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Your Veterans 11 pages of readers’ Veterans and their stories

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Contents March/April ’19 EDITOR

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

Features 14 A Career in Racing 16 Celebrating your Veterans 28 Take your horse on holiday 35 Spring Pasture Management 37 Best bar none 39 Parasite Testing Programme 41 Testing for Tapeworm in horses 42 Feeding the Mare with Foal 44 Coakham Bloodhounds Meet 48 Eventing News 50 Where to go Cross Country Schooling 55 Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome

82 Reader of the Month – Ella Henchie 82 Coming Next Issue 83 A day in the life of Steve Frame

ART EDITOR Sam Reeves

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Cover: Kitty Ashby and Rebels Skytime, 90cm Arena Eventing Champion at the SEEL ‘Vardags’ Final at Coombelands

Plan your season

with our Show Dates

and Where to go Cross Country Schooling Guides

Your Veterans 11 pages of readers’ Veterans and their stories

Picture by LRG Photography Show Reports & Local News… and more from across the region COVERING KENT, SUSSEX, SURREY, HAMPSHIRE, BERKSHIRE & THE

ISLE of WIGHT

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Regulars 4 News 12 Spotlight – Mike Aiken 30 Regional Roundup 40 British Showjumping News 66 Feed News 68 Show Dates 80 Classifieds

Show & Event Reports 46 Arena Eventing at Petley Wood 56 East Sussex Pony Club Dressage Show 58 Endurance GB Christmas Ride 60 Equi-Fun Awards 2018 62 Southdown & Eridge Hunt Show Jumping Show 64 Arena Eventing Finals at Coombelands Competitions & Offers 4 Win tickets to the Hickstead Derby Meeting 6 Win tickets to an Evening with Emile Faurie 8 Win tickets to Bolesworth International Horse Show 54 Giveaways

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his issue highlights everything that is fantastic about equestrianism. There are 11 pages dedicated to readers’ veterans. These treasures of the equine world have led rich and varied lives with many still competing into their late 20s. See page 16 to read more. One of the ponies featured, Bonnie, is now teaching her owner Shelley Cousins’ daughter Amelia to ride. Bonnie turns 30 in April and we wanted to take this opportunity of wishing her a fantastic birthday, which she is celebrating with her pony friends. Older horses and ponies are wonderful at passing on their wisdom and experience to the next generation and one should never underestimate an older horse or pony when they are looking to purchase their next equine friend. I thought you might like to see my own horse, Emily (pictured right), now aged 28, who was happy for my nieces to ride her during the February halfterm. Emily now lives a pampered life in retirement with my mother, who bred her. If only I could turn the clock back twenty years.

Birthday Celebrations!

Mike Aiken found his perfect horse in Henry, another equine of a certain vintage. Mike has owned Henry for the past three years and enjoys hacking, combined with a small amount of hunting and competing. We caught up with Mike on the morning of his eightieth birthday at The Rotherfield Woodlands Riding Club Winter Dressage Show, which was being held at Mayfield School in East Sussex. Mike’s friends surprised him with a small picnic party, fabulous cake included. You can find out more on page 12.

Cross Country Schooling As I sit at my desk writing, the sun is shining outside, and the ground is perfect for cross country schooling. We have been running the “Where to go Cross Country Schooling” Guide (see page 50) for a number of years now, and I was delighted this year to see the addition of new courses as well as some fabulous improvements made to existing ones. We hope you have an amazing time visiting as many of the courses as you can.

Show Dates Guide

This issue also includes the annual Show Dates Guide with 12 pages of local events for the coming season. Turn to page 68. There is something for everyone, whether you enjoy dressage, jumping, showing or hacking through beautiful countryside. Whilst there is so much to look forward to, I must remind you of the sad news of equine flu outbreaks around the country. If your horse hasn’t been vaccinated in the last six months, it is recommended to seek advice from your own vet, as to whether a booster is required. For those of you going out to compete, remember to check the organiser’s website for updated details of what inoculations they require your horse to have and any other requirements. Whatever you do or wherever you go this summer, remember to keep in touch via social media or email as we love knowing what you have been up to. Have fun!

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NEWS Funnels support the Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund The Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund (MDIRF) is delighted to welcome legendary equestrians, William and Pippa Funnell, as the latest high-profile Vice Presidents to lend their support to this small but significant Charity.

ounded by British Riding Instructor Anna Skippon, Baybee’s Riding School in Luxembourg offers summer riding camps in the beautiful Luxembourg countryside. Running throughout July and August the camps offer children aged seven and over the opportunity to enjoy a jam-packed week of riding, learning and fun. Children travelling alone can be collected from the airport, or why not consider making it a family holiday, with parents being able to stay in a nearby bed and breakfast. Some of you may know Baybee’s founder, Anna Skippon, as she grew up and competed regularly in East Sussex before moving to Luxembourg seven years ago. www.baybeesridingschool.com

Pippa and William join other Charity VIPs, Founder of The Liverpool Horse Show & Bolesworth International Nina Barbour, ITN News presenter Alastair Stewart, International Showjumpers Scott Brash, Nick Skelton and Olympic eventer Gemma Tattersall. The Mark Davies Injured Riders Fund is the only UK Charity that doesn’t just help injured riders; it helps anyone injured in a horse related accident where no other help is readily available. The Charity relies entirely on donations and support from the equestrian community to continue their invaluable work. www.mdirf.co.uk

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Summer Camps in Luxembourg

When asked why they were keen to support the Charity by formal association, Pippa said: “William and I are both delighted to become Vice Presidents of MDIRF. We are passionate about our lives with our equine friends, but unfortunately accidents go with the industry. The work of MDIRF really can make a difference to supporting injured riders and their families to raising awareness and campaigning on safety issues within the industry.”

Win Tickets to The Hickstead Derby Meeting Animal nutrition company, Alltech are giving away a pair of tickets to The Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting, which takes at the All England Showground at Hickstead from 20th to 23rd June. This year sees Alltech celebrate its fifth year as sponsor of the showing classes at the legendary event which is one of the highlights of the equestrian summer calendar. Across the classes being supported by Alltech at Hickstead, there are a number of Horse of the Year Show qualifying tickets on offer, and they will once again be the official sponsor of the Small Hunter Championship, the Maxi Cob, Small and Large Riding Horse classes, the Supreme Hack Championship and Working Hunter class. The tickets up for grabs are for two guests to attend any day between Thursday and Saturday. For your chance to win, complete the entry form on page 54. The Lifeforce Range of all-natural, daily digestive aid supplements from Alltech is designed to benefit horses of every stage of life, from breeding stock to pleasure and performance animals. Visit www.lifeforcehorse.co.uk

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Windmill Feedstore & Saddlery Here to Stay The Windmill Feeds feedstore and saddlery at Cross in Hand, were previously under threat of closure as the result of their site’s previous owners looking to develop the property. The branch based near Heathfield in East Sussex is no longer under the threat of closure after the owners of Windmill Feeds permanently secured ownership of the site. Speaking after the successful purchase, Martin Hook said: “It’s great news on several fronts, the entrance to the property can now be improved so that the visibility is better as you enter and exit the site, it has secured employment in the local area for the staff who work on the site and it has staved off the possibility of customers having to travel further to buy their pet food, animal feed or saddlery items. The staff at both the feedstore and the saddlery will continue to offer great service and advice, whether it’s about feeding your animals, your pets, or any equestrian needs for you and your horse.” If you want to find out more about what Windmill Feeds & Saddlery can offer you, your pets or your animals please visit www.windmillfeeds.co.uk

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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

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Cranleigh Riding for Disabled Group is running its annual fundraising sponsored ride on Good Friday 19th April. The ride goes through the wonderful countryside of Albury Heath, just south of Guildford. There are two routes to choose from, an 11 mile and a 3 mile one for accompanied riders. By taking part riders are contributing to improving the lives of many people with special needs, who, like them, simply love to ride horses.

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How Hoof Proof are your feet? Has your horse made a good impression on you? If not, you are one of the lucky ones. Of all accidents at the stables foot injuries are by far the most common. It all happens in a flash of a second, often resulting in, at best a bruise and at worst, a broken toe. Yet wearing properly constructed boots with toe protection would eliminate most of the risks. Boots made to the correct safety standards can withstand a compression in excess of 1000 kilo, which is more than the weight of most horses. Feel safe and comfortable with Equitector long and short boots. www.equitector.com

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Equetech Competition Collection Great Bookham Show Centre Situated in the Surrey Hills, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre (GBEC) boasts a combination of excellent grass and all-weather arenas attracting competitors from across the region for events such as showing, dressage, show jumping and eventer’s challenge. Whether you are an accomplished rider wanting to qualify for the Sunshine Tour Championships at Hickstead, CHAPS, EquiFest, The Showing Register, Wales & West or you are just looking for a fun and friendly event to attend with your horse/pony, GBEC provides something for everyone.

ooking and feeling great with the Equetech competition collection is easy when you have fabric technology and great design combined. The Equetech Power Mesh Riding Base is a long-sleeved, technical shirt with wicking and breathable properties. Featuring a stylish stretch contrast mesh on the underside of the sleeves for full ventilation. Available in Navy, Teal and Tangerine. The Equetech Ultima Quick Change TailCoat is two jackets in one. This beautiful jacket comes with detachable tails which when removed, reveal a shorter coat tail finish. Perfect for the rider who has more than one horse competing at different levels or for those who share their wardrobe with their daughters. Featuring exclusive crystal buttons and paisley satin waistcoat points, you’ll never have to remember to take two jackets in the lorry again. Machine washable with wipe clean and weighted tails. www.equetech.com

Shows start on 28th April with a full day of showing and dressage, and the evening shows come online from 8th May, featuring unaffiliated and BD Quest competitions. Show jumping and eventer’s challenges follow on in the summer. www.gbec.info MARCH/APRIL 2019 Localrider 5

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WIN! An evening with Emile Faurie

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op international dressage rider, Emile Faurie, is set to inspire the audience at Hadlow College on Wednesday 27th March. Emile will be bringing four of his horses to demonstrate his training methods from young horses to Grand Prix. He has represented Great Britain at Olympic, World and European Championships level, making him one of Britain’s most successful riders. The event is being organised by Hadlow College’s second year BSc Equine Training and Management students as part of their event module. They have been responsible for securing the rider and will be marketing and promoting the event, as well as doing all of the on the day event management. The annual lecture demonstration is always a highlight of the Hadlow calendar for students and the public. It follows on from the success of last year’s sell out Mark Todd demonstration. For your chance to win a pair of tickets complete the entry form on page 54. Tickets: £25, Group discount 10 or more: £22.50, Hadlow College Students: £10. Wednesday 27th March 2019, 19.00 – 22.00 (doors open at 18.00). Hadlow College, Hadlow, Tonbridge, Kent TN11 0AL To purchase tickets please visit: hadlow.ac.uk/emilefaurie. For event info contact: equineevents@hadlow.ac.uk or call 01732 853 721.

Exciting new classes at the Surrey County Show The Surrey County Agricultural Society is delighted to announce exciting new classes at the 2019 Surrey County Show. For the first time, the Show will be hosting Veteran Horse Society Ridden Veteran classes. Three classes will be on offer: Pre-veteran (15 – 19 years), Veteran (20 – 24 years) and Diamond Veteran (25 years and over), they will all be open to horses and ponies of any breed and height. As well as generous prize money in each class, the Champion Veteran will also receive a special prize from Allen & Page, a Champion rosette and £40. The Reserve Champion will receive £30. The Show will be a first round qualifier for the Veteran Horse of the Year 2019 which is sponsored by Allen & Page. The top four in each class will qualify for the VHS Regional Finals. The classes are open to members and non-members of the VHS. For further information visit www.veteran-horse-society.co.uk Another exciting addition to the 2019 Show is the introduction of the FG Barnes Grade C Welcome Stakes incorporating Equine Myoplast Foxhunter, to be hosted in the Grand Arena before the Savills County Stakes and the Area Trial. The class will offer a prize fund of £600. Both these additions will give the more amateur rider the opportunity to ride at a prestigious County Show and compete for qualifiers and prize money. The Surrey County Show also hosts a myriad of classes including RIHS qualifiers for hunters, cobs and coloureds. Mountain & Moorland ridden, in-hand and WHP, RoR and Tattersalls Ridden Show Series and Side Saddle costume concours d’elegance also feature.

The 2018 SEIB Search for a Star Mountain and Moorland Champions

SEIB Search for a Star Mountain and Moorland Championship Following a hugely successful first year, the SEIB Insurance Brokers Search for a Star Mountain and Moorland Championship is all set for 2019. The final will be held at top national equestrian event, Your Horse Live at Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire on the 8th November 2019. In 2018, the Search for a Star Mountain and Moorland Championship was the first ever competition held at Your Horse Live. Both SEIB and the organisers of Your Horse Live were delighted with how it all went and are looking forward to the 2019 finals. SEIB Marketing Manager Nicolina Mackenzie said: “We are truly delighted to be able to give amateur Mountain and Moorland enthusiasts the opportunity to compete for a national showing title. SEIB are committed to putting on professionally run competitions for amateur riders. Search for a Star is now in its 23rd year and we are continually looking at ways to include more riders in the series and help them achieve their dreams”. The SEIB Search for a Star Mountain and Moorland Championship is open to pure-bred Mountain and Moorland ponies ridden by amateur riders. At each qualifier, two large breed and two small breed ponies will qualify for the Championship. Both the qualifying classes and the SEIB Mountain and Moorland Championship will be judged 50% on conformation and 50% on performance. Leading equine Insurance brokers, SEIB Insurance Brokers provide cover for horses, horse boxes, yards and much more. The company has a long association with the showing world and is renowned for ‘putting something back’ by supporting equestrian events and activities.

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For full details, rules and entry forms visit www.search4astar.org.uk and follow the link to the Mountain and Moorland Championship.

