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March 2013 • VOLUME XIII NUMBER 2

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Contents March 2013 EDITOR

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Alex Kelly, Craig Payne, Luke Gee, Hazel Wilson, Spidge Photography, Rachel Wakefield, Claire McCaffery, Samantha Lamb, Ed Lyall BVetMed Cert EM MRCVS, Pip Robertson, Lucy Nicholas, Julian Portch, Polly Tucker, Stephen Davies, Lucy Griffiths, Lottie Clay, Sam Goss, Sue Bird, Jane Sander, Lynn Jarvis, Stephen Biddlecombe Jayne Webber and The Humdinger, Skewbald & Piebald Ridden Horse Champion, Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead,2012

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Rider Focus – Kitty King BHS London Riding Horse Parade Choosing a Stallion The London New Year’s Day Parade Taking your horse on holiday Barefoot v Shod Stickability – do you have it?

Striking a Balance with Probiotics From Flighty to Manageable How to plan your Cross Country Schooling Day 52 Where to go Cross Country Schooling 54 Arc Equine – Against the odds 58 Team GB Tentpeggers head to India

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News Club News – Mid Surrey Pony Club Spotlight – Catriona Kerruish Regional Roundup Readers’ Gallery The diary of Figaro Flyer British Showjumping News British Showjumping Club League Table

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Laura’s Diary Tried & Tested – Lightweight Turnouts Wash & Go A Career with Horses?

Making sense of Laminitis Show Dates Guide to the Season Pre Season Turnout Tips Classifieds Father Figure – Jason Hickling Reader of the Month – Georgia Brady Coming Next Month

Show Reports 56 60 61 62 64 66

Sunshine Tour Report Rogate & District Riding Club West Kent Sevenoaks Pony Club Out & About at Oldencraig Highstead Dressage Derby Equi-Fun Club Winter Dressage

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o much has happened in the short space of a month. There has been snow, see Laura’s Diary on page 44 and today as I share this with you, there have been bright rays of sunshine. At the beginning of the week my horse was wrapped up in her heavyweight turnout, but today I wonder if soon she will be needing her lightweight rug on during the day. If your horse needs a new rug this spring, turn to page 46 and see the latest range of lightweight turnouts.

If you aren’t inspired already to do something fun with your horse, hopefully you will be after reading this month’s issue. There is a guide to the best places to go cross country schooling, 15 pages of Show Dates, plus where to take your horse on holiday.

There have been some fun and colourful reports this month and amongst my favourites are The BS London Riding Horse Parade, page 24, The London New Year’s Day Parade, page 28 and the GB Tentpeggers on page 58.

The outdoor season is approaching quickly and whatever you are doing with your horse over the coming months have fun and remember to keep us updated with your news via email, twitter and facebook.

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news Riding for the Disabled Sponsored Ride

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ranleigh riding for the Disabled offers well over 200 children, with a range of disabilities, both intellectual and physical, the opportunity to ride. riders come from all over Surrey and parts of West Sussex, some with schools or care homes and some independently with their parents after school or at weekends. For many it is the highlight of their week. riding enhances independence, confidence and self-esteem. It can raise morale and give a real sense of achievement when personal goals are attained and perhaps too from being able to do something that many able bodied people cannot do. In the very different environment a stable offers, riders get a different outlook on life, they may learn to relate to others better, to cooperate or be part of a team, to communicate more. and they get the opportunity to be close to horses, which in itself can be very therapeutic: “the outside of a horse is good for the inside of a man”.

Deluxe Deal of the Day! When it comes to innovation, on-line retailers Dressage Deluxe have certainly introduced their fair share of shopping incentives over the years to tempt and treat their customers: From their enviable loyalty card scheme, through to their free personal shopper and styling service, Dressage Deluxe have brought internet shopping into a new realm.

Their latest shopping enticement is a brand new section entitled ‘Deluxe Deal Of The Day’. Each day, the page will be updated to feature a special offer for ONE day only, with fantastic offers, which won’t be repeated!

Whether it’s a discounted item, a little extra something to go with the item featured or a special offer, the ‘Deluxe Deal Of The Day’ is worth checking out… well, daily! www.dressagedeluxe.co.uk Dressage Deluxe Free Phone: 0800 321 3001

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New sponsor for Natasha Baker Verdo horse Bedding, the UK manufactured wood pellet-bedding company is proud to announce that they are now sponsoring mBE and double Gold medallist Paralympic dressage rider Natasha Baker.

The sponsorship deal will not only cover all of Natasha’s horses, but also her entire London based livery yard.

Natasha is delighted with the association, as she explained: “having previously used a wood pellet bedding on the yard, we were already familiar with this type of bedding, however Verdo horse Bedding has excelled our expectations in terms of performance. It’s virtually dust free and the absorbent qualities are fantastic, meaning we are using far less bedding than before.

Because it also comes in pellet form, it doesn’t take up masses of space or weight in the lorry, which makes it ideal for using in the lorry or for stabling over night.”

Good Friday Sponsored Ride The 11 mile Sponsored ride on Good Friday 29th march 2103 will help raise money for cranleigh rDa. This long running annual fund raising event is a vital part of the charity’s fund raising activities. cranleigh rDa receives no funding and is entirely self supporting by means of modest rider contributions, fund raising and donations.

Entrants will pay an entry fee of £10 plus a minimum sponsorship amount of £20. But it is hoped riders will be motivated to work hard to raise more than just that and perhaps win the £50 prize (one for riders 18 and under, one for those over 18) for the highest sponsorship money raised.

Introduced for the first time this year is a new three mile course designed for led or accompanied younger riders. Whilst having fun themselves, these young pony enthusiasts will be able to make their own contribution to improving the lives of many disabled people who, like them, just love to ride.

Full details of the Cranleigh RDA Sponsored Ride and entry information can be found at www.cranleighrdagroup.co.uk

Prevent those rubs Bossy’s Bibs were designed over 20 years ago to help a show pony that was suffering from rug rubs - a problem many horse owners have faced, as their horse’s coat is rubbed away leaving unsightly and sometimes sore bare patches. The material was carefully selected to ensure it would be comfortable, breathable and machine washable. Bossy’s Bibs help by forming a protective layer between the rug and the hair thereby preventing rubs and allowing the hair to re grow.

The Bossy’s Bibs maneGuard has all the features of the bibs plus an extended neck designed to smooth and protect the mane from being ‘rubbed out’ by full neck rugs.

For more information please visit www.bossysbibs.com or telephone 01442 824033.

Freedom to Jump for Joy! With the recent media focus on how your choice of girth can possibly affect performance under saddle, childéric Saddles UK have introduced a number of jump girths which embrace their saddle design philosophy that freedom of movement and comfort should never be compromised in the quest for style.

The childéric Saddles Jump Girth collection offers four different styles, which all feature triple thick elasticated ends for excellent saddle stability and an ergonomically cut to ensure even distribution of pressure.

The shape of the girths allows for the girth to sit in the correct position, without catching the horse around the sensitive area behind the elbow and eliminating the possibility of trapping the muscles. all four girths can be adjusted in width for a bespoke fit if required. www.childericuk.com

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Please contact Fiona on 01892 863062 or email fiona@localrider.co.uk to submit your news to Localrider.

Whilst every effort is taken to ensure your news is included, the Editor cannot guarantee that all submissions will be published

Pics by Matthew Webb

One man and his horse

Betfair Lambourn Open Day

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fter the most popular day on record last year, the The Betfair Lambourn Open Day returns on Good Friday, 29th March 2013. The highlights this year include the Household Cavalry performing their spectacular Musical Ride.

The Household Cavalry’s unique equine display has been performing in Britain and abroad since 1882 and continues to wow the crowds with the soldiers dynamic display of horsemanship. With 28 horses and 36 soldiers the display includes four state trumpeters and the Queen’s drum horse and is a breathtaking sight.

Soldiers from the Household Cavalry will also show off their jumping skills when they take on top jockeys including AP McCoy, John Francome and Mick Fitzgerald in an exciting Show Jumping competition against the clock. Other activities in the afternoon include schooling over fences and hurdles by top jockeys.

In the morning, the Betfair Lambourn Open Day gives visitors the chance to explore behind the scenes of some of the top racing establishments in the country. This includes the opportunity to visit the twice Champion Trainer, Nicky Henderson’s yard, Seven Barrows and to watch horses swimming in the equine pool at Windsor House Stables where Harry Dunlop trains. There is also the chance to visit the Equine Veterinary Hospital.

Yards and equine sites will open between 8.30am – 1pm and events in the Show Ring run from 1 – 5pm. The afternoon entertainment includes farrier displays, pony rides, children’s activities and a vast array of trade stands and food stalls, providing plenty of shopping opportunities.

Tickets cost £12 for the day and £6 after 1.00pm, whilst children go free. Money is raised for local charities, the Lambourn Housing Trust and Thames Valley and Air Ambulance.

For further details go to www.lambourn.info

Be Prepared for the Season Supreme Products Moisture & Condition spray has proven to be influential in helping to protect and preserve your horse’s skin and valuable mane and tail hairs. It is a necessity for manes that are regularly hooded, plaited, or tails that are prone to getting damaged and dry.

Moisturise & Condition is also perfect for moisturising and soothing the skin, effective in areas that have been scarred, rubbed or prone to rubbing by rugs. www.supremeproducts.co.uk

Gersemi NorNor

William Reddaway from William Cheltenham and his horse and Strider, will set out on an Strider ambitious adventure in May. They will travel to all four corners of England via 30 Cathedrals to raise awareness for two charities, the Family Holiday Association and the Wormwood Scrubs Pony Centre. William will be 65 and three months, when he sets out on his journey.

A keen horseman, William has always loved travelling and wanted to do a seriously long journey. Over two years in planning, William realised he could not undertake such a journey until he retired, which he did last summer.

William said: “In 2006, I heard about three women who rode 450 miles from Yorkshire to the Brecon Beacons, and then met riders travelling from John O’Groats to Land’s End. This provided a great inspiration. However, I also felt that this would be a very good opportunity to raise a lot of money for two charities that I have supported for a number of years.”

William and Strider will be travelling alone, relying on friends and contacts to put them up throughout England. He has done the initial route planning, using bridleways and roads, and is now checking that route with contacts around the whole country. As the route is sorted he is looking for accommodation.

His first priority for each night is good, safe grazing for Strider and after that a bed for himself. While that planning goes on he and Strider are also getting prepared. William has been delighted with support already received from The Saddle Exchange Company for his saddle, South Essex Insurance Brokers for the insurance on Strider, and Simple Systems Ltd who will provide Strider’s feed and advice on nutrition as his work gets more and more demanding.

Farncombe Estate, above the village of Broadway in the Cotswolds, where William worked for 28 years is providing the venue for the start and finish of this 2,500 mile journey.

For further information about the ride visit www.rideroundengland.org

Royal Leisure Centre Royal Leisure has completely re-furbished both of their indoor arenas with Andrews Bowen Surfaces. 540 tonnes of the stuff!

If you haven’t already sampled the Clubhouse, it is highly recommended. With views over the main arena, there is a log fire and delicious, home-produced meals.

There are competitions for every level of rider, from grassroots right up to the professional . Showjumping, Dressage, Eventing, Showing and Driving are some of the disciplines you can enjoy.

There are also great outdoor facilities, including two grass derby arenas, two large all-weather arenas and new for this year a cross country course.

Win a free entry. Once a month the centre will be drawing a winner from their list of Facebook fans . The winner will receive one free competition entry.

The facilities are also available to hire for more information visit: www.royalleisure.co.uk

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Waterproof, windproof and breathable, the NorNor jacket is highly practical while offering the ultimate in style. The NorNor is shaped to allow ‘freedom of movement’. It also features a detachable hood.

It really is the perfect jacket for fashion conscious riders.

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news Paddock Likit The Paddock Likit is the easy way to provide essential nutrients for horses and ponies on a forage diet or where feed intake is restricted, perhaps due to lack of work or in order to avoid obesity. Designed for use in the field or stable, the special formulation includes high quality vitamins and minerals, with the added benefit of garlic, oils, Biosprint Live Yeast and the ‘Happy Hoof’ formula.

Costing just £12.99 for a longlasting 8kg tub, the Paddock Likit is economical to use and suitable for all types of equine, being especially useful for good doers and horses at grass.

Contact Likit Products on 01655 750523 or visit www.likit.co.uk for information and stockists.

Royal Alexandra and Albert School There can’t be many state schools that have their own stable, but one such school is the Royal Alexandra and Albert School in Reigate.

This state boarding school is situated within 260 acres of parkland and has 20 horses for pupils to ride.

The School is able to offer riding lessons to pupils at a much lower cost than other local stables, and it even offers lessons free of charge to some of its ‘Foundationer’ boarders.

Stables Manager, Irini Economou stretches her riding budget to its limit to ensure that as many pupils as possible have riding lessons. One of her strategies is literally ‘horse-trading’. She buys horses that are suitable for the varying abilities of her students, trains them to be even more marketable, and then is able to sell them at a profit a few years later.

This way the students get good riding ponies as well as new horses to keep up with their changing needs. For example, in the last few years the school had introduced Horse Management BTEC for Sixth Form students and bigger, more skilled horses are required for students on this course.

There have been many success stories for pupils who have developed their riding skills at the Royal Alexandra and Albert School. Some have gone on to forge successful careers in the horse riding industry, starting with apprenticeships in stables or going to the British Racing School. Riding is particularly valuable for Foundation pupils who often form strong bonds with the horses. They get great pleasure from caring for the horses as well as riding them.

Mid Surrey Pony Club Fundraising continues

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any of you may remember the impressive fundraising undertaken by the Mid Surrey Pony Club in order to secure their Pony Club field for future generations. We caught up with Gina Kitchener, District Commissioner of the Mid Surrey Pony Club to find out the current situation.

Gina said: “We would like to thank everyone who supported our events/shows during 2012. This enabled us to meet our commitment of an annual repayment fee on the loan that secured our Pony Club field. The field is on chalk down and drains well so the inclement weather that was responsible for the cancellation of many events at other venues did not trouble us unduly and we were able to organise a full programme of events.

The Committee and many volunteers have put together a 2013 programme of events that is many and varied hoping to encourage old and young riders alike to come and enjoy the facilities that we now own. When visiting the field please bring with you any old print cartridges, mobile phones, aluminium cans and place them in boxes in the barn as we collect these as part of our fund raising campaign. Our fundraising continues at full pace.

The Pony Club field facilities are available for hire by groups or individuals. There is a cross country course of jumps, ranging in height from 1’ 0” to 3’0”, which include water jump, banks, steps and ditches. Plus many varied show jumps.”

Fleeceworks Surcingle Pad With time and daylight tight, lunging can become a vital timesaver for riders and when it comes to kitting your horse out in the right equipment, the Fleeceworks Surcingle Pad available through on-line retailer Shadow Horse enhances your horse’s lunging experience by offering exceptional comfort across your horse’s back.

The pad is styled in the finest Australian merino sheepskin, which is not only super dense and soft, but also far more robust than lambskin and superior in its breathability and overall performance.

The complete sheepskin coverage and rolled edges also dispel any pressure points and helps to prevent rubbing across the wither and back. The pad also features Velcro straps either side for a secure bespoke fit, which won’t slip during use. www.shadowhorse.co.uk

The Holkham Rider

The new Check Padded Headcollar is made from high quality webbing with fleece padded lining at noseband and headpiece.

With a specially shaped noseband and headpiece for comfort, the Check Padded Headcollar features check embroidery with Satin finish fittings.

Available in Pony, Cob and Full sizes and in colours Chocolate, Indigo, Red, Sky Blue or Pink.

The Holkham Rider is a brand-new long boot by Taurus footwear.

Taurus has launched this gorgeous leather boot based on customer requests for a robust, 100% waterproof country boot with a riding sole.

This boot will take its owner through water jumps, muddy puddles and dog walks with ease – it is the ultimate smart, outdoor, functional riding boot. With the new additional of a robust riding sole, the Holkham Rider becomes the ultimate, musthave boot for riders who want warmth and practicality and do not want to keep changing their footwear between stable, saddle and even the school run.

For more information please contact Cottage Craft on 01274 711101 or visit www.cottagecraft.co.uk

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GREAT DAY OUT Tom Crisp, international event rider based in Mayfield, East Sussex is currently looking for new owners and rides for the forthcoming season. Opportunities to be part of an event horse owning syndicate.

Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th April 2013 The South of England Show Ground Ardingly, West Sussex RH17 6TL ____________________________

Come along and see the thrills and spills of eventing, watch the elegance of dressage, the pressures of show jumping and the bravery of the cross country phase.

A great day out for all the family. Trade stands, catering and licence bar or bring a picnic.

International and local riders competing at different levels throughout the weekends.

Each day starts with the dressage at 9am with the first competitor on the cross country course at approximately 10am Only £10 per car including all passengers

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT www.southofenglandhorsetrials.co.uk

We currently have spaces available for full/part and competition livery.

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We offer great facilities to best prepare the horses for the disciplines of eventing. International sized indoor and outdoor arenas, SJ & XC fences. Tom is also available for coaching and training.

To get involved and be part of the team contact Tom Crisp on 07740 826863 or visit our website www.teamcrisp.com

THE BADMINTON HORSETRIALS2013 FRIDAY 3 MAY 2013. ONLY £349 PER PERSON A three day break to the famous Badminton Horse Trials in the park of Badminton House, located on the estate of the Duke of Beaufort in Gloucestershire, with Buzzlines Travel.

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This fantastic coach day trip to London includes tickets to the most renowned horse show which cannot be missed.

Olympia, London’s International Horse Show is internationally celebrated for its combination of sporting action, amazing acts and festive fun.

Each performance is packed with top class sporting action, outstanding equestrian displays, and the classic crowd pleasers The Shetland Pony Grand National,The Kennel Club Dog Agility and The Christmas Finale.

There is also a great Shopping Village with over 200 shops where you can fulfil all of your equestrian Christmas wishes.

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news Stable yards go round in circles

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oused under a singlespan roof, with a 30m or 45m diameter, the Roundhouse accommodates stabling where horses can all look inwards and see every other horse in the barn, or look outside. And they can see horses on either side. This 360 degree visibility helps mimic the horse’s natural preference to see all around them and can help reduce anxieties caused by separation from other horses.

The size of the structure means it can be tailored to include flexible exercise space – a 45 meter span could provide a covered exercise track of 140 meters around the external perimeter. There’s also the possibility of using the centre space for a covered horse walker.

And it’s not just the horses which benefit from the Roundhouse design. With everything under cover owners don’t have to battle the elements. Vets and farriers will also appreciate having somewhere dry to examine and treat any horses they have to visit.

Made from 100% recyclable materials, the Roundhouse is environmentally friendly and its sympathetic curved profile blends into the adjacent landscape. Roundhouses can be found nestled in the Welsh valleys and on National Trust-owned land in the Cumbrian fells.

The buildings arrive ready to assemble in one delivery and take around a week to erect. And there’s no need for anyone to work at height while it’s constructed – the roof is put together at ground level and raised in stages, making it a very safe way to build.

Geoff Simpson, managing director, and designer of the Roundhouse, believes horse owners will appreciate the improved welfare conditions for horses offered by the Roundhouse. He explains: “We know that owners want the very best for their horses and for many that means keeping them in as natural an environment as possible. The British weather means it’s often not practical for horses to roam outside, all year round. And traditional stables don’t mimic their natural living conditions. Conventional stables, combined with restricted turn out, lack of exercise and lack of stimulation can cause stable vices to develop. Riders think in circles all the time – they ride in circles, lunge in circles and have circular walkers. Why shouldn’t they have circular stable complexes as well?”

The Roundhouse is a British patented designed manufactured in Barnard Castle by the original designers Geoff Simpson and John Allinson.

More information about Roundhouse Buildings can be found at www.roundhouseltd.co.uk

New High Wither Saddlecloth The KM Elite Close Contact High Wither Saddlecloth is made from superior quilted fabric. It has velcro girth fastening and Velcro D-ring attachments,for easy fitting.

It is available in white, black and brown. RRP £31.99.

For more information visit www.kmeliteproducts.co.uk or telephone 01403 759659.

Before heading out to a ranch for a real experience of cowboy life, hop in the saddle and try your hand at Breakaway Roping, a brand new free game available for iPhone and iPad. Designed by Top50Ranches, this fun, interactive game gives players the chance to have a go at roping cattle and test their riding skills in the rodeo simulation. A true insight into the western culture and way of life, it’s a game that adults and children will both enjoy and is available for download now.

Breakaway Roping is available from the iTunes app store now and it’s completely free of charge, so make sure you download it today. www.top50ranches.com

Carriage Driving Fair 2013 Britain’s biggest indoor carriage driving show, organised by Brockham Harness Club returns to its new home The Merrist Wood Arena at Guildford on Sunday 21st April and celebrates its 17th year.

The show recognised as the start of the driving season brings together the excitement of a live sporting event with all the entertainment of top quality equine attractions under one roof.

The show offers carriage driving enthusiasts and newcomers to the sport the chance to catch up with the latest ideas and products with the vast range of trade stands and demonstrations on offer.

Every visitor has the chance to try driving for free in the ‘Suck it and See Area’, it’s the perfect family day out with full catering facilities, free parking, free admission for under 12s and tickets are now on sale including reserved balcony seating.

Tickets are available on the door but why not fast track and order your tickets online at www.carriagefair.co.uk

Buzz along to Badminton

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uzzlines Travel are pleased to offer new for 2013 a 3 night / 4 day weekend trip to the Badminton Horse Trials - renowned for being one of the toughest and most exciting equestrian events, the pinnacle of the world’s 3-Day-Event calendar. As the name suggests horse and rider compete over 3 days, each day consisting of a different discipline, namely, dressage, cross country and show jumping.

Also on offer in 2013 are our ever popular trips to the London International Horse Show in December for both the evening Freestyle to Music ‘Kur’ and afternoon Show Jumping spectacular.

For further details or to book - telephone Buzzlines Travel: 01303 261870

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etplan Equine has teamed up with Redwings Horse Sanctuary to help ease the burden of feeding some 1200 horses in their care this winter. Petplan Equine will donate feed to the charity when you ‘Click’ and ‘Donate’ on Facebook.

For everyone that clicks ‘Donate’ at the top of the Petplan Equine Facebook page the insurer will donate one scoop of horse feed to Redwings. To put this into context for every 20 clicks Redwings will receive a whole bag of feed.

Since this initiative was launched prior to Christmas, already some 6000 scoops or 300 bags of feed have been donated to the charity.

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Alison Mountain

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ery sadly Alison Mountain of the Twyford Stud passed away on 24th January 2013. She was a great ambassador for the Welsh pony breeds and will be remembered for her many contributions to the pony world, not least the beautiful Twyford ponies that have been exported across the globe.

Despite suffering ill health in recent times she was still full of enthusiasm for her ponies, farm, dogs and the various animals which she had around her at Twyford. A true legend who will be much missed.

