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FROM THE EDITOR OR Welcome to the December/January issue. We are feeling rather festive here in the CHN office; the Christmas music is playing and the next job on our list is to put up the tree!

The second part of the 2022 Year Planner can be found as a pull-out from the centre pages of this issue. Fancy a new riding hat? Win a Uvex riding hat on page 12.

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A couple of year’s ago we injected some young blood into the CHN team; a young girl who had never worked in an office environment before. Freya has turned out to be an outstanding asset and will be editing our Show Special which comes out in late January. She would welcome reader stories and also show reports for this issue. Please email her at freya@centralhorsenews. co.uk . I’ll be back for the February/March issue.

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All that remains, is to wish all our readers and advertisers a very Merry Christmas, and a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous 2022.

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12 GIVEAWAY 14 FOOT BALANCE 16 FEEDING FOR WINTER CONDITION 20 DIARY DATES 24 PULL-OUT YEAR PLANNER 2022 34 WINTER FASHION 38 THE ADVENTURES OF GINNY 40 FARMERS BLOODHOUNDS MEET AT OVER WORTON 42 FOCUS ON SADDLING 44 SERVICES DIRECTORY

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NEWS

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EW Mollichaff Light Molasses Free is the perfect low-cost option for adding fibre to your horse or pony’s diet, whatever their level of work.

Low in sugar, starch, and calories, Mollichaff Light Molasses Free is ideal for: • Providing essential fibre for all horses and ponies.

• Horses and ponies requiring a diet that is low in sugar and starch.

• Those prone to laminitis.

• Overweight horses and ponies, and those needing a calorie-controlled diet.

• Horses and ponies showing signs of gastric discomfort.

• As a partial hay replacer for those with a low-calorie requirement.

It is made from a unique blend of dried grass, straw, soya oil and flavouring, with added fibre pellets to stimulate interest and chewing.

Essential fatty acids provided by the soya oil help maintain healthy skin and promote a glossy coat, ensuring your horse or pony looks it’s best.

This high fibre dust free feed provides essential fibre and supports a healthy digestive system.

Free from molasses, alfalfa, cereals, and preservatives.

“We are excited to announce the launch of Mollichaff Light Molasses Free.” said Mark Westaway, Marketing Manager at HorseHage & Mollichaff. “Applying our more than 30 years of experience producing high quality and great value chaffs, we are proud to add to our range another great chaff for owners and riders looking to add fibre to their horse or pony’s diet.”

Mollichaff Light Molasses Free is available in a 12.5kg bag, RRP around £7.99.

For further information on equine feeding and to request your free sample please call the HorseHage & Mollichaff Helpline on 01803 527274 or visit www.horsehage.co.uk

BAG YOURSELF A DREAM CHRISTMAS PRESENT FROM SPILLERS™ WORTH £1000

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PILLERS™ is giving one lucky horse lover the chance to win a whopping £1000 worth of equestrian goodies this Christmas.

In this equestrian dreamcome-true competition some big brands have got together with SPILLERS to wrap up a bonanza of Christmas gifts for both horse and rider, including a money can’t buy experience. Each day in the run up to Christmas, one of the prizes in this huge Christmas stocking will be revealed and the winner of all 24 prizes will be chosen at random after Christmas Day. From yard accessories and annual subscriptions to merchandise and books, this massive Christmas gift bundle has got it covered.

Brands involved include Eventus Bedding, Premier Equine, Equetech, Harry Hall, Red Gorilla and Your Horse. There’s also a selection of fabulous gifts from leading riders within the industry.

As if that’s not enough SPILLERS has also thrown in a once in a lifetime experience with stunt coordinator and horse master Steve

Dent. Steve has worked both in the TV and film industry on more than 350 projects such as Gladiator, War Horse, Casino Royal and Bridgerton.

For your chance to WIN please visit https://www.spillers-feeds. com/winwithspillers . Entries close on the 24th December and the winner will be notified by the 31st December. No cash alternative to the prize will be offered. T&C apply.

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NEW REDWINGS ANIMATION URGES SUPPORT FOR RESCUED PONIES THIS CHRISTMAS

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edwings Horse Sanctuary has launched its latest fundraising animation, voiced once again by Stephen Fry. Last year, the charity released a short animation narrated by the popular broadcaster telling the story of a long-term Sanctuary resident, blind Clydesdale horse Boo, which went on to be viewed by over 225,000 people online.

This year’s animation takes supporters back to the beginnings of Redwings in 1984 and how it has transformed into a national charity caring for more than 1,500 rescued horses and donkeys at its sites every day.

Along the way, viewers will meet some of Redwings’ adorable residents who the Sanctuary has rescued and given a loving home to over the years.

You can view the full animation here – https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdpFfySMY4c Stars of the animation include Shetland pony Sampson who was rescued in 2004 when he was just one year old, and lonely Wiggins the donkey who was sadly abandoned by his owner on a livery yard leaving the landowner to care for him.

All the rescued horses and donkeys featured in the

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animation are available to sponsor from as little as £2 per month, with every penny going towards their care and that of their fellow four-legged friends living at the Sanctuary.

To sponsor a Redwings rescued horse or donkey, call 01508 505246 or visit www.redwings.org.uk/adopt.

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The ‘Try Carriage Driving’ gift voucher can be personalized and there are three options to choose from: £75 for a one hour taster lesson, £145 for a two hour ‘Try Carriage Driving’ experience, or £55 for a one hour training lesson with your own turnout.

All lessons are with their in-house UKCC coach Sue Mart, Team GB Bronze Medallist and experienced Advanced Single Pony driver. www.benningtoncarriages.co.uk (01400) 281280

SARACEN HORSE FEEDS FESTIVE MUNCHIESTM Treat your horse or pony this year with the low sugar, high fibre herbal treats. The perfect Christmas gift which can be used as a reward or in a treat ball to alleviate stable boredom.

Made from wholesome ingredients, the Saracen MunchiesTM contain the fresh taste of natural pasture and contain no artificial colours or flavours, which your horse or pony will love.

The delicious treats are manufactured by highly m ttrained elves and are aavailable in a resealable pouch that is 100% p rrecyclable allowing it to be rreused or recycled after use.

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SIMPLY SCRUMPTIOUS EQUERRY MINTY TREATS Equerry Minty Treats make the perfect reward for your horse or pony whatever the time of year but in the run up to the festive season they all deserve a few more!

These delicious healthy treats come in a 20kg size – ideal for larger yards or sharing!

A healthy treat option, Minty Treats are fibre-based nuggets, low in sugar and are ‘non-Heating’ and cereal-grain-free so they won’t cause any problems or ‘fizz’.

They can be fed by hand, in a treat ball or added to feed to tempt fussy feeders.

Equerry Minty Treats are great for when your horse deserves a little reward.

Equerry Minty Treats 20kg are £13.25.

All Equitex Saddle Pads are entirely non-slip and have been proven by the Italian manufacturers to reduce the impact and concussion that a rider can impart through the saddle. They have also been shown to help encourage muscle development under the saddle.

There are no girth straps or fixing loops and the “sticky” heat sealed, graphic grips on the topside of the saddle pad help secure the saddle firmly in place.

With either Velvet or Airtech options, in a wide variety of colours, styles and sizes there is a pad to suit everyone.

To make the gift that much more personal each order can be customized with individual braids in team colours, embroidered logo’s, correctional pads or even trimmed with Swarovski Crystals.

All pads are handmade to order so if you are buying for a Christmas gift, please allow time for the bespoke service plus delivery from Italy.

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CHRISTMAS GIFTS

AMERIGO PROTECTOR STUD GIRTH Offering the highest level of protection for your horse, the Amerigo Protector Stud Girth is specially shaped to protect the horse where necessary but still allows it that vital freedom of movement.

The special shape provides extra comfort for the horse and the front side of the girth is softly padded with calfskin with three different options for choice of easy martingale attachment, traditional ring, buckled strap and flexible snap clip. Double sided triple elastic allows centralised positioning.

