The British Show Horse Association (formerly known as The British Show Hack, Cob and Riding Horse Association – BSHC&RHA) was founded in 1935 by enthusiastic Owners and supporters of show Hacks and Cobs. In 1983 the Association added Riding Horses to its classes and by so doing greatly enlarged its Membership. Today the Association is the governing body for the Showing of Hacks, Cobs, Maxi Cobs, Riding Horses, BSHA Hunters, Ladies Show Horse, Working Show Horse and HOYS Ridden Hunters and our latest addition the Retired Racehorse