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Children go free at Plumpton Plumpton Racecourse is anticipating its biggest attendance of the year with the popular two-day totepool Easter Family Festival on Easter Sunday, 31st March and Bank Holiday Easter Monday, 1st April.

Accompanied children under 18 can get in free - and with admission prices starting from only £10 for Adults including a free race programme, it’s a great value day out for all the family.

With the family theme in mind, there is an opportunity to see Peppa Pig at regular intervals on Easter Sunday along with a Children’s Easter Bonnet competition with prizes for under 5s and over 5s. Rastamouse will be joining in the fun at intervals on Easter Monday and on both days a traditional funfair will be based in the centre of the Course along with music, face painting and an Easter egg giveaway.

The racing card for both days is equally impressive with top jockeys and trainers lured by prize money of over £100,000 including a new feature race - the £25,000 totepool Sussex Champion Hurdle on Easter Sunday.

Doors open from 11am and the first race is at 2.30pm on both days. With many thousands expected to attend, racegoers are advised to arrive early or travel by train as Plumpton train station is adjacent to the racecourse.

Full details can be found at www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk or by calling the Racecourse Office on 01273 890383.

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Alison Mountain pictured at home in 2008

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Rider focus:

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Kitty King

If you follow the sport of eventing, you can’t fail to have noticed the star of Kitty King rising; she was ranked 17th in the whole of the UK, in the British Eventing 2012 rankings.

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itty is based in Wiltshire, and was the first event rider to represent Great Britain at all four European levels (Pony Team, Junior Team, Young Rider Team and Senior Team) - she continues to excel, with a strong string of consistent horses coming up through the ranks.

A 2012 highlight for Kitty was winning the Somerford Park Horse Trials International two-star class, sponsored by Rookery Park Stud.

Riding Persimmon, owned by Jane Murfett and Frank Inns; the pair were the ones to beat, repeating their earlier success at Wiltshire’s Barbury Horse Trials International two-star event. “Percy was a new ride to me in 2011, having not previously evented - he had lots to learn, but has taken to eventing like a duck to water,” she said.

Kitty also enjoyed several three star placings, including a memorable third place with High Havoc at Hartpury International in the UK, and fourth place riding Zidante at Jardy, in France.

High marks for jumping

Kitty also enjoyed success with her young ride Ceylor L.A.N. at the five-year-old section of the Lycetts British Eventing Young Horse Championships last year, gaining high marks for jumping and also ‘suitability and potential’. They won the class by an impressive four marks.

Kitty says she found Ceylor almost by accident, as she just happened to be in Sussex one day, and looked in Horse & Hound magazine to see if there were any young horses for sale in the area.

“He was too big and too expensive, but I was in Sussex and so was he,” said Kitty. “He is not really my size as he is tall, but he is a lovely quality horse and one to produce for the future,” said Kitty.

”My favourite piece of kit” – Kitty’s WOW Saddles WOW Saddles can be modular, meaning they not only provide a bespoke fit for each horse when they are first fitted, but can be adapted with different seat and flap options, according to the rider’s needs. They’re also flocked with Flair air-bag flocking to reduce pressure and accommodate changes in the horse shape.

Meanwhile, the saddles’ carbon fibre trees flex left to right, alleviating pressure and allowing maximum freedom through the horse’s back and shoulders.

“In these saddles, my horses stay more comfortable and are a lot less sore through their backs than in traditional saddles; the horses swing more and come through their shoulders better.

When they are jumping, they are not afraid to use every bit of their bodies, as the saddles allow them to. They always get routine physio every two weeks, and the physio has seen a huge difference in the horses since I have been working them in the WOW saddles; the horses are less sore in their bodies, and are far happier,” Kitty says.

Kitty’s event horses can use every bit of their bodies, as the WOW saddles allow great mobility

Why the right saddles are key

As an event rider, Kitty maintains that it is very important to know that her horses can move expressively, and are comfortable and safe - particularly across country. “A rider’s choice of saddle can be considered a safeguard for their horse’s health,” she says.

“For example, an ill-fitting saddle can impinge movement over an obstacle; while an inflexible tree can cause entrapment if a horse falls beneath a fence. What if a horse’s natural movement and stride length were compromised by saddle fit? It is perfectly possible that the animal’s agility could be compromised, perhaps leading to more falls, if tired.”

Kitty’s advice to anyone that events is to have their saddle checked regularly – obviously once a year, to take into account any changes in the horse’s growth and development – but more frequently than that, if required. march 2013 Localrider 15

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Picture by Rachel Wakefield

SPOTLIGHT

Catriona Kerruish

Catriona and Courville BZ pictured after their dressage test in the one star event at Ligniere.

Catriona and Drifter III were the highest placed amateur combination at the Lycetts British Eventing 5YO Final.

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atriona Kerruish seems to effortlessly combine a challenging career, with managing a large livery yard and eventing three horses. She is Head of PE and Dance at Carshalton High School for Girls and runs a livery yard in Newdigate, Surrey, which is home to 25 horses. There are 12 boxes for Catriona’s horses and the full-liveries, while the remainder of the horses live out all-yearround. The yard has an indoor and outdoor school, 65 acres of grazing and Catriona lives on site. With three horses competing up to one star level Catriona can regularly be found exercising a horse at 4.30am, before heading off to school.

Catriona and Courville BZ won the Milton Keynes three-day-event in 2011

Sports Leadership The ability to combine two roles comes naturally to Catriona and is something she has done since studying Sports Leadership at the University of Reading. During her time at University Catriona stabled her horse with Joe Meyer, whose then yard was close to Reading. She learnt a lot from Joe including, how to ride different horses, how to run a yard, how to groom and how to prepare horses for big events. Catriona credits Joe for giving her the grounding to run her own competition yard. When Joe moved his yard to Lingfield, Catriona moved her horses

Catriona and Wrenwood Kaliber are aiming for the BE90 Grassroots Final at Badminton in May with him. It was only when Joe re-located to the United States that Catriona decided to set up her own livery yard.

This season Catriona has three horses to event, two of her own and Julie Kinsella’s Courville B Z aka Zebedee. Julie competed the now 14-year-old up to Novice level, but due to ongoing complications following a knee injury, Catriona has had the ride for the last two season. He had several topthree placings at Novice level as well as completing the one star at Renswoude in Holland, and both Bazoges and Ligniere in France. Catriona hopes to start his season with the Novice at Oasby.

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Buzz & Woody In the short-term the focus is on the rising seven-year-old, Wrenwood Kaliber aka Woody, who will be competing in the Grassroots Final at Badminton in May. He was placed every time out at BE90 level, winning the Regional Final at West Wilts on a dressage score of 27. After Badminton the aim will be to give him some runs at BE100 before hopefully moving up to Novice.

Catriona’s other horse is the rising sixyear-old, Drifter III aka Buzz. He was bought un-broken from Donal Barnwell in 2011 and completed the 2012 season without a single cross country fault. Second in the 5YO Qualifier at Firle he finished the highest placed five-year-old with a non-professional ride at the Lycetts British Eventing Five Year Old Championships.

Since 2011, Catriona has trained with Gemma Tattersall. She takes all three horses for weekly lessons and says that Gemma has completely changed her riding and the way she thinks about jumping. Gemma also helps Catriona with her event plan for the season, advising on fitness work for each horse, including when to start galloping them as well as what to feed them. Catriona said Gemma is there to celebrate on the good days and to give advice if there is a blip.

Catriona is also helped on the flat by Liz Halliday, who has been a great friend, since their time together at Joe Meyer’s yard.

With additional support from Equi Measures Physiotherapy Catriona has an exciting season ahead.

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Cuckoo taught Catriona how to jump the bigger tracks being only 13.2hh he too and despite k her to the Pony Club Cha mpionships and the Nat iona l Sch ools Show Jumping Champions adier Bernerd hips at Blenheim Catriona campaigned Brig y are for eight seasons, here the To contact Catriona to discuss livery be com pictured competing at Gat or training call: 07840 027647

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Ellie with Diamond Nosey at Royal Leisure

Ellie Strap heads to Blue Chip Championships

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ighteen-year-old Ellie Strap has qualified two horses for the Blue Chip Championships. Tequila Royale is already a successful Working Hunter Pony, having qualified for the Horse of the Year Show for the last two years. The bay mare,

by Ard VDL Douglas is now adding show jumping to her wellrounded CV (she has already competed in two BE Novice Events).

Her bold and careful jump is standing her in good stead as together she and Ellie have won three Newcomers in as many months and they are now jumping double clears in Foxhunter classes.

While Ellie’s sister Georgia is away at University, she has temporarily taken over the ride on Diamond Nosey. The six-yearold by Shannondale Sarco St Ghyvan arrived at the Strapp’s home six months ago and has already won two BD Prelim level dressage tests (one with Georgia and the other with her mother, Tamara).

Over the winter he has proved he is an equally talented show jumper, winning two Discoveries and up grading to Newcomers.

Ellie is currently taking a gap year, and is working two days a week for event rider Sacha Hourigan and waitressing at a local restaurant. She is looking forward to competing at the Blue Chip Championships, as education commitments have prevented her for the last few years.

Peruvian Bear – BSPS Heritage Champion

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shton Marshall began her partnership with Peruvian Bear in August 2012 and successfully competed in a handful of shows before the end of the season. Under the tutelage of show ring producer Steven HulstonCritchley, they were well placed at the Equifest Summer Championships and at the BSPS Heritage Championships.

2013 had the best possible start, when at the Great Chart Show in January, Ashton and the Irish bred Connemara, by Mhoy Hazy Cove, won the BSPS Heritage Championship.

The good day did not stop there for this talented duo, as they were the judge’s choice for the Championship in the Equifest section.

Right: Peruvian Bear march 2013 Localrider 21

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BHS NEWS The Parade

The BHS London Riding Horse Parade Words by Claire McCaffery and photography by Samantha Lamb

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Emma West and Morse Code, first Best Coloured, first Novelty Horse class and Supreme Champions

Helen Elcome and Sape van Ravenspos, first Localrider Magazine sponsored Adult Assessment class

n late October, 48 horses and riders converged on Rotten Row, Hyde Park to take part in the BHS London Riding Horse Parade. As well as many private individuals, the parade was supported by entries from Vauxhall City Farm, The Horse Rangers and Ebony Horse Club.

Amongst the entries were some very cute ponies, a Welsh stallion, a 32-year-old gelding and several rescued horses and ponies.

The Show Ring judges, Freda Fisher and Lucy Fisher and ring steward, Jane Ketts, were very impressed with the variety of equines entered and the turnout of all the riders. All of the entries were very well behaved and they had a very difficult job judging all the classes.

The Condition and Turnout classes were also a great success. Donald Kear, BHSI judged both horse and rider on standard of turnout, which he and ring steward Debbie Obard noted was incredibly high. Katie Gray BVMS, MRCVS assessed the condition and soundness of the horse, whilst the Kings Troop Farriers, John Doheney and James Frost, had their work cut out assessing the feet of all 48 entries.

It is one of the aims of the Parade to send people home bedecked in ribbons –and as well as awarding rosettes to those competitors who were placed, there was also a special rosette for the highest placed British Horse Society member in each class. Even those entries who were not fortunate enough to be placed received a commemorative purple and red London Riding Horse Parade rosette!

Throughout the day and despite the increasing damp weather conditions, there were crowds of spectators lined up along Rotten Row to watch the spectacle and the hardworking Parade Officials fielded many questions from intrigued Londoners.

Parading in the Park

At 3.30pm, all the entrants assembled for the traditional ‘Parade’, which takes the form of a half hour circular ride in walk along Rotten Row. Metropolitan Police Mounted Officers, PC Mick Wass and PC Mark Kostromin, arrived to lead the Parade and the majority of people had a fantastic ride, taking the cavalcade of 48 horse and riders in their smartest outfits round the south end of Hyde Park.

On returning from the parade all the winners of the previous classes were asked to present themselves for the judging of the Championship Class.

Morse Code takes the Supreme

Parade President Joyce Bellamy joined Freda and Lucy Fisher to judge the class, which proved very difficult to call. In the end a decision was made and they announced Emma West and Morse Code as Supreme Champions.

Emma, a 15-year-old from Greater London, rode her own horse Morse Code aka Ollie, who is a 13-year-old, 16.2hh Leopard Spotted gelding. They enjoy competing in eventing and hunter trials and they are currently jumping up to 4’9” and are very much looking forward to competing in lots of events next year.

As well as taking home the Southern Equestrian Agencies Perpetual Challenge Shield, which was presented by sponsor Marilyn Hawley, Emma also received a voucher for Afternoon Tea for Two from The Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane.

Joyce, Lucy and Freda named the Reserve Champion as Georgie Heath, who rode Embucado, a 15.2hh Dun Lusitano who is 26-years-old. Surrey-based Georgie and Embucado enjoy hacking and going to shows.

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Georgie Heath and Embucado, first Veteran Horse and Reserve Champion

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feature The different stud books have different protocols for grading, as such some are more strict than others. The results of the gradings are published as scores for things like conformation, gait, jump, rideability etc. These scores can be very useful when choosing your stallion, if your mare has a poor walk choose a stallion with a high score for his walk.

If an ungraded stallion is used then it may be difficult to get a covering certificate for your mare and then you will not be able to get a passport with the pedigree of the foal in it. The stud books on the continent look at the foals that the stallions are producing and report on their type and quality, again this information is published and can be helpful in choosing the stallion.

Interestingly thoroughbred stallions for racing do not go through any grading process before becoming breeding stallions, if they are good on the track people will take a risk on things like temperament and conformation.

Personal Preference

Choosing a

stallion Words by Ed Lyall BVetMed Cert EM MRCVS of The Arundel Equine Hospital

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he use of artificial insemination with chilled or frozen semen means there are so many stallions in the UK, Europe and worldwide to choose from. No longer do you have to use the stallion closest to the mare and serve her naturally, the semen can be shipped from anywhere in the world by courier. The details of stallions are published in various equestrian magazines or on the internet, often stallions are shown off at stud open days or stallion shows. This can make choosing a stallion for your mare easier as the information is readily available or it can make it harder as there are so many stallions to choose from you end up being spoilt for choice.

When choosing a stallion there are lots of attributes of the stallion that you need to think about such as temperament, conformation, type, colour and ability, but firstly you need to think about your mare and what type of off-spring you are trying to produce and for which discipline you intend it to be used. Look at the good and bad points of your mare such as her conformation, size, type and temperament and see what you like and what you don’t like so that you can choose a stallion with attributes that could possibly counteract the faults.

For example if your mare has a very straight hock conformationally you would want to choose a stallion with good angulation through the hock in the hope that at least the foal might end up half way between the two. Conversely if your mare has an exceptionally good characteristic you might take a risk on a stallion who is poor in that area, but has other attributes that you like, for example if your mare has super temperament and the stallion is known to be a bit quirky, but has fantastic conformation and ability you may take a risk and use him. Many people say that the mare is more important than the stallion as she genetically provides more of the off-spring’s characteristics and ability.

Graded Stallions

To many people the pedigree of the stallion is very important, especially when it comes to selling young stock, a named fashionable stallion as a sire may make the youngster more attractive to a purchaser. Also the stud book that the stallion is registered with or licensed to produce foals for can be important.

Most stallions are now graded or assessed for suitability for use as breeding stallions by the stud book. These gradings are important to prevent the use of stallions of poor conformation and ability being used for breeding, but also prior to grading the stallions undergo a veterinary examination, that may include x-rays, to make sure they do not have congenital problems such as simple things like a parrot mouth or OCD, that can be passed on to the foals.

The fact that most sport horse stallions are graded means that you should not be caught out using a stallion that you have not seen personally, as it should not have some horrible conformational fault or very poor temperament. This means you are then free to choose from the pedigree, size, type (whether it is a blood type or not), colour etc without having to worry. The choice of stallion boils down to personal preference a lot of the time.

Once you have narrowed down your choice it is worth talking to other breeders and vets about their experiences with the fertility of the stallions and the quality of the offspring they are producing.

Stallions do vary in their fertility and a lot of time and expense can be wasted, not to mention the disappointment, using a stallion of poor fertility. When buying semen from stallions not based in the UK it is advisable to do this through an agent as they will check and make sure that the stallions have the correct health status to allow their semen to be imported into the UK and that the semen arrives with the appropriate paperwork. Agents can be very helpful in making your choice as many of them go and see the stallions in the flesh and know in detail about their good and bad points, they will also have information, based on experience of the stallions fertility.

The Arundel Equine Hospital stud services BEVA accredited practice for AI- chilled and frozed semen Many years experience Walk in service for natural cover Embryo Transfer CEM accredited lab Mares can be boarded and taken in from all over the south of England Speialised foal care Stallion sub-fertility assessments 24 hour dedicated stud vet emergency call out and hospital care

General services RCVS accredited Tier 3 Hospital Full surgical faclities Bone scan Mobile and hospital based full digital diagnosis On site lab Referrals taken Pre-purchase examinations Sport Horse poor performance investigations For further information please contact the practice on 01903 883050 or click on www.arundelhorsevets.co.uk

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Standing at the Fielden Stud for 2012 Eurika Fielden Stud for 2013 StandingNinfield at the Ninfield Eurika Is a 125cm black Stallion Born 1994.

Ninfield Eurika

This superb small Riding Pony stallion is the first son of

Ninfield Great1994 Expectations. His numerous show successes 125cm Black Stallion, include being twice 128cms champion at the South of

This superb small Riding Pony stallion thePony first sonatof England Show and ChampionisShow in-hand Ponies UK (South). His numerous show Ninfield Great Expectations. successes include being twice 128cms Champion at the Arthur's full sister, Ninfield Pips Pride, has had numerous South of England Show Pony wins and in-handChampion including being Show Youngstock Champion and in-hand at Ponies UKSupreme (South). of Show at Suffolk County. Under saddle she was Reserve Champion at Richmond as well as winning at Surrey County and Mid-Herts Arthur’s full sister, Ninfi eld Pips Pride, has had numerous wins in-hand including being His and half sister, Ninfield Wuthering Heights 13.2 ponyCounty. of the year Under at HOYS 2002.

Youngstock Champion Supreme of Show atwas Suffolk saddle she was Reserve Champion at Richmond as well as winning at Surrey County and Mid-Herts

His half sister, Ninfield Wuthering Heights was 13.2 pony of the year at HOYS 2002.

Elson Toffee

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Competition stallion, Wings

Elson Toffee 38in Cream Dun Shetland Stallion Born 2007 Elson Toffee This outstanding looking little stallion has a wonderful

Cream Dun Shetland Stallion, Temperament and has plenty2007 of character which is passed on to his progeny.

Toffee is 38 inches.

He has This outstanding looking little stallion has a won many classes including Edenbridge and Oxted standard Shetland colts as a three year old wonderful temperament and has plenty of and reserve champion at the royal London show in the alternate character which is passed onHetois his progeny. colour class. broken to ride and isToffee in the process of being is 38 inches. He has won classes including brokenmany to be driven.

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.

His Full was exported to Sweden as a foalbroken and has remained ever since He is broken to ride and issister in the process of being to bethere driven.

Ninfield Connoisseur

For more information Please contact Jan Carmichael on 01892 669330 or 07903122192

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he increasing success of artificial Insemination provides the mare owner with enormous choice when looking for a stallion to use. In principle it allows them to use a stallion from anywhere in the world. however, nothing beats the feeling of going to see the potential sire in the flesh and if you are lucky seeing some of his youngstock on the ground. It is important on these occasions to see the stallion move and try and observe him both in respect of conformation and temperament. and if your mare has a particularly weak point, such as a long back, consider whether the stallion you are viewing could enhance this point or might exacerbate it. however, much you fall in love with the stallion, if he isn’t suitable for your mare you should think again.

Discuss it with the stallion owner, they will know the type of foal their stallion produces and they will also be able to recommend alternative stallions for you to look at. after all it is doesn’t benefit the stallion owner if the mare is mis-matched to their stallion.

also available at: 13.1hh Dark BayInformation Stallion

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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 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

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

Super Jumping Technique

according to his owner, Pippa Woodall, Wings is a beautiful, enchanting stallion, with a fabulous temperament. his jumping technique is both scopey and ultra careful and he has huge straight movement with a really good hind leg. he is passing on his super movement and temperament to all of his stock, the Stan dingthree-years-old. at the Fielden Stud for 2012 oldest of which is now his dam has produced some exceptional international jumpers and a GP dressage horse. her five-year-old, by Eurocommerce Berlin won the Vion cup making him the overall five-year-old Ninf ield Eurika champion of holland in 2012. Wings won the British Young horse championship Star of theStallio Future as a five-year-old and had won Ninfie ld Eurika Is a 125cm black n Born 1994. £1,434 actual by the time he was six.

This superb small Riding Pony stallio n is the Pippa said: “mares taken forfirst covering son of we have one of the best Ninfield Great Expectations. His nume rous show successes aI vets in the country.”

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dam of Champion 5 year old in Holland 2012

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include being twice 128cms champion at the South of England Show and Champion Show Pony in-hand at Ponies UK (South).

Pony Stallions

Jan carmichael of the Sussex-based

Arthur's full sister, Ninfield Pips Pride, has had numerous Fielden Stud stands two pony stallions. wins in-hand including being Youngstock Cham pion and The 125cm Ninfield Eurika and his Supreme of Show at Suffolk County.

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AES Licensed. Super jumping technique, ultra consistent, exceptionally careful with a wonderful temperament and movement.

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AI only Stud Fee £450.00 NFFR.

Contact:

Pippa Woodall 07803 046109 or Bumble Thomas 07899 976385 Email: parkfarmstud@aol.com Visit: www.wingsstallionatstud.co.uk

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Photography by Pip Robertson of Attic Photography For the second year running Caroline Marsh of UK Rosettes pulled together a colourful flamboyant collection of equestrians from various different disciplines for the London New Year’s Day Parade. With one lady travelling from Belgium with her horse to take part, the spectacle is gathering international attention.

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Feel like taking your horse on

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n just over one hour’s drive most of you will be able to reach a holiday destination offering accommodation for you, your horse, plus any friends or family, who join you. What could be more wonderful than chilling with your horse, paddling at the beach or just exploring new and interesting rides?

In the visitor’s yard at Granary Mead Cottage in the New Forest

The South Down’s Way

In the heart of the forest

The Paddocks Stables situated in the heart of Jevington, is just 25 yards from the South Down’s Way. It is a true paradise for all those with a passion for horse riding, cycling, walking or even those who just like to admire nature at its best.

The South Down’s Way is an area of outstanding beauty with a trail stretching over 100 miles. Its meandering undisturbed walkway runs from Eastbourne in Sussex to Winchester in Hampshire with marked routes and endless bridleways.

Sheila Savage of the Paddocks Stables said: “Our guest bedrooms have en-suite facilities, with their own entrance so you can come and go as you please. You can rest and relax in your own comfortable self-contained unit, in the knowledge that your horse is in a purpose built stable yard only 10 yards away.”

