
Representing GCCF Registered Cat Breeders
Where to see British Shorthair cat shows in the South?
Look for specialist/variety shows on the GCCF show calendar Events from 26 September 2026 – 20 February 2027 – The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy
Most British Shorthair shows in the UK are run under the GCCF (Governing Council of the Cat Fancy) umbrella, so starting with their show/event listings is the best route.
Our own Annual Show will be next be held on 27th March 2027 - Southern British Shorthair Cat Club - The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy in Ware Hertfordshire at Wodson Park just off the A10.
This page is to help breeders understand the "allowable" patterns and colours assigned to the 3 registers in the GCCF.
When you look at the tables provided by the BSH BAC, the guidance is this:
The Registration Policy tables show the register in which any kitten might be registered.
• The most desirable parents are listed in the second column and offspring of these combinations will be registered on the Full Register (provided there is nothing in the previous 3 generation pedigree that prevents this). Breeders are encouraged to aspire to producing kittens on the full register.
• The third column shows allowable colour/pattern matings. These matings will result in registration on the Supplementary/Genetics Register.
• Colours / patterns which should NOT be used as parents are shown in the fourth column. Experienced breeders may use these matings for specific purposes but need to be aware that they will need to breed back to acceptable cats until the fourth third generation can return to the Supplementary Register
• Cats on the reference register may not be shown.
The Registers explained and their stages