Frensham Sponsored Horse Ride The second Frensham Sponsored Horse Ride (FSHR) is being held on Sunday 28th April. The FSHR is run and managed by The Hedgehogs of Farnham, Farnham’s local charity helping Local People in Need and organisations in and around Farnham, Surrey. The event in 2018 raised a net income of £13,000 with over 500 riders taking part. The FSHR is a 10 Mile ride through beautiful scenery, across well drained sandy, undulating, heathland with hills, with optional jumps. Entry for the FSHR is £30 which includes the entry fee of £10 and minimum recommended sponsorship of £20. Entries for this year’s FSHR will be limited to 600, so book your place on-line now to enjoy this superb ride starting at Stockbridge Farm, Tilford, Surrey. www.frenshamshr.org

The Surrey County Show takes place on Bank Holiday Monday 27th May, at Stoke Park, Guildford, GU1 1ER. www.surreycountyshow.co.uk 6 Localrider MARCH/APRIL 2019

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NEWS Win Tickets to The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show We have four pairs of tickets to giveaway to the Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show, which takes place from 12th to 16th June in the stunning grounds of Bolesworth Castle near Tattenhall, Chester.

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The four lucky winners will each receive a pair of tickets for Thursday 13th when competition includes the Theraplate UK Freestyle dressage in the morning before the 4* show jumping gets underway in the afternoon. The Eventing Grand Prix, which proved such a hit last year, returns for the evening while Club Boles will rock to Beach Party themed anthems. Champagne and cocktails, luxury shopping, and high class hospitality, meet fantastic family entertainment, world class sport and a brilliant line up of evening entertainment with extensive facilities to camp onsite if you would like to extend your stay, so why not take advantage of this fantastic competition. For your chance to win complete the entry form on page 54. www.bolesworthinternational.com

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Bernard Weatherill Polartec 1/4 Zip Neck Fleece Polartec’s Classic 200 fabric boasts being a superior insulating technology, without the weight. The lofted fibre structure creates thermal air pockets to prevent heat loss and regulate core warmth. A breakthrough in design construction, the fleece is highly weather resistant, durable and yet soft to the touch. The ¼ Neck Fleece allows you to fight off the chill acting as either a top layer on dry days, or as added insulation underneath a jacket on wetter days. This fleece is available in a range of colours, including some brighter options in men’s and women’s styles. Perfect for life enjoyed both in and outside of the countryside. This fleece features two zip-up pockets, and a ¼ length zip from the neck down. www.bernardweatherill.com LR Comment: This is a fabulous fleece, which is extremely well made from beautiful lightweight fleece. It has been great to wear as a layer over winter, but moving into spring I will be wearing it as an outer layer.

Enter at A – and other tales Popular East Sussex author and dressage judge, Lyn Watts, has written a handy booklet for the beginner in the gentle art of dressage. Lyn felt that there was a real need for an inexpensive guide aimed at pointing out common errors in dressage tests at the lower levels. It also has a small section for those organising small shows on the correct etiquette and timings. The aim is to encourage organisers to win over their judges at a very early stage so that they stay loyal to them for the years to come. Enter at A – and other tales of terror illustrates the 40 x 20 metre arena and draws out some of the common movements of the earlier dressage tests so that the rider is familiar with what the judge is looking for (and, indeed, can see) in circles, diagonals and serpentines. It also explains some of the more usual mistakes the judge marks down such as poor ring-craft and breaking some of the basic rules. The book will assist the beginner in improving marks in competition thereby giving improved confidence and encouragement to progress. Launched in November 2018, the book has proved an instant hit. As with all of Lyn’s books, it is published by WattKnott Publishing and is priced at just £5. Copies can be obtained from Farthing Saddlery at Three Cups, Heathfield, John’s Cross Tackroom, Sian’s Saddlery at Coopers Green, Uckfield, Lusted Feeds near Hankham, Eastbourne, Follyfoot in Hailsham or direct from the publishers postage free www.wattknottpublishing.co.uk, as well as online via Ebay or Amazon. A Kindle version is in the pipeline and will be available very soon too.

London Harness Horse Parade The London Harness Horse Parade, one of the oldest and most wellloved carriage driving events in the country, will again take place at the South of England Centre, Ardingly, West Sussex on Easter Monday 22nd April. Any owner of a cart or carriage or historic vehicle is welcome to take part in the parade to depict transportation through the ages. 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). 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. This annual Easter event is excellent value for a family costing just £10 per adult with children and parking is free. The event will also feature stationary engines, trade stands, refreshments and horse drawn wagon rides.

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The 2019 Parade starts at 9am with car exhibitors providing a static display whilst the Veterinary and Farriery inspections take place at 10am, followed at 10.30 am by judging of the light and then heavy horse turnouts. The gates open at 8.30am for spectators to watch the exhibits being prepared, admire the historic and classic vehicles in attendance and visit the trade stands to do some Easter shopping as well as enjoy some refreshments. The Main Parade and presentation of prizes will take place following completion of judging and inspections later in the morning. www.lhhp.co.uk

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Dyffryngwy Sir Picasso ridden by Emma Boardman - third

a perfectly square halt before completely dropping her reins and giving Buzby a huge hug. Buzby is no stranger to the big arena having been previously campaigned very successfully

Olympia Christmas crowd. With the best of breeds awarded, the countdown for the supreme title in reverse order began and the atmosphere could have been cut with a knife.

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EquinePatch was born from the success of using magnets on a splint, on our LR SHP HOYS champion Uphill Toy Soldier. We used a patch made of Neodymium Earth magnets, sourced from a friend who makes magnetic therapy items for humans.

We believe that an EquinePatch should form part of everyone’s horsecare kit, splints and leg issues are about timing, the quicker you can aid healing, the better for your horse.

All our products use Neodymium rare earth magnets at 2800 Gauss per magnet making them one of the strongest products available on the market. They are also made in the UK and more affordable than most magnetic products available, plus they are 100% non-invasive.

“I have been using the EquinePatch since it was first released on two of our ponies. Our HOYS winner Cadlanvalley Mikado has benefited enormously from the positive effects of this new product; he had a splint that was potentially going to end his show career. I use the patch on him every day, 12 hours on and 12 hours off and I’m so pleased with the results I even brought a spare! Because of the size of the patch it’s perfect for targeting specific areas so it’s great for the treatment of something like a splint. I would highly recommend the Equine Patch to anyone!”

The feedback since our launch in November 2018 has been amazing, and the product has been sold to top show producers and amateurs alike. We also make bespoke products such as wraps and boots for horses and humans.

Hayley Grota has also had great results using the EquinePatch:

This bipolar magnetic patch incorporates 4 x 2800 GUASS Neodymium magnets. This path, which is 100% non-evasive will help with the treatment and healing of splints, arthritis, windgalls, spavins, thorough-pins and tendon injuries. The patch can be placed to target a specific area, and is held in place by a bandage or boot.

Helps treatment for: Splints  Arthritis Windgalls  Spavins Thorough-pins Tendon injuries We recommend that this product is used alongside current treatment and not as a replacement for veterinary services. Always seek advice from your vet.

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NEWS Two Brains One Aim

ric Smiley, FBHS together with Ellie Hughes has written a brilliantly incisive book, packed full of extremely practical exercises, called, Two Brains One Aim: A Riding Coach’s Key Concepts for bringing Horse and Rider Together. Eric says: The book is aimed at riders, coaches, and anyone interested in learning more about how humans and horses interact. I have tried to harness my own experiences when I cover the three main disciplines, dressage, show jumping and eventing, and how they relate to one another. I look at how those in a coaching position can guide riders to perform better by making their lives less complicated and more fulfilling, and I examine how riders can apply the same principles to training their horses and become self-sufficient.” Published by the Kenilworth Press, find out more at www.quillerpublishing.com

Simply Scrumptious Equerry Minty Treats Equerry Minty Treats make the perfect reward for your horse or pony and have a lovely spearmint flavour. These delicious healthy treats come in a 20kg size – ideal for larger yards or sharing! A healthy treat option, Minty Treats are fibre-based nuggets, low in sugar and are ‘NonHeating’ 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. www.equerryhorsefeeds.com

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NAF Five Star Magic Magic is a magnesium calmer with a difference. It’s a five star formula that contains a unique combination of herbs and nutrients known to help relax muscle tissue and support concentration. Magnesium is an essential nutrient to a horse’s wellbeing, and among its many roles is the regulation of nervous tension. As magnesium also acts on muscle tension, a horse low in magnesium may appear ‘tight’ in his way of going and express excitability or a lack of confidence. Low magnesium may be caused by a grazing deficiency or simply a horse or pony’s individual metabolism. Magnesium levels can also be reduced by regular travel and competition. Magic is more than just magnesium; it also contains a blend of herbs chosen for their traditional use in supporting confidence and concentration. The unique blend of magnesium and herbal support of Magic enables the horse to tackle all that is asked of it, calmly and confidently. Note: NAF are pleased to confirm that the magnesium used in Magic does not contravene FEI rules and is safe for use in all horses. www.naf-equine.eu/uk

EquinePatch Magnets Alex Aungier proprietor of EquinePatch says: “EquinePatch was born from the success of using magnets on a splint, on our LR SHP HOYS Champion Uphill Toy Soldier. We used a patch made of Neodymium Earth magnets, sourced from a friend who makes magnetic therapy items for humans. All our products use Neodymium rare earth magnets at 2800 Gauss per magnet making them one of the strongest products available on the market. They are also made in the UK and more affordable than most magnetic products available, plus they are 100% non-invasive. The feedback since our launch in November 2018 has been amazing, and the product has been sold to top show producers and amateurs alike. We also make bespoke products such as wraps and boots for horses and humans. We believe that an EquinePatch should form part of everyone’s horse care kit, splints and leg issues are about timing, the quicker you can aid healing, the better for your horse. Hayley Grota has also had great results using the EquinePatch: “I have been using the EquinePatch since it was first released on two of our ponies. Our HOYS winner Cadlanvalley Mikado has benefited enormously from the positive effects of this new product; he had a splint that was potentially going to end his show career. I use the patch on him every day, 12 hours on and 12 hours off and I’m so pleased with the results I even brought a spare. Because of the size of the patch it’s perfect for targeting specific areas so it’s great for the treatment of something like a splint. I would highly recommend the Equine Patch to anyone.” www.equinepatch.co.uk

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CAREERS

“Successful completion of the pre-apprenticeship course leads to a full-time paid job”

A Career in Racing?

Did you know that you can study for an Apprenticeship in the Horseracing industry? You don’t have to be able to ride, but loving horses or animals and the great outdoors will help. Plus, if you complete your studies successfully, you’re guaranteed a placement in a yard as a Trainee Racing Groom to work through your apprenticeship.

acing and Thoroughbred breeding offers a range of exciting and challenging roles and training opportunities. You could be involved with breeding or racing some of the best horses in the country or even the world, plus there are opportunities to pursue a career in another part of this diverse industry. From Racing Grooms and Digital Editors to Stud Hands and Catering Staff, there is something for everyone in this historic sport. British Racing is a major industry, worth over £3.45 billion annually to the national economy, it is the second largest spectator sport and is responsible for 85,000 direct and indirect full-time jobs.

Training courses There are over 14,000 people working directly with racehorses, many of whom will be Racing Grooms and Stud Hands. They will have learnt their skills in riding and looking after horses at one of the dedicated industry training providers in Britain. The British Racing School in Suffolk and Northern Racing College in Yorkshire, both deliver a wide range of training courses

including the Apprenticeship in Racehorse Care, a common route into horseracing for young people who want to ride and look after racehorses. For those who want to explore the breeding side of the industry, looking after mares and foals, the National Stud in Newmarket offers an Entry to Stud Employment course and a Diploma course.

Working with racehorses

Imagine if your job was to look after and ride racehorses every day. It’s the perfect job in a fast-paced industry, which also comes with potential for career progression, a structured pay scheme and opportunities to travel the world. Now you just need to know how you access the Horseracing world, well it’s much easier than most people think. You don’t need any experience, you don’t need to find your job, but you do need to investigate the courses on offer at The British Racing School and the Northern Racing College.

British Racing School

The British Racing School runs an Apprenticeship programme in Racehorse Care which is open to absolute beginners.

What’s the catch? There isn’t one, as long as you are an EU citizen aged 16 to 22-years-old and are physically fit, then you will be invited to the School for an interview. If you prove you have what it takes you will be accepted onto a 14 week pre-apprenticeship programme. Successful completion, at the required standard, of the pre-apprenticeship course, leads to a fulltime paid job in the horseracing industry where you are supported in completing your Apprenticeship.

The start of the journey… The Apprenticeship can be just the start of your journey in racing. The multi-million pound industry offers an array of career options, including working as Stable Staff, a Jockey, Travelling Head Person, Trainer or perhaps even branching out into Bloodstock sales. Whichever option appeals there are training courses and qualifications to assist you in making your job your career and your career your dream job. With a career in horseracing, you’ll never look back, be prepared for a life that offers travel, excitement and a future full of opportunity.

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BRITANNIA ROYAL

16.2 / 2013 / liver chestnut / British Sport Horse graded stallion out of the triple 5* winning mare Headley Britannia (by Jumbo) This lovely young stallion is an elegant, modern blood-type event horse, 70%+ TB, with fabulous international bloodlines on both sides of his pedigree. He ﬁnished his second season eventing with four consecutive immaculate double-clears and top ten placings; he is an equally talented show jumper, easily qualifying for the BS Discovery second rounds this summer. Britannia Royal is a short-coupled uphill horse with excellent conformation, balanced rhythmical paces, a quick athletic jump, and a tremendously calm, trainable temperament. His ﬁrst two crops of foals are very correct and eye catching; his two oldest offspring are already winners in-hand at County level. He has exceptional fertility, from both chilled and frozen semen.

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astlehill Ka La La has found his perfect new jockey in Issy Butcher, as they both live for show jumping. Issy’s family bought the now 21-year-old 13.2hh Irish pony last June, since when Issy has qualified for the Springboard final at Southview in April, which has a starting height of 1m. They have also qualified for the Stepping Stones final at the National Championships. Issy’s mother, Hannah Norman said: “Castlehill Ka La La is very fast and years old doesn’t like to trot much but is a wise owl who knows his job and has the kindest heart. With his previous owners he jumped at Hickstead in the 138cm Winter Championship coming fifth.” Issy hopes to jump in the Graham Heaths, which are 1.05m, later this year.

