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EDITOR

Fiona Rafferty fiona@localrider.co.uk Tel: 01892 863062

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Cover: Top Crisp and Don Zephyr competing at Chilham Park Horse Trials

Interview with Event Rider

Tom Crisp

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March 2018

Plan your season with our Show Dates Guide PLUS where to go Cross Country Schooling

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Show Reports & News from across the region More of your favourite Veterans COVERING KENT, SUSSEX, SURREY, HAMPSHIRE, BERKSHIRE & THE

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Features 8 South Downs Bloodhounds Meet 10 Tom Crisp Interview 18 Where to go Cross Country Schooling 20 Keeping Cool this season 22 Dartford & District Riding Club head to the sea 24 Are you ready for the season ahead? 26 Treat yourself to a Riding Holiday 28 Greg Le Gear Interview 31 The season beckons for Bullimore Eventing 32 Training the Mechanical Way 37 Hair we go again 38 Joint Injection Q&A 40 Careers Feature 43 Fabulous Veterans 50 The dos and don’ts of tapeworm control 59 Feeding the Performance Horse

Regulars 6 News 16 Eventing News 30 British Showjumping News 34 Regional Roundup 42 Horsey Other Half 60 Feed News 66 Show Dates 80 Classified 82 Coming Next Issue

Show Reports 14 Arena Eventing 52 Equi-Fun Club Showing Show 54 Matchy Matchy Dressage 56 The Sunshine Tour Championships 58 Surrey Union Pony Club Mini Show Jumping 82 Colette’s Valentine’s Show

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hat a difference a month makes. The March issue is bursting with things to do with your horse this year. There are shows, there are sponsored rides, there are riding holidays, yes you can actually take you own horse away with you, and finally there is our guide to where to go Cross Country Schooling. With 20 courses listed we hope some of you will be inspired to try somewhere new, and if you do, please let us know.

A man in uniform

I have had two brilliant days out of the office this month. First, I made the short trip from Localrider HQ to Mayfield, to meet event rider Tom Crisp and the rest of his team. It probably was a good job it was only a few miles down the road, as that morning I woke to see a winter wonderland outside. This may have given me a distorted view of Team Crisp’s yard, but it did look very pretty. Tom spent time introducing me to his wife, Sophie, their staff and of course the horses. I saw Tom’s projects past, the big yellow lorry, and projects present, new build house under construction. There was also a quick trip to the local Fire Station, where Tom is a retained fire fighter and Crew Commander. Well, I felt sure you would all want to see him in his uniform! Turn to page 10 to find out more.

Mechanical horses

The following week I made another short journey, this time to Hartfield and the home of Amelia Wilbourn’s mechanical horses. There are two, one which specialises in trot and the other in canter and gallop. It was very educational in lots of ways, making me think about my position, balance, and just generally being more aware of what I am doing as a rider. You can find out about Amelia and her mechanical horses on page 32.

Lots of prizes

There are some amazing prizes to be won in this issue, including a lesson with show jumper, Isabelle George, a pair of the Spanish Boot Company’s gorgeous Classic Boots, Minty Treats from Equerry and a complete travel set from Horseware, but our favourite has to be the minibreak to Cornwall with Hallagenna Riding and Cottage Holidays. You can discover more about Hallagenna and lots of other wonderful places to go on holiday, with and without your horse on page 26. There is no doubt now, that the competition season is well and truly under way. So, good luck and remember to let us know if you have a winning result. Have fun!

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NEWS Frensham Sponsored Horse Ride is back! The Frensham Sponsored Horse Ride supersedes the highly successful equine event held over the last four decades in Tilford. The proceeds from the ‘old’ event have supported a number of local charities based in Surrey and Hampshire, and the committee after some consideration decided to handover the reins to a new organising team, the Hedgehogs, a registered charity based in Farnham.

evening with WIN! An Sir Mark Todd

e have a pair of tickets to giveaway for the Sir mark Todd lecture/demo evening at hadlow college in Kent on Wednesday 21st march. Organised by the Equine students of hadlow college, the event takes place on Wednesday 21st march from 7pm to 10pm (doors open at 6.30pm). Double Olympic gold medallist, Open European champion and multiple winner of Badminton and Burghley horse Trials, Sir mark Todd will be sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience at what looks to be a sell out evening. One of the most successful and determined event riders in the world, the evening is certain to be both educational and fun. The evening will consist of mark riding a selection of his own horses to give an insight into the training he uses to prepare his horses for top competition. refreshments will be available on the night, and a charity raffle will be held in support of the air ambulance and World horse Welfare. Tickets cost £25 each, with concessions for group bookings. Book your tickets online at www.hadlow.ac.uk/marktodd For more information email equineevents@hadlow.ac.uk or call 01732 853721. For your chance to win a pair of tickets, complete the entry form on page 51 or email info@localrider.co.uk with Mark Todd Competition in the subject line. Don’t forget to include your name, address and telephone number.

The Hedgehogs have operated in Farnham for nearly 60 years and its mantra is ‘Helping Local People in Need’ and organisations in Farnham and the surrounding villages. The Frensham Sponsored Horse Ride will retain similar objectives to the ‘old’ ride and the proceeds will be distributed across a wide range of organisations and individuals who require support. This year’s ride takes place on Sunday 22nd April. Starting at Stockbridge Farm in Tilford, Surrey, the 10 mile route crosses the scenic Frensham Common and also includes various crosscountry fences. See the show dates guide for more information.

Kylix Paddock Cleaner Keeping paddocks clean during the winter months can be a soul-destroying job, but with spring just around the corner, it has never been more important to keep paddocks clean and free from parasites. Kylix vacuum paddock cleaners result in clean, well-kept paddocks for horse owners with no backbreaking work. All paddock cleaners from Kylix are the most powerful in their class, using an advanced, hygienic vacuum system for picking up droppings quickly and efficiently whilst mulching it and aerating the muck allowing faster breakdown and compact storage. The Kylix Predator Cub II has a capacity for one to five horses and can also be used for picking up leaves and other debris. www.kylixUK.co.uk

Entries close monday 12th march 2018.

Tech on the move This season, Equetech has further embraced the super qualities of technical fabrics, adding the Isabella Training Shirt and Performance Riding Tights to its range. The Equetech Isabella Training Shirt is new for spring and is styled in a technical wicking fabric with a pretty stretch lace panel on the underside of the sleeves for full ventilation. Combining mesh with beauty, this is the ideal shirt for everyday training, schooling and even cross-country. The Equetech Performance Riding Tights are styled in a super four –way stretch with excellent shape retention, they feature a silicone horizontal grip to inner legs and zip smartphone-sized pocket to thigh www.equetech.com

PUT TO Nibbleze Knotless Haynet THE T EST Nibbleze knotless nets help horses to eat more slowly, safely and to have forage available for a longer time. Using a Nibbleze net, can slow down a greedy or fast eater, encouraging them to promote better gut function. This can help with gastric ulcers, weight loss and weight control. www.nibbleze.co.uk Localrider Comment: I tested the Nibbleze Toby net out on a rather good doer, Bill, who can gorge his hay for the whole day in half an hour. Once Bill had got the hang of eating his forage slower, I noticed that I could make less forage go further. The Nibbleze net can also reduce waste, however, I can’t really comment on this, as Bill isn’t one for leaving much in his manger or in this case the Nibbleze net!

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Please contact Fiona on 01892 863062 or email fiona@localrider.co.uk to submit your news to Localrider. The Editor cannot guarantee that all submissions will be published

London Harness Horse Parade This year, the historic London Harness Horse Parade features a WW1 Commemoration on Easter Monday. The London Harness Horse Parade will again take place at the South of England Centre, Ardingly, West Sussex on Easter Monday 2nd April 2018. The annual event is an amalgamation of The London Cart Horse Parade (first started in 1885) and the London Van Horse Parade (started in 1904) and depicts transportation through the ages. This makes it one of the oldest and most well-loved carriage driving events in the country. Generations of carriage-driving families make the annual Easter pilgrimage to the Parade and the current President, WA Gilbey, is a direct descendant of the founder of the London Cart Horse Parade, Sir Walter Gilbey Bart.

Cranleigh RDA Sponsored Ride

ranleigh rDa Group celebrated its 50th birthday in 2017 by constructing a brand new facility incorporating new stables and social areas and an enlarged arena. This has been a huge challenge for the group, who are immensely proud to have upgraded their facilities in this way. The group has been offering riding to people with special needs from a wide area around Guildford, since 1967 and have now secured their future with a modern building fully fit for purpose. If you are a horse rider, you will know the joy and value of riding and of contact with horses. In 2016/2017 the group gave this opportunity to 200 adults and children with all kinds of challenges to face, offering them physical therapy as well as an element of freedom, pleasure and confidence and a sense of real achievement. Entirely self-supporting, the cranleigh rDa raises vital funds annually through its Good Friday Sponsored ride to help meet its costs. These are especially important to the group this year after the major expense incurred in building their new facility, which has “somewhat hammered their funds!” Please do join in on Good Friday 30th march 2018 to help this excellent cause. The ride on Good Friday, 30th march, goes through wonderful countryside, some of which is offered especially for the day. There are two routes to choose from, an 11 mile and a 3 mile one for accompanied riders.

This year the Parade will commemorate the end of WW1 and the organisers are particularly asking for exhibits from that era. The Parade will be honoured with a visit from racing commentator, television presenter and fomer jockey Brough Scott MBE, whose own grandfather was the noted Great War soldier “Galloper Jack” Seely. Brough Scott wrote a biography of his grandfather’s legendary WW1 horsemanship and this played a role in influencing the powerful book, film and musical “War Horse”. Brough Scott has recently published “Churchill at the Gallop” and will be happy to sign copies. He will also be involved with the Presentations at the Parade together with The Master of the Worshipful Company of Glovers, Mr Alvan SethSmith. This annual Easter event is excellent value for a family costing just £8 per adult, with no charge for children and parking. The event will also feature stationary engines, trade stands, refreshments and horse drawn wagon rides. www.lhhp.co.uk

For all details go to www.cranleighrdagroup.co.uk

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All the Queen’s Horses are giving two Golden Tickets to readers of Localrider Magazine to take part in the London New Year’s Day Parade 2019. One ridden and one in hand.

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For your chance to win, please email info@localrider.co.uk with LNYDP 2019 in the subject heading. Include some pictures of your horse or pony to show how he looks and goes either in-hand or ridden, and include some information about you and your horse and why you would like to take part. You may be contacted for further information in the future.

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Please only enter if you know your horse will be happy in the electric atmosphere of the Parade. The winner will be responsible for all costs incurred in making a costume, travelling to London and any other costs incurred.

Email: info@localrider.co.uk including your full name, address, telephone number and age if under 18. Together with the information detailed above. The competition closes 31st March 2018. The judge’s decision will be final. march 2018 Localrider 5

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NEWS

South Downs Showing Series Foxy Horseboxes

rom their yard near hickstead, andrew and hannah Gould have developed two equestrian transport businesses, Foxy Twin, which specialises in the sale of 3.5 tonne horseboxes and Foxy hire and Transport. Foxy Twin has been one of the top sellers of 3.5 tonne horseboxes for the last 13 years. run by international dressage rider andrew Gould and his wife hannah, the pair are continually evolving the box to meet the needs of horses, alongside practicality, safety and comfort. The range includes the Foxy Twin Premier, which is seen as an entry level horsebox, the Foxy Stallion Premier, which has a unique full height partition and no breast bar, and the Foxy Weekender Premier, which has accommodation for two and is ideal for those who need to stay away for a couple of nights. Foxy hire and Transport is seen as a natural addition to Foxy Twin. They have made the hiring of a 3.5 tonne horsebox for a day, a week or longer, simple and straightforward, and all the information and prices can be found on their website. For those who prefer someone else to drive, Foxy Transport, does just that. Whether it is collecting a new horse, a trip to the vets or even a Pony club rally. all the drivers are knowledgeable and experienced with horses. arrive in style this summer, with a Foxy Twin horsebox. www.foxytwinhorseboxes.co.uk, www.foxyhorseboxhire.co.uk

New for this year is the South Downs Showing Series, with its final being held at the Denmead Autumn Show on Sunday 9th September. The aim is to have a showing series, which is in easy reach for the qualified riders, with all the frills and celebrations of a championship show. Combinations will be able to qualify for the four championship classes: In-Hand Pony, In-Hand Horse, Ridden Pony and Ridden Horse. The winners of each championship will go forward to the Supreme Championship. Whilst sponsors are still being sought, it is planned that there will be plenty of ribbons, rosettes and prizes. For more information visit www.denmeadhorseshows.co.uk

An evening with Frankie Dettori New Theatre royal in Portsmouth is set to welcome one of the greatest and most charismatic jockeys of all time this march. Famed for his flying dismount and for winning over 3,000 races, Frankie Dettori is hosting an evening of humour, anecdotes and chat in his own inimitable style at the historic theatre on Sunday 11th march. Lanfranco “Frankie” Dettori, mBE has been a champion Jockey on three occasions with his most celebrated achievement, riding all seven winners on British champions’ Day at ascot in 1996, then was named ‘World’s Best Jockey’ in 2015 in hong Kong. This special evening includes a question and answer session with Frankie and features special guest Peter Burrell. For more information visit www.newtheatreroyal.com or call the box office on 023 9264 9000.

The Vitality Bracelet from Pegasus Jewellery

Antique Equestrian Auction Italian auction house Czerny’s has brought together a fabulous collection of antique books, saddles, bridles, stirrups, bits, spurs from all over the world and ranging in date from the 16th to the 20th Century. The lots include an important European private collection and the whole Musée du Cheval et de l’eperonnerie d’Art of Beaucaire, from the South of France. More than 1500 pieces in total will be sold on Friday 23rd March. We have featured above, just a selection of some of our favourite items. For more information about online bidding, visit www.czernys.com

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The Vitality Bracelet from Pegasus Jewellery was created to cleverly combine the benefits of the magnet Neodymium and the chemical element Germanium with a stylish and easy to wear silicone and titanium bracelet. It can increase energy and alertness, aid better quality sleep and renew strength and balance. Magnets are used to improve circulation and help increase blood flow to different areas of the body, speeding up the removal of toxins and Neodymium is one of the most powerful magnets used for therapeutic applications, offering some of the deepest penetration and superior results compared to other magnets. A build-up of positive ions in the body has been pinpointed as a reason for people feeling tired and lethargic, as well as inhibiting muscle function and athletic performance. The Germanium emits negative ions to provide a balance of positive and negative ions in the body, relieving stress, reducing tiredness and promoting healthy muscle function. www.pegasusjewellery.net LR Comment:

I felt a significant difference in both my energy and levels of concentration after wearing the Vitality Bracelet for only a short while. I have worn the bracelet almost constantly since it arrived, only taking off when feeling a natural desire to do so. The bracelets are available in a range of fun colours. I would recommend trying if you feel like you would like to give your Vitality a boost.

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We have put together a guide to the best places to go cross-country schooling on pages 18-19. Whether you are a seasoned eventer or just looking for a fun day out, we hope you will be inspired to try somewhere new this year. Many of the courses have been busy make changes to their courses and building new fences over the winter, here we share some of their news. New course in Surrey A new cross-country course designed by Eric winter and built by Dominic Moore of Jump 1, will be opening in March at Bramley in Surrey. Set in the beautiful Wintershall Estate, Slades Farm will have a variety of fences ranging in height from 50 to 100cm. Built on free draining sandy old pasture, the course includes a natural water jump, step complex, plus banks and slopes. Slades Farm is situated near Guildford, with easy access from the A281. There is plenty of parking, along with a club house, where you can meet before and after your training session. Coffee and tea will be available. www.sladesfarm.co.uk

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Exciting changes at Comphurst Comphurst Cross Country near Hailsham, East Sussex, is heading into its third year, with many new and exciting developments. The extensive range of jumps is perfect for introducing young horses, with training ditches and fences from 40cm, as well as schooling horses and riders over all the BE specification heights and widths at 80, 90, 100 and Novice, with some 105 and Intermediate fences also. Pony Clubs and Riding Clubs are welcome to run clinics and training days at special rates, and top trainers are booked for the season, starting with FBHS, former 4* rider and trainer to the Irish Olympic team Nick Turner on 2nd and 12th April. There are many new cross country jumps at all heights, and some new technical additions to the Novice course. Comphurst has also added to its extensive range of Badminton Grassroots jumps. So, a visit is recommended to anyone qualified for the Mitsubishi Cup. In addition, a whole new field had been sown and will be ready in August with a grass show jumping arena and full set of FEI show jumps, as well as more cross country jumps and dressage arenas. Comphurst is rapidly developing into an allround eventing training facility and is well worth a visit.

Jumps to suit all abilities New for 2018: New cross country jumps at all levels Coming Summer 2018: Full set of FEI show jumps on grass

New Show Jump Arena at East Bysshe East Bysshe Cross Country, situated in Blindley Heath in Surrey have a new 55m x 60m sand and fibre arena for 2018. The arena has an array of show jumps and cross-country fences, and is available for hire seven days a week. The arena does need to be booked in advance, but can be booked by individuals, small groups and larger group booking for clinics, shows and training.

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Special rates for trainers, Pony Club and Riding Club clinics. Discount scheme for riders. Many top trainers booked - details on website. Easy access straight off A271 . 07541 032 398

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Approx 60 jumps, 3 courses of 1’6”-2’, 2’6”-2.9” and 3’-3’6”. Water, ditches, combinations etc. Open for schooling Thursdays and Saturdays from approx April to October.

See website www.bull-farm.co.uk for details or contact Dominic on 07836 777613 or Vicky Stephenson on 07871 937349, dcjt1@yahoo.co.uk

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Excellent variety of obstacles on undulating parkland. Open for schooling all year. To book contact xccourse@nursteadcourt.co.uk or phone 07543 131724. Online: www.nursteadcourt.co.uk ‘I think I can deﬁnitely describe our visit to your cross country course as beyond our expectations. The variety of fences was excellent and we couldn’t believe how good the ground was, given the recent weather.’ Quote from a recent visitor.

ollowing the successful expansion of Bonfleur into designing, building and selling Cross Country Fences and Show Jumps, they have now launched a new limited company ‘Bonfleur Equestrian’. The new company can design and build cross country jumps and show jumps, as well as everything you need for the tack room and stable, as well as land maintenance and fencing. Managing Director, Oli Pascall, commented: “We pride ourselves on our high quality and fantastic service. As ‘Bonfleur Equestrian’ we are the principal contractor to Bonfleur Cross Country Course, which is a great example of the high standard of our work. We have an exciting list of courses to build at Bonfleur Cross Country Course this year, including the Pony Club National Qualifier for Area 11 and the Riding Club National Qualifier for Area 10.” Bonfleur Equestrian can build you show jumps and cross country fences to have at home, right through to a fully designed and built course. Additional services they provide, include equestrian fencing from horse net stock fence to post and rail, as well as stable and tack room planning and build, plus land maintenance. To find out more call, Oli Pascall: 07972 027591.

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Made from a highly technical four-way stretch fabric, which offers the ultimate in freedom of movement and temperature control on the move. Lined with a beautifully soft lightweight fleece, the fabric has excellent moisture wicking properties, and a stretch mesh detail to the back and side inserts to allow for further airflow. www.paragonequestrian.co.uk

NAF Ice Cool Ice Cool is a naturally developed, cool therapy to soothe and tighten sore, tired legs and tendons following strenuous exercise. Promoting cool, hard legs, is an essential pre-requisite of any performance horse, in order that they may perform consistently. Ice Cool is a highly effective 24 hour cooling clay, containing a blend of natural clays, together with a powerful blend of herbs.

With far infrared technology, this rug is great for use before and after exercise and whilst travelling. The Welltex fabric is infused with ceramic particles that reflect a long-wave, infra-red ray back into the soft tissue, thus promoting circulation. The horse becomes more supple and ready to work sooner during warm-up, and it encourages the horse to relax post-work. www.backontrack.com

Absorbine CoolDown A new, no rinse, all-natural, herbal equine body wash made with 12 herbs and essential oils. It gently cools and refreshes whilst soothing tired muscles. CoolDown also conditions the skin and coat, ensuring cleanliness without stripping out essential oils, making it ideal for daily use. The unique formula includes rosemary oil, peppermint oil, lavender oil, aloe vera juice, arnica extract and sassafras oil. www.absorbine.co.uk

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Keeping this season With the cross-country season now underway, we have found some great new products to keep you and your horse feeling coolâ&#x20AC;Ś

NAF Cooling Wash Wash the build-up of sweat and dust right out of your horseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coat with this no rinse body wash designed to cool down, relax and refresh tired muscles after periods of strenuous exercise, great for hot summer days. www.naf-equine.eu/uk 20 Localrider MARCH 2018

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DENNE HILL

CROSS COUNTRY COURSE Womenswold, Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD.