GRANARY MEAD COTTAGE • Burley, Ringwood, Hants.

S E L F CAT E R I N G AC C O M M O DAT I O N Stunning location in the heart of the New Forest Granary Mead cottage offers riders self contained detached accommodation for up to 6 people.

Excellent stables, turnout paddocks of varying sizes. Ménage available.

Fabulous riding, carriage driving, cycling and walking in the heart of the New Forest with little/no road road. Escorted rides if requested.

Non riders welcome as are well behaved dogs.

For further information www.granarymeadcottage.co.uk email ianandangela.roberts@btinternet.com or phone 01425 402473

Angela Roberts of Granary Mead Cottage said: “Set in a stunning location in the heart of the New Forest, Granary Mead Cottage nestles in the grounds of an old historic hunting lodge. It has fabulous riding/carriage driving, cycling and walking with almost instant access to numerous forest tracks. There is little or no need for roadwork.

This is a perfect place to bring your own horse. There is good airy stabling for up to six horses/ponies and numerous turnout paddocks of varying sizes. A menage is also available, all set within 10 acres.”

Time for some training

Sandwiched between the New Forest and The Solent, guests at Anna Bruce’s cottages can enjoy leisurely walks along the mile-long King’s Highway from which the cottages are accessed.

Dating back to the mid 1700s, The King’s Highway was believed to be an important route for traders bringing salt from the Lymington marshes to the mills.

Now a designated footpath and bridleway, the route enjoys views across the Avon Water valley, and takes you through though farmland and woodland – the bluebell woodland being particularly beautiful in the spring.

Whether you’d like to mix a lesson with your New Forest hacking or arrange a bespoke training package, Anna will hope to exceed your expectations.

Gaining a reputation as a coach to riders of all ages and experiences, Anna aims to help her pupils Georgia Patrick and her horse Martha create a better partnership with benefit from having lessons with Anna, while they are on holiday their horse.

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• Splash in the Solent • • Gallop over heather or gorse • • Improve your dressage or jumping • • Bond with your horse • “Retreat to The Paddocks B&B, Jevington. Located in the South Downs National Park, The Paddocks provides a relaxing stay for both horse and rider”.

JEVINGTON, EAST SUSSEX

www.thepaddockstables.co.uk 01323 482499

BESPOKE HACKING TO TRAINING CAMPS IN THE NEW FOREST. Visit www.horseridingnewforestholiday.co.uk Tel 07970 285781

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feature Hoofboots are used to help transition horses from shod to bare

Polarising views:

barefoot V shod

By Lucy Nicholas of Trelawne Equine

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s readers will know, Trelawne Equine distributes barefoot hoof products for horses, hence we are supportive of the equine barefoot lifestyle.

We are delighted to have seen the increase in awareness of the positive effects of barefoot hoofcare in recent years in the UK – there are many more barefoot horses being kept, ridden competed and successfully managed in Britain, than ever before.

However, what we don’t like to see is extreme polarised opinions. The MD of the popular Easycare range of hoofboots, which are used to help transition horses from shod to bare, and also for ongoing hoof protection, recently wrote an article entitled ‘Why the Anger Toward Shod Owners? Why the Hatred Directed at Barefoot Owners?’, which we found enlightening.

Here we share some of the article with LocalRider readers, and hope that it may encourage you to think about your opinions where hoofcare is concerned; Garrett’s article is italicised and is extracted from an article at http://www.easycareinc.com: ‘Why the Anger Toward Shod Owners? Why the Hatred Directed at Barefoot Owners?’’ by Garrett Ford.

It is narrow-minded to believe people that spend years learning to shoe a horse properly are abusive to horses

No one should believe that people with barefoot horses are ‘tree-hugging freaks’

At Trelawne Equine, we’d agree with Garrett’s view that creating boundaries between shoeing advocates and barefoot advocates is not helpful – essentially, each horse’s hoofcare regime must be targeted to his needs, and an experienced and knowledgeable hoofcare practitioner should be sought for advice – they’re worth their weight in gold!

Visit www.trelawneequine.co.uk for info and advice.

“I’ve seen many conflicts over the last couple of months between wellmeaning horse owners who believe either in the shod horse or barefoot horse, but not both. The conflicts [we see in the world] often escalate and end in heated debate. Barefoot-Shod, Old-Young, Liberal-Conservative, The list goes on and on. Doesn’t it seem like the world is becoming more polarised?

I personally find it disconcerting that the barefoot/shod debate often ends with the same opinionated arguments brought on by religion and politics. Are the people with barefoot horses tree-hugging freaks? Are people that spend years learning to shoe a horse properly abusive to horses? What about a horse owner who uses hoof protection during the competitive season and then allows the horse to be barefoot during the winter? What about the horse owner that keeps a horse barefoot and uses hoof protection only when needed? It is said that when polarising conflict is involved, the more people talk, the less they understand each other.

There are many farriers that I respect greatly. At the same time there are barefoot trimmers that I believe have changed the way we think about the hoof. I believe the better farriers and trimmers share a respect for each other. Is there common ground?

Looking at the horse world objectively, I believe the majority of people agree that horses should spend time barefoot. In addition, both ‘sides’ believe horses need protection for many activities. As events become longer, speeds become greater and the footing becomes rougher, can we expect our equine partners to perform without man-made protection?

Would you agree or disagree with the following statements?

• Both farriers and barefoot trimmers have the horse’s best interest at heart.

• People that believe all horses should be barefoot all the time are wrong.

• People who believe all horses should be shod all the time are wrong.

• Educated farriers believe in hoof protection and allowing barefoot time.

I believe a horse should be well trimmed and barefoot as much as possible. I believe hoof protection should be used to keep a horse comfortable and used more as we ask our horses to perform [in] athletic events. I don’t believe the answers are black and white. The polarised arguments don’t help the horse and they don’t help you or me.” march 2013 Localrider 31

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Striking a Balance with Q - What are probiotics?

A - Probiotics are supplements added to the diet which contain live organisms and their products that are beneficial for intestinal microbial health.

Q - How do probiotics work?

A - Probiotics have been shown to work by the following mechanisms: Competition for nutrients - within the gut, beneficial as well as pathogenic (bad) microorganisms will be utilising the same types of nutrients. This results in a general competition between microorganisms for these nutrients. When a probiotic is administered there is an overall reduction in nutrients available for pathogenic bacteria and consequently this minimises the levels of pathogenic microorganisms, improving gut health.

Competition for adhesion sites - probiotics can attach to the gut wall and form colonies at various sites throughout the gut. This prevents pathogenic bacteria from gaining a foothold, resulting in their expulsion from the body.

Improvement in digestion - probiotics have been shown to increase the efficiency of digestion.

Effect on immunity - probiotics have been shown to increase the levels of cell-signaling chemicals and the effectiveness of infectionfighting cells (white blood cells).

Q – What is a prebiotic?

A - A prebiotic is a non-digestible carbohydrate (complex sugar) which acts as a food source for beneficial bacteria in the microflora and therefore stimulates their growth. Preplex® prebiotic is exclusive to Protexin and consists of fructooligosaccharide (FOS) and gum acacia (a source of arabinogalactan). This dual source prebiotic is of benefit across a larger area of the gut compared to a single source prebiotic. Prebiotics are designed to support the probiotic effect throughout the horse’s gut synergistically.

Q - Why would my horse benefit from a probiotic and prebiotic supplement?

Probiotics

What the experts say...

Protexin manufacture quality probiotic products, including Equine Premium Gut Balancer, Director Jonathan Nelson (right) explains: “Horses, much like humans, are sensitive to environmental stresses and digestive distress. Gut problems can affect everything from temperament to performance, as well as longterm health and wellbeing. Horse owners are increasingly keen to look at natural ways to support and enhance their horses’ health and research shows that probiotics are a fantastic way of maintaining a healthy gut”.

Jonathan believes the key to Protexin’s success has been the company’s investment in scientific research, all of which is based in the UK. “Probiotics are still relatively new and we are only just beginning to understand how microbiota influences digestive diseases and immunity. From the outset, we wanted to ensure our products were properly researched and developed, not only to ensure they were safe, but so we could be sure they would work.”

The ethos behind Protexin’s product development is ‘science and nature in balance.’ As Jonathan explains; “We all know that nature is an ideal source of effective healthcare products. We also know that too much refining of natural elements can reduce their effectiveness. That’s why it is so important to keep a good balance between nature and scientific development.”

The Protexin Equine Premium Range includes Gut Balancer, Acid Ease, Quick Fix and Recover Aid. For more information please contact Protexin on 0800 328 5663 or visit www.equinepremium.com.

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A - All horses are likely to experience a gut imbalance (dysbiosis) at some point which can lead to many health problems and leave them predisposed to others. For example, performance horses may be exposed to high levels of stress, either in terms of workload, or due to competition or travel, which has a detrimental effect on the health of the hind gut microbial population.

Other causes include high starch meals, infrequent feedings, response to chronic pain, parasites, stress, NSAIDS, steroidal drugs and antibiotics. To be able to protect your horse against dysbiosis and to boost immune support and every-day health by simply adding a probiotic supplement to his daily feed will result in a healthy horse that is able to function optimally.

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Said Anna: “I have always loved horses and my role has enabled me to work within the industry. Working at a tack shop during university made me very interested in the equine retail industry and particularly in supplements and nutrition.

I feel very fortunate to have secured my ideal job, combining my passion for horses with my interest in nutrition and wellbeing.”

Anna is responsible for business in the South East, visiting yards and retailers, whilst educating and continuing to build awareness of the benefits of probiotics.

Anna currently has an exciting young horse that she hopes will make a great event horse.

We asked Anna what is the favourite part of your job?

“Talking to horsey people about horses all day and being shown around some pretty spectacular yards with very special horses.”

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TRIED&TESTED In 2012 British horses were sunning themselves rugless in March and back in their winter woollies by May. What has become clear over the last year is that our horses need an impressive wardrobe of rugs to cope with the constantly changing weather.

With lightweight turnouts starting from £40.00, perhaps your horse deserves a new rug to add to his wardrobe.

Here we share some of the best rugs to hit the horse walk this spring.

Lightweight

Turnouts

JHL Lightweight Turnout Rug This practical rug is ideal for warmer days or for those horses that just need a little bit of extra protection from the elements. Manufactured in 600 denier ripstop polyester, the rug has a dark mesh lining with nylon anti-rub lining at the shoulders. The design includes quick release breast fastenings, cross surcingles, leg straps and tail flap.

Neck cover sold separately.

Colour: Red/Black or Navy/ Burgundy Sizes: 5’6” - 7’0” RRP: £56.99 (neck cover £28.50) www.wefi.co.uk LR Comment: I love this rug. It has a mesh lining, which makes it great for use throughout the spring/summer months, when days start cold, but can warm up quite quickly.

Mark Todd Lightweight Turnout Manufactured in 600 denier Teflon coated ripstop fabric, this waterproof and breathable rug has cotton lining, reinforced anti-rub shoulder panels, tail flap and shoulder pleats for freedom of movement. Features include cross surcingles, quick release breast fastenings and leg straps. Matching neck cover sold separately.

Colour: Navy or New Black/Grey Plaid (due spring 2013) Sizes: 5’6” - 7’0” RRP: £69.99 (neck cover £35.99) www.wefi.co.uk LR Comment: This is a good quality rug. The fit is generous and I like the shoulder pleats, hopefully there is less chance of nasty rubs. Offers flexibility, with a detachable hood available to buy.

John Whitaker Lightweight Turnout Rug

Bucas Irish Turnout Rug The Irish Turnout range offers exceptionally good performance and value and an amazing flexibility to suit the particular requirements for your horse.

There is a choice of Classic Cut and High-Neck rugs in two weights. The Turnout Light has a 50g layer of polyester wadding between the lining and outer fabric, and the extra has 300g of polyester wadding.

Made from tough, waterproof and breathable Rip-stop outer, with breathable Nylon lining. The shoulder darts ensure an excellent fit and plenty of shoulder room (Classic Cut). There is a secure front strap with hook and loop over-closure and the Classic Cut has attachment points for a Combi-Neck.

Colour: Black with black/gold trim, Navy with navy/gold trim Sizes: Classic Cut: 3’6” – 7’0”; High-Neck: 5’0” – 7’0” RRP: £84 (Lightweight), £45 (Neck) www.bucas.com LR Comment: This is a good quality rug, which fitted well. It is light and easy to put on. I particularly liked the front fastening, it velcros first, then there are two hook and loop fittings with strips of Velcro over the top.

The John Whitaker Lightweight Turnout Rug is made with a thin fleece lining, a thin yet warm rug that is ideal for mild days in the field. This rug is made from durable bonded polyester and coated with a waterproof lining. Front W/Snap and D-ring fastening. This rug is detailed with the Union Jack pleated gussets on either shoulder, navy and white trim and added tail guard.

Colour: Navy Sizes: 5’3”-6’9” RRP: £100 www.johnwhitaker.com LR Comment: This is a stunning rug, although it was soon covered in mud, after my horse had rolled. It is beautifully made, fits well and certainly creates conversation.

Four Seasons eco Turnout Rug Features include cross surcingles, action gussets, twin buckle front fastening closures, nylon lined, twin removable leg straps and tail flap. Fitted with D-rings.

Available in standard and detachable neck versions; 100gm, 200gm or no fill varieties.

Colours: Purple (no fill), Royal (100gm fill), Chocolate (200gm fill) Sizes: 5’0” - 6’9” RRP (for no fill): £50.00 www. 4horse.co.uk LR Comment: This is a good value rug, with sturdy fittings all round. It had shoulder pleats, which I like as I think they give the larger horse more room to move.

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WeatherBeeta Genero 600D Standard Neck Lite Great value WeatherBeeta quality and protection. The rug has tough 600 Denier outer shell with Ripstop that helps control and limit tears. It has a fully waterproof and breathable outer with taped seams. Adjustable twin chest straps and adjustable web leg straps, plus tail flap for protection.

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Masta Avante Light The Avante Light Turnout is waterproof and breathable with 600 denier Oxford polyester outer fabric and polyester lining.

It features twin surcingles, tail flap and fillet string. With no filling this rug is great for the turnout the cooler spring weather.

Colours: Blue and Purple Sizes: 4’6” - 7’3” RRP: £49.99 www.masta.co.uk LR Comment: This rug is beautiful. It is well made, fits well and is very lightweight. It had good fittings, with Velcro strips over the fastenings at the front.

Very good value for money.

Horseware Rambo Original with Leg Arches Our classic Rambo design with updated features such as patented V-Front closures, front and hind leg arches, reflective strips and a wipe clean tail cord. This lightweight rug is durable and well made. It’s compatible with the liner system so you can add in a 200g/300g liner to adapt you rug to the changing seasons.

Sizes: 5’6” – 7’3” Colours: Colour varies depending on amount of filling RRP: £194.99 www.horseware.com LR Comment: This really is a top of the range rug, but after the initial investment it offers complete flexibility with a detachable hood and the opportunity to increase the weight of the rug with the liner system.

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FEATURE

How to plan your Cross Country Schooling Day

Words by Lottie Clay of Littleton Manor Equestrian

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ross country schooling is good fun and it can be a good change of scenery for your horse. If you want to go out and compete, it is a great way to introduce your horse to some of the things they might see round a cross country course and is very useful for practicing your cross country technique as well as preparing your horse for the event season too.

If you are planning to compete it’s generally a good idea to vary where you go schooling, to give your horse as much exposure to as many different venues as possible.

Always make sure that you have someone with you, either on foot or on horseback. If you’ve not been cross country schooling before, it’s a good idea to go with someone who has, or book a lesson with an instructor.

How to book ahead

You should always book cross country schooling in advance, as sometimes the course may not be open. Most cross country schooling facilities take bookings on the phone or by email. All you need to do is specify a date and a time which suits you and give your name as well as a contact number. You should always say how many horses there are if you are booking for a group of riders.

What to bring for you

You don’t need to wear your competition gear but you must always wear a body protector and a hat that meets the correct safety standards.

What to bring for your horse

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Jumping tack and a martingale Boots - to prevent injury (as the jumps are solid) Studs – for better grip Water for the horse to drink and to wash them off with afterwards It’s always useful to have a lunge line (and wellies – for the water jump)

What to do on arrival

When you arrive you should park up and find out where you need to go. Most places will ask you to pay and complete a disclaimer before you start. Some courses have a person in an office, while other places have an ‘honesty box’, where you put your money.

Once you have paid, signed a disclaimer, tacked up and mounted you are ready to go….

Warming-up

Some venues are actual cross country courses, and have designated warm-up areas, while other places are cross country schools, so you can use the whole field to warm-up in. You should warm-up by having a trot and a canter around, like you would usually do for show jumping. Make sure that in the canter you are in a forward seat position and keep your weight out of the saddle. You should start over a few small fences, jumping them several times until you and your horse are confident to move onto some other fences. Once you are happy then you can start to string a few together.

Remember that schooling is meant to be about confidence building, so don’t try and jump the biggest fence if you’re not ready to do so. Horses tend to remember bad experiences and don’t have the adrenaline rush like you do in a competition.

Always be aware that other people may be sharing the cross country course with you, so keep a look out for other horses and make sure you are polite and courteous to other users. If you break a fence, make sure you report it.

When you have finished, let your horse walk for a while to cool off, and wash them off with water when you get back to the lorry. This is a good time to clean the mud off their legs and check for any injuries.

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CROSS COUNTRY GUIDE

Where to go Cross We have put together a guide to the best places Whether you are a seasoned eventer or just looking for a Course Name

Town

County

Fence Height range

Number of available fences

Feature Fence(s)

Course Builder

Type of Terrain

Brightling Park

Robertsbridge

East Sussex

2ft to 3ft 9” / 0.60m to 1.15m

60 approx

3 Water complexes

Scott Brickell

Undulating/hilly

Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre

High Hurstwood

East Sussex

1ft 6” to 3ft 3” / 0.45m to 1.00m

70

Water complex, steps, ditches, combinations and starter fences

Specialist Contractor

Undulating terrain & woodland

Tweseldown Equisport Ltd

Church Crookham

Hampshire

2ft 6” to 3ft 9” / 0.75m to 1.15m

200

Two water jumps

Spingbank Equestrian

Undulating

Chilham Park

Chilham

Kent

2ft 6” up to BE novice

Over 120

BE fences

Scott Brickell

Undulating parkland

Bull Farm

Cranbrook

Kent

1ft 6” to 3ft 6” / 0.45m to 1.10m

60 approx

Well built wide range inc. water

Dominic Langdon-Down

Some level, some hilly

Denne Hill Cross Country Ride

Womenswold

Kent

2ft to 3ft 6” / 0.60m to 1.06m approx.

40+

Large water complex, extensive range of fences

Local Contractor

Undulating

Lodge Farm Cross Country Course

Matfield, Nr Tunbridge Wells

Kent

60cm-110cm / 2’ – 3’6” approx.

70+

Water, Ditches, Arrowheads & Combinations

G Comer / P Hughes

Flat & undulating

Bonfleur Cross Country Course

Linton, Nr Maidstone

Kent

1ft 6 “ to 3ft 6”

Approx 80

Large water complex, Trakehner, Ditches, Bank complexes, 3 Coffins, and Combination Fence

Oliver Pascall & Tech Advisors

Well established mown grassland

LMEQ

Reigate

Surrey

Pre-Training to Intermediate/CCI**

Approx 120

Water, coffin, steps, etc.

Willis Brothers

Slight undulation

Warren Barn Farm

Woldingham

Surrey

1ft to 5 ft / 0.30cm to 1.50m

Approx 60

Water complex, steps, coffin, sunken road,

Nick fuller

Downland

East Bysshe Cross Country

Blindley Heath

Surrey

2ft to 3ft 3” / 0.60m to 1.00m

50

Water, steps, coffin, ditches & many more. Also Grass Dressage Arena & Showjumps.

Dudley Pinney

Flat

Parwood Equestrian Cross Country Course

Normandy, Nr. Guildford

Surrey

BE70 to BE Novice

60 fences

Excellent Water Complex, many ditch options and step options, Logs, Corners, Roll-tops, Tables, Tyres, Skinnies, Bounce etc.

Adrian Ditcham & Joe Weller

Clay

Valley Farm

Horsted Keynes

West Sussex

2ft to 3ft 3” / 0.60cm to 1.00m

Over 50

Water jump, Quarry, plenty of ditches

Alan Reeves

Undulating

Iping Cross Country Course

Iping, Nr Midhurst

West Sussex

2ft 6” to 3ft 9” / 0.75m to 1.15m

60 plus

Water & use of natural features

Daphne Larkin

Hilly

Whilst the information is correct at the time of going to print we recommend that you contact the venue before leaving home.

Many will require bookings before arrival. And if there is a particular fence you are hoping to jump, just check it is open and not under repair.

DENNE HILL

CROSS COUNTRY COURSE Over 50 fences, 2’3” to 3’3” Water, steps, coffin, ditches & many more.

Also Grass Dressage Arena & SJs

01342 833225, 07831 131676

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

Womenswold, Canterbury, Kent CT4 6HD.

Open for hire throughout the year.

Contact Caroline Loder-Symonds Tel. 01227 831203, email: caroline@ dennehillcrosscountry.co.uk, web: www.dennehillcrosscountry.co.uk.

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Country Schooling to go cross country schooling in the South East. fun day out there is something for everyone to try.

Acreage/ Distance covered

Opening Dates & Times

Hire Fee

Contact

Telephone

Each course Approx. 2 miles

1st of March weather permitting - please call

£15 per horse

Mr Gardie Grissell

01424 838 241

80 acres

March (weather permitting) 7 days a week

£17 per horse per session

70 acres

Open all year

Varies

250 acres

Open all year round, weather depending. Discount for more than one, please enquire

£25 per horse

20 acres

Thursdays and Saturdays, see website for opening date.

£18 per horse

4.5 Miles approx.

Open all year, call for bookings

40 acres

01825 732002

June

Email

info@ equestriantraining centre.co.uk

07887 728603

Website Address

Course Name

www.brightlingpark.com

Brightling Park

www. equestriantrainingcentre. co.uk

Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre

www.tweseldown.co.uk

Tweseldown Equisport Ltd

01227730811 / 07979497716

info@chilhampark. co.uk

www.chilhampark.co.uk

Chilham Park

Dominic

07836 777613

dcjt1@yahoo.co.uk

www.bull-farm.co.uk

Bull Farm

£25 per rider

Caroline Loder-Symonds

01227 831 203

www.dennehillcrosscountry. co.uk

Denne Hill Cross Country Ride

Wednesdays and Saturdays Beginning of March – end of October

£20

Nicky & Phil Hughes

01892 722273

lodgefarmxc@ btinternet.com

www.lodgefarmcrosscountry. com

Lodge Farm Cross Country Course

50 Acres

1st March to end October, 7 days a week.

