Saint Bernard of The Year 2026 (SBOTY 26)

Links to the event Schedule, Entry Form and Menus can be found in the strip above and further down this page. There is also a cost calculator below to help you work out how much you need to pay.

Details from the schedule are reproduced below too. Please make sure you read all information as this will help you with your entries.

THE ENGLISH SAINT BERNARD CLUB

Invites you to

The St Bernard of the 

Year Contest 2026

To be held at

Weston Hall Hotel. 

Weston Lane. 

Bulkington, Coventry, 

CV12 9RU 

30th - 31st January 2026

For The Early Birds

FRIDAY 30th February 2026: Get Together Drinks

Menu for the Restaurant and Bar if required 

available at the hotel

Followed by

SAT 31st January 2026

The St Bernard of the Year Contest

Registration opens 11a.m. 

Judging starts 1pm promt

Smart Dress Please

(NO Jeans any type/colour within the ring)

Once again Surprise Judges!

(Light refreshments /Coffee /Tea

will be available to purchase from

the bar throughout the contest)

ENTRIES CLOSE 20th January 2026 

(No Extensions)

Don’t forget your Early Bird Entry discount

To be followed by

The Annual Dinner Dance & Presentations

The whole weekend is once again being 

held at Weston Hall.

A 16th century English manor house, 

full of character, in a delightful setting. 

Being in its own grounds of gardens and woodland

for you and your dogs to wander in. 

All set within the Warwickshire countryside, 

whilst providing  ample parking and 

easy access to the motorway. 

Starting 6.p.m.- till late 

Dress code, Black Tie or Lounge Suit  

Dinner £40:00 -Members  

£45:00 Non-Members

Come along, & have a super time with 

fellow Saint enthusiasts. 

Enjoy the surprises! what will they be this year.

For more details please contact The Secretary on

Tel: Lin Martin on 07887516235

email: lin.mar@live.co.uk

Once again, this event is being covered by Our Dogs Canine Press, with an article including photo’s appearing in “Our Dogs Canine Press” shortly after the event. Just in time for Crufts. If you would like to celebrate your qualifying or placing in this Contest, please speak to the photographer to book your place on arrival. Your photo can then be included within the article. SMART DRESS ONLY PLEASE - NO JEANS OF ANY TYPE IN THE RING AREA

QUALIFICATIONS - SAINT BERNARD OF THE YEAR 2026

Special VETERAN COMPETITION (Age Restricted) – for dogs aged 6 years and over on the day of the Contest. All those placed 1st-3rd in any breed classes at ALL Breed Club and General Championship shows, including Breed Club Open Shows, and General Championship Shows whether CCs.

Green Stars, Reserve Green Stars or CACIB’s or CIA’s are on offer or not. Veterans that have won BOB at a Premier Open Show. In addition, any Veteran that holds a stud book number, irrespective of when the dog or bitch was last shown, will be eligible to enter the competition. Champions excepted.

Special PUPPY COMPETITION (Age restricted) - for dogs aged between 6mths–15mths, must not exceed 15mths on the day of the Contest. All those places 1st—3rd in Baby Puppy, Minor Puppy and Puppy classes, at all Breed Club Open Shows Championship shows and General Championship

shows, wither CC’s, Green stars, CACIB’s or CIA’s are on offer or not. All those holding a stud book number, Plus, Puppy’s that have won BOB at Premier Open Show

YEARLING COMPETITION (Age Restricted) - for dogs aged between 12mths - 24 mths on the day of the Contest . Dogs must not exceed 24months on the day of the Contest. Winners of Challenge Certificates, CACIB and Green Stars, Reserve Challenge Certificate, Reserve CACIB, CIAs and Reserve Green Stars at all Breed Club Championship Shows, General Championship Shows whether the above awards are on offer or not. All those holding a stud book number, Plus, ALL those that have won BOB at a Premier Open Show. Plus, ALL 1st-3rd winners at any of the above.

ADULT COMPETITION - Winners of Challenge Certificates, CACIB, CIA’s and Green Stars, Reserve Challenge Certificate, Reserve CACIB’s & CIA’s and Reserve Green Stars at all Breed Club Championship Shows, General Championship Shows whether the above awards are on offer or not. Plus, all those holding a stud book number. All those that have won BOB at a Premier Open Show. Plus, ALL 1st-3rd winners at any of the above shows.

You may only enter one section with each dog.

Please Note: No live streaming is allowed. The video of the event will be placed on the clubs Facebook page asap. Although we welcome those that wish to take photo’s throughout the event, may we respectively remind you, NO photos to be taken from within the walled area without express permission of the chief steward.