Open for hire throughout the year. Contact Caroline Loder-Symonds Tel. 01227 831203, email: caroline@dennehillcrosscountryride.co.uk web: www.dennehillcrosscountryride.co.uk

Two acre practice area, with a line of hurdles, small combination, half rounds and Helsinki rails from 1’0” to 3’0” in height, great for novice horses or riders. Main Course set in 80 acres of undulating fields and woodland. Jumps from 1’6” to 1m 10, including water, steps and ditches. HORSE RIDING HOLIDAYS AVAILABLE Hurstwood Farm • Royal Oak Lane High Hurstwood • East Sussex • TN22 4AN Phone: 01825 732002 • Mobile: 07768 364136 Email: info@equestriantrainingcentre.co.uk Website: www.equestriantrainingcentre.co.uk

LOTS OF NEW FENCES FOR 2018!

LODGE FARM

CROSS COUNTRY COURSE MATFIELD, Nr TUNBRIDGE WELLS TN12 7ET

SPRING/SUMMER 2018 COLLECTION #AlongForTheRide

Open for schooling Wednesdays & Saturdays, March to October (incl.) Over 70 jumps 60cm – 1.15m Tel: 01892 722273 Email lodgefarmxc@btinternet.com

www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.com

Approx 60 fences, 2’3” to 3’3” Water, steps, cofﬁn, ditches, chase fences & many more. Also Grass Dressage Arena New 55 x 60 Show Jumping Arena (needs to be booked in advance)

07831 131676

www.crosscountrycoursehire.co.uk Location: A22 between Blindley Heath & New Chapel

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feature

Are you ready for the season ahead? With the competition season fast approaching, it is the time to make sure both you and your horse are fit and well and your competition clothing and horse’s tack is still in good condition and fits properly. Here we feature a few products and services, which may help your performance this season.

Equine Sports Massage Ensuring your horse’s back is in good physical shape for the workload you anticipate is an important way to start the season. If he starts to build muscle through increased work, he will hopefully be building it in the right places places. However if something does go wrong, and your Equine Sports masseuse is familiar with your horse’s back, he or she will be able to identify what is wrong more quickly. They should be able to help your horse back to his normal way of going (obviously if you have any serious concerns speak to your vet). We spoke to Equine Sport Masseur, Charlotte Abbott of Abbott Equine Therapy, she said: “With the competition season ahead, the horse’s daily exercise routine will cause tension throughout the musculoskeletal system, creating trigger points (knots). Many unwanted behaviours such as bucking, head throwing, hollowing over jumps, may occur due to the development of tension in the musculoskeletal system. Equine Sports massage improves performance of the horse by releasing trigger points which will then increase the range of motion, increasing muscle tone. Massage also helps to reduce swelling and inflammation and promotes healing by increasing the blood circulation. Each sessions includes a dynamic assessment, a sports massage session, analysis of the findings and feedback to improve performance and maintenance of the horse.” Charlotte’s main focus, is to enhance the horse’s performance and educate the rider/ owner on how the musculoskeletal system works. Charlotte set up Abbott Equine Therapy after she graduated from Greenwich University (Hadlow College) with a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Equine Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation. Charlotte then studied and gained an additional qualification in Equine Sports Massage Therapy. Charlotte Abbott is a qualified, certified and insured Equine Sports Massage Therapist, and since graduating she has been treating many different types of horses, from competition horses to horses which are recovering from an injury. Charlotte covers the whole of Kent and Sussex areas. For more information call, 07779 568462 or email: charlotte.abbo@btinternet.com

Working on fitness and form As the days lengthen and thoughts turn to outdoor shows and events we need to step up the training to ensure our horses are prepared both physically and mentally to give their very best. Whatever the discipline, your horse will benefit from regular sessions in the equine gym, lungeing with EquiAmi. The EquiAmi is very effective in getting a horse working through his back, improving balance and paces and lightness, whilst developing topline, core strength and engagement. Considerable amounts of time can be saved, as a twenty minute gymnastic session on the lunge can be the equivalent of forty minutes under saddle. The EquiAmi comes into its own on busy yards and with those people who fit their horses in around full-time employment. It is recommended to start in the early days of fitness work, with some long and low stretching including poles, gradually building towards raised pole work, with lots of transitions and spiralling, making use of the long side where possible. Starting and finishing with a few minutes long and low to warm-up and cool-down are essential, but the middle ten minutes can be as gymnastic and varied as your horse is ready for. Working over poles, working around poles or practicing halts squarely between two poles are all interchangeable and fun. Careful preparation and attention to detail will get the best from your horse and make competitions more enjoyable and rewarding. For more information visit www.equiami.com

Tried & Tested: Back on Track Dressage Girth The new Back on Track Dressage Girth with far infrared technology is shaped for comfort. It is made from soft padded neoprene lined with Back on Track’s unique Welltex fabric which is infused with ceramic particles to reflect a naturally occurring far infrared ray back into the soft tissue. The far infrared ray supports blood circulation to the important muscle groups under the girth, which can help relieve muscle tension and promote wellbeing. Available in black with elasticated or nonelasticated ends. Sizes 45cm to 70cm. www.backontrack.com LR Comment: Event rider and trainer, Bryony Whittington has been testing the Back on Track Dressage Girth. She said: “Having used the back on track girth over the last few months on one of my horses that is sensitive in the girth area, I have seen an improvement in him. He is much more relaxed and comfortable, thus giving me consistent, relaxed work in his dressage. I highly recommend this girth.”

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Win a lesson with Isabelle George

Pic by Majestic Photography

alented young show jumper, Isabelle George is offering one reader the chance to win a lesson at her new competition yard, IG Equine, based in cowden, Kent, plus an IG Equine saddle cloth. Isabelle has competed all over Europe up to 2* 145cm level. In 2017 she was given the opportunity to compete for GB as an individual and is currently aiming for young riders. Isabelle has trained with a number of top international show jumpers and was previously based in Belgium with her then trainer. She loves training and learning from the world’s best riders and enjoys sharing this knowledge with the riders she now coaches. Isabelle’s new yard in cowden has a newly refurbished 30 x 60m school, from where she offers individual and group training for all levels. Whether this is improving the rider’s skills or dealing with a specific problem. Isabelle is offering one reader a one hour jumping lesson. The lesson is to be taken by 30th June 2018 at a mutually agreeable date and time and no cash alternative is available. The winner is responsible for their own transport costs to IG Equine.

To enter, email a picture or pictures of you riding and jumping your horse, with some details about you and your horse and why you would like to win the lesson. Include your full name and address and contact telephone number. Send your email to: info@localrider.co.uk including Isabelle George Competition in the subject line. Alternatively post your entry to the Localrider office, using the address at the front of the magazine. Entries close Tuesday 3rd April 2018.

WIN!

EVENTING SERIES 2018 THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND (1) HORSE TRIALS

Come along and see the thrills and spills of eventing.

Saturday 7th - 8th Sunday April 2018

Support the top riders heading off to Badmington the following month.

The South of England Showground Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL

ERIDGE HORSE TRIALS & COUNTRY MARKET

Watch the elegance of dressage, the pressures of show jumping and the bravery of the cross country phase.

(Including ‘Dogs in the Park’ on Sunday) Saturday 14th - Sunday 15th July 2018

Eridge Park, Eridge Green, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3 9JT

THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND (2) INTERNATIONAL CIC* & CIC** HORSE TRIALS

A great day out in the countryside for all the family.

Saturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd September 2018 The South of England Showground, Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL

www.seesltd.com

With local to international riders competing at different levels throughout the weekends.

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HOLIDAYS Have you dreamed of spending hours in the saddle exploring open countryside with friends and family, on horse back? There are a number of Bed & Breakfasts and holiday cottages within a few hours travel from most locations in the South East, which provide an interesting combination of opportunities for both riders and non-riders, allowing non-horsey friends and family to join in the fun too. Why not spend the morning exploring new routes on horseback before joining the rest of your family for a lazy lunch at a local pub, followed by an afternoon visiting the local tourist attractions.

Treat yourself to a Riding holida y!

Stay in the Cotswolds

Spoil yourself in the stunning North Cotswolds at Shenberrow Farm. Located on the site of an Iron Age Fort, the Farm is an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Cotswold escarpment. There are stunning views overlooking the Vale of Evesham, and Sheberrow Farm offers five-star the Malvern Hills to the accommodation in the North Cotswolds Welsh mountains beyond. Shenberrow Farm is in a Natural England Higher Level Stewardship scheme to help conserve the beautiful wildflowers and fauna. Proprietor, Tina Carroll said: “We can offer you and your horses, miles of quiet bridleways to ride along, right from the cottage gate. There are breath-taking views, five top quality stables right next to the five-star cottage and turnout paddocks. Plus, after riding enjoy one of the lovely places to eat or some pamper spa time. We would love to welcome you and your horses to become one of our regular visitors and totally relax in this special place.” The cottage has two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with two singles, plus a sofa bed for occasional use and the price per horse includes bedding and hay.

Bring your horse on holiday to Shenberrow Farm! Come and spoil yourself in the stunning North Cotswolds at Shenberrow Farm. We can offer you and your horses miles of quiet bridleways, breathtaking views, five top quality stables right next to the five star cottage and turnout paddocks.

South Downs National Park

The Paddocks Bed & Breakfast in Jevington, East Sussex is just 25 yards away from the South Down’s Way. Set in the heart of the South Downs National Park, the route covers 100 miles from Eastbourne to Winchester. The welcoming B&B caters for walkers, cyclists, dogs and horse riders. Proprietors Sheila and Malcolm provide a hearty breakfast, packed lunch by request and tried and tested mapped routes to help you make the most of your stay. With plenty of wonderful pubs both within riding and walking distance you can make your stay as relaxed or as adventurous as you choose. Beautiful hacking in the South Downs National Park

Need a Holiday?

THE PADDOCKS STABLES B&B

Short breaks £130 a night for cottage, £12 a night each for horse including bedding/hay.

Shenberrow Farm, Snowshill, Broadway, Worcestershire WR12 7JZ

Contact Tina Carroll – tinacarroll@shenberrow.co.uk www.shenberrow.co.uk Tel 01386 858359

“Retreat to The Paddocks B&B, Jevington. Located in the South Downs National Park, The Paddocks provides a relaxing stay for both horse and rider”.

JEVINGTON, EAST SUSSEX

www.thepaddockstables.co.uk 01323 482499

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Riding in the Surrey Hills

There are wonderful tracks for both riding and driving through the New Forest

The New Forest has lots to offer

Granary Mead Cottage is located in the heart of the New Forest National Park and provides Self Catering accommodation for up to five people. Fabulous riding, carriage driving, walking and cycling is on the doorstep with instant access to the numerous forest tracks. The grassy pathways and open heathland are ideal for a good canter or gallop; while the gravel tracks provide exceptional safe routes for carriage drivers, walkers and cyclists. The detached cottage offers excellent facilities and is set in peaceful unspoiled forest parkland. The accommodation is all on the ground floor and includes lounge/diner with sofa bed, colour TV and DVD. Two comfortable bedrooms, one double and one with twin beds. The master bedroom overlooks the paddocks and small garden – this is ideal for BBQs and sunbathing, well equipped kitchen, good size shower room and an entrance hall with ample storage for tack and two saddle racks. The small friendly yard contains the owners two horses and five large airy visitors stables which are situated 20 yards from the cottage. There are several turnout paddocks of varying sizes and ample parking for cars, horseboxes and trailers, as well as undercover storage for carriages and bikes. Many of the local pubs are within easy hacking distance of the cottage and offer either corrals or hitching rails where horses can be safely accommodated while their owners enjoy a glass of wine or lunch. Burley village is three miles away and has excellent pubs and cafes and a well-equipped village shop. Well behaved dogs are welcome at Granary Mead Cottage.

If you don’t own your own horse, it doesn’t matter, you can still enjoy the beauty of riding in the Surrey Hills at Slades Farm. Opening on 14th March, Slades Farm is a luxury equestrian centre based on the beautiful Wintershall Estate in the Surrey Hills, which will be offering unique equestrian experiences for everyone from the keen riders to the complete novice. For the first time, riders will get to experience 100 miles of trekking through the stunning Wintershall Estate, set in the Surrey Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Based in the heart of the Estate, Slades Farm boasts some of the most glorious countryside in Surrey, with wonderful hills, expansive views, lakes and rivers, open fields, woodland and wildlife. Treks range from ‘Early Bird, ‘Daytime’, ‘Sunset’ and will also be run as full weekend ‘Horse Safaris’ to include luxury, rustic accommodation, and alfresco meals. Each trek will be especially tailored to suit the requirements of the individual or group of riders, based upon their experience and interests, and everyone will be matched to a fully trained horse by the experienced Slades Farm trekking team. Three beautifully converted barns offer country-chic accommodation, offering the ultimate rural retreat. Plus, the newly built cross-country course has been designed by Badminton course architect, Eric Winter.

Hallagenna Riding and Cottage Holidays

Hallagenna Riding lies in the heart of beautiful Bodmin Moor, one of the last great wildernesses in the country and home to miles and miles of fantastic moorland riding. Rocky tors, wooded valleys, ancient stone circles and breathtaking views all make for an unforgettable riding holiday. Hallagenna can offer guests the chance to perhaps try riding for the first time over a weekend or on a mid-week break, with a rider assessment followed by a two hour ride on two days. For more experienced riders comfortable cantering and galloping in open spaces they can offer trail rides, taking in some of the more hidden corners of Bodmin Moor. Riders will stay in one of Hallagenna’s spacious converted stable cottages, with fully equipped kitchen, with en suites to all bedrooms, and wood flooring throughout. Non-riders are also welcome. Turn to page 29 for you chance to win a holiday at Hallagenaa.

GRANARY MEAD COTTAGE • Burley, Ringwood, Hants BH24 4HS

S E L F CAT E R I N G AC C O M M O DAT I O N Stunning location in the heart of the New Forest Granary Mead Cottage offers guests selfcontained detached accommodation for up to 5 people. Five large airy stables and several turnout paddocks.Fabulous riding, carriage driving, cycling and walking with almost instant access to the forest with little or no roadwork. Well behaved dogs welcome.

Further details see www:granarymeadcottage.co.uk Email: enquiries@granarymeadcottage.co.uk Tel: 01425 402473

Send us a postcard!

We hope you have been inspired to get out and about with your horse this sum mer and enjoy some of the wonderful British countryside, and if you do, remember to send us a postcard!

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COMPETITION

WIN! A Mini Break with Hallagenna Riding and Cottage Holidays

allagenna Riding lies in the heart of beautiful Bodmin Moor, one of the last great wildernesses in the country and home to miles and miles of fantastic moorland riding. Rocky tors, wooded valleys, ancient stone circles and breathtaking views all make for an unforgettable riding holiday. Hallagenna can offer guests the chance to perhaps try riding for the first time over a weekend or on a mid-week break, with a rider assessment followed by a two hour ride on two days. For more experienced riders comfortable cantering and galloping in open spaces they can offer trail rides, taking in some of the more hidden corners of Bodmin Moor. Riders will stay in one of Hallagenna’s spacious converted stable cottages, with fully equipped kitchen, with en suites to all bedrooms, and wood flooring throughout. Non-riders are also welcome. The 3 day/2 night package includes accommodation, breakfast on two mornings, a rider assessment, and a two hour ride on two days. Guests then have the option to self-cater for their evening meals or visit one of the nearby excellent local pubs (transfers can be arranged). Transfers from Bodmin Parkway Train station and Newquay Airport can be arranged at an additional cost (payable direct to taxi driver – approx. £35 return). One reader will WIN a 3day/2night break, as detailed above. The prize is offered subject to availability, outside school holidays and will be valid for 12 months after publication. Full terms and conditions of riding holidays can be found on the Hallagenna website. The winner will be responsible for their own expenses and travel costs to Hallagenna. To enter simply complete the entry form on page 51. For further information please visit the website www.hallagenna.co.uk or telephone 01208 851500.

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OUTSTANDING VALUE You will nd that along with outstanding comfort, Magic Cushion Hoof Packing also offers great value. Since the average hoof application is only three ounces, you can pack about 20 hooves with a 1.8kg tub. Magic Cushion® Xtreme uses a higher concentration of ingredients to provide even faster, stronger relief. *Thermal imaging study conducted September 2012.

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FEATURE

The Season Beckons for Bullimore Eventing

Sarah sits down with Kristy from Westgate Labs to plan the yard parasite control for the year ahead

Sarah goes Cross Country at Luhmulen CCI4* with Lilly Corinne

Words by Claire Shand SQP of Westgate Labs

Sarah Bullimore talks plans and parasite control for her 2018 string

itting seventh in the World Eventing rankings with a string of top horses in training for the 2018 season and a talented group of youngsters on the rise, Sarah Bullimore is a rider for the watch list. She finished last season on a career best, including a second at Pau CCI4* with the talented Reve Du Rouet, and is hungry for more success.

Attention to detail

Visiting the yard on a wintry February day, the yard is gleaming from a recent spring clean, a hub of quiet activity; there is clipping in progress; contented heads look out over half doors; a couple of fresh horses stride out on the walker and Sarah leaps off from working another. “For me it’s about being as thorough as possible with our preparation, I’m a bit of a control freak when it comes to the horses, it’s got to be right!” she jokes as we stop to admire Corouet, homebred son of four-star mare Lilly Corinne and sixth in the Young Event Horse World Championships 2017. Beyond the yard Betty and Evie, both heavily in foal, doze in their paddocks and a handful of cheeky youngsters, further embryo transfer offspring from Lilly, look on with interest. In her customary way Sarah leaves nothing to chance. As well as the riding and training, the majority of which she does herself, there are exacting standards for health and welfare. The horses are carefully monitored by World Class Performance Programme vets, for which squad sessions begin in earnest in the next few weeks.

Worm control

Each horse’s nutritional needs are carefully provided for by Emerald Green Feeds, Science Supplements and R-Oil, and parasite control is another area where Sarah takes no chances by working closely with postal worm count specialists Westgate Labs. “We never had worms until we had youngsters,” Sarah exclaimed. “It’s scary how susceptible they are to them and what a worm burden can do, to prevent them reaching their full potential. All the blood-lines in the world mean nothing if you don’t give them the right start.” Every horse on the yard begins the year with a winter dose for the possibility of encysted redworm. After that the competition horses including Lilly Corinne, Reve Du Rouet and Valentino V pick up a regular schedule of testing, three monthly worm counts to monitor redworm and roundworm and an EquiSal saliva test every six months for tapeworm, only getting a chemical wormer if the tests indicate treatment is necessary. The youngstock under four are also on a regular testing programme, but on previous form are monitored more closely than the adult horses. They also need resistance tests early in the year following a December treatment for tapeworm to ensure the wormer has been effective. Evie, a new addition to the yard, was tested and treated on arrival to make sure she wasn’t bringing any unwanted parasites with her to infect the herd. She and Betty, both in foal, will have a moxidectin wormer a month before their due date to prevent them passing Strongyloides Westeri to their foals in the milk. After foaling they’ll join the regular testing programme.

Looking after the foals

Unlike the older horses, once the foals are on the ground they will be wormed proactively from four-weeks-old to protect their undeveloped immune systems from the threat of parasites, particularly roundworm. Having identified fenbendazole resistance on the land a pyrantel wormer every six weeks is advised until they’re six-months-old when a worm egg count and EquiSal test can be carried out. “There are so many important insights that I would never have known about without targeted parasite control – it’s a no brainer for me and I really value the backup and advice from Westgate that comes as part of the service,” says Sarah, admitting to taking most of the samples herself, ‘to know it’s been done right’, before either she or husband Brett zips them to the post box down the road. “It’s brilliant, the hardest bit is getting them to perform!” The air is one of meticulous preparation, not to mention anticipation. With horses aimed at Badminton, Luhmulen and Bramham in the early part of the season this tight knit team has plenty to play for. As well as offering coaching to riders of all levels Bullimore Eventing also have a limited number of ownership shares available. For more information visit bullimore-eventing.co.uk

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feature Amelia Wilbourn BHS II pictured on one of her mechanical horses

ver the years I have heard a lot about mechanical horses and indeed have ridden a few myself, but never before have I learnt so much about my body, its affect on the horse and riding in general, in such a short space of time. Amelia Wilbourn BHSII has been teaching riding for nearly thirty years, both as a freelance instructor and at Hadlow and Plumpton College. However, she credits her time at Waterstock House Training Centre, learning from the great Lars Sederholm, for the training methods she still uses today. Lars instilled in all his pupils, which included riders such as William Fox-Pitt, David O’Connor and Mary King, the importance of balance between horse and rider, and in particular, the responsibility of the rider to provide a clear physical framework to allow the horse freedom of movement and the ability to perform to their maximum potential.