£20 per horse

Oli Pascall

07976 138120

oli@clockhousefarm. co.uk

www. bonfleurcrosscountrycourse. co.uk

Bonfleur Cross Country Course

10 acres

All Year

Matt Tarrant

07771600033

matt@lmeq.com

www.lmeq.com

LMEQ

XC course is situated on 400 acre farm

All year by prior arrangement

£20 per horse

Barbara

01883 650244

enquiries@ churchfarmservices. co.uk

www.churchfarmservices. co.uk

Warren Barn Farm

40 acres

7 days a week except when ground is unsuitable.

Dawn till dusk.

£15 per horse

Dudley Pinney

01342 833225

dud@dudleypinney. vispa.com

www.crosscountrycoursehire. co.uk

East Bysshe Cross Country

Approx. 10 Acres

Open from Mid-March to Early November from 9-5.30 Mon-Fri and 9.30-4.30 and Saturdays & Sunday

£25.00 per rider

Sarah Mooney – Events Coordinator

01483 813860

s.mooney@parwood. co.uk or bookings@ parwood.co.uk

www.parwood.co.uk

Parwood Equestrian X.Country Course

Approximately 50 acres

Any time weather and ground permitting

£20 per horse

Clare Lewis

01825 790419

Across 200 acres of farm and woodland

April to October

£28 per horse (VAT incl)

Daphne Lakin

01730 81 3635

Valley Farm daphnelakin@ btconnect.com

Iping Cross Country Course

www. ipingcrosscountrycourse. co.uk

Cranbrook, Kent TN17 3QE

Bull Farm XC Course

Approx 60 jumps, 3 courses of 1’6”-2’, 2’6”-2.9” and 3’-3’6”.

Water, ditches, combinations etc.

Open for schooling Thursdays and Saturdays from approx April to October.

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

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By retailer Stephen Biddlecombe

From shampoos to conditioners, and de-tanglers to cosmetic creams, we equestrian consumers enjoy using a wide range of products to help boost our horses’ appearance – whether this is for the show ring, for the start of the eventing season, or simply to wash away the remains of the wet, snowy and dirty winter we have just endured!

Here are some of our favourites: Cowboy Magic Detangler & Shine from £12.33 EXC Vat. This fabulous product contains silk protein and panthenol for a great shine and pure conditioning. It penetrates the hair shaft, restores moisture, strengthens the hair and protects against UV sunlight.

Cowboy Magic Green Spot Remover - from £8.04 EXC Vat. This concentrated ‘shower in a bottle’ is easy to use and is formulated to remove manure and urine spots instantly, and remove wet or dried sweat. It dissolves manure, urine, dirt, and sweat.

Cowboy Magic - Super Body Shine from £8.04 EXC Vat. This product is formulated to give hair a super shine – it helps repel show ring dust and dries fast. Concentrated Super Body Shine reflects a full spectrum of light. Aloe Vera is added.

Pic by: Susie Gillott/ WOW Saddles

Wash&Go!

If you are showing and leaving the mane ‘au naturel’, thin the mane and forelock to show off a refined head.

Are you showing your horse this spring? Follow our top tips: • It is often better to bath a horse a few days before a show, to allow time for the natural coat oils to return, and make him naturally shiny.

• Your horse’s mane and tail need to be presented according to the animal’s breed society rules, or the class you are entering.

If you are leaving the mane ‘au naturel’, thin the mane and forelock to show off a refined head.

• Plait according to your horse’s need (and breed society rulebook) – eg, with a very thick neck, plaits should be smaller and in higher numbers to make the neck appear finer. Thicker, rounder plaits that sit ‘high up’ on the crest can add definition to a ‘weedy’ neck. It is generally easier to plait a mane that isn’t freshly washed.

• The night before the show, cover your horse with a rug or sheet that covers his whole body.

• Take to the show any finishing touches like hoof oil for the feet, baby oil to bring out shine on the muzzle, and any whitening products such as chalk blocks for white areas like socks.

• Pack a grooming mitt for last minute tidy-ups at events.

With every 32oz cleansing product purchased, including those detailed left, www.worldwidetack.com will provide a free Stephens Sheepskin Grooming Mitt to customers.

Cowboy Magic - Shine In Yellowout from £8.04 EXC Vat. This clever product neutralises yellow stains and brightens hair of all colours. It takes yellow stains out of hair, and gives dull hair of every colour a more brilliant sheen. It leaves hair silky and shiny.

Cowboy Magic Rosewater Shampoo - from £8.04 EXC Vat. This concentrated shampoo with silk conditioners is formulated to gently dissolve dirt and clean the hair. It also conditions the skin and is easy to rinse. Panthenol and silk proteins penetrate the hair. Conditioner also available.

Remember the diet

The horse’s diet can influence all areas of equine health, and the coat is no exception. Here are some of the key areas of nutrition that affect equine coat and skin health: • Essential fatty acids (EFAs): Omega-3s help boost immunity to allergies, while omega-6 fats help fight resistance to skin infections.

• Protein: Protein is a key element of all body tissue, including skin, hooves and cartilage. Protein helps boost skin condition and elasticity.

• Lecithin: Lecithin is an important ingredient for helping maintain healthy skin and coat colour.

• Digestive aids: A healthy equine gut promotes overall health, so make sure your horse’s diet is fibre-rich. Consider yeasts and microbial feed supplements with probiotics.

• Vitamins and minerals: These compounds play a major part in coat health. Certain vitamins are specifically known to help boost coat health, particularly Biotin, and Vitamins A and B6. march 2013 Localrider 65

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CAREERS

A career with horses?

If you are leaving school this summer and want to work with horses, but can’t face a totally college based course then there are opportunities to train at a Riding School, while you complete your studies. Depending on your existing level of equestrian experience different courses might appeal.

Coldblow Equestrian Training Centre

T

he most traditional qualification to study for is the BHS Stages.

Starting with Stage I, this is regarded as the first step on the professional ladder and shows you have competency to apply basic principles of horse care. Not many students will initially be ready to take their Stage IV, but it is certainly something to aim for.

It shows you are able to take responsibility for a yard. Taking charge and looking after a number of horses in a variety of situations.

The BHS Preliminary Teaching Test (PTT) gives you the competencies to apply the basic principles of coaching and to compare the rider’s horsemanship skills by following a progressive plan.

In association with Canterbury College, Kent-based Riding School, Squirrells Riding School is offering Work Based Horse Care Award Levels 1,2 and 3.

The Level 1 Award provides training for those who wish to work in the horse industry in areas such as stable work, horse husbandry, horse riding, and riding schools. You will gain practical experience and knowledge of routine husbandry techniques and stable management.

TRAIN WITH US! FEE PAYING OR STUDENT

Join our Student & Staff Training Sessions BHS Levels (Stages) 1-4, PTT & Int Teach – Mon-Fri & Thurs Evg BHS Stage/Level One – 6-8 pm PLUS: Pony Club & ABRS qualifications too Tuition Fees from £25 per 2 hour session

OR WHY NOT JOIN OUR STUDENT TEAM? FULL INFO PLEASE CALL FOR A CHAT OR COME & LOOK ROUND, MEET TEAM COLDBLOW:

CETC at Coldblow Farm, Thurnham, Maidstone, Kent ME14 3LR Tel: 01622 730439 e.mail: dora@coldblowfarm.co.uk

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

Making Riding Fun!!

What will I learn?

Stable skills, grooming, feeding and watering, tacking up, un-tacking, riding and working in an equine yard.

How will I be assessed?

Now BHS Approved

The qualification is made up of a number of core practical units and optional units at Level 1. Candidates will be awarded the qualification when they have been assessed and verified in the workplace as being at the required standard. Training will take place at one of the approved training yards affiliated to Canterbury College.

BHS Stages I, II, III, IV, PTT Riding & Road Safety Work Based Horse Care Awards 1, 2, 3 in association with Canterbury College ** REGISTER NOW**

What may it lead to?

NPTC Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Horse Care, BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Horse Care or suitable employment in the Equine Industry.

Entry Requirements:

Suitable for students 16-18 years, with some experience in horse care and riding. It can be used to progress onto a Level 2 qualification.

Dora Pilkington, Proprietor of Coldblow Equestrian Training Centre offers a number of training courses at her Kent-based centre and is particularly fond of the Association of British Riding Schools’ exam system. Dora said: “Their system was created by employers to create the type of employee the industry requires – both in teaching and stable management.”

These are just some of the courses available to help you to prepare for a career in the equine industry. If you are not sure which course is right for you speak to other people who have already completed their training. Chat to the Managers at the Riding Schools, they will know which course best matches your needs and experience.

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See website for all other Events, Holiday Activities. Birthday Parties a speciality

Call Hayley for a chat 07713 323968 or email: i.squirrell@sky.com

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Feed news

Laminitis:

Making Sense of Laminitis L

aminitis is considered to be one of the leading causes of death in horses, second only to colic and whilst the disease is not always fatal it impacts a staggering number of animals; it is estimated 15% of all horses will suffer a bout of laminitis in their lifetime.

Prevention is the No. 1 defence in the management of laminitis and although it has traditionally been recognised as a problem that occurs in the spring affecting small, overweight ponies it is evident that this is not the case. Laminitis is a concern all year round and can affect any type of horse or pony and can be triggered by a number of factors including obesity, toxaemia, trauma and some drugs, although diet is the factor that is most commonly recognised.

Weight watching It is important to monitor your horse’s bodyweight and to be careful to not allow your horse to become too fat as obesity is a predisposing factor in the onset of laminitis. Use a weigh tape to monitor your horse’s weight weekly as this will allow you to identify any changes in condition early on so that any action can be taken quickly.

A horse of moderate weight should have a layer of fat over the ribs so that they are not visually distinguishable but easily felt, the back should be level (no crease or ridge), the neck should flow smoothly into the shoulder and you should not be able to feel the hip bone.

If you horse is overweight it is important that weight loss is achieved, although it is crucial that this happens gradually without

Words provided by Rowen Barbary causing any stress. For horses that are overweight a high fibre diet should be fed choosing stalkier hay that offers a lower nutritional value and it is a good idea to consider soaking it before feeding as it has been found that soaking hay for up to an hour can get rid of 56% of its water-soluble carbohydrates.

Grazing dangers Spring and autumn are well known risk factors for laminitics when we see a flush of grass growth, but it is also recommend to avoid turning out on frosty grass in winter when fructan concentration is high. If a lot of grass is available strip grazing will help limit the horses total grass intake as will periods of turnout in a grazing muzzle. For some horses it may be necessary to limit turn out time and this should be done when the fructan content of the grass is at its lowest.

The level of fructans in grasses rise during the day, peaking in the afternoon to early evening so allow your horse to graze in the very early hours of the morning when the level of fructans in the grass will be at there lowest.

The horse’s fibre intake however should not be comprised and it is important that the fibre levels are maintained to ensure healthy gut function.

Starch Overload Many owners often over estimate the amount of work their horse is doing which can lead to over feeding resulting in weight gain.

Reducing the incidence of laminitis is most effective through dietary management so it is important to reduce the amount of starch from cereals that reaches the hindgut.

Where cereals are required it is seen that most manufactures cook the cereal content of their feeds to increase digestibility of the starch content. This concentrated source of energy is ideally utilized in the small intestine but if too much is consumed at any one time then it passes into the hind gut where it can disrupt the bacterial population so it is important to follow the simple dietary rule of ‘feeding little and often’.

Most horses will do well on a simple high fibre feed that supplies low energy levels necessary for horses in light to moderate work.

Supplements can also be useful to feed alongside a high fibre diet to help ensure the horse is receiving a fully balanced diet whilst keeping starch to a minimum.

Alternative Calorie Sources Building condition on an underweight laminitic should be done slowly, through a diet that is high in calories. Most conditioning feeds should be avoided in this instance as they are likely to be too high in starch unless they are specifically formulated for horses suffering from a starch and sugar intolerance.

Oil is a great source of calories and current research has proved that oil can be an extremely beneficial source of slow release energy, providing twice the amount of energy as carbohydrates from the more traditional cereals. When feeding pure oils it is important to include additional antioxidants in the diet such as Vitamin E and Selenium to help ensure efficient oil utilisation.

Alternatively manufactured high oil supplements can be fed which should already including the necessary nutrients.

Rowen Barbary products suitable for feeding to laminitic horses include Forage ‘n’ Fibre, ReadyFibre Mash, Solution Mash and Sumo Original. For further information contact Rowen Barbary on 01948 880598 or visit www.rowenbarbary.co.uk 68 Localrider march 2013

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Hector BEFORE Molly Mouse BEFORE

Molly Mouse AFTER

Hector AFTER

Two neglected laminitic ponies helped by Blue Chip and the ISPCA. “Molly Mouse hobbled into the National Animal Centre on appalling overgrown hooves. This tiny little girl was left for many years enduring the agony of laminitis and deformed hooves.

Our farrier and vet recommended a diet rich in biotin but low in calories to help Molly Mouse recover from her ordeal. Blue Chip Lamilight was fed along with hay and gradually her hooves returned to normal. Molly Mouse now lives with her foster mum who continues to feed her on Blue Chip Lami-light and is delighted with the condition of her hooves and her shiny glossy coat. Laminitis has become a distant memory for this little pony as she kicks up her heels and gallops across her paddock every day.”

“Hector was taken into the care of the National Animal Centre as he was suffering from acute laminitis and neglected hooves. Allowed to roam over 40 acres of fertilised grass Hector became obese and developed laminitis.

Unfortunately Hector did not receive the veterinary attention he urgently needed, nor were his hooves trimmed by a farrier for almost two years. As a result this lovely little pony endured much pain and suffering and on arrival it was feared help had come too late for him. Hector however had other ideas. He was immediately examined by our equine vet and started on a course of pain relief and anti inflammatory medication. Of course we also gradually introduced him to Blue Chip Lamilight, which he loves! Less than two weeks later Hector was off medication and sound.

Our vet was astonished by the difference in him and our farrier cannot believe how quickly Hector’s neglected hooves are improving. One month later and Hector has been transformed from a crippled overweight sad little pony into a lively, fun loving chap who causes no end of mischief.”

Cathy Griffin, Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ISPCA)

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Feed news

Managing the laminitic horse’s diet Laminitis can strike any horse or pony at any time of the year. These days there is increasing incidence of laminitis triggered by toxaemia, trauma and drugs, although the most common cause and the one we are focusing on here is diet.

The Underweight Laminitic Building condition on an underweight laminitic should be done slowly, through a diet that is high in calories. Most conditioning feeds are too rich, but Solution Mash has been specifically formulated for horses that need a higher calorie diet for conditioning and controlled weight gain, whilst being suitable for those that suffer from a starch and sugar intolerance such as laminitis.

At under 1% sugar Solution Mash is perfect for feeding to horses prone to laminitis. The very high oil content provides a source of slow release energy helping horses maintain excellent overall condition and with added antioxidants this helps ensure efficient oil utilisation. A high fibre content combined with digestive enhancers helps maintain gut health, being particularly suitable for horses requiring a diet that is sympathetic on the digestive system.

Solution Mash also contains natural herbs spearmint, garlic and fenugreek and is fully balanced in essential nutrients.

For more information please contact Rowen Barbary Horse Feeds on 01948 880598 or visit www.rowenbarbary.co.uk

Laminitis Trust Approved Feeds If your horse or pony suffers from laminitis then feeding can often be a worry. Take a load off your mind by feeding Speedi-Beet or Fibre-Beet from British Horse Feeds. Both feeds are approved by the Laminitis Trust thanks to their high fibre, low sugar content.

For more information contact British Horse Feeds on 01765 680300 or visit www.britishhorsefeeds.com

The HoofKind Diet Mollichaff HoofKind from HorseHage is a complete fibre feed designed for the nutritional support of horses and ponies prone to laminitis.

Made from a balanced blend of high quality oat straw, dried alfalfa and fibre pellets, HoofKind is topped with a light dressing of soya oil with added vitamins and minerals, trace elements, antioxidants and biotin.

It is low in starch and sugar, high in fibre and does not contain any cereals, and because it is very palatable, it’s great if you have a fussy feeder. It is also low in protein and calories which is excellent if your horse tends to get a bit ‘fizzy’.

HoofKind contains all the vitamins and minerals your horse or pony needs along with added biotin to keep his hooves healthy,

and so, unless he gets lots of hard work, you don’t need to add anything extra other than good quality forage such as High Fibre or Timothy HorseHage.

If you would like further information or feeding advice, please visit www. horsehage.co.uk or call the HorseHage Helpline on 01803 527257.

TopSpec AntiLam TopSpec AntiLam is a pelleted multi-supplement designed to provide nutritional support for those horses and ponies prone to, being treated for, or recovering from laminitis.

Most overweight ponies, and some overweight horses, are susceptible to laminitis.

TopSpec 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 have shown that horses and ponies on restricted/poor grazing do not gain any weight when fed TopSpec AntiLam. It can also be used very successfully as part of a calorie-controlled diet when weight loss is required.

This unique multi-supplement is so palatable that it can be fed out of the hand to horses and ponies at pasture to provide vital nutritional support.

TopSpec AntiLam should be fed on its own with forage. The forage can be in the form of late-cut hay and/or unmolassed chops e.g. TopChop Lite, or controlled grazing, or a combination of these, depending on the individual circumstances.

TopSpec AntiLam contains the following features: • The level of Biotin (15mg/500kg horse/day) that is scientifically proven to improve hoof quality, plus the levels of methionine, cysteine, lysine, calcium, zinc, copper, iodine, and vitamin A known to improve the efficiency of biotin alone. Chelated sources of copper and zinc are included in the formulation. Certain of these nutrients also promote supple skin and a shiny coat.

• High levels of a pure, protected yeast to help maintain nearneutral (normal and healthy) conditions in the hindgut.

• Additional MOS (mannan oligosaccharides).

• A top spec broad-spectrum supplement, vital for horses and ponies on a restricted diet.

• Generous levels of anti-oxidants including Vitamins A, C and E plus selenium to neutralise the excess free-radicals that have been increased by stress.

• A highly digestible, high-fibre ‘supplement carrier’ to stimulate the fibre- digesting bacteria in the hindgut.

• A ‘Non-Heating’ formula, because it is formulated without cereal grains, is very low in sugar and starch, but high in fibre.

For free nutritional advice please contact the Multiple AwardWinning Helpline on (01845) 565030 or visit www.topspec.com

Blue Chip Lami-light Feeding horses and ponies that are prone to laminitis a low calorie, low sugar, low starch diet feed balancer, such as Blue Chip Lami-light is the ideal way to ensure they receive the correct level of vitamins, nutrients and minerals on a daily basis. The whole cereal and molasses free formula makes it very low in sugar and starch. Lamilight contains a respiratory supplement, including garlic and menthol, and a comprehensive hoof supplement, formulated with biotin, zinc and methionine. The prebiotic in Lami-light helps to remove harmful bacteria from the gut. This, combined with the EU approved probiotic, helps to maintain good digestive health and promote a healthy environment for the beneficial bacteria to thrive. Many cases of laminitis are thought to be caused by toxicity in the gut.

Lami-light contains a generous level of magnesium which not only helps to keep the horse or pony calm and settled, but also

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helps to increase insulin sensitivity. Insulin resistance is often linked to over-weight horses and ponies, laminitis, and equine metabolic Syndrome. magnesium is shown to produce a reduction in fat deposits, especially on the crest and base of the tail. horses and ponies that are prone to laminitis should still receive adequate amounts of fibre, but this should be controlled to limit the sugar and calorie content. Ideally turn out into a bare paddock and provide soaked hay to still allow fibre intake. Grazing muzzles can be used or strip grazing introduced to reduce the amount of grass consumed, whilst still allowing for daily turnout. hay may be soaked for several hours to reduce the soluble carbohydrate content and therefore the calories, adequate amounts can then still be fed to ensure your horse or pony is receiving the correct daily intake of fibre, which will help to keep his gut working efficiently. Never forget horses have evolved to be trickle feeders.

For more information on feeding laminitic prone horse and ponies visit www.bluechipfeed.com or call 0114 266 6200.

Supplements & Other Products Equine America CUSHINS many ponies and older horses are susceptible to the natural variations of the pituitary gland, which is responsible for hormonal production affecting blood balance, muscle and nerve condition and the immune system. When this variation relates to over activity, it is commonly referred to as cushings, and a new natural food supplement CUSHiNS has been developed containing chaste Berry to assist ponies and older horse in retaining or restoring the natural hormone level, enabling a more healthy life, particularly if the horse or pony is prone to Laminitis.

Telephone: 01403 255809 or visit www.equine-america.co.uk

How does Vetrofen help Laminitis?

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Laminitis literally means inflammation of the laminae, and while it remains controversial whether this is the primary mechanism of disease, evidence of inflammation occurs in the majority of cases.

Vetrofen provides fast acting management for the inflammatory response associated with laminitis that’s 100% natural, has no banned substances and no side effects!

Vetrofen is a proprietary blend of natural plant extracts from Scutellaria baicalensis and acacia catechu.

These plants have been used in foods and health products for thousands of years, especially in Japan and china. The two key ingredients, in Vetrofen have been studied extensively around the world and recognised for their antiinflammatory and

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Feed news

For help and advice please call 0845 365 0050 (Local Rate) or visit www.animalife.co.uk

NAF Laminaze If your horse or pony is prone to Laminitis make sure improved Laminaze is part of his daily diet.

Improved Laminaze has been reformulated so that the unique, totally natural formula now has increased benefits. Whilst supplying nutrients to support the health of the hoof and those rich in antioxidants to flush excess toxins out from the system, improved Laminaze offers additional nutritional support specifically for the health of the gut.

So the good news is, if your horse or pony is prone to laminitis you can make an important contribution towards improving his diet by ensuring new Laminaze is part of his daily feed.

Top Tip: If you know your horse or pony is prone to laminitis, NAF recommend you introduce Laminaze into his diet in good time prior to the particularly high risk period of spring and the appearance of the new lush spring grass – this will help to prepare his system, and importantly, make sure Laminaze is well established as an integral part of the feed and management regime.

Ensure your laminitis prone horse or pony stays one step ahead, make Laminaze part of his daily diet all year round.

For correct management and feeding advice please call the NAF Freephone Advice Line: 0800 373 106, or go to www.naf-equine.eu/uk

The Best Friend Grazing Muzzle The Best Friend Grazing Muzzle from Charlies Products is a must this spring/summer for managing a restricted diet, whilst allowing your horse the freedom to socialize, exercise and de-stress out in the field.

Horses adapt well to the Best Friend Grazing Muzzle and when fitted correctly, effectively restrict grass intake without restricting natural grazing and drinking patterns.

The Best Friend Grazing Muzzle is designed with your horses comfort in mind. For horses with pronounced features there is also the Muzzle Mate or Sheep Skin Padding for additional comfort.

The Best Friend Grazing Muzzle attaches to any field safe head collar, or the Deluxe version comes in an all-in-one design with a safety head piece attached.