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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.

Take your horse on holiday!

South Downs National Park

he 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

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.

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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. Short breaks £140 a night for cottage, £14 a night each for horse including bedding/hay.

“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”.

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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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

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Spring Pasture Management i

f horses and ponies have been grazing all winter, it is likely that their paddocks will be over grazed and poached. come spring, the grass will be in need of extra nutrients and a bit of maintenance work, this is normally carried out in march and april when the land is drying out and warming up.

Harrowing & Rolling

The first thing to do is harrow; this will pull out dead grasses, spread muck not picked up through the winter and level hoof marks. if the ground is bad you could do this job twice but in different ways across the fields. next is rolling, do not let it get too dry before doing this or it will be a waste of time. Finishing with Suregrow fertiliser helps to stimulate root development, resulting in a denser sward which helps suppress weed growth. Suregrow fertiliser has been developed to be slow release and low in nitrogen, avoiding lush high protein grass which can be harmful to horses and ponies.

After a long, cold winter, it is time to give your paddocks some TLC to maximise grass growth and provide improved grazing for as many months as possible. Here we talk to Jonathan Cox of Suregrow fertiliser to find out what you can do to improve the quality and condition of your paddocks.

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ensure your paddocks are not mineral deficient by using cSm. it is a blend of calcified seaweed, cSm is created from sustainable sources, sun dried sea salt and a natural source of magnesium. This helps makes sure your grass is of the best quality and gives it an extra boost. choose any grass seed you use carefully, a good paddock mixture should be hard wearing, quick to establish and contain the right blend for your paddock. Suregrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grass seed range consists of paddock grass Seed mix, Fast grass, meadow and laminitics grass mix.

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it is important to over sow poached or damaged areas, as these can become invaded with weeds. The grass seed can be spread by hand or drill or by a fertiliser spreader. horses and ponies are very choosey eaters and will not graze those areas where there are droppings. if possible, these should be removed on a daily or weekly basis. For more information or advice please contact Suregrow on 01423 223045 or visit www.suregrowuk.com

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There’s now a much more scientific method of matching a bit to horse, thanks to Bombers Bits’ new mouth moulding concept.

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ombers Bits’ new mouth moulding concept aims to accurately fit a bit mouthpiece to the horse’s mouth conformation, using dental impression material that creates a replica of the horse’s bars, where the bit mouthpiece sits. During the process, an equine dental technician (eDT) opens the horse’s mouth up; Bombers Bits’ mouth moulding specialist, Sue gilliatt, then moulds the horse’s bars, using high-detail impression material set in plaster of paris. Then, a bit is collaboratively chosen.

What are the bars?

Understanding our individual horse’s bar conformation is key to bitting successfully. But what exactly are the bars? looking from the side, they are situated at the area that appears as the ‘empty space’ or interdental area between the horse’s incisor and molar teeth. The bars are sensitive areas of soft gum tissue; there’s no muscle. There are two bars below the tongue in the lower equine jaw, set around 2 to 4 cm apart, and they’re roughly the width and shape of a human finger, as you can see from the pictures (top right) of equine mouth moulds. They are essentially the bars of the mandible bone, and the dimensions or anatomical proportions actually change as the horse gets older (Ref 1). There’s only around 2 to 3 mm of soft tissue on top of the mandible bone, and the shape of the bars differs according to breed, e.g. warmblooded equines tend to have thinner bars than their coldblooded cousins. Wider bars are preferable, as they allow for more tongue relief when bitting the horse. conversely, if horse has thin, ‘sharper’ bars, the contact area between the bit and the mouth is smaller, meaning the horse may be more sensitive to the bit.

Mouth moulds showing sharp, narrow bars on the left, and the preferable wider bars on the right. Right: The bars are the area that appears as the ‘empty space’ between the horse’s incisor and molar teeth.

Bits exert pressure on some or all of the following - bars, tongue, lips and corners of the mouth.

Our horse’s mouth confirmation dictates mouth pressure

peter ‘Bomber’ nel of Bombers Bits describes the bars as follows: “The gap between the bars provides a recess for the tongue to escape bit pressure. as this becomes narrower, more of the tongue is forced to take the primary bit pressure.” it is worth considering this statement for a moment – our horse’s mouth confirmation dictates mouth pressure, even before we have chosen our bit. add into the equation asymmetry of the bar height, which can obviously create uneven contact with the rider, as they ‘feel’ the reins, (e.g. if one bar is higher than the other), as well as elements like large tongues, fleshy lips and small jaws, and it becomes clear that successful bitting has to be tailored to equine mouth confirmation.

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We asked equine Dental Technician Simon pratley, who works closely with Sue gilliatt to perform mouth mouldings for Bombers Bits, what bit tends to cause the most damage to the sensitive equine bars, and he believes that it is a thick pelham. “a single jointed snaffle with a thinner ‘arms’ coming off the central joint, and wide sides reaching the cheekpiece, can also cause discomfort to the bars,” he explains. “education is key. i do let owners feel inside the horse’s mouth while i Successful am performing a check-up, if the bitting has to horse is sensible and it is safe to be tailored to do so.” equine mouth Sue plans mouth moulding visits locally, in March: email sue@giliattholdings.com Ref 1 – Mirjami Miettinen, Equine Vet at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Helsinki: ‘Sensitive equine mouth’ presentation.

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A Tailor-made Parasite Testing Programme to Protect your Horse Westgate Labs has launched a new All Seasons subscription programme to simplify best practice parasite control for horse owners, here we find out more…

ostal worm count specialists, Westgate Labs, are delighted to launch a new subscription service to make following a best practice parasite control programme even easier for busy horse owners. The ‘All Seasons’ service is a tailor made testing programme designed to take the guess work out of managing this important aspect of horse’s health. For one simple monthly subscription payment, clients receive a bespoke plan for each horse they sign up and all the tests needed to target the right parasites at the right time of year sent direct to their door. In addition to a regular schedule of worm counts and EquiSal tests for redworm, roundworm and tapeworm, the subscription also covers any incidental tests that might be required for pinworm, lungworm or liverfluke plus resistance tests to check for drug resistance.

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Commenting on the development, Managing Director of Westgate Labs, David Booth commented: “Since we first pioneered the idea of providing postal worm count services to horse owners twenty years ago, our aim has always been to make it as easy as possible for people to use targeted worming. The new subscription service is our latest introduction, built in response to requests from our customers. Some tell us how worried they get about making the right choices for their horses, others describe how, even with the best intentions, the gaps between testing can slip when juggling all those other pressures of work and family life.

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Consultant vet to Westgate Labs, Carolyn Cummins MVB Phd MRCVS commented: “The intervals for testing are recommended based on the worm life cycles we’re testing for. Often, it’s hard to tell by looking at a horse whether or not it has a worm burden so it’s incredibly important to keep up regular testing. The ‘All Seasons’ subscription service is a great cost effective way for horse owners to ensure they have this covered and any potentially harmful parasite challenges can be identified and dealt with.” Responsible horse owners know that regular monitoring using worm counts and tapeworm tests is the cornerstone of a good worming programme, only adding wormers as they are needed. This helps to slow drug resistance as well as being better for the horse and the environment. As with all Westgate’s services, free veterinary approved followup advice from their friendly experts is always available. With subscriptions starting from £6.50 per calendar month for a total test control programme the ‘All Seasons’ service is an affordable way to manage parasite control.

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FEATURE

The horse tapeworm

The most common tapeworm species, Anoplocephala perfoliata, grows up to 8 cm long and has four suckers on its head which attach to the horse’s caecum and to a small region of the intestines called the ileocaecal junction. Large burdens within this narrow junction can cause significant health problems, including damage and inflammation, caecum perforation and rupture, intussusception (telescoping) of the intestine, as well as intestinal obstruction, all of which result in colic symptoms.

How to tell if your horse has a tapeworm infection

Whilst other common worms, such as redworm and roundworm infections, are detected using faecal egg counts (FEC), this method is not reliable for tapeworm infections because the eggs are released in specialised ‘packets’, resulting in poor dispersal through faeces. However, EquiSal Tapeworm - a saliva-based antibody test can be used to accurately diagnose infection (as recommended by experts in the UK-Vet deworming consensus guidelines). Saliva collection is easy to carry out using a specially designed swab which has an indicator that turns pink to tell you when you have collected enough saliva for testing. It is easy to integrate tapeworm testing into your worm control programme by simply testing at a time that you would normally consider deworming, typically in spring and autumn/winter. Table 1 shows you how to plan a suitable worm control programme using diagnostic testing to target treatments as required. A test for diagnosing encysted larval stages of redworm is not currently available so a strategic dose of moxidectin is needed during the winter months. Seasonal planning for an evidence-based a worm control plan: SEASON

TARGETED TREATMENTS EquiSal Tapeworm test

STRATEGIC TREATMENT

Worm egg counts Treatment for (redworm and large and small roundworm) redworm larvae

Testing for Tapeworm in horses

Most horses in the UK have some level of worm infection, but how we manage their parasite challenge is critical to health and performance. Gone are the days of routinely administering dewormers and hoping for the best. That strategy has caused widespread resistance in worms - meaning that worms are able to survive the killing effects of dewormers and persist after treatment, which can lead to disease and in worst cases, death. To reduce the risk of further resistance occurring, we need to ensure that dewormers are only used when they are genuinely needed. Here Dr Corrine Austin, Austin Davis Biologics discusses strategies for managing tapeworm infections in horses.

What else can you do to prevent tapeworm infections?

It is important to carry out routine paddock management, such as regular muck clearance, where muck is completely removed from grazing and adjacent areas, as well as field rotation and resting where possible. Routinely clearing muck from grazing areas will significantly reduce worm contamination on paddocks and help prevent reinfection after deworming. It is also important to restrict grazing while away from home, such as at show grounds. Lastly, ensure you know your horse’s accurate weight for correctly dosing with dewormers; under-dosing can result in persistent infection and continuous egg shedding as well as increasing the risk for drug resistant worms! EquiSal saliva collection kits are available from veterinary practices and SQPs. Visit www.equisal.com for more information or to see a list of stockists.

THE SALIVA TEST FOR TAPEWORM By Austin Davis Biologics Ltd.

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Proven accuracy for diagnosing tapeworm infection*

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WHY SHOULD I TEST?

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Save treatment for when it’s needed – help prevent resistance

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Only a quarter of horses tested in the UK have a tapeworm infection

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Carry out routine testing, not routine worming

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Low diagnosis: There is no need to deworm horses with a low diagnosis so simply carry out your next routine test after six months to monitor for new infections. This strategy decreases the use of dewormers and therefore significantly reduces the risk of resistance emerging. Borderline or moderate/high diagnoses: We recommend that horses with either borderline or moderate/high results are treated for tapeworm using dewormers containing either praziquantel or pyrantel (at double dose). It is possible to repeat the EquiSal Tapeworm test 2-3 months after deworming to determine if treatment has been effective and whether an additional dose is required. After a first EquiSal Tapeworm test, we often find that horses have an infection despite having previously received regular deworming doses. In these cases, once or twice a year treatment has not been effective at maintaining a healthy balance and horses end up with constant infection, broken briefly by the deworming dose, only to become reinfected at a later date. In these cases, it is important to know what you are dealing with and whether to target doses more often to break the tapeworm life cycle and therefore reduce the horse’s risk of reinfection.

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Equisal tapeworm testing

Worm egg counts

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Summer Autumn Winter

Encysted redworm treatment

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*Lightbody, K. L. et al. (2016) Vet Clin Path, 45: 335–346

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FEED NEWS

Feeding the Mare with Foal As longer days herald the arrival of spring, breeders will be eagerly anticipating the safe delivery of this year’s foals. Whether you are a first time or seasoned breeder it is an exciting time of year. Foals grow and develop at a remarkable rate over the first few months, most will double their birthweight over the first month of life. For the first couple of months while foals rely heavily on mares’ milk, we have limited direct control over their nutrition, unless they are creep fed. However, we can indirectly support the foal by providing a good quality, balanced diet for the mare during lactation. Nutritional demands of the mare

The nutritional demands on the broodmare are greatest during the first 2-3 months of lactation, as a 500kg mare will be producing 15-20 litres of milk a day. Broodmares will draw on their own reserves of protein, calories and micronutrients to support milk production unless they receive adequate quantities of nutrients in their diets. If your mare loses weight during early lactation it can be more difficult to get her in-foal again. Broodmare diets should be based on forage, with ad-lib good quality hay or haylage and grazing. Provided there are no issues, mares and foals should have ample turn out in well managed, appropriately sized paddocks, as exercise is a factor vital for healthy development of the foal’s musculoskeletal system. The mare’s hard feeds should be kept small and nutrient-dense with optimum levels of micronutrients to meet her needs during lactation. Basing the hard feed on a top specification stud feed balancer is the ideal solution. A cubed conditioning “blend” that is low in sugar and starch and contains good quality protein can be added to support her condition if required.

Improving milk yields

Mares’ milk is rich in lysine and the other essential amino acids required for the foal to develop a healthy musculoskeletal system. Studies have shown that inclusion of a good quality protein source (soya is the best) in the feed, will improve milk yields and foal growth. Top specification feed balancers and conditioning “blends” use soya, which is rich in essential amino acids, as the major protein source. Foals need generous quantities of calcium, balanced with phosphorous, in mares’ milk to develop tough, dense bone. Look for feeds that include good levels of calcium balanced with phosphorous in the ratio > 2:1. If you have a mare that does very well on a good quality, forage-

based, diet lactation can provide an opportunity for these mares to lose a little condition. However, it is essential that good-doers continue to receive optimum levels of micronutrients to balance their forage-based diet during lactation, even if they don’t need additional calories and protein. A top specification ‘lite’ stud feed balancer is the ideal solution.

