LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE The Monmouthshire Showground, Redbrook Road, Monmouth NP25 4LG. ONLINE ENTRIES ONLY visit

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1 ONLINE ENTRIES ONLY visit Closing dates for all entries May 19th 2017 New Show Date for 2017 Saturday 1st July 2017 LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE The Monmouthshire Showground, Redbrook Road, Monmouth NP25 4LG

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3 MONMOUTH SCHOOL SPORTS CLUB Tel: FACILITIES FACILITY HIRE Clubs and other organisations can hire many of our facilities including the Sports Hall. Outdoors we have the synthetic pitch which can accommodate training or playing for most sports. Additionally there are cricket nets and a tennis court. The pool is also available for hire at selected times CLASSES FULLY CERTIFIED FIRST AID AND LIFE-SAVING CLASSES are available periodically or can be bespoke and exclusive to your work place or organisation. Please call to discuss your requirements with our fully qualified and experienced Trainers. FITNESS CLASSES in Yoga; Pilates and Circuit Training open to members and non-members. 3

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5 INDEX Show Officials... 6 Provisional Timetable... 7 Notes for Exhibitors... 9 Acknowledgements... 9 General Regulations... 9 Safety Policy Statement CATTLE Cattle Entry Fees and Prize Money Hereford Longhorn British Limousin Welsh Black Aberdeen Angus British Blue Continental Beef Cattle Native Beef Cattle Young Handler Commercial Beef Dexters Interbreed Beef Cattle Pair Championship Interbreed Beef Cattle Championship Any Dairy Breed Calf Classes Showmanship SHEEP Sheep Entry Fees and Prize Money Badger Face Welsh Mountain Torddu Badger Face Welsh Mountain Torwen Black Welsh Mountain Beltex Blue Texel Border Leicester British Berrichon British Charollais Greyface Dartmoor Dorset Down Hill Radnor Jacob Kerry Hill Llanwenog Lincoln Longwool Cotswolds and Any Other Longwool Ryeland Coloured Ryeland South Wales Mountain Suffolk Texel Any Other Native Breed Upland Any Other Native Breed Lowland Any Other Continental Breed Young Handlers Butchers Lambs Commercial Ewes Commericial Rams Champion Sheep (All Breeds) GOATS Goats Entry Fees and Prize Money Rules and Regulations Membership Subscriptions Standing Order

6 MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW SOCIETY LTD. SHOW OFFICIALS 2017 President: H. R. Johns, Esq. Chepstow Patron: J. Jenkins, Esq. Monmouth Chairman: D Probert Esq, Abergavenny Vice Chairman: Ms A. Roderick, Monmouth Showground Directors: Medical Officers: First Aid: Accountants: Honorary Treasurer: Bankers: General Secretary: Horse Section Secretary: Livestock Section Secretary: B K Spencer, Esq. and J Biggs, Esq. Castle Gate Medical Practice, Monmouth St John Ambulance Wales Green & Co, Cwmbran A.T. James, Esq. Trellech Nat West, Abergavenny Mrs E Egerton Treveddw Farm, Pandy Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 7PE. Tel: or secretary@monmouthshow.co.uk Mrs J Probert (address as above) Tel: horses@monmouthshow.co.uk Mrs V J Bull Oaklands Barn, Upper Tal y Fan Farm, Dingestow, Monmouth, NP25 4BG Tel: livestock@monmouthshow.co.uk The Chairman and committee wish to thank the Judges, Stewards and all the voluntary helpers who assist in the organising and running of the Show. 6

7 CATTLE JUDGING TIMES RING Dairy Breed Calf Show RING Dexters Welsh Black Beef Young Handlers RING Hereford Aberdeen Angus RING Longhorn British Blue RING Any Other Native Beef Any other Continental Beef RING Commercial Beef Limousin CHAMPIONSHIP (Approx.) SHEEP JUDGING TIMES All sheep should be ready for judging at 9.30am. GOAT JUDGING TIMES Goats entered in the milking competitions are to be on the showground by 5.30pm on the evening of the Show and to be stripped out by 6.00pm prompt to the satisfaction of the stewards. Goats not in the milking competitions should be on the showground by 9.00am on Show day. 7

8 MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW 2017 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES for CATTLE, SHEEP and GOATS ALL ENTRIES CLOSE Friday 18 th May 2017 Late entries will NOT be accepted. All Entries To Be Submitted Online, via the Monmouthshire Show Website. Visit to Enter and Pay for your Classes. Enquiries to Tel: Admission Prices Advance Tickets Show Day Adult OAP Student/YFC * 8 Child 5 16 years 4 6 Child under 5 years Free Free Family (2 Adults & 3 Children) PLEASE BE SURE TO BOOK THE CORRECT NUMBER OF PASSES FOR EACH ENTRY AND ENTER ANIMALS SEPARATELY FOR SEPARATE OWNERS. SHOW HOLDING NUMBER: 060/061/8002 HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT ALL EXHIBITORS ARE REQUESTED TO FAMILIARISE THEMSELVES WITH THE MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT ENCLOSED WITH THIS SCHEDULE. ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROVISIONS CONTAINED IN THE HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT SHALL BE A CONDITION OF ENTRY. NOTICE WILL EXHIBITORS PLEASE ENSURE THAT THEY HAVE THEIR PASSES WITH THEM ON SHOW DAY AS NO EXCUSE CAN BE ACCEPTED BY THE GATE ATTENDANTS AND NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE. ANYONE REQUIRING A PASS OUT OF THE SHOW GROUND WILL HAVE THEIR HAND MARKED WITH A RUBBER STAMP OR A PASSOUT STRAP ATTACHED TO THEIR WRIST. 8

9 NOTES FOR LIVESTOCK EXHIBITORS Our 2016, was again well supported by livestock exhibitors. We had an excellent number of animals forward across all sections of the Show. Thank you to all the exhibitors who attended with a wonderful display of livestock. The 2017 show is in full swing. Our main change this year is our show date, we hope that moving to the first Saturday in July will be a huge success. As usual, we will be keeping our fingers crossed that the county will be free of disease and restrictions but will be ever mindful of disease control. Although there is still an exemption for one day shows and pre movement testing for TB we have been advised that animals are pre movement tested. N.B. Sheep and Goat exhibitors are asked to complete all the AML1 forms before arriving at the showground to ease the flow of traffic at the collection point on the gate. Don t forget MV forms and check that they are in date and that correct tagging is used. Cattle exhibitors are also reminded to bring their Cattle Passports. Straw and Hay will be available to purchase on the day of the show, please indicate on your entry form amount required. We look forward to receiving your entries and to seeing you at the show on July 1 st, All Sheep Classes with less than 3 exhibitors or 5 entries may be merged into another class at the discretion of the Chief Sheep Steward. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Chairman and Committee of the Show Society wish to thank all the Judges, Stewards, Doctors, Veterinary Surgeons, the Monmouthshire Hunt, St. John Ambulance, Puddleducks Nursery, and all the many other voluntary helpers who assist in the organising and running of the Show. The Monmouthshire Show is a member of, or is affiliated to, various breed societies and is grateful to them for the various qualifications, prizes and awards for winners of the Show. Monmouthshire Show Society Limited GENERAL REGULATIONS All exhibitors should make themselves aware of the Animal Welfare and Transport Regulations 1. Exhibitors should carefully examine the Prize List, rules and regulations of the Society before making entries. 2. ENTRIES a. Entries must be submitted on the Society s forms before the closing date and accompanied by the proper fees as specified in the schedule. NOMINATIONS NOT ACCEPTED. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to ensure entries are posted well in advance of the entry closing date. Closing dates are final and will be strictly enforced, entries received after the closing date will be returned. b. A member of the Society is entitled to make entries at the reduced fee provided his subscription has been paid by the closing date of entries and the previous year s subscription has been paid. c. All entries must have been the bona fide property of the exhibitor for at least three calendar months prior to the Show. d. Entries (other than under B.S. Rules), in the hands of the Secretary are not transferable nor can they be cancelled after the closing date. e. The Committee reserves the right to reject any entry without stating the reason for doing so. f. The age (in years and months) or height of animals exhibited for premiums must be fairly stated in Certificates. In cases of dispute, assessment by the Show s Veterinary Surgeons is final. Foals must be at least 3 weeks old at the date of the Show. g. Mare with foal at foot All foals must be the offspring of the mare with which they are exhibited and must accompany their dams in the judging ring. h. The Society reserves the right to cancel or amalgamate any classes which in their opinion are insufficiently filled. i. Any entry fees paid shall not be returnable, except in the case of an animal incapacitated by accident, injury or illness. Any claim under this clause must be made in writing to the Horse Section Secretary and must be accompanied by a certificate issued by a Veterinary Surgeon to be received no later than 20 th August 2016 together with all labels and passes issued by the Society in respect of the entry/ies in question. ANY CLAIM RECEIVED AFTER 20 TH AUGUST 2016 WILL BE INVALID. Substitution of entries in NOT allowed. j. The term Exhibitor will include persons taking part in any competition or display arranged by the Society, and the owner of any horse, plant, machinery or other thing involved in any such competition or display or otherwise exhibited on the Showground. k. Exhibitors are not permitted to enter any horse or pony in any class, which is to be judged by a person who has or has had a financial interest in the animal, or which has stood in his/her stable. Stud fees are not considered financial gain. The onus of complying with this regulation rests entirely on the Exhibitor. l. By completing the entry form (in any section), you agree to abide by the regulations of the Monmouthshire Show Society. Any exhibitor who breaks any of the Society s rules or uses unfair means to win a prize, will be subject to disqualification and, as a result, may forfeit all prizes and prize money and may be barred from attending future shows. 3. RESPONSIBILITY a. Neither the Society nor any of its officers or servants, shall be in any way responsible or accountable for anything that may happen (from any cause or circumstances whatsoever) to any persons, exhibitors or their servants, or agents, exhibit, vehicle or other article or thing containing or relating to any exhibit, or any other property brought into the Showground which has a connection with, or arising out of, or attributable to, the Society s Show. b. Each exhibitor shall be solely responsible for any consequential loss, injury or damage to, or occasioned by any animal, article or property exhibited by him/her and shall indemnify and hold harmless the Society against all legal or other proceedings in regard thereto and repay any injury which may be so occasioned. Exhibitors should hold their own public liability insurance policy a copy of which may be asked for by the stewards at the show. c. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to ensure that all animals entered are free from all notifiable diseases. d. Any exhibitor competing under breed society or governing body affiliation will be considered to have agreed to abide by the rules of that society in addition to the Show rules. 9