Confidence Issues

Training the Mechanical Way Nestled in the stunning East Sussex countryside, just outside Hartfield, stand two shiny black horses, except these aren’t ordinary horses, they are mechanical ones, owned by BHS Intermediate Instructor Amelia Wilbourn. Fiona Rafferty went along to discover more about Amelia and her mechanical horses…

A lot of the riders Amelia works with on the mechanical horse are suffering confidence issues, whether they are a beginner rider, struggling to enjoy their riding, or an experienced rider who is having difficulties at competitions or moving up a level. Amelia explained how often this comes back to balance problems. If the body is not in balance, the brain will send a warning out and automatically the rider will feel less confident. Away from the horse, the focus is completely on the rider, and with different exercises, some involving balls, and mirrors, which are all round the room, Amelia can help the riders to realise what needs correcting, and unlike with a real horse, she can stand by your side, refocusing the mind with every stride if necessary. Amelia has taught and helped a diverse range of riders from her base at Bassetts Manor in Hartfield. There are two horses, one for trot and the other for canter work, and it is possible to have a private lesson or to share a lesson, swapping horses during the session. The gift vouchers available on Amelia’s website make perfect gifts for friends and family and one rider is coming to ride the mechanical horse for his 80th birthday. Along with the many riders from the different disciplines of dressage, show jumping and eventing, Amelia has helped beginner riders as well as lots of mums, who have found they need a bit of help after a few years out of the saddle.

Improve Fitness The mechanical horse is a great way to improve fitness and one client has been visiting while her own horse has been on box rest. Others have returned from box rest themselves, with new knees and hips. The mechanical horse offers the perfect way to assess that everything is working as you expected and your body is still in balance. All without the added anxiety of riding a real horse. The great thing about working with Amelia is, that she can quickly help you. For example, I was arching my back. I wasn’t aware of this, as I thought I was sitting up straight, but by relaxing through my core slightly I was able to straighten my back and, also improve my sitting trot. Working with the mirrors and Amelia standing beside me, I was able to see what the problem was, try and correct it and be immediately aware (because Amelia told me), when it happened again, by the end of the lesson I was able to maintain neutral spine without hollowing, by keeping check myself. One lovely story Amelia shared, was of a seven-year-old client who suffers with cerebral palsy. Following the work she did to help his balance and confidence, he is now able to canter his own pony and competed on his pony in the first ridden class at Hickstead.

Pony Clubs and Riding Clubs

Standing on a pair of scales shows how evenly a person distributes their weight.

Without much effort the weight can be unevenly distributed, think of the affect this has on your horse.

The mechanical horses have also been popular with Pony Clubs and Riding Clubs, who have booked Amelia for the day. She recently had a group of side saddle riders, which looked great fun from the pictures I have seen. Normally riders come in pairs for an hourly lesson, swapping between the horses during their lesson. There are two horses, one has three speeds of trot, allowing riders to practice sitting and rising, while the other canters and gallops, with five different speeds, perfect for developing one’s light seat and jumping position. Try standing in your stirrups at gallop and you will definitely know if there is work to be done, and if there is Amelia has tricks to help and exercises you can work on at home.

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Focusing on the Positives On first meeting Amelia I immediately felt at ease about the lesson ahead. Her relaxed friendly manner remained throughout, and I never felt like the things I was doing wrong were faults, Amelia just helped me to focus on trying to correct them, and there was a surprising amount of praise too. I felt encouraged that I could go out and compete again. The session started with some brief details about me, what I had done riding wise, any problems I was experiencing, goals I was aiming for, along with details of broken bones (thankfully none) and other injuries or operations. The next step was for both Amelia and me to find out about my body, without the emotions and distractions of the horse. Standing in front of the mirror, it was clear to see that I dropped one shoulder slightly. But that was the least of my worries when it came to the next exercise, standing on one foot, before trying to balance on the other (I think that one was even worse). I used to be so good at balancing, previously even doing a balance class at the gym. The good thing was the muscle memory wasn’t completely gone and by focusing and waving my arms, I eventually found some improvement in my balance.

Standing on the scales Next came my favourite part, standing on a pair of scales. Please be assured this has nothing to do with finding out your weight, but purely to do with the distribution of that weight. In theory if you weigh 10 stone, the weight should be equally distributed, so that there is five stone showing on each set of scales. What if I told you with very little additional pressure I could split the weight to nine stone from one leg on the scales, leaving just one stone on the other. Imagine what this must feel like to your horse as he tries to balance and perform to his best ability and that is before you even try to leave the ground. If you can put two sets of scales together, I would definitely recommend trying this at home. I think you will be shocked how the weight changes so easily.

The Perfect Horse At last, it was time to mount the mechanical horse. I chose to use Amelia’s saddles, but she does recommend that you take your own, just so it gives you a similar feeling to what you are used to on your own horse. I started in canter and it was heavenly, I wish every horse I rode had such a beautiful rhythmical canter, the trot was divine too. The mechanical horse soon showed up the stiffness I had through my knees and ankles, in fact my ankles felt like they were set in concrete, but with the help of some rubber balls, Amelia has a box full, all of different sizes, I was soon feeling much looser and able to absorb any pressure felt by my legs and feet. This was achieved by placing small bouncy balls under the balls of my feet and larger balls behind my knees. Everyone will be different, and not everyone will need the help of bouncy balls, but whatever area of your riding you need help with, I am certain Amelia will have a trick or exercise to help.

Going to pieces Once I was comfortable in canter it was time to shorten my stirrups, increase the speed and go into my jump seat. It is a long time since I have ridden out of my saddle at speed and I was shocked how at first, I couldn’t maintain the position. Amelia gave lots of advice, but my brain seem to be overloaded and I found it impossible to concentrate on what I was supposed to be doing, listen to Amelia, and make more changes, but then suddenly it all clicked into place. For me it is interesting to analyse such scenarios away from a real horse. I learned that sometimes my brain can’t process all the information coming at one time, but also had I been riding my own horse, if I had suddenly collapsed over the neck she would have probably slowed down considerably, if not stopped. I would have then had to establish the canter again, before standing up and maintaining my balance again. With the mechanical horse, if something goes wrong, you can try again straight away, as unless you pull on the reins it will maintain the smooth canter. Plus, Amelia allows and encourages short rests if you feel it is necessary before trying something again.

Using a small ball under the ball of your foot can help to relax the foot and ankle.

Benefits of a mechanical horse session include:

Amelia has a box of different balls for different occasions

• D eveloping riding skills while maintaining rider safety • D eveloping rider confidence • D eveloping rider balance and co-ordination

Using Franklin Balls which help riders to develop stability in their seat

• D eveloping an independent seat and core stability • D eveloping rider position, framework and symmetry

Go and find out Whatever level of rider you are, whether you are a happy hacker or an experienced competition rider, I would highly recommend a lesson with Amelia and her mechanical horses. She is a passionate enthusiastic teacher, who quietly helps you to iron out any issues, which most likely have arisen from your balance and the weight distribution in your body. For anyone suffering with nerves or confidence issues, Amelia is also a Cognitive Hypnotherapist, NLP Practitioner and Quest Learning Coach. Depending on where you are based Amelia is also happy to come and teach you on your own horse, putting in to practise what you have both learnt from the mechanical one. Or even bring your instructor along. One of Amelia’s clients is a riding instructor and she brings six of her students at a time. Spending time learning, watching and videoing them, so that she is able to work the trouble spots Amelia has identified, when they are back riding their own horses. In conclusion Amelia said: “Once the basics are there, they are the foundations for all the advance movements.” I for one will be returning until I’ve perfected those tempi changes and at £30 for a 30 minute session, I would recommend anyone who enjoys riding to book a session with Amelia and her mechanical horses.

Amelia Wilbourn BHSII Amelia’s qualifications include, Mary Wanless Ride With Your Mind Senior Biomechanics Coach, Diploma in Cognitive Hypnotherapy, NLP Master Practitioner and Quest Learning Coach Amelia is available to teach flatwork and jumping lessons across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Group and private tuition available on the Mechanical horses based at Bassetts Manor. For more information, call: 07940476054 Email: enquiries@ameliawilbourn.co.uk

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FEATURE 2. Protein: Protein is a key element of all body tissue, which of course includes skin, hooves and cartilage; it helps boost skin condition and elasticity. Key amino-acids include methionine and lysine. 3. Lecithin: This supplies phospholipids, major components of cell membranes within the body. It helps maintain healthy skin and coat colour. 4. Vitamins and minerals: Many of these affect coat health – for example, zinc deficiency may cause delayed hair growth, while copper helps maintain ‘bloom’ in a dark coat by aiding pigment production.

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Hair we go again Words by Stephen Biddlecombe

With spring just about ‘springing’, now’s the perfect time to take stock of your horse’s coat. Has he come out of winter with a dull or flat looking coat? Or is he show-ring ready?

Exhibitor Labs Quic Silver colourintensifying Shampoo,, from £14.80; great for white-to-medium greys, albinos, creams and palominos. It intensifies all natural light colours. Cowboy Magic Shine In Yellowout, from £11.28, neutralises yellow stains and brightens equine hair of all colours. While it takes non-permanent yellow stains out of any colour hair, it is of course ideal for greys or coloureds. Mane ‘n Tail Spray ‘n White, from £27.20, is a great, deep cleaning, colourenhancing shampoo and conditioner with optical brighteners that add incredible intensity to coats of light coloured horses.

What’s the structure of horse hair?

Each hair grows outwards from its individual follicle, as the horse is a species with simple follicles that generate single hairs at any one time. Each hair has a central shaft called the medulla, with loosely packed cells that shrink when dehydrated. A further layer, the cortex, provides the bulk of the shaft, and it is this layer that is around 85 percent keratin [Cone and Joseph, 1996]. This is the same substance that makes up hooves, and the protein fibres within it cross-link, to form the structure of the hair. The cortex also contains melanin granules, pigments that give hair its colour. The final layer in the structure is the protective outer cuticle, which has a ‘tiled’ appearance. But what’s the difference between the different types of hair on the horse’s body? The fine hair of the coat contains predominantly cuticle and cortex cells, while the coarser hair of the mane and tail contains a relatively large proportion of medulla cells. [Talukdar et al., 1972; Harkey, 1993]. In the paper ‘The diagnostic potential of equine hair’, author Mark Dunnet says that the skin and hair of a horse is not simply a barrier to fluid loss and injury. “More recently, it has become apparent that skin and hair has to be regarded as a complex organ, in which regulated molecular and cellular processes control essential physiological responses,” he stated.

Why could my horse’s coat be looking dull?

There are several factors at work, in terms of how ‘healthy’ a horse’s coat appears - for example, exposure to sun may cause the colour of the horse’s hair to fade, while glandular and metabolic problems can also affect the quality of the coat - in addition, the time of year and the amount of daylight hours available in that particular country plays a part. Diet is key, of course; here are some of the key areas of nutrition that affect equine coat and skin health: 1. Essential fatty acids (EFAs): These fats must come from the diet, as the horse cannot produce them. Omega-6 fats in particular help fight resistance to skin infections. MARCH 2018 Localrider 37

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FEATURE

Joint Injection

Q&A

with Dr. C. Baldwin,

BVetMed, MRCVS of Sussex Equine Hospital 1 What are joint injections? Joint injections can mean several different things depending on what is being injected into the joint, but in the most basic description a joint injection is when a substance is injected into a synovial cavity. 2 What are they injected with and why? There are numerous drugs and other substances that can be injected into a horse’s joint. It very much depends on the reason for the joint injection. Joints can be injected with local anesthetic during a lameness evaluation to rule in or out joint pathology. Joints can be injected with antibiotics to treat, manage or prevent infections. Joints can be injected with autologous substances (such as stem cells, IRAP and PRP) to reduce joint inflammation, restore normal joint homeostasis and synovial health or to repair intra-articular damage. The most common substance injected into joints is a steroid injection, this aims to reduce inflammation within a joint and provide pain relief. Some veterinarians will mix steroids with antibiotics and joint supplements. The most common reason for a joint to be injected with steroid is to treat and manage osteoarthritis of that joint. The majority of this article will focus on steroid medication as this is the most common “joint injection”. 3 Which joints can be injected? All joints can be injected but some are much harder to inject than others and some require either ultrasound or x-ray guidance. 4 When might they be injected? Steroids are injected into a joint to reduce inflammation and the associated pain of that inflammation. Joints can be injected regularly to keep a horse sound, or they can be injected as part of therapy after a horse has gone lame and the lameness has been investigated and isolated to that joint(s). Joints can be injected prior to a competition (but not too close to the competition date, as testing is designed to detect steroids that maybe used for performance enhancement) or at a particular time of year, for example joint injections in the autumn, before the ground becomes heavy or in the spring, prior to competition training. 5 What age of horse and what type of horse makes a suitable candidate? It is not necessarily about age, foals to veterans can have their joints injected. The most suitable candidates are those horses

to which the lameness or poor performance has been isolated to that specific joint. However, this is very horse and lesion dependent. One of the best guides for how suitable a horse is for steroid injections is how well the horse responds to a steroid injection. There is only a group of horses that are not suitable candidates and those are horses that have had or are at risk of laminitis and this does unfortunately include ponies – this is not to say ponies can’t have joint injections, it simply highlights that they are at an increased risk of adverse side-affects. 6 Are the injections one-off, or once started, do they need to be regularly injected? Steroid injections may need to be repeated regularly or never again, it is very horse and lesion specific. The aim of the therapy is to provide analgesia and reduce joint inflammation but there is also an opportunity, when the horse is pain free, to build supporting muscle and strength around that joint(s) to improve joint stability and reduce future joint inflammation. Once started doesn’t mean you have to continue. 7 What can the benefits of injecting be? The aim of injecting a joint with steroids or autologous substances such as PRP or IRAP is to reduce joint inflammation and restore synovial health. The benefits can be returning a horse to soundness and even improving the performance of the horse. On occasion a horse can be “functionally lame”, these are usually older horses that are chronically lame and will never return to soundness, but joint injections can improve these horses’ levels of comfort so they can continue to be lightly exercised or kept at pasture. Joint injections can improve a horse’s quality of life by improving level of comfort. If you are using steroids to manage osteoarthritis, there is a general rule of thumb that the greatest degree of improvement is noticed after the first injection and then as the arthritis progresses there is a diminishing return on subsequent joint injections with steroids. 8 What’s the difference between older horses and competition horses. There is no real difference between the two, the aim of any joint injection is still the same. Competition horses will have more exercise induced strain through their joints so may require more frequent joint injections and injections of different joints.

9 Are their downsides to the injections and if so, what? The down sides to joint injections are mainly associated with the risks of the procedure which fall into three categories, infection, laminitis and continued joint damage. Infection is a real risk with joint injections because a needle is being placed into a sterile environment and introducing a foreign substance. Whilst measures are taken to ensure the procedure is performed in a sterile manner there is no guarantee a joint won’t become septic as a result of this procedure. Therefore, some vets also inject a small volume of antibiotics into joints they medicate in an effort to reduce the chance of infection developing. The immune system doesn’t work well in joints and steroids decrease the immune response, these two factors combined increase the chance of sepsis, but it should be mentioned that the incidence of infection following joint medication is still low. Laminitis is a risk with any steroid injection, including joint injections, and needs to be considered seriously in all horses but especially those horses that are most at risk; PPID, EMS, obesity. Repeatedly medicating a joint allows the horse to continue to function pain free but the damage to the joint will continue and there may come a time when the steroid medications fail to make a difference to the horse. 10 If a horse is having regular injections to keep it competing and then they stop, might he still maintain a life hacking or in the field? Yes, absolutely. Some horses are sound in all aspects of work except when they do certain tasks; jump over 1m, perform advance dressage moves, gallop on a cross country course. In these types of horses’ steroid injections are used to keep the niggling poor performance issues at bay. It very much depends on why the horse is receiving that particular injection.

Conclusion

Joint injections can be an excellent way to manage lameness, improve level of comfort and improve performance in competition horses. There are risks to joint injections but these risks are low and the potential benefits can be astonishing. Some horses required repeat medication whilst others only need a one-off injection. The result you will see is always dependent on the problem you are treating. For more information visit: www.sussexequinehospital.co.uk

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The practice has the back up of the RCVS Accredited Hospital.

Standing at the Fielden Stud for 2018 Fielden Minks Legacy 146.8cms Black registered British Riding Pony, 2012 PBA, WPBR. Won many classes under saddle in his first year as a four-year-old inc South of England, Monmouthshire & Dorset county. Lovely temperament. He is by Ninfield Minks legend, who is now in Australia out of Fielden Fieldmouse. Available chilled or frozen semen and limited natural due to his ridden career. Stud fee £450.

We have moved to Ashington

Ninfield Connoisseur 13.1hh Dark Bay Stallion

Brand-new facilities. Brand-new name. The Arundel Equine Hospital has now changed to Sussex Equine Hospital. Sussex Equine Hospital (RCVS Accredited) is still one of the oldest dedicated equine practices in the UK. A team of 18 experienced equine vets provide both routine and emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year throughout Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire.

Ninfield Connoisseur comes from an illustrious family of show ponies. His dam, Ninfield Great Expectations was 138cms Pony of the Year 1991 and Supreme Champion at PUK 1998. His sire, Ninfield Millionaire, as a 3-year-old won 11 Championships at County Level and was Reserve Champion at the Royal International Horse Show as a Senior Stallion. His 2013 foal, Fielden Enchantment took Part-bred Arab Foal Champion at British National Foal Show in Birmingham. His full sister, Ninfield Love Story was 138cms Show Pony of the Year 2007. Ninfield Connoisseur himself has only been lightly shown to date, but has stood Champion at NPS Bath and NPS Summer Champs. He is a true to type, quality English Riding Pony. He has a very pony head, lovely turn of front and a well laid back shoulder, the most beautiful limbs and is an exceptional mover.

Elson Toffee Cream Dun Shetland Stallion, 2007 Sussex Equine Hospital Billingshurst Road, Ashington, West Sussex RH20 3BB

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This outstanding looking little stallion has a wonderful temperament and has plenty of character which is passed on to his progeny. Toffee is 38 inches. He has won many classes including Edenbridge and Oxted standard Shetland colts as a three-year-old. He was Supreme In Hand at the Royal London Show 2012 and took the Home Produced Championship. He is broken to ride and drive.

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BRITANNIA ROYAL

16.1hh / 2013 / Liver chestnut / British Sports Horse This elegant, talented premium graded stallion, 72% TB, has all the credentials to breed top class eventers. His dam is the extraordinary Headley Britannia (by Jumbo), winner of Badminton, Burghley and Kentucky; his sire Royaldik’s dam Herka (TB) is full sister to Heraldik, the outstanding sire of international eventers. Britannia Royal is a short-coupled uphill horse with excellent conformation, balanced, rhythmical paces and a quick athletic jump. He has a tremendously calm, trainable temperament. He made an excellent start to both his ridden and stud careers in 2017, showing exceptional fertility for chilled and frozen semen. We are very excited about his ﬁrst crop of foals due mid-April onwards.

Britannia Royal (British Sport Horse)

Royaldik (Oldenburg)

Royal Diamond (Oldenburg)

Headley Britannia (British Sport Horse)

Jumbo (Irish Draft Sport Horse)

Herka (TB)

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Stud fee: £500 NFFR (no VAT), fresh/chilled and frozen semen available (concessions to approved mares). Standing in East Sussex.

For further details Tel: 07870 358944 (Annabel),

Email: brit.royal@outlook.com Web: www.britanniaroyal.co.uk

PROMETHEUS

148cm, 2013, bay SPSS graded sports pony stallion by German sports pony Romulus, by Renoir. Percy (as he is known at home) has fantastic movement and scope with a willing, and kind temperament. He has made an awesome start to his ridden career, competing in the British Showjumping 4 year old qualiﬁer at Hickstead, and is jumping double clears Discovery and Newcomers around horse tracks. This spring we are looking forward to him starting his eventing career, with his trainable brain and exceptional bravery we know he is going to excel in the dressage and cross country as well as the showjumping.

Stud Fee £350, natural, limited frozen, standing in Sussex.

For further details or to arrange viewings: Email: kcwisey@gmail.com, Tel: 07890 438031

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careers

What does the future hold? What to do next can be a daunting prospect for anyone who loves horses. However, things have improved greatly over the last five to ten years and now there is a huge array of different courses for both school leavers and mature students, which offer a natural progression to a career working with horses or in the equestrian industry. Here, we take a look at both the traditional equestrian college, as well as apprenticeships in racing…

After completing a 14 week course at the British Racing School, they guarantee to find you a job.

