TCR Traditional Cob Spring Show 2025

Mullingar Equestrian Centre

Sunday, 9th March 2025

Morning Classes

Starting at 9.30 am

Class 1 (In-Hand)

2024 Fillies

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Class 2 (In-Hand)

2024 Colts & Geldings

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Class 3 (In-Hand)

2023 Fillies

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Class 4 (In-Hand)

2023 Colts & Geldings

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Class 5 (Ridden)

Geldings & Mares

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Groups

Classes 1 to 4 will each be divided into two groups (8 groups in all) which will be judged separately as if they are eight separate classes.

Group 1

Traditional Cob (Irish Cob & Gypsy Cob)

Group 2

Part Bred Traditional Cob

Afternoon Classes

Starting at 12:00 pm

Class 6 (In-Hand)

Geldings (3+ years old)

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Class 7 (In-Hand)

Mares (3+ years old)

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Class 8 (In-Hand)

Stallions (3+ years old)

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Groups

Classes 6 to 8 will each be divided into four groups (12 in all) which will be judged separately as if they are 12 separate classes.

Group 1

Traditional Cob (Irish Cob & Gypsy Cob)

Group 2

Part Bred Traditional Cob

Group 3

Mini Traditional Cob

Group 4

Stepping Cob

Follow Up Classes

After classes have finished

Best Old-Type Piebald Gelding

From Class 6 - Group 1

Best Old-Type Piebald Mare

From Class 7 - Group 1

Best Old-Type Piebald Stallion

From Class 8 - Group 1

Champion & Reserve Champion

From Class 7 & 8 - Group 1

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Membership Benefits

25% Discount on Class Entries

25% Discount on Registration Fees

25% Discount on Registration Books

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Fees

Entry Fee for TCR Registered Cobs

€25

Entry Fee for Unregistered Cobs

€35

1. The Exhibit

(a) On arrival at the show, the exhibit must be checked in at the TCR office. When checked in, the exhibit will be given an exhibition number which must be displayed on the exhibit at all times on the day of the show.

(b) The exhibit must be exhibited in a suitable properly fitted show bridle and bit that are clean and in good condition. Rollers and side reins are not permitted except in a winners’ parade. All foals (whether or not they are exhibits) must wear a head collar and be led with a lead rope.

(c) The exhibit must stand, walk, and trot in a controlled manner. If the exhibit cannot be exhibited in a controlled manner, then the exhibitor (handler) may be asked to leave the grading/show ring with the exhibit.

2. The Exhibitor (Handler)

(a) The exhibitor (handler) must be 18 years of age or over and must wear suitable show clothing and footwear and also protective headgear to standard. The exhibitor can carry a show cane.

(b) It is the exhibitor’s (handler’s) responsibility to ensure that they are ready and waiting to be called. Staying informed of the day's schedule is essential.

3. The Owner

(a) The owner is responsible for ensuring that the exhibit is kept under control during the entire day of the show and for maintaining a safe distance from the other exhibits and attendees.

(b) The owner is responsible for any injuries caused by the exhibit to any animal and/or person at the show.

(d) The owner must accept that the decision of the judge (or judges) is final.

1. TCR 5-Star Grading

It is because TCR 5-Star grading is a show grading that TCR 5-Star grading includes Star 1 - Exhibitor Turnout & Handling.

Star 1 - Exhibitor Turnout & Handling

The exhibitor's turnout will be scored as well as how well the exhibit behaves and shows for the exhibitor.

Star 2 - Conditional & Presentation

The exhibit will be scored on its body condition as well as on the condition of its mane, tail and leg feather. The exhibit will also be scored on how well it is groomed and on the suitability and condition of its bridle, bit and lead rein.

Star 3 - Breed Type

The exhibit will be scored on how well it represents its Traditional Cob breed type (Traditional Irish Cob, Irish Cob, Traditional Gypsy Cob, Gypsy Cob, Mini Cob, Mini Irish Cob, Mini Gypsy Cob, Stepping Cob, or Part Bred).

Star 4 - Conformation

The exhibit will be scored on its conformation as its Traditional Cob breed type (Traditional Irish Cob, Irish Cob, Traditional Gypsy Cob, Gypsy Cob, Mini Cob, Mini Irish Cob, Mini Gypsy Cob, Stepping Cob, or Part Bred).

Star 5 - Movement

The exhibit will be scored on its movement at walk and trot. The exhibit’s trot should be normal or not over-exaggerated except for the Stepping Cob.

2. TCR Premium Grading

Although a TCR 5-Star grading is a show grading a TCR Premium Grading is breeding status grading and can only therefore be achieved if proven to have produced TCR 5-Star (show quality) graded progeny. To achieve a TCR Premium Grading, a TCR-registered stallion or mare must therefore be recorded by TCR as having produced at least two TCR-registered progeny that have been awarded a TCR 5-Star grading. Although it would be desirable if the TCR-registered stallion or mare also has a TCR 5-Star grading, is it not necessary for the TCR-registered stallion or mare to even be graded in order to achieve a TCR Premium Grading.

Evelyn Flynn

As author of The Irish Cob Breed Standard Evelyn was officially approved in Ireland as the first inspector and inspector trainer for the mother Irish Cob studbook which was officially founded in 1998. Up until 2012 Evelyn conducted numerous ICS Studbook inspections in Ireland and throughout Europe and also held seminars educating Irish Cob breeders and enthusiasts about the breed.

Kristiina Peltonen

Kristiina became an Irish Cob inspector in 2005, judging the breed nationally and internationally while also training new inspectors across many countries. As the founding chairperson of the Finnish Irish Cob Society (est. 2002), Kristiina was instrumental in launching Finland's Irish Cob studbook in 2013, which upholds the breed’s original standard and a strong breeding program.