Feeding for weaning

Most foals will start to nibble at the mare’s feed from a few days of age. It is safe for them to do this although their ability to digest fibre effectively will be limited for the first 3-4 weeks. Provided foals are growing at a steady, even rate and are in good condition there should be no need to start to creep feeding them until about a month before weaning. At this stage, gradually introduce a top specification feed balancer, so that by the time the foal is ready to wean it will happily be eating the recommended quantities of hard feed. This will avoid a check in growth around weaning. If in doubt about the best way to feed your broodmare and her foal, I would recommend that you consultant an experienced nutritionist. This article was kindly supplied by Sarah Stoneham BVSc, CertESM, MRCVS, Veterinary Nutritionist at TopSpec. Sarah is available for advice on the TopSpec Multiple-AwardWinning-Helpline, free of charge, on 01845-565030

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Standing at the Newfielden Stud for 2019

Brief Encounter SHB GB Graded Stallion

Fielden Minks Legacy

Proven advanced eventer, by Jumbo, whose stock are consistently beautiful, athletic and have great temperaments, with huge ride ability. They are excelling both in the world of eventing, as well as in the show ring.

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. In 2018 he won all his classes and went champion at both Dorset County and Royal London. 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 £400.

Brief Encounter is a full brother to Andrew Nicholson’s four star ride Henry Tankerville, who was eighth at Badminton in 2007. He has a full sister in the USA, Java, a Grade A show jumper, who was previously in Robert Smith’s yard.

Ninfield Connoisseur

SHB GB graded stallion • Fresh / Chilled • £550 NFFR Concessions available to Advanced Event Mares

13.1hh Dark Bay Stallion 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.

Templar Spirit

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. Stud Fee £350.

Elson Toffee Cream Dun Shetland Stallion, 2007 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. Stud Fee £150.

16.1hh. 9 1/2 inches of bone. Full Thoroughbred sports horse stallion. Exceptionally bred by Hand In Glove out of an advanced event mare by Primitive Rising.

His sire Hand In Glove was bred in the USA where he raced as a 2 year old. He then switched to dressage winning at Prix St George level. At 9 he commenced his show jumping career and in 3 years reached Grand Prix level. He amassed plenty of wins and was placed 7th in a World Cup qualiﬁer. His dam Templar Quito as a TB international eventer who competed at advanced level and successfully completed three long format CCIs. The dam sire Primitive Rising is a hugely successful Tb stallion. A group winner himself and sire of numerous successful event horses. He has been a permanent presence in both the BE & WBFSH rankings in the last decade and is the sire of William Fox-Pitts GB team horse Cool Mountain winner of Kentucky 4*. Fresh / Chilled and Frozen • £450 NFFR

For more information Please contact Jan Carmichael on 01892 669330 or 07903122192 www.ﬁelden-stud.co.uk

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S.E.E.S. EVENTING SERIES 2019 THE SOUTH OF ENGLAND (1) HORSE TRIALS

Come along and see the thrills and spills of eventing.

Saturday 6th - 7th Sunday April 2019

The South of England Showground Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL (BE 100, BE100 Open, BE 100 Ou18, Novice, ON, ONu18, Intermediate, OI, OIu21& Advanced Int) Watch the elegance of dressage, the pressures of show jumping and the bravery of the cross country phase.

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

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

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A great day out in the countryside for all the family. With local to international riders competing at different levels throughout the weekends.

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Full set of FEI show jumps on grass 20 x 60 and 20 x 40 grass dressage arenas Events, camps and clinics for 2019 See our website and FB page

FANTASTIC NEWLY DESIGNED CROSS COUNTRY COURSE BY DOMINIC MOORE, Jump 1 and designers. Very extensive range of jumps from 60cm to 1.10m, with a mini schooling area that is like the big course but in miniature with ditches, brushes, corners, steps etc. New fences that link together for all levels allowing more routes and options. Also a larger group of fences covering a greater range of abilities. Newly installed water complex to include range of jumps in and around as well as large expanse of water. Built to BE speciﬁcation. Open to individuals, trainers, pony clubs, riding clubs, all very welcome. Bookings call 01825 732002 or email info@equestriantrainingcentre.co.uk and find us on Facebook Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre.

Over 200 jumps built to BE speciﬁcations from 40cm to 1.20m, set in over 100 acres

Hurstwood Farm • Royal Oak Lane High Hurstwood • East Sussex • TN22 4AN Phone: 01825 732002 • Fax: 01825 733858 Mobile: 07768 364136 Email: info@equestriantrainingcentre.co.uk Website: www.equestriantrainingcentre.co.uk

The Perfect Place for Cross Country Schooling in Kent • Offering over 150 jumps from 50cm to 110cm • Situated near Maidstone, only 20mins from M20 • Jumps for absolutely all abilities - from first timers to professionals

• Water complex, multiple banks, multiple ditches • Huge variety of skinnies, corners, triple brushes available to jump individually or as part of a combination

Book online at: www.bonfleurcrosscountrycourse.co.uk bookings@bonfleurcrosscountry.co.uk

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Eventing News X-COUNTRY

South Brockwells Farm

outh Brockwells Farm is a five minute drive off the A22 and A26 just south of Uckfield, East Sussex. The cross country course offers 50 obstacles, which range in height from 50cm to 90cm, including water, banks, ditches and skinnies, with several of the obstacles having two or three different height options, enabling riders to start small and build confidence. Constantly developing and introducing new fences, South Brockwells offers a cross country course with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of space for young horses or novice combinations to build their confidence, whilst having fun. Clubs, groups and trainers are welcome. The course is open from April to October, ground conditions permitting. Look out for clinics and clear round cross country days on their Facebook page - South Brockwells XC. For more information or to book, text Arron on 07801 296019.

This year we are delighted to report that there are both new and improved cross country courses to visit across the South East. We hope you enjoy visiting these fantastic venues.

Riders at Comphurst Cross Country pictured during a Nick Turner clinic

Comphurst Cross Country Expands

New Water Complex The Slades Farm Cross Country course in Surrey has expanded its course and now boasts a fabulous new water complex with boats, a number of skinny brush fences, a super archway with changeable fences and flagged courses. These fences have been a super addition to this wonderful training ground which is situated in the stunning Surrey Hills on free draining sandy ground. Slades holds a number of clinics throughout the year with top trainers such as Lucinda Green, Richard Waygood, Warren Lamperd and Mark Corbett and their resident trainer, Hollie Swain. Fences range from 50-100cm and there are some good technical lines for the more advanced horse. The new one-way system for vehicles has made this super course accessible to all. Discounted rates are offered for clinics, Pony Club and Riding Club Rallies. Visit www.sladesfarm.co.uk for more information.

Popular eventing training centre Comphurst Cross Country in East Sussex has added another 25 acres to their facilities. This largely flat area of grass will be used purely for dressage and show jumping. Comphurst Cross Country is set for another exciting year with a series of events, camps and clinics with international and local trainers planned for 2019 (see the Show Dates section for more details). Things kick off at the end of March with a two day eventing camp with Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer, and List 1 judge Debby Lush and popular trainer, Russell Cooper. Other trainers booked for the season ahead include, Kirsty Mepham, Nick Turner, Janine Lamy, Sam Jennings and Penny Sangster. A number of Eventers’ Practice Days are also planned, these allow riders to use the dressage arenas, show jumping course and a flagged cross country course. All camps have options of stabling and accommodation, either in lorries or their B&B, and include a whole variety of other optional activities. Comphurst Cross country seasonal membership still costs just £30 and entitles member to a £5 discount every time they come cross country schooling, so it really is worth considering if riders have lots of horses or plan on using Comphurst throughout the season. All details are on the Comphurst website www.comphurstfarm.co.uk and their FaceBook page or can be discussed with Tanya Reid on 07541 032398.

New Course at Petworth Set in the beautiful South Downs National Park, the brand new Petworth Schooling Course offers a superb selection of fences from 60cm-90cm over fantastic naturally varied ground. The course aims to create a place where everyone feels welcome from the novice to the more experienced. It has been developed by the knowledgeable team at Petley, together with technical support from Adrian Ditcham, who worked on the London 2012 cross country course. There is also a 400m uphill grass gallops for fitness and speed training. The course is Pony Club and Riding Club friendly and with a five acre training field also for hire, is perfect for clinics, rallies and camps. Easily accessed from the A272, all bookings and payment can be made online. www.petworthschoolingcourse.co.uk

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South Brockwells Farm

A RECENT REVIEW LEFT ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE:

Uckfield, East Sussex TN22 5QS 50 obstacles 50–90cm water, banks, ditches & skinnies 5 minute drive from the A22 & A26

“Just back from a training day,

Clubs, Groups and Trainers welcome Group discounts available

what a brilliant place to take your young or

Open daily April to October approx Contact: 07801 296019 Facebook: ‘South Brockwells XC’

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Petworth Schooling Course

Brand new XC venue in West Sussex, offering a superb selection of fences from 60cm-90cm over fantastic naturally varied ground. With easy access direct off the A272 and all bookings and payment online, making your visit as simple as possible. We are PC and RC friendly, with good discounts available; and a 5 acre training ﬁeld for hire, allowing lots of potential for clinics, rallies and camps. There is also a 400m uphill grass gallops for ﬁtness and speed training.

Check out our website for loads more info!

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that are starting off eventing! Perfect place for training, beautifully maintained course, very organised and friendly people! Thoroughly recommend!”

OPEN FOR SCHOOLING Wednesdays & Saturdays, March to October (incl.) Huge range of fences 50-1.10cm. Extensive water complex, ditches, banks, skinnies. New fences added regularly. Superb going throughout the year.

Bookings taken online www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.com or via email lodgefarmxc@btinternet.com. Tel: 01892 722273

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X-COUNTRY Spring into action with lungeing New course for 2019

urstwood Farm Equestrian Centre of High Hurstwood, East Sussex has a new cross country course currently under construction, which will be ready to use in April/May 2019. The Fantastic new cross country course has been designed by Dominic Moore, Jump 1 and designers. The course includes an extensive range of jumps from 60cm to 1.10m, with a mini schooling area that is like the big course, but in miniature with ditches, brushes, corners, steps etc. There are new fences that link together for all levels, allowing more routes and options around the course, as well as a greater number of fences available for all abilities. The newly installed water complex, set in a large expanse of water, has a range of jumps in and around it. The course has been built to BE specification and is open to individuals, trainers, pony clubs and riding clubs, plus everyone else is welcome. For more information and to book call 01825 732002 or email info@equestriantrainingcentre.co.uk or visit Facebook - Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre. www.equestriantrainingcentre.co.uk

Dr Hilary Bentley of EquiAmi Ltd knows all about the benefits of lungeing for horses from happy hackers to top competition horses. Hilary said: “Many people think lungeing is for rehabilitation or competition horses, but think how much nicer it would be if your horse was better balanced with more core strength and moved with lightness and softness. Lungeing helps to coordinate your horse’s body, allowing him to find his natural balance without the weight and pressure of a rider. Lungeing should encourage the horse to stretch across the back and engage his hind quarters whilst moving freely. Training aids can encourage softness and stretching whilst enhancing the outline and improving balance and paces. Good aids, like the EquiAmi lunge aid, don’t fix or restrain but encourage engagement of the hindquarters and lightness of the forehand. By moving with the horse and providing no resistance the horse has to balance instead of leaning so comes into self-carriage. Preparation for shows and club activities can be the opportunity you need to try lungeing once or twice a week. If you make it a regular part of your routine you will be pleasantly surprised at the improvements you can make and how much more fun you can have.” www.equiami.com

Are you well balanced?

Intermediate Instructor Amelia Wilbourn trains people on their own horses as well as on her two mechanical horses, which are stabled just outside Hartfield in East Sussex. The mechanical horses allow Amelia to slow things down and work on particular problems riders may have experienced with their own horses. They are also great for fitness work, confidence issues and fine tuning everything for the season ahead. Here Amelia explains why it is important to maintain one’s balance when jumping and what can go wrong when you don’t. Jumping feels wonderful when you are with the horse, but when you are not can feel awkward, resulting in lack of confidence and anxiety. Shortening your stirrups closes the angles in the leg and deepens the heel for a secure lower leg, giving balance and stability to your position, allowing you to ride at a faster pace in a two point seat over undulating terrain and to fold with the horse over fences. As the horse jumps, his shoulders lift and the rider follows the movement by moving their seat backwards, closing the angle behind the knee and bringing their tummy button closer to the pommel of the saddle. The lower leg remains still and provides a stable base throughout the jump and prevents the rider from launching themselves too far forward onto the horse’s neck, whilst using their hands to balance themselves. Stand on the ground in an ‘on horse position’ with your knees bent and practice lowering yourself down into a fold, keeping your sternum over the balls of your feet and noticing how you can stay balanced, while keeping softness in the hip, knee and ankle joints, which makes them better shock absorbers. Now move your body forward and feel how you lose balance and would need to use your hands to stabilise yourself on the horse’s neck. Then move your body back and feel how you would balance by leaning on the horse’s mouth. Improving your balance and stability will help you feel more confident and enjoy your jumping. To find out more or to contact Amelia visit www.ameliawilbourn.co.uk 52 Localrider MARCH/APRIL 2019

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Lockskinners Cross Country – ideal for all of the family

RosehillEquestrian Equestrian Rosehill www.rosehillequestrian.co.uk

Henley on Thames, Berkshire

ased near Edenbridge in Kent, Lockskinners Cross Country is perfect for all ages and abilities. The course is set in 160 acres of beautiful Kentish countryside, and includes, woods, undulating fields and water complexes. Built by Graham Payne of Sussex Courses, who was part of the 2012 Olympic XC course building team, the fences range from 40cm to 1 m in height. Feature fences include the Owl Hole into/out of a wood, the Hanging Log into water, and one of their favourites, the Pimple. There is also an enclosed obstacle pen with 24 fences ranging in height up to 40cm. It is fenced off from the rest of the course encouraging confidence for lead rein, first timers and young horses. Jenny Sewell said: “Lockskinners is family friendly with a focus on the development of both horse and rider as they progress from jumping individual fences to riding a course. Throughout the season we hold competition training days which give both horse and rider the opportunity to ride a set numbered course but without the stress of competing, they are relaxed days designed purely for confidence and practice. These days will be advertised on our website and Facebook page. We are opening on Sunday 31st March and starting off the season with a mother and child day to celebrate Mother’s Day.” For more information call 07495 683 289 or visit www.lockskinners.com

See our Cross Country Schooling Guide on pages 50-51

Excellent variety of obstacles on undulating parkland. Open for schooling all year.