10 e. Under no circumstances is any animal to be led, ridden or driven on the Showground, or over the fences, except when going to or from exhibition or parade. Exhibitors infringing this rule will forfeit their prizes and be debarred from competition. The Horsebox area is considered to be outside the Main Showground. f. All exhibitors and others in charge of livestock must comply with directions from Show Officials and Stewards. g. The Committee do not hold themselves responsible for any typographical errors. It is the Exhibitors or Competitors responsibility for the correctness of his/her entry form and for its description in the Catalogue. h. The handler or rider of any horse or pony will be asked to remove it from the ring if, in the opinion of the Society s officers or servants, he/she is unable to control the animal safely. Horses or ponies with unstable or aggressive temperament should not be bought to the Showground. When in the opinion of the society s Officers or servants, the Police, the Health and Safety Executive or other competent authority, an animal s behaviour poses an immediate threat to life and limb of people in its immediate vicinity, the Society reserves the right to mitigate such threat in such manner as they see fit, without any obligation to make good any loss or damage suffered as consequence of enacting the regulation. 4. JUDGING a. Qualified judges shall be appointed by the Committee and remunerated at its discretion. The Society reserves the right to substitute other Judges for those named in the Schedule or make additional appointments. Where time permits Exhibitors will be informed of the change via the website b. All stock should be ready for judging 30 minutes before the class. c. If required by the Judges, the Veterinary Surgeons appointed by the Society shall be consulted before the prizes are awarded but the Judge s decision will be final. d. The times of judging are estimated for the convenience of exhibitors but cannot be guaranteed and the Committee reserve the right to alter the order and times of classes. The Society will not accept responsibility for any exhibitor missing their class(es). e. No Officer or Steward of the Show, being also an exhibitor, shall enter the ring while his/her exhibits are in the ring. f. The Society reserves the right to take a blood sample from any animal exhibited at the Show. 5. EMERGENCY VETERINARY TREATMENT It is a condition of entry that the society s Veterinary Surgeons may treat any animal in an emergency whether or not the owner/exhibitor is present. If emergency veterinary treatment is required at the Show, exhibitors will be responsible for the cost of any medication or drugs used in the treatment of their animal and payment must be made direct to the Vets at the time of treatment. 6. PRIZES a. Prizes of the Society are open unless otherwise stated in the prize list. b. All perpetual cups and trophies must be returned to the Secretary by 22 nd July 2017 following their award. c. Special Prizes are only offered on behalf of the donor who is solely responsible for them, their description and conditions. d. Premiums presented to the Society will be subjected to the same regulations as the Society s own premiums unless the donor specifically informs the Secretary to the contrary in writing before the entries close each year. e. The Committee reserves the power to withhold prizes entirely if, (i) upon the judge s recommendation, there appears insufficient merit in the class, or (ii) the entries have not complied with the rules and regulations. f. Prize winners to be ready at 2.45 p.m. for the grand parade in the Main Ring, failure to parade may result in forfeiture of prize monies. g. Grand Parade. Please see Safety Policy Statement enclosed for Rules on Livestock Handling. h. Trophies. All trophies are to be collected from the horse secretary s tent situated at the top of the horse ring field. Trophies will only be released with a signed form and a deposit of Please ensure you have with you the cup card issued in the horse ring at the time of judging to claim your trophy. A free photograph with winner and trophy is available upon request. i. Prize Money. Prize Money cards will be issued at the time of judging to winners. Cash may be claimed on Show day at the Ice Bank located at the top of the main show ground or by BACS payment after show day. PRIZE WINNERS MUST PRESENT THEIR PRIZE MONEY CARD BEFORE THE 30 TH SEPTEMBER AFTER WHICH THE PRIZE MONEY WILL BE FORFEITED. 7. OBJECTIONS a. Objections must be in writing to the Secretary within two hours of the judging of the class concerned unless accompanied by a satisfactory reason for the delay. b. As a guarantee of good faith, objectors must lodge 50 which will be forfeited to the Society if the Committee over rule the objection. c. No person, who shall have been proved to the satisfaction of the Committee to have exhibited illegally at this or any other Society, shall be allowed to compete for any prize offered by the Society until re admitted by a two thirds majority of the Committee. 8. NUMBERS Numbers of all stock exhibited must be properly displayed. 9. ADMISSION Any person without a pass (to be obtained when entering exhibit) will be charged admission. No refunds will be made on lost or forgotten passes. 10. STOCK VEHICLES Stock vehicles must move to their parking area immediately after unloading. 11. DOGS Dogs will not be allowed on the Showground unless on a lead. 12. HARD HATS Wearing of hard hats, a skull cap or a hat and safety harness according to PAS 105, BSEN 1384 (1997), EN 1384 (1996), ASTM S1163, SNELL 2001, or AS/NZS 3838 (2003 or 2006) suitably and securely fastened, is compulsory at all times when mounted. A skull cap or a hat and safety harness according to BSI Standard 4472 or 6473 and securely fastened must be worn by ALL competitors in the jumping phase of Working Hunter Classes. Skull caps must have a navy blue or black cover. The Only exception to this is when riding in a class whose governing body allows bowler hats or a more limited number of approved safety numbers than those listed above to be worn as part of the approved dress code for that particular showing class. The Organisers of this show have taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present. For these measures to be effective, everyone must obey the instructions of the Organisers and all Officials and Stewards. 12 FALL OF HORSE/PONY RIDER A fall of horse/pony or rider during any class will result in elimination. The rider must not remount in the ring and should see a medically qualified attendant before remounting. Any rider, who continues to compete in ridden classes after a fall without first seeking medical advice, will compete at their own risk and on their own responsibility. BS classes will be ridden in strict accordance with BS current rules on this subject. Medical advice/doctors are available on the showground opposite the general Show Sectary s office. 13 PHOTOGRAPHIC RIGHTS a. Please note photographs will be taken on the Monmouthshire Showground by official photographers selected by the Monmouthshire Show Organisers, for use in promotional and advertising material. Competitors and Exhibitors give permission for any photographic and/or film or TV footage taken of persons or horses/ponies taking part in Monmouthshire Show events to be used and published in any media whatsoever for editorial purpose, press information or advertising by or on behalf of Monmouthshire Show. b. The Society reserves the right to publish through any media the entrants and winners names and addresses supplied on the Entry Form. c. As an entrant, Monmouthshire Show Society, will store the data you provide on computer and will use said data for marketing, statistical and analytical purposes. You will receive communications from time to time, letting you know about the Society s work and promotions. 14 DATA PROTECTION It is a condition of entry that the Monmouthshire Show Society reserves the right to forward Exhibitor information to the press, Breed Societies and other regulatory authorities (ie DEFRA or Trading Standards). It is also a requirement that the Owner s name, Rider name and Exhibitor details will be published in the Show Catalogue. 10

