HWVCGB GPT – Grinton Moor
Sunday 2nd August 2026
Panel Judge: Rob Gould
Non-Panel Judge: Jayne Herbert
I had the pleasure of being invited to judge the above GPT alongside the very knowledgeable Rob Gould.
The first junior run commenced at 9:30am. We were fortunate to have a sunny day with very little wind initially, although conditions became increasingly warm, reaching around 21°C by the time the final run finished at 12:40pm. All twelve handlers were presented with a headwind before encountering variable and, at times, very limited wind. It was encouraging to see that the majority of the dogs and handlers adapted well to the changing conditions.
There were three junior handlers and nine adults competing. We ran the juniors first, with one being awarded a Very Good. Another junior was offered a second run after the adults had completed their runs but unfortunately did not achieve a grading.
Of the nine adult competitors, three were offered a second run. One of these was awarded a Good, while another competitor achieved an Excellent on their first run.
Rob and I thoroughly enjoyed judging the event and were in complete agreement throughout the day on every dog we assessed. Handlers whose dogs were not graded were given feedback following their runs. Everyone accepted the results in great spirit, and the atmosphere on the moor was exactly as a club event should be—friendly, supportive and good-humoured.
After the judging had concluded, we all returned to Janet Sunter’s, where she had kindly provided a wonderful selection of cakes along with tea and coffee. A sincere thank you to Janet for her hospitality. Without volunteers like her, club events such as this simply would not be possible.
Finally, I would like to thank the Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla Club of Great Britain for the invitation to judge this enjoyable event, and I offer my congratulations to all the handlers that took part, particularly those whose dogs achieved a grading.
Junior GSP Dog
29.05.25 – Everswell Cougar
Owned and handled by Deb Bowns
Ran No. 1
The dog was cast off into the wind with good pace, covering the ground evenly and demonstrating its natural hunting ability. It came onto point to a brood of six grouse that lifted. The dog was initially a little exuberant but was quickly brought back under control by the handler. We felt that a Very Good award was appropriate.
Adult GSP Dog
16.09.21 – Warrendown Megs High Hopes
Owned and handled by Amanda Ridley
Ran No. 7
The dog was cast off into the wind but took a little time to make the best use of it before settling into a pleasing hunting pattern. It covered the ground well, working cautiously in places while checking scent. The dog winded a bird from a good distance and, as the handler encouraged it forward, a cock grouse lifted to its left. The dog remained steady. We asked the handler to work the area thoroughly, resulting in the production of the female bird, to which the dog also remained steady. We considered a Good award to be appropriate.
Adult GSP Dog
03.04.23 – Stubblemere Obsidian
Owned and handled by Fleur Fillingham
Ran No. 12
This dog ran a perfect pattern, making full use of the ground and displaying its natural hunting ability with good pace and drive. It came onto point, produced the bird, and remained steady to flush. The dog then sensibly worked the area for any remaining birds. We felt this performance fully deserved an Excellent award.
Adult GSP Dog
01.11.21 – Sperant Carnelian
Owned and handled by Lucy Overton
Ran No. 13
The dog was cast off into the wind and, after taking only a short time to assess the conditions, settled into a pleasing hunting pattern. As it turned into the wind, a single grouse lifted unexpectedly. The dog stopped immediately and remained steady. The handler appeared uncertain in her treatment of the ground at times, which occasionally hindered the dog’s progress. Despite this, we felt the dog’s performance warranted a second run.
On its second run, after three other dogs had been given another opportunity, the dog worked both the ground and the wind efficiently before coming onto point. It remained steady as the bird lifted, and we awarded the dog a Good.
Jayne Herbert