FAQ
FAQ's
- Which events require qualification?
- Show Operations
- Tickets and Entry
- Withdrawals and Refunds
- Rosettes and Prizes
1. Which events require qualification?
- All National Show Jumping classes require qualification
Details of all qualifiers can be found on the website by clicking here
2. Show Operations
When will competitors know that the RDS National Championships are definitely going ahead?
Due to ongoing uncertainty around Covid-19 restrictions, Government approval will be required for this event to proceed. All potential competitors will be informed as soon as Government advice relating to the RDS National Championships has been finalised. We hope that this will be finalised very shortly.
How will stabiling operate at this event?
In order to minimise the number of contacts any competitor has with other households, there will be no stabling facilities available at the RDS this year. Competitors will be expected to prepare for their competition in their transport vehicles in order to maximise social distancing.
When can I arrive with my horse / pony?
Horses / ponies can only arrive at their allocated times. The arrival times will be allocated once all entries have been processed.
Will entry fees remain the same?
Entry fees for the RDS National Championships have been reduced for all classes; €120 per showing entry and €170 per show jumping entry.
Can I stay and watch other classes when my event is finished?
Under current guidelines competitors will be asked to leave after their competition and minimise social interaction with others while on the grounds. Under Covid-19 guidelines, this is standard practice across equine sports.
Can I bring my horse in early or leave early?
Exhibitors must adhere to the arrivals and departures times listed in the Schedule. Exhibitors must vacate on the day their class adjudication is finished.
Will there be trade stands at the Show for those competing?
There will be no shopping stands at the RDS National Championships. To keep numbers attending to a minimum, only those involved with that particular day’s competitions will be permitted entry to the RDS grounds during the RDS National Championships. Other facilities on the RDS grounds will also be kept to a minimum to reduce numbers on site.
Where can I watch the competitions?
Live-streaming of certain classes will take place and will be available on this website and across the Dublin Horse Show social media channels.
3. Tickets and Entry
How many tickets do I receive with my entry?
Six exhibitor wristbands will be issued for each horse or pony entered at the RDS National Championships.
The wristband system will operate as follows – each owner will receive vouchers which must be surrendered upon arrival at the Showgrounds in exchange for wristbands. These vouchers are not admission tickets and must be used to redeem a wristband at the Shrewsbury Gate (Arrivals Area) Porta Cabin.
The RDS is committed to adhering to Government COVID-19 protocols to enable equestrian sport to operate under COVID-19 restrictions. Contact tracing and the wearing of face masks will be mandatory.
Each owner will be required to declare the name of each person attending with their horse on their own Contact Tracing / Self Declaration form. Each attendant / groom must complete their own declaration form and name the owner for whom they are attending.
Can I apply for additional tickets?
In order to minimise the number of contacts any competitor has with other households, there will be no additional tickets available for the RDS National Championships this year.
4. Withdrawals and Refunds
How do I withdraw my entry?
You must contact the RDS Equestrian Department in writing by letter, fax or email.
Details as follows:
Address: Equestrian Department, RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4
Fax: +353 (0)1 660 4014
Email: equestrian@rds.ie
Up until what date can I withdraw a horse without incurring a monetary penalty?
60% of the entry fee is returned if the withdrawal is received in writing on or before 26 July 2021.
If I withdraw before the due date, when will I receive my refund?
All refund cheques will be posted after the Show (before the end of September). Refunds are made payable in Euro cheques only.
5. Rosettes and Prizes
When do I receive my prize money?
All cheques will be posted after the RDS National Championships (before the end of September). Prize money and refunds will be made payable in Euro cheques only.
Please note: The number of prizes awarded is based on the number of animals catalalogued
1 - 9 animals catalogued - prizes awarded from 1st to 3rd place
10 + animals - prizes awarded from 1st to 5th place
If I win a Cup or Perpetual Trophy, can I take it home?
Yes. During the Show, you will need to go to the Equestrian Office and complete the relevant paper work. When the trophy has been engraved, our Silversmiths, Messrs Weir & Sons, will contact you so you can arrange collection. You must return the Cup/Trophy to Weirs (96 - 99 Grafton Street, 1 - 3 Wicklow Street, Dublin 2) at least thirty days prior to the following Show in the same condition as you received it.