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Resources for Judges

Resources for panel & prospective judges

This is a dedicated page for judges and prospective judges. Here you will find a range of resources to support your judging appointments, as well as important dates for your diary.

Dates for your diary

2026 JUDGES ASSESSMENT DAY

The 2026 Judges Assessment Day will be held on Tuesday 13th October at Netherswell Manor, Cheltenham. More information will be available when applications open later in the year, along with helpful guidelines and what to expect on the day.

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Judges FAQs

Yes. If you are a panel or probationary judge, you must be a BSHA member. 

The 2026 BSHA Judges Assessment Day will take place on Tuesday 13th October 2026  at Netherswell Manor, Cheltenham. More information on how to apply will be available later in the year.

No. You can attend the Assessment Day without being a member. If you are successful, you will need to become a member to be able to go on the panel as a full judge or probationary judge.

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Judges Assessment Day

The BSHA holds an Annual Assessment Day for potential new Judges, who are welcome to apply to join the Panel. All applicants MUST