Attention all horse riding enthusiasts! Are you ready to showcase your skills and compete against some of the best riders in the country? Then mark your calendars for the Pre Balmoral Working Hunter Show at Gransha Equestrian Centre on April 11th, 2026 from 9:30am to 6:00pm.
This event is not one to be missed as we bring you a day filled with thrilling competitions and beautiful horses. Our novice classes will take place in our state-of-the-art indoor arena, where you can test your abilities over a novice course. For those looking for a challenge, our Pre Balmoral classes will be held in the outdoor arena, featuring Balmoral style fences that will put your skills to the test.
But that's not all! We understand that competing can work up an appetite, which is why we will have hot food available all day. So you can refuel and recharge while enjoying the excitement of the event.
Don't miss your chance to be a part of this prestigious event. Entries must be made on our Gransha Equestrian Centre App and will close at midnight on Tuesday, April 7th. So download our app now and secure your spot in this must-attend competition.
Join us at Gransha Equestrian Centre for an unforgettable day of horse riding and camaraderie. See you there!
Show classes:
Class 1. Mini Pony and Rider. X Poles WH Assisted. Pony not exceeding 133cms. Rider not to have atta
Class 2. Mini Pony and Rider. X Poles WH Pony not exceeding 133cms. Rider not to have attained their
Class 3. Pony with Rider any age under 16. X Poles.
Class 5. Mini Pony and Rider. 30cms WH Pony not exceeding 133cms. Rider not to have attained their 1
Class 6. Mini Pony and Rider. 40cms WH Pony not exceeding 133cms. Rider not to have attained their 1
Class 7. Pony any height. 40cms. Rider not to have attained their 16th birthday on 1/1/26
Class 8. Cradle Stakes 55cms. Pony not exceeding 122cms. Rider not to have attained their 11th birth
Class 11. Starter Stakes 60cms. Pony not exceeding 133cms. Rider not to have attained their 12th Bir
Class 14. Pony any height, rider under not to have attained their 17th birthday on 1/1/26. 70cms.
Class 15. Novice Connemara WH any height. Rider not to have attained their 16th birthday on 1/1/26.
Class 16. Novice Connemara WH any height. Rider 16 years old and over. 70cms.
Class 20 WH Pony. Rider not to have attained their 14th Birthday on 1/1/24. 75cms.
Class 23. M&M WH Pony Exceeding 133cms not exceeding 143cms. Riders to have attained their 17th birt
Class 24. 133cms WH Pony. Rider not to have attained 14th Birthday on 1/1/26. 90cms.
Class 25. M&M including Connemara ponies. Exceeding 143cms. Rider not to have attained their 16th bi
Class 26. M&M including Connemara ponies. Exceeding 143cms. Rider to have attained their 16th birthd
Class 27. 143cms WH Pony. Rider not to have attained their 17th birthday on 1/1/24. 1m.
Class 28. 153cms WH Pony. Rider not to have attained their 20th birthday on 1/1/26 1.05m.
Class 30. 80cms WH. Horses.
Class 31. Cob WH. 80cms.
Class 32. 4/5-year-old horses WH. 80cms.
Class 33. 90cms WH. Horses
Class 34. Irish Draught Horses WH. 6 years old upwards 90cms.
Class 35. Small Horse WH. 95cms.