The Annual Dinner / Dance and Presentations

The Club’s Annual Dinner and Presentation 2026 will be held once again following the Saint Bernard of the Year Contest. This is a Black Tie event. (lounge Suits accepted) A menu is included at the top of this page for your perusal for Saturday nights dinner. With new surprises, the evening will once again be full of fun and laughter. Our fabulous raffle will be once again be taking place. Please remember if you have any special dietary needs or seating arrangements include them on the relevant menu form, along with the group organisers name, telephone number and e-mail. (clearly printed). If paying by Cheque, payment for the correct amount must be made out to the English St Bernard Club and be enclosed with ALL relevant forms, photos etc. BACS and IBAN details can be found on the relevant forms and below. Those from out side the UK, if you have any problems with payment, please contact the Treasurer Linda Pack on the following ( lbengy@aol.com) or Tel: 07766751714

Please follow the instruction for entry etc and payments either by BACS or Cheque. A very limited number of catalogues will be available to purchase on the day. Please pre-order yours at the reduced price on the entry form to avoid disappointment. Unfortunately we ran out last year. Whilst we welcome non-members to attend all functions, Members do receive a generous Members Discount, it’s really worth joining the club! See entry form for details.

Friday 30th Jan: The Menus can be found if required on the Hotel’s web site. If you require a table with in the restaurant? Please book direct with the hotel. You do not have to pre-book Bar meals, they will be available . Come and join us all for drinks in the bar from 8pm onwards.

St Bernard of the Year 31st Jan 26: The entry form can be found in the schedule. Please read the Qualifications for each section. Entries close 20.01.26 with NO extensions. Please remember to email your photo, entry form and any menu choices to the secretary, immediately after your BACS payment is made. Please remember THE EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS available to all members who have entered their dog by midnight 31st December 2025.

Dinner/Dance Saturday 31st Jan: With entries for SBOTY closing on 20. 01.2026 promt! Bookings for the Dinner/Dance/Presentations can also only be accepted up to 20.01.2026. There will be no extensions to these dates. Dinner: Members £40:00 per head Non-Members £45:00 per- head. IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THE DINNER/DANCE WITH OUT ENTERING THE COMPETITION Please read instruction for payment.

Hotel: We have once again negotiated a special rate of £85 for rooms with breakfast for those that wish to stay overnight.. Hotel bookings can ONLY be booked through “THE WESTON HALL HOTEL ” on 02476312989. Please check which type/size room you are booking. Please make sure it’s the type/size room you require. Please book early to avoid disappointment. We were full last year.

Payment: For payment of Entries to the Contest & Dinner/Dance, please read instructions on reverse of schedule. Remember closing date for the Contest is 20.01.26. Dinner/Dance tickets must be pre booked by this date. Please do not leave it to the last minute as we may be over subscribed again. Any queries please ring Lin on 07887516235 or e-mail on lin.mar@live.co.uk.

DETAILS FOR PAYMENT BY BACS UK

Account English St Bernard Club

Sort Code 20-20-50

Account Number 80356042

BACS payments Must be clearly marked SBOTY 2026. EMAIL or MESSAGE the Secretary as soon as payment has been made on lin.mar@live.co.uk

DETAILS FROM OUTSIDE OF THE UK ONLY PAYMENT

Please use the following

Bank Account: THE ENGLISH ST BERNARD CLUB

BARCLAYS BANK UK PLC GB85BUKB 2020 5080 3560 42

SWIFTBIC BUKBGB22

Or contact the Treasurer (Linda Pack) direct on 07766751714 or lbengy@aol.com

IMPORTANT! IMMEDIATLEY PAYMENT IS MADE. SAME DAY ! Email all of the following to lin.mar@live.co.uk including your phone number in case of problems.

Entry form. Please ensure the amount column is correctly filled in on the paper form, or the box completed online, also all details requested are correct and your phone number is clearly printed

Photos: A photo of each dog entered, clearly marked with Name, Sire, Dam, Owner, Breeder & DOB

Menu: All names, menu choices, allergies and seating arrangements clearly indicated as requested on the form.

IF REQUIRING DINNER TICKETS ONLY:

Please give attendees names, menu choices, dietary requirements and proof of BACS email to lin.mar@live.co.uk on the same day as BACS payment or send Cheque to the address below, but please email to let me know you have posted it.

DETAILS OF PAYMENT BY CHEQUE

Cheques to be made payable to THE ENGLISH SAINT BERNARD CLUB. Please remember to enclose Entry form, Photo’s, both Menu choices if required, including diners names, any special dietary requirements, Allergies and seating arrangements . Have you booked your hotel room? Chqs/Entries etc to be posted to L. Martin. 29. The Elms. Nine Elms. Swindon. Wilts. SN5 5XA