The Amerigo Protector Stud Girth is priced at around £478.

BUCAS ATLANTIC TURNOUT RUG The Atlantic Range has a Ballistic Nylon outer and introduces the new silky Dermocare lining with wicking and Stay-dry properties that helps to keep the horse dry and the coat smooth and soft.

The Atlantic has a Click’n Go front closure with magnetic Snap-lock to help keep the rug securely fastened on your horse. It is the perfect fit with shoulder darts and Ballistic nylon shell with waterproof and breathable coating. With a great choice of insulation, 50g, 200g and 400g, you are bound to find a suitable weight for all weathers.

Available with the following linings and insulations: Atlantic Turnout 400, Dermo-care lining & 400g insulation Atlantic Turnout 200, Dermo-care lining & 200g insulation Atlantic Turnout 50, Dermo-care lining & 50g insulation Available in colours Atlantic Green and Navy Priced from £188 to £231.

BUCAS QUARTER SHEET AND THERAPY QUARTER SHEET The Bucas Quarter Sheet is the ideal light weight and durable all weather exercise rug which fits perfectly over the back behind the saddle to keep the horse warm and dry while exercising.

It is also available as a Therapy Quarter Sheet which helps to stimulate blood circulation and oxygen flow in the horse’s body and back. This helps heal and reduce both swelling and inflammation and helps increase blood circulation and warms up muscles faster while you ride.

The Recuptex material prevents the escape of the natural magnetic field of the horse’s back and reflects this back into the body, working naturally and non-invasively. This therapeutic quarter sheet is the ideal choice for helping horses including those with back problems or who are a little slow to warm up when riding as it helps the muscles warm up faster and helps muscles recover better and faster when cooling down.

The sheet is waterproof and breathable with a ripstop outer and is machine washable at 30˚C. Available in Navy/Silver, sizes S to XL. The Bucas Quarter Sheet is priced at around £68.

Available in Navy/Orange, sizes S to XL. The Bucas Therapy Quarter Sheet is priced £104 to £184.

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ELICO WILD BOAR LIMITED EDITION TWO COLOUR BALE NET This attractive two-tone haynet is designed to fit standard size bales of hay in a field or yard, helping to slow down eating and holding the bale together to save wastage.

Strong tying cord to hold net on the bale tightly Length: 2 metre x 1.5 metre Mesh Size: 5cm Colour: Orange/ Turquoise RRP £38.95 www.jenkinsonsequestrian.co.uk

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AMANDA OWEN THE YORKSHIRE SHEPHERDESS CELEBRATING THE SEASONS FARMING, FAMILY AND DELICIOUS RECIPES TO SHARE Pan Macmillan |Hardback £20.00 Author of four Sunday Times Bestselling books and star of Channel 5’s highest rated factual series Our Yorkshire Farm, Amanda Owen is known to millions as The Yorkshire Shepherdess.

Amanda Owen runs a two-thousand-acre hill farm in Swaledale in North Yorkshire, fifty miles from the nearest large town. She is a fulltime shepherdess tending a thousand sheep and has nine children with farmer husband Clive. Her life is dominated by the seasons, feeding, clipping, dipping, herding, rescuing and lambing her flock in one of the most remotely beautiful yet tough spots in the country.

Part photography book, part recipe book and part memoir, Celebrating the Seasons includes over 200 stunning photographs taken by Amanda showcasing the bleak and beautiful landscape she calls home, opening up a window into a life lived on one of the country’s highest, wildest moors - land so inaccessible that in places it can only be reached on foot.

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Amanda’s love of photography came out of a desire to keep a lasting record of family life on the farm – taking natural, honest and spontaneous pictures of spectacular scenery, and providing a real insight into the unique joys and challenges of daily life.

In many ways Amanda and her family live a simple life, in tune with nature, and Amanda’s attitude to food is the same.

The book includes 24 of Amanda’s favourite seasonal and family friendly recipes including Hedgerow Nutty Crumble, Gypsy Lamb Stew, Wild Mushroom Soup with Wood Sorrel and Hazelnut Pesto and Yorkshire Curd Tart. When it comes to feeding her family, Amanda believes in buying good seasonal ingredients and shares her favourite recipes here, all easy and all cheap to make.

Celebrating the Seasons is also a seasonal account of life on the farm. Written month by month, Amanda takes the reader on a richly illustrated journey through the seasons, describing the age-old cycles of a farming year and the constant challenges the family face.

Reading has always been a big part of Amanda’s life – she was inspired to follow

her farming dream by the works of James Herriot and credits the photography book Hill Shepherd by John and Eliza Forder as the book that sparked her interest in shepherding and sheep. Just as Hill Shepherd was written as a lasting tribute to a traditional way of life Celebrating the Seasons is a tribute to a simpler way of life that has been lost to many.

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Explore Spillers Retailer of the Year 2021 In 2017 equine charity HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) launched their equestrian shop, The Fussy Filly at the Charity’s base in Burnley, Lancashire. Since then The Fussy Filly has gone from strength to strength, including the development of a fantastic new website and opening of a larger store at the premises in Burnley.

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FOOT BALANCE

by Emily Douglas-Osborn BVSc MRCVS

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he phrase “no foot, no horse” will be a familiar one to many, and in this article we will discuss the the importance of foot balance and why it is so important in maintaining soundness in our horses.

Foot balance refers to the size and shape of the equine foot, and how it relates to and functions with both the appendicular skeleton and the ground. It is not only to do with the appearance of the standing and lifted foot, but how the horse’s feet land, bear weight, and break over when moving.

Imbalance can have both acute and chronic effects. Initially, it alters the way the foot lands and loads, and alters the relationship of the foot with the rest of the limb. As more chronic changes occur, imbalance can cause the hoof to change shape, via uneven forces going through the foot, and altered hoof growth patterns. Lameness occurs when the repetitive stresses induced by the imbalance become enough to cause injury.

Dorsopalmar (forelimbs) or dorsoplantar (hindlimbs) imbalance: Viewed from the side with the horse standing square, a horse’s foot should have a straight hoof-pastern axis, with the forefeet hoof walls at 45-55 degrees to the floor and the hind feet hoof walls at 50-55 degrees. The heels should be, as much as possible, parallel to the hoof wall.

Broken forward: When the angle of the foot to the floor is greater than that of the pastern to the floor.

This often results in upright, or boxy feet.

This may be conformational in nature, or may be indicative of a problem such as tendon contracture or prolonged chronic lameness.

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A broken forward hoof pastern axis.

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A broken back hoof pastern axis, with a long toe and low heels.

Broken back: When the angle of the foot to the floor is less than that of the pastern to the floor. These horses often have long toes and collapsed heels, which predisposes them to injury of the ligaments and tendons running down the back of the limb. Increased stress to the navicular bone has also been reported.

Mediolateral imbalance: Viewed from the front with the horse standing square, the coronary band should be parallel to the floor and the horse’s weight should be borne evenly down through the foot. Picking up the foot and comparing it to the angle of the raised limb can also indicate whether a horse has a mediolateral imbalance. Conformational abnormalities of the limb can predispose to this type of imbalance. If a horse’s imbalance

or conformation means that it lands on either the medial or lateral wall first, the weight is not borne evenly down through the limb, and abnormal loading of the joints and ligaments in the foot occurs, predisposing them to injury.

Treatment: Some horses may work soundly with a degree of foot imbalance for long periods of time, depending on their use, although in others, lameness may occur. Predisposition to re-injury may exist, which is why it is important to maintain the best possible foot balance for your horse.

Combatting foot imbalance problems can be challenging and requires excellent teamwork between your vet and farrier and ongoing monitoring. X-rays are very helpful in determining bone position relative to the external foot and can be used as a guide for remedial

farriery, which is extremely important in the management of these cases. Treatment of foot imbalance usually involves repeat trimming over time to reduce the imbalance as much as is possible, to ensure even distribution of force as the foot lands. Many horses benefit from a therapeutic shoe designed to support their particular imbalance, and this can drastically increase the horse’s performance ability.