Guaranteed job in racing

Do you want a career in an exciting, fast paced industry with great potential for career progression and travel? Then look no further than the British Racing School, which offers a Level 2 Diploma Apprenticeship in Racehorse Care. The Apprenticeship starts with a 14 week residential training course at the British Racing School (BRS) in Newmarket, Suffolk and on completion of the course, the school guarantees to find you a job as a Groom and Exercise Rider in a Racing Yard. After your initial training, the BRS Workplace Instructors will visit you on a regular basis and you will complete the Level 2 Diploma in Racehorse Care whilst doing the job you have trained for. Whether you have ambitions of being a Jockey, a Yard Manager, a Work Rider or even a Racehorse Trainer, this is one of the best places to start. Courses at the British Racing School are starting all year round. There is lots of information on the BRS website www.brs.org.uk and they also have a designated recruitment team, who can tell you more.

Equine Programmes at Merrist Wood College Level 2 Diploma Apprenticeship

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• Residential course followed by an 18 month work placement • Learn to ride and care for racehorses • First step to becoming a jockey • Guaranteed work! • Exciting industry with opportunities to travel

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Merrist Wood College has one of the largest equine centres in the South East. Their equine programmes range from entry courses to degree level and have a strong vocational emphasis, providing commercial awareness and practical competence for a range of equine careers. Their programmes will teach you about horsemanship, business management and the practical aspects of equine studies, whilst learning about managing and maintaining an equine establishment. The College has excellent equine training resources, including an indoor equine arena, outdoor floodlit warm-up arena and cross-country courses. It is also a British Horse Society approved centre and has stabling for up to 40 horses. Staff have extensive knowledge of the equine Have fun while industry and related gaining your industry qualifications. qualifications at Open Day Merrist Wood College Merrist Wood 14th March also offers an Access to College Equine Management programme, designed for those who wish to study equine at degree level, but do not have the necessary qualifications to do so. Their next Open Event is on Wednesday 14th March, from 5.30pm to 8pm. Visitors will be given a tour of the equine centre and will be able to find out more about the programmes on offer, as well as being able to speak with their tutors. For more information, call: 01483 88 40 40 or visit www.merristwood.ac.uk.

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Case Study – Ryan Colley Northern Racing College

yan colley, who had never ridden a horse before he attended the Northern racing college (Nrc) foundation course after leaving school in York, has landed his dream job in horseracing and will begin working as an Equine Welfare & Integrity Officer and Starter with the British horseracing authority (Bha) at the beginning of march. Up until then, ryan, 24, was working as an assistant to North Yorkshire racehorse trainer ruth carr. ryan said: “It will be a big relocation to the South East, but it will be worth it. Ever since I decided I wasn’t going to make it as a jockey – I got too heavy – it’s been my ambition to become a Starter, and I’m delighted to have got the opportunity so soon.” ryan, who completed a Level 2 Diploma in racehorse care at the Northern racing college and then a Level 3, started on the path to his next career move two years ago, when as the college’s first representative on a new international scholarship initiative he spent eight weeks in Lexington, Kentucky, studying the work of race day officials, with particular emphasis on the role of the Starter and his team. On his return ryan added a part-time Starter’s role for the arabian racing Organisation (arO) to his job with the carr stable. “That gave me a huge head start over the other applicants when I went for the job with the Bha” he said. ryan added: “I can’t speak too highly of ruth carr, who appreciated where I wanted to go, which wasn’t riding or training. She let me have time off to do the arO work, and then when I told her I was thinking of applying for the Bha job, she said, ‘You’ve got to go for it,’ and gave me a reference.” If you are interested in exploring a career in horseracing, take a look at www.careersinracing.com to get started.

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FEATURE

The dos and don’ts of tapeworm control Words by Dr Corrine Austin

Tapeworms can present a constant challenge for horses, requiring careful management to maintain horse health. Incorrect management can lead to unchecked worm burdens, development of resistance to wormers and, in worst cases, ill health and death. Dos

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• Do test for tapeworm before using tapeworm wormers. Many horse worms, in particular the small redworms, are becoming increasingly resistant to available drugs, meaning that they are able to survive the killing effects of the drug. Although resistance has yet to be reported for tapeworm, when drugs are used on a routine and uninformed basis, resistance is inevitable and it will become difficult to control tapeworms in horses. • Do use blood or saliva testing. Tapeworm infections cannot be reliably detected using standard worm egg counts (WEC) as tapeworms release their eggs within specialised packages, resulting in uneven and sporadic distribution through faeces. • Do look out for EquiSal Tapeworm saliva collection kits available from your Veterinarian or SQPs within worm egg count companies, country stores and online. Over 100 equine veterinary practices now stock and supply EquiSal Tapeworm saliva kits to their clients and many more recommend testing as part of worm control programmes. • Do save drug use for confirmed infections where there is a real threat to horse health. Research has shown that a targeted worm control programme using the EquiSal Tapeworm saliva test controlled tapeworm infections and reduced the use of tapeworm wormers at Bransby Horses. The published study reports the findings from 237 horses tested over the course of a year*. Testing with EquiSal Tapeworm and only worming horses with a diagnosed infection reduced the use of tapeworm wormers by 86% compared to 6 monthly routine worming strategies. • Do test all horses in a herd and only treat those with an infection. Some horses are more prone to infection meaning that a few horses will carry a higher level of infection. It is important to ensure the infected horses are wormed appropriately to avoid continuous paddock contamination and an ongoing tapeworm life cycle which can be difficult to eliminate. • Do use the drugs praziquantel and double dose pyrantel to worm for tapeworm if required. These are the only drugs available for treating tapeworm and their use is only necessary if your horse has a tapeworm infection.

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• Don’t routinely treat for tapeworm without proof of infection. Many horses simply don’t need treatment for tapeworm – only a quarter of horses tested with EquiSal Tapeworm to date have had tapeworm infections requiring treatment. If your horse is diagnosed as low, continue to test every 6 months and only treat if they become infected. • Don’t assume your paddock management and worm control programme are effective. Paddock management and worm control programmes go hand in hand to effectively manage tapeworm infections in horses and the only way you can find out if your management is effective is to test your horse using a blood or saliva test. If your horse is diagnosed with an infection, it may be necessary to carry out additional testing and treatment together with management changes to successfully reduce infection levels over time. This is highlighted in Jack’s story (see text box). • Don’t leave tapeworm control to chance – carry out regular testing. Tapeworms attach to the caecum and to a small region of the intestines called the ileocaecal junction. This localised attachment causes damage to the intestines and the presence of large numbers of tapeworms cause intestinal obstruction and clinical disease, resulting in colic.

Using the saliva test for tapeworm

The EquiSal Tapeworm saliva test is easy to carry out using the specially designed swab supplied in the EquiSal kit. The swab is used to collect saliva until an indicator turns pink to tell you when you have collected enough saliva to send to the lab for testing. The test provides a low, borderline or moderate/high diagnosis and worming is recommended for horses diagnosed as borderline or moderate/ high. Diagnostic accuracy has been proven through full validation of the test which has been published in the peer reviewed journal, Veterinary Clinical Pathology#. #Lightbody, K. L. et al. (2016) Vet Clin Path, 45: 335–346

Tapeworm control

It is easy to integrate EquiSal Tapeworm testing into worm control programmes – simply test every six months at a time when routine worming for tapeworm is considered.

*Lightbody, K. L. et al (2017) Equine Vet J. DOI: 10.1111/ evj.12742

Jack’s story – carry out testing and only use wormers when they are really needed Jack has been with his current owner for thirteen years and was routinely treated for tapeworm twice a year. After his initial saliva test in 2014, it was a shock to his owner when he was diagnosed with a moderate/high infection. He was wormed and saliva tested three months later, and again had a moderate/high burden. He received a second worming dose and was tested after a further three months, using both blood and saliva tests, which showed a borderline result and Jack received another worming dose. Since then, he been saliva tested and diagnosed with a low burden for the last two years. Interestingly, Jack has had a history of colic, but since his low burden diagnosis, he has been well! For more information visit www.equisal.com or contact enquiries@equisal.com.

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SUNSHINE TOUR

Sunshine Tour Championships 2018 For the last three years the Sunshine Tour has been crowning unaffiliated champions at The All England Jumping Course at Hickstead. Lots more competitors will be making the pilgrimage to the ‘hallowed turf’ of Hickstead, from 13th to 16th September, for fun, camping, laughs, nerves, triumphs, tears and maybe some Sunshine Tour glory. With 1,800 iconic rosettes to give away, 250 sashes and over 60 branded rugs and jackets for champions, there is lots to look forward to this year. Hundreds of riders have already logged into the new qualifying system at ‘How to Qualify’ on the Sunshine Tour website and have been out and about chasing qualification in their chosen disciplines of show jumping, dressage, showing and eventers challenges. Here we chat to some of those, who have already qualified.

From Field to Hickstead

Rescued as a youngster, seven-year-old Welsh Section B, Trowswell Sahira aka Hettie has helped nine-year-old Oliver Poinsignon, who has Cerebral Palsy, progress from Lead Rein classes to First Ridden. They qualified at Sands Farm, West Sussex in Mountain & Moorland First Ridden and hope to qualify for Intro Dressage too.

Pic by LRG Photography

Rescue pony helps young Para rider

The Finishing Line is in Sight Fourteen-year-old Welsh pony, Rosie has been with the Sykes family in Kent for nine years. Since taking on the ride from her elder sister, six-year-old Annabel and Rosie are making a great team and they have already had one trip to Hickstead to compete in show jumping. Her mother, Alison said: “She went to The Sunshine Tour in 2017, but lost her way on the course, so this year she is looking forward to trying again and finishing the course.”

Bought from a field, as a very green eight-year-old, Dartmoor mare Bollinger qualified at Highbrook Stables, Hampshire with her seven-yearold jockey, Naomi Oliver, in Intro Dressage. Naomi has worked hard for over a year to bring Bollinger on, and became “very well aquatinted with the floor” along the way, but the pair are now on the road to Hickstead!

Lifetime’s Dream Katie Mathews has qualified her once in a lifetime horse, 10-year old 15.2hh Welsh section D cross, Commonfields Mia, in the 85cm Show Jumping at Crofton Manor, Hampshire. Mia has been wanting to qualify for the past three years, but has not had the right horse. Now with Mia the pair are qualified, and Katie said: “I was so excited when I found out I qualified and can’t wait to complete for my first time at the Sunshine Tour.”

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From Strength to Strength

Onwards and Upwards

Best of Friends It’s been quite a long and bumpy road to Hickstead for 11-year-old Mia Dwyer from Kent and her best friend of five years, 14.2hh grey gelding, Elliott. After years of hard work, the pair have formed a strong bond and found success in show jumping. Mia said: “He’d obviously had a bit of a rough time in the past, we couldn’t load him and he found everyday tasks so hard.” Mia came tenth out of 50 starters in the 60cm Championships in 2017 and she is aiming to get in the top five this year.

11-year-old Lucy Bailey with her 11-yearold 14.1hh New Forest pony, Buttslawn Olympus, qualified at Crofton Manor, Hampshire for the 60cm Show Jumping final at Hickstead. However, Lucy has her sights set on higher things, namely the 70cm Championship. Lucy qualified last year on newly acquired Olympus in the 50cm class, so after a year together, they are moving on from Mini Tour to Small Tour. Lucy said: “Olympus loves jumping and we are looking forward to the Sunshine Tour again this year.”

Pic by Sharon T Photography

Mia De Simone and her 15.2hh, 11-year-old part bred Arab, Murraybrook Pipestrelle, loved going to the 2017 Sunshine Tour Championships and enjoyed great success in the Intro Dressage, not only winning Reserve Champion, but also the pair achieved their personal best score! Going from strength to strength, Mia has been awarded a training bursary from Brook Farm Training Centre, Essex and with regular lessons from BD coach Kim Ratcliffe, she hopes to take part in both the Prelim and Novice Championships this year.

For further details on The Sunshine Tour Championships at Hickstead, go to www.sunshinetour.co.uk

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Feeding the Performance Horse Words by Llinos Owen, Dodson & Horrell Nutritional Advisor

t is always a challenge to know how to provide the optimum level of nutrition for performance horses. Various nutritional requirements will differ for individual horses due to factors such as; the level of work, fitness level, discipline and environmental factors. However, it is common for all performance horses, independent of the level they are competing at, to be faced with a variety of challenges that may have a negative effect on health and performance if left unaddressed. It is important therefore to implement feeding strategies to support your horse and their performance to reduce these problems.

Plenty of fibre

Horses are naturally trickle feeders and their digestive system is therefore designed to have a continuous supply of fibrous material. However, competition horses tend to spend more time travelling and stabled, which means they can go for prolonged periods without eating, and typically have a higher reliance on dried forages and concentrate meals to meet their daily requirements. The stomach continuously produces gastric acid and therefore the lining needs to be protected with a steady supply of forage and saliva. If forage is restricted or there is a delay between feeding periods, saliva is not produced to buffer the stomach contents. Gastric acid therefore builds up which reduces the stomach pH, and in conjunction with fast work, acid can splash into the squamous region of the stomach, which increases the risk of gastric ulcers in performance horses. Providing a good double handful of chaff before work can help combat this issue by providing a fibrous matrix to prevent acid from splashing into the unprotected part of the stomach. As well as this, providing chaff with their concentrate feed will increase the time they spend eating, along with increasing mastication and saliva production

than with concentrate alone. Providing additional digestive support such as Mannan Oligosaccharides (MOS) and Fructo Oligosaccharides (FOS; Prebiotics), and Actisaf Yeast (Probiotic) will help maintain a healthy bacterial profile and a stable pH within the intestines which will optimise fibre digestion and conversion to VFA’s, as well as protecting against harmful bacteria.

Increased nutritional needs

As the horse’s workload increases, additional stress will be placed on tissues and the skeletal system. This means that the horse will require a greater level of nutrition from a higher specification feed; not only in terms of protein and energy requirements, but also for specific elements of the diet such as branched-chain amino acids (BCAA’s), antioxidants and vitamins and minerals. Reducing muscle cell damage and associated muscular soreness is crucial to getting horses back into work. Providing BCAA’s will support muscle glycogen replenishment after work or competition and reduce muscle cell damage. Furthermore, providing additional antioxidants such as Vitamin E and Selenium will promote healthy immune function, as well as “mopping-up” free radicals that are produced during the stresses of training and traveling and damage cell structures if not destroyed. It is normal for horses to experience stress when they are exposed to unfamiliar environments. To try and support the horse during these stressful times we can keep feeds the same as much as possible, provide plenty of forage and provide additional supplementation. For more information on performance feeds for your horse, call Dodson & Horrell Nutrition helpline (Mon-Fri) 0845 345 2627 or visit www.dodsonandhorrell.com

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Feed news

Spring...?

Depending on the type of horse or pony you own and what you do with them, their feeding requirements will vary greatly. In this issue, we look at feeding for performance, feeding the veteran and feeding the laminitic prone horse or pony. Plus we share lots of great offers and other feed news.

Feeding for Performance Dodson & Horrell Elite Sport Muesli Dodson & Horrell Elite Sport Muesli is a high performance feed suitable for horses prone to gastric ulceration. It is low in starch and sugar, ideal for horses needing a low starch and sugar feed for normal muscle function. Elite Sport Muesli is a fully balanced feed including chelated minerals for optimal absorption and activity in the body. It includes a base level of electrolytes and provides key amino acids to support muscle development. It also includes Actisaf yeast, partnered with added MOS and FOS for hindgut support and a QLC Antioxidant package, plus additional Vitamin E to support normal muscle function and recovery. Available in stores from 8th March. www.dodsonandhorrell.com

Dodson & Horrell Performance Concentrate Muesli Dodson & Horrell Performance Concentrate Muesli is a low intake muesli with additional support supplements for the performance horse. It provides a concentrated source of vitamins and minerals for horses that require a lower intake to maintain a healthy body condition. Dodson & Horrell Performance Concentrate Muesli is a fully balanced feed including chelated minerals for optimal absorption and activity in the body. It provides key amino acids to support muscle development and includes a base level of electrolytes. As well as a QLC Antioxidant package and additional Vitamin E to support normal muscle function and recovery. Plus, additional Biotin, Zinc and Methionine for hoof strength and growth. Available in stores from March 8th. www.dodsonandhorrell.com 60 Localrider march 2018

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Feeding the Veteran Allen & Pageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Veteran Light Part of Allen & Pageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hugely popular Barley & Molasses Free Range, Veteran Light has been specifically formulated for older horses and ponies that are good doers and for those prone to laminitis. It is recommended that horses and ponies prone to laminitis should not be fed a diet containing more than 10% starch and sugar combined. This is also a sensible recommendation for good doers and those prone to weight gain. High in fibre and low in both starch and sugar (less than 10% combined) Veteran Light provides all the nutritional requirements for optimum health as horses get older (when fed at recommended levels), yet it still achieves a low calorie/energy level which is ideal for those who hold weight too well. Veteran Light is highly palatable, even to fussy feeders and is perfectly suited to those at rest or in light work. www.allenandpage.co.uk

NAF In the Pink Senior For all Old Age Performers, In the Pink Senior is specially formulated to meet all the nutritional requirements of the older horse and is designed to give them all the support they need to stay active and feeling forever young. In the Pink Senior helps balance the diet and the digestive system, which enables the horse to maximise the value of his feed intake. It provides pre and probiotics for optimum support of the gut, as well as supplying all the vitamins and minerals required by the older horse for all round health. In the Pink Senior also supplies a unique combination of naturally sourced antioxidant ingredients to flush excess free radicals from the system, as well as providing nutrients to support joint health, and specially chosen herbs support a youthful spark. In the Pink Senior is recommended for all older horses and ponies, whether signs of age are obvious or not. www.naf-equine.eu/uk

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Feed news Other Feed News Mollichaff Calmer Complete Mollichaff calmer complete is a complete fibre feed formulated for nervous or fizzy horses. It contains a balanced blend of fibre pellets, oat straw, dried grass, herbs, soya oil, limestone and trace elements, and it can be used as the sole bucket feed when fed at the recommended levels as it contains a broad spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement. It includes elevated levels of magnesium along with camomile, lemon balm and mint, to help relax your horse, plus vitamins B1 and B12 which are known to help decrease anxiety by exerting a calming influence on the horse. It’s suitable for all horses and ponies, including those prone to laminitis, as it’s low in sugar and starch providing limited controlled energy from high quality, digestible fibre and oil-based ingredients. Throughout March and April there is a special promotion offering £2 off a bag of Mollichaff Calmer Complete (in participating stockists, whilst stocks last). www.horsehage.co.uk

TopSpec Additives and Supplement The TopSpec range of additives and supplement has recently been relaunched and repackaged with eye-catching new labels, new tub sizes and new additions. Throughout March there is a fantastic 25% off all six in the range. The TopSpec range includes, TopSpec electrolytes, TopSpec 10:10 Joint Support, TopSpec calmer, TopSpec digestive Aid, TopSpec Healthy Hoof and TopSpec All-in-One. www.topspec.com

Equerry Minty Treats Now in 20kg Bag equerry Minty Treats make the perfect reward for your horse or pony and have a lovely spearmint flavour. Plus, these delicious healthy treats now come in a new 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. Along with the launch of the new 20kg size Equerry is also running a special promotion throughout March. Buy four bags of any Equerry product at your local store and get one bag of Equerry Minty Treats absolutely free. The equerry horse feed range includes equerry High Fibre cubes, equerry cool Mix, equerry Horse & Pony Mix, equerry Horse & Pony cubes, equerry conditioning Mash, equerry conditioning cubes and equerry Veteran Mix. www.equerryhorsefeeds.com

Rowen Barbary Senior Support every 2kg of Senior Support provides 4g of Glucosamine HcL to support joint mobility along with 5g of Yeasacc1026 to help ensure a healthy hind gut. Biotin is added to help promote strong hooves, together with high levels of antioxidants and natural herbs spearmint and garlic, making this the feed of choice to help meet the extra nutritional needs of your veteran. www.rowenbarbary.co.uk

Baileys Top Line Conditioning Cubes Baileys Top Line conditioning cubes promote weight gain and condition, providing highly digestible calories and top quality protein, so they do exactly what their name suggests. Now boosted with additional antioxidants, from grapeseed extract, vitamins c and e and organic selenium, the run down or hard working horse will benefit from extra support for the immune system. With a probiotic yeast and digest Plus prebiotic “top line cubes” also help encourage digestive efficiency and all without the need to add a balancer or muscle supplement, when fed at recommended levels. www.baileyshorsefeeds.co.uk

Equine America Cortaflex cortaflex is a natural and effective supplement to help with your horse or pony’s day to day comfort. www.equine-america.co.uk

Equine America Bloom & Condition Bloom & condition contains premium grade vitamins and minerals, as well as, digestive aids fortified with echinacea and Turmeric. All specially formulated for optimum bloom and condition. www.equine-america.co.uk

