English Setter Society Of Wales

English Setter Society Of Wales

10th October 2026

Judge – Mrs Jane Eyeington (Meadowdale)

I would like to thank the officers and committee for their kind invitation to judge at their club open show, held in conjunction with South Wales Championship Show. A huge thank you to all the exhibitors for the pleasure of their lovely dogs, it was a true honour.

Baby puppy Dog or Bitch (1,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Welburn - Oshowa Guardian Of Dreams

Delightful baby puppy dog, just shy of six months of age. What a character, with a wonderfully friendly and outgoing nature. I thoroughly enjoyed our cuddles. Presents a pleasing, balanced outline when stood. His head is developing nicely and is complemented by a good length of neck flowing cleanly into a well-held topline. Well developed through the body for one so young and standing on limbs with plenty of bone. Moved happily around the ring, maintaining his outline throughout. A promising youngster with much to look forward to.

Minor Puppy Dog (0,0)

Puppy Dog (1,0)

1. Mrs Adams - Alolfrana Xclusive Party

So much to admire in this 10-month-old orange belton dog, who appealed for his lovely balance combined with masculine elegance. He has a pleasing head, with a well-shaped skull and dark eye giving a gentle expression. Good length of neck flowing into a firm, level topline and finished with a well-set tail. Well developed for his age, with pleasing depth to the brisket and good forechest. Standing on well-boned limbs and tight feet. On the move he displayed an attractive profile action, holding his outline well, although just a fraction lose in front at present. A very promising youngster with a bright future ahead of him. BPD & BPIS

Veteran Dog (2,1)

1. Mrs Wilson - Ir Sh Ch Ravensett Giovanni

Most appealing and smart 8-year-old orange belton dog. When stood, he presents a lovely picture, combining impressive stature with balance and masculine elegance. He has a proportionate head with a dark, kind eye, nice depth of flews and low-set ears, all contributing to a melting expression. Long, clean neck flowing smoothly into a firm, level topline and correct tail set. Good depth to the brisket with well-sprung ribs. Pleasing hindquarters with good width of thigh and a lovely sweep of stifle. On the move he carried himself well with proud head carriage, showing good drive behind and a lashing tail. Beautifully presented and expertly handled. BD & RBIS & BVIS

Junior Dog (2,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Howarth - Samelen Enchanto At Moorbrook

A very stylish 15-month-old orange belton dog who presents an elegant outline with flowing lines when stood. He has a lovely head, long and lean, with good balance between foreface and backskull, complemented by a dark, kind eye. Long neck flowing into a firm topline and strong loin, finishing with a correctly set tail. Standing on well-boned limbs, although I would prefer slightly tighter feet. Developing nicely through the body. He truly comes alive on the move, where his profile action displays pleasing reach and drive, coupled with animation and a lashing tail.

2. Mrs Lawson - Summerseve Cezanne JW

Shapely 16-month-old darker tri dog who, on the stack, presenting a lovely outline and overall balance. Masculine head with good proportions and the gentlest of expressions. Well-developed throughout the body, with good depth to the brisket and a pleasing spring of rib. Unfortunately, today he appeared a little hesitant, and therefore did not quite show himself to best advantage on the move, although his footfall remained true. A very nice young dog.

Novice Dog (1,0)

1. Mrs Wilson - Sharnyx Reyncloud at Lucanix

2-year-old blue belton dog of pleasing size and overall balance. Masculine head with good proportions, nice depth of flews and a dark eye contributing to a gentle expression. Reasonable length of neck leading into a topline, that today could be a little firmer. Good ribbing well carried back. A happy mover who made good use of his quarters, driving positively around the ring.

