Heavy Horses

Saturday is the day to come and see the Heavy Horse Classes

“Fantastic show - one of the best we have been to for a long time"

Heavy Horses have been a part of the Heckington Show since its very early days.

Various breeds of Heavy Horses provided the power to work the land and to haul produce on farms and around the countryside.
In a tradition that continues today, owners prepare and display their animals in front of a judge, who with an experienced eye would pick a winner….

Also Shire Horse Demonstrations
Visit the livestock area for a chance to get close to the heavy horses, and perhaps even work with one. Subject to ground conditions

FOR SHIRE AND SHIRE HORSE TYPES:
Classes:
1. Brood Mare 3 year old and upwards
2. Best Colt or Filly Foal
3. Barren Mare, Filly or Gelding 3years old and upwards
4. Best Colt, Filly or Gelding 2 years old
5. Best Colt, Filly or Gelding yearling
6. Best pair shown In Hand, 1year old and upwards
7. Any breed class: Any other breed of Heavy Horse, Mare, Filly or Gelding, any age
8. Young handler

FOR ALL RECOGNISED BREEDS:
Harness Class:
For any recognised breed of Heavy Horse to be shown in full traditional harness.
9. Agricultural Turnout Class - For any recognised breed of Heavy Horse.
10. A single, pair or tandem exhibited in gears with an agricultural vehicle or implement.

A premium is paid to each entry that appears before the judge in the Harness and Agricultural Turnout classes; this is in addition to the standard appearance fee.

Heavy Horse Schedules & Entry Forms

Schedules will be mailed out automatically to everyone who received one last year

Download Schedule >

Download Entry Form >

Online ENTRY FORM >

Contact Us

Heavy Horse Secretary
Mark Sardeson

phone

01529 460267

email

Mark Sardeson

address

Howell Manor
Howell
Lincs NG34 9PT

IMPORTANT: EQUINE FLU VACCINATIONS
Equine Influenza and Tetanus vaccinations are a compulsory requirement for all horses attending Heckington Show.
The requirement for the first 3 vaccinations is as follows: the first 2 vaccinations 21 – 92 days apart, a third booster between 150-215 days, and an annual booster vaccination within 365 days thereafter.
No horse should enter competitions within 7 days of an EI vaccination. Foals should commence vaccinations at 6 months old. This Rule may be subject to change from guidance from the FEI/BEF and any changes will be notified via the Showing Council and ASAO websites. The current FEI ruling is for a six monthly booster as opposed to annual; therefore it is recommended that you check before entering.