Available in the following sizes: Large horse, Horse, Cob, Pony, Mini and Mini Mini.

For more information Telephone: 0844 809 4655 or visit www.charliesproducts.co.uk

The Laminitis Revolution: unmissable viewing for owners struggling with laminitis One of the country’s leading experts in laminitis, the veterinary surgeon David Rendle from the Liphook Equine Hospital in Hampshire, is presenting a live online broadcast on how the veterinary profession’s understanding of this debilitating and devastating disease has been completely revolutionised over the past five years. As a result of new research, owners battling with laminitis have a real opportunity to shape a positive future for their horse, avoiding further painful episodes.

“Historically laminitis has been viewed as solely a nutritional problem, frequently occurring as a result of horses grazing lush pasture,” explains David. “However, recent studies indicate that 90% of horses develop laminitis due to an underlying hormonal disease such as Equine Cushing’s Disease or Equine Metabolic Syndrome, and the ingestion of sugars, for example in lush pasture, may just be a trigger factor for laminitis in horses with these diseases.”

The online broadcast characterises Equine Cushing’s Disease and Equine Metabolic Syndrome and offers practical tips and advice on the diagnosis, treatment and management required to help prevent laminitis in horses with these conditions.

Central to this is the importance of testing all horses and ponies with laminitis for these hormonal diseases so that veterinary surgeons are fully informed about how to treat and manage the horse in the future.

“Unless the underlying cause of the laminitis is addressed, horses will continue to be at risk of painful recurrent episodes which is a significant welfare issue to the horse and extremely frustrating for owners. As our knowledge of the two hormonal diseases responsible for the majority of cases of laminitis improves, veterinary surgeons can offer their clients more comprehensive advice on treatment options to prevent laminitis. For many owners who have struggled with this condition, this is an absolute relief and revelation,” continues David Rendle.

Taking place at 8.00pm on Wednesday 10th April, the online broadcast is part of the nationwide ‘Talk About Laminitis’ disease awareness initiative, supported by the British Horse Society, World Horse Welfare and Redwings. The broadcast is an absolute must for owners of laminitis prone horses looking to help prevent further suffering or irreversible damage to feet.

The programme will run for one hour including an interactive Q&A session when you will be able to email in questions for David Rendle to answer live. To register to view the online programme, visit www.talkaboutlaminitis.co.uk

Free laboratory fees During the ‘Talk About Laminitis’ campaign, which runs from April until the end of June, Boehringer Ingelheim is offering free laboratory fees for the blood test used to detect Cushing’s disease. The initiative is aimed at raising the awareness of the underlying hormonal causes of laminitis, and is supported by Redwings, The British Horse Society and World Horse Welfare.

To participate in the free testing scheme, talk to your vet or visit www.talkaboutlaminitis.co.uk to download your free blood test voucher. If your horse tests positive for Cushing’s, the disease can then be treated and managed appropriately.

Early diagnosis and intervention are critical if the crippling changes seen in the feet caused by laminitis are to be avoided.

For further information, please contact your veterinary surgeon or visit www.talkaboutlaminitis.co.uk

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antioxidant properties, as well as their exceptional safety profile.

The ingredients in general are those that give colour to vegetables, fruits, cocoa, red wine and green tea. The extracts of these ingredients found in Vetrofen have been scientifically formulated to find key extracts of the plant flavonoids, baicalin and catechin.

Flavonoids are compounds with anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties.

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HIGH FIBRE

The Forage Choice For Low Energy Levels & Laminitics

Recommended

by Vets

Worried about laminitis?

• TopSpec AntiLam includes a unique 5 way approach to nutritional support for horses and ponies prone to, being treated for or recovering from laminitis

High Fibre HorseHage is safe to feed to laminitics • Provides high fibre with lower protein & energy levels • Dust-free for a healthy respiratory system

• Suitable for leisure horses and those that are resting, convalescing or laminitic.

• All natural no chemicals, additives or inoculants HorseHage is available in 4 varieties, offering a choice to suit all horses and ponies, including laminitics.

• Very palatable, pelleted multi-supplement.

Can be fed on its own or with un-molassed chop • Contains optimum levels of vitamins, minerals and yeast probiotics • Used and recommended by veterinary surgeons, farriers and thousands of horse owners • Free feeding and management advice from the nutritional team based at the multiple-award winning Middle Park Farm Laminitis Research Unit • Economical to feed, a 20kg sack lasts a 500kg horse for 6 weeks.

A 7.5Kg tub is ideal for small ponies and will last a 250kg pony for 30 days.

Tel: 01845 565 030 www.topspec.com ®

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BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN MARK WESTAWAY AND SON MANUFACTURERS OF HORSE FORAGE

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by experienced equine nutritionists

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Feed news Magic Voted Best In Test!

23 Calmers, including all well known brands, were put through rigorous testing by a totally independent equine group for a Horse & Rider Magazine report.

Moorcroft Racehorse Welfare Centre took up the challenge to test the 23 calming products on their often skittish and unpredictable ex-racehorses, all of whom are in residence for rehabilitation and re-homing.

The brief given to the MRWC was to test the 23 nutritional calming products for the following: effectiveness, palatability, ease of use and value for money. They were also asked if they would recommend or use the product again.

Magic was clearly voted as the best calmer in test and received the following review: • This product really is magic!

• Magic worked well on all the horses who trialled it – reducing spooky behaviour and improving manageability and rideability.

• Magic is easy to use and easy to administer • Magic offers value for money • Yes, we would definitely recommend Magic to anyone who wants an effective calmer, So if all else fails, follow the recommendation of Moorcroft Racehorse Welfare Centre, and try a little Magic.

For correct management and feeding advice please call the NAF Freephone Advice Line: 0800 373 106, or go to www.naf-equine.eu/uk

Cortaflex for Horses Constant pounding on artificial, hard or heavy ground is very demanding on all joints; even hacking can cause abnormal wear and tear. By feeding a proven joint supplement, you can help to redress the balance and protect your horse’s joints.

Cortaflex was launched in the USA in 1997 and was an instant success. By 1998 Cortaflex had also taken the UK market by storm.

Cortaflex was formulated around the concept that small molecules are more likely to be absorbed than large ones and is a unique formulation of the small key active isolates of Chondroitin and Glucosamine – Glycine, Proline, Glutamine, Glucuronic Acid and Glutamic Acid. These small molecules are considered to pass easily through the tiny cell walls and reach the joints in high concentration, achieving the speed and effectiveness of Cortaflex in helping to maintain healthy joints. Cortaflex is also fortified with an oral form of Hyaluronic Acid (HA), a major component of joint lubricating fluid, which is essential for absorbing concussion and providing cartilage with nutrients and lubrication for movement.

Additionally, Cortaflex contains Avocado Soybean Unsaponifiables (ASU), which has been clinically shown to assist equine joint health when used in combination with the key ingredients above.

Cortaflex achieved a significant improvement in the symmetry of equine tarsal joint movement following a rigorous double blind clinical trial, conducted by the College of Veterinary Medicine at Michigan State University. This trial, undertaken by one of the leading equine research institutes in the world, used advanced measurement techniques to ensure that the data collected, before and after the supplementation of Cortaflex, was of the highest accuracy. The successful results of this study were then presented by the author, Dr. Hilary Clayton BVMS, PhD, MRCVS, at the conference of the globally respected American Association of Equine Practitioners, and published in the conference proceedings.

American magazine,Horse Journal said: “We laughed when Equine America said Cortaflex Solution would work in five days – but the laugh was on us, it worked in three days.”

Bedding News ComfyBed An all-natural, eco-friendly alternative to shavings, ComfyBed is a high quality wood fibre horse bedding that is both economical and practical.

Produced from seasoned softwood fibres, ComfyBed is virtually dust-free meaning it is great for horses that suffer from RAO (COPD) and those that require a clean, dust-free environment.

Designed to create a firm and supportive bed without reducing absorbency, ComfyBed hardly moves with horses on it, which saves time whilst mucking out and reduces wastage.

Packaged in substantial 25kg bales ComfyBed offers value for money, comes from a reliable wood source and can help to reduce your carbon footprint.

Eco ComfyBed recently invested half a million pounds on improving their production facilities; this has helped to increase production capacity whilst allowing them to keep the high standards of quality expected by their customers. www.ecocomfybed.co.uk

BedSoft BedSoft bedding is a top quality, dust-extracted straw bedding, that is enjoyed and used by several top competition riders including, Sharon Hunt, Andrew Gould and Ricki Hill. BedSoft premium horse bedding is produced using excellent quality wheat and rape straw. The top quality straw is processed in a unique chopping and shredding machine to increase the absorbency of the bedding. The chopped straw is then dust extracted using state of the art machinery, reducing the risk of harmful dust spores which can cause irritations and allergies.

Finally, the unique Trus-STEED bio-security treatment is then added. The horse’s environment is an area of high activity, using a product that can reduce the bio-security risk of your horse’s stabled environment can greatly reduce the instance of infectious disease. The protective properties of this exclusive treatment can protect both horse and owned from harmful bacteria, viruses, spores and funghi. With its added bio-security aspect, BedSoft bedding is the perfect choice for the sponsored riders, particularly when they compete and stable away from home.

In addition to bio-security benefits, BedSoft beddings TrusSTEED treatment leaves a welcoming lemon fragrance, which is insect repellent. The treatment also helps to curb bed-eating vices by leaving a bitter taste while remaining completely non-toxic.

The four products in the BedSoft range are BedSoft Original, BedSoft Blend, BedSoft Bio and BedSoft Bio Plus. The comprehensive range of bedding allows the needs of all horses to be catered for. www.BedSoft.co.uk

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UK STOCKIST OF BEST FRIEND PRODUCTS

A MUST HAVE this Spring/Summer from Charlies Products:

The Best Friend™ Deluxe Grazing Muzzle

For managing a restricted diet, whilst allowing your horse the freedom to socialise, exercise and de-stress out in the field.

The Best Friend Grazing Muzzle is designed with your horses comfort in mind. For horses with pronounced features there is also the Muzzle Mate and Sheep Skin padding for additional comfort.

The Best Friend Grazing Muzzle Deluxe version comes in an all-in-one design with a safety head piece attached.

Voted Editors Choi ce and Best Buy Award by H orse Journal Feb 2010!

Best Friend Have-A-Heart Muzzle

Best Friend Have-A-Heart Muzzle has all the features and benefits of the Best Friend Deluxe Grazing Muzzle plus more: • Noseband can be expanded to reduce potential rubbing.

• V-Strap helps keep the muzzle from coming off your horse’s nose. It also helps to position the muzzle and keep some of the weight off the nose to further reduce rubbing.

• Smooth padding on the adjustable noseband helps further reduce friction.

• The enlarged openings allow for additional air flow.

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Help Spring

Turn Out Good Spring can turn out bad for ponies prone to Laminitis.

Help his Spring turn out good and protect him with Laminaze.

www.charliesproducts.co.uk Phone: 0844 809 4655

If your horse or pony has been prone to Laminitis in the past, it is highly likely he will be again this year.

Spring is the most dangerous time of year for Laminitics.

So, make sure you know how to manage your horse or pony wisely to minimise the risk of him suffering.

Remember, improve his diet with Laminaze to give him the advantage of the natural nutritional support he needs at this time of year.

For more information and case studies please go to www.naf-equine.eu/uk/yourstory

For more details please go to your local NAF stockist or call our Freephone Advice Line: 0800 373 106 or email info@naf-uk.com

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Top Tip: Remember, if you know your pony is to prone to Laminitis make sure he is prepared. NAF recommend you introduce Laminaze to his diet early - prior to the high risk periods – to ensure Laminaze is well established in his system.

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SHOW IMPROVER PENCILS

A barley and oat free formulation that includes EQUI-JEWEL® to help maintain a steady temperament whilst supporting optimum muscle development and topline.

ShowDates 2013 Whether you are aiming to be a National Champion or to compete at your first show you will hopefully find something inside this guide to inspire you to go out and have some fun with your horse...

All the dates printed in this show guide were correct at the time of going to print. Localrider Magazine recommends that you always check that a show is still running on the same date before leaving home.

BLOSSOM RIDE at Wytherling Court, Molash, nr Canterbury

SUNDAY 21st APRIL, starts 10am 10 miles of Countryside Rural Ride, no jumps.

For entry forms send SAE to Geoffrey Jenkins, Kings View, Shottenden Lane, Molash, Nr Canterbury, Kent CT4 8EZ Tel: 01233 740598

MOLASH CHARITY RIDE...

Sunday 1st September

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

Call Lauren, 01277 811904 for a chat. www.pussycatlodge.co.uk

£ donations please call

VICARAGE FARM

Halliford Road, Sunbury on Thames, Middx TW16 6DW Fax/Phone 01932 765145 Mb 07711 214216

Adult & Pony BS Jumping from 7th April to 20th July BS Area 44 Mixed Show 10th & 11th AUGUST XC/ODE/Dressage varying from March Unaffiliated Jumping Unaffiliated Showing from April WEDNESDAY EVENING JUMPING – FROM MAY FOUR WINDS SHOWING SHOW This prestigious Easter Event is no longer.

Decision made 2 Months ago.

After 40 odd years it is very sad but a sign of the times.

To see dates & events visit www.vicaragefarm.com/eventlist Or for schedules send email to vic.farm@btinternet.com & state type of event

MaRCH 2013 1 March Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 1 March mount mascal Stables, Friday Evening Indoor Winter Show Jumping Series, (5.30pm start), mount mascal Stables, Vicarage road, Bexley, Kent, Da5 2aW, Telephone: 020 8 300 3947, Email: info@mountmascalstables. com, www.mountmascalstables.com 2 March Bedgebury Park, Janine

Lamy Show Jumping clinic, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07973 780820 Email: jlamy666@hotmail. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

2 March Bodiam International arena,

Unaffiliated indoor winter Dressage Series, refreshments, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse. com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

2 March LmEQ, Show Jumping with Lucy Thompson, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call ruth on 07708 066089 for places. www.lmeq.com 2 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Pony affiliated, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 2 March royal Leisure ScOPE Qualifiers, The Primary handicap & the Tiny Tots, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 3 March Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated

Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

3 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Show Jumping, Sands Farm (run by horsham & District rc), West Sussex, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

3 March Eaglesfield, Sunday Indoor Unaffiliated Jumping Series, with crickland & Eaglesfield Qualifiers, classes: cross pole to 3’6” open, everyone welcome, friendly fun jumping events for all ages and albilities. Eaglesfield Equestrian centre, West Yoke, ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7hT (near New ash Green, please contact for directions), contact: Jean clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.jean@ btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net 3 March Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian. co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 3 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Progressive, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 5 March Bedgebury Park, BD dressage to music training day, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, www.bedgeburypark.com

5 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, (Tuesdays) advanced/Progressive inc National 1.30ms, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@hotmail. co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 6 March Bedgebury Park, affiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 6 March Francis Whittington, cross country clinic with Francis Whittington, Groups from BE80 upwards, Lodge Farm, matfield, Kent, Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk 8 March Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 9 March Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated Showjumping, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 9 March Limpsfield riding club, robert Pickles FhBS clinic, Flatwork or Jumping (Individual or solo lesson available). hilders Farm, Edenbridge, TN8 6LE, Telephone: 07748 844350 Email: limpsrc@hotmail.com 9 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Pyecombe Shows at Brendon Stud, West Sussex, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 9 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Saddlesdane Equestrain centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 10 March Bedgebury Park, Damian hallam dressage clinics, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: emma@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 10 March The Equi-Fun club, Show Jumping Show inc Team classes, Plumpton college, Ditching road, Nr Lewes, East Sussex.Telephone: 07738 993995, email: becca@equi-fun.co.uk www.equi-fun.co.uk 10 March hailsham Equestrian club, Indoor Unaffiliated Dressage, classes from Prelim to Elementary, inc NPS qualifiers for addington 2013, Golden cross Equestrian centre, chalvington road, Golden cross, East Sussex, BN27 3SS www.hailshamec.co.uk 10 March highstead riding centre, Unaffiliated Dressage, indoors, highstead riding centre, highstead, chislet, Nr. canterbury, Kent, cT3 4LX, Email: lynnusauk@aol.com 10 March mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, The Vale Gallop, all terrain running races 10k, 4k, 1k, www.thevalegallop. co.uk, Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch 10 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Intro/ amateur, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 10 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Eaglesfield Equestrian Events, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

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10 March Vicarage Farm, hunter Trials, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com 11 March hall Place Equestrian centre,

Dressage, inc UK riders challenge Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

11 March Speedgate, andrew Day clinics.

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk 12 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, (Tuesdays) advanced/Progressive inc National 1.30ms, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 13 March Bedgebury Park, British Show Jumping clinic with Judi Piper, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07850 514717 Email: judi@starnash. co.uk, www.bedgeburypark.com 15 March Bedgebury Park, clear

round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

15 March LmEQ, Jon Pitts Fit to ride

clinic, human Performance, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB email: david@jonpitts. co.uk for places. www.lmeq.com

16 March Bedgebury Park, affiliated Showjumping Senior (a,P), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 16 March LmEQ, Jon Pitts Fit to ride

clinic, human Performance, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB email: david@jonpitts. co.uk for places. www.lmeq.com

16-17 March Bodiam International

arena, Garden of England Nrha/Br/WES/ UKPha Show and Training clinc with Doug allen, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse. com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

16 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage & Show Jumping, Sands Farm (run by horsham & District rc), West Sussex, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 17 March Bedgebury Park riding club, combined Training Day (riding club members only), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: clubs@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 17 March Eaglesfield, Sunday Indoor

Unaffiliated Jumping Series, with crickland & Eaglesfield Qualifiers, classes: cross pole to 3’6” open, everyone welcome, friendly fun jumping events for all ages and albilities. Eaglesfield Equestrian centre, West Yoke, ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7hT (near New ash Green, please contact for directions), contact: Jean clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.jean@ btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net

17 March LmEQ, Show Jumping with Ernest Dillon, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call Jennifer on 07771 598730 for places. www.lmeq.com 17 March mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, cross country Events, 1’6” 1’9” 2’ 2’3” 2’6” & enclosed crJ. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www.pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch 17 March Newlands corner riding club, Open Unaffiliated Dressage Show, merrist Wood Equestrian centre, holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE Tel: 01483 205049 Lesley Selway www.newlandscorner.org 17 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, advanced/ Progressive, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk17 march Speedgate, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

19 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, (Tuesdays) advanced/Progressive inc National 1.30ms, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 19 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

GREAT CHART HAPPY HACK 18th August 2013

Dressage, Blue Barn Ec, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

at Court Lodge Farm, Great Chart TN23 3AY

20 March Francis Whittington, cross country clinic with Francis Whittington, Groups from BE80 upwards, Lodge Farm, matfield, Kent, Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk

An 8 mile hack around Kent countryside, in aid of Kent Air Ambulance.

22 March Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

www.happyhack.co.uk, 01233 329824, dianehogben@sky.com

22 March moat View riding club, race Night, Telephone: Jo cocker 07751 238204, Email: jo@mountviewrc. co.uk, www.moatviewrc.co.uk 23 March Bedgebury Park, affiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 23 March Bodiam International arena, Unaffiliated indoor winter Dressage Series, refreshments, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse. com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk 23 March Limpsfield riding club, centaur Bio mechanics for horse and rider. hilders Farm, Edenbridge, TN8 6LE, Telephone: 07748 844350 Email: limpsrc@hotmail.com 23 March LmEQ, Show Jumping with

Ernest Dillon, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call Jennifer on 07771 598730 for places. www.lmeq.com

CHAPS (UK) South East Regional Show

5th MAY 2013

Pachesham Equestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0AL

In-Hand & Ridden Classes CHAPS (UK) QUALIFIERS HOYS QUALIFIERS JUNIOR CLASSES

YOUNGSTOCK EVALUATIONS SAE to Secretary for schedules: Lucy Carvall, 8 Ajax Close, Braintree, Essex CM7 9UP Tel: 07867860096 (before 9pm)

CHIPSTEAD RIDING CLUB SUMMER SEASON EVENTS 2013 MAY 11TH JUNE 30th JULY 14st JULY 21ST AUG 18th SEPT 8TH SEPT 15th OCT 20th

SHOW JUMPING | Felbridge Showground DRESSAGE AREA QUALIFIER | Bookham RC Field FULL SUMMER SHOW | Pachesham EC, Leatherhead DRESSAGE | Diamond Centre, Carshalton DRESSAGE | Diamond Centre, Carshalton DRESSAGE I Diamond Centre, Carshalton HUNTER TRIAL | East Byshee, Blindley Heath SHOW JUMPING | Felbridge Showground

Download full schedule from

www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

0r A5 SAE to Jackie Russell, 32 Chartwell Place, Cheam, Surrey SM3 9TD Follow us on Facebook: Chipstead RidingClub

23 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Pony affiliated, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 23 March royal Leisure ScOPE Qualifiers, mandy hall members cup, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@hotmail. co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 23 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Sparsholt college, hampshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 24 March Bedgebury Park, Damian hallam dressage clinics, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: emma@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 24 March Francis Whittington Training clinics, cross country, Groups from BE80 upwards, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB, Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk 24 March Limpsfield riding club, Dressage, Walk Trot, Prelim, Novice and Elementary Tests. hilders Farm, Edenbridge, TN8 6LE, Telephone: 07748 844350 Email: limpsrc@hotmail.com 24 March Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Dressage, Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian.co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 24 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Intro/ amateur, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 24 March Speedgate, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, a variety of classes from clear round to Open. all classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces.

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

Competitions and clinics at Bedgebury Park www.bedgeburypark.com

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branch of the Pony club All competitions to be held at The Pony Club Field, Montague Farm, Hankham, Pevensey BN24 5BB

Dates FoR 2013:

Sunday 12th May ............... Prince Phillip Cup Games (Pony Club only) Sunday 16th June .............. Novice Horse Trials Open to all (PC teams) ............................................. mini-mini, mini and novice up to 90 cm Sat 29th & Sun 30th June . Tetrathlon (Pony Club only) Sunday 21st July..................Summer Show, Open to all. Classes for everyone Sunday 8th September...... Hunter Trials Open to all ............................................. Mini-mini, mini and novice up to 90 cm Please visit www.pcuk.org/eastsussex for schedules or send a SAE for each event to: ESPC. 1, Trout Stream Cotts, Skinners Lane, Catsfield, East Sussex. TN33 9DN

EAGLESFIELD OUTDOOR UNAFFILIATED SHOW JUMPING with CRICKLAND & SUNSHINE TOUR QUALIFIERS

All-weather wax sand Arena, Hot and Cold Refreshment all day.

26th May ~ 30th June ~ 28th July Classes for all, from cross poles to Opens

Everyone welcome, entries close Wednesday before each show.

Friendly fun Jumping events for all ages and abilities. ******************

For schedules, SAE to: Eaglesfield Equestrian Events Limited, West Yoke, Ash, Near Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7HT (near New Ash Green), 8 miles from Dartford Bridge ENTER on Line at www.eaglesfield.net or by post at above address.