Graduate Dog (3,2)

1. Mrs Lawson - Summerseve Cezanne JW

Repeat Junior

Post Graduate Dog (0,0)

Limit Dog (1,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Sykes - Tattersett Stolen Silver

Honest and smart 3-year-old blue belton dog. I thought him to be of pleasing medium size, possessing good substance whilst retaining masculine elegance. Liked his head, with its well shaped backskull, good length and strength of foreface, low-set ears, dark eye and expressive eyebrows, all combining to give a gentle expression. Good length of neck flowing into a firm topline, with well-sprung ribs and a short, strong loin. Showing good width of thigh and well-let-down hocks. Elegant and graceful on the move, true fore and aft, displaying a lovely side gait with head held proudly and a lashing tail. RBD

Open Dog (2,0)

1. Ms Wilkinson-Sargeant - Phenset Firestorm

Lovely flowing outline on this 6-year-old orange belton dog. He presents a pleasing, clean and balanced picture when stood, being both unexaggerated and flowing throughout. Masculine, yet possessing a very soft and gentle expression, coming from a well-balanced head. Long, elegant neck flowing into a firm, well-held topline and correct tail set. Chest well let down with a good spring of rib. Standing on well-boned limbs and tight feet. A happy mover, showing good drive from the rear, a little unsettled in front today. Put down in lovely coat and condition

2. Mrs Pearce - Sh Ch Westonfields Frenchrunner

Lots to admire in this 3-year-old blue belton dog. From a slightly stronger mould than the winner, he is all male and well developed throughout. Masculine head with a kind expression. Particularly liked his depth and fill of forechest. Standing on well-boned limbs, would like slightly tighter feet. Held a firm topline both standing and, on the move, and completed the picture with lovely tail carriage and action. Used his strong hindquarters well to drive around the ring, not quite as tidy in front action today.

Special Beginners Dog (2,2)

Minor Puppy Bitch (0,0)

Puppy Bitch (4,1)

1. Danks & Swannell - Alolfrana All Night Party

Smart 10-month-old tri bitch, so very pretty and elegant whilst possessing lovely substance. Needing just a fraction more leg to complete the overall balance. Feminine, clean-cut head with a nicely shaped backskull and dark, expressive eyes. Long neck flowing seamlessly into a well-held topline. She has an excellent body for her age, with good depth to the brisket, well-filled forechest and nicely sprung ribs. A little excitable on the move, which made her slightly untidy in the final run-off for best puppy. A very promising young bitch with much to admire. BPB

2. Mrs Lowe - Frennisett Fly Me To The Moon

Tri bitch, just a few days short of her first birthday. She appealed for her good overall proportions and balance. A shade stronger in head, but still feminine, with low-set ears framing her face and a dark eye contributing to a pleasing expression. Good length of neck leading into a firm topline. Developing nicely through the body and clearly progressing in the right direction. Today she could not quite match the reach and drive of the winner. 

3. Mrs Schoneville - Balvenie Shona

Veteran Bitch (1,0)

1. Mrs Beasley - Wansleydale Amaretto At Latjeata VW

So very feminine 9-year-old tri bitch whose outgoing and fun-loving nature was a joy to see. I was particularly taken with her overall balance when stood, presenting an elegant outline with proportionate angulation. Pleasing head with a gentle expression. Good length of neck, a shade soft in topline today. Sufficient depth of body with good spring of rib. She belies her years on the move, carrying herself with style, good head carriage and positive drive. A lovely veteran who clearly still enjoys her day in the ring.

Junior Bitch (4,1)

1. Atyeo & Taylor - Samelen Ethereal Legacy

Much to admire in this 15-month-old tri bitch. She presents a lovely flowing outline and is well developed throughout. Balanced head with a good length of foreface and a shapely backskull, her dark eyes giving the kind, gentle expression. Good length of neck flowing into a firm, well-held topline, contributing to her overall elegance. Standing on well-boned limbs, she has a good fill of forechest and depth of brisket. Maintained her pleasing outline on the move, covering the ground well with an good tail carriage. A quality young bitch with much promise for the future.

2. Ms Wilkinson-Sargeant - Walshaw Star Struck

13 month old tri bitch, who was shapely when stood. Built on slightly finer lines than the winner, but she is balanced and free from exaggeration throughout. Pleasing head with an endearing expression. Good length of neck flowing into a firm topline. Not yet having quite the forechest development or depth of brisket of the winner, but she has time very much on her side. Straight forelegs and neat feet. A happy mover, showing good rear drive and a pleasing tail action.