11 MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW SOCIETY LTD SAFETY POLICY STATEMENT It is the MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW SOCIETY LTD policy to ensure so far as it is reasonably practicable that an environment is created and maintained at all times during the setting up and running of the Monmouthshire Show which is both safe and healthy for the benefit of all. The prevention of all accidents particularly those involving personal injury or damage to equipment and property is recognised as being essential to the efficient running of the Show as well as to avoid hardship and suffering. The MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW SOCIETY LTD commits itself to the implementation of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (plus any amendments as from time to time may occur) including the Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations 1992 and actively seeks the full and understanding co operation of all for their commitment to the same. The Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd with the aid of all Exhibitors and Contractors will assess the risks to the health and safety of everyone who may be affected by any activity carried on at the Monmouthshire Show. These assessments will enable any necessary preventative and protective measures to be taken to ensure a safe and healthy environment at the Show. The Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd will provide adequate training and instruction as necessary for all stewards to ensure the safe running of all operations and events at the Show. The Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd will review this Safety Policy Document annually, and amend as necessary, as required by the Health and Safety at Work Act Personnel Responsible for Health and Safety The Chairman and Show Committee shall have overall responsibility for all aspects of health and safety and shall so far as is reasonably practicable ensure that everybody under their control are familiar with the Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd s Safety Policy and will encourage at all times the co operation of all members, stewards, contractors, exhibitors and members of the public for their commitment to the same. The Show Committee have appointed a Safety Liaison Officer who shall help to ensure that all concerned understand their responsibilities. The Chairman and Show Committee will also act on health and safety guidance and advice received from the Monmouthshire Show Society LTD s part time Safety Officer. Stewards These will assist with the implementation and enforcement of this Policy Statement, and take charge in dealing with emergencies and major accidents at the Monmouthshire Show. Exhibitors Responsibilities All exhibitors must take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and all other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions. No exhibitor may misuse, fail to use or recklessly interfere with any equipment provided by the Society in the interests of health and safety under statutory obligations or otherwise. All exhibitors should note the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1992, which requires co operation and co ordination between all Exhibitors and the Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd. in so far as the requirements on both to carry out adequate risk assessments covering the work to be carried out, and to implement any procedures as required by the above legislation, and also inform all those concerned of these assessments and procedures. Participants and Exhibitors All participants and exhibitors are required to conform to the Monmouthshire Show Society LTD s Safety Policy Document in order to maintain the highest standard of Health and Safety practically possible. Participants and Exhibitors must ensure the Health and Safety of themselves and any other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions The co operation of Participants and Exhibitors will be paramount in achieving so far as is reasonably practicable a safe and trouble free programme. Safety Officer (part time) The Safety Officer shall be responsible for the day to day running of the Health and Safety Policy and shall report directly to the Chairman, Secretary and Show Directors. The Safety Officer shall be responsible for: a) Providing guidance and advice on Health and Safety matters b) Promoting safety consciousness at all levels within the Health and Safety training programmes; c) Liaison with all persons, Medical, Fire Authority, HSE, Local Authorities and other appropriate departments; d) To advise on accident prevention techniques and investigate & record all accidents to provide statistics for the Chairman and Show Committee. MACHINERY Any plant, machinery or equipment used prior to, during or after the event should only be operated by an adult who is fully trained and competent in its safe use. Use by inexperienced or untrained persons is not permitted. Passengers must not be carried on vehicles and machines unless they are designed or adapted for that purpose. Any use of equipment by persons under 18 is prohibited. Plant and machinery must only be operated and demonstrated after ensuring that adequate precautions are taken to protect the operator and bystanders. Operators must be told that unsafe operation will not be allowed and may lead to possible legal action by the relevant enforcing authority. All machinery used must comply with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations Guidance on standards to be achieved in respect of machinery safety is contained in BS Safety of Machinery and any guidance issued by the HSE. Machinery must only be operated or demonstrated in areas fenced off from the public. There must be a sufficient number of stewards available to control the public during any demonstration and adequate risk assessments must be submitted to the Show Committee covering each and every working demonstration. Operators should be told to cease their activities should any person encroach into the danger area. When positioning ropes, fences and barriers to restrict the access of persons into potential danger areas, an adequate margin of safety must be observed. In particular, account must be taken of the risks to those persons from materials that may be ejected from machines. All static exhibits must be erected in a way that ensures they do not present a risk to any person during the event (including erection and dismantling). The correct protective clothing/equipment must be worn at all times when Participants and Exhibitors are engaged on any activity for which protective clothing/equipment is required. E.g. any person using a chain saw must wear the relevant protective clothing. All such protective clothing/equipment must comply with the requirements of the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations ELECTRICITY All temporary low voltage distribution systems (415V or less) on the site will be subject to the Electricity at Work Regulations All electrical installations should be carried out by a competent electrician familiar with the requirements of the above legislation and should operate to the standards recommended by the Institute of Electrical Engineers. Anyone who provides electrical apparatus for their own or anyone else s demonstration etc should, before it is connected to the electrical supply, arrange for its inspection and testing by a competent electrician and documentation should show the date of the test and the name of the person carrying out the test. All equipment should be connected to the supply through a Residual Current Device (RCD) and all cables and connections where not protected by a weatherproof structure shall be of such construction or as necessary protected to prevent, so far as is reasonably practicable, danger arising from such exposure. Socket outlets should not be overloaded; extension leads should not be used indiscriminately. All mains connected portable and transportable electrical equipment should be installed and used in accordance with HSE Guidance Note PM32 safe use of portable electrical apparatus. All temporary installations must be safely disconnected and removed from the site after the event. GENERATORS Generators may only be used with the written permission of the Secretary. All rules given with the permission MUST be adhered to at all times. CATERING All static/mobile caterers must ensure that they comply with all the relevant Food Hygiene Regulations: Food Safety Act 1990, Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations 1995, Food Labelling Regulations 1996, Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 All caterers should realise that Inspectors of the Local Council Environmental Health Departments may make inspections prior to and during events to ensure that Food Operators understand and comply with the relevant legislation. All establishments selling Food and/or Drink must comply with the above Food Hygiene Regulations. Guidance on Health and Safety in Kitchens and Food Preparation Areas HS (G) 55 is available from HMSO Tel: Caterers should obtain a copy and follow the guidelines therein. 11

12 LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) All exhibitors, trade stands, caterers, retailers, etc. who use LPG MUST comply with the Guidance notes referred to below, in respect of the storage and use of any LPG containers that they bring on to the premises. Any full or empty cylinders not in current use must be kept in an adequate store as described in the guidelines referred to below and not on the stand, exhibit or in the caterers kitchens. No LPG cylinders should be kept inside any building. The gas from these cylinders should be piped to the appliances being used. All pipework should be rigid whenever possible with the shortest possible amount of rubber tubing used. All rubber tubing used should confirm to BS3212. Hose connections should be secured with the correct hose clips at all times. If there is temporary or permanent storage of LPG on the same site then this storage must comply with HSE Guidance booklet HS(G)4 The storage of LPG at fixed installations for bulk storage, or with HSE Guidance note CoP7 The keeping of LPG in cylinders or similar containers for other types of storage. All use of LPG on site should also be in accordance with HSE Guidance Note CoP7. Exhibitors, caterers, etc. are required to ensure that their gas appliances have been recently examined and tested by a competent person and labelled to indicate the examiners name and date of examination. SHOW STAND SAFETY No pesticides and other substances hazardous to health should be kept on trade stands. Trade stand exhibitors should display only new, EMPTY containers. Any steam or pressure vessel or lifting appliances used/demonstrated must comply with current legislation and be examined and documented as with electrical apparatus and gas appliances. All temporary structures including marquees, buildings, information boards, fences and gates must be soundly constructed, erected and safe for their intended purpose and comply with the latest and relevant codes of practice. Exhibitors must give regard to the stability of their exhibits and ensure that they are secured against any form of collapse. Petroleum product storage must be in accordance with standards laid down by the fire prevention department of the local Fire Authority. ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Exhibitors are also warned of the danger from the distribution of high or low voltage systems throughout the showground. Exhibitors are asked to check on the position of cables, above and below ground, prior to erecting stands, marquees or flagpoles. VEHICLE EXHIBITS Exhibitors are not allowed to demonstrate or exhibit any vehicles in the Avenues during the Show without prior authorisation. EXCAVATION No exhibitor will be allowed to excavate in any part of his/her stand without permission from the Society. It is imperative that the exhibitor checks the position of underground services prior to any excavation works being carried out. All fencepost and flagpole holes must be filled and re seeded or re turfed. CONTRACTORS Exhibitors are responsible for ensuring that their contractors are aware of and follow all relevant Health and Safety legislation together with the Society s Health and Safety Policy. Safety Requirements Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 Special attention is directed to the safety requirements outlined in the regulations governing the allocation of space for machinery and other stands. The ruling of the Steward on the safety of any exhibit, or part of an exhibit, shall be immediate and final; but consent to the working of an exhibit shall not relieve any exhibitor of liability as laid down in the regulations. The Society holds exhibitors wholly responsible for the observance of statutory regulations governing the safety of machinery exhibited by the. Machines and appliances are accepted for the adjudication and on the understanding that they are capable of complying with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the regulations that are implemented under it. Cycles No motorcycles, motorbikes or A.T.V s of any kind may be taken on to the Show avenues without prior authorisation. Fire precautions Exhibitors bringing their own tentage must ensure that it has been treated with a suitable fire retardant and in the case of a large marquee, a plan showing all fire exits must be submitted for approval by the local Fire Authority. All trade stands must have fire extinguisher(s) sited in a prominent position and in full view. These appliances should be held at the following rate: sq.ft. ONE; 500 1,000 sq.ft. TWO; for each additional 1,000 sq.ft. or part of, a further appliance is required. The most suitable extinguisher is a 5 kilo dry powder type, which in the case of most fires will contain the outbreak until the arrival of the fire brigade. Fire/Emergency Procedure 1. In the event of fire, evacuate the stand or area immediately. 2. Report the fire to the Secretary s Office where a telephone is available and the fire authority will be called. 3. Keep all spectators well clear of the area. Accidents/First Aid The PRIORITIES are: The safe treatment of the injured person. Immediate action to prevent re occurrence. Reporting/Investigation 1. First aid is available at all First Aid Centres. 2. Accident books are kept in the First Aid Centres that are clearly marked around the site and details of all accidents must be recorded as soon as possible after the incident. 3. In the event of any accident the Society should be informed immediately. The Safety Officer will be responsible for investigating the accident and recommending the necessary action following any accident. LIVESTOCK In the interests of Safety unauthorised movement of animals during the show period will not be allowed. Exhibitors of BULLS should make themselves familiar with HSE Guidance Note GS36 Safe custody of Bulls at Agricultural Shows, Markets or similar premises off the farm. Guidance Note GS36 gives appropriate methods for handling bulls at events: (a) Two people, one using a bull pole attached to the bull s nose ring and the other using a rope or chain attached to the halter or head chain via the nose ring; (b) Two people both using ropes or chains, one rope or chain attached to a halter, the other attached directly to the nose ring or via the nose ring to the halter; (c) One person using a bull pole attached to the bull s nose ring and a rope or chain attached to a halter, or head chain via the nose ring, with a competent person standing by able to assist in the control of the bull if required; (d) One person using a rope or chain attached to a halter with a second rope or chain attached directly to the nose ring or via the nose ring to the halter, with a competent person standing by able to assist in the control of the bull if necessary. Please NOTE any bull over 10 months old being led on the showground MUST be accompanied by TWO handlers at all times. Young persons should not be allowed to handle bulls. Exhibitors of HORSES should familiarise themselves with any rules or guidance notes issued by the appropriate authority or society which control the particular activity and they must comply with these standards. HARD HATS Anyone riding a horse, pony or donkey must wear a hat to the relevant British or European Standard specification and of a standard approved by the governing body of their respective horse or pony Society, Association or discipline and under whose rules they are exhibiting or competing. This hat must be worn at all times. SPRAY DIPPING OF SHEEP The use of any substance containing toxic chemicals, including sheep dips to prepare sheep for showing, whilst on the showground, is strictly forbidden. DOGS Except for participants in the Dog Show events and the Countryside Ring events, all other exhibitors are discouraged from bringing their dogs on to the showground. All dogs, other than while competing in the above events, must be kept on a lead at all times. All competitors in the events must ensure that their animals are kept under strict control at all times. They are also asked to be responsible for the clearing and disposal of all dog faeces. Reviewed Jan