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Feeding the Laminitic Horse or Pony Words by Dr Tom Shurlock, nutritionist at British Horse Feeds

hether the cause of laminitis is hormonal, associated with breed, age, obesity or excessive fructans intake from spring grass, the situation is made worse with incorrect nutrition. Laminitis derives from inflammation of the tissue around the coffin bone. exacerbated by vasoconstriction, poor circulation around the hoof inhibits oxidative, inflammatory and necrotic factors being flushed from the area. Overfeeding has consequences; obese animals put a physical strain on the feet and predispose the horse to eMS. It also overloads the gut. The horse can only digest a finite amount of protein and carbohydrate, excess nutrients enter the hind gut. This leads to disruption and death of the inherent microbes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the fibre fermenters. Protein and carbohydrate fermentation leads to nitrite production (vasoconstrictors), endotoxins and lactic acid (which increases the permeability of the gut cells, allowing absorption of those negative factors which cause laminitis) while the decline of fibre fermentation leads to a decrease in the integrity of the gut cells. Simply, too much protein, starch and sugar, will increase the incidence in a laminitic; the question is, how much is too much? Apart from extreme exercise (and specialist conditions like pregnancy) no more than 12% protein should be fed and a combined level of 10% starch and sugar. Any more and the horse will not absorb it. The skill is trying to achieve this, especially in terms of carbohydrates, when grass can have up to 30% fructans. early morning grazing (before the sugars at the base of the leaf start mobilising), soaking hay and haylage can reduce levels, plus buying hard feeds with low levels will complement this. However, this can lead to an energy shortfall, especially for active animals. This is where super fibres come into their own. With a higher rate of fibre fermentation than forage, and more slow release energy, fibres like Speedi-Beet or Fibre-Beet give a favourable fermentation pattern that supplies energy and improves hindgut physiology, reducing lactic acid and endotoxin generation. Low protein and carbohydrate intake supplemented with a super fibre is the way to support a laminitic. www.britishhorsefeeds.com

Feeding the Laminitic Horse or Pony Mollichaff HoofKind Complete If your horse or pony is prone to laminitis, it should be fed a low sugar, low starch and high fibre diet. It is important not to starve horses and ponies prone to laminitis as this can cause further problems. You should choose forage that has a lower sugar content than hay, such as High Fibre or Timothy HorseHage, and, ideally, a complete feed, low in starch and sugar that is suitable for horses and ponies prone to laminitis. Mollichaff HoofKind complete is made from a balanced blend of high quality oat straw, dried alfalfa and fibre pellets and soya oil with added vitamins and minerals, trace elements, including magnesium and natural plant-based antioxidants, as well as added biotin. It is low in starch and sugar, high in fibre and does not contain any cereals. It provides a low level but high quality protein and restricted calories to give limited, controlled energy from high quality digestible fibre and oil-based ingredients, making it an excellent feed for good doers as well as those prone to laminitis. Mollichaff HoofKind complete can be used as the sole bucket feed when fed at the recommended levels, as it contains a broad spectrum vitamin and mineral supplement. www.horsehage.co.uk

Speedi-Beet Speedi-Beet is a highly nutritious micronized (cooked) beet pulp feed which provides an excellent source of digestible fibre and is ideal for horses and ponies prone to, being treated for, or recovering from laminitis. due to its unique manufacturing process, Speedi-Beet can be soaked and ready to use in just 10 minutes and is extremely palatable. It is also starch free and unmolassed, making it 95% sugar free. Feeding Speedi-Beet before turnout can help stabilise the ingestion of sugars present in spring grass. Speedi-Beet is also extremely versatile. It can be fed in small amounts to overweight horses as a carrier for a multivitamin and mineral supplement or in larger quantities to a poor doer for weight gain, or working and competition horses that need extra energy. www.britishhorsefeeds.com

TopSpec AntiLam TopSpec AntiLam is a pelleted multi-supplement designed to provide five-way nutritional support for those prone to, being treated for, or recovering from laminitis. AntiLam is used and recommended by nutritionists, vets and farriers. AntiLam is a brilliant formulation combining several supplements with a highfibre, very low-calorie carrier to make it palatable. The formula is very low in sugar and starch and cereal-grain-free, making it â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Non-Heating.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Long-term trials at Middle Park Laminitis Research Unit have shown that horses and ponies on restricted/poor grazing do not gain any weight when fed AntiLam. It can also be used very successfully as part of a calorie-controlled diet when weight loss is required. AntiLam should be fed on its own with forage. The forage can be in the form of late-cut, low-sugar, hay and/or unmolassed chops e.g. Topchop Lite, or controlled grazing, or a combination of these, depending on the individual circumstances. TopSpec AntiLam contains biotin that is scientifically proven to improve hoof quality, plus the levels of methionine, cysteine, lysine, calcium, zinc, copper, iodine, and vitamin A known to improve the efficiency of biotin alone. chelated sources of copper and zinc are included in the formulation. certain of these nutrients also promote supple skin and a shiny coat. High levels of a pure, protected yeast to help maintain nearneutral (normal and healthy) conditions in the hindgut. Plus MOS (mannan oligosaccharides), which supports the yeast and boosts the immune system. Generous levels of anti-oxidants including vitamins A, c and e plus selenium to neutralise the excess free-radicals that have been increased by stress. www.topspec.com

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Rachel’s Rosettes & Show Supplies

Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

3 March, East Bysshe Cross Country Clinic, SJ Clinic with Pippa Reffold, Pippa is a UKCC coach. Groups made up of people of similar ability and the classes are ranging from x poles to 90/100cm, East Bysshe Cross Country Course, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.crosscountrycoursehire.co.uk/

3 March, Lynn Russell It’s Show Time, Pre-Season Tack Sale, Need stuff for the coming season or just need a clear out, Open to non-trades, Durfold Farm, Plaistow Road, Dunsfold, Surrey, GU8 4PQ, Email: lynn@topcobs.com

Beautiful handmade rosettes, sashes & garlands. Prices Entry sheets, numbers, start from 40p per strings, judges books, rosette steward badges etc. Everything for your Equine, Canine or Feline show or event. ★★★★★★★

3 March, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, Cross Country Clinic, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

Rachel Dear, Chequer Tree Farm, Collier Street, Kent, TN129SB Tel: 07711 838319 Email: Dear372@btinternet.com - Rachel’s rosettes & show supplies

4 March, British Showjumping Club Shows, South East Club League, CLUB (CL, S), Pachesham Equestrian Centre Show, Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead Surrey, KT22 0AL, www.britishshowjumping.co.uk

RDA SPONSORED RIDE Good Friday 30th March 2018

4 March, Capricorn Equestrian,

support

CRANLEIGH RIDING FOR THE DISABLED ASSOCIATION

Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

Charity No 1125242

Enjoy our 11 mile ride through beautiful Surrey heath and woodland, south of Guildford, or our 3 mile route for riders, led or accompanied on foot

4 March, Colettes Shows, Winter Horse Shows, Showing Gala, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

FOR A SCHEDULE GO TO

www.cranleighrdagroup.co.uk email: sponsoredride@cranleighrdagroup.co.uk

4 March, Eaglesfield Indoor Unaffiliated

Tel: Jan Butcher 01403 753577

Dressage Shows, Walk & Trot to Elementary classes, Everyone welcome, Eaglesfield Equestrian Centre, West Yoke, Ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7HT (near New Ash Green), Contact: Jean Clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.show@ btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net

FERAL CATS MAKE GREAT PEST CONTROL OFFICERS IN STABLES. We have many healthy, neutered ferals that need understanding homes.

8-11 March, Tweseldown, Noisy

Please contact Terri on 07947 664539 for a chat. www.pussycatlodge.co.uk

Please call to make a donation

We hope you find the following guide to what’s on this season inspiring to go out and try something new. Have fun and good luck! MARCH 2018

APHS LONDON COUNTIES SHOW

Open to ALL Breeds & Types 15th July 2018 at Pachesham Surrey http://Lynnusauk.wixsite.com/londoncounties Email: Lynnusauk@aol.com

Show Dates 2018

Registered Charity No. 1148883

Associates BE Horse Trials (TW1), 90cm Intermediate, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, Email: tweseldown@ gmail.co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk

10 March, British Showjumping Club Shows, South East Club League, CLUB (CL, S), Wellington Riding Centre, Basingstoke Road, Heckfield, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ, www.britishshowjumping.co.uk

10 March, East Sussex Branch of the Pony Club, Tack Sale at Herstmonceux Village Hall, 2 – 6pm Herstmonceux Village Hall, Hailsham Road, Herstmonceux, Hailsham BN27 4JX, www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

10 March, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, Purely Pole work Clinic, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

10 March, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

11 March, Eaglesfield, Indoor Unaffiliated Showjumping, Cross Pole to 90cm open, £300 prize money at each show, with Cricklands plus Sunshine Tour Qualifiers. Friendly professionally run fun jumping events for all ages and abilites, Eaglesfield Equestrian Centre, West Yoke, Ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7HT (near New Ash Green), Contact: Jean Clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield. show@btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net

11 March, Colettes Shows, Show Jumping Horse Shows, Show Jumping, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

11 March, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, Cross Country Clinic, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

11 March, Speedgate Events, Julia Buckle Polework Clinic, Achive more suppleness in flatwork and learn new exercises to help your horse to be softer and rounder. Teaches you exercises for more varied schooling and to improve your dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

12 March, Plumpton Races, Anglo – Irish Raceday, Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AL, www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk

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12 March, Wildwoods Riding Centre,

Long Reining for Beginners, Begin the process of learning how to long rein. You can bring your horse or use riding school horses. Caroline will introduce you to influencing, body language, line management, technique, and voice control. Learn about the advantages of long reining training to voice aids with a balance double line. Working from the ground is essential in the training of the horse, Ebbisham Lane, Walton-on-the-Hill, Tadworth, (Nr Epsom), Surrey, KT20 5BH Telephone: 01737 812146, www.wildwoodsriding.co.uk

16 March, Squirrells Riding School,

Cash Pot Jumping, Open Show Jumping, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, Kent, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

16 March, TSR Showing Clinic, The

Showing Register showing clinics, For ALL levels of rider & type of horse/ pony, Friendly, welcoming, great for practice, Top tips on what judges look for with a HOYS judge, Merrist Wood College, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Contact: Sarah, Telephone: 07791517873, www.theshowingregister.co.uk

17 March, British Showjumping

Club Shows, South East Club League, SENIOR & CLUB (C2, CL), Crofton Manor Equestrian Centre, Titchfield Road, Stubbington, Fareham, Hampshire, PO14 3EW, www.britishshowjumping.co.uk

17 March, Parham Races, Parham

Races is home to the Crawley & Horsham Steeplechases, Parham ranks among the oldest tracks in the South East, steeplechases, pony racing, flat racing, hound parade, shops, funfair, food and refreshments, or picinic from boot of your car, Parham Racecourse, (near Parham House) Storrington, Pulborough RH20 2ER www.parham-races.co.uk

17 March, TSR Showing Clinic, The

Showing Register showing clinics, For ALL levels of rider & type of horse/pony, Friendly, welcoming, great for practice, Top tips on what judges look for with a HOYS judge, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Contact: Sarah, Telephone: 07791517873, www.theshowingregister.co.uk

18 March, Chiltern Riding Club Events,

Area Combined Training Qualifier, Rosehill Equestrian, Rosehill Estate, Rose Lane, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 3EB, www.chilternridingclub.co.uk

18 March, Mid Surrey Branch of the

Pony Club, Cross Country Event 45, 55, 60, 70, 80cm and enclosed CRJ, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/

18 March, Sam Champney Warrener

Clinic, BHS Flatwork/Polework & Pole-toGrid Clinics, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky. com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

18 March, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Aimed at competitors of all ages, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

18 March, TSR Showing Clinic, The

Showing Register showing clinics, For ALL levels of rider & type of horse/pony, Friendly, welcoming, great for practice, Top tips on what judges look for with a HOYS judge, Crockstead Equestrian Centre, Halland, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6PT Contact: Sarah, Telephone: 07791517873, www.theshowingregister.co.uk

21 March, Hadlow Collage Sir Mark

Todd Lecture Demonstration, Double Olympic gold medallist, Open European champion and multiple winner of Badminton and Burghley horse Trials, Sir mark Todd will be sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience, Hadlow College, Hadlow Campus, Tonbridge Road, Hadlow, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 0AL, www.hadlow.ac.uk

22 March, Capricorn Equestrian,

Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

23 March, Mount Mascal Stables, Indoor Winter Showjumping Series, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW, Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

24-25 March, Munstead Horse Trials, BE

1 Horse Trials, The first BE event of the year run by Munstead Horse Trials. A frendly event which is fantastic for grassroot riders or those wanting to move up to the next level. XC courses range from 80cm to 100cm and all disciplines are run on fairly level, sandy ground, Munstead Horse Trials, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 07768 740969, Email: becca@heathfarmequestrian. co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

24 March, Lynn Russell It’s Show Time,

Spring Novice Showing Show, Classes for all, lots of great prizes in kind, the aim of the show is to offer help to those just starting out and those with novice horses. Ponies am Horses pm, Sands Farm Equitation Center, Warnham, West Sussex, RH12 3SQ, Email: lynn@topcobs.com

25 March, Capricorn Equestrian,

MID SURREY BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB

EVENTS 2018 Contact Gina Kitchener for details gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk or 01737 644255. Mobile on day 07711 062093 Schedules can be downloaded from our website: http://branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ Entries can be made to Secretary of each Event or online at www.myridinglife.

VENUE:

PONY CLUB FIELD (PCF), HURST ROAD, WALTON ON THE HILL, TADWORTH, SURREY, KT20 5BN (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED).

Sunday 18th March

Cross Country Event 45, 55, 60, 70, 80cm and enclosed CRJ. Commencing 10am. Mrs. Claire Clare, Heath Corner, Watts Lane, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5RW. 07795 594518 claireclare@hotmail.com.

Saturday 31st March Mounted Games Competition. Mini, Junior and Senior. Commencing 10am. Sec. Mrs Ali Lock, 2 Buckwood Cottages, Worthing Road, West Grinstead, RH13 8GH. alilock8@hotmail.com. 07824 559426. Sunday 8th April

Eventer’s Challenge 45cm, 60, 70, 80 and 90cm Commencing 9.30am. Sec. Mrs. Joanna Murphy. Mogador Point, Margery Grove, Mogador, Surrey, KT20 7ET. 07540 637474. joannammurphy@gmail. com (fantastic prizes including rugs)

Sunday 22nd April

Tetrathlon Open/Junior/Mini/Intro/Beanies/Mixed teams/Tri. Sec: Mrs Annabel Brown, Kingswood Kennels, Pigeonhouse Lane, Mugswell, Chipstead, Surrey, CR5 3SP. Tel: 01737 832966. annabel@kingswoodkennels.co.uk

Saturday 12th May

Mini Eventing 50cm, 60cm 70cm level 1 Teams and Individual

Sunday 13th May

Eventing Level 2, 3 and 4 (80cm, 90cm, 1m) Teams and Individual Open to all commencing 9am. Sec. Mrs Naomi Kitchener. Applegarth Farm, Logmore Lane, Westcott, Surrey RH4 3JN. thekitchener7@gmail.com.

Sunday 27th May

Novice Show. Sunshine Tour qualifiers. Commencing 9am. Sec: Ms Vikky Petch, 6 Kingslea, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 7SN. vikkyp@hotmail.com 07853 421071

Sunday 10th June

Open 12 Years and Under Show. Commencing 9am Sec: Mrs Sue Arnold. 01737 812064. 76 Sandlands Road, Walton on the Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 7XA. the_arnolds@btinternet.com

Sunday 12th August

Companion Dog Show and Lurcher Show. Details from LANA 01372 377556 or JOHN 07752 643377.

Sunday 9th Sept

Eventer’s Challenge and Dengie SJ. 45cm, 60cm, 70cm, 80cm, 90cm. (1’6” to 3’) Commencing 9am Sec. Mrs Keeley Hesling. 28 Church Lane Drive, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 3RG. 07973 639102. alhesling@aol.com Many prizes

25 March, Eaglesfield, Indoor

Unaffiliated Showjumping, Cross Pole to 90cm open, £300 prize money at each show, with Cricklands plus Sunshine Tour Qualifiers. Friendly professionally run fun jumping events for all ages and abilites, Eaglesfield Equestrian Centre, West Yoke, Ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7HT (near New Ash Green), Contact: Jean Clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield. show@btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net

25 March, The Equi-Fun Club, Fun

Showing Show, Fun showing show for unaffiliated competitors, with Sunshine Tour qualifiers, Novelty, In-hand and Ridden classes. Crockstead Equestrian Centre, Halland, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6PT, Telephone: 07738 993995, email: becca@equi-fun.co.uk, www.equi-fun.co.uk

25 March, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, Gymnastic Grid Clinic, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

25 March, South Eastern Arabian Horse

Group, Ridden Clinic with Pat Smedley, All welcome, Four Elms Livery, Four Elms Farm, Pootings Road, Four Elms, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6PH, www.seahg.co.uk

25 March, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Combined Training Dressage and Show Jumping, Combined training consists of a dressage test followed by one round of Show Jumping, Competitors who do not wish to Show Jump may enter the dressage phase only. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

28 March, Speedgate Events, Andrew

Day Clinic, Andrew is an international event and dressage rider and trainer and a senior instructor and lecturer of the TTT with over 20 years’ experience. Attain a thorough understanding of the classical system of Dressage training, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Kim Atkinson, Telephone: 07834 170830, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

Sunday 23rd Sept & Sunday 7th October

30 March, Cranleigh RDA, Good Friday

Sponsoured Ride, 11 mile ride through beautiful Surrey heath and woodland south of Guildford, or a shorter route of 3 miles for riders led or accompanied on foot, Support Cranleigh Riding for the Disabled, Two start locations: Albury Heath (Cricket Ground) GU5 9DB and Farley Heath (Roman Temple) GU5 9EW, south of Guildford, Surrey, Telephone: 01403 753577, Email: sponsoredride@cranleighrdagroup. co.uk, www.cranleighrdagroup.co.uk

Sunday 28th Oct

Hunter Trials. 45cm to 100cm (1’6” to 3'3) Schooling Rounds and enclosed CRJ. Commencing 9.30am. Sec Mrs Jo Davis, Little Garth, Church Lane, Chaldon, Surrey CR3 5AL. 07947 499779. jodavis182@gmail.com Hunter Trials 45cm to 75/80cm (1’6” 1’9”. 2’. 2’3” 2’6/2’9”) and enclosed CRJ. Commencing 10.am. Sec. Mrs. Claire Clare, Heath Corner, Watts Lane, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5RW. Tel: 07795 594518. claireclare@hotmail.com MARCH 2018 Localrider 67

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Horse Show

14 years & under Saturday 15th September 2018 Four Oaks Farm, Plum Tree Road, Headcorn, TN27 9PB

Showing, Novelty classes, Gymkhana. Also Show jumping “An Old Fashioned Local Show” Schedules will be available from: www.wkpma.co.uk 07790 512626

SOUTHDOWN HUNT WEST PONY CLUB SPRING JUMPING SHOW Saturday 19th May 2018

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Hickstead Showground, Hickstead, West Sussex • X-Poles to 90cm, plus Clear Round • Open to all • Refreshments & Photographer • Rosettes and sashes in all classes • Classes are Sunshine Tour and Cricklands qualiﬁers

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30 March, Mount Mascal Stables,

4 April, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course,

30 March, Squirrells Riding School, Fun

6 April, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Day, Ride and make friends and enjoy being round the ponies, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

Mount Mascal Challenge, an exciting Cross Country & Show Jumping course built across our Indoor & Covered Arenas, Classes: 1’9” to 2’ (true beginners), 2’ to 2’3”, and 2’6” to 2’9”, Also Pairs Classes, Have a go round £10 on the day, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com Show, Showing and Show Jumping, In Hand, Ridden Classes, and Clear Round, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, Kent, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

Crockstead Hotel, Halland, East at Montague, Hankham, EastSussex Sussex

SundayMonday 27th September 2009 7th May SPRING BANK HOLIDAY RIDE

10 or 5 mile route across mostly private farm land on the beautiful Pevensey Levels with optional jumps. SAE to: 3 St Mary’s Cottages, Ninfield Road, Bexhill on Sea, E Sx TN39 5DE

at Barons Grange, Iden, East Sussex

TBC Coakham Bloodhounds Ball at East Sussex National RIDE Golf Resort, Uckfield BEACH

Normans Bay Saturday 21st November 2009

Sunday 23rd September For all details see website www.coakhambloodhounds.com CHARITY RIDE

at Montague Farm, Hankham, East Sussex

CHIPSTEAD RIDING CLUB

For all details see website and Facebook page www.coakhambloodhounds.org.uk

Summer 2009 Events

ASHFORD VALLEY TICKHAM HUNT 2018

MAY 17TH SPRING SHOW

(Inc Balanced Horse Feeds Championship Qualifiers & Other Aff Classes)

MAY 31ST NOVICE SHOW JULY 12TH SUMMER SHOW AUG 2ND NOVICE SHOW

(Inc Balanced Horse Feeds Championship Qualifiers & Other Aff Classes)

AUG 16TH EVENTERS PointCHALLENGE to Point Horse Racing SEPT 6TH Saturday, AUTUMN SHOW31st (Inc Balanced Horse Feeds Qualifiers & Other Aff0JD Classes) Easter March - Championship Charing TN27 EVENING DRESSAGE MAY 28TH, JUNE 25TH, JULY 23RD

Open Horse Show & Fun Dog Show Sunday 10th June – Venue TBC

Download schedules from end of March www.chipsteadridingclub.org.uk or A5 SAE only to Jackie Russell, 32 Chartwell Place, Cheam, Surrey SM3 9TD

Sponsored Ride Sunday 9th September – Doddington Place ME9 0BB

POSTLING Hunter CROSS Trials-COUNTRY Sunday 16th September – S RIDE PONSORED Bonﬂeur XC Course ME17 4BD SSchedules U N S EandP TInformation E M B EAvailable R 1 3 TatH 9 mileswww.ashfordvalleyhunt.co.uk over spectacular downland country with 26 optional jumps.