CROSS COUNTRY COURSE Open for hire throughout the year. Contact Caroline Loder-Symonds Tel. 01227 831203, Email: cloder_symonds@hotmail.co.uk web: www.dennehillcrosscountryride.co.uk

NURSTEAD COURT CROSS COUNTRY COURSE Meopham, Kent DA13 9AD

DENNE HILL Womenswold, Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD.

Extensive Cross Country Extensive Cross Country Course 1'6" to 3'3" including water jump Course 1'6" to 3'3" including water jump 3 Arenas 2 international 1 standard 3 Arenas 2 international 1 standard Show jump hire Livery available Show jump hire Livery available Portable stable hire ( both on and off site, up to 52 stables ) Portable stable hire ( both on and off site, up to 52 stables ) Open all year to individuals and clubs, just 10 mins from M4 and M40 Open all year to individuals and clubs, just 10 mins from M4 and M40 ( camps, dressage, hunter trials and one day events ) ( camps, dressage, hunter trials and one day events ) For more information or bookings please ring Mr & Mrs Stacey For more information or bookings please ring Mr & Mrs Stacey 01628 824078 07860 442042 find us on Facebook Rosehill equestrian 01628 824078 07860 442042 find us on Facebook Rosehill equestrian

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

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.

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Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) can affect any horse or pony, even though we see it more frequently among high-performance horses. Some studies suggest prevalence of around 37% of leisure horses, 60% of performance horses and up to 90% of racehorses. Foals are also particularly susceptible, with around 50% of foals developing stomach ulcers, especially in times of stress. EGUS is one of the most commonly under-diagnosed condition in horses. Here Dr. S. Davidson, BVMS, MRCVS of the Sussex Equine Hospital explains what gastric ulcers are and how they can be treated.

So, what are gastric ulcers?

To understand this, we first need to understand how the normal equine stomach functions. The horse’s stomach is divided into two regions, an upper ‘squamous’ region and a lower ‘glandular’ region. The squamous region is covered by stratified squamous epithelium and lies on top of the glandular region, separated by a well-defined border called the margo plicatus. The glandular region is the region that contains and produces the stomach acid and digestive enzymes. This part of the stomach is protected by: a mucous/bicarbonate protective layer; rapid cell turnover; prostaglandins; and intracellular tight junctions. The upper squamous region does not have these protective adaptations and so is vulnerable to stomach acid. In a natural environment, the horse is designed and adapted to graze for 16-20 hours of the 24-hour day, what we call a ‘trickle feeder’. The horse’s acidic stomach contents are buffered (neutralised) by saliva produced from this regular and almost constant grazing. The horse constantly produces stomach acid (over a litre an hour) whether it is eating or not. It follows that domesticated horses that are stabled with restricted forage will be producing gastric acid and because they aren’t eating it won’t be being neutralised by the saliva so the stomach pH will start to decrease. Horses are also naturally designed to move little and often; only needing to move at high speed when evading predation. With this ‘normal’ gentle movement, the gastric acid is generally restricted to the lower glandular part of the stomach rather than the upper squamous region. Domesticated horses, however, spend less time eating (decreasing saliva production) and more time exercising (splashing the gastric contents onto the less protected squamous region). Gastric ulcers occur when the gastric acid and digestive enzymes overpower the protective factors in the stomach lining.

As you can see, these signs are vague and maybe confused with back pain, sacroiliac pain or bad behavior. Additionally, the severity of the clinical signs does not always correlate with the severity of ulcers. While we can be suspicious of EGUS, the only way to confirm, diagnose and monitor the condition is by having a gastroscope. This is relatively simple, painless procedure whereby your vet passes a three-metre-long video scope down into your horse’s stomach and visually assesses the oesophagus, stomach and proximal duodenum.

Treatment

In the past, the only licensed drug was Gastrogard (omeprazole), a proton pump inhibitor given orally, which inhibits gastric acid secretion and is highly effective in healing gastric ulcers. However, there has now been an injectable form of omeprazole licensed which requires an injection intramuscularly weekly. For some horses and owners this is more convenient than administering an oral dose daily. Total healing time is usually between two and four weeks, although severe cases can take a little longer. A full course of treatment is usually prescribed for 28 days. The horse may need to be taken out of work during this period to minimise damage to the healing tissue, but it is not always necessary. You can help to reduce the potential for gastric ulcers developing in your horse by changing the management to resemble a more natural lifestyle: • Increasing turnout and reducing concentrate feeds • Allowing free-choice access to grass or hay in the stable • Feeding more frequently to increase and prolong saliva production to help buffer the acid in the stomach • Feeding a small amount of easily digestible feed before working to act as a sponge, soaking up free gastric acid and reducing splashing onto the squamous part of the stomach • Cutting down on the use of high carbohydrate diets • Splitting the feeds into four feeds rather than two Additionally, there are feed supplements like activated charcoal and other veterinary preparations that may be of benefit. Unfortunately, if you don’t make the management changes, then it is likely EGUS will reoccur. If you have any concerns regarding your horse and EGUS then contact your vet for a consultation.

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Two types of gastric ulcers

There are two types of gastric ulcers. Squamous Ulceration: The dorsal (top) region ulcerates from extended exposure to acid secretions and a lack of protective mechanism. Glandular Ulceration: The ventral (bottom) region is covered in glandular epithelium and ulcers occur here when the protective mucus layer is compromised. Research has shown causes of EGUS include exercise training, high carbohydrate diets, stress and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Bute. There is also a mechanical mechanism: when galloping the pressure from the abdomen causes the stomach to contract, pushing acid from the glandular stomach up in to the more vulnerable upper squamous stomach region.

SUSSEX EQUINE HOSPITAL • State-of-the-art hospital facilities • First-opinion service for owners, trainers and breeders • Referral service led by European and state boarded specialists • Pre-purchase examinations • Lameness examinations • Overland endoscopy • MRI • Scintigraphy • In-house laboratory

EGUS signs

The signs of EGUS are vague and variable and this contributes to the under diagnosis of the condition. Some signs that may be noted include: • Reduced appetite or weight loss, poor performance, poor condition (including a dull coat) • Behavioural changes or an altered temperament (bucking, rearing, refusing to jump, resenting the girth being done up) • Mild or recurrent colic and or teeth grinding • Diarrhoea and cribbing • Foals may also show teeth grinding, excess salivation and excessive lying down, colicking, infrequent nursing and diarrhoea

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FEED NEWS

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As spring approaches it is time to analyse whether you are feeding your horse the correct diet for the work he is doing. With that in mind we take a look at feeding for breeding, performance, the good doer and the laminitic… Mollichaff HoofKind Complete

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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

An increase in milk yield and milk energy content has been seen in mares that have been supplemented with a specific strain of yeast, thus foals received not only more milk, but that milk had a higher energy content compared with milk from un-supplemented mares. Lifeforce Formula from Alltech is specially designed for breeding horses and horses in moderate activity by supporting their immune function. Additionally, the supplement helps support the reproductive system of mares and stallions, while supporting fermentation of feeds and forages in the caecum, enabling your horse to extract the maximum nutrients from all feed sources. www.lifeforcehorse.co.uk

TopSpec AntiLam TopSpec AntiLam is a pelleted multi-supplement designed to provide nutritional support for those prone to, being treated for, or recovering from laminitis. AntiLam is used and recommended by nutritionists, vets and farriers. Most overweight ponies, and some overweight horses, are susceptible to laminitis, as are horses and ponies diagnosed with Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS), Insulin Dysregulation (ID) and/or Cushings (PPID). AntiLam is a brilliant formulation combining several supplements with a high fibre, very low-calorie carrier to make it palatable. Long term trials at Middle Park Laminitis Research Unit showed 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. www.topspec.com

Equerry High Fibre Cubes Equerry High Fibre Cubes are designed for horses and ponies at rest or in very light work, when feeding forage alone is not enough to meet your horse’s nutritional needs. Lower energy cubes are also a perfect way to provide ‘Non-Heating’ energy for excitable horses, whilst keeping them in tiptop health. They are made from a high fibre formula providing essential vitamins and minerals including magnesium and a source of protein. Equerry High Fibre Cubes are low calorie, making them ideal for good-doers and are cereal-grain free with low levels of sugar and starch. High Fibre Cubes can be soaked and are suitable for elderly horses as a hay replacer. www.equerryhorsefeeds.com

NAF Immuforte Powder When the immune system becomes compromised, it is unable to perform effectively to maintain natural good health. Indications of this can include poor condition and poor performance. Immuforte Powder provides a unique blend of nutrients to support the immune system, including Echinacea and live yeast, essential for the health of the gut based immune system. Immuforte Powder is also suitable for foals requiring additional immune support. Designed to be fed alone as and when needed, or in combination with targeted NAF products for a particular condition www.naf-equine.eu

TopSpec Senior Lite Feed Balancer TopSpec Senior Lite Feed Balancer is a very palatable ‘Non-Heating’ very low calorie feed that contains a multi-supplement including the levels of micronutrients and digestive aids normally only found in high quality specialised supplements. Of particular importance to elderly horses is the inclusion of micronutrients known to help maintain mobility. The scientifically recommended rate of 10 grams of glucosamine per 500kg of horse per day is a key feature of the mobility supplement included in this formula. This superb specification provides micronutrients to balance the diets of GoodDoers at rest or in light to medium work. Using TopSpec Senior Lite Feed Balancer will help to maintain mobility and will not promote weight gain. Feeding it will help to improve hoof quality and promote a supple skin with a shiny coat. It also helps to maintain a healthy immune system and includes a highly available source of vitamin C to help maintain healthy lung tissue. www.topspec.com

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TopSpec Stud Feed Balancer TopSpec Stud Feed Balancer is designed for broodmares, youngstock and stallions. The low sugar and starch formula will promote superb muscle and skeletal development without providing the excess calories which can result in overtopping. Stud Feed Balancer improves the amount of nutrients a horse can extract from his total diet (forage and concentrate) in three ways: i) The amino acids, vitamins and minerals in Stud Feed Balancer balance the deficiencies of the same nutrients in forage and straights/ blends, compared to the requirements of the horse, improving their utilisation. ii) The pure, protected yeast probiotic in Stud Feed Balancer optimises the digestion of fibre in the hindgut, allowing the horse to gain more benefit from the diet. Research has shown that the specific yeast used by TopSpec significantly improves both total feed and fibre digestibility in the horse. iii) Another useful yeast product in Stud Feed Balancer, called a prebiotic, is mannan oligosaccharides (MOS). This is a constituent of yeast cell walls. It bonds with pathogenic (bad) bacteria, removing them from the gut, leaving the beneficial bacteria free to multiply and therefore digest fibre more efficiently. This all means that breeding stock can receive optimum nutrition from reduced levels of hard feed, with many resulting benefits. Stud Feed Balancer greatly improves hoof, skin and coat quality. It also helps to maintain appetite. It moderates the effects of stress on horses and helps to maintain a healthy immune system. www.topspec.com

Equerry Cool Mix and Cubes Equerry Cool Cubes and Mix are ideal for horses and ponies in light work. ‘NonHeating’ the cubes and mix are a low energy, high fibre formula and are suitable for horses and ponies that tend to be sharp or fizzy. Both contain low levels of sugar and starch and include added vitamins and minerals including magnesium. The Equerry range of top-quality horse feeds contains something for every horse or pony, whether you are feeding youngstock, a leisure horse or a competition horse, there is a product to meet their nutritional requirements. Visit www.equerryhorsefeeds.com

British Horse Feeds Speedi-Beet Speedi-Beet is a highly nutritious micronized (cooked) beet pulp feed which provides an excellent source of digestible fibre and is suitable for overweight horses and ponies, and those 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. It 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. Speedi-Beet has also been approved by BETA, making it suitable for horses and ponies prone to equine gastric ulcer syndrome (EGUS). www.britishhorsefeeds.com

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BLOSSOM RIDE at Wytherling Court, Molash, nr Canterbury CT4 8HX SUNDAY 28TH APRIL 2019 Starts 9.30am

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

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 and join us on Facebook Full details and Omnibus Schedule on Bookham Riding Club website.

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

EAGLESFIELD INDOOR UNAFFILIATED JUMPING COMPETITIONS with

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CRICKLANDS QUALIFIERS IN MOST CLASSES CROSS POLES – OPENS.