13 CATTLE JUDGING TIMES Cattle should be ready for judging at 9.30 a.m. sharp IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL COMPETITORS TO MAKE THEMSELVES AWARE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, GENERAL REGULATIONS AND SAFTEY POLICY STATEMENT. ALL OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE ONLINE LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE. By Completing the entry form you are confirming to the following: You are stating that you understand, confirm and agree to the following statement: To the best of my knowledge and belief, the animal(s) I have entered is/are free from any clinical disease at the time of entry. I further declare that all necessary precautions will be taken to prevent the said animal(s) from being exposed to infectious or contagious diseases from the time of entry to their arrival on the Showground. Each and all of the particulars given are correct to the best of my knowledge and belief: that these animals are my own property: and that they are duly qualified, according to the Society s regulations and conditions, to compete for the prize or prizes for which they are entered. To confirm, as an exhibitor, to all the Regulations, Conditions and safety Policy Statement of Monmouthshire Show: to hold the Society blameless in the event on any illness, loss or damage occurring to, or through, any animal I may enter or exhibit at the Show, or of mis delivery of the same: and to indemnify the Society against any legal proceeding arising from any such illness, loss, damage or mis delivery. CATTLE Prize Money, Stalling Fee and Entry Fee Rules and Regulations SCALE OF PRIZES FOR ALL CATTLE CLASSES INCLUDING GROUPS Prizes to be awarded on numbers of animals forward. Entries Forward 1 st 2 nd 3 rd 4 th 1 6 entries and over Rosettes to 4 th Place Exhibitors are reminded that the committee reserves the right to cancel sections with less than 4 exhibitors and those classes with less than 5 entries may be amalgamated or cancelled. Entry fee for all classes Non Members 5.00; Members 2.50* (Minimum entry fee 5.00) (* Members who have paid two years subscription) A standard charge of 5 will be made for each stall booked. Exhibitors will only be allowed to bring to the Show and exhibit the number of animals for which they have booked and paid stall fees. CONDITIONS CATTLE NOT ALLOWED on site until Saturday 1 st July ALL EXHIBITS must be on the showground according to the scheduled time. No exhibit to be removed before 4 p.m, but all livestock to be removed by 9pm. Prize winners are required to attend the Grand Parade or forfeit the prizes. Exhibitors are responsible for acquainting themselves with DEFRA Regulations and for compliance therewith. NB. PASSPORTS will be required. General Notes a) Cows or heifers calving at the show or which show any signs of abnormal discharge will be placed in isolation and returned to the herd or origin as soon as practicable. If calving takes place or any abnormal discharge occurs before the time of judging such animals will not be allowed to compete. b) Isolation facilities will be provided for animals which calve or show evidence of calving. Milking facilities will be provided 13

14 HEREFORDS Judge: Mr O Brooke, Kings Caple, Hereford. R24 Only breeding animals entered for or accepted for entry in the Hereford Herd Book maintained by the Hereford Cattle Society will be qualified to take place in this section. 1 SENIOR BULL born on or before 31st December, 2015 CA1 LADY HEREFORD CUP for the best exhibit in Class 1 2 JUNIOR BULL born on or after 1st January, 2016 CA2 LADDIN PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP for the best exhibit in Class 2 3 COW OR HEIFER born on or before 31st August, 2015 CA3 ANSELL CHALLENGE CUP for the best Hereford Cow or Heifer in Class 3 4 HEIFER born on or between 1st September, 2015 and 31st August HEIFER CALF born on or after 1st September, BEST PAIR of animals, property of the same owner. 7 GROUP OF THREE ANIMALS to include both sexes from one herd in Classes 1 5, and the property of one Exhibitor CA5 LANDINABO CHALLENGE CUP for the best Group of three animals, won outright by Major F.M. Symonds and re presented, to the winner of Class 6 Specials HEREFORD CA6 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male CA7 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male CA8 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female CA9 R.T.H. COWLES MEMORIAL CHALLENGE CUP for the best Female exhibit. Presented by MRS. R.T.H. COWLES CA10 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female CA11 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion. CA12 TREWORGAN CHALLENGE CUP for the best Exhibitor in the Hereford Classes. Presented by the late MR. J.E. JONES CA13 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion CA14 DE BOHUN PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP for the best Polled Hereford. Presented by RT. HON. VISCOUNT HEREFORD LONGHORNS THE WELSH LONGHORN BREEDERS CLUB OFFICIAL AUTUMN SHOW Judge: Mr D Bull, Lambourn, Berks. 8 JUNIOR BULL born on or between 1st January 2016 and 31st August COW OR HEIFER in milk or in calf, born on or before 31st December 2014, must have produced a calf within the past 12 months. 10 HEIFER, born on or after 1st January 2015 and before 31st December HEIFER born on or after 1st January 2016 N.B. IN THE EVENT OF INSUFFICIENT ENTRIES BEING RECEIVED CLASSES 10 AND 11 WILL BE AMALGAMATED. 12 PAIR OF ANIMALS from one Herd and the property of the same Exhibitor To be one of either sex, or two females. CB2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male CB1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female CB2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female CB3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE and A Special Longhorn Breed Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion CB4 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE and A Special Longhorn Breed Society Rosette for the Reserve Breed Champion CB5 A Special Rosette offered by the LONGHORN CATTLE SOCIETY for the best Junior Heifer born on or after 1st January, CB6 A Special Rosette offered by the LONGHORN CATTLE SOCIETY for the best Junior Bull born on or after 1st January, CB7 WESTERN DAILY PRESS CUP for the Best Exhibit in the Longhorn Classes 14

15 BRITISH LIMOUSINS Judge: Mr M Jerman, Caersws, Powys. 13 JUNIOR BULL born on or after 1st January COW any age, in milk and with calf at foot or capable of being certified in calf. Please purchase addtional stall for calf at foot 15 HEIFER in milk and with calf at foot, or capable of being certified in calf. Please purchase addtional stall for calf at foot 16 HEIFER, born on or after 1st January, BEST PAIR of animals, property of the same owner. CC1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female CC2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Female Champion CC3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion CC4 CHRISTOPHER MARSHAL CUP for the Supreme Champion. CC5 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion WELSH BLACK CATTLE Judge: Mr D H Jones, Ceredigion. 18 JUNIOR BULL Born on or after 1st January COW any age, in milk or in calf 20 HEIFER in milk (with calf at foot), or in calf. Born between 1st March 2014 and 28th February Please purchase addtional stall for calf at foot. 21 HEIFER born on or after 1st January BEST PAIR of animals, property of the same owner. 23 BEST GROUP OF 3 property of the same owner. South Wales Welsh Black Breeders Club This Show qualifies for THE GLYN JONES Competition (Maiden heifer BORN AFTER 1st January 2016); Qualifying at Cothi Bridge, Tivy Side, Cardigan, Llanilar, Aberystwyth, Nevern, Fishguard, Brecon, St. Clears, Llandeilo, Lampeter, Martletwy, Monmouth, Talybont and Gower. The competition is sponsored by Glyn Jones Esq. Penlon, Nebo, Cross Inn, Ceredigion (with the Final being judged at Llandysul Show). Further details available from Janet Thomas CD1 CD2 CD3 CD4 CD5 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion MONMOUTH SHOW CUP for the best exhibit in the Welsh Black Cattle classes Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion WELSH BLACK CATTLE SOCIETY BULL AND FEMALE OF THE YEAR AWARDS This is a qualifying show for the prestigious Black Welsh Cattle Society s Bull and Female of the Year Award champion bull, champion female, reserve bull and female. CD8 CD9 THE FARMERS UNION OF WALES AWARD OF 500, 150 is awarded to the owners of the bull and female who gain the highest aggregate points at the nominated shows. A further 60 to each reserve champion and 40 to each second reserve. THE FARMERS UNION OF WALES INSCRIBED GLASS TROPHY is awarded at this show to: 1. The Best Welsh Black Bull that has not previously won this award in The Best Welsh Black female that has not previously won this award in Conditions: 1. The competition is administered by the Welsh Black Cattle Society. 2. All exhibits must be entered or accepted for entry in the Welsh Black Cattle Society Herd Book, Grading up appendix or Polled Register. 3. All animals must be exhibited by members of the Welsh Black Cattle Society. 4. No animal may win more than one Trophy in any one Show season. 5. Welsh Black Cattle Society judges can only judge one qualifying show in any show season. 15