General Enquiries: Jean Clark Tel: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.show@btinternet.com Like us on our Facebook page - Eaglesfield Equestrian and follow us on Twitter @EaglesfieldEC

24 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show Jumping, cobham manor E c (run by SmP Events), Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 24 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, The arrow Equestrian centre - run by Just So Equestrian Events, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 24 March Vicarage Farm, hunter Trials, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

26 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, (Tuesdays) advanced/Progressive inc National 1.30ms, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 27 March LmEQ, Dressage with andrew Gould, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB email matt@lmeq.com for places. Telephone: 07771 600 033 www.lmeq.com 29 March Bedgebury Park, Easter Showjumping and clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 29 March Good Friday Sponsoured ride for cranleigh rDa, 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. Telephone 01483 563495 Email: sponsoredride@cranleighrdagroup. co.uk, www.cranleighrdagroup.co.uk

31 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Intro/ amateur, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 31 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show Jumping, Saddlesdane Equestrain centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

aPRIL 2013 1 April London harness horse Parade, Spectacular parade of commercial & private horse drawn vehicles. From Shetlands to Shires and everything in between. South of England Showground, ardingly, West Sussex, Telephone: 01737 646132 www.lhhp.co.uk 1 April royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Unaffiliated In hand & ridden Showing Show, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@hotmail. co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 1 April Squirrells riding School, Fun Show, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 1 April Warren Barn Events, april Fools Pleasure ride, 7 to 10 mile route to choose over beautiful scenery. Warren Barn Farm, Slines Oak road, Woldingham, Surrey, cr3 7hN, Telephone: 01883 650244, www.churchfarmservices.co.uk

29 March hall Place Equestrian centre, Easter Show Jumping, inc UK riders challenge Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

3 April Bedgebury Park, British Show Jumping clinic with Judi Piper, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07850 514717 Email: judi@starnash. co.uk, www.bedgeburypark.com

29 March highstead riding centre, Easter Show, Western, In hand & ridden, Showjumping, highstead riding centre, indoors, highstead, chislet, Nr. canterbury, Kent, cT3 4LX, Email: lynnusauk@aol.com

3 April Francis Whittington Training clinics, cross country, Groups from BE80 upwards,Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB, Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk

29 March mount mascal Stables, Friday Evening Indoor Winter Show Jumping Series, (5.30pm start), mount mascal Stables, Vicarage road, Bexley, Kent, Da5 2aW, Telephone: 020 8 300 3947, Email: info@mountmascalstables. com, www.mountmascalstables.com 29 March Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show Jumping, hall Place Equestrian centre, Berkshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

29 March Squirrells riding School, Show Jumping Shows, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 30-31 March Bodiam International arena, Garden of England Spring Wake Up Show aQha/WES/UKPha Show and all round clinc with Pierre Ouellet (two days), court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse.com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

30 March Speedgate, Winter Woolies In-hand Show. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk 30 March mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, mounted Games competition.

Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch 30 March royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Eventers challenge, Plus Unaffiliated Showjumping with cricklands Qualifiers, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@hotmail. co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk 31 March LmEQ, Show Jumping with Lucy Thompson, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call ruth on 07708 066089 for places. www.lmeq.com

4 April LmEQ, Show Jumping with Lucy Thompson, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call ruth on 07708 066089 for places. www.lmeq.com 5 April Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 6 April Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 6 April South Eastern Equestrian Services, The South of England horse Trials, Two Days, see the thrills & spills of eventing, elegance of dressage, pressures of show jumping, and the bravery of the cross country phase.

International and local riders completing at different levels. The South of England Show Ground ardingly, West Sussex, rh17 6TL. www.southofenglandhorsetrials.co.uk 6 April Speedgate, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk 6 April Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Saddlesdane Equestrain centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 7 April The Equi-Fun club, Fun Novice Showing & Dressage Show, Plumpton college, Ditching road, Nr Lewes, East Sussex.Telephone: 07738 993995, email: becca@equi-fun.co.uk www.equi-fun.co.uk 7 April LmEQ, Show Jumping with Ernest Dillon, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call Jennifer on 07771 598730 for places. www.lmeq.com 7 April mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, Eventers challenge 1’6” to 3’.

Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

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7 April Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian. co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 7 April South Eastern Equestrian Services, The South of England horse Trials, Two Days, see the thrills & spills of eventing, elegance of dressage, pressures of show jumping, and the bravery of the cross country phase.

International and local riders completing at different levels. The South of England Show Ground ardingly, West Sussex, rh17 6TL. www.southofenglandhorsetrials.co.uk 7 April Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, Intro, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@ btinternet.com www.vicaragefarm.com 8 April hall Place Equestrian centre, Spring Show & Fun Dog Show, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com 8 April Speedgate, andrew Day clinics.

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk 9 April Francis Whittington, cross country clinic with Francis Whittington, Groups from BE80 upwards, Lodge Farm, matfield, Kent, Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk 9 April romney marsh Branch of the Pony club, Open combined Training. carpenters Barn Farm, Sedlescombe.

Telelephone: 01892 824754. http:// branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/ 10 April Bedgebury Park, affiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

12 April Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 12 April hall Place Equestrian centre, mini Show Jumping, inc UK riders challenge Qualifiers, cT rider Summer Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com 13 April Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated Showjumping, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 13 April Southern horse Trials championships Qualifier,Unaffiliated horse Trials, Pre Intro (80cms), Intro (90cms), Pre Novice (1m), Tweseldown racecourse, Bourley road, church crookham, Fleet, hampshire, GU52 8DY, all enquiries: 01483 767336, www.bdwp. co.uk/aallen, www.tweseldown.co.uk 13 April Speedgate, affiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk 14 April Bedgebury Park riding club,

Spring hack (riding club members only), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: clubs@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

14 April Bodiam International arena, Unaffiliated indoor winter Dressage Series championships, refreshments, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse.com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk 14 April F.S. Events, Walk & Trot,

2x Prelim and Novice & Elementary, cricklands Qualifiers, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Kent, Da2 8Eh, Telephone: Flair Sifleet 07957 765964, www.fsevents.co.uk

CRANLEIGH & SOUTH EASTERN AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY

CRANLEIGH SHOW Saturday, 3rd August 2013 The Showground, Bookhurst Road, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 7DW BSJA and Unaffiliated Jumping, Donkeys, Private Driving, Trade Turnouts, Heavy Horses, CHAPS, Ridden and Working Hunters, WHP, Cobs, Riding Horses, Competition Horses, M&M Ridden and In-hand, P(UK) Qualifiers, BSPS Bright Stars

Ridden and In-hand Supreme Championship Download Schedule and Enter On-line at:-

www.cranleighshow.org.uk or SAE 9”x6” for schedules from: Anna Giller, The Secretary, Cranleigh Show, Rallywood, The Green, Ockley, Surrey, RH5 5TR

Tel: 01306 712050 Entries Close: 19th July 2013

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14 April Kent Wildlife Trust, cross country ride, 10 miles with optional jumps 1’6” to 2’9” through beautiful countryside. Torry hill, Nr Sittingbourne, Kent, mE9 0SP. Telephone: 07828 631542 Email: amanda.hamley@btinternet.com

23 April Francis Whittington Training clinics, Show Jumping, heathfield Stables, Spout hill, rotherfield, crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3QX. Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk

14 April Southern horse Trials championships Qualifier, Unaffiliated horse Trials, Pre Intro (80cms), Intro (90cms), Pre Novice (1m), Tweseldown racecourse, Bourley road, church crookham, Fleet, hampshire, GU52 8DY, all enquiries: 01483 767336, www.bdwp. co.uk/aallen, www.tweseldown.co.uk

23 April Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Blue Barn Ec Equestrian centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

14 April ramsden riding club, Showing Show, rrc Showground, Sudbury road, ramsden heath, Essex, cm11 1LB, www.ramsdenridingclub.co.uk 14 April royal Leisure ScOPE Qualifiers, autostop adventurer, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk

25 April LmEQ, Show Jumping with Lucy Thompson, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call ruth on 07708 066089 for places. www.lmeq.com

14 April Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

26 April Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

Dressage, arrow rDa centre - run by SmP Events, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

15 April Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show Jumping, hall Place Equestrian centre, Berkshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 15 April Bedgebury Park, Damian hallam dressage clinics, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: emma@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

SPONSORED RIDE

27 April Bedgebury Park, affiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

20 April LmEQ, Show Jumping with Lucy Thompson, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call ruth on 07708 066089 for places. www.lmeq.com

27 April chilham Park, BE horse Trials, BE affiliated, (Two days), chilham Park, Nr canterbury, Kent, cT4 8DB Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk

20 April NPS area 20, Spring Show, rIhS qualifier for m & m WhP, In hand, and ridden m & m and plaited clases. crockstead Equestrian centre, halland, East Sussex, BN8 6PT, www.npsarea20.co.uk

27 April royal Leisure Senior affiliated British Showjumping Shows, Unaffiliated Showjumping with cricklands Qualifiers, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@hotmail. co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk

Registered Charity 1082219

Stockbridge Farm, Tilford, Surrey GU10 2DD

21 April Bedgebury Park, WhP Show, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: kerry@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

By kind permission of Mr & Mrs N Morland & Miss H Clarke

A 10 mile cross country course over scenic Frensham Common with a minimum of 40 optional jumps 2’6”/2’9”. Additional challenging jumps have been introduced for the bolder horse and rider.

OTHER X COUNTRY EVENTS HELD ON THE DAY. CHILDREN’S ‘IN HAND’, DOG AND HANDLER, RIDE WITH CONFIDENCE

These events will be held in an adjacent 15 acre field with jumps no bigger than 1’6”. They share the main show facilities. Enter on the day.

The Ride raises funds for local charities For location map and schedule visit www.ridingdiary.co.uk or send SAE to Mrs C Cook, 8 Sandy Lane Cottages, Sandy Lane, Rushmoor, Farnham Surrey GU10 2ET Email: fsr@live.co.uk

26 April mount mascal Stables, Friday Evening Indoor Winter Show Jumping Series, (5.30pm start), mount mascal Stables, Vicarage road, Bexley, Kent, Da5 2aW, Telephone: 020 8 300 3947, Email: info@mountmascalstables. com, www.mountmascalstables.com

17 April Bedgebury Park, affiliated Showjumping, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

20 April moat View riding club, Team and Individual Dressage, Blue Barn Equestrian centre, Great chart, ashford, Kent, Telephone: Jo cocker 07751 238204, Email: jo@mountviewrc. co.uk, www.moatviewrc.co.uk

Sunday 28th April 2013 - 9am - 3pm

24 April Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, advanced/Progressive, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

14 April Sevenoaks riding club, FOh

area 10 and Spring hunter Trial, Junior and Senior classes, Novice course, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

FRENSHAM CROSS COUNTRY

24 April Bedgebury Park, British Show Jumping clinic with Judi Piper, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07850 514717 Email: judi@starnash. co.uk, www.bedgeburypark.com

21 April Blossom ride at Wytherling court, rural ride. 10 miles of countryside rural ride, no jumps, (starts 10pm), Wytherling court, molash, Nr canterbury. Telephone: 01233 740598, www.molash.com

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21 April Great Bookham Equestrian

centre, Unaffiliated Show Jumping and Dressage, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

21 April mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, cross country Event, incorporating cross country phase of tetrathlon 1’6” to 2’6”. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch 21 April Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Dressage, The arrow Equestrian centre - run by Just So Equestrian Events, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

21 April Speedgate, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, a variety of classes from clear round to Open. all classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk 21 April Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, amateur & Intro, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

27 April Warren Barn Events, Working hunter clear round and Showing clinic (day #1). Warren Barn Farm, Slines Oak road, Woldingham, Surrey, cr3 7hN, Telephone: 01883 650244, www.churchfarmservices.co.uk 28 April Frensham cross country Sponsored ride, a 10 mile cross country course over senic Frensham common with a minimum of 40 optional jumps 2’6” / 2’9”. additional challenging jumps have been introduced for the bolder horse & rider. Other cross country events held on the day children’s In hand, Dog & handler, ride with confidence. The ride raises funds for local charities, Stockbridge Farm, Tilford, Surrey, GU10 2DD. Email: fsr@live.co.uk, www.ridingdiary.co.uk 28 April Bedgebury Park, Damian hallam dressage clinics, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: emma@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 28 April chilham Park, BE horse Trials, BE affiliated, (Two days), chilham Park, Nr canterbury, Kent, cT4 8DB Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk 28 April mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, Tetrathlon, Junior, mini, mini mini, Tri, Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch 28 April Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Dressage, Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian.co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 28 April P J Events, Showing, Working hunters, Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Dover, Kent, cT15 5BQ, Telephone: 07747 746407, www.pjeventsshows.moonfruit.co.uk

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1 May Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, advanced/Progressive, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com 2 May Vicarage Farm, British Show

28 April Speedgate, Unaffiliated

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3 May Bedgebury Park, clear round,

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28 April Vicarage Farm, Unaffiliated

Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

28 April Warren Barn Events, Working

hunter clear round and Showing clinic (day #2). Warren Barn Farm, Slines Oak road, Woldingham, Surrey, cr3 7hN, Telephone: 01883 650244, www.churchfarmservices.co.uk

4 May Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 4 May Bedgebury Park riding club, Badminton Trip (riding club members only), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: clubs@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

28 April West Street hunt Pony club, Open

4 May Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Saddlesdane Equestrain centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

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4 May Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, amateur and Intro, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

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1 May Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and Show Jumping classes, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

4 May Wimbledon Pony club, Open Show, Qualifying classes for Sunshine Tour, Balanced horse Feeds, BSPa, Tarra and SSa (Side Saddle association). Pachesham Equestrian centre, randalls road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0aL. Telephone: 07764 149737, www.wimbledonpc.co.uk

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OPEN SHOW NEW VENUE – Sevenoaks Area Sunday May 26th 2013 Schedule www.pcuk.org/ westkentsevenoaks Or s.a.e. Mrs H Giddings, 93 West End, Kemsing, Sevenoaks, TN15 6QB Plus Inter branch Show Jumping (enter via your branch)

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5 May chaPS South East regional Show, In hand & ridden classes chaPS (UK) Qualifiers hOYS Qualifiers Junior classes Youngstock Evaluation, Pachesham Equestrian centre, randalls road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 0aL Telephone: 07867860096 (before 9pm)

12 May Bedgebury Park, Damian hallam

5 May LmEQ, Show Jumping with Ernest Dillon, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call Jennifer on 07771 598730 for places. www.lmeq.com

12 May chilham Park, Brc horse Trials

5 May mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, Novice Show. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www.pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch 5 May Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian. co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 5 May Speedgate, Unaffiliated Show

Jumping, a variety of classes from clear round to Open. all classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

5 May Vicarage Farm, Unaffiliated Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com 6 May hall Place Equestrian centre, may day Show & Fun Dog Show, inc UK riders challenge Qualifiers, cT rider Summer Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk

6 May Squirrells riding School, Fun

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Saturday 10th November - Unaffiliated Indoor Dressage Classes Prelim to Novice.

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8 May Bedgebury Park, affiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com 10 May Bedgebury Park, clear

round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com Showjumping, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

11 May chilham Park, One Day

Event, British riding clubs Novice and Intermediate horse Trials Qualifier for Brc National championships, inc London & South East Novice championships Qualifier, chilham Park, Nr canterbury, Kent, cT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk

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Show, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

11 May Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated

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11 May chipstead riding club, Show Pic by MDR Photo

horse Show and Open Fun Dog Show, Two Jumping rings, Working hunter, Leading rein, Showing and gymkhanas, Family Show with classes for all. Shenley Farm, headcorn, TN27 9hX, Enquires email: christina.back@ashfordvalleyhunt. co.uk, www.ashfordvalleyhunt.co.uk

5 May Dartford & District riding club, Spring Show, Warrigal Farm, Sandy Banks hill, Bean, Nr Dartford, Kent, Da2 8Eh. Telephone: 07957 765964 www. dartfordanddistrictridingclub.co.uk

6 May Speedgate, andrew Day clinics.

19 classes including show jumping, clear round and ridden showing. Something for everyone including Mini and Overall Showing Championships, Challenge Trophies, medals and lovely rosettes.

12 May ashford rd Valley hunt, Spring

dressage clinics, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: emma@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com Qualifiers, classes for the British riding club area 10 horse Trials Qualifier for Brc National championships, classes: Brc 80hT Senior, Brc 90hT Junior & Senior, Brc 100hT Junior & Senior, Brc 100 + hT Senior (same Xc as 100 but different dressage & higher Showjumping course), chilham Park, Nr canterbury, Kent, cT4 8DB, Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk

12 May East Sussex Pony club, Prince Phillip cup Games (Pony club only), The Pony club Field, montague Farm, hankham, Pevensey, BN24 5BB. www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

12 May F.S. Events, Walk & Trot, 2x Prelim and Novice & Elementary, cricklands Qualifiers, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Kent, Da2 8Eh, Telephone: Flair Sifleet 07957 765964, www.fsevents.co.uk

12 May LmEQ, Show Jumping with Lucy Thompson, Littleton manor Equestrian centre, reigate, Surrey, rh2 8LB call ruth on 07708 066089 for places. www.lmeq.com

12 May mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, Team Show Jumping, Eclipse, Bullock cup, and hickstead Qualifier.

Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

12 May ramsden riding club, Show Jumping, Essex, www. ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

12 May Sevenoaks riding club, Dressage test and re-test, Grassroots Showjumping, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

12 May Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, Progressive and amateur (inc British Novice regional), Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

15 May Bedgebury Park, British Show Jumping clinic with Judi Piper, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07850 514717 Email: judi@starnash. co.uk, www.bedgeburypark.com

15 May Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and clear round Show Jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

17 May Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

17 May Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

18 May Bedgebury Park, affiliated Showjumping, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

18 May Speedgate, affiliated Dressage

Jumping, Felbridge Showground, Felbridge, West Sussex. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

11 May Vicarage Farm, Unaffiliated

19 May Bedgebury Park riding club,

Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

combined Training Day (riding club members only), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: clubs@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

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19 May Great Bookham Equestrian

Centre, Unaffiliated Show Jumping & Showing, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

19 May Rother Valley Riding

Club, Spring Hunter Trial, Bull Farm, Cranbrook, Kent, www.rvrc.org.uk

19 May Sevenoaks Riding Club,

Dressage, Showjumping and Combined Training Show, Redlands, Sevenoaks, M.McDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

19 May Southdown East Pony Club Open Events, Spring Hunter Trial, PABX Solutions Open Hunter Trial, Wivelsden Farm, www. branches.pcuk.org /southdowneast

19 May Squirrells Riding School, Show

Jumping Shows, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for Cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

19 May Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Dressage, The Arrow Equestrian Centre - run by Just So Equestrian Events, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

19 May Vicarage Farm, British Show

Jumping, Amateur and Pony, Vicarage Farm, Halliford Road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

19 May Warren Barn Events, Mixed

Mountain and Moorland Show, All classes are qualifiers for NPS Summer Championships and Equifest 2013, In Hand, Ridden and Working Hunter classes. Warren Barn Farm, Slines Oak Road, Woldingham, Surrey, CR3 7HN, Telephone: 01883 650244, www.churchfarmservices.co.uk

20 May West Kent Hunt (Meopham)

26 May Mid Surrey Branch of the

Pony Club, Open Horse and Pony Show.

Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to Mid Surrey Branch

26 May Moreton Morrell College, May

Festival, Annual European Championship Show for American Saddlebreds and Open Breed Show for all equines, Showing, indoors, Moreton Morrell College, Warwickshire, Email: lynnusauk@aol. com, www.american-saddlebred.co.uk

26 May Newlands Corner Riding Club,

26 May Romney Marsh Branch of

the Pony Club, Open Show 21 years and under, Delmonden, Hawkhurst.

Telelephone: 01892 824754. http:/ branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh http:// branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/

26 May Speedgate, Unaffiliated

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

Dressage, and Showjumping, Redlands, Sevenoaks, M.McDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

24 May Bedgebury Park, Clear

Round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SH, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

24-26 May Bodiam International

Arena, Garden of England Spring Show AQHA/NRHA/BR/WES/UKPHA, Court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse.com, www. gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

25 May Bedgebury Park, Affiliated

Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SH, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

26 May Bedgebury Park, Damian Hallam dressage Clinics, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SH, Enquires email: emma@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

26 May Eaglesfield, Unaffiliated Show

Jumping Series, with Crickland & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Classes for All from cross pole to opens, Everyone welcome, friendly fun jumping events for all ages and albilities. Eaglesfield Equestrian Centre, West Yoke, Ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7HT (near New Ash Green, please contact for directions), Contact: Jean Clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.show@ btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net

Two jumping rings, working hunters, leading rein, showing and gymkhanas.

Family show with classes for all.

Schedules: A5 s.a.e.to: Mrs C Back, Paddock View, Chartway Street, Sutton Valence, Maidstone, Kent. ME17 3HZ email christina.back@ashfordvalleyhunt.co.uk or download at www.ashfordvalleyhunt.co.uk

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26 May Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

SECRETARY: C HASSELL 01634 221964 E mail: morningcross@btopenworld.com SCHEDULE :www.pcuk.org/westkentmeopham

Show Jumping, Saddlesdane Equestrain Centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

26 May Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show

Jumping, Cobham Manor E C (run by SMP Events), Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

26 May Vicarage Farm, British Show

Jumping, Intro and Pony (inc Pony British Novice Regional), Vicarage Farm, Halliford Road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@ btinternet.com www.vicaragefarm.com

27 May Hall Place Equestrian Centre, Show

23 May Sevenoaks Riding Club, Evening

at SHENLEY FARM, HEADCORN. TN27 9HX

OPEN TO PC AND NON PC MEMBERS CLASSES, PC LEVELS 2, 3, AND 4 (2’6”- 3’3”)

Dressage, Sparsholt College, Hampshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

21 May Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Clinics, Show Jumping, Heathfield Stables, Spout Hill, Rotherfield, Crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3QX. Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk

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26 May Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

26 May West Kent (Sevenoaks) Branch

23 May Francis Whittington Training

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Open Unaffiliated Dressage and Showing Show, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU5 9TD Tel: 01483 205049 Lesley Selway www.newlandscorner.org

Branch of the Pony Club, One Day Event, Open to PC and non PC members, Classes, PC Levels 2, 3, & 4 (2’6” to 3’3”), Lodge Farm, Matfield, Email: morningcross@btopenworld. com, www.pcuk.org/westkentmeopham Dressage, Blue Barn EC Equestrian Centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

ASHFORD VALLEY SPRING HORSE SHOW

of the Pony Club, Open Show, plus Inter-branch Show Jumping, NEW VENUE – Sevenaoks Area, Kent. www.pcuk. org – go to westkentsevenoaks branch Jumping, inc UK Riders Challenge Qualifiers, CT Rider Summer Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham Hill, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

27 May Squirrells Riding School, Dressage Shows, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for Cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

27 May Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show Jumping, Hall Place Equestrian Centre, Berkshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

29 May Great Bookham Equestrian

Centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and Show Jumping Classes, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

31 May Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SH, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

31 May Bedgebury Park, Clear

Round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2SH, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

june 2013 1 June Lord Leconfield Branch of

the Pony Club, Junior Show (14 years & under), Tismans Common, West Sussex www.pcuk.org/lordleconfield

1 June Romney Marsh Branch of the

Pony Club, Tetrathlon, Delmonden, Hawkhurst. Telelephone: 01892 824754. http:/branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/

Chequer Tree Farm Collier Street, Marden TN12 9SB

In-Hand and Ridden Showing Shows: Please see Chequer Tree Farm Horse Shows page on Facebook for dates and details

Or for more information email dear372@btinternet.com or call 07711 838319

PJ Events Barville Farm, Dover, Kent

28th April - 30th June 28th July - 1st Sep www.pjeventsshows. moonfruit.co.uk Showing - Workers Show Jumping

07747 746407

Mount Mascal Stables Competition Schedule 2013

Dressage ▪ Showing ▪ Showjumping ▪ Cross Country Call or email to get your copy today 020 8 300 3947 ▪ info@mountmascalstables.com Exciting events – Fantastic Facilities A warm welcome to everyone

www.mountmascalstables.co.uk

Moat View RC Events for 2013 22nd March....... Race Night 20th April.......... Team and Individual Dressage at Blue Barn 2nd June............ Team and Individual Show jumping at Barville Farm 9th June............. Dressage Series at Trenley Park 28th July............ Open Show at Trenely Park, Showing, dressage and SJ with qualifiers for the British Show Horse Grass Roots Championship, Equifest, BSPA and more.