If you have any concerns about your horse’s foot balance it is a good idea to speak to your vet. The farrier and vet can work with you to improve the situation and try to prevent further problems arising.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Emily DouglasOsborn BVSc MRCVS After graduating from the University of Bristol, Emily completed her internship at Avonvale before working in a first opinion equine practice and then at Tremlows Hall Stud Farm. She returned to Avonvale in 2017.

Emily has a particular interest in poor performance, orthopaedics, reproduction work and all areas of general practice.

Outside of work, Emily enjoys dressage, having competed in BD and BYRDs and has written for judges of all levels.

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Mediolateral imbalance. Note the compression of the medial coffin and pastern joints.

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FEEDING FOR WINTER CONDITION

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eeding our horses to keep them in the best possible condition can cause a headache for many of us, especially over the colder months if we have a picky horse or one with a poor appetite. Dependant on age, breed and workload, horses will naturally tend to carry different proportions of fat and muscle and it is important we ensure our horse’s diet provides the appropriate calories (or energy) to maintain a healthy weight, whilst, alongside correct work, giving them the building blocks for muscle development.

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It is made from a balanced blend of alfalfa, dried grass, oat straw, fibre pellets, barley, soya flakes, soya oil and mint, plus Yea-sacc® - a natural live yeast culture - and a prebiotic to help maintain a healthy digestive system.

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is suitable for encouraging weight gain in underweight horses and ponies and can also help to maintain weight and condition in competition horses and ponies.

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• Never try to rush weight gain.

Slow and steady is by far the safest for your horse. Assessing your horse’s weight weekly u using a weigh tape will allow you to n notice any unusual changes.

• Try to keep an underweight horse as warm as possible; he will lose a significant numb number of calories trying to generate heat.

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JER MANA DANCES TO THE TUNE

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HEN seven-year-old Lusitano, Jermana broke into the feed room she managed to guzzle feed for 45 minutes leaving herself bloated and facing an attack of laminitis.

Just hours after the talented mare’s overindulgence, owner Germana Sinatra from Essex, was left with the only option to call the vet to see if they could help as she was so worried.

“The situation was so bad I really thought she might die, it was a great concern and Jermana wanted to do everything I could to help her,” said Germana.

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“The vet and I could see her pulse; her hooves were very hot, and she is lucky to be alive to be honest.

With advice and support from the vet I followed a very strict routine with her bedding changed to shavings, a small amount of feed balancer, soaked and steamed hay, and box rest for the first four weeks.

After hearing about what had happened, one of my trainers told me about Cavalor LaminAid and I started to add that to Jermana’s feed while using a therapeutic hoof oil, Cavalor PodoSens every day.

We made such progress that after a month she was allowed out into the yard, to walk around where there is no grass and I also started to walk her in hand in the arena.

Within four weeks she was sound and I could not believe the progress, and I plan to start riding her shortly and have had the farrier put gel pads on her front hooves.

It is so wonderful to have Jermana fit and well again and I hope to be out competing with her at dressage competitions soon.”

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05/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Hunters Equestrian, Cirencester, Glos. T: 01285 640790

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4/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk

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5/12/2021 Dressage at Burstow Park Equestrian Centre, Horley, Surrey. www.burstowparkridingcentre.com 5/12/2021 Dressage at Hall Place EC, Tilehurst, Reading. T:0118 9426938 5/12/2021 Dressage at Warehill EC, Totternhoe, Beds.

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6/12/2021 CR SJ at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com

TUESDAY 7TH DECEMBER 7/12/2021 Equine Car Boot at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

7/12/2021 Novice CR SJ at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 7/12/2021 Senior Daytime CR SJ at Radfords Equestrian, Lower Farm House, Llanymynech, Shropshire. T: 01691 831523 7/12/2021 SRJ Equine Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 7/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Cherwell Competition Centre, Hill Farm, Old Marston, Oxford. Contact: Lorraine Jackson 07974151272 7/12/2021 Unaff Dressage, CT & CR SJ at Tumpy Green EC, Cam, Dursley, Glos. Contact: 01453 899002 www.tumpygreenequestrian.co.uk 7/12/2021 Unaff SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

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WEDNESDAY 8TH DECEMBER 8/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Cherwell Competition Centre, Hill Farm, Old Marston, Oxford. Contact: Lorraine Jackson 07974151272 08/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Hunters Equestrian, Cirencester, Glos. T: 01285 640790

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WHATS ON - SHOW DATES WHATS ON - SHOW DATES 8/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

11/12/2021 Christmas SJ at Radfords Equestrian, Lower Farm House, Llanymynech, Shropshire. T: 01691 831523

THURSDAY 9TH DECMEBER

11/12/2021 CT at Felbridge Show Ground, East Grinstead, Sussex. www.felbridge.net

9/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

9/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com

11/12/2021 Dressage at Burrows Court Farm, Nibley Green, Dursley, Glos. Contact: Mrs Rosie Hargan 01453 542488 www. burrowscourtfarm.co.uk

9/12/2021 CR Arena Eventing at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk

11/12/2021 Gymkhana Games at Checkendon Equestrian Centre, Reading. T: 01491 680225

9/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Cherwell Competition Centre, Hill Farm, Old Marston, Oxford. Contact: Lorraine Jackson 07974151272 9/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

11/12/2021 “Have a Go” Dressage at Moores Farm EC, Corse Lawn, Glos.

T: 01452 780500. www.mooresfarmequestrian.co.uk

FRIDAY 10TH DECEMBER 10/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Fairoak Grange, Ashford Hill, Berks. Contact: 01635 299637 / 07785 720799.

10/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Nr Rugby. www.onleygroundsec.com 10/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Stourport Riding Centre, Stourporton-Severn. T: 01299 251125 www.stourportridingcentre.co.uk 10/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ (10th-11th) at Leyland Court Farm, Winterbourne, Glos. www.leylandcourt.co.uk 10/12/2021 Christmas Unaff Dressage at Urchinwood Manor Riding and Event Centre, Congresbury, Bristol. Contact: Lucy Quinn 01934 833248 10/12/2021 The International (10th11th) at Cheltenham Racecourse. www.cheltenham.co.uk 10/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & CT at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk

SATURDAY 11TH DECEMBER 11/12/2021 Aff SJ at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400 11/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Merrist Wood College, Worplesdon, nr Guildford, Surrey. www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 11/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ (10th-11th) at Leyland Court Farm, Winterbourne, Glos. www.leylandcourt.co.uk 11/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 11/12/2021 Area Eventer Challenge at Washbrook Farm, Aston-le-Walls, Northants. www.astonlewalls.net 11/12/2021 Arena Eventing at Cherwell Competition Centre, Hill Farm, Old Marston, Oxford. Contact: Lorraine Jackson 07974151272 11/12/2021 Berkshire Equine Unaff Dressage at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Tel: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk 26

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11/12/2021 Ideal Saddles CT Champs (11th-12th) at Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Nr Rugby. www.onleygroundsec.com 11/12/2021 LandS Eventing Super Arena XC Pairs at Dallas Burston Polo Club. www.landseventing.co.uk 11/12/2021 Midlands Polo Festival (11th-12th) at Rugby Polo Club, Warks. www.rugbypoloclub.com 11/12/2021 NSEA Eventers Challenge at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk 11/12/2021 SRJ Equine Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 11/12/2021 The International (10th11th) at Cheltenham Racecourse. www.cheltenham.co.uk 11/12/2021 Unaff Christmas SJ at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

11/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & SJ inc SEIB Horse Insurance Trailblazers Qulas at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics. T: 01664 823739 www.valeviewequestrian.co.uk 11/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Moulton College EC, Northampton, Northants. Contact: Louise Lumsden 01604 491131 11/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants. Tel. 07801 089691 11/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Widmer EC, Lacey Green, Bucks. T: 01844 275139 11/12/2021 USJL SJ at Malthouse Centre, Steventon, Oxon.