16 ABERDEEN ANGUS Judge: Mr B Derrick, Shepton Mallet, Somerset. 24 JUNIOR BULL born on or after 1st January COW, in milk or in calf, born before 1st January HEIFER born on or after 1st January 2015 and before 1st January HEIFER born on or after 1st January BEST PAIR of animals, property of the same owner. Specials ABERDEEN ANGUS CE1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female CE2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female CE3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion CE4 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion CE5 ABERDEEN ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY, ROSETTE & TARTAN SASH for the Champion Aberdeen Angus. CE6 ABERDEEN ANGUS CATTLE SOCIETY ROSETTE for the Best Aberdeen Angus Bred by an Exhibitor CE7 DARK LANE CUP for the Champion Aberdeen Angus. Kindly presented by Messrs. N.J. & B. Pittams BRITISH BLUE Judge: Mr D Baldwin, Coleford, Gloucestershire. 29 JUNIOR BULL born on or after 1st January FEMALE having had at least one calf 31 HEIFER under 3 years of age on the day of the show, not having calved. 32 BEST PAIR of animals, property of the same owner. Specials BEEF CATTLE CF1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female CF2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female CF3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion CF4 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion CONTINENTAL BEEF CATTLE (Excluding Limousin & British Blue) Cattle to be judged led. Animals entered in these classes must not be already entered in any other Breed or Commercial classes. Judge: Mr R M Birch, Weston, Staffordshire. 33 JUNIOR BULL born on or after 1st January FEMALE having had at least one calf. 35 HEIFER under 3 years of age on the day of the show, not having calved. 36 BEST PAIR of animals, property of the same owner. Specials CONTINENTAL BEEF CATTLE CG1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female CG2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female CG3 THE WELSH CALF SUPPLIERS CUP and Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion CG4 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion NATIVE BEEF CATTLE (Excluding Pedigree Hereford, Pedigree Aberdeen Angus, Pedigree Longhorn & Pedigree Welsh Black) Cattle to be judged led. Animals entered in these classes must not be already entered in any other breed or commercial classes. Judge: Mr W Bedell, Shrewsbury, Shropshire. 37 JUNIOR BULL born on or after 1st January FEMALE having had at least one calf 16

17 39 HEIFER under 3 years of age on the day of the show, not having calved 40 BEST PAIR of animals, property of the same exhibitor CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 Specials BEEF CATTLE Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion YOUNG HANDLER Any Beef Breed Judge: Miss S Roberts, Cardiff. Please purchase addtional cattle stall if only competing in young hander class 41 Calf to be 12 months old and under, handler between 12 years to 17 years, on the day of the Show. Calf to be led. To be judged on presentation and showmanship. Please purchase additional stall if only showing in young handler class. 42 Calf to be 6 months old and under, handler 11 years and under, on the day of the Show. Calf to be led. To be judged on presentation and showmanship. Please purchase additional stall if only showing in young handler class. N.B. Entries are only required beforehand if an extra stall is to be booked. Entries for animals and their handlers already booked into stalls for other classes during the Show will be taken on the day. There is no entry fee for this class, however, stalls will cost 5 as for ordinary stock bookings. Rosettes will be offered to 6th place. PRIZE MONEY; 1st 15, 2nd 10, 3rd 5 will be given out on the day of the Show. 17

18 COMMERCIAL BEEF CATTLE Judge: Mr E Morgan, Llandovery, Carmarthenshire. Cattle to be entered with the approx. estimated weight, in the appropriate class, but will be weighed on the showground and divided equally into classes. In the event of uneven numbers the odd beast shall go into the heavier class. All CATTLE MUST be under 30 months old on the day of the Show. 43 BEST LIGHT STEER 44 BEST HEAVY STEER 45 BEST LIGHT HEIFER 46 BEST HEAVY HEIFER 47 NATIVE STEER, CROSS OR HEIFER (to have been sired by a Native Bull) 48 BEST PAIR OF ANIMAL, property of the same owner. Specials COMMERCIAL BEEF THE CRIPPLE CREEK INN COMMERCIAL CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIP CH1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion together with a Sash and cheque for 100. CH2 COLES, KNAPP AND KENNEDY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY for the Champion Commercial Beast CH3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion DEXTERS Judge: Miss M Howie, Kent. Every animal must be fully registered in the Herd Book Proper of the Dexter Cattle Society. No appendix animals may be shown. 49 COW OR HEIFER in milk. 50 DRY COW 51 HEIFER under 2 years old on day of Show. Not having calved 52 BULL, any age. 53 GROUP OF THREE ANIMALS from ONE HERD and the property of the same Exhibitor 54 BEST PAIR OF ANIMALS, property of the same owner Specials DEXTERS CJ1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female CJ2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female CJ3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion CJ4 THE SEVERNSIDE CUP for the Champion Dexter, kindly presented by MR. AND MRS. E.J. PEARSE CJ5 BREED SPOON & ROSETTE for the Champion Dexter. Kindly presented by the DEXTER CATTLE SOCIETY CJ6 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion INTERBREED BEEF CATTLE PAIR CHAMPIONSHIPS JUDGING: The Championship will be judged by one of the breed judges on an annual rotation. The Championship is open to the first placed prize winner of each pair of animals breed class. CK1 CK2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Interbreed Pair Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Interbreed Pair Champion INTERBREED BEEF CATTLE CHAMPIONSHIPS JUDGING: The Championship will be judged by a panel of judged formed from the judges from the individual breed competitions. Each judge will be awarded a maximum of 10 points to his/her top choice and so downwards in sequence to the last choice. Marks will be added by the Stewards and the animal attaining the highest marks will be deemed the Champion. The second highest will be the Reserve Champion. The Championship is open to the Champion of each Beef Breed including the Commercial Champion. CS1 CS2 CS3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Interbreed Champion THE VIZARD PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY presented by VIZARD & CO., MONMOUTH. Plus a stockman s prize of Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Interbreed Champion 18

19 DAIRY CATTLE SECTION IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL COMPETITORS TO MAKE THEMSELVES AWARE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, GENERAL REGULATIONS AND SAFTEY POLICY STATEMENT. ALL OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE ONLINE LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE. By Completing the entry form you are confirming to the following: You are stating that you understand, confirm and agree to the following statement: To the best of my knowledge and belief, the animal(s) I have entered is/are free from any clinical disease at the time of entry. I further declare that all necessary precautions will be taken to prevent the said animal(s) from being exposed to infectious or contagious diseases from the time of entry to their arrival on the Showground. Each and all of the particulars given are correct to the best of my knowledge and belief: that these animals are my own property: and that they are duly qualified, according to the Society s regulations and conditions, to compete for the prize or prizes for which they are entered. To confirm, as an exhibitor, to all the Regulations, Conditions and safety Policy Statement of Monmouthshire Show: to hold the Society blameless in the event on any illness, loss or damage occurring to, or through, any animal I may enter or exhibit at the Show, or of mis delivery of the same: and to indemnify the Society against any legal proceeding arising from any such illness, loss, damage or mis delivery. 55 COW IN MILK 56 HEIFER IN MILK 57 HEIFER IN CALF, NOT IN MILK 58 MAIDEN HEIFER, born after 1st January GROUP OF THREE ANY DAIRY BREED Judge: Mr W Jones, Kidwelly, Carmarthen. DAIRY CHAMPIONSHIP CL1 CL2 CL3 CL4 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Supreme Champion Dairy Cow BEESTON PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP, for best Dairy Cow, Any Breed. for Champion Holstein. Presented by MESSRS. NEWCOMBE BROS. Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Supreme Dairy Cow. GEORGE AND BEN BREAKWELL PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP for the local Champion dairy female. Presented by the late MRS. GEORGE BREAKWELL. Open to the County of Monmouthshire or within a radius of 10 miles from Monmouth Shire Hall MONMOUTHSHIRE CALF SHOW. CLASS ENTRY FEE WILL BE FREE. HOWEVER ALL ENTRIES IN THE CALF SHOWMUST PAY FOR STALLS AT 5 per stall. CALF CLASSES Judge: Mr W Jones, Kidwelly, Carmarthen. 60 CALF to be born on or after 01/12/ CALF to be born between 01/08/2016 and 30/11/ CALF to be born between 01/04/2016 and 31/07/ CALF to be born between 01/04/2016 and 31/05/2016. CM1 CM2 Specials CALF CLASSES Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Calf Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Calf 19

20 SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES Judge: Mr W Jones, Kidwelly, Carmarthen. 66 HANDLER between the age of 16 and 26 on 01/01/ HANDLER under the age of 16 on 01/01/2017. CN1 CN2 Specials SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Handler Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Handler CORPORATION CHALLENGE CUP This cup, kindly subscribed for and presented by The Mayor, Aldermen and Councillors of the Corporation of Monmouth in August 1929, is presented to THE EXHIBITOR GAINING THE GREATEST NUMBER OF POINTS IN THE LIVESTOCK CLASSES. Points for adjudicating as follows: 1st 5, 2nd 4, 3rd 3, 4th 2, 5th and 6th 1, Breed Champion 3. THIRD PARTY LIABILITY The Society, its officers or servants, shall not be responsible for any persons whatsoever while on the Society s premises, or while entering or leaving the same for any damage or loss, however caused, to the property of such person, or for any injury, fatal or otherwise, to such person. The Society, its officers or servants shall not be responsible for any accident, damage or loss, however caused, that mat occur to any exhibitor or his servant, or to any animal, article or property, brought onto the showground, or while entering or leaving or being carried in or out of the said ground. Each exhibitor shall be solely responsible for loss, injury or damage, that may be done to, or occasioned by, or arising from, any animal, article or property exhibited or brought onto the ground by him, and he shall indemnify and hold harmless the Society from and against all actions, suits, expenses and claims on account of, or in respect of any such damage or injury which may be so caused or occasioned. 20

21 WE HAVE MOVED TO ONLINE ENTRIES ONLY PLEASE VISIT TO ENTER YOUR CLASSES AND PAY YOUR ENTRY FEES WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT ENTRIES ONLINE 21