1st September... Dressage Series at Trenley Park

For schedules/more information see www.moatviewrc.co.uk or Contact Club Secretary, Jo Cocker on 07751 238204 / jo@moatviewrc.co.uk march 2013 Localrider 83

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1 June Southdown East Pony club

Open Events, Traditional Branch Show, Wivelsden Farm, www.branches. pcuk.org /southdowneast

2 June Bedgebury Park riding club,

club Show and BBQ (riding club members only), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: clubs@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

2 June chilham Park combined

Training / Eventers challenge, combined Training Series plus Eventers challenge, combined Training Tests dressage and showjumping, chilham Park, Nr canterbury, Kent, cT4 8DB Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk

2 June hailsham Equestrian club, Open

horse Show, 19 classes inc Showjumping, clear round and ridden showing. Something for everyone inc mini and Overall Showing championships, challenge Trophies, medals and rosettes. Golden cross Equestrian centre, chalvington road, Golden cross, East Sussex, BN27 3SS www.hailshamec.co.uk

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2 June hall Place Equestrian centre,

mini cross country, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

2 June moat View riding club, Team

and Individual Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Dover, Kent, cT15 5BQ, Telephone: Jo cocker 07751 238204, Email: jo@ mountviewrc.co.uk, www.moatviewrc.co.uk

2 June Petley Wood Equestrian centre,

Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian. co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk

2 June Warren Barn Events, Summer

Showing Show, Equifest 2013 and BSP Bright Star Qualifiers, Warren Barn Farm, Slines Oak road, Woldingham, Surrey, cr3 7hN, Telephone: 01883 650244, www.churchfarmservices.co.uk

3 June Speedgate, andrew Day clinics.

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk

5 June Bedgebury Park, affiliated

Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

6 June Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Dressage, Sparsholt college, hampshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

7 June Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

8 June Bedgebury Park, affiliated

Showjumping, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

8 June Sevenoaks riding club, Le

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9 June Great Bookham Equestrian

centre, Spring Open Show (Showing, Unaffiliated Dressage and Show Jumping), Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

9 June mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club,

Eventing level2, 3, 4, (2’3” to 3’3”. Teams and Individual Open to all. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www.pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

9 June moat View riding club,

Dressage Series, Trenley Park, Stodmarsh road, Fordwich canterbury, Kent, cT3 4ar, Telephone: Jo cocker 07751 238204, Email: jo@mountviewrc. co.uk, www.moatviewrc.co.uk

9 June ramsden riding club, Show Jumping, Essex, www. ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

9 June Southern horse Trials

championships Qualifier, Unaffiliated horse Trials, Pre Intro (80cms), Intro (90cms), Pre Novice (1m), mattingley, hook, hampshire, rG27 8LJ, all enquiries: 01483 767336, www. bdwp.co.uk/aallen, www.tweseldown.co.uk

9 June Speedgate, In-hand and

ridden Show. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

9 June The Surrey Spring Show, ridden

and In-hand Showing, Working hunter Pony, Show Jumping, Bareback Jumping, chase me charlie, Gymkhana, clear round as well as championship classes. hog roast & bar. Felbridge Showground, copthorne road, Felbridge, East Grinstead, West Sussex, rh19 2NU. www. surreyspringshow.org, www.felbridge.net

10 June hall Place Equestrian centre, Dressage, inc UK riders challenge Finals, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

10 June Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Dressage, hall Place Equestrian centre, Berkshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

12 June Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

14 June Bedgebury Park, clear

round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

15 June Bedgebury Park, Janine Lamy adult clinic (weekend), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07973 780820 Email: jlamy666@hotmail. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

15 June Speedgate, affiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

16 June Bedgebury Park, Janine Lamy adult clinic (weekend), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07973 780820 Email: jlamy666@hotmail. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

16 June East Sussex Pony club,

Novice horse Trials, Open to all (Pc teams), mini-mini, mini and novice up to 90cm,The Pony club Field, montague Farm, hankham, Pevensey, BN24 5BB. www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

16 June F.S. Events, Walk & Trot,

2x Prelim and Novice & Elementary, cricklands Qualifiers, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Kent, Da2 8Eh, Telephone: Flair Sifleet 07957 765964, www.fsevents.co.uk

16 June Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Welsh Show, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

16 June Newlands corner riding

club, Open Unaffiliated Showjumping Show, hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU5 9TD Tel: 01483 205049 Lesley Selway www.newlandscorner.org

16 June Sevenoaks riding club,

Dressage, Showjumping and combined Training Show, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

16 June Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Dressage, arrow rDa centre - run by SmP Events, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

16 June Vicarage Farm, British Show

Jumping, area Teams, amateur and Intro, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

16 June Walmer horse & Dog Show,

held in the grounds of Walmer castle, Showing, Show Jumping, Dressage, Walmer castle,Deal, Kent. Telephone: 07747 746407. www.thewalmerhorseanddogshow.co.uk

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19 June Bodiam International arena,

28 June Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated

TraIL clinc with ann Dennis (two days), court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse.com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

19 June Great Bookham Equestrian

28 June Bedgebury Park, clear

centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and clear round Jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

19 June Sevenoaks riding club, Evening Dressage, and Showjumping, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

20 June Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, advanced, Progressive, Elite (inc h&h Foxhunter 2nd round), Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

21 June Bedgebury Park, clear round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

21-23 June Bodiam International arena, Garden of England Summer Show aQha/Nrha/Br/WES/UKPha, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse.com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

22 June Bedgebury Park, affiliated Dressage, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07734 201061 Email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

round, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

29 June Bedgebury Park, Unaffiliated

29 June Bedgebury Park riding

club, Trip to the races (riding club members only), Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: clubs@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com (Pony club only), Two days, The Pony club Field, montague Farm, hankham, Pevensey, BN24 5BB. www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

29 June NPS area 20, Summer Show,

affiliated to NPS, PUK, BSPS, BSha, chaPS, Equifest, DPS & SPSBS, huge range of In hand and ridden qualifying classes for all types & breeds inc hOYS m& m Lr & Fr, South of England Showground, ardingly, West Sussex, www.npsarea20.co.uk

29 June royal Leisure ScOPE Qualifiers, Peace Love World adventurer & Pegasus Progressive, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk

30 June Eaglesfield, Unaffiliated Show

Unaffiliated Show Jumping & Showing, Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Wimbledon common, Wimbledon, Fund raising Event, Telephone: 020 8946 8579 Email: admin@wvstables, www.wvstables.com

23 June hall Place Equestrian centre, cross country, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

23 June mid Surrey Branch of the Pony

www.pcuk.org

go to Mid Surrey Branch VENUE:

Jumping Series, with crickland & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, classes for all from cross pole to opens, Everyone welcome, friendly fun jumping events for all ages and albilities. Eaglesfield Equestrian centre, West Yoke, ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7hT (near New ash Green, please contact for directions), contact: Jean clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.show@ btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net

30 June East Sussex Pony club, Tetrathlon (Pony club only), Two days, The Pony club Field, montague Farm, hankham, Pevensey, BN24 5BB. www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

club, Open 12 Years and Under Show.

Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

17th March

7th April

Eventer’s Challenge 1’6” to 3’ commencing 9.30am. Sec. Mrs. Ruth Hunt, Mayfield, Forest Drive, Kingswood, Surrey, KT20 6LN. Tel: 01737 832481. davehunt@cannongardens.co.uk. (£30 1st prize)

21st April

Cross Country Event. (incorporating cross country phase of tetrathlon 1’6” to 2’6”). commencing 9.30am. Sec: Mrs. Sue Sainsbury, 98 Epsom Lane South, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5TB. 01737 819985.

28th April

Tetrathlon Junior/Mini/Mini Mini/Tri Sec: Mrs Annabel Brown, Kingswood Kennels, Pigeonhouse Lane, Mugswell, Chipstead, Surrey, CR5 3SP. Tel: 01737 832966. jt@superpet.freeserve.co.uk.

5th May

Novice Show. commencing 9am. Mrs Jo Long, The Beech House, 6 Park Lane, Ashtead, Surrey, KT21 1DW. 01372 277998. jo@sixparklane.co.uk.

12th May

Team Show Jumping. Eclipse, Bullock Cup and Hickstead Qualifier. Commencing 9.30am. Sec. Mrs. Vicki Delasalle, 61 Lonesome Lane, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 7QT Tel: 07713245569. vdelasalle@aol.com.

26th May

Open Horse and Pony Show. commencing 9am Sec. Ms. Laura Poole, 53 Merland Rise, Epsom Downs, Surrey, KT18 5RN. 01737 832378.

9th June

Eventing Level 2, 3, 4. (2’3” to 3’3”). Teams and Individual Open to all commencing 10am. Secretary Mrs. Sally Bluck, Churchmead, Breech Lane, Walton on the Hill, Surrey KT20 7SQ. 01737 812546. home@ashleyforms.co.uk

23rd June

Open 12 Years and Under Show. Commencing 9am Sec. Mrs. Jo Church, Woodview, 65 Byron Avenue, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 2JS. Tel: 020 8668 1274 jo.church@btinternet.com.

Show, Essex, www.ramsdenridingclub.co.uk Events, Tom moon contracts horse Trials, One Day Event (L4 to L1) to include a Pony club Young horse Qualifier, Wivelsden Farm, www.branches.pcuk.org /southdowneast

23 June Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Blue Barn Ec Equestrian centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

23 June Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show Jumping, cobham manor E c (run by SmP Events), Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

26 June Bedgebury Park, British Show Jumping clinic with Judi Piper, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires Telephone: 07850 514717 Email: judi@starnash. co.uk, www.bedgeburypark.com

26 June Francis Whittington Training clinics, Show Jumping, heathfield Stables, Spout hill, rotherfield, crowborough, East Sussex, TN6 3QX. Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk

27 June Squirrells riding School, Dressage Shows, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

Ashford Valley Hunt Pony Club

OPEN ONE DAY EVENT Pony Club and Open Classes from 75cm to 100cm (levels 2 – 4)

17th August Companion Dog Show and Lurcher Show Sec. Mrs Pip Buswell, 01737 762282 pip.buswell@gmail.com 8th Sept

Eventer’s Challenge 1’6” to 3’ commencing 9.30am Sec. Mrs. Vicki Delasalle, 61 Lonesome Lane, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 7QT vdelasalle@aol.com Tel: 07713245569 (£30 1st prize)

29th Sept & 13th Oct

Hunter Trials.1’6” to 3’ Schooling Rounds and enclosed CRJ Commencing 9.30am. Sec. Mrs. Vicky Sticka Mogador Point, Margery Grove, Lower Kingswood, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 7ET Tel. 01737 244853

Sunday 25th August 2013 Bonfleur XC course, Linton

Please visit the link for a schedule. http://branches.pcuk.org/ ashford/avh-eventing/ode/ All enquiries to 07778 771063

Cross Country Event 1’6” 1’9”. 2’. 2’3” 2’6” and enclosed CRJ. commencing 9.30am. Sec. Mrs Sue Roberts, 20 Tower Road, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5QY. 01737 812537. mobile on day 0759 5434361

30th March Mounted Games Competition Commencing 10am. Sec. Mrs. Clare Chaney, 28 Crakell Road, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 7DS. 01737 277933. mobile 07973 512050.

23 June ramsden riding club, Showing 23 June Southdown East Pony club Open

PONY CLUB FIELD (PCF), HURST ROAD, WALTON ON THE HILL, SURREY, KT20 5BN (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED). The cross country course and show jumps are available for hire individually or groups. Contact Gina for details.

10th March The Vale Gallop (all terrain running races 10k, 4k, 1k). commencing 10am. Secretary Mrs. Hazel Imeson www.thevalegallop.co.uk

30 June chipstead riding club,

22 June Speedgate, Unaffiliated

22 June Wimbledon Village Fair,

Contact Gina Kitchener for more details gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk 01737 644255.

Mobile on day 07711 062093 Schedules can be downloaded from our website:

29 June East Sussex Pony club, Tetrathlon

Dressage area Qualifier. Bookham rc Field, river Lane, Leatherhead, Surrey. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

EVENTS 2013

Showjumping, Bedgebury Park, Lady Oak Lane, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 2Sh, Enquires email: competitions@bedgeburypark. com, www.bedgeburypark.com

clinic, Essex, www.ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

22 June ramsden riding club, Showing

MID SURREY BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB

27th October Hunter Trials 1’6” 1’9”. 2’. 2’3” 2’6/2’9” and enclosed CRJ. Commencing 9.30am. Sec. Tbc. 1st Dec

Fun Ride at Highlands Farm Headley Road, Leatherhead, KT22 8QE. Secretary:Mrs.SueArnold.01737812064.76SandlandsRoad,Waltononthe Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 7XA. march 2013 Localrider 85

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SUMMER SHOW • 29th June 2013 South of England Showground, Ardingly Affiliated to NPS, PUK, BSPS, BSHA, CHAPS, Equifest, DPS & SPSBS Huge range of in hand and ridden qualifying classes for all types & breeds including HOYS M & M LR & FR

HORSE SHOW STARTS 8.30am Show jumping and showing for all heights and ages DOG SHOW • CLASSIC CARS MANY OTHER ATTRACTIONS

A5 sae for schedules please from: Mrs J Godden, Moor Hall Farm, Moor Hall Drive, Ninfield, Battle, Sussex TN33 9JT Or download from www.npsarea20.co.uk

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Tel: 01892 722273 Info & pictures on website

30 June P J Events, Showing, Working hunters, Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Dover, Kent, cT15 5BQ, Telephone: 07747 746407, www.pjeventsshows.moonfruit.co.uk

30 June Speedgate, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, a variety of classes from clear round to Open. all classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

30 June Vicarage Farm, Unaffiliated Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

1 July Speedgate, andrew Day clinics.

LONDON HARNESS HORSE PARADE

MATFIELD, Nr TUNBRIDGE WELLS TN12 7ET

Over 70 jumps: 60cm – 1.15m

club, Open Unaffiliated combined Training Dressage and Showjumping, hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU5 9TD Tel: 01483 205049 Lesley Selway www.newlandscorner.org

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Visit www.lhhp.co.uk Tel: 01737 646132

www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.com

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk

3 July Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and Show Jumping classes, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

6 July Bridge house Events at Bramble hill, cross country, and Show Jumping clinics, Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@ hugnhold.co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

6 July royal Leisure ScOPE Qualifiers, The Katherine James 1m Novice & the 1.15m members cup, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk

6 July Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Showing, & Show Jumping, Eastlands Farm (run by horsham & District rc), West Sussex, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

7 July hall Place Equestrian centre, Eventers challenge, Short Form One Day Event (Dressage, Show Jumping, & cross country), Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

Show Dates

7 July Petley Wood Equestrian centre,

Spring Show

Sunday 28th April 2013 MERRIST WOOD CAMPUS INDOOR ARENA QUALIFIERS; HOYS, CHERIF, BACS, CRABBET, CHAPS, MIDLAND YR Send an A5 SAE to: Mrs D Gambrill, 20 Lovelace Court, Bethersden, Ashford, Kent TN26 3AY

Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian. co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk

7 July South Eastern arabian horse Group, Summer EcahO ‘c’ Show, Qualifiers BacS, chErIF, craBBET, P(UK), Equifest, mINLaND Yr, all England Jumping course hickstead. www.seahg.co.uk

Sunday 7th JULY 2013 ALL ENGLAND JUMPING COURSE HICKSTEAD QUALIFIERS; BACS, CHERIF, CRABBET, P(UK), EQUIFEST, MIDLAND YR Send an A5 SAE to: Ms E Welsford 45 Foulser Road, Upper Tooting, London SW17 8UE

14 July Sevenoaks riding club, Le Trec, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

14 July Southdown East Pony club Open

Events, cDmS (Sussex) horse Trial, One Day Event (L3 to Dinky) to include a Pony club Young horse Qualifier, Wivelsden Farm, www.branches.pcuk.org /southdowneast

14 July Speedgate, Unaffiliated

Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

14 July Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show

Jumping, cobham manor E c (run by SmP Events), Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

14 July Vicarage Farm, Unaffiliated

Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

15 July hall Place Equestrian centre, Dressage, inc UK riders regional Finals, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

16 June rother Valley riding club,

Novice ODE Sandhole Farm, Westfield, Nr hastings, Kent, www.rvrc.org.uk

17-21 July Bodiam International arena, Garden of England International Show aQha/Nrha/FEI/Br, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@ sterlingquarterhorse.com, www. gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk 20 July rother Valley riding club, Friends of Freddie, Brightling Park, robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5hh, www.rvrc.org.uk

20 July Speedgate, affiliated Dressage

Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

21 July americam Pleasure Star of

London Show, combining excitement of the american and Foreign Breed classes with traditional English show classes. Showing, outdoors, Pachesham Equestrian centre, Leatherhead, Surrey, Email: lynnusauk@ aol.com, www.wix.com/lynnusauk/aphs

21 July Bramble hill Events at Bramble

21 July chipstead riding club, Dressage,

The Katherine James 1m Novice & the 1.15m members cup, royal Leisure centre, horn Lane, henfield, BN5 9Sa, Telephone: 01273 493864, Email: royalleisure@ hotmail.co.uk, www.royalleisure.co.uk

9 July Sevenoaks riding club, Evening Dressage, and Showjumping, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

13 July Bridge house Events at

photo Emma Maxwell - designed by www.arabianhorsepromo.com

centre, Summer Open Show (Showing, Unaffiliated Dressage and Show Jumping), Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

7 July royal Leisure ScOPE Qualifiers,

Training, all classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

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14 July Great Bookham Equestrian

Show Jumping, Essex, www. ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

7 July Speedgate, Unaffiliated combined

**ALL SCHEDULES CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM THE WEBSITE**

2x Prelim and Novice & Elementary, cricklands Qualifiers, Warrigal Farm, Bean, Kent, Da2 8Eh, Telephone: Flair Sifleet 07957 765964, www.fsevents.co.uk

hill, Showing Show, Qualifiers for Balanced horse Feeds, Equifest, Sunshine Tour & amateur Showing Society. Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

7 July ramsden riding club,

SUMMER ECAHO ‘C’ SHOW

14 July F.S. Events, Walk & Trot,

Bramble hill, cross country, and Show Jumping clinics, Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

14 July chipstead riding club, Full Summer Show, Pachesham Equestrian centre, randalls road, Leatherhead, Surrey. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

Diamond centre, carshalton, Surrey. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

21 July East Sussex Pony club,

Summer Show, Open to all. classes for everyone, The Pony club Field, montague Farm, hankham, Pevensey, BN24 5BB. www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

21 July hall Place Equestrian centre,

mini cross country, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

21 July Newlands corner riding club,

Open Unaffiliated Showjumping and Showing Show, hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU5 9TD Tel: 01483 205049 Lesley Selway www.newlandscorner.org

23 July romney marsh Branch of the Pony club, One Day Event: Levels 3, 4, & 5, Telelephone: 01892 824754. http:/ branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/

23 July Sunshine Tour Qualifier,

Dressage, Blue Barn Ec Equestrian centre, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

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24 July Great Bookham Equestrian

28 July Speedgate, Unaffiliated Show

25 July to 28 July Adult Summer

28 July Vicarage Farm, Unaffiliated

Centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and Clear Round Jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

Jumping, a variety of classes from Clear Round to Open. All classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

Camp. Enjoy 4 fun packed days with your horse. Plumpton College, Sussex.