Contact: 07719 270690 11/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk 11/12/2021 Xmas Fancy Dress Team Dressage at Beaver Hall EC, Bradnop, Leek, Staffs. T: 01538 304433 11/12/2021 Christmas ODE at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk 11/12/2021 Charity VIRTUAL Dressage. Contact: 07948 444626. Entries and video to mievers35@gmail.com

SUNDAY 12TH DECEMBER 12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at East Soley EC, Hungerford, Berks. Contact Emma Dove 01488 686232 12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Elms Farm Equine, Costock, Loughborough. Tel: 01509 853116

12/12/2021 Father Christmas Pony Rides at Island Riding Centre, Newport, Isle of Wight. www.islandriding.com 12/12/2021 Ideal Saddles CT Champs (11th-12th) at Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Nr Rugby. www.onleygroundsec.com 12/12/2021 Indoor Car Boot at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com

12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk

12/12/2021 Indoor Dressage at Malthouse Centre, Steventon, Oxon. Contact: 07719 270690

12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Moulton College EC, Northampton, Northants. Contact: Louise Lumsden 01604 491131

12/12/2021 Midlands Polo Festival (11th-12th) at Rugby Polo Club, Warks. www.rugbypoloclub.com

12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Petley Wood Equestrian Centre, Petley Farm, Sussex. www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Stourport Riding Centre, Stourporton-Severn. T: 01299 251125 www.stourportridingcentre.co.uk 12/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Swallowfield EC, Lapworth, Warks, B94 6JD. T: 01564 784475. www.swallowfieldec.co.uk 12/12/2021 Aff Junior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 12/12/2021 Aff SJ at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com 12/12/2021 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400 12/12/2021 Arena Eventing at Eland Lodge Equestrian, Ashbourne, Derbys. T: 01283 575856. www.elandlodge.com/events 12/12/2021 Arena Eventing at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics.

T: 01664 823739 www.valeviewequestrian.co.uk 12/12/2021 Bloxham Eventer Challenge at Washbrook Farm, Aston-le-Walls, Northants. www.astonlewalls.net 12/12/2021 Bourne Valley RC Dressage at Gracelands Equestrian Centre, Church Lane, Droitwich. www.bvrc.org.uk 12/12/2021 Bozeat Riding Club Open SJ at Glebe Farm EC, Bozeat, Northants. Tel 01933 666034. www.glebefarmec.co.uk 12/12/2021 Bromsgrove & District RC Emerald Dressage at Gracelands EC. www.bromsgroveridingclub.co.uk 12/12/2021 Christmas Dressage at Radfords Equestrian, Lower Farm House, Llanymynech, Shropshire. T: 01691 831523 12/12/2021 Christmas Show inc Showing & SJ at Tumpy Green EC, Cam, Dursley, Glos.

Contact: 01453 899002 www.tumpygreenequestrian.co.uk 12/12/2021 Christmas SJ Show at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk 12/12/2021 Christmas Treasure Hunt at Hall Place EC, Tilehurst, Reading. T: 0118 9426938

12/12/2021 New Forest Pony Enthusiasts Club & Hursley Hambledon HSC Christmas Show at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants. Tel. 07801 089691 12/12/2021 North Staffordshire Bridleways Association Christmas Ride & Lunch at Market Drayton. www.north-staffordshirebridleways-association.org.uk 12/12/2021 Saxon Dressage Group Christmas Mufti Show at West Wilts EC, Wilts. www.saxondressagegroup.co.uk 12/12/2021 SJ at Bow House Equestrian, Bishops Castle. T: 01588 638427 12/12/2021 SRJ Equine Unaff Mini SJ at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 12/12/2021 The UK Nationals Foal & Youngstock Winter Champs at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 12/12/2021 Totally Tack SJ at Warminster Saddle Club, Warminster, Oxdene, Wilts. T: 01985 213925 12/12/2021 Unaff Christmas Arena Eventing at Kings Equestrian, Bromyard. T: 01885 400650. www.kingsequestrian.co.uk 12/12/2021 Unaff Christmas Dressage at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

12/12/2021 Unaff Christmas Show at Burrows Court Farm, Nibley Green, Dursley, Glos. Contact: Mrs Rosie Hargan 01453 542488 www.burrowscourtfarm.co.uk 12/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & CR SJ at Felbridge Show Ground, East Grinstead, Sussex. www.felbridge.net 12/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Snowball Farm EC, Burnham.

T: 01628 666222. www.snowballfarm.co.uk 12/12/2021 Winter Dressage Series at Avon Riding Centre for the Disabled, Bristol. Contact: 01179 590266 12/12/2021 Xmas Fancy Dress Team SJ at Beaver Hall EC, Bradnop, Leek, Staffs. T: 01538 304433 12/12/2021 Unaff SJ at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk 12/12/2021: Eventer Challenge at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull. T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

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MONDAY 13TH DECEMBER 13/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 13/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants.

Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk 13/12/2021 CR SJ at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 13/12/2021 Evening Unaff Dressage at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk

TUESDAY 14TH DECEMBER 14/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Widmer EC, Lacey Green, Bucks. T: 01844 275139 14/12/2021 Aff SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 14/12/2021 SRJ Equine Unaff SJ at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 14/12/2021 Unaff SJ at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 14/12/2021 CR SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 15TH DECEMBER 15/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics.

T: 01664 823739 www.valeviewequestrian.co.uk 15/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400 15/12/2021 Dressage at Burrows Court Farm, Nibley Green, Dursley, Glos. Contact: Mrs Rosie Hargan 01453 542488 www.burrowscourtfarm.co.uk 15/12/2021 Evening Unaff Dressage at Merrist Wood College, Worplesdon, nr Guildford, Surrey. www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 15/12/2021 Evening Unaff SJ at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk 15/12/2021 Senior Aff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 15/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & CR SJ at Felbridge Show Ground, East Grinstead, Sussex. www.felbridge.net 15/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 15/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk 15/1/2022 Mini Arena Eventing at Lincomb Equestrian, Nr Stourport on Severn, Worcs. Contact: Rebecca Symonds 01299 251351 28

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THURSDAY 16TH DECEMBER 16/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Radfords Equestrian, Lower Farm House, Llanymynech, Shropshire. T: 01691 831523 16/12/2021 Aff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 16/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & CT at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull. T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk 16/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

16/12/2021 The London International Horse Show (16th-20th) at Excel, London. www.londonhorseshow.com

FRIDAY 17TH DECEMBER 17/12/2021 Aff Dressage (17th-18th) at Kingswood EC, Wolverhampton, West Midlands. T: 01902 374480. www.kingswoodec.com 17/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk 17/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Nr Rugby. www.onleygroundsec.com 17/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 17/12/2021 Aff & Unaff Dressage at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk 17/12/2021 EFPC SJ at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 17/12/2021 The London International Horse Show (16th-20th) at Excel, London. www.londonhorseshow.com

SATURDAY 18TH DECEMBER 18/12/2021 Aff Dressage (17th-18th) at Kingswood EC, Wolverhampton, West Midlands. T: 01902 374480. www.kingswoodec.com 18/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants. Tel. 07801 089691 18/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ inc Voltaire Designs Quals at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics. T:01664 823739 www.valeviewequestrian.co.uk 18/12/2021 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 18/12/2021 Arena Eventing at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310

18/12/2021 Malvern Hills RC Champs Dressage at Hillview Arena, Malvern. www.malvernhillsridingclub. com Contact: 01684 592795

19/12/2021 Aff SJ (19th-22nd) at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk

18/12/2021 Showing Show at Harold’s Park Farm, Nazeing, Essex. www.equestrianevents.uk

19/12/2021 Bourne Valley RC Christmas Fun Show at Gracelands Equestrian Centre, Church Lane, Droitwich. www.bvrc.org.uk