7 April, British Showjumping Club Shows, South East Club League, CLUB (CL, S), Wellington Riding Centre, Basingstoke Road, Heckfield, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ, www.britishshowjumping.co.uk

30 March, Speedgate Events, Easter

7 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

31 March, Ashford Valley Tickham Hunt

7 April, East Bysshe Cross Country Clinic, SJ Clinic with Pippa Reffold, Pippa is a UKCC coach. Groups made up of people of similar ability and the classes are ranging from x poles to 90/100cm, East Bysshe Cross Country Course, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.crosscountrycoursehire.co.uk/

Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@speedgate. co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk Point to Point Horse Racing, Charing, 12m E of Maidstone Nr A20 and M20 (Junction 8 and join A20), Kent, TN27 0JD, www.ashfordvalleyhunt.co.uk

31 March, Capricorn Equestrian, Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

31 March, Mid Surrey Branch of the

Pony Club, Mounted Games Competition, Mini, Junior and Senior, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@ midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules

APRIL odhounds Eve kham Blo nts a o C Saturday 21st April Sponsored Ride & Walk THE Charity HUNT BALL

Janine Lamy Cross Country Schooling, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

1-2 April, Plumpton Races, Easter

Festival Racedays, Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AL, www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk

1 April, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, Cross Country Clinic, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Comphurst Lane, Windmill Hill, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN274RZ, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk 2 April, Mount Mascal Stables, Easter Dressage, Intro A (2008), Intro B (2009) Prelim 7 (2016), Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com 2 April, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Cross Country Clinic with Former 4* rider and now leading eventing trainer Nick Turner, Small groups of 3 riders throughout the day in sessions aimed at all levels. encouraging, confidenceboosting coaching. Teaching correct cross-country technique to all levels, which are fun and rewarding, Comphurst Farm Cross Country Course, Comphurst Lane, Windmill Hill, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN274RZ, Email: info@comphurstfarm. co.uk, www.comphurstfarm.co.uk 2 April, London Harness Horse Parade, Unusual Easter spectacle is a chance for the whole family to experience the sights and sounds of old England and see the history of transportation, Over 100 horse drawn vehicles and carriages, from Shetlands to Shires and everything in between, will take part from all over Britain, together with a parade of the earliest motor cars, vintage tractors and historic motorcycles, South of England Centre, Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL, Telephone: 01737 646132, www.lhhp.co.uk 3 April, Surrey Union Branch of the Pony Club, Open X poles Mini Mini Jumping Show, with a fun pairs novelty class, Sands Farm Equitation Centre, Warnham, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 3SQ, Email: n.paddy@btinternet. com, branches.pcuk.org/surreyunion/

7-8 April, The South of England Horse

Trials, Two Days, Come along and see the thrills and spills of eventing. International and local riders completing at different levels, Support the top riders heading off to Badmington the following month. A great day out for all the family, Trade stands and catering, The South of England Show Ground Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL. www.southofenglandhorsetrials.co.uk

8 April, Blossom Ride, At Wytherling Court, Rural Ride, 10 miles of Countryside Rural Ride, No jumps, (starts 10am), Wytherling Court, Molash, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8HK, Telephone: 01233 740598, Email: geoff.jenkins195@btinternet.com 8 April, Bookham Riding Club, Dressage, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk 8 April, British Showjumping Club Shows, South East Club League, SENIOR & CLUB (C1,CL), Wellington Riding Centre, Basingstoke Road, Heckfield, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0LJ, www.britishshowjumping.co.uk 8 April, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Eventers Challenge, 45cm 60cm, 70cm, 80cm, and 90cm, commencing 9.30am, Fantasic prizes including rugs, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 8 April, Speedgate Events, In-Hand and Open Showing Show, A variety of In-hand and ridden classes, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@speedgate. co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 11 April, Colettes Shows, Fun Easter Show, Fun Easter Holiday Show, Show Jumping, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk 12 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 12 April, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Cross Country Clinic with Former 4* rider and now leading eventing trainer Nick Turner, Small groups of 3 riders throughout the day in sessions aimed at all levels. encouraging, confidenceboosting coaching. Teaching correct cross-country technique to all levels, which are fun and rewarding, Comphurst Farm Cross Country Course, Comphurst Lane, Windmill Hill, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN274RZ, Email: info@comphurstfarm. co.uk, www.comphurstfarm.co.uk

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13 April, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Day, Ride and make friends and enjoy being round the ponies, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 13-15 April, Tweseldown, Unafiliated Horse Trials, 80cm to 100cm, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, Email: tweseldown@gmail. co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk

14 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Team Dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 15 April, British Showjumping Club Shows, South East Club League, CLUB (CL, S), Pachesham Equestrian Centre Show, Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead Surrey, KT22 0AL, www.britishshowjumping.co.uk 15 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 15 April, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8EH, Telephone: 07957 76596, www.fsevents.co.uk 15 April, Plumpton Races, Sussex Raceday, Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AL, www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk 15 April, The Rockbourne Ride, Fun Ride, British Horse Society, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact Karen Gardener, Telephone: 07546 502471, Email: funride.bhshants@ yahoo.co.uk, www.tenantry.co.uk

15 April, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, BHS Flatwork/Polework & Pole-to-Grid Clinics, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky. com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk 15 April, SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse 2018, Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifiers, Osbaldeston Riding Centre, Blackburn, Lancs, BB2 7LZ, www.search4astar.org. uk, www.racehorse2ridinghorse.co.uk 21 April, Coakham Bloodhounds, The Hunt Ball, High Rocks, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9JJ, www. coakhambloodhounds.com

21-22 April, Munstead Horse Trials, Unaffiliated Horse Trials, UA60, UA80, UA90, and UA100, over Two Days, Sections for Retrained Racehorses at 80 and 90 (ROR number must be on entry form), Prize money in all classes, Munstead Horse Trials, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 07768 740969, Email: becca@heathfarmequestrian. co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

22 April, Frensham Sponsored Ride, A 10 mile cross country course over scenic Frensham Common with a minimum of 40 optional jumps 2’6” / 2’9”, (9am to 2.30pm), Additional challenging jumps have been introduced for the bolder horse & rider, Other Cross Country events held on the day Children’s In Hand, Dog & Handler, Ride with Confidence, The ride raises funds for local charities, Stockbridge Farm, (op. Tilford Church), Tilford, Surrey, GU10 2DD, Telephone: 07917 404247, www.frenshamshr.org

22 April, Great Bookham Shows, Spring Showing Show, including TSR Training Classes, VHS area qualifiers, BSPS, CHAPS, TSR, Sunshine Tour at Hickstead, Equifest and Chiltern and Thames Rider qualifiers, Classes to suit all including working hunter, intro to showing, ridden horses, show ponies, in hand classes as well as fun, novelty classes, In hand and ridden VHS area qualifiers, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ, Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info 22 April, Matfield & District Riders Association, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Sandhurst Farm, Clay Hill Road, Lamberhurst, Kent, TN3 8AX, Email: sharon@rickardsfoldingdoors. co.uk, www.mdra.info 22 April, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Tetrathlon, Open, Junior, Mini, Intro, beanies, Mixed Teams, Tri, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/

Calendar of Events 2018 28th/29th April 13th May 10th June 28th/29th July 9th September 23rd September

22 April, South Eastern Arabian Horse Group, Ridden Clinic with Pat Smedley, All welcome, Four Elms Livery, Four Elms Farm, Pootings Road, Four Elms, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6PH, www.seahg.co.uk

British Eventing Horse Trials Combined Training/ Eventers Challenge Hunter Trials International BE Horse Trials One Day Event Combined Training/ Eventers Challenge

NOW TAKING ONLINE ENTRIES

22 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Aimed at competitors of all ages, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 25 April, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage & Clear Round Evening Unaffiliated, MyQuest & TeamQuest dressage & clear round show jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info 25 April, Speedgate Events, Andrew Day Clinic, Andrew is an international event and dressage rider and trainer and a senior instructor and lecturer of the TTT with over 20 years’ experience. Attain a thorough understanding of the classical system of Dressage training, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Kim Atkinson, Telephone: 07834 170830, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 26 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Evening Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

2018 Show Dates Spring Show - Saturday 28th April 2018

27 April, Mount Mascal Stables, Indoor Winter Showjumping Series, Championship Night, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW, Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

Merrist Wood Campus, Guildford QUALIFIERS: The Arab Horse Society, Horse of the Year Show, Crabbet, BAC & Midland Young Riders 2018 Qualifying show UK AA/PB In hand Championships

28-29 April, Chilham Park, Chilham

Book stables early to save disappointment!

Castle British Eventing Spring Horse Trials, BE Affiliated, (Two days), Chilham Castle Estate, Chilham, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk

28 April, Newlands Corner Riding Club, Open Unaffiliated Equi Cross (previously known as Jump Cross), The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org 28 April, Pyrford Saddle Club, Dressage and Mini Event, Unafilliated Dressage With Mini Pre-Event Jumping And Clear Round, including an introduction to dressage class, normal dressage and a mini event to include a dressage test then course of show jumps and working hunter jumps, Pyrford Common, Pyrford Common Road, Old Woking, Surrey, GU22 8UD, Telephone: 07951 477825, www. surreycommunity.info/pyrfordsaddleclub

Entries to: Donna Gambrill Greenacres Farm, Middle Quarter, High Halden, Ashford, Kent TN26 3HZ

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13 April, Matfield & District Riders Association, AGM, All welcome, Come along and meet your committee, Presentations and refreshments, Telephone: 07834 494824, Matfield Village Hall, Matfield, Kent, TN12 7JR, www.mdra.info

SEAHG Summer Show Saturday 14th July 2018 South Of England Showground, Ardingly ECAHO C show - Points System QUALIFIERS: The Arab Horse Society, Crabbet, BACS & Midland Young Riders 2018 Qualifying Show UK AA/PB In hand Championships & Equifest Entries to: Donna Gambrill Greenacres Farm, Middle Quarter, High Halden, Ashford, Kent TN26 3HZ

Clinics with Pat Smedley will be going ahead throughout 2018 at Chelwood Equestrian For more information find us on Facebook or visit www.seahg.co.uk to download schedules

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at The All England Showground, Hickstead Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th September 2018

Unafﬁliated Dressage, Show Jumping, Showing & Eventers Challenge Apply for your own Personal Qualifier Form and qualify at a show near you!

For all the information you need to know, how and where to qualify, go to

www.sunshinetour.co.uk

NEWLANDS CORNER RIDING CLUB Open Shows 2018

28th April: Equicross Jumping Show 12th May: Dressage & Showing Show 3rd June: Showjumping & Fun Showing Show

At The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Combe Lane, Shere, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU5 9TD

24th June: Dressage & Showing Show

Website: www.newlandscorner.org Contact: Lesley Selway 01483 205049 / 07876 624167

11th Aug: Showjumping & Fun Showing Show

14th July: Showjumping & Fun Showing Show 22nd July: Equicross Jumping Show

26th Aug: Dressage & Showing Show 8th Sept:

Local Horse & Rider of the Year Show

Please see WWW.NEWLANDSCORNER.ORG for details and online entries

EAGLESFIELD UNAFFILIATED INDOOR JUMPING COMPETITIONS with

CRICKLANDS & SUNSHINE TOUR QUALIFIERS (ASK FOR DETAILS FOR BOTH JUMPING & DRESSAGE)

SUNDAYS: 11th March • 25th March 2018 Classes: Cross Pole – 90cm Opens

Everyone Welcome – entries close Wednesday before each Jumping show Prize money £300 Rosettes 1st – 6th Plus double Clear rosettes Friendly professionally run fun jumping events for all ages and abilities

Also INDOOR UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE SHOWS SUNDAY 4th March 2018 Walk & Trot to Elementary classes Everyone Welcome – entries close 10 days before each Dressage show ******************

For schedules visit www.eaglesfield.net or SAE to: Eaglesfield Equestrian Events Limited, West Yoke, Ash, Near Sevenoaks, Kent. TN15 7HT (Near New Ash Green), 8 miles from Dartford Bridge. Directions on website. Enter online at www.eaglesfield.net, through HORSE MONKEY or by post at above address. General Enquiries: Jean Clark Tel: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.show@btinternet.com

Great Bookham Shows 2018

Showing • Dressage • Show Jumping

Open Shows held on Sundays: 22nd April, 3rd June, 22nd July & 5th August With lots of qualifiers for national and local championships.

Regular unaffiliated and BD Quest dressage, Clear Round & Show Jumping evenings. 6 miles from junction 9 on M25

Full schedules and entries online at www.gbec.info Events Secretary, Great Bookham E.C., Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ. Tel 01372 451458, Email shows@gbec.info

28 April, South Eastern Arabian Horse Group, Spring Show, Qualifiers: The Arab Horse Society, Horse of the Year Show, Crabbet, BAC & Midland Young Riders 2018, Qualifying show UK AA/PB In hand Championships, Merrist Wood Campus Indoor Arena, Guildford College, Worplesdon, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, (Sat Nav: GU3 3PB), www.seahg.co.uk 28 April, Speedgate Events, Julia Buckle Polework Clinic, Achive more suppleness in flatwork and learn new exercises to help your horse to be softer and rounder. Teaches you exercises for more varied schooling and to improve your dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 29 April, Bookham Riding Club, Show Jumping inc Members Dressage Cups, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk 29 April, British Showjumping Club Shows, South East Club League, JUNIOR & CLUB (J, CL), Coombelands, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1BQ, www.britishshowjumping.co.uk 29 April, Colettes Shows, Showing or Show Jumping Show, Outdoor Summer Shows, Show Jumping or Showing, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk 29 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

MAY 1 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 2 May, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Janine Lamy Cross Country Schooling, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk 5 May, Colettes Shows, Showing and

Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Barville Road, Waldershare Dover, Kent, CT15 5BQ, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

5 May, Capricorn Equestrian,

7 May, Coakham Bloodhounds, Spring Bank Holiday Ride, Barons Grange, Iden, nr Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7UU, www.coakhambloodhounds.com 7 May, Squirrells Riding School, Open Day, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 6-7 May, Blindley Heath Heavy Horse and

Country Show, One of the biggest Heavy and Working Horse shows in the South East, something for all the family to enjoy with the heavy horses, vintage tractors, historic vehicles, Kilmannan Ridden Heavy Horse Championship Qualifiers, East Bysshe Showground, on A22 between Blindley Heath and Newchapel, Eastbourne Road, Blindley Heath, Surrey, RH7 6LF, Telephone: 01737 645857, www.sesha.org.uk

6-7 May, The Rockbourne Ride, Horse Driving Party, British Horse Society, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact: Rowena McDermott,Telephone: 01725 511951, www.tenantry.co.uk

7 May, Mount Mascal Stables, May Day Show, Showjumping, Ridden and In-hand Classes, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com 9-13 May, Royal Windsor Horse Show, 5 star International Jumping, 4 star Dressage, The Land Rover International Driving Grand Prix, 2 star Endurance, and National Showing, Plus Entertainment, displays, shopping. Windsor Castle, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 1NG www.rwhs.co.uk 12 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 12 May, Matfield & District Riders Association, Clear Round Jumping, “Get your brave pants on and come and have a little jump!”, Old Fowle Hall Oast, Willow Lane, Queen Street, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6PE, Telephone: 07834 494824, www.mdra.info 12 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Mini Eventing, Level 1, 50cm, 60cm, 70cm, Teams and Individual, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 12 May, Newlands Corner Riding Club, Open Unaffiliated Dressage & Showing Show, The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org 12-13 May, The Rockbourne Ride, Horse Driving Trials, The British Heavy Horse Driving Trials, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact: Rowena McDermott,Telephone: 01725 511951, www.tenantry.co.uk 12 May, Speedgate Events, Julia Buckle Polework Clinic, Achive more suppleness in flatwork and learn new exercises to help your horse to be softer and rounder. Teaches you exercises for more varied schooling and to improve your dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 12-13 May, Tweseldown, Darley Lifestyle Eventers Challenge, 50cm to 80cm, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, Email: tweseldown@gmail. co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk 13 May, British Riding Club Area 10, Open One Day Event, Bonfleur XC Course, Bonfleur Lane, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4BD, www. bonfleurcrosscountrycourse.co.uk 13 May, Chilham Park, Combined Training and Eventers Challenge, Chilham Castle Estate, Chilham, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk 13 May, Farming World, Showing and Jumping, Farming World, Kent Festival, Showing, Show Jumping, Dog, Show, Faversham Show Ground, Faversham, Kent, ME13 9SW. Organised by Colette’s Horse Shows, www.cbequine.co.uk 13 May, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8EH, Telephone: 07957 76596, www.fsevents.co.uk 13 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Eventing Level 2, 3 and 4, PC80, PC90, PC100, Teams and Individual, Open to all, commencing 9am, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 13 May, Southdown Hunt East Pony Club, Spring Hunter Trial, Wivelsden Farm, North Common Road, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EH, http:// branches.pcuk.org/southdowneast/

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15 May, Plumpton Races, Ladies Day and pony racing finals, Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AL, www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk 16 May, Great Bookham Shows,

Dressage & Clear Round Evening Unaffiliated, MyQuest & TeamQuest dressage & clear round show jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

18 May, Squirrells Riding School,

Evening Dressage Show, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, Kent, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

19 May, East Kent Hunt Pony Club, Tetrathlon, PC members only – Under 8, & Mini Minis ride at Denne Hill. Run, Shoot, Swim, Dover Leisure Centre, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6HD, http://branches.pcuk.org/eastkent/ 19 May, Mount Mascal Stables, Summer Dressage Series, (grass arenas), plus combined training, Intro A, Prelim 1 & 2, Jumping 1’9” to 2’6”, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com 19 May, Southdown Hunt West Pony

Club, Spring Jumping Show, X-Poles to 90cm, plus Clear Round, Open to all, Refreshments & Photographer, Rosettes and sashes in all classes, Classes are Sunshine Tour and Cricklands qualifier, The All England Showground, Hickstead, West Sussex, RH17 5NU, www.sdhwpc.org

19-21 May, Tweseldown, Noisy Associates BE Horse Trials (TW2), 90cm Intermediate, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, Email: tweseldown@gmail. co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk 20 May, Colettes Shows, White Horse Farm Show Jumping and Showing, Including TSR Reginal Champs. White Horse Farm, White Horse Lane, Harvel, Meopham, Kent, DA13 0UE, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk 20 May, East Kent Hunt Pony Club, One Day Event, 80cms – 100cms, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6HD, http://branches.pcuk.org/eastkent/ 20 May, East Kent Hunt Pony Club,

Tetrathlon, Minis upward – Open Ride, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6HD, http:// branches.pcuk.org/eastkent/

20 May, SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse 2018, Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifiers, Stretcholt Equestrian Centre, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 4SR, www.search4astar.org. uk, www.racehorse2ridinghorse.co.uk 20 May, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Aimed at competitors of all ages, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 23 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Evening Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 23 May, Comphurst Cross Country

Course, Cross Country Clinic with Nigel Taylor, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Comphurst Farm Cross Country Course, Comphurst Lane, Windmill Hill, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN274RZ, Email: info@comphurstfarm. co.uk, www.comphurstfarm.co.uk

23 May, Speedgate Events, Andrew

24-28 May, Bodiam International Arena, Garden of England Western Riding Event, 2 x CRI (All Levels) 2 x AQHA Split Combined (4 Shows) 2 x NRHA/ BR Slates Goe Versatility, Ranch Classes/ WES/IKPHA, Bodiam International Arena, Court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse. com, www.sterlingranchuk.co.uk, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk 26 May, Bookham Riding Club, Show Jumping inc Members Dressage Cups, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk 26 May, East Bysshe Cross Country Clinic, SJ Clinic with Pippa Reffold, Pippa is a UKCC coach. Groups made up of people of similar ability and the classes are ranging from x poles to 90/100cm, East Bysshe Cross Country Course, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.crosscountrycoursehire.co.uk/

BODIAM INTERNATIONAL ARENA Court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex TN32 5UJ ERN WEST NG, NI TRAI & ONS LESS S E L SA

26 May, East Kent Hunt Pony Club, Combined training (classes for all, PC Walk & Trot tests up Intermediate / Eventing level, jumping - bottom hole to up to 1m), Welwyn Stud, Hawkinge, Kent, CT18 8LS, http://branches.pcuk.org/eastkent/ 26 May, Heathfield & District Agricultural Show, first class venue for many Show qualifiers attracting top class exhibitors. There are 90 horse classes over the day with almost 600 entries each year. Classes start early in the morning with 6 dedicated Equine Rings showing horses and ponies both in hand and ridden, from miniatures to heavy horse, from carriage driving to side saddle, Ridden Cobs, Ridden Hunters, Driving, Side saddle, Thoroughbred & RoR, Riding Horses, Arabs, Something for all the family including, sheep cattle and pig and flower show, Farmers Market, Free entry for children accompanied by an adult, Little Tottingworth Farm, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 8UE, Contact Nicola Magill, Telephone: 01435 864587 Email: secretary@heathfieldshow. org, www.heathfieldshow.org 27 May, Chipstead Riding Club, I.C.E. Horse Boxes Hunter Trial, East Bysshe Cross Country Course, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk 27 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Novice Show, Sunshine Tour quali�ers. Commencing 9am, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@ midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http://branches. pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 27 May, South Eastern Arabian Horse Group, Ridden Clinic with Pat Smedley, All welcome, Four Elms Livery, Four Elms Farm, Pootings Road, Four Elms, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6PH, www.seahg.co.uk 27 May, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 27 May, United Saddlebred Association UK, USA-UK May Festival Horse Show, Open Show for World Breeds, with specialist classes for American Saddlebreds, Andalusians (PRE), Appaloosas, Falabellas, Friesians, Lusitanos, Morgans, Norwegian Fjords and Paso Finos. Incorporates the United Saddlebred Association’s European Championship Show. For pure & partbred foreign breeds Walk/Trot, Champagne, Concours and Driving classes open to any breed, Moreton Morrell College, Moreton Morrell, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9BP, www.american-saddlebred.co.uk 28 May, Bookham Riding Club, Gymkhana, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk 28 May, Squirrells Riding School, Fun Show, Showing and Show Jumping, In Hand, Ridden Classes, and Clear Round, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, Kent, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

The largest indoor arena in the South East.

