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More than half a century ago several Riding Clubs in the South East of England approached the British Horse Society about the provision of an affiliation scheme.

The clubs wished to affiliate themselves to the main equestrian organisation in the UK, but wanted to continue to run their own affairs and maintain their autonomy. The affiliation scheme was set up on this basis - and remains similar to this day.

Over the years, the number of affiliating clubs continued to grow, and they began to establish an identity together as a group, culminating in the name British Riding Clubs. Now, as a result of affiliation there are more than 430 clubs and 38,000 members in British Riding Clubs.

Eldwick Riding Club is one of them!

By joining the ERC you automatically gain membership to the British Riding Clubs, which allows you to compete in their events.

JOIN ERC NOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF BRC WINTER EVENTS!


WHY JOIN AN AFFILIATED CLUB?

Outlined below are the main benefits of being a member of an affiliated club.

BRC Membership Card
Simply quote your membership number, or produce your card, to get discounts for BRC members.

BRC Official Rule Book
This contains rules for all the disciplines of BRC Qualifiers and Championships. Your club receives two complimentary copies each year. You can also buy it from the
BHS Book Shop.

Competitions
BRC offers a wide range of Area Qualifiers and Championships. Affiliated Riding Clubs also offer further competitions, training and Area points/inter club competitions.

Guidelines for Organisers of Official Competitions
This is a comprehensive guide to running competitions, including health and safety. Your club will receive two complementary copies each year. Also available from the
 BHS Book Shop.

Examinations and Examiners Handbook
Syllabi for BRC exams and a contact list of examiners. Your club will receive two complimentary copies each year. This is also available from the BHS Book Shop.

Insurance
BRC members have Third Party Insurance cover while competing at affiliated BRC events. For further information contact South Essex Insurance Brokers on 0845 4500634.

If you require 24 hour insurance cover this is included in BHS membership for just £50 to BRC members as the £5 joining fee is waived for BRC members. For further information please contact the BHS membership department on 08701 202244.

Rider Magazine
Our quarterly magazine keeps all BRC members up to date with news, information and articles.

Training
BRC offers comprehensive training including Senior Horse Welfare 1-4, Equitation 1-4 and Junior Equitation & Horse Welfare 1-4. For further information.

Horse Welfare Scheme
Horse Welfare Advisers offering equine management advice and support to BRC members.

British Riding Clubs (Area 4)
www.britishridingclubsarea4.co.uk


Further benefits include social gatherings, team atmosphere and knowledge sharing. You do not need to own a horse to become a BRC member as most clubs welcome non-riding members.

Find your local Affiliated Riding Club & find out what events are on this winter take a look on the BRC website. www.bhs.org.uk  and click on Riding Clubs.