Rosettes and Sashes plus £350 prize money

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QUALIFIERS SUNDAYS 10th March & 24th March 2019 UNAFFILIATED INDOOR DRESSAGE COMPETITION SUNDAY 3rd March 2019 Rosettes and Sashes ******************

For all schedules visit www.eaglesfield.net or SAE to: Eaglesfield Equestrian Events Limited, West Yoke, Ash, Near Sevenoaks, Kent. TN15 7HT All competitions please enter online through HORSE MONKEY Indoor arena available to hire Thursdays and Fridays before each show with jumping course or dressage arena in place (Near New Ash Green), 8 miles from Dartford Bridge, directions on website. General Enquiries: Jean Clark Tel: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.show@btinternet.com

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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 2019 2 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

3 March, Colettes Shows, Show

Jumping, Indoor Team & Individual Show Jumping, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

3 March, Munstead Heath Farm,

Munstead & Abinger Forest Riding Club Dressage & Combined Training, Open to all, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 07768 740969, Email: becca@heathfarmequestrian. co.uk, www.abingerforestridingclub. co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

3 March, Eaglesfield Indoor Unaffiliated

Dressage Shows, Rosettes & sashes plus prize money, 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

3 March, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic,

Pole-to-Grid Clinics, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@ sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

5 March, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic,

Weekday Jump Clinic, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@ sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

9 March, 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

9 March, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

Course, Michaela Tomlinson clinic, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Telephone: 07831 838725, Email: michaela@lincolnstud.co.uk, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

9 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

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10 March, Chipstead Riding Club,

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

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Dressage, Dressage, Winter series. Sunshine Tour and NPS Qualifiers, The Diamond Centre, Woodmansterne Road, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 4DT, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

10 March, Eaglesfield, Indoor Unaffiliated Showjumping, Cross Pole to opens, rosettes & sashes plus £350 prize money, with Cricklands in most classes plus Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, 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

10 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 10 March, Speedgate Events, Mariana Broucher Perfecting Your Seat Clinic, Dressage Rider and BHS accredited coach Mariana Broucher Perfecting Your Seat Clinic, sessions are designed to help the everyday rider improve the communication with their horse, regardless of their experience or ambition., Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

13 March, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Sam Jennings clinic, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

14 March, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, Weekday Jump Clinic, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@ sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk 16 March, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@sky.com, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

17 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/

17 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

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

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23-24 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 23 March, 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

24 March, Eaglesfield, Indoor Unaffiliated Showjumping, Cross Pole to opens, rosettes & sashes plus £350 prize money, with Cricklands in most classes plus Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, 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

24 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

26 March, Munstead Heath Farm,

Evening clear round showjumping, Clear round showjumping on grass being held throughout 2019. Weather dependant so if weather is bad please call in advance. All heights catered for., Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 01483 418271, Email: munsteadevents@ gmail.com, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

27 March, Hadlow College an Evening

30 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

31 March, Colettes Shows, Showing Show, In Hand and Ridden Show, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

31 March, The Equi-Fun Club,

Show Jumping, Unaffiliated Jumping Show, Crockstead Equestrian Centre, Halland, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6PT, Telephone: 07738 993995, email: becca@ equi-fun.co.uk, www.equi-fun.co.uk

31 March, Lockskinners Equestrian,

Mother and Child Ride at Lockskinners Cross Country Course, Lockskinners Cross Country Course, Lockskinners Farm, Wilderness Lane, Chiddingstone, Kent, TN8 7NA, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk Course, Eventers Practice Days, Use of decorated dressage arena for 10 minutes, 2 rounds of Show Jumping on grass, 1 round of cross-country over a course of numbered fences, a practice day, designed to educate and build confidence, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

31 March, Munstead Horse Trials, Hunter Trials, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 07768 740969, Email: becca@heathfarmequestrian. co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

27 March, Speedgate Events, Andrew

Weekday Jump Clinic, Robin Post Stables, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3RD, Telephone: 07703 273902, Email: champneyequestrian@ sky.com, www.champneyequestrian.co.uk

29 March, Mount Mascal Stables,

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

30-31 March, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Eventing camp and clinic with Debby Lush and Russell Cooper, Two-day Eventing Camp with Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer, and List 1 judge Debby Lush and Russell Cooper. Also Show Jumping and Cross Country Clinc with Russell Cooper. 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 30 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

BE Horse Trials Combined Training/ Eventers Challenge Hunter Trial BE International Horse Trials ODE Combined Training/ Eventers Challenge

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APRIL 2 April, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

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

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31 March, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

with Emile Faurie, Top international dressage rider Emile Faurie will inspire with demonstrations of his training methods from young horses to Grand Prix. Emile Faurie has represented Great Britain at Olympic, World and European Championships level, making him one of Britain’s most successful riders, 7pm to 10pm (doors open 6pm), Hadlow College, Hadlow Campus, Tonbridge Road, Hadlow, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 0AL, Telephone: 01732 853 721, Email: equineevents@hadlow. ac.uk, www.hadlow.ac.uk/emilefaurie 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

Calendar of Events 2019

clear round showjumping & Combined Training Dressage, Clear round showjumping on grass being held throughout 2019. Weather dependant so if weather is bad please call in advance. All heights catered for. Combined Training on first Tuesday of each month, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 01483 418271, Email: munsteadevents@ gmail.com, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

4 April, Sam Champney Warrener Clinic,

4 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

6-7 April, The South of England Horse Trials, Two Days, 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.seesltd.com 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

7 April, St Michaels Hospice Riding

Club, Dressage Extravaganza, Bodiam International Arena, Court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 07554 601836, Email juliemoss@ stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk, www. stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk

7 April, Surrey Union Pony Club, Open

Easter Bank Holiday Events Good Friday Challenge 19th April - Starts at 10.00AM Exciting Arena - Cross Country and Showjumping course built across our two indoor and covered arenas Class 1: 40cms True Beginners Class 2: 50cms Class 3: Pairs 60-70cms Class 4: 60-70cms Class 5: Pairs 80-90cms Class 6: 80-90cms Class Entry £18 Pairs £12 Plus £3 ﬁrst aid and arena team per rider per event *********

EASTER MONDAY DRESSAGE Monday 22nd April 2019 Starts at 10.00AM Intro C (2016), Prelim 7 (2016), Prelim 18 (2016) Test Entry £14 Individual and per rider in teams Plus £3 ﬁrst aid and arena team per rider per event

Dressage Show, Open Dressage Show, Area 11 Dengie Winter League Dressage 2nd Round Qualifier, Qualifier for Sunshine Tour, Merrist Wood Equine Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Worplesdon, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Email: debby_akw@yahoo. co.uk, https://branches.pcuk.org/surreyunion/

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9 April, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

5th May 2019: APHS Foreign Breed Festival Kent & Open Breed Western & Youth classes Willow Farm, Faversham, Kent. http://Lynnusauk.wixsite.com/londoncounties

clear round showjumping, Clear round showjumping on grass being held throughout 2019. Weather dependant so if weather is bad please call in advance. All heights catered for., Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 01483 418271, Email: munsteadevents@ gmail.com, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

26th May 2019: USAUK May Festival Show (for foreign breeds) & open breed youth, walk/trot, concours and harness classes Moreton Morrell College, Warwickshire www.american-saddlebred.co.uk 21st July 2019: APHS London Counties Horse Show Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Leatherhead, Surrey. http://Lynnusauk.wixsite.com/londoncounties

9 April, Squirrells Riding School, Ride and

SATURDAY 18TH MAY 2019

8th September 2019: APHS Foreign Breed Festival Surrey & Open Breed walk/trot & concours classes Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Leatherhead, Surrey. http://Lynnusauk.wixsite.com/londoncounties

2019 Events

re-ride Dressage, With Karla Knapp, Ride a previously chosen test then after tuition reride for better score, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

10 April, Comphurst Cross Country

Course, Eventing Training Day, Rother Valley Riding Club Eventing Training Day. 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

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)

12 April, Squirrells Riding School, Pony

Saturday 9th March, Sunday 7th April, Sunday 19th May, Saturday 15th June, Saturday 6th July, Sunday 28th July, Saturday 21st September, Sunday 13th October, Sunday 3rd November, Sunday 30th November

13 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated

UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE EVENING DRESSAGE

Tuesday 30th April, Wednesday 29th May, Wednesday 26th June, Wednesday 17th July, Wednesday 7th August, Thursday 22nd August, Wednesday 11th September

JASON WEBB CLINICS

Tuesday 7th May, Monday 8th July, Monday 9th September, Monday 4th November

OTHER DATES FOR YOUR DIARY: Saturday 20th April – Spring in-hand Show Sunday 21st July – Summer In-hand Show Sunday 1st Sept. – Autumn in-hand Show

Day, A brilliant way to get introduced to the idea of riding a pony, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

14 April, Comphurst Cross Country

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

14 April, Mid Surrey Branch of the

Regular evenings of unaffiliated and BD Quest dressage & Clear Round jumping. 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

19-20 April, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Training Camp and clinic with Kirsty Mepham, and Nick Turner, Two day Camp with Olympic and World Games dressage rider, trainer and judge Kirsty Mepham, and Nick Turner FBHS. Also Show Jumping and Cross Country Clinc with Nick Turner. 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 19 April, Cranleigh RDA, Good Friday

19 April, East Kent Hunt Pony Club,

Training Clinic, by accredited Trec GB member Jenny Snowdon, The groups will be mixed ability for Trec training as the obstacles are varied and there will be something for everyone, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

14 April, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal

Huge variety of classes including lots of showing qualifiers for national and local championships, fun & have-ago classes and dressage, show jumping & eventer’s challenges.

Course, Janine Lamy Cross Country Schooling Clinic, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Telephone: 07973 780820, Email: jlamy666@hotmail. com, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

14 April, Bookham Riding Club, Trec

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

Open Shows on Sunday 28th April, 2nd June, 14th July & 4th August

17 April, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

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

14 April, The Equi-Fun Club, Showing

Showing • Dressage • Show Jumping • Eventer’s Challenge

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

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

Course, Eventing clinic with Sam Jennings, Cross Country Clinic with Sam Jennings. 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

Great Bookham Shows 2019

17 April, Colettes Shows, Annual Easter

Pony Club, Eventers Challenge, 45cm, 60cm, 70cm, 80cm, 85cm/90cm, 90cm/1m, commencing 9.30am, Many prizes, 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/

14 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

14 April, Speedgate Events, Julia

16 April, Munstead Heath Farm,

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/

19 April, Mount Mascal Stables, Good Friday Challenge, an exciting Cross Country & Show Jumping course built across two Indoor & Covered Arenas, Classes: 40cms (true beginners), 50cms, Pairs 60 – 70cms, 60 – 70cms, Pairs, 80 – 90cms, 80 – 90cms, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

19-20 April, Munstead Horse Trials, Unaffiliated 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 19 April, Speedgate Events, Easter Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@speedgate. co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

19 April, Squirrells Riding School, Beach Ride, Must be a current client to take part, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

20 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Spring In-Hand Show, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

20 April, Coakham Bloodhounds The Hunt Ball, The Spa Hotel, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 8XJ, www.coakhambloodhounds.com

21 April, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Eventing clinic with Janine Lamy, Cross Country Clinic with Janine Lamy. 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

22 April, Bookham Riding Club, Eventer Challenge, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

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22 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

27-28 April, Chilham Park, Chilham 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 27 April, Speedgate Events, Mariana

Easter Monday Dressage, Intro C (2016), Prelim 7 (2016), Prelim 18 (2016), Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Telephone: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

Broucher Perfecting Your Seat Clinic, Dressage Rider and BHS accredited coach Mariana Broucher Perfecting Your Seat Clinic, sessions are designed to help the everyday rider improve the communication with their horse, regardless of their experience or ambition., Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk

22 April, Squirrells Riding School, Fun

28 April, Blossom Ride, At Wytherling

23 April, Munstead Heath Farm,

28 April, Colettes Shows, One Day

22 April, Mount Mascal Stables,

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 Evening clear round showjumping, Clear round showjumping on grass being held throughout 2019. Weather dependant so if weather is bad please call in advance. All heights catered for., Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 01483 418271, Email: munsteadevents@ gmail.com, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

24 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, Mount Mascal Stables,

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

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 Event, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr. Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk

28 April, The Equi-Fun Club, Show Jumping, Mini Show Jumping Show, Plumpton College, Ditching Road, Nr Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE, Telephone: 07738 993995, email: becca@equifun.co.uk, www.equi-fun.co.uk

28 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, 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

28 April, Great Bookham Shows,

Spring Dressage and Showing Show, Open Dressage and Showing Show: TSR Training classes, VHS area qualifiers, CHAPS, TSR, Sunshine Tour at Hickstead & Equifest, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

28 April, Mid Surrey Branch of the

MAY 5 May, APHS, Foreign Breed Festival,

APHS Foreign Breed Festival Kent & Open Breed Western & Youth classes, event will fund future events and sponsorship of other FB classes at shows in the UK, Class 12 (In Hand Baroque) & Class 32 (Ridden Middle/Heavyweight), Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Email: lynnusauk@aol.com, https:// lynnusauk.wixsite.com/londoncounties

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/

5 May, Colettes Shows, Showjumping

28 April, Southdown Hunt West Pony

5 to 6 May, Heath Heavy Horse and Country

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

28 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

30 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

30 April, Munstead Heath Farm,

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

Show, SESHA Heavy Horse & 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, Sunday sees the Magnificent Working Heavy Horses demonstrating their skills, Monday is showing day, where the horses get dressed up in their finery, The day includes: In-hand, Driven and Ridden Classes. The Mare and Foal Class is always popular with visitors, 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 May, 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

6 May, Coakham Bloodhounds, Spring Bank Holiday Ride, Barons Grange, Iden, nr Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7UU, www.coakhambloodhounds.com

6 May, Squirrells Riding School, Open Day,

A fun day for all the family displays and stalls and much more, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

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CRANLEIGH RDA SPONSORED RIDE

Good Friday 19th April 2019 support

CRANLEIGH RIDING FOR THE DISABLED ASSOCIATION Charity No 1125242

An 11 mile ride through the beautiful countryside of Albury Heath or a 3 mile route for riders led or accompanied on foot. FOR DETAILS:

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

Online Entries: www.myridinglife.com

Moat View RC 2019 event

4th August Open Show

Show jumping, dressage (on a surface) and showing. Prizes for all class winners and more! New venue: Willow Farm, Faversham

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

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7 May, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

Contact: Flair Siﬂeet 07957 765964 www.fsevents.co.uk

8 May, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage

Lockskinners Cross Country Course Wilderness Lane, Chiddingstone, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 7ND 31st March 16th June 29th June 7th Sept. 6th Oct.

Mother & Child Ride Father & Child Ride Collette’s One Day Event Collette’s One Day Event Lockskinners Hunter Trial

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EAST KENT HUNT

& Clear Round Evening Unaffiliated, MyQuest & TeamQuest, clear round show jumping heights start from 60cms, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

8-12 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

11 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/

11 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

12 May, Chilham Park, Combined

Training and Eventers Challenge, Chilham Castle Estate, Chilham, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk

18 May, Plumpton College Annual May

Horse Show, Show Jumping, Dressage, In Hand & Ridden Showing, Working Hunter, Plumpton College, Ditching Road, Nr Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE, Telephone: 01273 892107, www.plumpton.ac.uk

19 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated

19 May, East Kent Hunt Pony Club, One

Day Event, classes 70cms – 90cms, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6HD, http://branches.pcuk.org/eastkent/

19 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

19 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

19 May, Southdown Hunt East Pony

Club, Spring Hunter Trial, Wivelsden Farm, North Common Road, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EH, www.sdhepc.org

19 May, Speedgate Events, In-Hand and

21 May, Munstead Heath Farm,

22 May, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage

Friday 19th April - Combined Training (classes for all, PC Walk & Trot tests up to Intermediate/Eventing level,( jumping – bottom hole up to 90m ). Venue - Welwyn Stud, Hawkinge, Nr Folkestone, Kent CT18 6HD

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

12 May, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal

22 May, Speedgate Events, Andrew

Sunday 19th May - ODE (classes 70cms – 90cms). Venue - Denne Hill, Womenswold, Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD

12 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the

Forthcoming Events 2019 – OPEN TO ALL

Monday 26th August – Mini ODE – (classes up to 70cms). Venue - Bigberry Cross Country Course, Bigberry Road, Chartham, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 7NE Schedules available for all events at www.branches.pcuk.org/eastkent and contact details for show secretaries.