Regular shows held, including: Garden of England Western Riding Event 24th – 28th May 2018 Garden of England International Festival of Western Riding 11th – 15th July 2018 BIA Unaffiliated Indoor Winter Dressage Series 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 Please like us on Facebook. Garden of England Circuit (Western events). Bodiam International Arena (Bodiam Arena events incl. dressage).

Visit our websites for further details:

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Charity Farm Countrystore, Swattenden Lane, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 3PS Tel 01580 715002 Email info@ charityfarmcountrystore Local supplier of feed, stable equipment, bedding, supplements, horse wear, horse rugs, grooming equipment, as well as other animal and pet supplies, clothing and gift departments. Free local delivery for orders over £50. Come and visit us or visit our website at www.charityfarmcountrystore.co.uk

Southdown Hunt East Pony Club Sunday 13th May - Spring Hunter Trial - Wivelsden Farm Sunday 10th June - CDMS (Sussex) ODE - Wivelsden Farm Sunday 22nd July - Branch Show - Plumpton Racecourse Sunday 9th September - Mini ODE - Wivelsden Farm Sunday 23rd September - Turton Hunter Trial Wivelsden Farm Full details of each event will be available from our website: branches.pcuk/southdowneast

CHIPSTEAD RIDING CLUB SUMMER SEASON EVENTS 2018 MAY 27th I.C.E Horse Boxes Hunter Trial – East Byshee JULY 8th Dressage – The Diamond Centre, Carshalton AUG 5th TRM Summer Show – Pachesham EC AUG 19th Dressage – The Diamond Centre, Carshalton SEPT 9th Dressage – The Diamond Centre, Carshalton

Schedule download from www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk NEW online entries via EQUO at www.equoevents.co.uk 0r A5 SAE to Jackie Russell, 32 Chartwell Place, Cheam, Surrey SM3 9TD Follow us on Facebook: Chipstead RidingClub

EAST SUSSEX BRANCH All competitions to be held at The Pony Club Field, Montague Farm, Hankham, Pevensey BN24 5BB

DATES FOR 2018

Saturday 10th March Tack Sale at Herstmonceux Village Hall 2-6pm Sunday 10th June ODE/TET& Combined Training Competition at Montague Farm ODE & CT Open to all, TET Pony Club members only Saturday 16th June Summer Show at Montague Farm Open to all – classes for everyone Sunday 2nd September Hunter Trials at Montague Farm Open to all, classes from 45cm to 90cm Please visit www.pcuk.org/eastsussex for schedules and entry forms

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28 May, The Surrey County Show, The show brings together hundreds of animals, food and drink, top class entertainment, exquisite rural crafts and competition to provide an unmissable day out with something for every member of the family. International horse and rider combinations compete in the Grand Prix and County Stakes Show jumping classes in the Grand Arena. Dedicated M & M ring - open, novice, young rider and amateur ridden plus in-hand and WHP.RIHS qualifies - hunters, cobs, riding horse and ridden skewbald & piebald. BS County Stakes and Area Trial. Side saddle costume concours d’elegance. Stoke Park, Guildford GU1 1ER (Sat Nav: GU1 1TU), www.surreycountyshow.co.uk

8 June, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage

28 May, The Rockbourne Ride, Pony Club Show, Wilton Pony Club, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact Fran Lockyear, Telephone: 01725 517735, www.tenantry.co.uk

9-10 June, The Rockbourne

JUNE 1 June, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Day, Ride and make friends and enjoy being round the ponies, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

1 June, Wildwoods Riding Centre,

Training for BHS Exams Stage 2, 12 weeks, The Stage 1 Course is a useful refresher for candidates for Stage 2 and an opportunity to polish the flatwork. In the stage 2 course the riding section will have the emphasis on the jumping. Ebbisham Lane, Walton-on-the-Hill, Tadworth, (Nr Epsom), Surrey, KT20 5BH Telephone: 01737 812146, www.wildwoodsriding.co.uk

2 June, Capricorn Equestrian, Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

3 June, Colettes Shows, Showing

and Show Jumping Show, Outdoor Summer Shows, Show Jumping and Showing, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

3 June, Great Bookham Shows,

Unaffiliated Dressage, Show Jumping and Showing, Show Jumping from lead rein up to 90cm with qualifiers for Sunshine Tour Championships, Wales & West and Chiltern & Thames Rider Championships, Dressage classes from Intro up to Elementary and also junior classes. Qualifiers for Sunshine Tour Championships and Wales & West, Unaffiliated showing with lots of classes including veterans, working hunter, ridden and in hand classes, intro to showing, lots of fun and novelty classes and much more. Qualifiers incluide Sunshine Tour Championships, Equifest, The Showing Register, Chiltern & Thames Rider and The Veteran Horse Society, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

3 June, Newlands Corner Riding

Club, Open Unaffiliated Showjumping Show and Fun Showing Show, The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org

3 June, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated

Show Jumping, Aimed at competitors of all ages, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

6 June, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course,

Janine Lamy Cross Country Schooling, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

7 June, Capricorn Equestrian,

Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

& Clear Round Evening Unaffiliated, MyQuest & TeamQuest dressage & clear round show jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

8 June, Mount Mascal Stables, Friday Evenings Jump, (grass arenas), Nursery stakes 1’6” Starter stakes, 1’9” to 2’ Minimus 2’3” to 2’6” Pairs 2’3” Novice 2’6” (indoor if poor weather), Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com Ride, Endurance Ride, Endurance GB, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact: Pauline Beach, Telephone: 01202 825010, www.tenantry.co.uk

10 June, Ashford Valley Tickham Hunt Open Horse Show and Fun Dog Show, www.ashfordvalleyhunt.co.uk

10 June, Bookham Riding Club, Summer Open Show sponsored by Hearns Farm Supplies, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

10 June, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

10 June, Chilham Park, Hunter Trials, Chilham Castle Estate, Chilham, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk

10 June, East Sussex Branch of the Pony Club, One Day Event, ODE/TET& Combined Training Competition at Montague Farm ODE & CT Open to all, TET Pony Club members only, The East Sussex Branch Pony Club Field, Montague Farm, Hankham, Pevensey, Sussex, BN24 5BB, www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

10 June, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Open 12 Years and Under Show. Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/

10 June, SEIB Search for a Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse 2018, Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifiers, Bury Farm Equestrian Centre, Slapton, Bucks, LU7 9BT, www.search4astar.org. uk, www.racehorse2ridinghorse.co.uk

10 June, Southdown Hunt East Pony Club, One Day Event, CDMS Sussex, Wivelsden Farm, North Common Road, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EH, http://branches.pcuk.org/southdowneast/

10 June, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

16 June, Colettes Shows, Denne Hill ODE & Hunter Trial, One Day Event, Eventer’s Challenge & Hunter Trials, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr. Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

16 June, East Sussex Branch of the Pony Club, Summer Show, Open to all, classes for everyone, The East Sussex Branch Pony Club Field, Montague Farm, Hankham, Pevensey, Sussex, BN24 5BB, www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

16 June, Mount Mascal Stables, Saturday Summer Dressage Series, (grass arenas), plus combined training, Intro B, Prelim 7 & 12, Jumping 1’9” to 2’6”, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

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Sun 22nd April 2018 9am - 2:30pm Starting at Stockbridge Farm, Tilford Surrey, this is a 10 mile cross country course over scenic Frensham Common. This is a fantastic opportunity to raise money for local people in need and get out on your horse. PLUS: lots of other equine fun, refreshments and entertainment to be had on site on the day.

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26th & 27th August, RH7 6LL Members’ packages available now for Enclosure privileges

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THE LONDON HARNESS HORSE PARADE

Transport through the ages with carts, carriages and historic vehicles South of England Centre RH17 6TL

www.lhhp.co.uk 01737 646132

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BLINDLEY HEATH HEAVY HORSE & COUNTRY SHOW

on A22 between Blindley Heath & Newchapel RH7 6LF

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16 June, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated

Munstead Unafﬁliated Horse Trials UA60, UA80, UA90, UA100

Prizes for best ROR at 80 and 90

Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd April 2018 at: Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey GU7 1UN

NEW FOR 2018 – 60cm Class

Prize Money in all classes: 1st £75, 2nd £50, 3rd £35 Rosettes to 10th place. ROR rosettes to 4th Place. Refreshments will be available Volunteers required – Free XC schooling vouchers available to all volunteers

Event Day Mobile 07768 740969

All Enquiries to Mrs Rebecca Harvie Tel 01483 418271/07768 740969 (no phone calls after 8.30pm) email: becca@munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk Entries at www.bdwp.co.uk

BLOSSOM RIDE at Wytherling Court, Molash, nr Canterbury CT4 8HX SUNDAY 8TH APRIL 2018 Starts 10am

10 miles of Countryside Rural Ride, no jumps.

For entry forms send SAE to Geoffrey Jenkins, Kings View, Shottenden Lane, Molash, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 8EZ Tel: 01233 740598, Email: geoff.jenkins195@btinternet.com

2018 Events

Please call Caroline on 07587 747675 or visit www.capricornequestrian.co.uk for details of all our events, training and livery at the yard. Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent DA4 0JL (just 5 minutes from junction 3 of the M25)

TRAINING DAYS

Team Dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

17 June, Colettes Shows, Denne

Hill Annual Show, Denne Hill Horse Show, Show Jumping, Dressage, and Showing, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr. Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

17 June, Great Bookham Shows, SEWPCA Showing Show, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

17 June, The Rockbourne Ride,

Open Horse Trials, Wilton Pony Club, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact Fran Lockyear, Telephone: 01725 517735, www.tenantry.co.uk

17 June, Speedgate Events, Julia

20 June, Speedgate Events, Andrew

21 June, Capricorn Equestrian,

Unaffiliated Evening Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

Thursday 1st March • Thursday 22nd March • Thursday 12th April • Tuesday 1st May Thursday 7th June • Tuesday 10th July • Thursday 2nd August • Tuesday 11th September Thursday 4th October • Thursday 1st November • Tuesday 20th November

21-24 June, The Al Shira’aa Hickstead

Sunday 4th March • Sunday 25th March • Saturday 7th April • Sunday 15th April Saturday 5th May • Sunday 10th June • Sunday 1st July • Sunday 15th July Sunday 5th August • Saturday 15th September • Saturday 7th October Sunday 21st October • Sunday 4th November • Sunday 25th November

23-24 June, Tweseldown, Unafiliated

UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE

EVENING DRESSAGE

Thursday 26th April • Wednesday 23rd May • Thursday 21st June Wednesday 25th July • Thursday 16th August • Thursday 6th September

Louisa Day Freelance Equestrian Photographer I provide a personal approach to photography, taking photos of you and your horse at a competition, training event, lesson or simply just a session at home. I am also available to cater for organised clinics and camps. Plus I can provide photos to be used as advertising material. 07944 984759. Find me on Facebook or www.louisadayphotography.co.uk

Derby, International and National Show Jumping, Scurry Driving, Showing Tattersalls/RoR Thoroughbred Show Horse Championship, Shopping, The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, West Sussex, RH17 5NU www.hickstead.co.uk

Show, In Hand, and Ridden Classes for everyone, friendly, encouraging, great fun. £50 In Hand Championships. Super prizes, rosettes and money, Fun Jumping Classes, Novelty, Gymkhana, Pyrford Common, Pyrford Common Road, Old Woking, Surrey, GU22 8UD, Telephone: 07951 477825, www. surreycommunity.info/pyrfordsaddleclub

27 June, Great Bookham Shows,

30 June, Capricorn Equestrian, Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

JULY 1 July, Capricorn Equestrian,

1 July, Colettes Shows, White Horse

Farm Show Jumping and Showing, Including TSR Reginal Champs. White Horse Farm, White Horse Lane, Harvel, Meopham, Kent, DA13 0UE, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

1 July, Wildwoods Riding Centre, Training

for BHS Exams PTT, 12 weeks, aimed at students wishing to take the BHS Stage 2 Teach exam, open to all, Ebbisham Lane, Walton-on-the-Hill, Tadworth, (Nr Epsom), Surrey, KT20 5BH Telephone: 01737 812146, www.wildwoodsriding.co.uk

4 July, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course,

Janine Lamy Cross Country Schooling, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

6-8 July, Kent County Show, A showcase

Horse Trials, 60cm to 90cm, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, Email: tweseldown@gmail. co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk

event for farming, countryside and rural life, the very best of Kent with animals and food, fun and excitement and above all a sense of what ‘The Garden of England’ has to offer, for the whole family, cookery demonstrations, live music and the Food and Farming education area. Plus Household Cavalry Musical Ride in the main ring, Showjumping classes, Showing classes, Scurry Driving, Heavy Horses, (Schedules online), Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3JF, Telephone: 01622 633060, www.kentshow.co.uk

23 June, Speedgate Events, In-Hand

7 July, Mount Mascal Stables, Mount

and Open Showing Show, A variety of In-hand and ridden classes, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@speedgate. co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

24 June, Ashford Valley Hunt Pony

Club, Open to all, Open One Day Event, PC Area 11 Qualifier and PC Grassroots qualifier, 60cm to 100cm classes, Bonfleur XC Course, Bonfleur Lane, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4BD, Telephone: 0778 771063, http://branches.pcuk.org/ ashford, www.horse-events.co.uk

24 June, Denmead Horse Shows,

Summer Show, Showjumping and Showing, Qualifiers for BSPA, BPS, TGCA, BSPPS, MHOYS, ROR, SSADL, BMHS, TSR, SWPA, Sunshine Tour, South Downs series etc, Denmead, Hampshire, www.denmeadhorseshows.co.uk

24 June, F S Events, Dressage,

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Warrigal Farm, Bean, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8EH, Telephone: 07957 76596, www.fsevents.co.uk

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24 June, Newlands Corner Riding Club,

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24 June, Pyrford Saddle Club, Open

Open Unaffiliated Dressage & Showing Show, The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org

Mascal Summer Challenge, an exciting Cross Country & Show Jumping course built across our Outdoor Grass Arenas, Classes: 1’9” to 2’ (true beginners), 2’ to 2’3”, and 2’6” to 2’9”, Also Pairs Classes, Have a go round £10 on the day, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

7-9 July, Tweseldown, BE Horse Trials (TW3), 80cm Novice, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, Email: tweseldown@gmail. co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk

8 July, Bookham Riding Club, Afternoon Dressage & Show Jumping, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

8 July, Chipstead Riding Club, Dressage, The Diamond Centre, Woodmansterne Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 4DT, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

8 July, SEIB Search for a Star and

Racehorse to Riding Horse 2018, Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifiers, Alnwick Ford Equestrian, Longframlington, Near Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 8EQ, www.search4astar.org.uk, www.racehorse2ridinghorse.co.uk

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SQUIRRELLS RIDING SCHOOL Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG

Making Riding Fun!!

Friendly, ows family run sh with Sunshine d Tour, TSR an Royal London qualiﬁers

Fun Show 30th March, 28th May, 27th August Arena Hire 5th April, 3rd May, 7th June, 5th July, 2nd August, 30th August Pony Day 6th April, 13th April, 1st June, 27th July, 3rd August, 17th August, 31st August Open Day 7th May

WILLOW FARM, FAVERSHAM Indoors: 4th March (Showing), 11th March (Jumping), 11th April (Easter Show). Outdoor Summer Shows: 29th April, 3rd June, 15th July & 30th September FARMING WORLD (SH & SJ plus Dog Show) Kent Festival - 13th May. Southern Counties – 2nd September DENNE HILL, WOMANSWOLD ODE & Hunter Trial – 16th June. Annual Open Show – 17th June BARVILLE FARM, DOVER 5th May & 8th August WHITE HORSE FARM, MEOPHAM 20th May, 1st July &19th Aug (Inc TSR Regional Champs) SAYWELL FARM, Nr. Leeds Castle, 22nd July & 12th August

Pony Camp 6th – 9th August Beach Rides Pony Club Centre Birthday Parties Call Hayley for a chat 01634 681000, 07713 323968 or email: i.squirrell@sky.com

www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

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8 July, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Aimed at competitors of all ages, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

10 July, Capricorn Equestrian,

www.foxytwinhorseboxes.co.uk enq@foxytwinhorseboxes.co.uk Telephone: 07921 316229

B O OK HAM RIDING CLUB

All events primarily held at The Club Field, River Lane, Leatherhead, Surrey

Dressage, Show Jumping, Versatile Trec, Combined Training, Gymkhana, Eventers Challenge, Equine Car Boot, and many more events. Including Sunshine Tour Qualiﬁers and ROR Qualiﬁers Shows open to members, non-members and juniors. For further details and membership application form, please visit

www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

15 July, Maidstone & District Riding

11-15 July, Bodiam International

15 July, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated

Arena, Garden of England International Festival of Western Riding Show, 2 x AQHA Split Combined (4 Shows) 2 x NRHA/BR Slates Goe Versatility, Ranch Classes, Bodiam International Arena, Court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse. com, www.sterlingranchuk.co.uk, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

18 July, Speedgate Events, Andrew

11 July, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage & Clear Round Evening, unaffiliated dressage & clear round show jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

13 July, Mount Mascal Stables, Friday Evenings Jump, (grass arenas), Nursery stakes 1’6” Starter stakes, 1’9” to 2’ Minimus 2’3” to 2’6” Pairs 2’3” Novice 2’6” (indoor if poor weather), Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

14-15 July, Eridge Horse Trials and

March 8th - 11th Noisy Associates BE Horse Trials April 13th - 15th UA Horse Trials

14 July, Newlands Corner Riding

May 12th - 13th Darley Lifestyle Eventers Challenge 19th - 21st Noisy Associates BE Horse Trials

Club, Open Unaffiliated Showjumping Show and Fun Showing Show, The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org

Tweseldown 2018 Dates

June 23rd - 24th UA Horse Trials July 7th - 9th BE Horse Trials September 8th - 9th UA Horse Trials 14th - 15th Darley Lifestyle Eventers Challenge October 6th - 7th BE Horse Trials 13th - 14th Darley Lifestyle Eventers Challenge All year round XC schooling - visit www.tweseldown.co.uk to book

