you're measuring for showing, pony club, breed classes, or just want peace of mind about your horse or pony's height, we'd love to know if this is a service you'd use.

👍 Yes, I'd use it
❤️ Great idea, let's make it happen

Your feedback will help us decide whether to move forward with the project! 🐎📏

🌟 TWO DAYS OF HORSES, RIBBONS, FUN & SHOPPING! 🌟
📅 1st and 2nd August.
We are incredibly excited to announce that we have teamed up with Wairarapa Pony Club for a fantastic weekend at Solway Showgrounds!

🐴 Saturday – Wairarapa Pony Club will be running a Dressage Day (more information and schedules to follow).

✨ On Saturday we will also be offering:
👔 Rider Turnout Classes
🐴 Horse & Pony Turnout Classes

🐴Wairarapa Welsh Pony & Cob Group brings to the grounds the - Central Districts Foal and Youngstock Show!

🏆 Sunday – Masterton Showing Champs Ribbon Day.

📋 Stewarding Lessons – We'd love riders, parents, and supporters to come along before their classes to learn more about stewarding and what happens behind the scenes. Stewarding is a fantastic way to support our sport, gain confidence, and better understand how a show day runs.

But that's not all...

🎉 We will be running a Combined High Points Competition across both days, with trophies up for grabs in:
🥇 Junior
🥇 Intermediate
🥇 Senior

⛺ To help everyone make the most of the weekend, Masterton A & P Association is offering FREE camping on site!

So whether you're competing in dressage, showing, or both, there will be plenty of opportunities to get involved and take home some prizes.

🛍️ And don't forget the shopping! We've already had a number of fantastic stallholders reach out, which is amazing. We'll be contacting additional vendors shortly to build a great shopping experience for competitors and spectators alike.

📍 Solway Showgrounds
📅 Saturday & Sunday 1st and 2nd August
⛺ FREE Camping
🏆 High Point Trophies
🛍️ Trade Stalls
🐴 Dressage & Showing

Watch this space for schedules and further information!

Horses, Ponies, Shopping, Riding and Learning what more could we want after winter preparing for the season ahead?

We have some more exciting announcements still to come - so watch this space!