22 SHEEP SECTION RESTRICTED TO MV ACCREDITED, MV SUPERVISED 2 AND NON MV SHEEP ONLY Scale of prizes for all sheep classes Prizes to be awarded on number of animals forward Entries Forward 1 st 2 nd 3 rd 4 th and over Rosettes to 4 th Place Entry fee for all classes Non Members 5.00; Members 2.50* (Minimum entry fee 5.00) (* Members who have paid two years subscription) All ram lambs and ewe lambs to be bred by the exhibitor. Entries restricted to Sheep from Registered Flocks. Exhibitors are reminded that the committee reserves the right to cancel sections with less than 4 exhibitors and that classes with less than 5 entries may be amalgamated or cancelled. MAEDI VISNA ACCREDITED SHEEP Sheep will only be allowed into the Maedi Visna Accredited section of the show on production of a VALID certificate of accreditation (White SAC Certificate), which must be presented on entering the showground. Exhibitors should ensure that all sheep entered are noted and that the certificate is within the expiry date. SHEEP JUDGING TIMES Sheep should be ready for judging at 9.30am sharp. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL COMPETITORS TO MAKE THEMSELVES AWARE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, GENERAL REGULATIONS AND SAFTEY POLICY STATEMENT. ALL OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE ONLINE LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE. By Completing the entry form you are confirming to the following: You are stating that you understand, confirm and agree to the following statement: To the best of my knowledge and belief, the animal(s) I have entered is/are free from any clinical disease at the time of entry. I further declare that all necessary precautions will be taken to prevent the said animal(s) from being exposed to infectious or contagious diseases from the time of entry to their arrival on the Showground. Each and all of the particulars given are correct to the best of my knowledge and belief: that these animals are my own property: and that they are duly qualified, according to the Society s regulations and conditions, to compete for the prize or prizes for which they are entered. To confirm, as an exhibitor, to all the Regulations, Conditions and safety Policy Statement of Monmouthshire Show: to hold the Society blameless in the event on any illness, loss or damage occurring to, or through, any animal I may enter or exhibit at the Show, or of mis delivery of the same: and to indemnify the Society against any legal proceeding arising from any such illness, loss, damage or mis delivery. 22

23 BADGER FACE WELSH MOUNTAIN TORDDU Judge: Mr B Pritchard, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire. 71 RAM any age 72 RAM LAMB 73 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year. 74 SHEARLING EWE 75 EWE LAMB 76 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP both sexes to be represented and at least one sheep must be over 12 months old. All sheep to be owned by the same exhibitor. SA1 SA2 SA3 SA4 SA5 SA6 Specials BADGER FACE WELSH MOUNTAIN TORDDU Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion BADGER FACE WELSH MOUNTAIN TORWEN Judge: Mr S Pugh, Llandrindod Wells, Powys. 77 RAM any age 78 RAM LAMB 79 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year. 80 SHEARLING EWE 81 EWE LAMB 82 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP both sexes to be represented and at least one sheep must be over 12 months old. All sheep to be owned by the same exhibitor. SB1 SB2 SB3 SB4 SB5 SB6 SB7 Specials BADGER FACE WELSH MOUNTAIN TORWEN Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion THE LLWYN ON PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP for the Best Badger Face Welsh Mountain Exhibit BLACK WELSH MOUNTAIN Judge: Mrs R Wise, Bracknell, Berkshire. 83 RAM any age. 84 RAM LAMB 85 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year. 86 EWE LAMB 87 PAIR OF SHEARLING EWES SD1 THE CLYTHA CHALLENGE CUP for the best pair of Black Welsh Mountain Ewes in the above class. Kindly presented by SIR RICHARD HANBURY TENISON. 88 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor. Specials BLACK WELSH MOUNTAIN SC2 SC3 SC4 SC5 SC6 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Exhibit Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female Exhibit Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion 23

24 SC7 SC8 SC9 DUDLEY CUP, kindly presented by J. DUDLEY, ESQ., for the Supreme Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion BLACK WELSH MOUNTAIN SHEEP BREEDERS ASSOCIATION BREED CHAMPION ROSETTE for Best Registered Exhibit in Section BELTEX Judge: Mr M Owen, Llandysul, Carmarthenshire. THIS SECTION IS OPEN TO MAEDI VISNA ACCREDITED SHEEP ONLY. Beltex Society Progeny Show RAM any age 90 RAM LAMB 91 PAIR OF MALES, by same sire. 92 BREEDING EWE,4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year. 93 YEARLING EWE 94 EWE LAMB 95 PAIR OF FEMALES, by same sire. 96 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes to be represented and at least one sheep must be over 12 months old. All sheep to be owned by the same exhibitor. SD1 SD2 SD3 SD4 SD5 SD6 SD7 Specials BELTEX Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion. The Champion Beltex Cup awarded to the best Beltex Exhibit Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion. BLUE TEXEL Judge: Mr G Arrowsmith, Llowes, Hereford. THIS SECTION IS OPEN TO MAEDI VISNA ACCREDITED SHEEP ONLY 97 RAM, any age. 98 RAM LAMB 99 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year. 100 YEARLING EWE 101 EWE LAMB 102 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes to be represented and at least one sheep must be over 12 months old. All sheep to be owned by the same exhibitor. SE1 SE2 SE3 SE4 SE5 SE6 Specials BLUE TEXEL Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion. Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion. BORDER LEICESTER Judge: Mrs S D Martin, Boynton, Launceston. 103 RAM any age 104 RAM LAMB 105 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year. 106 YEARLING EWE 107 SINGLE EWE LAMB 24

25 108 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor. SF1 SF2 SF3 SF4 SF5 SF6 SF7 SF8 Specials BORDER LEICESTER Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion EXHIBITOR OF THE YEAR AWARD This Show qualifies for the above award. SPECIAL PRIZE & ROSETTE Presented by the Society of Border Leicester Sheep Breeders for the Best Border Leicester Sheep in the Show, registered or eligible for registration in the Border Leicester Flock Book, and not having won one of these Prizes earlier in the Year. BRITISH BERRICHON Judge: Mr M Yeo, Barnstable, Devon. 111 RAM any age. 112 RAM LAMB 113 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year 114 YEARLING EWE 115 EWE LAMB 116 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes to be represented, at least one sheep over 12 months old. SG1 SG2 SG3 SG4 SG5 SG6 SG7 SG8 Specials BRITISH BERRICHON Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion British Berrichon Sheep Society ROSETTE for the Champion British Berrichon Sheep Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion BRITISH CHAROLLAIS Judge: T.B.C. (After closing date) THIS SECTION IS OPEN TO MAEDI VISNA ACCREDITED SHEEP ONLY 117 RAM, any age 118 RAM LAMB, born after 1st December, BREEDING EWE,4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year 120 YEARLING EWE 121 EWE LAMB, born after 1st December GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor SH1 SH2 SH3 SH4 SH5 SH6 SH7 Specials BRITISH CHAROLLAIS Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion BRITISH CHAROLLAIS SHEEP SOCIETY SPECIAL AWARD ROSETTE for the Champion 25

26 GREYFACE DARTMOOR Judge: Miss C Nugent, Tilshead, Wilts. 123 RAM, any age 124 RAM LAMB 125 BREEDING EWE, four tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year 126 SHEARLING EWE 127 EWE LAMB 128 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, consisting of one male and two females, the two females to be of different ages. Owned by the same Exhibitor and registered or eligible for registration (Applies to lambs only). SI1 SI2 SI3 SI4 SI5 SI6 SI7 SI8 Specials GREYFACE DARTMOOR Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male together with a DBSA prize of 10 to the best male shown by an Association member. Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female together with a DSBA prize of 10 to the best female shown and owned by an Association member Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion GREYFACE DARTMOOR SHEEP BREEDERS ASSOCIATION ROSETTES to the Breed Champion and Reserve Champion Olive Luce Perpetual Memorial Trophy for the Champion Greyface Dartmoor. Presented by the Langtrees and Hearne flocks. Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion DORSET DOWN Judge: Mrs D Rowberry, Bromyard, Herefordshire. All sheep to be registered in the Flock Book, all Shearling, or older, ewes and rams must be clean shorn after 1st January All lambs must have been born after 1st December 2016 and show all their lamb teeth. 129 RAM, any age 130 RAM LAMB 131 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year. 132 YEARLING EWE 133 SINGLE EWE LAMB 134 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor SJ1 SI2 SJ3 SJ4 SJ5 SJ6 SJ7 Special DORSET DOWN Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion The Rowberry Cup kindly presented by Mrs Rowberry, for the Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion HILL RADNOR Judge: Ms K Hovers, Trecastle, Brecon. 135 RAM, any age 136 RAM LAMB 137 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year. 138 YEARLING EWE 139 SINGLE EWE LAMB 140 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor 26

27 SK1 SK2 SK3 SK4 SK5 SK6 SK7 Specials HILL RADNOR Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion JAMES AND EMANUEL PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP for the Champion Presented by JAMES & EMANUEL LTD. Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion JACOB Judge: Mr G A Jones, Stockbridge, Hampshire. All sheep to be shown to Breed Society Rules 141 RAM, any age 142 RAM LAMB 143 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year. 144 SHEARLING EWE 145 SINGLE EWE LAMB 146 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor SL1 SL2 SL3 SL4 SL5 SL6 SL7 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion JACOB SHEEP SOCIETY ROSETTE for the Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion KERRY HILL Judge: Mr J Terry, Nuneaton, Warwickshire. 147 RAM, any age 148 RAM LAMB 149 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year. To have been shorn BARE after 1st May, in the current year, and shown in a natural state, untrimmed. 150 YEARLING EWE 151 SINGLE EWE LAMB 152 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor SM1 SM2 SM3 SM4 SM5 SM6 SM7 Specials Kerry Hill Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion THE JACKSON AND ROWBERRY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP presented by the Kerry Hill Flock Book Society for the Best Exhibit of Kerry Hill Sheep (Male or Female) Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion 27

28 LLANWENOG Points will be awarded towards the Llanwenog Accumulative Points System. Judge: Mr E Morgan, Lampeter, Ceredigion. 153 RAM, any age 154 RAM LAMB 155 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during current year 156 YEARLING EWE 157 EWE LAMB 158 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor SN1 SN2 SN3 SN4 SN5 SN6 Specials LLANWENOG Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion LINCOLN LONGWOOL Judge: T B C. (After closing date) 159 SHEARLING RAM, bare clipped on or after 1st March in the current year. 160 RAM LAMB 161 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year. 162 SHEARLING EWE 163 SINGLE EWE LAMB 164 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same exhibitor. SO1 SO2 SO3 SO4 SO5 SO6 Specials LINCOLN LONGWOOL Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion. COSTWOLDS AND ANY OTHER LONGWOOL Judge: Miss L Smith, Priddy, Somerset. 165 RAM, any age 166 RAM LAMB 167 BREEDING EWE, four tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year 168 SHEARLING EWE 169 SINGLE EWE LAMB 170 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor Specials ANY OTHER LONGWOOL SP1 SP2 SP3 SP4 SP5 SP6 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion 28