SHOWS & EVENTS

12 May, Colettes Shows, White Horse

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

12 May, St Michaels Hospice Riding

Club, Normanhurst Charity Ride and Walk, Normanhurst Estate, Catsfield, East Sussex TN33 9DL, Telephone: 07554 601836, Email juliemoss@stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org. uk, www.stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk

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14 May, Munstead Heath Farm,

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SundayMonday 27th September 2009 6th 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 15th 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

15 May, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

16 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

18 May, The Equi-Fun Club, Vet Talk Clinic,

Chailey Village Hall, A275, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4BE, Telephone: 07738 993995, email: becca@equi-fun.co.uk, www.equi-fun.co.uk

24 May, Speedgate Events, Mariana

25 May, Colettes Shows, Showing

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

25 May, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

Course, Eventers Practice Days, Use of decorated dressage arena for 10 minutes, 2 rounds of Show Jumping on grass, 1 round of cross-country over a course of numbered fences, a practice day, designed to educate and build confidence, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

25 May, Munstead Heath Farm, Showing

Show, Munstead Showing Show, plenty of classes for everyone as well as friendly judges who’ll be more than happy to answer your questions, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 01483 418271, Email: munsteadevents@ gmail.com, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

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Save the date for the “best sponsored ride of the year!”

And they’re off...

Sun 28th April 2019 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.

RAISING MONEY, RIDING HORSES. Enter online today:

www.frenshamshr.org

Registered Charity No. 1092862

For full details visit:

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42nd Walmer Horse & Dog Charity Show Sunday 9th June

SOUTHDOWN HUNT WEST PONY CLUB SPRING JUMPING SHOW

BIG PRIZES FOR ALL

Sunday 28th April 2019 Hickstead Showground, Hickstead, West Sussex

In the grounds of Walmer Castle

• 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

Schedules available at tack shops and

www.thewalmerhorseanddogshow.co.uk Dressage – Two Jumping Rings In-hand & ridden Showing & Dog Show Many Trade Stands. Tel: 07939 034775 Denmead Summer Show

23 June

SURREY UNION PONY CLUB

OPEN DRESSAGE SHOW

Qualifiers: CHAPS,SSADL, TGCA, BSpPS, Equifest, MHOYS, TSR, SWPA, Sunshine Tour, South Downs Showing Series

Area 11 Dengie Winter League Dressage 2nd Round Qualiﬁer

Budget Horse & Dog Show 11 August

at Merrist Wood Equine Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Worplesdon, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE

TSR & SDSS Qualifiers Showing, Jumping, Dressage

Sunday 7th April 2019

Inc TSR Finals & SDSS GALA

Entries close Monday 1st April 2019 Times will be available on the Surrey Union PC website on Thursday 4th April 2019 Open to members and non-members. Schedule on http://branches.pcuk.org/surreyunion Pony Club Dressage Tests available to download free from: www.pcuk.org

www.denmeadhorseshows.co.uk Or SAE: Seymour Cottage, Forest Rd, Denmead, PO7 6UA

Organiser: Debby Winchester, questions email: debby_akw@yahoo.co.uk Mobile: 07721 008185 (after 6.00pm only)

Autumn Show & ODE 8 September

Entries online at www.equoevents.co.uk

Southdown Hunt East Pony Club All events are being held at Wivelsden Farm, North Chailey, Lewes, BN8 4EH 19th May - Spring Hunter Trial 30th June - ODE 14th July - Branch Show 8th September - Mini ODE 22nd September - Turton Hunter Trial Full details of each event will be available from our website: sdhepc.org

Residential Horse Camps for Adults

at Juddwood Farm, Tonbridge, Kent Bring your horse for three days of great fun and excellent instruction. 6th, 7th & 8th of September 2019 £295 Cross Country Course available for hire For more information call Jane on 01892 871080 or 07771 962339 www.juddwoodfarm.co.uk

To book go to www.sdhwpc.org 25 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

26 May, Bookham Riding Club, Team Dressage Friendly, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

26 May, Chipstead Riding Club, Hunter Trial, I.C.E. Horse Boxes Hunter Trial, East Bysshe, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

26 May, The Equi-Fun Club, Dressage Demo, Crockstead Equestrian Centre, Halland, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 6PT, Telephone: 07738 993995, email: becca@ equi-fun.co.uk, www.equi-fun.co.uk

26 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

26 May, United Saddlebred Association UK, May Festival Show, USAUK May Festival Show (for foreign breeds) & open breed youth, walk/trot, concours and harness classes, combining the USA-UK European Championship Show for American Saddlebreds with the largest show in the UK specifically for Foreign Breeds / World Breeds, Willow Farm, 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, Email: info@american-saddlebred. co.uk, www.american-saddlebred.co.uk

27 May, Bookham Riding Club, Gymkhana, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

27 May, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Eventers Practice Days, Use of decorated dressage arena for 10 minutes, 2 rounds of Show Jumping on grass, 1 round of cross-country over a course of numbered fences, a practice day, designed to educate and build confidence, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk

27 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the

Read your target audience across the South East by advertising here from £30 per month call 01892 863062

Pony Club, Novice Show, Sunshine Tour qualifiers, 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/

Weald of Kent Ploughing Match

Horse Show

14 years & under Saturday 14th September 2019 Poplars Farm, Churn Lane, Horsmonden, Tonbridge, TN12 8HN

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

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27 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

27 May, Squirrells Riding School, Fun

28 May, Munstead Heath Farm,

29 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

31 May, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Day, A brilliant way to get introduced to the idea of riding a pony, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

JUNE 2 June, Colettes Shows, Show Jumping and Showing, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

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2 June, Great Bookham Shows, Open Show, Showing, Unaffiliated Dressage, Show jumping, Showing, Eventers Challenge, dressage classes from intro to elementary, including also junior classes, with qualifiers for Sunshine Tour Championships and Wales & West. Show jumping classes from lead rein upwards. New for 2019 eventer’s challenge classes from 60cm, clases are qualifiers for Sunshine Tour Championships, unaffiliated showing classes including veterans, working hunter, ridden and in hand, plus fun and novelty classes, Qualifiers include Sunshine Tour Championships, Equifest, The Showing Register 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

11 June, Munstead Heath Farm,

2 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

4 June, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

5 June, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Janine Lamy Cross Country Schooling Clinic, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Telephone: 07973 780820, Email: jlamy666@hotmail. com, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk 7 June, Speedgate Events, Mariana Broucher Perfecting Your Seat Clinic, Dressage Rider and BHS accredited coach Mariana Broucher Perfecting Your Seat Clinic, sessions are designed to help the everyday rider improve the communication with their horse, regardless of their experience or ambition., Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Telephone: 01474 888474, Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 9 June, Bookham Riding Club, Annual Summer Open Show, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk 9 June, Chilham Park, Hunter

Trials, Chilham Park, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk

9 June, Comphurst Cross Country Course, One Day Event, ESRM Pony Club One Day Event. 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 9 June, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Dartford, Kent, DA2 8EH, Telephone: 07957 76596, www.fsevents.co.uk 9 June, 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 9 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/ 9 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 9 June, Walmer Horse and Dog Show,

Show Jumping (two jumping rings), In Hand and Ridden, Dressage, Dog Show classes, plus trade stands, show aims to provide a very enjoyable day out and to raise money for local charities, prizes for all, Walmer Castle, Kingsdown Road, Walmer, Deal, Kent, CT14 7LJ, Telephone: 07939 034775, Email: walmerhorseshow@gmail.com, www.thewalmerhorseanddogshow.co.uk

12 June, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage & Clear Round Evening Unaffiliated, MyQuest & TeamQuest, clear round show jumping heights start from 60cms, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

13 June, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated

15 June, Bookham Riding Club, London

& South East Show Jumping Qualifier, Bookham Riding Club Field, River Lane, Off Randals Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AU, www.bookhamridingclub.org.uk

Hadlow College is proud to present:

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15 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

15 June, Speedgate Events, Julia

16 June, Colettes Shows, One Day Event

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

Wednesday 27th March 7pm - 10pm (doors open 6pm) Advanced Tickets £25 Hadlow College Students £10 Book tickets: www.hadlow.ac.uk/emilefaurie Event info: equineevents@hadlow.ac.uk or call 01732 853 721 Hadlow College, Hadlow, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 OAL

16 June, Lockskinners Equestrian, Father

and Child Ride at Lockskinners Cross Country Course, Lockskinners Cross Country Course, Lockskinners Farm, Wilderness Lane, Chiddingstone, Kent, TN8 7NA, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

16 June, South Brockwells Farm Cross

Country Course, Open Day Cross Country Clear Round, 50 – 90cm water banks, ditches & skinnies, South Brockwells Farm, Little Horsted, Near Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5QS, Telephone: 07801 296019, https:// www.facebook.com/southbrockwellsXC

16 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

18 June, Munstead Heath Farm,

19 June, Speedgate Events, Andrew

20-23 June, The Al Shira’aa Hickstead

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

22 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

Kent County Show 5,6,7 JULY 2019

C E L E B R AT I N G 9 0 Y E A R S 25 HOYS Qualifiers New, refreshed timetable New Welsh A & B classes Welsh Bronze Medal Status for all Welsh Sections New Exercise Driving Class New Showjumping Classes New Side Saddle Qualifiers Show Hunter Pony classes, Ridden and Working Hunters Heavy Horse Classes & more...

Schedules from Meghan Rice-Wilson: meghan@kentshowground.co.uk

01622 633057 Schedules and Entries Online 1 April

www.kentshow.co.uk Kent Showground, Maidstone ME14 3JF

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23 June, Denmead Horse Shows, Summer

Show, Showjumping and Showing, Qualifiers for CHAPS,SSADL, TGCA, BSpPS, Equifest, MHOYS, TSR, SWPA, Sunshine tour, South downs Showing Series, Denmead, Inhams Lane, Denmead, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 6LX, www.denmeadhorseshows.co.uk

23 June, St Michaels Hospice Riding

7 July, SEIB Search for a Star and

25 June, Munstead Heath Farm,

7 July, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated

26 June, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated

May 26th Hunter Trial - East Byshee July 21st Combined Training - East Byshee Aug 25th Open Show Jumping - East Byshee Sept 8th

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

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

Making Riding Fun!!

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

26 June, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage & Clear Round Evening Unaffiliated, MyQuest & TeamQuest, clear round show jumping heights start from 60cms, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

28 June, Speedgate Events, Mariana

29 June, Colettes Shows, One Day Event,

One Day Eventing at Lockskinners Cross Country Course, Lockskinners Cross Country Course, Lockskinners Farm, Wilderness Lane, Chiddingstone, Kent, TN8 7NA, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

30 June, Southdown Hunt East Pony Club, One Day Event, CDMS Sussex, Wivelsden Farm, North Common Road, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EH, www.sdhepc.org

JULY 2 July, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

Fun Show 22nd April, 27th May, 26th August Dressage Show 28th July Arena Hire 4th April, 6th June, 4th July, 1st August, 16th August, 30th August Pony Day 12th April, 31st May, 2nd August Open Day 6th May Pony Camp 5th – 8th 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

Eventing clinic with Penny Sangster, Cross Country Clinic with Penny Sangster. 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

Club, Hobby Horse Gymkhana and Craft Fair, Three Oaks Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Three Oaks, East Sussex TN35 4NG, Telephone: 07554 601836, Email juliemoss@ stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk, www. stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk Evening clear round showjumping, Clear round showjumping on grass being held throughout 2019. Weather dependant so if weather is bad please call in advance. All heights catered for., Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 01483 418271, Email: munsteadevents@ gmail.com, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

CHIPSTEAD RIDING CLUB SUMMER SEASON EVENTS 2019

7 July, Comphurst Cross Country Course,

5-7 July, Kent County Show, Celebrating 90 years a showcase event for farming, countryside and rural life, the very best of Kent, New refreshed timetable with 25 HOYS Qualifier, new Welsh A & B classes, Welsh bronze medal status for all Welsh sections, new exercise Driving class, new Showjumping classes, new Side Saddle Qualifier, show Hunter Pony classes, Ridden and Working Hunters, Heavy Horse Classes & more, Entertainment with animals and food, fun and excitement and above all a sense of what ‘The Garden of England’ has to offer, cattle marquee, shire stables on site, flower and woodland craft workshops, cookery demonstrations, live music, Kent Showground, Detling, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 3JF, Telephone: 01622 633060, www.kentshow.co.uk 6 July, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated

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

Racehorse to Riding Horse 2018, Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifiers, Greenlands Equestrian Centre, Wreay, Carlisle CA4 0RR, www.search4astar.org. uk, www.racehorse2ridinghorse.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

8 July, Capricorn Equestrian, Jason Webb

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

9-11 July, Comphurst Cross Country Course, Adult Camp, Rother Valley Riding Club Adults Camp. 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 9 July, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

10 July, Great Bookham Shows, Open

and Pony Club Dressage & Clear Round Evening, dressage classes from intro to elementary, including Pony Club tests, clear round show jumping heights start from 60cms, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

10 July, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

13 July, Colettes Shows, Showing

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

13-14 July, Eridge Horse Trials and 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.seesltd.com 14 July, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal

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

14 July, Great Bookham Shows, Summer

Showing and Fun Show, Showing Show including affiliated qualifiers, VHS regional finals as well as CHAPS, TSR, Sunshine Tour at Hickstead & Equifest, class include working hunter, intro to showing, ridden horses, show ponies, in hand classes and fun, novelty classes, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

14 July, Southdown Hunt East Pony

Club, Branch Show, Wivelsden Farm, North Common Road, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EH, www.sdhepc.org

14 July, Speedgate Events, Mariana

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Amelia Wilbourn Biomechanics Coach

BHSII RWYM Mechanical Horses

• Develop and understand your position • Improve your conﬁdence • Returning to riding following injury? • All ages and levels catered for 07940 476054 • Lessons on your www.ameliawilbourn.co.uk own horse or pony. 16 July, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

17 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

17 July, Speedgate Events, Andrew

20 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

21 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

21 July, Capricorn Equestrian,

Summer in-hand Show, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

21 July, Chipstead Riding Club, Combined Training, East Bysshe, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

21 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

23-28 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

MID SURREY BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB

EVENTS 2019 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.com

VENUE:

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

Sunday 17th 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.