3. Mrs Schoneville - Balvenie Shona

Novice Bitch (1,0)

1. Mrs Schoneville - Balvenie Shona

Another promising youngster, 9 month old tri bitch, giving away a lot in maturity in previous classes. She has a balanced outline with pleasing flow and proportion. Pretty head with a good stop, nicely chiselled and complemented by a lovely dark eye. Good length of neck and developing well through body, showing all the right attributes for her age. A little soft in topline today. Happy, free-moving youngster.

Graduate Bitch (2,1)

1. Mrs Beasley - Latjeata Cup Of Kindness JW

Lovely two-year-old orange belton bitch who simply oozes femininity and elegance, combined with the right amount of strength and substance to create an impressive outline. She showed herself to advantage throughout, carrying herself with confidence and style, with just a hint of mischief thrown in. Her appealing head features a clean-cut skull, correct amount of stop and good chiselling beneath dark, gentle eyes. Good reach of neck flowing smoothly into a firm topline, to a well-set and correctly carried tail. She has good depth of brisket with ribs carried well back. At times she put her wide thighs to good use, by adding the odd spring to her step! Moved with reach and drive, maintaining her outline in profile. Presented in beautiful condition and finished in a silky coat, completing a picture that was hard to overlook. Delighted to award her BB & BIS

Post Graduate Bitch (1,0)

1. Mr Ridsdill - Sharnyx She’s So Pretty

Three-year-old orange belton bitch whose overall proportions and balance appealed when stood, creating a pleasingly shapely outline. Pretty head with dark eyes and low-set ears framing her face, giving a lovely melting expression. Long, slightly arched neck leading into a firm topline. Not quite the forechest and depth, but she has a good spring of rib and stands on well-boned limbs. Her hindquarters show a good bend of stifle, enabling her to drive around the ring maintaining her outline.

Limit Bitch (6,3) close decision on these 3 bitches, all have quality

1. Mr & Mrs Morgan - Latjeata Vivaldi

Smart two-year-old orange belton bitch presenting a balanced and pleasing outline. Feminine head with a good length of foreface, dark eye and gentle expression. Good length of neck leading into a well-held topline. Particularly liked her well-filled forechest and depth of brisket, with ribs well sprung and carried back to a strong loin. Standing on straight forelegs with well-arched toes. Her hindquarters show good width of thigh and a good bend of stifle. Held her outline well on the move, covering the ground with confidence.

2. Mr & Mrs Sykes - Sharnyx Springtime At Daraquist

Three-year-old orange belton bitch who appealed for her elegance and overall outline, presenting a most pleasing silhouette. Lovely head with correct planes, a good stop and dark, oval eyes giving a typical expression. Lengthy neck flowing into a firm topline. Standing on straight forelegs. Felt she did not quite have the forechest or depth of 1st. Moved cleanly, although she did not quite match the reach and drive of winner today.

3. Mr & Mrs Welburn - Oshowa Love To Dream JW

Open Bitch (2,0)

1. Mr & Mrs Welburn - Oshowa Just A Dream JW

Much to admire in this two-year-old blue belton bitch. She possesses a lovely elegance and flow to her outline, enhanced by a proud head carriage. Showed herself with a happy, outgoing attitude, displaying real verve on the move. Feminine head of good proportions, with low-set ears, a well-defined occiput and dark oval eyes completing the picture. Muscular neck of good length leading into a firm topline. Well developed through the body, with a good forechest and depth of brisket. Nicely sprung ribs carried well back to strong hindquarters. On the move she showed herself to advantage, with positive footfall and a lashing tail, covering the ground with enthusiasm while maintaining her balanced outline. RBB

2. Mrs Seaman - Mariglen Indigo

Five-year-old blue belton bitch and another quality exhibit with much to commend her. I liked her size and substance. Pleasing head of good proportions, a shade deeper in flews, with low-set ears and dark, kind oval eyes creating an appealing expression. Strong neck flowing into a lovely straight front with good, rounded bone. Holds a firm topline and is well developed throughout, with a good forechest, well-sprung ribs and a short, firm loin. Strong, wide hindquarters with well let-down hocks. Moved cleanly and soundly

Special Beginners Bitch (3,2)

1. Mrs Lowe - Frennisett Fly Me To The Moon

Repeat Puppy