18/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk 18/12/2021 SRJ Equine Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 18/12/2021 Unaff Charity SJ inc Spring Festival Quals at Berkshire College of Agriculture, Maidenhead, Berks. www.bca.ac.uk/ equine-centre/equine-events/ 18/12/2021 Unaff Christmas Dressage at Kings Equestrian, Bromyard. T: 01885 400650. www.kingsequestrian.co.uk 18/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & CT at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk 18/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Warwickshire College, Moreton Morrell. Contact: Wayne Rodwell 01926 318313

18/12/2021 Unaff SJ at CCR Equestrian, Chambers Farm, Brookthorpe, Glos. www.ccrequestrian.com 18/12/2021 Unaff SJ at Moulton College EC, Northampton, Northants. Contact: Louise Lumsden 01604 491131 18/12/2021 Unaff Xmas SJ at Finching Field Equestrian Centre, The Elms, Finchingfield, Essex. www. finchingfieldequestriancentre.co.uk 18/12/2021 Winter Classic Aff SJ (18th-20th) at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 18/12/2021 The London International Horse Show (16th-20th) at Excel, London. www.londonhorseshow.com

SUNDAY 19TH DECEMBER 19/12/2021 Aff & Unaff Dressage at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 19/12/2021 Aff Dressage & Unaff Christmas SJ at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics. T: 01664 823739 www.valeviewequestrian.co.uk 19/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk

19/12/2021 Cherwell Valley RC Christmas Show inc Fancy Dress at Moulton College Equestrian Centre, Northants. www.cv-rc.co.uk 19/12/2021 Christmas Fancy Dress CR SJ at Warehill EC, Totternhoe, Beds. Contact: Nina 07854 110015. www.warehillequestrian.co.uk 19/12/2021 Christmas Show at Burstow Park Equestrian Centre, Horley, Surrey. www.burstowparkridingcentre.com 19/12/2021 Christmas Show at Hall Place EC, Tilehurst, Reading. T: 0118 9426938 19/12/2021 Christmas SJ at Bow House Equestrian, Bishops Castle. T: 01588 638427 19/12/2021 CR Arena Eventing at Eland Lodge Equestrian, Ashbourne, Derbys. T: 01283 575856. www.elandlodge.com/events 19/12/2021 Father Christmas Pony Rides at Island Riding Centre, Newport, Isle of Wight. www.islandriding.com 19/12/2021 IBRC Dressage at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 19/12/2021 Indoor Car Boot at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 19/12/2021 Open SJ inc Trailblazers at Glebe Farm EC, Bozeat, Northants. Tel 01933 666034. www.glebefarmec.co.uk 19/12/2021 The Oh Deer Challenge at Rugby Polo Club, Warks. www.rugbypoloclub.com 19/12/2021 Totally Tack SJ at Warminster Saddle Club, Warminster, Oxdene, Wilts. T: 01985 213925 19/12/2021 Unaff Christmas SJ at Kings Equestrian, Bromyard. T: 01885 400650. www.kingsequestrian.co.uk 19/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 19/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Crofton Manor Equestrian Centre, Titchfield, Fareham, Hamps. www.croftonmanor.co.uk

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19/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Elms Farm Equine, Costock, Loughborough. Tel: 01509 853116

18/12/2021 Christmas Games at Wickstead Farm Equestrian Centre, Wilts. www.wicksteadfarm.co.uk

19/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Swallowfield EC, Lapworth, Warks, B94 6JD. T: 01564 784475. www.swallowfieldec.co.uk

19/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Kingswood EC, Wolverhampton, West Midlands. T: 01902 374480. www.kingswoodec.com

18/12/2021 Festive Unaff Dressage inc Trailblazers Quals at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633

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19/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Stourport Riding Centre, Stourporton-Severn. T: 01299 251125 www.stourportridingcentre.co.uk

18/12/2021 Christmas Fun SJ at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk

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WHATS ON - SHOW DATES WHATS ON - SHOW DATES 19/12/2021 Unaff SJ at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com 19/12/2021 Unaff SJ at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk 19/12/2021 Unaff Winter ODE at Leyland Court Farm, Winterbourne, Glos. www.leylandcourt.co.uk 19/12/2021 Winter Arena XC at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400 19/12/2021 Winter Classic Aff SJ (18th-20th) at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 19/12/2021 London International Horse Show (16th-20th) at Excel, London. www.londonhorseshow.com

MONDAY 20TH DECEMBER 20/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Merrist Wood College, Worplesdon, nr Guildford, Surrey. www. merristwoodarena.co.uk 20/12/2021 Aff Dressage inc Freestyle Classes (19th-20th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

20/12/2021 Aff SJ (19th-22nd) at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk 20/12/2021 BD at Witham Villa Riding Centre, Broughton Astley, Leics. www.withamvilla.co.uk 20/12/2021 CR SJ at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 20/12/2021 DressageUK Quals Show at Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Nr Rugby. www.onleygroundsec.com 20/12/2021 NSEA Grassroots SJ Quals at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www. beechwoodec.co.uk 20/12/2021 Winter Classic Aff SJ (18th-20th) at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 20/12/2021 London International Horse Show (16th-20th) at Excel, London. www.londonhorseshow.com

TUESDAY 21ST DECEMBER 21/12/2021 Aff SJ (19th-22nd) at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk 21/12/2021 SRJ Equine Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 21/12/2021 Unaff Arena Eventing & Evening Dressage at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

WEDNESDAY 22ND DECEMBER 22/12/2021 Aff Junior SJ at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics. T: 01664 823739 www. valeviewequestrian.co.uk 22/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400 30

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22/12/2021 Aff SJ (19th-22nd) at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk

29/12/2021 Evening Unaff SJ at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk

22/12/2021 Evening Unaff SJ at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk

29/12/2021 Junior BS Pony New Year Spectacular (28th-30th) at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400

22/12/2021 Grafton PC SJ Comp at Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Nr Rugby. www.onleygroundsec.com

29/12/2021 Mini SJ & Showing Fun Christmas Show at Kings Equestrian, Bromyard. T: 01885 400650. www.kingsequestrian.co.uk

22/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & CR SJ at Felbridge Show Ground, East Grinstead, Sussex. www.felbridge.net 22/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Berriewood Farm, Condover, Shrewsbury, Shropshire. www.berriewood.co.uk 22/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com

THURSDAY 23RD DECEMBER 23/12/2021 SJ at Checkendon Equestrian Centre, Reading.

T: 01491 680225

SUNDAY 26TH DECEMBER 26/12/2021 NCH Boxing Day Meet at The Kennels, Broadway. www.northcotswoldhunt.co.uk

MONDAY 27TH DECEMBER 27/12/2021 CR SJ at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 27/12/2021 Extravaganza SJ Show at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk 27/12/2021 LandS Eventing Indoor Express Arena Eventing at Onley Grounds. www.landseventing.co.uk 27/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

TUESDAY 28TH DECEMBER 28/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ (28th-29th) at Leyland Court Farm, Winterbourne, Glos. www.leylandcourt.co.uk 28/12/2021 Cambourne Christmas Pleasure Ride at Vine Farm, Gransden Road, Caxton, Nr Cambridge. www.endurancegb.co.uk 28/12/2021 Junior BS Pony New Year Spectacular (28th-30th) at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400 28/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310

WEDNESDAY 29TH DECEMBER 29/12/2021 Aff Dressage at Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Nr Rugby. www.onleygroundsec.com 29/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ (28th-29th) at Leyland Court Farm, Winterbourne, Glos. www.leylandcourt.co.uk 29/12/2021 Aff Senior SJ at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics. T: 01664 823739 www. valeviewequestrian.co.uk

29/12/2021 Rockingham Forest RC Christmas SJ at Boughton Mill Equestrian Centre, Northants. Contact: Natalie Barlow 07768 653695 29/12/2021 Unaff Dressage & CR SJ at Felbridge Show Ground, East Grinstead, Sussex. www.felbridge.net 29/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com 29/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 29/12/2021 West Midlands Driving Group Seasonal Treasure Hunt at Hallaton, Nether Whitacre. www. westmidlandsdrivinggroup.co.uk 29/1/2022 Arena Eventing 2 Phase at Lincomb Equestrian, Nr Stourport on Severn, Worcs. Contact: Rebecca Symonds 01299 251351

THURSDAY 30TH DECEMBER 30/12/2021 Aff Junior SJ at Leyland Court Farm, Winterbourne, Glos. www.leylandcourt.co.uk 30/12/2021 Flamstead PC Festive Christmas Open SJ in Spring Festival Quals at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

30/12/2021 Junior BS Pony New Year Spectacular (28th-30th) at The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe. Tel: 01234 708400 30/12/2021 Unaff CT at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 30/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at East Soley EC, Hungerford, Berks.