Telephone: 07828 631542, Email: amanda.hamley@btinternet.com

Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, Halliford Road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

26 July Hall Place Equestrian Centre,

29 July Hall Place Equestrian Centre, Mini

Show Jumping, inc, CT Rider Summer Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham Hill, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

26 July Squirrells Riding School, Show

Jumping Shows, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for Cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

27 July Bridge House Events at

Bramble Hill, Cross Country, and Show Jumping Clinics, Bramble Hill Farm, Five Oaks Road, Slinfold, West Sussex, RH13 0RL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

27 July Ramsden Riding Club,

Clear Round Dressage, Essex, www. ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

28 July Eaglesfield, Unaffiliated Show

Jumping Series, with Crickland & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Classes for All from cross pole to opens, Everyone welcome, friendly fun jumping events for all ages and albilities. Eaglesfield Equestrian Centre, West Yoke, Ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7HT (near New Ash Green, please contact for directions), Contact: Jean Clark, Telephone: 07958 650036 Email: eaglesfield.show@ btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net

28 July Great Bookham Equestrian

Centre, Veteran horse Society Regional, Show Jumping and Showing, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

28 July Moat View Riding Club

Open Show, Showing, Dressage and Showlumping qualifiers for the British Show Horse Grass Roots Championship, Equifest, BSPA, 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

28 July P J Events, Showing, Working

Hunters, Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Dover, Kent, CT15 5BQ, Telephone: 07747 746407, www.pjeventsshows.moonfruit.co.uk

28 July Ramsden Riding Club, Dressage

Show, Essex, www.ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

28 July Sevenoaks Riding Club,

Dressage test and re-test, Grassroots Showjumping, Redlands, Sevenoaks, M.McDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

Eventer Challenge, Sulham Hill, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

29 July Speedgate, Andrew Day Clinics.

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Telephone: Kim Atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk

august 2013 1 August Sevenoaks Riding Club, Evening

Dressage, and Showjumping, Redlands, Sevenoaks, M.McDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

3 August Cranleigh Show, NEW DATE. 67th Annual Show. Equestrian Classes, inc BSJA and Unaffiliated Jumping, Donkeys, Private Driving, Trade Turnouts, Heavy Horses, CHAPS, Ridden and Working Hunters, WHP, Cobs, Riding Horses, Competition Horses, M&M Ridden and In Hand, P(UK) Qualifiers, BSPS Bright Stars, Farming, and Livestock, Cranleigh Showground, Brookhurst Road, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 7DW. Email: info@cranleighshow. org.uk, www.cranleighshow.org.uk 3 August Chilham Park, British Eventing International event. (Two days), Chilham Park, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk 3 August Speedgate, Unaffiliated

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

4 August Bridge House Events at Bramble Hill, Versatile Trec. Bramble Hill Farm, Five Oaks Road, Slinfold, West Sussex, RH13 0RL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk 4 August Chilham Park, British

Eventing International event. (Two days), Chilham Park, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk

4 August Highstead Riding Centre, Summer Show, Showing, Highstead Riding Centre, indoors, Highstead, Chislet, Nr. Canterbury, Kent, CT3 4LX, Email: lynnusauk@aol.com 4 August Petley Wood Equestrian Centre, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian Centre, Petley Farm, Marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0RE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian. co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 5 August Hall Place Equestrian

Centre, Dressage to Music, CT Rider Summer Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, Sulham Hill, Tilehurst, Reading, Berkshire, RG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

WARREN BARN EVENTS

WOLDINGHAM SURREY CR3 7HN

Monday April 1st (Easter Monday) April Fools Pleasure ride Sunday May 19th Mixed Mountain & Moorland Show Affiliated to The National Pony Society and Equifest Qualifier Sunday June 2nd Summer Showing Show With Equifest 2013 and BSPS Bright Stars qualifiers WE ARE OUTSIDE OF THE LEZ ZONE FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND DOWNLOADABLE SCHEDULES Please go to our News and Events pages at www.churchfarmservices.co.uk or call our enquiry line 01883 650244

Royal Leisure Centre HORN LANE, HENFIELD, W.SUSSEX, BN5 9SA.

TEL: 01273 493864 - 07754 189054 Web: www.royalleisure.co.uk SENIOR AFFILIATED BRITISH SHOWJUMPING SHOWS on the following dates with the following categories: Tuesdays - Advanced/Progressive - February 5th,12th, 19th, 26th March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th including National 1.30ms Intro/Amateur- Sundays February Sun 3rd & 24th, March 10th, 24th, 31st Progressive - Saturday February 9th, Sundays 17th Feb & March 3rd.

Advanced/Progressive - Sundays March 17th Pony Affiliated Saturday 19th January, March 2nd & 23rd Un-Affiliated In-Hand & Ridden Showing Show On Friday 22nd Feb & Bank Holiday Easter Monday 1st April Eventers Challenge Sat 23rd Feb, Sat 30th March Un-Affiliated Showjumping with Cricklands Qualifiers run on Sat 30th March, Sat 27th April More Dates To Be Confirmed SCOPE QUALIFIERS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: The Primary Handicap and the Tiny Tots on 2nd March Mandy Hall Members Cup on the 23rd March the Autostop Adventurer on 14th April Peace Love World Adventurer And Pegasus Progressive on the 29th June The Katherine James 1m Novice and the 1.15m Members Cup on 6th & 7th July

ROMNEY MARSH

BRANCH of THE PONY CLUB

2013 9th April Open Combined Training 26th May Open Show (21 years and under) 1st June - Tetrathlon 23rd July ODE Levels 3, 4 & 5 24th August - Tetrathlon 25th August ODE Levels 1, 2 & 3 20th October - Open Hunter Trial For details and schedules: http://branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/ Or SAE for schedule (please state which) to: Mrs. Carol Sommerville, 2, Horse Pasture Cottages, Little Hawkwell Farm, Pembury, Kent TN2 4AQ. 01892 824 754 march 2013 Localrider 87

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Schedules from:- www.bdwp.co.uk/aallen, www.tweseldown.co.uk, All year round schooling. Tel: 07887 728603 All enquiries: 01483 767336

7 August Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and clear round Jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info 10 August Bridge house Events at Bramble hill, cross country, and Show Jumping clinics, Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk 10 August Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, BS area 44, adult & Junior affiliated, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@ btinternet.com www.vicaragefarm.com 11 August The charity horse, hunters race, Lavant, Nr chichester, PO19 5UD. Email: info@charityhorseshow. co.uk, www.charityhorseshow.co.uk 11 August hall Place Equestrian centre, cross country, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com 11 August Sevenoaks riding club, One Day Event, Lodge Farm, matfield, Kent, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk 11 August Speedgate, Open Showing Show. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk 11 August Vicarage Farm, British Show Jumping, BS area 44, adult & Junior affiliated, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@ btinternet.com www.vicaragefarm.com 16 August hall Place Equestrian centre, In house Show, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com 16 August Squirrells riding School, Fun Show, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 17 August Bridge house Events at

Bramble hill, cross country, and Show Jumping clinics, Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

17 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, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www.pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch 17 August rye Show, Show Jumping, and Showing, classes for all heights and ages.

Dog Show, classic cars, and many other attractions. (Show in aid of rye’s hospital.)

Lea Farm, rye Foreign, TN31 7ST, Telephone: 07788 485674, Email: fundraising@ ryehospital.org.uk, www.ryehospital.org.uk 17 August Speedgate, affiliated

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Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

17 August Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, Sparsholt college, hampshire, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

A friendly, knowledgeable and professional service capturing the atmosphere at your event and providing competitors with high quality images, printed on site to take home on the day. We are also available to visit your yard or home to create beautiful, photographic portraits of you with your horse and family pets.

18 August chipstead riding club, Dressage, Diamond centre, carshalton, Surrey. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

For further information please contact Sue @ sue.bee@talktalk.net or Joe on 07976 521126 Visit our website www.jsbeephotography.com

18 August Newlands corner riding club, Open Unaffiliated Showjumping Show, hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU5 9TD Tel: 01483 205049 Lesley Selway www.newlandscorner.org

18 August Great chart happy hack, an 8 mile hack around Kent countryside in aid of Kent air ambulance, court Lodge Farm, Great chart, Kent, TN23 3aY, Telephone: 01233 329824. Email: dianehogben@ sky.com, www.happyhack.co.uk

18 August Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Show

Jumping, cobham manor E c (run by SmP Events), Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk

18 August Vicarage Farm, Unaffiliated Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com 21 August Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Dressage afternoon / evening and Show Jumping classes, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info 21 August Southern horse Trials championships Qualifier, Unaffiliated horse Trials, Pre Intro (80cms), Intro (90cms), Pre Novice (1m), Tweseldown racecourse, Bourley road, church crookham, Fleet, hampshire, GU52 8DY, all enquiries: 01483 767336, www.bdwp. co.uk/aallen, www.tweseldown.co.uk 22 August Southern horse Trials championships Qualifier, Unaffiliated horse Trials, Pre Intro (80cms), Intro (90cms), Pre Novice (1m), Tweseldown racecourse, Bourley road, church crookham, Fleet, hampshire, GU52 8DY, all enquiries: 01483 767336, www.bdwp. co.uk/aallen, www.tweseldown.co.uk 24 and 25 august Iberian Performance Show, Over 20 classes for pure and partbred Spanish horses, Lustanos, & Lipizzaners, inc displays by UK & foreign riders, merrist Wood college, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Telephone: 07787 147782. www.iberianperformanceshow.co.uk 24 August romney marsh Branch of the Pony club, Tetrathlon.

Telelephone: 01892 824754. http:/ branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/ 25 August ashford Valley hunt Pony club, Open One Day Event, Pony club and Open classes 75cm to 100cm (levels 2-4), Bonfleur Xc course, Linton, Enquires telephone: 07778 771063, http://branches. pcuk.org/ashford/avh-eventing/ode/ 25 August Newlands corner riding club, Open Unaffiliated Dressage and Showing Show, hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey GU5 9TD Tel: 01483 205049 Lesley Selway www.newlandscorner.org 25 August romney marsh Branch of the Pony club, One Day Event: Levels 1, 2 & 3. Telelephone: 01892 824754. http:/ branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/ 25 August Speedgate, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, a variety of classes from clear round to Open. all classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces.

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk 25 August Squirrells riding School, Dressage Shows, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 25 August Sunshine Tour Qualifier, Dressage, arrow rDa centre - run by SmP Events, Kent, www.sunshinetour.co.uk 26 August hall Place Equestrian centre, annual Show Jumping, inc cT rider Summer Qualifiers, & Sunshine Tour Qualifiers, and Fun Dog Show. Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com 26 August Southdown East Pony club Open Events, Turton Open hunter Trial, Wivelsden Farm, www. branches.pcuk.org /southdowneast 26 August Speedgate, andrew Day clinics. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk

sePteMBeR 2013 1 September Bridge house Events at Bramble hill, Eventers challenge. Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

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For schedule see: www.horseshowsuk.info or send SAE to: Mrs J Williams, Collingham, 85 Hastings Road, Pembury, Kent TN2 4JS.

For a FREE, tailored nutritional consultation for your horse, 01892 823 590 & 07739 965 943 (before 8pm) visit our website and complete our Feed Advice form.

1 September Great Bookham Equestrian

centre, autumn Open Show (Showing, Unaffiliated Dressage Show Jumping), Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

1 September moat View riding club, Dressage Series, Trenley Park, Stodmarsh road, Fordwich canterbury, Kent, cT3 4ar, Telephone: Jo cocker 07751 238204, Email: jo@mountviewrc. co.uk, www.moatviewrc.co.uk 1 September molash charity ride,

Telephone: 01233 740598, www.molash.com

1 September Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian.co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk 1 September P J Events, Showing, Working hunters, Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Dover, Kent, cT15 5BQ, Telephone: 07747 746407, www. pjeventsshows.moonfruit.co.uk

9 September Speedgate, affiliated

Dressage Series, inc Pet Plan area Festival, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

15 September Bridge house Events

at Bramble hill, annual Show. Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

15 September chilham Park, hunter Trials, chilham Park, Nr canterbury, Kent, cT4 8DB Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk

15 September chipstead riding

club, hunter Trial, cross country, East Bysshe Farm, Blindley heath, Surrey. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

15 September Sevenoaks riding

club, annual Show, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

2 September hall Place Equestrian centre, Dressage, inc UK riders challenge Qualifiers, cT rider Summer Qualifiers, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

15 September Vicarage Farm,

3 September Francis Whittington, cross country clinic with Francis Whittington,Groups from BE90 upwards, Firle Place, Lewes Sussex, Telephone: 07595 979372 Email: training@whittingtoneventing. co.uk, www.whittingtoneventing.co.uk

21 September Great Bookham

7 September Speedgate, affiliated Dressage Series, inc Pet Plan area Festival, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

22 September Dartford & District

8 September chipstead riding club, Dressage, Diamond centre, carshalton, Surrey. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

22 September Great Bookham

8 September ramsden riding

club, Showing Show, Essex, www. ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

8 September Speedgate, affiliated

Dressage Series, inc Pet Plan area Festival, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

SPRING HUNTER TRIAL SUNDAY 30th14th AUGUST 2009 Sunday April

Redlands, Sevenoaks.

AM: FOH AREA 10 Q 2 Junior & 2 Senior classes Check out the website www.rideforafrica.org.uk PM: Novice Course Great prizes for those raising the most sponsor money

This 10 mile route starting in Fairlight near Hastings is normally inaccessible to the general public and takes participants over some of the most picturesque countryside around so come on give your self a special treat and support a really worthwhile charity that does as it says and transforms peoples lives.

FOR ENTRIES SEND SAE to: Tim Jury, Freshwinds, Pickham Farm, Guestling, Hastings TN35 4HX Telephone: 01424 813620 Email: timjury@onetel.com for schedule and sponsor forms by reply ENTriEs ClosE 25TH AuGusT

Info: M. McDonnell Tel: 01293 512985

club Open Events, Late Summer Open hunter Trial, Wivelsden Farm, www. branches.pcuk.org /southdowneast

15 September Speedgate, Unaffiliated

Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk Unaffiliated Showing, Jumping, Dressage, Vicarage Farm, halliford road, Sunbury on Thames TW16 6DW, Telephone: 01932 765145 Email: vic.farm@btinternet. com www.vicaragefarm.com

Equestrian centre, Sunshine Small Tour championships, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info riding club, autumn Show, Warrigal Farm, Sandy Banks hill, Bean, Nr Dartford, Kent, Da2 8Eh. Telephone: 07957 765964 www. dartfordanddistrictridingclub.co.uk Equestrian centre, Sunshine Tour Grand championships, Great Bookham Equestrian centre, Dorking road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Telephone: 01372 451458 Email: shows@gbec.info www.gbec.info

22 September rother Valley riding

club, combined Training, Sandhole Farm, Westfield, Nr. hastings, www.rvrc.org.uk

28 September ramsden riding

club, Fun & Presentation afternoon, Essex, www.ramsdenridingclub.co.uk

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CHIPSTEAD RIDING CLUB THE most exciting SUMMER 2009 EVENTS unaffiliated

7 July TWR Jumping at twridingclu

MAY 17TH SPRING SHOW (INC BALANCED HORSE FEEDS CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIERS & OTHER AFFILIATED CLASSES)

JULY 12TH SUMMER SHOW (INC BALANCED HORSE FEEDS CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIERS & OTHER AFFILIATED CLASSES)

AUG 16TH EVENTERS

CHALLENGE championship 6TH AUTUMN in theSEPT South-East SHOW (INC BALANCED

MAY 31ST Dressage NOVICE SHOW

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AUG 2ND from Intro to NOVICE SHOW Show Jumping from 1’9” to 3’3” EVENING DRESSAGE MAY 28TH, JUNE25TH, JULY 23RD Showing In-Hand, Ridden, Junior & Senior Download schedules from end of March www.chipsteadridingclub.org.uk

0r A5 SAE to Jackie Russell, 32 Chartwell Place, Cheam, Surrey SM3 9TD

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23 Sepember Speedgate, andrew Day

clinics. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk

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15 September Southdown East Pony

8 September mid Surrey Branch of the Pony club, Eventers challenge 1’6” to 3’. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

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8 September East Sussex Pony club, hunter Trials Open to all, mini-mini, mini and novice up to 90cm,The Pony club Field, montague Farm, hankham, Pevensey, BN24 5BB. www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

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or email admin@wvstables.com Wimbledon Village Stables, 24 a/b High Street, Wimbledon, SW19 5DX Tel: 020 8946 8579

WIMBLeDOn POnY CLuB OPEN ShOW saturday 4th May 2013 PACHESHAM EQUESTRIAN CENTRE, RANDALLS RD, LEATHERHEAD, SURREY, KT22 0AL Qualifying classes for sunshine tour, Balanced Horse Feeds, BsPa, taRRa and ssa (side saddle assoc) SAE FOR SCHEDULES TO: Mrs Anna Banting, 74 Cranbrook Drive, Esher, Surrey KT10 8DP. Phone 07764 149737 or download from Wimbledon Branch homepage at www.wimbledonpc.co.uk

28 September Southern horse Trials

Dressage Shows, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@ sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

28-29 September Bodiam International arena, British reining championship Show, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse.com, www.gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

7 October hall Place Equestrian

29 September chilham Park combined Training / Eventers challenge, chilham Park, Nr canterbury, Kent, cT4 8DB Telephone: 01227 730811 www.chilhampark.co.uk

29 September mid Surrey Branch

The Surrey Spring Show in aid of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and St. Catherine’s Hospice

9th June 2013 at Felbridge Showground Classes include: Ridden and in-hand Showing, Working Hunter, Show Jumping, Bareback Jumping, Chase Me Charlie, Gymkhana and Clear Round as well as Championship classes.

Hog Roast and bar. Last year’s show raised £17,000 for charity!

Photography by DB Images. Show Sec: Surrey Spring Show, Haylands Farm, Godstone Road, Lingfield, Surrey RH7 6BT. Schedule and Entry form can be found on:

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LORD LECONFIELD BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB

1 June 2013 - Junior Show (14 & under), Tismans Common 26 October 2013 - Dressage & Dengie Qualifier, Sands Farm EC 28 & 29 October 2013 - Indoor SJ & Dengie Qualifier, Sands Farm EC www.pcuk/org/lordleconfield or SEPARATE SAE FOR EACH with event marked on front of envelope to:

Mrs J Waples, Clovermead, Lyons Road, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 0QS

ROTHER VALLEY RIDING CLUB OPEN EVENTS 2013: SPRING HUNTER TRIAL Sun 19th May - Bull Farm Cranbrook NOVICE ODE Sun 16th June - Sandhole Farm, Westfield FRIENDS OF FREDDIE HORSE TRIALS Sat 20th July - Brightling Park COMBINED TRAINING Sun 22nd September - Sandhole Farm, Westfield

To download schedules, or for up to date information or membership details see www.rvrc.org.uk

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07747 746407 For information

6 October Squirrells riding School,

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of the Pony club, hunter Trials 1’6” to 3’ Schooling rounds and enclosed crJ. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

29 September Southdown East Pony club Open Events, mini Open horse Trials, Wivelsden Farm, www. branches.pcuk.org /southdowneast

29 September Southern horse Trials championships Qualifier, Unaffiliated horse Trials championships, Pre Intro (80cms), Intro (90cms), Pre Novice (1m), Tweseldown racecourse, Bourley road, church crookham, Fleet, hampshire, GU52 8DY, all enquiries: 01483 767336, www. bdwp.co.uk/aallen, www.tweseldown.co.uk

29 September Speedgate, Unaffiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

OCtOBeR 2013 5 October Speedgate, affiliated Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

6 October Bridge house Events at Bramble hill, hunter Trial. Bramble hill Farm, Five Oaks road, Slinfold, West Sussex, rh13 0rL. Email: lynne@hugnhold. co.uk, www.bramblehillfarm.co.uk

6 October Petley Wood Equestrian centre,

centre, Dressage, Sulham hill, Tilehurst, reading, Berkshire, rG31 5UB, Telephone: 0118 9426938 www.hall-place.com

13 October mid Surrey Branch of

the Pony club, hunter Trials 1’6” to 3’ Schooling rounds and enclosed crJ. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www. pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

13 October Sevenoaks riding

club, autumn hunter Trials, redlands, Sevenoaks, m.mcDonnell Telephone: 01293 512985 www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

13 October Speedgate, Unaffiliated

combined Training, all classes & warmup are held on rubber surfaces. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

19 October Speedgate, Unaffiliated

Dressage Series, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

20 October chipstead riding club, Show

Jumping, Felbridge Showground, Felbridge, West Sussex. www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk

20 October romney marsh Branch of the Pony club, Open hunter Trial, Telelephone: 01892 824754. http:/ branches.pcuk.org/romneymarsh/

20 October Squirrells riding School, Fun Show, shows open to everyone, compete on your own horse/pony or use one of ours, Qualifiers for cricklands & Sunshine Tour, Squirrells riding School, common road, Bluebell hill, mE5 9rG, Telephone: 07713 323968, Email: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk

21 October Speedgate, andrew Day

clinics. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Telephone:Kim atkinson 07834 170830, www.speedgate.co.uk

26 October Lord Leconfield Branch

of the Pony club, Dressage & Dengie Qualifier, Sands Farm Equestrian centre, West Sussex www.pcuk.org/lordleconfield

Unaffiliated Show Jumping, (1st Sunday of every month), Petley Wood Equestrian centre, Petley Farm, marley Lane, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0rE. Telephone: 01424 871677, email: info@petleywoodequestrian. co.uk, www.petleywoodequestrian.co.uk

27 October Bodiam International

6 October Speedgate, End of Season

27 October mid Surrey Branch of the Pony

Showing Show. Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@ speedgate.co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

Southdown East Pony Club

oPen eVents 2013

All to be held at Wivelsden Farm sunday, May 19th PABX Solutions Open Hunter Trial saturday, June 1st Traditional Branch Show sunday, June 23rd Tom Moon Contracts Horse Trial sunday, July 14th CDMS (Sussex) Horse Trial Monday, august 26th Turton Open Hunter Trial sunday, september 15th Late Summer Hunter Trial sunday, september 29th Mini Horse Trials Send a SAE for schedule to M Nichols 58 Blackthorns, Haywards Heath RH16 2AY or visit our website:

branches.pcuk.org/southdowneast

arena, Unaffiliated Dressage, court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Telephone: 01580 830710, Email: office@sterlingquarterhorse.com, www. gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk

club, hunter Trials 1’6”, 1’9”, 2’, 2’3”, 2’6”, 2’9” and enclosed crJ. Pony club Field, hurst road, Walton on the hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Telephone: Gina Kitchener 01737 644255, Email: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, www.pcuk.org – go to mid Surrey Branch

27 October Speedgate, Unaffiliated

Show Jumping, a variety of classes from clear round to Open. all classes & warm-up are held on rubber surfaces.

Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, Da3 8NJ. Email: events@speedgate. co.uk www.speedgate.co.uk

28 October hall Place Equestrian

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28 October Lord Leconfield Branch of the Pony club, Indoor Show Jumping & Dengie Qualifier, Sands Farm Equestrian centre, West Sussex www.pcuk.org/lordleconfield

29 October Lord Leconfield Branch of the Pony club, Indoor Show Jumping & Dengie Qualifier, Sands Farm Equestrian centre, West Sussex www.pcuk.org/lordleconfield

Enjoy the season ahead, and good luck from Localrider!

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FeeD MercHants sPr animal & Pet Feed centre. SAVE MONEY at the SPR CENTRE on horse feed and bedding! SPR’s own quality Mix and Cube is manufactured by a Major Horse Feed Company at a very competitive price.

Classified POM-VPS & NFA-VPS for horse and animal wormers. SAVE MONEY on a range of leading dog food. SPR open 7 days week 9am to 6pm Greenfields Farm Fontwell Avenue, Eastergate, Chichester, W. Sussex.

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Competition Horses Riding Club Horses Good Selection of Cobs and Ponies

FencinG n.B.Fencing services Specialists in deer, stock, equestrian fencing and gates.

Tel: 01474 814637 / 07710500790.

riDinG BOOt rePairs the riding Boot repair centre, Unit 17 Grays Farm Production Village, Grays Farm Road, St Pauls Cray, Kent. Complete refurbishment, re-fit and re-zipping, etc.

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ruBBer MattinG Professional matting, grooves and bobble top, for cheaper option:- good condition 2nd hand belting. Ideal for walls and stable floors. Fitting service available.

Tel. Mo Chapman 07768 834761

tacK sHOPs charity Farm country store. Everything for Horse and Rider. Pet feed & accessories.

Swattenden Lane, Cranbrook, Kent. 01580 713189 www.charityfarmcountrystore.co.uk. the tack room, Johns Cross, Robertsbridge, East Sussex. Tel: 01580 882255.

Everything for the horse and rider, including feed, bedding and wormers.

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