23 July, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

25 July, Squirrells Riding School, Cross

Country Day at Bonfleur Cross Country Course, Bonfleur Cross Country Course, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4BD, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

Saturday 30th March Mounted Games Competition. Mini, Junior and Senior. Commencing 10am. Sec. Mrs Ali Lock, 2 Buckworth Cottages, Worth Road, West Grinstead, RH13 8GH. alilock8@hotmail.com. 07824559426. Sunday 14th April

Eventer’s Challenge 95/1m 85/90cm 80cm, 70cm, 60cm, 45cm approx. Commencing 9.30am. Sec. Mrs Keeley Hesling. 28 Church Lane Drive, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 3RG. 07973 639102. alhesling@aol.com Many prizes.

Sunday 28th 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 11th May

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

26 July, Colettes Shows, Evening Show

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

27-28 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*, International Dressage to be held on castle lawns,Trade stands, Fun Dog Show (Sunday only), Chilham Castle Estate, Chilham, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk

27 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

Sunday 12th May

28 July, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated

Monday 27th May

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

Sunday 9th 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 11th August

Companion Dog Show and Lurcher Show. Details from LANA 01737 668494 or JOHN 07752 643377.

Sunday 22nd Sept

Hunter Trials. 45cm to 100cm (1’6” to 3'3) Schooling Rounds and enclosed CRJ. Commencing 10am. Sec. tbc

Sunday 6th October

Hunter Trials 45cm to 100cm (1’6” to 3'3) Schooling Rounds and enclosed CRJ. Commencing 10am Sec. Mrs Jo Davis, Little Garth, Church Lane, Chaldon, Surrey CR3 5AL. 07947 499779 jodavis182@gmail.com.

Sunday 3rd Nov

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

28 July, Squirrells Riding School,

Dressage Show, Evening Dressage Show, Classes: Intro B (2009), Intro C (2016), Prelim 1 (2006), Prelim 2 (2016) Nov 27 (2007), Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

28 July, Speedgate Events, Mariana

30 July, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

30 July, Squirrells Riding School, Beach

Ride, Must be a current client to take part, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

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31 July, Colettes Shows, Showing

ST MICHAELS HOSPICE RIDING CLUB

Sunday 7th April Dressage Extravaganza Bodiam International Arena, Court Lodge Farm, Robertsbridge TN32 5UJ Sunday 12th May Normanhurst Charity Ride/Walk Normanhurst Estate, Catsﬁeld, East Sussex TN33 9DL Sunday 23rd June Hobby Horse Gymkhana and Craft Fair Three Oaks Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Three Oaks, East Sussex TN35 4NG Sunday 4th August Dog Show Three Oaks Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Three Oaks, East Sussex TN35 4NG Sunday 8th September Annual Show Petley Wood Equestian Centre Marley Lane Battle East Sussex TN33 0RE Sunday 27th October Pink and Bling with a Halloween Theme Bodiam International Arena, Court Lodge Farm, Robertsbridge TN32 5UJ Contact Mrs J Moss 07554 601836, Email juliemoss@stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk

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

31 July, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage

& Clear Round Evening, Dressage & Clear Round Evening, dressage classes from intro to elementary, including Pony Club tests, clear round show jumping heights start from 60cms,, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

AUGUST 1 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

2 August, Squirrells Riding School,

Pony Day, A brilliant way to get introduced to the idea of riding a pony, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

3 August, Speedgate Events, Julia

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4 August, Great Bookham Shows, Fun

Summer Show with Showing, Unaffiliated Dressage, Show jumping, Eventers Challenge, and Open fun dog show and gymkhana games, Showing classes for all including intro to showing classes and our favourite Best Unicorn class, dressage classes include bareback dressage, Show jumping clases include cross poles up to 80cm, and novelty horse and hound jumping, Eventer’s challenge from 60cms upwards over a course of rustic/cross country style fences, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

4 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

We are a family run business, and use our boxes both to compete our dressage and event horses as well as using them to transport our stallions, youngstock and mares and foals, we therefore are able to understand the different needs of both customers and horses; we always have demonstrator vehicles to view at our yard in West Sussex by appointment. We are keen to continue to uphold the excellent reputation of Foxy Twin Horseboxes using our knowledge and experience to continually evolve the box to ensure high expectations are met, as well as safety and practicality prevailing.

4 August, Munstead Horse Trials, Hunter

Trials, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Telephone: 07768 740969, Email: becca@heathfarmequestrian. co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

4 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

4 August, St Michaels Hospice Riding

Club, Dog Show, Three Oaks Village Hall, Butchers Lane, Three Oaks, East Sussex TN35 4NG, Telephone: 07554 601836, Email juliemoss@stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org. uk, www.stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk

5-8 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 6 August, Munstead Heath Farm, Evening

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

7 August, Capricorn Equestrian,

11 August, 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

11 August, Denmead Horse Shows,

‘Budget’ Fun Horse & Dog Show, Budget Horse and Dog Show, Showing, Jumping, Dressage, TSR & South Downs SS Qualifiers, and Dog classes, Denmead, Inhams Lane, Denmead, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 6LX, www.denmeadhorseshows.co.uk

11 August, F S Events, Dressage, Warrigal

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

11 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/

11 August, SEIB Search for a Star and

Racehorse to Riding Horse 2018, Star and Racehorse to Riding Horse qualifiers, Arena UK, Allington Lane, Grantham NG32 2EF, www.search4astar.org.uk, www.racehorse2ridinghorse.co.uk

13 August, Munstead Heath Farm,

13 August, Squirrells Riding School,

Ride and re-ride Dressage, Ride a previously chosen test then after tuition re-ride for better score, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

14 August, Great Bookham Shows,

Open and Pony Club Dressage & Clear Round Evening, dressage classes from intro to elementary, including Pony Club tests, clear round show jumping heights start from 60cms, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

14 August, Lodge Farm Cross-Country

14 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

17 August, Rye & District Country

Show, in aid of St Michael’s Hospice, Horse Show, and dog show, classic cars, children’s games, ferrets and terrier racing, parachute display team, food and shopping, Elm Tree Farm, Icklesham, Winchelsea, East Sussex, (on the A259), TN36 4BH, https:// www.facebook.com/stmichaelshospice/

17 August, Speedgate Events, Mariana

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

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18 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 18 August, Squirrells Riding School,

Cross Country Day at Bonfleur Cross Country Course, Bonfleur Cross Country Course, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4BD, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

20 August, Munstead Heath Farm,

20 August, Squirrells Riding School,

Beach Ride, Must be a current client to take part, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

22 August, Capricorn Equestrian,

1 September, Farming World, Showing

and Jumping, Farming World, Southern Counties, Showing, Show Jumping, Dog, Show, Faversham Show Ground, Faversham, Kent, ME13 9SW. Organised by Colette’s Horse Shows, www.cbequine.co.uk

1 September, 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

6-8 September, Juddwood Farm Horse Camps, Residental Horse Camps for Adults, Bring your horse for three days of great fun and excellent instruction, Juddwood Farm, Haysden Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 8AB, Telephone: 01892 871080, www.juddwoodfarm.co.uk 7 September, Colettes Shows,

One Day Event, One Day Eventing at Lockskinners Cross Country Course, Lockskinners Farm, Wilderness Lane, Chiddingstone, Kent, TN8 7NA, Telephone: 07949 096086, Email: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

7 September, Speedgate Events, Julia

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

25 August, Chipstead Riding Club,

8 September, APHS, Foreign Breed

23 August, Colettes Shows, Evening

Show Jumping, Open Show Jumping, East Bysshe, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

25-26 August, Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show, A massive two-day countryside event which is the most spectacular August Bank Holiday day out in Surrey for the whole family. The show combines all the favourites of a traditional agricultural show with 21st century family entertainment, rides, experiences and shopping. 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. 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 26 August, East Kent Hunt Pony

Club, Mini One Day Event, up to 70cms, Bigberry Farm Cross Country Course, Bigberry Farm, Bigbury Road, Chartham Hatch, Canterbury, Kent, CT4 7NE, http://branches.pcuk.org/eastkent/

26 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

27 August, Munstead Heath Farm,

29 August to 1 September, Equifest, The

Festival for Horse Lovers, A 5-day festival of fun and enjoyment for all horse lovers, East of England Showground, Oundle Road, Peterborough, PE2 6XE, www.equifest.org.uk

29 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

SEPTEMBER 1 September, Capricorn Equestrian,

Autumn In-Hand Show, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

Friendly, family run shows with ur Sunshine To and TSR qualiﬁers

Festival, APHS Foreign Breed Festival Sussex & Open Breed Western & Youth classes, event will fund future events and sponsorship of other FB classes at shows in the UK, Class 12 (In Hand Baroque) & Class 32 (Ridden Middle/Heavyweight), Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0AL, Email: lynnusauk@aol.com, https:// lynnusauk.wixsite.com/londoncounties

8 September, Chilham Park, Hunter Trials, Unaffiliated One Day Event, Chilham Castle Estate, Chilham, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk

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8 September, Chipstead Riding

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

8 September, Denmead Horse Shows, Autumn Show and Fun One Day Event, Fun One Day Event, with Showing, Show Jumping, Dressage, Cross Country, TSR & South Downs Showing Series Gala, Denmead, Inhams Lane, Denmead, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 6LX, www.denmeadhorseshows.co.uk

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

8 September, St Michaels Hospice

Riding Club, Annual Horse and Dog Show, Petley Wood Equestrian Centre, Petley Farm, Marley Lane, East Sussex, TN33 0RE, Telephone: 07554 601836, Email juliemoss@ stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk, www. stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk

8 September, Southdown Hunt

East Pony Club, Mini One Day Event sponsored by the Margaret Sheffield Memorial Fund, Wivelsden Farm, North Common Road, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EH, www.sdhepc.org

8 September, 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

9 September, Capricorn Equestrian, Jason Webb Clinic, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Telephone: 07587 747675, Email: capricornequestrian@hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

11 September, Capricorn Equestrian,

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Summer Camps for Children at

Baybee’s Riding School, Luxembourg founded by British Riding Instructor

Anna Skippon

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Summer Camps are an amazing opportunity for children aged 7 and over to spend a week in the beautiful Luxembourg countryside, riding, learning and enjoying Baybee’s horses and ponies. The dormitories are on site and facilities are designed for comfort. The days will be jam-packed with riding and learning, ﬁlled with fun and making friends. Plus there will be displays from Luxembourg’s best riders. On site accommodation for parents too can be booked separately. Children travelling alone can be collected from the airport.

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A day in the life of...

Steve Frame Eleven-year-old Izzy Frame, from Bexhill, might have a tricky pony, called Jack, to ride but she has some brilliant back up in her mum, Emma, and stepfather, Steve Frame. Steve’s dedication to her riding is allowing Izzy to overcome the obstacles Jack throws at her while out competing.

My alarm clock is set for…. 5.55am every day and weekends are no different. If it’s a weekday Izzy rides before school with Emma supervising and I do stable duties, mucking out Jack (a twelve-year-old Welsh cross who has been with us for eighteen months) and Riley (a ten-year-old Fell cross). If we’re heading out to compete, training or a ride on the beach, we start early and make sure the stables are finished before we go.

The family getting ready Izzy riding on the beach Izzy and Steve with Jack at an event

My first job of the day is… As per every day the ponies come first, it is the usual stable work before I hook up the trailer and make sure we have hay and water for the day. At some events prep starts the night before when we do a recce of the route to the show or go to walk the course, often having a pub supper on the way home.

I started going to competitions… I started going to competitions as Izzy became more involved with her riding. She loves the adrenaline of going fast, she’s not so into dressage but really likes taking part in Mounted Games with the East Sussex Pony Club (under Clare Bassett’s tutoring), where she has made some great friends and grown in confidence.

Izzy and Jack out jumping

Izzy and Jack

My main duty at a horse show is… I look after whichever pony Izzy isn’t competing on – making sure they are behaving! I’ll organise lunch and just before Izzy is due to compete I’ll go through her riding keys with her to make sure she is ready for the challenge ahead.

I’m at the show, starving hungry; so I eat… Sometimes when we’ve not taken a picnic we’ll go and see what John at Golden Cross has on the café’s menu, you know the food is good there. Or a bacon roll at Bodiam isn’t bad!

When the day goes well… We are always pleased to have Izzy safely back in one piece, as Jack can be a very difficult ride. Despite having been successful in competitions Izzy is a modest person, who is enjoying the journey of developing as a rider. And when it doesn’t go right, she never gets disheartened, or over excited when it goes well.

When a day doesn’t go well… With Jack it can go really badly. The worst was when Izzy ended up in an ambulance at a hunter trial.

When I finally get home … Days can be very long (and cold) so we don’t feel like cooking when we get back to base so we might head to McDonald’s.

What would I have done with my weekend if I didn’t have a horse competition to go to? I like motorbikes and powerlifting, when times allow, but the ponies come first of course.

Emma and Izzy at fancy dress dressage

Each issue we will be featuring a ‘A day in the life of’, if you know the perfect person email alex@localrider.co.uk

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With thanks to Alex Kelly who interviewed Steve Frame

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