Contact Emma Dove 01488 686232 30/12/2021 Unaff Dressage at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk 30/1/2022 Arena Eventing 2 Phase at Lincomb Equestrian, Nr Stourport on Severn, Worcs. Contact: Rebecca Symonds 01299 251351

FRIDAY 31ST DECEMBER 31/12/2021 PC Christmas Show at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk

SATURDAY 1ST JANUARY 1/1/2022 Aff Dressage inc TQ & MQ at Swallowfield EC, Lapworth, Warks, B94 6JD. T: 01564 784475. www.swallowfieldec.co.uk 1/1/2022 Hereford & District Driving Group News Years Day Rally at Carol & Eddy Pyatt’s, Little Tredunnock, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire. www.hddg.co.uk

1/1/2022 NCH New Year’s Day Meet at Lygon Arms, Chipping Campden. www.northcotswoldhunt.co.uk 1/1/2022 New Year’s Race Day at Cheltenham Racecourse. www.cheltenham.co.uk 1/1/2022 Unaff Dressage at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight.www.lakefarmiow.com

SUNDAY 2ND JANUARY 2/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

2/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 2/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Swallowfield EC, Lapworth, Warks, B94 6JD. T: 01564 784475. www.swallowfieldec.co.uk 2/1/2022 Arena Eventing at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 2/1/2022 Mountain & Moorland In-hand & Ridden Winter Show at East Soley EC, Hungerford, Berks.

Contact Emma Dove 01488 686232 2/1/2022 Open SJ inc Trailblazers at Glebe Farm EC, Bozeat, Northants. Tel 01933 666034. www.glebefarmec.co.uk 2/1/2022 Unaff Dressage & SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 2/1/2022 Unaff Dressage & SJ inc SEIB Horse Insurance Trailblazers Qulas at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics. T: 01664 823739 www. valeviewequestrian.co.uk 2/1/2022 Indoor Arena Eventing at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull. T:01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

MONDAY 3RD JANUARY 3/1/2022 Aff Dressage Quest at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk

TUESDAY 4TH JANUARY 4/1/2022 Novice CR SJ at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www. beechwoodec.co.uk 4/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

WEDNESDAY 5TH JANUARY 5/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics. T: 01664 823739 www. valeviewequestrian.co.uk 5/1/2022 Unaff Indoor Dressage at Checkendon Equestrian Centre, Reading. T: 01491 680225

THURSDAY 6TH JANUARY 6/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (6th9th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

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FRIDAY 7TH JANUARY 7/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 7/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (6th9th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

SATURDAY 8TH JANUARY

9/1/2022 Indoor Car Boot at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 9/1/2022 SJ at Wickstead Farm Equestrian Centre, Wilts. www.wicksteadfarm.co.uk 9/1/2022 The New Year’s Cup (8th-9th) at Rugby Polo Club, Warks. www.rugbypoloclub.com

8/1/2022 Aff & Unaff Dressage at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com

9/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants.

Tel. 07801 089691

8/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk

9/1/2022 Unaff Winter Woolies Showing at Brook Farm Training Centre, Stapleford Abbotts, Essex. www.brookfarmtc.co.uk

8/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (6th9th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

8/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 8/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 8/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants. Tel. 07801 089691 8/1/2022 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 8/1/2022 EFPC SJ at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 8/1/2022 The New Year’s Cup (8th-9th) at Rugby Polo Club, Warks. www.rugbypoloclub.com 8/1/2022 Unaff Dressage at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 8/1/2022 Unaff Dressage inc Trailblazers Quals at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 8/1/2022 Unaff Indoor Dressage at Checkendon Equestrian Centre, Reading. T: 01491 680225

SUNDAY 9TH JANUARY 9/1/2022 Aff Dressage at East Soley EC, Hungerford, Berks. Contact Emma Dove 01488 686232 9/1/2022 Aff Dressage inc TQ at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics.

T: 01664 823739 www.valeviewequestrian.co.uk 9/1/2022 Aff Junior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 9/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (6th9th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

9/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Stourport Riding Centre, Stourporton-Severn. T: 01299 251125 www.stourportridingcentre.co.uk 9/1/2022 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 9/1/2022 Bourne Valley RC Dressage Champs at Gracelands Equestrian Centre, Church Lane, Droitwich. www.bvrc.org.uk 9/1/2022 Central TREC Group Winter Comp at Moulton College Equestrian Centre, Northants. www.trecgroup.co.uk

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TUESDAY 11TH JANUARY 11/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 11/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Widmer EC, Lacey Green, Bucks. T: 01844 275139 11/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633

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14/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 14/1/2022 Aff SJ at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 14/1/2022 Combined Training at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk

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SATURDAY 15TH JANUARY 15/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 15/1/2022 Area Eventer Challenge at Washbrook Farm, Aston-le-Walls, Northants. www.astonlewalls.net 15/1/2022 Cherwell Valley RC Dressage at Moulton College Equestrian Centre, Northants. www.cv-rc.co.uk 15/1/2022 Unaff Dressage & SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 15/1/2022 Unaff Dressage at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants. Tel. 07801 089691 15/1/2022 Unaff Dressage at Wickstead Farm Equestrian Centre, Wilts. www.wicksteadfarm.co.uk 15/1/2022 Unaff Dressage inc BD Quest at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 15/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Checkendon Equestrian Centre, Reading. T: 01491 680225 15/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633

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SUNDAY 16TH JANUARY 16/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ inc Bluechip Novice Quals at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 16/1/2022 Arena Eventing at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 16/1/2022 Arena Eventing at Vale View EC, Old Dalby, Leics.

T: 01664 823739 www.valeviewequestrian.co.uk 16/1/2022 Bloxham Eventer Challenge at Washbrook Farm, Aston-le-Walls, Northants. www.astonlewalls.net

16/1/2022 North Staffordshire Bridleways Association Pleasure Ride. www.north-staffordshirebridleways-association.org.uk 16/1/2022 Open SJ inc Trailblazers at Glebe Farm EC, Bozeat, Northants. Tel 01933 666034. www.glebefarmec.co.uk 16/1/2022 Totally Tack SJ at Warminster Saddle Club, Warminster, Oxdene, Wilts. T: 01985 213925 16/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com 16/1/2022 V&K Equine SJ at Crofton Manor Equestrian Centre, Titchfield, Fareham, Hamps. www.croftonmanor.co.uk DECEMBER/JANUARY 2022

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TUESDAY 18TH JANUARY 18/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 18/1/2022 Open CR SJ at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk

23/1/2022 Indoor Car Boot at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 23/1/2022 IWRC Dressage at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com

SATURDAY 29TH JANUARY 29/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Fullers Hill Farm, Fullers Hill, Amersham, Bucks. T: 07711 199 166 (before 8pm) 29/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk

THURSDAY 20TH JANUARY

23/1/2022 Rockingham Forest RC Dressage at Boughton Mill Equestrian Centre, Northants. Contact: Natalie Barlow 07768 653695

29/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (27th30th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

20/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

23/1/2022 Totally Tack SJ at Warminster Saddle Club, Warminster, Oxdene, Wilts. T: 01985 213925