Class 36. 1m WH. Horses
Class 37. 1.10m WH. Horses
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Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Patrick Wardle on Rhydgwillim Arthur Pendragon (g)
9:30
2. Georgia Wallace on Keenaught Sandy Gold (m)
09:35
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Connie Rea on Kilshane Lady Arizona (m)
09:45
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Emilie Robinson on Mac (g)
09:50
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Isla Christie on Briar Rose (m)
10:00
2. Clara Corrie on Burtonport Dazzle (g)
10:05
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Emily Mcclelland on Evie (m)
10:15
2. Florence Wallace on Keenaught Sandy Gold (m)
10:20
3. Isla Christie on Briar Rose (m)
10:25
4. Clara Corrie on Burtonport Dazzle (g)
10:30
5. Caroline Wallace on DS Ebony Boy (g)
10:35
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Hattie Price on Bosco (g)
10:45
2. Aria Cowan on Lilah (m)
10:50
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Jonah Robinson on Greenswell Jimmy Storm (g)
11:05
2. Johnny Massey on Coxwood Fabian stedman (g)
11:10
3. Poppy Dickson on Mullyash Silver Sparkles (g)
11:15
4. Florence Wallace on Keenaught Sandy Gold (m)
11:20
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Jonah Robinson on Welsh Gracelands Treat Me Nice (m)
11:40
2. Johnny Massey on Coxwood Fabian stedman (g)
11:45
3. Poppy Dickson on Apple Jack (g)
11:50
4. Caroline Wallace on DS Ebony Boy (g)
11:55
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Abi Martin on Springer (g)
12:10
2. Catrina Murray on Blackie (g)
12:15
3. Izzy Stout on Naomi (m)
12:20
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Ruby McCann on Dani (g)
12:30
2. Sophia Hughes on Moorland willow (m)
12:35
3. Mia Rea on Daisy (m)
12:40
4. Ruby McCann on Dani (g)
12:45
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Patricia Martin on Hazelwood Prince (g)
12:55
2. Alison Price on Fairfield Lad (g)
13:00
3. Sophie Donnell on Lusmagh Echo (g)
13:05
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Julia Kerr on Tyssul Quartz (g)
10:00
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Emily McGowan on Derrylackey Playboy (g)
10:15
1
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Julia Kerr on Tyssul Quartz (g)
10:30
w/d
2. Ellie Murphy on Stockham Secret Envoy (g)
10:35
1
3. Lucy Donnan on Frishow (g)
10:40
2
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Sophia Hughes on Moorland willow (m)
10:50
1
2. Daniel Kennedy on Cuba Prince (g)
10:55
2
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Holly Blythe on Mano of Deerpark (g)
10:05
1
2. rachel moore rooney on Belsa Beag (m)
10:20
3
3. Lucy Donnan on Killaughey super Sonic (g)
10:10
4
4. Phoebe Beaumont on Ardnehue April Joker (g)
10:15
w/d
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Lily Murphy on Dunran Love In The Mist (m)
10:35
1
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Ted Geary on Coolfin Vivendi (m)
10:55
R
2. Eva Kennedy on Nicely Dun Darcy (m)
11:00
w/d
3. Katie McKee on Jupiter Olympus (g)
11:05
4
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Sarah Brashaw on Shanaghan Benu (g)
11:15
2. Sophie Donnell on Rock 'Expression' (g)
11:20
3. Billie Wilson on Light flicker (g)
11:25
4. Gwen Scott on Frank (g)
11:30
2
5. Ruth Cousins on Larry (g)
11:35
5
6. Ruth Cousins on Sandy (m)
11:40
6
7. Shirley Anderson on Diago (g)
11:45
4
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Lara Marsella on Domino (g)
11:55
w/d
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Gwen Scott on Abbey (m)
12:10
3
2. Rachel Rooney on Bouncer (s)
12:15
4
3. Gwen Scott on Larry (g)
12:20
1
4. Rachel Rooney on Ruby (m)
12:25
2
5. Roz Murphy on Charlie (g)
5
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Rachel Martin-Gray on Mabel (m)
12:40
2
2. Gwen Scott on Derry (g)
12:45
3. Lorraine Kennedy on Peggy (m)
12:50
3
4. Sammy Weston on Lavender (m)
12:55
1
5. Gwen Scott on Cash (g)
13:00
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Sammy Weston on Casper (g)
01:15
2. Ben Cousins on Stanley (g)
01:20
1
3. Billie Wilson on Lisbrackens purple Prince (g)
01:25
3
4. Sammy Weston on Ella (m)
01:30
2
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Ben Rainey on Altona Sly Mist Bouncer (m)
01:45
1
2. Kirsty Jackson on Warren (g)
01:50
2
3. Jill Banford on Shanbally It Takes Two (g)
01:55
4
4. Philippa Smith on Sapphire (m)
02:00
3
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Lesley Jones on Claudie the dandy (m)
02:15
2
2. EmilyJayne McPolin on Thornleigh Sir Robin (g)
02:20
4
3. Ciara Collins on Carneyhaugh Talisman (g)
02:25
1
4. Katie-Lee Houston on Magic (m)
02:30
5
Rider/Horse
Start Time
Notes
Score
Rank
1. Ciara Collins on Carneyhaugh Talisman (g)
02:45
3
2. Leslie Jones on Quality Choice (g)
02:50
1
3. Katie-Lee Houston on Magic (m)
02:55
4. Sammy Weston on Daphne (m)
03:00
2