Coloured Horse and Pony Society holds regional show in Chard

Entrants were judged in 32 different categories throughout the day, which began at 9am at the equestrian centre, located at the Higher Purtington Showfield. 

Entries for the show opened on March 14 and closed on April 7.

The organisers thanked the event's "wonderful" judges, Robert Parker-Jones, Julie Crowley and Charlie Handley for ensuring "our rings ran smoothly all day". 

In a Facebook post, they also thanked "the most amazing competitors that come and support the show".

They added: "You are just the best - always smiling, congratulating and encouraging other competitors, and bringing the most beautiful patchy ponies to the show."

CHAPS UK was founded in 1983 and has since grown thanks to a group of coloured horse and pony enthusiasts. 

It has registered over 20,000 horses and ponies and offers and range of shows and competitions throughout the country.

Gallery: CHAPS South West Regional Show, Chard Equestrian Centre

Jessica Downham and Arctic Moon at the Chard Equestrian Centre for the show. Pictures: Steve Richardson

Ann-Marie Collier and Touch Too Much.

Steve Everett from Nyefield Bugsy Malone.

Tom Clark and Mumbai.

Pippa Tucker and Big Mac.

Charlie Hinton and Maggie Mae.

Sue Smith and New Oak Roc Bay.

Emma Johnson and Hoffant Chanel.

The event organisers thanked the "wonderful" judges for their work throughout the day.

The "amazing" competitors sealed a great day at Chard Equestrian Centre.

Horses and ponies on display at the event.