29/1/2022 Arena Eventing (29th-30th) at Wickstead Farm Equestrian Centre, Wilts. www.wicksteadfarm.co.uk

SATURDAY 22ND JANUARY 22/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (22nd23rd) at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 22/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 22/1/2022 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 22/1/2022 Unaff Arena Eventing at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants. Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk 22/1/2022 Unaff Dressage inc Trailblazers Quals at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 22/1/2022 Unaff SJ at CCR Equestrian, Chambers Farm, Brookthorpe, Glos. www.ccrequestrian.com 22/1/2022 Unaff Dressage & CT at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull. T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk 22/1/2022 Unaff Dressage at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk

SUNDAY 23RD JANUARY 23/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants. Tel. 07801 089691 23/1/2022 Aff Junior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 23/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (22nd23rd) at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 23/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 23/1/2022 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 23/1/2022 Bourne Valley RC SJ at Gracelands Equestrian Centre, Church Lane, Droitwich. www.bvrc.org.uk 23/1/2022 Dressage inc Trailblazers at Glebe Farm EC, Bozeat, Northants. Tel 01933 666034. www.glebefarmec.co.uk 23/1/2022 Hereford & District RC Winter Dressage. Contact: hdrcshows@gmail.com 23/1/2022 IBRC Dressage at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 32

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23/1/2022 Unaff Dressage & SJ at Weston Lawns Equitation, Bulkington, Warks. T: 02476 312176. www.weston-lawns.co.uk 23/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk 23/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Elms Farm Equine, Costock, Loughborough. Tel: 01509 853116 23/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

TUESDAY 25TH JANUARY 25/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Widmer EC, Lacey Green, Bucks. T: 01844 275139 25/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 25/1/2022 Aff SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 25/1/2022 Senior Aff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 25/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk

THURSDAY 27TH JANUARY 27/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com 27/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (27th30th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

27/1/2022 BD Dressage Area Festival (27th-31st) at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

FRIDAY 28TH JANUARY 28/1/2022 Aff Dressage at Beechwood Equestrian EC, Chelmsford, Essex. www.beechwoodec.co.uk 28/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (27th30th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

28/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 28/1/2022 BD Dressage Area Festival (27th-31st) at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

29/1/2022 Festival Trials Day at Cheltenham Racecourse. www.cheltenham.co.uk 29/1/2022 Treehouse Sporting Colours Eventers Challenge at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633 29/1/2022 Unaff Dressage at East Soley EC, Hungerford, Berks. Contact Emma Dove 01488 686232 29/1/2022 BD Dressage Area Festival (27th-31st) at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www. solihullridingclub.co.uk

SUNDAY 30TH JANUARY 30/1/2022 Aff Senior SJ (27th30th) at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

30/1/2022 Aff SJ at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com 30/1/2022 Arena Eventing (29th-30th) at Wickstead Farm Equestrian Centre, Wilts. www.wicksteadfarm.co.uk 30/1/2022 Arena Eventing at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 30/1/2022 Indoor Car Boot at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 30/1/2022 Open SJ inc Trailblazers at Glebe Farm EC, Bozeat, Northants. Tel 01933 666034. www.glebefarmec.co.uk 30/1/2022 Unaff SJ at Leyland Court Farm, Winterbourne, Glos. www.leylandcourt.co.uk 30/1/2022 BD Dressage Area Festival (27th-31st) at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk 30/1/2022 Combined Training at Allens Hill Competition & Livery Centre, Pinvin, Worcs. T: 01386 555616, www.allenshill.co.uk

MONDAY 31ST JANUARY 31/1/2022 BD Dressage Area Festival (27th-31st) at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

TUESDAY 1ST FEBRUARY 1/2/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Prestige Equestrian, Bath Road, Hardwicke, Glos, GL2 2RG. T: 01452 726633

1/2/2022 Unaff SJ at Solihull Riding Club, Solihull.

T: 01564 770180. www.solihullridingclub.co.uk

THURSDAY 3RD FEBRUARY 3/2/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Bury Farm Equestrian Village, Bucks. T:01525 222114.

FRIDAY 4TH FEBRUARY 4/2/2022 Unaff SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310

SATURDAY 5TH FEBRUARY 5/2/2022 Aff Dressage at Sparsholt College EC, Winchester, Hants. Tel. 07801 089691 5/2/2022 Aff Senior SJ (5th-6th) at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 5/2/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 5/2/2022 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 5/2/2022 Arena Eventing at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 5/2/2022 Isle of Ely Dog Show at Arena UK, Grantham, Lincs. www.arenauk.com 5/2/2022 Unaff SJ at CCR Equestrian, Chambers Farm, Brookthorpe, Glos. www.ccrequestrian.com

SUNDAY 6TH FEBRUARY 6/2/2022 Aff Junior SJ at Newbold Verdon EC, Leics. www.nvec.co.uk 6/2/2022 Aff Senior SJ (5th-6th) at Hartpury College, Glos. www.hartpury.ac.uk 6/2/2022 Aff Senior SJ at Stourport Riding Centre, Stourport-on-Severn.

T: 01299 251125 www.stourportridingcentre.co.uk 6/2/2022 Arena Eventing & Unaff SJ at Brendon Stud & Saddlery, Pyecombe, West Sussex. www.brendonpyecombe.co.uk 6/2/2022 CT Quals at West Wilts EC, Nr Trowbridge. T: 01225 783220. www.westwilts.com 6/2/2022 Dressage inc Trailblazers at Glebe Farm EC, Bozeat, Northants. Tel 01933 666034. www.glebefarmec.co.uk 6/2/2022 Ideal Saddles CT at Wellington Riding, Hook, Hants.

Contact: 01189 326308. www.wellington-riding.co.uk 6/2/2022 Unaff Dressage & SJ at Field House EC, Marchington, Staffs. T: 01283 820310 6/2/2022 Unaff Dressage at Lake Farm Equestrian Centre, Ventor, Isle of Wight. www.lakefarmiow.com 6/2/2022 Unaff SJ at Elms Farm Equine, Costock, Loughborough.

Tel: 01509 853116 6/2/2022 Woking Hunter Pony Show at East Soley EC, Hungerford, Berks. Contact Emma Dove 01488 686232

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GINNY HOWE

THE ADVENTURES OF GINNY… Winter Antics: Hunting, Hunt Balls and all things horses!

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have been taking advantage that many of the horses have been on their end of season holidays, meaning I have a little more free time for sociable things. We have been lucky to have many local Heythrop Hunt meets around us the last few Thursdays, which have been great to take my gorgeous stallion, Interlaken W, to for some winter fun. Accompanied by my friend Saskia, we have enjoyed catching up with lots of friends, galloping around the countryside and a few pub g stops on the hack home after 2nd horses!

The farmers Bloodhounds have also been just down the road from us, so on a sunny j Sunday afternoon we joined them too. Some

impressive hedge hopping and great jumping around our local estates; it’s safe to say both the horses and riders had a great time.

Depending on the horse, I think hunting is a great education for the young ones. They get to see plenty and jump all sorts of timber in all sorts of ground conditions and with the British weather being so unpredictable, as it has been in previous years, it’s a great opportunity to practice this! Interlaken W, aka Lanikin really does love his hunting days out; he is beautifully behaved and it’s great to be able to enjoy him, not only eventing but doing a variety of other things. Currently adding to his stallion

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CV – eventing, showjumping, team chasing, hunting and side saddle…. whatever next?!?!

The young horses have been progressing well over the last few weeks. 4yo CHF Captain Jacob really is learning his job. A few British Showjumping outings, and more recently Arena Eventing at Dallas Burston’s. A very different kind of environment to what he is used to, but he took it all in his stride. A lovely showjumping round in the 90cm course followed by a clear XC over some very new fences to him. Showing off his scope at every opportunity and increasingly adding to the excitement of his future plans. I love working with him, still green but so keen to learn and try hard.