29 OPEN LONGWOOL CHAMPIONSHIP Judge: T B C. SP7 THE CAMPBELL CHALLENGE CUP for the Open Longwool Champion Sheep, presented by Mr. and Mrs. W.Campbell RYELAND Judge: Mr I Lloyd MRCVS, Parkmill, Swansea. 171 RAM, any age 172 RAM LAMB 173 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year. 174 YEARLING EWE 175 SINGLE EWE LAMB 176 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor SQ1 SQ2 SQ3 SQ4 SQ5 SQ6 SQ7 Specials RYELAND Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion THE OSBASTON CUP for the best Group (Ram, Ewe and Lamb) owned by the same Exhibitor. Cup kindly presented by MRS. M. DOWNHAM AND THE LATE MR. A. DOWNHAM Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion COLOURED RYELAND Judge: Mr W R T Lewis, Narbeth, Pembrokeshire. 177 RAM, any age 178 RAM LAMB 179 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year 180 YEARLING EWE 181 SINGLE EWE LAMB 182 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same exhibitor Specials COLOURED RYELAND SQ8 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male SQ9 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male SQ10 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female SQ11 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female SQ12 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion SQ13 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion SOUTH WALES MOUNTAIN SHEEP Judge: Mr S Powell, Blackwood, Gwent. 183 RAM, 2 years old or over 184 YEARLING RAM 185 RAM LAMB 186 BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb during the current year. 187 YEARLING EWE 188 EWE LAMB 189 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP both sexes to be represented and at least one sheep must be over 12 months old. All sheep to be owned by the exhibitor. 29

30 SR1 SR2 SR3 SR4 SR5 SR6 Specials SOUTHWALES MOUNTAIN SHEEP Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Breed Champion SUFFOLK Judge: Mr C Holmes, Broadway, Worcestershire. THIS SECTION IS OPEN TO MAEDI VISNA ACCREDITED SHEEP ONLY 190 RAM, any age 191 RAM LAMB, trimmed or untrimmed 192 SINGLE SHEARLING EWE or BREEDING EWE, 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year 193 EWE LAMB 194 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor Specials SUFFOLK SS1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male SS2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male SS3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female(s) SS4 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female(s) SS5 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion SS6 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion SS7 SPECIAL ROSETTE for the Best Registered Suffolk Exhibit. Presented by the SUFFOLK SHEEP SOCIETY SS8 BEAULIEU CUP for the Best Group owned by the same Exhibitor. Kindly presented by MR. AND MRS. H. HARRIES TEXEL Judge: Mr F Rushton, Matlock, Derbyshire. THIS SECTION IS OPEN TO MAEDI VISNA ACCREDITED SHEEP ONLY 195 SENIOR RAM, 4 tooth or more 196 SHEARLING RAM 197 RAM LAMB 198 BREEDING EWE, four tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year 199 SHEARLING EWE 200 EWE LAMB 202 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP, both sexes must be represented and at least one sheep to be over 12 months old. Owned by the same Exhibitor ST1 ST2 ST3 ST4 ST5 ST6 ST7 Specials TEXEL Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Champion Female(s) Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Champion Female(s) NEWTON COURT CUP and Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Breed Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for Reserve Breed Champion ROSETTES kindly presented by THE TEXEL SHEEP SOCIETY for the Champion and Reserve Champion 30

31 ANY OTHER NATIVE BREED UPLANDS BREEDS These classes are designed for entrants with any breed of native sheep other than those listed in this schedule. Please enter your breed of sheep on your entry form. Judge: Mr R Lewis, Lisvane, Cardiff. 203 RAM any age 204 RAM LAMB 205 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year 206 YEARLING EWE A206 EWE LAMB 207 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP both sexes must be represented, at least one sheep must be over 12 months old. SU1 SU2 SU3 SU4 SU5 SU6 Specials ANY OTHER NATIVE BREED SHEEP Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion ANY OTHER NATIVE BREED LOWLAND BREEDS These classes are designed for entrants with any breed of native sheep other than those listed in this schedule. Please enter your breed of sheep on your entry form. Judge: Mr P Derryman, Honiton, Devon. 208 RAM any age 209 RAM LAMB 210 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year 211 YEARLING EWE 212 EWE LAMB 213 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP both sexes must be represented, at least one sheep must be over 12 months old. Specials ANY OTHER NATIVE BREED SHEEP SU7 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male SU8 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male SU9 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female SU10 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female SU11 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion SU12 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion ANY OTHER CONTINENTAL BREED SHEEP These classes are designed for entrants with any breed of Continental sheep other than those listed in this schedule. Judge: Mr D Eglin, Bulkington, Warks. 214 RAM any age 215 RAM LAMB 216 BREEDING EWE 4 tooth or more, to have bred and reared a lamb in the current year 217 YEARLING EWE 218 EWE LAMB 219 GROUP OF THREE SHEEP both sexes to be represented, at least one sheep over 12 months old. Specials ANY OTHER BREED SHEEP SV1 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Male SV2 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male SV3 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Female SV4 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female SV5 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion SV6 Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion 31

32 YOUNG HANDLERS Judge: Mr & Mrs H Rowlands, Usk, Monmouthshire. 220 SHEEP YOUNG HANDLERS Open to handlers 17 years and under on the day of the show. Handlers may show any breed, sex or age of sheep. This class will be judged on the method of showing and handling of the exhibit. Not on the exhibit itself. There will be no entry fee and only one child ticket will be allocated with entry, adults accompanying children will have to purchase a ticket to the Show. Prize money will be issued to 3rd Place and Rosettes will be issued to 6th place. All competitors will receive a Monmouthshire Show Rosette. Classes will be divided on the day of the show according to age and the number of entries received. Competitors are asked to enter this competition in the usual way so that tickets may be allocated. BUTCHERS LAMBS NO TRIMMING AND NO DAGGING ALLOWED THIS RULE WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED Judge: Mr M Probert, Monmouth. 221 PEN OF 3 BUTCHERS LAMBS, Continental Cross 222 PEN OF 3 BUTCHERS LAMBS, any other Breed or Cross SW1 SW2 Specials BURCHERS LAMBS COLIN WILLIAMS MEMORIAL TROPHY for Pen of 3 Butchers Lambs. Kindly presented by MRS. N. WILLIAMS, for the Champion pen Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion Pen 223 PAIR OF BREEDING EWES Continental Cross 224 PAIR OF BREEDING EWES Native Cross COMMERCIAL EWES NO TRIMMING THIS RULE WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. Judge: Mr M Probert, Monmouth. SX1 Specials COMMERCIAL EWES Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion 225 COMMERCIAL RAM ANY AGE Continental Cross 226 COMMERCIAL RAM ANY AGE Native Cross COMMERCIAL RAMS Judge: Mr M Probert, Monmouth. SY1 Specials COMMERCIAL RAMS Monmouthshire Show Society ROSETTE for the Champion CHAMPION SHEEP (All breeds) Judge: Mr J Long, Frome, Herefordshire. OPEN TO THE CHAMPION OF EACH BREED SZ1 SZ2 SZ3 SZ4 SZ5 SZ6 SZ7 TREALY PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP for Champion Female. Presented by MR. AND MRS. H.R.P. LLOYD MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW SOCIETY ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Female RENNIES PERPETUAL CHALLENGE TROPHY for the Champion Male MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW SOCIETY ROSETTE for the Reserve Champion Male SIR WILLIAM THOMAS PERPETUAL CHALLENGE CUP for Supreme Champion Sheep. Presented by SIR WILLIAM THOMAS Monmouthshire Show Society CHAMPION ROSETTE Monmouthshire Show Society RESERVE CHAMPION ROSETTE 32

33 GOATS Please ensure you order the Straw and Hay bales that you require before Show day, Payment will be required before collection of bales. PRIZES 1st 6, 2nd 4, 3rd 3. Rosettes to 4th place Entry Fee Non Members 8.00, Members 4.00 per entry. Closing Date for entries Friday 19th May 2017 Entries will only be accepted online Judge: Mrs M Franklin. PLEASE NOTE: Welsh Assembly Government regulations permitting, the Best Milker and Reserve Best Milker, the Best and Reserve Best Goatling and kids and a selection of prize winning stock will be required to join the Grand Parade. The Haberdashers Trophy for the Best Goatling and the Mellan Plate for the Champion Goat will be presented in the Main Ring. NO OTHER MILKERS will be required to parade. Chief Steward: Miss R Candy, Rose Cottage, Waterley Bottom, Dursley, Gloucester. Tel: Assistant Stewards: Mrs M Franklin, Miss Franklin, Mr Head, Mrs Head. The goat classes/milking competitions are held under the rules, regulations and recognition of the British Goat Society. All exhibits must be registered with the BGS as in the ownership and in the name of the Exhibitor, the registered name and number being quoted on the entry form. (Also kidding date for goats in milk). All goats in milk must have kidded, or aborted, a minimum of 30 days previous to the day of the Show. No pregnant goat may be admitted to the Showground. In the event of an unforeseen kidding or abortion, the goats will be immediately isolated from other goat. Full details of the goat, the exhibitor and action taken will be reported in writing by the Chief steward to the BGS secretary immediately after the Show. CAE REGULATIONS B.G.S. Monitored Herds. A current certificate MUST be included with the entries Please ensure you order the Straw and Hay bales that you require before Show day. CAE Status BGS Monitored (B) Privately Tested (W) Privately Tested (T) *CAE Status BGS instruction. No entries will be accepted in the B or W categories unless CAE blood test results are on the BGS submission forms or Sheep & Goat Health Scheme forms, This is to enable quick and accurate confirmation of the goats attending a Show. T Classification Entries will be restricted to goats that have received a CAE negative test within 12 months of the date of the Show, never having previously received a positive test. This category may include goats eligible for categories B & W, providing a two metre gap is provided between the accommodation for the different categories. Privately Tested Herds. Proof of a clear test within 12months prior to the date of the Show MUST be included with entries. Veterinary certificates and test results should be for the whole herd and kids must be out of negatively tested dams, identified on the certificate. Exhibitors are advised thatmilk that has been put through the communal weigh bucket should not be fed to kids. N.B. If there are sufficient entries classes will be split for Golden and British Guernseys, Pure Toggenburgs and Pure Saanens, British Alpine, first and second kidders, at the Chief Steward s discretion. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF ALL COMPETITORS TO MAKE THEMSELVES AWARE OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, GENERAL REGULATIONS AND SAFTEY POLICY STATEMENT. ALL OF WHICH CAN BE FOUND IN THE ONLINE LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE. By Completing the entry form you are confirming to the following: You are stating that you understand, confirm and agree to the following statement: To the best of my knowledge and belief, the animal(s) I have entered is/are free from any clinical disease at the time of entry. I further declare that all necessary precautions will be taken to prevent the said animal(s) from being exposed to infectious or contagious diseases from the time of entry to their arrival on the Showground. 33