EAST KENT HUNT Forthcoming Events

Open to All and including Pony Club Members except where stated Saturday 26th May – Combined Training (classes for all, PC Walk & Trot tests up Intermediate/ Eventing level, jumping - bottom hole to up to 1m) at Welwyn Stud, Hawkinge, CT18 8LS Sunday 20th May ODE – 80cms – 100cms at Denne Hill, Womenswold, Canterbury, CT4 6HD Contact Secretary Nicky Cameron, 01303 840036, nickycameron62@hotmail.com Saturday 19th May Tetrathlon – PC members only – Under 8, & Mini Minis ride at Denne Hill. Run, Shoot, Swim, Dover Leisure Centre Sunday 20th May Tetrathlon – Minis upward – Open Ride, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Canterbury, CT4 6HD Contact Secretary Sheila Parmenter, 07950 603638, andy.parmenter@ntlworld.com Thursday 9th August Mini ODE – up to 70cms at Welwyn Stud, Hawkinge, Kent CT18 8LS Contact Secretary Ginny Barwell, 07966 510938, ginny@front-room.com Schedules available for all events at www.branches.pcuk.org/eastkent

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Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

Country Market, Two Day Event See the thrills of eventing; watch the elegance of dressage, the pressures of show jumping and the bravery of the cross country phase, Novice to Open and local riders will be going head-to-head with top international competitors, ‘Dogs in the Park’ (on Sunday) and event which includes a fun dog show, dog agility, scurries and a distraction alley. There will be a falconry display, Country Market, Eridge Park, Eridge, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9JT, www.eridge-horsetrials.co.uk

and join us on Facebook For Omnibus Schedule send A5 SAE to: BRC Secretary, 14 Kimberley, Birch Hill, Bracknell RG12 7ZB

15 July, Colettes Shows, Showing

14 July, South Eastern Arabian Horse Group, Summer Show, ECAHO ‘C’ Show points system, Qualifiers: Arabian Horse Socirty, HOYS, CRABBETT, BACS & MIDLAND Young Rider 2018, Qualifing Show: UK AA/ PB In Hand Championships & Cherif, RASS Qualifiers, Equifest, All Stars & C.A.R.E., The South of England Show Ground Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL www.seahg.co.uk

14-15 July, Tweseldown, Darley Lifestyle Eventers Challenge, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, Email: tweseldown@gmail. co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk

15 July, APHS London Counties Show, (American Pleasure Horse Show), Open to all Breeds and Types. Combining the excitement and flair of the American and Foreign Breed classes with traditional English show classes we bring you the best of both showing worldsBreed specific classes for British Breeds & Foreign Breeds, Coloured Classes, Junior/ Youth classes and generic non-breed specific classes brought together for a great days show, Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AL, Email: lynnusauk@aol. com, http://lynnusauk.wix.com/aphs

15 July, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

Club, Open Eventers’ Challenge, Bonfleur Cross Country Course, Bonfleur Lane, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4BD, www.maidstoneridingclub.co.uk Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk Day Clinic, Andrew is an international event and dressage rider and trainer and a senior instructor and lecturer of the TTT with over 20 years’ experience. Attain a thorough understanding of the classical system of Dressage training, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Kim Atkinson, Telephone: 07834 170830, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

21 July, Capricorn Equestrian, Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

21 July, Mount Mascal Stables, Saturday Summer Dressage Series, (grass arenas), plus combined training, Intro C, Prelim 14 & 18, Jumping 1’9” to 2’6”, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

21 July, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated

Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

22 July, Colettes Shows, Showjumping

and Showing, Saywell Farm, Bedmonton, Wormshill, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 0EH, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

22 July, Great Bookham Shows, Showing Show, including affiliated qualifiers, VHS regional finals as well as BSPS, CHAPS, TSR, Sunshine Tour at Hickstead, Equifest, Chiltern and Thames Rider and BMHS qualifiers, Classes to suit all including working hunter, intro to showing, ridden horses, show ponies, in hand classes as well as fun, novelty classes, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

22 July, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

Course, Rother Valley Riding Club (Friends of Freddie) Open ODE, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

22 July, Newlands Corner Riding

Club, Open Unaffiliated Equi Cross (previously known as Jump Cross), The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org

22 July, Southdown Hunt East Pony

Club, Branch Show, Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AL, http://branches.pcuk.org/southdowneast/

22 July, Speedgate Events, Julia Buckle

Polework Clinic, Achive more suppleness in flatwork and learn new exercises to help your horse to be softer and rounder. Teaches you exercises for more varied schooling and to improve your dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

22-28 July, The Rockbourne Ride,

Adult’s Residential Camp, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Telephone: 01725 518297, www.tenantry.co.uk

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24-29 July, The Longines Royal

International Horse Show, International and National Show Jumping, Showing Championships, Carriage Driving, Scurry Driving, Side-saddle classes and lots more, Entertainment, Shopping, The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, West Sussex, RH17 5NU www.hickstead.co.uk

25 July, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Evening Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

27 July, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Day, Ride and make friends and enjoy being round the ponies, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

28-29 July, Chilham Park, Chilham

Castle International BE Horse Trials, (Two days), BE 80(T), BE90, BE 90 Open, BE100, BE100 Opene, BE100 plus, N, ON, CIC1*, Trade stands, Fun Dog Show (Sunday only), Chilham Castle Estate, Chilham, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk

28 July, Speedgate Events, Julia Buckle

29 July, F S Events, Dressage,

Warrigal Farm, Bean, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8EH, Telephone: 07957 76596, www.fsevents.co.uk

29 July, Matfield & District Riders

Association, Summer Show including Dressage, friendly classes include something for everyone, Dressage, in hand and ridden Showing as well as Showwjumping and clear round, Fun Classes, Refreshments, Tack Stall, Old Fowle Hall Oast, Willow Lane, Queen Street, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6PE, Telephone: 07834 494824, www.mdra.info

29 July, Speedgate Events, Team

Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@speedgate. co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

AUGUST 1 August, Great Bookham Shows,

Dressage & Clear Round Evening, unaffiliated dressage & clear round show jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

1 August, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Janine Lamy Cross Country Schooling, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www. lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

2 August, Capricorn Equestrian,

Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

2 August, Hurstpierpoint College

National Schools and Pony Club Jumping Championships, Championships feature a schools’ competition (split into junior and senior divisions) and a Pony Club team competition, for which the riders have to qualify in advance, The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, West Sussex, RH17 5NU www.hickstead.co.uk

3 August, Squirrells Riding School,

Pony Day, Ride and make friends and enjoy being round the ponies, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

5 August, Chipstead Riding Club, TRM

Summer Show, Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AL, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

5 August, Eridge Hunt Branch of The

Pony Club, Open Show in Eridge Park, Open to all - Pony Club & Non Pony Club Members, Eridge Park, Eridge, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9JT, Telephone: 01892 750002, email: fionawhitt@btinternet. com, http://branches.pcuk.org/eridge

5 August, Great Bookham Shows, Fun Summer Show, A jam packed day full of fun for everyone. There will be plenty on offer through out the day including dog showing, gymkhana, team and bareback dressage, fancy dress, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

Residential Horse Camps for Adults

at Juddwood Farm, Tonbridge, Kent Bring your horse for three days of great fun and excellent instruction. 7th, 8th & 9th September 2018 £295 Cross Country Course available for hire For more information call Jane on 01892 871080 or 07771 962339 www.juddwoodfarm.co.uk

ERIDGE HUNT BRANCH

5 August, Moat View Riding Club,

Open Show, Showjumping, Dressage (on a surface), Showing, Prizes for all class winners and more, Trenley Park, Stodmarsh Road, Fordwich Canterbury, Kent, CT3 4AR, Telephone: Jo Cocker 07751 238204, Email: jo@mountviewrc. co.uk, www.moatviewrc.co.uk

Events for 2018 Open to ALL Pony Club and NON Pony Club Members

5-11 August, The Rockbourne Ride, Adult’s Residential Camp, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Telephone: 01725 518297, www.tenantry.co.uk

Sunday 5th August Show in Eridge Park Sunday 18th November Dressage Competition at Bedgebury Park

5 August, SEIB Search for a Star and

Racehorse to Riding Horse 2018, Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifiers, Vale View Equestrian Centre, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 3LX, www.search4astar. org.uk, www.racehorse2ridinghorse.co.uk

Schedules on: http://branches.pcuk.org/eridge or contact Charlotte Hall. Tel: 07711 501729 eridgepc.secretary@gmail.com

5 August, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

5 August, Capricorn Equestrian,

6-9 August, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Camps, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www. squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 8 August, Colettes Shows, Showing

and Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Barville Road, Waldershare Dover, Kent, CT15 5BQ, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

MATFIELD & DISTRICT RIDERS ASSOCIATION

EVENTS 2018

www.mdra.info

Calling all riders whatever your ability or age, kids club under 15. Would you like to belong to a friendly riders association? Then check our website or Facebook. 13th April 2018 ... AGM @ Matfield Village Hall 7.30 for 8.00 come along and meet your committee presentations and refreshments. Info Sharon: 07834 494824 22nd April 2018 .. Dressage email:sharon@rickardsfoldingdoors.co.uk for schedule 12th May 2018 .... Clear Round Venue as Summer Show 29th July 2018 .... Summer Show inc Dressage @ Old Fowle Oast, Willow Lane, Queen Street Paddock Wood TN12 6PE. Secretary Sharon: 07834 494824. Classes inc Showing, Jumping, Fun Classes. Refreshments, Tack Stall, photographer. We hold various clinics and Kids Club Activities.

Kids Club Kerry Balmer: email wardkerry2003@yahoo.co.uk Clinics: Diane 07979 746390

9 August, East Kent Hunt Pony Club, Mini One Day Event, up to 70cms, Welwyn Stud, Hawkinge, Kent, CT18 8LS, http://branches.pcuk.org/eastkent/

11 August, Capricorn Equestrian,

Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

11 August, Newlands Corner Riding

Club, Open Unaffiliated Showjumping Show and Fun Showing Show, The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org

12 August, Bookham Riding Club, Afternoon Dressage & Clear Round Jumping, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

12 August, Colettes Shows,

Showjumping and Showing, Saywell Farm, Bedmonton, Wormshill, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 0EH, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@btinternet. com, www.cbequine.co.uk

12 August, Denmead Horse

Shows, ‘Budget’ Fun Show, Showing, Jumping, Dressage, TSR & South Downs SS Qualifiers, Denmead, Hampshire, (50.903951, -1.081739), www.denmeadhorseshows.co.uk

PYRFORD SADDLE CLUB

EVENTS FOR THIS YEAR, ALL TO BE HELD ON PYRFORD COMMON, OLD WOKING. Sunshine Tour Qualifiers.

Saturday 28th April Dressage and Mini Event Including an introduction to dressage class, normal dressage and a mini event to include a dressage test then course of show jumps and working hunter jumps.

Sundays 24th June and 2nd September Open Shows Super shows with in-hand and ridden classes for everyone, friendly, encouraging, great fun. £50 in hand championships. Super prizes, rosettes and money. Fun jumping classes. Novelty. A good day guaranteed! Send S.A. E for schedule to the Secretary: 3 Haynes Close, Ripley, Woking, Surrey GU236DZ . Contact 07951 477825 for info or website: www.surreycommunity.info/pyrfordsaddleclub Our shows are fun, friendly ,encouraging and absolutely great!

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Ashford Valley Hunt Pony Club

One Day Event 24th June 2018 Open to all Bonfleur XC course, Linton, Nr Maidstone To include PC Area 11 qualifier and PC Grassroots qualifier. 60cm to 100cm classes

Schedule via www.horse-events.co.uk

Moat View RC Events for 2018

5th August Open Show

Show jumping, dressage (on a surface) and showing.

Prizes for all class winners and more! Venue: Trenly Park nr Canterbury

16th September

Showing Show. Including the

VHS Regional Finals. Venue TBC For schedules/more information see www.moatviewrc.co.uk or Contact Club Secretary, Jo Cocker on 07751 238204 / jo@moatviewrc.co.uk

12 August, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Companion Dog Show and Lurcher Show, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Telephone: 01737 644255, Email: gina@ midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http://branches. pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/

15 August, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage & Clear Round Evening, unaffiliated dressage, unaffiliated show jumping classes & clear round, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

15 August, Speedgate Events, Andrew Day Clinic, Andrew is an international event and dressage rider and trainer and a senior instructor and lecturer of the TTT with over 20 years’ experience. Attain a thorough understanding of the classical system of Dressage training, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Kim Atkinson, Telephone: 07834 170830, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

16 August, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Evening Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

17 August, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Day, Ride and make friends and enjoy being round the ponies, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

18 August, Speedgate Events, Julia

Open Monday to Saturday, 9am - 5.30pm Old Talbot House, High Street, Cuckfield, West Sussex RH17 5JX Tel: 01444 454 164 Email: penfoldssaddlery@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.penfoldssaddlery.co.uk

27 August, Wildwoods Riding Centre, August Bank Holiday Ride, Ride to Walton Heath & Colley Hill. Opportunity for long canters in open country and a stop to water the horses and admire the view from Colley Hill. Riders need to be competent, Ebbisham Lane, Waltonon-the-Hill, Tadworth, (Nr Epsom), Surrey, KT20 5BH Telephone: 01737 812146, www.wildwoodsriding.co.uk

27 August, Squirrells Riding School,

Fun Show, Showing and Show Jumping, In Hand, Ridden Classes, and Clear Round, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, Kent, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

18 August, Rye & District Country Show,

29 August to 1 September, Adult Horsey Summer Camps, Enjoy 3 fun packed days with your horse, £405pp, Contact Amanda Hamley for booking form and more information, Plumpton College, Ditching Road, Nr Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE, Telephone: 07828 631542, Email: amanda.hamley1@gmail.com

Dressage, The Diamond Centre, Woodmansterne Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 4DT, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

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Riding Club, Open Unaffiliated Dressage & Showing Show, The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Telephone: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org

27 August, Wildwoods Riding Centre,

19 August, Chipstead Riding Club,

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26 August, Newlands Corner

Buckle Polework Clinic, Achive more suppleness in flatwork and learn new exercises to help your horse to be softer and rounder. Teaches you exercises for more varied schooling and to improve your dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk in aid of St Michael’s Hospice, Horse Show, Rye Classic Car Show, Dog Show, Craft Fair, Refreshment Stalls, and Pimms Tent, Elm Tree Farm, Icklesham, Winchelsea, East Sussex, (on the A259), TN36 4BH, https:// www.facebook.com/stmichaelshospice/

FOR ALL YOUR EQUESTRIAN NEEDS

26-27 August, Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show, A massive two-day countryside event on a showground the size of ten Wembley Stadiums which is the most spectacular August Bank Holiday day out in Surrey for the whole family. At the heart are close-up encounters with animals of all sizes – more creatures than you can see at almost any attraction in the South East. One of the largest equestrian events in the area, this huge section of the Show has around 1500 horses, ponies & donkeys competing in over 100 classes ranging from show jumping, HOYS qualifiers, carriage driving and Concours d’Elegance to mounted fancy dress events. New this year: Harwoods Landrover Knockout Showjumping, improved facilities and new Unaffiliated Novice Hunter and Working Hunter Classes, Ardenrun Showground, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LL, Telephone 01737 645843 office hours only, www.edenbridge-show.co.uk

19 August, Colettes Shows, White Horse Farm Show Jumping and Showing, Including TSR Reginal Champs. White Horse Farm, White Horse Lane, Harvel, Meopham, Kent, DA13 0UE, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

19 August, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8EH, Telephone: 07957 76596, www.fsevents.co.uk

19-23 August, The Rockbourne Ride, Adult’s Residential Camp Pony Club Mums, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact: Sue Pratt, Telephone: 01425 461625, www.tenantry.co.uk -19 August, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Aimed at competitors of all ages, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@speedgate. co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 25 August, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@speedgate. co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

August Bank Holiday Ride, Ride to Walton Heath & Colley Hill. Opportunity for long canters in open country and a stop to water the horses and admire the view from Colley Hill. Riders need to be competent, Ebbisham Lane, Waltonon-the-Hill, Tadworth, (Nr Epsom), Surrey, KT20 5BH Telephone: 01737 812146, www.wildwoodsriding.co.uk

30 August to 2 September, All

England Jumping Championships, Two different sections for amateur riders, there is something for every calibre of national rider from 1m to a £6,000 1.40mGrand Prix, Entertainment, The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, West Sussex, RH17 5NU www.hickstead.co.uk

31 August, Squirrells Riding School,

SEPTEMBER 1 September, Capricorn Equestrian,

Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

2 September, Bookham Riding Club, Dressage & Show Jumping inc Members Dressage Cups, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk 2 September, East Sussex Branch of the Pony Club, Hunter Trials, Open to all, Classes from 45cm up to 90cm, The East Sussex Branch Pony Club Field, Montague Farm, Hankham, Pevensey, BN24 5BB, www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

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Bank Holiday Monday 28th May 2018 Stoke Park, Guildford Dedicated M & M ring - open, novice, young rider and amateur ridden plus in-hand and WHP. RIHS qualifiers - hunters, cobs, riding horse and ridden skewbald & piebald. BS County Stakes and Area Trial. New! Side saddle costume concours d’elegance. And more! Enter online at

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Or send SAE, marked ‘Equine schedule’ to SCAS, 8 Birtley Courtyard, Bramley, Surrey, GU5 0LA

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DESIGN + BUILD ALL-WEATHER

ARENAS and GALLOPS

... in sand or woodchip and oil synthetic sur faces ... competitive prices ... built to your requirements ... satisfaction guaranteed.

Brogini are one of the leading online riding boot specialists,dedicated to supplying only the most elegant and hard wearing riding boots.

Call JIM BOYCE for details and BROCHURE

Tel: 01273 844007 or 07860 206269 www.jbarenas.co.uk • e-mail: info@jbarenas.co.uk

Rockrose Farm, Clayton Hill, Pyecombe, Brighton BN45 7FF

MILLER EQUESTRIAN SERVICES

W. www.brogini.com

T. +44(0)1706 514 230

E. sales@brogini.com

EQUINE SERVICES

Building Construction For The Equestrian & Farming World ● Arenas Built To The Highest Specification, Arena ‘Top Ups’ & repair work undertaken. ● Wax coating supplied to your new or existing arena for surface spring, dust suppressant and consistent going reducing tracking times. ● Concrete bases for Stables, barns & yards. Driveways & roadways constructed in block paving & tarmac, hard standing laid. ● All types of fencing erected, services etc. A full range of machinery available with experienced operators & staff. ● Flood and low level arena lighting. SURVEILLANCE & ALARM SYSTEMS INSTALLED. FREE ADVICE & ESTIMATES GIVEN

Telephone: 01892 838458 answer machine Mobile: 07889 139870 Email: millerequi@btinternet.com

www.millerequestrianservices.co.uk

FEED, BEDDING & SADDLERY

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Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 9am – 6pm • Sunday 9am – 1pm.

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FENCING

SHELTERS / STABLES

encing Servi F ce . Specialists B . in deer, stock,

Family run business with over 45+ years of experience, from concept to completion. Steel frame buildings, cladding and associated works.

equestrian fencing and gates. Tel: 01474 707414 / 07710 500790 nbfencingservices@btinternet.com

Specialists in: • Equestrian, agricultural & light industrial buildings • In house fabrication • Planning services available

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Retirement Livery Vacancies occasionally available

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• AMERICAN BARNS • TRADITIONAL STABLES • STABLE & WALKER BASES • GROUNDWORKS • REFURBISHMENTS & REPAIRS • DRAINAGE LANDSCAPING • FENCING

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RUG WASHING

01323 848684

Family run business covering the South East Tel: 01892 611590 or call the mobile on 07796 031647

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RUG WASH

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FROM SHIRE TO SHETLAND HORSE RUG CLEANING RE-PROOFING, REPAIR SERVICE

Telephone/Fax: 01424 215222 or 01580 881231

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SHELTERS / STABLES

LEVADE SYSTEMS Manufacturer of stables, mobile shelters, ﬁeld shelters, ancillary buildings and other larger style timber buildings

Levade Systems Ltd, Lines Farm Estate, Parrock Lane, Colemans Hatch, Hartﬁeld, Sussex. TN7 4HT

Telephone: 01342 824117

www.levadesystems.co.uk

TRANSPORT Advertise in Localrider to reach your target audience in the South East Tel: 01892 863062 www.localrider.co.uk

www.southeastequestriantransport.co.uk

TRANSPORT FOR YOUR HORSE Telephone Virginia on 07809 174513 for a quote

We offer a friendly, experienced transport service for your horse, based in Heathﬁeld, East Sussex Transport to the vet, shows, new yard, collect or deliver a new horse, etc. DEFRA, WATO Approved, Fully Insured

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