My own Chanuck Z, a young stallion I bought inn the year, had his summer holiday and now begins a little more regular work. Still holding

off from doing too much as he is still only a rising 4yo. He is learning an education in a very relaxed atmosphere and non-intense way. It’s very much a waiting game for him as I’m conscious of not doing too much too soon at a young age.

So, plenty of field time and chilling for him.

Winter is always a fun time for catching up with friends that I haven’t seen in the busy event season, and what better place than the odd hunt ball or two… The Heythrop most recently and it certainly did not disappoint. It was time to ditch the breeches and put on the pretty dresses, make up and dance till the early hours. There were certainly a few sore heads on the Sunday morning, but what a great night with my very special friends!

With Christmas fast approaching and every other song on the radio being a Christmas one at that… even though it’s still November! The horses are all in from their holidays and beginning their walk work before they go out for showjumping and dressage fun over the winter in the build up to the start of the season In March. It’s hard to believe in four months it will be 2022 eventing time!

I’ve got a really exciting string for next year and look forward to working with each and everyone of them over the next few months, plenty of practice and fine tuning to make sure we are fully prepared for what 2022 has instore for us!

I hope everyone enjoys the cold spell of winter and let’s hope for not too much rain or snow, as we all know combined with horses this is never fun!!

Love Ginny x

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HUNTING

FARMERS BLOODHOUND MEET AT OVER WORTON ON SUNDAY 21ST NOVEMBER Report by Heather Moodie (Field Master), Photos by Paul Buddin

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3 horses and riders assembled on the 21st of November on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at the gorgeous home of Mr and Mrs Schuster in Over Worton.

Our kind hosts provided a warm welcome, a drink, some sausage rolls and cake. Then we set off following our huntsman, Oscar Wood and his amateur whips Arran Fearn and Dave Pratley and five couple of hounds across gorgeous Heythrop countryside. This line brought us over several nice hunt jumps on great going across the Schusters land.

We crossed the first road and hunted along the brook onto land owned by the Wilson family. There was the first big fence of the day a metal gate in the tree line. Those preferring an alternative route could still watch the fun unfold.

Crossing the Worton Road and on again to more rails of varying heights and the first big hedge by Seagraves cover. Which was looking rather upright and woolly! For those who attempted it rode very well with lots of cheers of excitement. There was an alternative rail for those who wanted a smaller option. Anna Hall kindly took the people who didn’t want to jump around another way. A long run along the bridle path brought us to the end of the first line and a welcome breather. After 30 minutes the hounds were off again and onto the Barton Abbey estate and gorgeous grassland. A rather large drop hedge was waiting for us as well as our photographer Paul Buddin. We came out on the other side of the estate and past the church. After several rails and a brook crossing, we finished the second line and everyone’s spirits were high.

The start of the third and final line took us back across Mrs Ballards land. We were then treated to some fun across Ben Lay’s infamous hedges. My fellow field master took anyone who wasn’t so keen on a slightly less taxing route. It is always lovely to pull up at the end of these hedges having had a great ride. There was only one loose horse and no harm done although Rupert Checkly and Molly Paxford did have to ride some way to catch him! A kind loop over some smaller fences to finish the day led us back to the meet.

Bee Buddin kindly got the urn going and Ruperts new BBQ was a winner. Although I am dubious about Ruperts BBQing abilities! Jenny Barnes apple bake was delicious. Everyone enjoyed a friendly tea and run down of the day.

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FOCUS ON SADDLING

In this issue Society of Master Saddlers’ President, Master Saddler, Master Bridle Maker, Master Harness Maker, Registered Master Saddle Fitter and Registered Qualified Bridle Fitter, Helen Reader, provides advice on girthing:

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uestion: Which straps should I attach my girth to?

nswer: The Society of Master Saddlers replies: This is a common question especially as saddles now can have up to five girth straps each side which makes it confusing for the rider.

Traditionally there would be only three girth straps. One on a narrow web just behind the front arch of the tree and then a further two both stitched onto the same wider web set behind the first web. However, over the years things have changed and now there are more options including a point strap, which is attached to the point at the front of the tree and a balance web which is attached to the back of the tree, often by means of a v-web system. The v-web system allows the girth strap to find its own centre and not pull the saddle forwards. These additional girth strap positions allow your Society of Master Saddlers Registered Qualified Saddle Fitter (SMS RQSF) to assess which girth straps to use to achieve the best fit. The girth

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straps must not be used to make an ill-fitting saddle stay in place, they are used to refine the fit and help with stability of the saddle.

When the saddle is placed in the correct position on the horse, the most suitable girth straps will lay vertically in line with the girth groove and therefore the girth. Ideally the girthing arrangement will help to distribute the pull of the girth over a wider area and give better stability of the saddle. If that line is not vertical and then the saddle will move forwards or backwards to achieve that vertical line and in turn will move the saddle either forwards onto the shoulders or backwards on to the lumber region. Neither of these options are desirable and will cause the horse discomfort and possibly pain. The point strap is used if the saddle tends to slip forwards, however by using the point strap it can pull the front of the saddle down and make the back lift, move and bounce. Generally, a balance strap would also be used when using the point strap to support the back of the saddle. The balance strap can also be used to prevent saddle slip, but only if the cause of the saddle slip has been identified and can’t be corrected, eg. The rider has an injury which means that they ride twisted to one side and pull the saddle across with them. Then the balance strap can be used one side to support the saddle and prevent it from twisting, just like a balance strap is used on a side saddle to support the saddle on the side without the rider’s legs.

Your SMS RQSF will select the girth straps that they feel are most suitable after assessing the saddle on the horse and looking at the line of the girth groove.

You will then be asked to ride in the saddle to make sure that the saddle doesn’t move, is balanced and that both you and the horse are comfortable in the saddle. If the saddle is used for jumping, then you will be asked to jump a fence or two. Whilst you are riding the SMS RQSF will be assessing the saddle on the horse, the horse’s way of going and your position and balance. Depending upon what they observe they may change the girthing arrangement and then ask you to ride again, so that they can reassess everything. Once they are happy with the girthing arrangement then they will explain to you which girth straps you need to use for your horse and why.

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We are a friendly independent team of 11 vets that provide 24/7 veterinary care in the West Midlands, Warwickshire, Worcester, parts of Leicestershire and Staffordshire.

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Our team of experienced equine vets offer a tailored veterinary service for all your equines, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. With vast experience in equine medicine, including stud work, racing, driving, and Sports Horse medicine, our caring and dedicated team are proud to provide clinical excellence. » Zone Visit Scheme » Dentistry and Vaccinations » Acupuncture » Healthy Horse Club » Full Lameness Work-ups » Endoscopy & Gastroscopy » Portable Digital Xray » Portable Ultrasound Scanner & Shockwave » Full Surgical Facilities » Visiting Surgical Consultants » Surgical Laser » Sarcoid & Melanoma Removal

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Rossdales’ first opinion and hospital-based equine vets are committed to providing the highest standards of veterinary care to all our equine patients, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Our friendly ambulatory teams can carry out a full range of routine veterinary services at your yard, as well as lameness and medical investigations and reproductive services, using the latest portable diagnostic equipment (digital radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy and gastroscopy).

Our world-renowned Equine Hospital and Diagnostic Centre is led by a multidisciplinary team of RCVS, European and American recognised specialists in medicine, surgery, diagnostic Imaging, dentistry, anaesthesia and reproduction. They are supported by experienced clinicians, qualified veterinary nurses and yard staff.

With first class facilities, cutting edge technology and treatments, as well as our state-of-the-art equine diagnostic laboratories in Newmarket, we are proud to offer an unparalleled level of clinical excellence and professional care for your horse or pony.

Find out more by contacting us or visiting our website.

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ROSSDALES NEWMARKET 01638 663150 ROSSDALES EQUINE HOSPITAL & DIAGNOSTIC CENTRE 01638 577754 ROSSDALES HERTFORDSHIRE 01462 790221

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