34 Each and all of the particulars given are correct to the best of my knowledge and belief: that these animals are my own property: and that they are duly qualified, according to the Society s regulations and conditions, to compete for the prize or prizes for which they are entered. To confirm, as an exhibitor, to all the Regulations, Conditions and safety Policy Statement of Monmouthshire Show: to hold the Society blameless in the event on any illness, loss or damage occurring to, or through, any animal I may enter or exhibit at the Show, or of mis delivery of the same: and to indemnify the Society against any legal proceeding arising from any such illness, loss, damage or mis delivery. CLASSES MILKER: A female Goat that has borne a kid (There will be no prize money awarded for the Milking classes.) 227 Saanen or British Saanen Milker 228 Toggenburg or British Toggenburg Milker 229 British Alpine Milker 230 Anglo Nubian Milker 231 Golden and British Guernsey Milker 232 Any Other Variety Milker 233 Saanen or British Saanen Goatling 234 Toggenburg or British Toggenburg Goatling 235 British Alpine Goatling 236 Anglo Nubian Goatling 237 Golden and British Guernsey Goatling 238 Any other variety Goatling Goatling Classes Kid Classes 239 Saanen or British Saanen Kid 240 Toggenburg or British Toggenburg Kid 241 British Alpine Kid 242 Anglo Nubian Kid 243 Golden or British Guernsey Kid 244 Any other variety Kid 245 GOAT YOUNG HANDLERS Open to handlers under the age of 16 years on the day of the show. Open to handlers under the age of 16 years on the day of the show. Handlers may show any breed, sex or age of goat. This class will be judged on the method of showing and handling of the exhibit, not the exhibit itself. There will be no entry fee or prize money but Rosettes will be issued to 4th place. COMPETITORS IN THE MILKING TRIALS ARE ASKED TO BRING AMILKING PAIL FOR EACH ANIMAL ENTERED. THE USE OF UNSTABLE OR OTHERWISE UNSUITABLE CONTAINERS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. Rule 38: Goats entered in the Milking Competitions are to be on the showground by 5.30 p.m. on the evening of the day before show day, and be stripped out by 6.00 p.m. prompt, to the satisfaction of the stewards. The registered name and number of all goats, plus dates of birth, must be given. The registered number of any goat originally entered as R.A.F. or N.A.F. must be submitted to the Show Secretary before that goat competes. FOR GOATS IN MILK: Date of last kidding is also required. IT IS REGRETTED THAT GOATS CANNOT BE ACCOMMODATED BEFORE 12 NOON ON THE DAY BEFORE THE SHOW. STRAW WILL BE AVAILABLE AT A COST OF 3.00 PER BALE OR SECTION. IN THE INTERESTS OF SAFETY, NAKED FLAME COOKING AND HEATING APPLIANCES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED IN THE MARQUEE AND ELECTRIC POWER SOCKETS AND LIGHTING WILL BE PROVIDED. 34

35 ROSETTES GA1 GA2 GA3 GA4 GA5 GA6 ROSETTE for the Best Goat in Show and a sash presented by Miss R V Candy. A CHALLENGE CERTIFICATE for the Best Inspection/Production Goat that has borne a kid A Challenge Certificate for the Best Inspection/Production Goat A BREED CHALLENGE CERTIFICATE for the Best Goat that has borne a kid in each of the following breeds: Anglo Nubian, Saanen, Toggenburg, British Alpine, British Guernsey, British Saanen, British Toggenburg and Golden Guernsey. CERTIFICATE OF MERIT for the Best British Milker that has borne a kid. The Stanacre Challenge Cup for the best British Alpine Female Goat, Goatling, or Kid and bred by the exhibitor. GA7 GA8 GA9 MELLAN PLATE for the Best in Show. Presented by MR. G. GODFREY BOUGHTON CUP for the best goat in milk, bred by the exhibitor. HABERDASHERS GOATLING TROPHY Presented by the Worshipful Company of Haberdashers for the Best Goatling GA10 DUFFRYN CUP for the best Goat of any age exhibited by a member of the Welsh and Marches Goat Society GA11 ROSETTE for the Best in Show GA12 ROSETTE for Reserve Best in Show GA13 ROSETTE for the Best Milker GA14 ROSETTE for Reserve Best Milker GA15 ROSETTE for Best Goatling GA16 ROSETTE for the Reserve Best Goatling GA17 ROSETTE for the Best Kid GA18 ROSETTE for Reserve Best Kid GA19 Saanen Breed Challenge Certificate GA20 Reserve Saanen Breed Challenge Certificate GA21 British Saanen Breed Challenge Certificate GA22 Reserve British Saanen Breed Challenge Certificate GA23 Toggenburg Breed Challenge Certificate GA24 Reserve Toggenburg Breed Challenge Certificate GA25 British Toggenburg Breed Challenge Certificate GA26 Reserve British Toggenburg Breed Challenge Certificate GA27 British Alpine Breed Challenge Certificate GA28 Reserve British Alpine Breed Challenge Certificate GA29 Anglo Nubian Breed Challenge Certificate GA30 Reserve Anglo Nubian Breed Challenge Certificate GA31 Golden Guernsey Breed Challenge Certificate GA32 Reserve Golden Guernsey Breed Challenge Certificate GA33 British Guernsey Breed Challenge Certificate GA34 Reserve British Guernsey Breed Challenge Certificate GA35 CERTIFICATE OF MERIT GA36 RESERVE CERTIFICATE OF MERIT GA37 Toggenburg Breed Society for the Best Toggenburg Exhibit GA38 British Toggenburg Society for the Best British Toggenburg Exhibit GA39 British Alpine Society for the Best British Alpine Exhibit GA40 Anglo Nubian Breed Society for the best Anglo Nubian Exhibit GA41 Golden Guernsey Society for the Best Golden Guernsey Exhibit 35

36 MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS 2017 The following privileges are afforded to the various categories of subscriptions: Vice President Subscription Vice President Badge 1 Vice President Guest Badge 2 Free Admission passes to Showground (ticket only) if paid by 1st June Car Pass to Vice Presidents' Car Park Reduced entry fees to exhibitors in Livestock and Horse Classes (See Rule 2B) Admission and use of Ringside Members Marquee where licensed bar and refreshments are available The right to vote at the Annual General Meeting. The right to purchase Guest Tickets A Vice President may be nominated to serve on the General Management Committee. Membership Subscription Members Badge 1 Free Admission pass to Showground (ticket only) if paid by 1st June Reduced entry fees to exhibitors in Livestock and Horse Classes (See rule 2B) Car Pass for Members' Car Park Use of Ringside Members Enclosure and Marquee where licensed bar and Refreshments are available The right to vote at the Annual General Meeting A Member may be nominated to serve on the General Management Committee Family Member Subscription To enjoy the privileges of a full Member and available only to the spouse, partner or children of the Member if residing at the same address as the Member. Junior Member Subscription To enjoy the full privileges of a full Member and available to the children of Members. To be under 18 years on the day of the Show and residing at the same address as the Member. Life Member A person may become a Member for Life on payment of one subscription and carries the benefits of a single Member with the addition of Vice President parking and facilities. A second family member may become a Family Life Member on payment of a further 200. Rule 2B A member of the Society is entitled to make entries at the reduced rate and to use the Members' Car Park, provided the subscription has been paid by the closing date of entries and he has also paid the previous year's subscription. 36

37 MONMOUTHSHIRE SHOW SOCIETY LTD SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR 2017 Vice President for Life Second family Vice President for Life Vice President Member Family Member Junior Member Please note that the Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd is not VAT registered and therefore, there is no element of VAT in the above subscriptions. BANKER S ORDER DATE... NAME OF BANK... ADDRESS OF BRANCH POST CODE... ACCOUNT NUMBER... BRANCH SORT CODE... Please pay: NATIONAL WESTMINSTER BANK PLC. 9 HIGH STREET, ABERGAVENNY, MONMOUTHSHIRE, NP7 5SA. (Sort Code , Current Account No ) the sum of: (DELETE AS APPLICABLE) Begin the subscription to the Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd., on 1st JANUARY annually until further notice. This mandate cancels all previous Banker s Orders in respect of the Monmouthshire Show Society Ltd. SIGNATURE... NAME... ADDRESS POST CODE... Please take the completed form to your bank and ask them to set up the mandate. Thank you. 37

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