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23 - Document Information

Document Title
Western Equestrian Society Rulebook
Author
Mick Carder (Chair of Judges)
Document Reference
WES-RBK25
Confidentiality
Publicly Available
Date Published
20/01/2026
Next Review Date
01/01/2027

Version History

Version
Author
Date
Changes
0.1
MC
15/07/25
Reformat. In hand trail added. Professional rules added. Championship rules added.
1.0
MC
24/07/25
Final Council Check & Cover added.
1.2
MC
19/01/26
Sec. 6.8: Clarify appendix shows organised by outside bodies with WES classes are eligible as qualifications for the National Show Championship Classes. Updated in line with changes to the Event Handbook. Sec. 3.2.6: Clarification regarding how to calculate the age of a horse for Yearling and other age classes. Secs 12.1, 15.1, 19.1: Ranch Riding, Ranch Trail, Working Western Rail also available in W/J.