Wiltshire police rider claims multiple titles at PSUK Southern Championships

Thursday, 13 August 2026 05:30

Hollie Clark and horse Figgy (Image: Lady A Photography)

A Wiltshire Police staff member has celebrated a highly successful day at the Police Sport UK (PSUK) Southern Championships Blue Lights Horse Show, taking home multiple titles while proudly representing the Force.

Financial Investigator Hollie Clark travelled to Chard, Somerset, on Saturday 8 August to compete at the annual event alongside colleague Jasmine Swatton-Andrews. However, significant traffic delays caused by a diversion on the M5 meant Jasmine was unfortunately unable to reach the venue in time for her classes and was forced to return home.

Despite the challenging start to the day, Hollie and her horse, Figgy, delivered an outstanding performance in the show jumping arena.

Competing after a six-week break due to poor weather, ground conditions and a busy schedule balancing work and family life, Hollie achieved the following results:

🥇 1st place - 90cm
🥈 2nd place - 1m
🥇 1st place - 1.10m
🏆 PSUK Show Jumping Champion
🏆 Overall Show Champion

Hollie also joined competitors from Devon & Cornwall Police and the Royal Navy to form a mixed services team, which went on to win the Team Show Jumping competition.

Hollie said, "The day certainly had its challenges before we even arrived, but once we got there, Figgy was fantastic. I hadn't competed for more than six weeks, so I was delighted with how he performed.

To come away with the Show Jumping Champion and Overall Show Champion titles was a brilliant achievement, and it was great to be part of a winning mixed services team too."

During the event, Hollie displayed a Thin Blue Line flag as a mark of respect and solidarity with the wider policing family, remembering PC Andrew Harper and acknowledging recent events affecting officers across the country.

Hollie's success highlights the dedication and commitment of Wiltshire Police officers and staff outside of their day-to-day roles, while showcasing the opportunities provided through Police Sport UK competitions.

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