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Contents April/May 2017 EDITOR

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Cover: Isabelle Cook and Clover, clearing 1.40m at Brendon Stud Gate Jumping Show

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30 Features 18 Scotts stables at the heart of family life

Regulars 4 News

A Healthy start for Foals

Spotlight – Stewart Wright

Reducing the risk of Twins

Regional Roundup

Coakham Bloodhounds Meet

Eventing News

Adam Trew’s Guide to Improving your horse’s jump

Show Dates

Classifieds

Coping with nerves with Clare Chamberlayne

Coming Next Issue

Laminitis – the danger of spring grass

Horsey Other Half – Christopher Recardo

Tried & Tested – Lightweight Turnouts

Tried & Tested – Spring Clothing

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In the Spotlight: Point to Point Rider Stewart Wright

Tried & Tested: New Season’s Clothing

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Show Reports 14 Brendon Team Relay & Gate Jumping 44

Colette’s Half Term Show

BHS Showing Show

Endurance SE – Tilford Ride

Warming up for the Sunshine Tour

Dartford & District Riding Club Team Jumping

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s I sit at my desk the sun is shining and after a quick flick through the social media channels, I can see many familiar names out competing at the various outdoor shows and events taking place this spring. Social Media is a great way to stay in touch between issues and we love seeing what you have been up to. Localrider has active accounts across Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, so try and follow us if you can, so we can keep you posted with news, tips and competitions and remember to share your pictures with us too. Looking forward to spring, we have been testing some stunning clothing, as well as lightweight turnouts for this issue. Turn to page 37 to read more. In addition to riding wear, we also gear our spring clothing feature around ‘What to Wear to Badminton’. I hope you will agree that our brief has been met and we will certainly look smart whatever the weather this year.

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Talking of Badminton I found this wonderful picture in the Badminton archives, I can’t imagine a speedboat being allowed this year, but it looks enormous fun. Once again we have lots of riders from the South East qualified for the Mitsubishi Cup at both BE90 and BE100 level. As we went to print entries were still being accepted, but you can find a list of local combinations who have qualified on page 32. The four-star entries are available to view on the Badminton website and it was great to see a number of familiar names along with some first timers. My competitive side comes out in supporting local riders, whether it is at grassroots competitions or four-star events, I want them all to do well. I love watching them compete and I am looking forward to reporting from Badminton as well as lots of local events and competitions this year.

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It was a delight this month to interview our cover star, Isabelle Cook, who together with her 14.2hh pony, Clover, cleared 1.40m at the Brendon Stud Gate Jumping Show. 12-yearold Isabelle loves to hunt, jump and most of all event and when we spoke, she had just entered her first BE90 competition. As you will Pic – Kit Houghton/Badminton Horse Trials probably already know from previous columns, one of the best bits of this job is being able to follow the careers of young riders from their pony days right through to wherever it might take them. In the case of Gemma Tattersall it was Badminton, Europeans and then last year the Olympics, with this in mind I look forward to following Isabelle as she progresses with her riding and I am sure we will be seeing a lot more pictures of her in Localrider over the coming years. Before I sign off I just wanted to direct you to pages 34-35 where we have some fantastic prizes to be given away. Simply complete the entry form and return it to the office before the end of May. As always keep us posted with your news and results and have fun!

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NEWS Gallop down to Plumpton for an Easter Extravaganza!

lumpton Racecourse is a National Hunt course nestled at the foot of the South Downs in East Sussex. Being one of the smallest racecourses in the country, the spectator viewing is second to none and you are never far from the action. The Easter race meeting is held on Easter Sunday and Easter Monday, the 16th and 17th April, with gates opening at 12 noon on each day. Park up with a picnic and watch some great racing while the kids play on the fun fair, race on the derby horse hoppers or try out the climbing wall. As well as the family friendly activities, there are several hospitality options in the Paddock Restaurant, Plumpton Marquee or private suites. On course, there is plenty of hot and cold food, several bars and a pop up Pimms bar. The seven jump races on each day bring top jockeys, such champion jockey, Richard Johnson and previous Grand National winner, Leighton Aspell. Trainers such as Nicky Henderson can be seen arriving by helicopter to add to the thrill of the day. Plumpton is a privately-owned racecourse, giving it a friendly, yet professional atmosphere, without being too corporate, making it the perfect place for a get together with family and friends. If you can’t make the Easter weekend, put Ladies Day in the diary. Held on Sunday 14th May, it is the last fixture of the season. There are some amazing prizes for Best Dressed Lady, Most Dapper Gent and Best Dressed Boy and Girl. For all raceday, hospitality or non-racing events information, visit www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk or call the office on 01273 890383.

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The Equerry Bolesworth International Horse Show takes place from Wednesday 14th to Sunday 18th June at Bolesworth Castle, Cheshire. We have five pairs of tickets to giveaway for Friday 16th June. For your chance to win simply complete the entry form on page 34. The five days combine top-level dressage and show jumping competitions with great shopping, a host of thrilling water sports on the lake and fun family entertainment. You can be confident you’ll catch leading international riders, watch top class competition and see many spectacular performances, as well as experiencing fantastic entertainment. Watch the excitement unfold during the CSI**** International, held in the magnificent main arena complete with its very own moat. Enjoy the elegance of the dressage competitions drawing an international field including Carl Hester on the Wednesday afternoon and Thursday, and supported by the Berkeley Group or sit back and watch the heart-stopping Equitop Myoplast Puissance on the Friday night. Set in beautiful surrounds the show offers something for everyone with a demonstration from dressage maestro Carl to Grand Prix show jumping, the glamour of Ladies Day and the exciting Jockey’s Challenge. Get 40% off gate prices if you pre-book your tickets online. General admission tickets are available at a pre-sale price of just £12 for the Thursday and Friday, and £20 for Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Under-12s can enjoy free admission, while a season ticket is at a not-to-be-missed pre-sale price of £40. Tickets can be bought online at www.bolesworthinternational.com

Chocolate Tweed This stunning rich Chocolate Brown Tweed is brand new for the 2017 showing season from British equestrian fashion brand, Equetech. Available in five different garments and accessories ranging from a tailored riding jacket, in-hand jacket, waistcoat and headwear options, this new flattering tweed features a timeless combination of Navy and Canary over check to a thoroughly contemporary design and finish. The Marlow Deluxe Tweed Riding Jacket is styled in the exclusive tweed and features flap pockets with concealed zips, plus navy velvet inset collar and pocket jets and a rich gold Equetech jacquard lining for a flash of brilliance. Perfect to mix and match your look. Sizes: UK 8 up to 24 as standard. www.equetech.com

New Ariat Ambassador Event rider Nick Gauntlett has been a longstanding advocate of Ariat apparel and footwear and will now be representing the brand as an official ambassador. Bristol based Nick has competed at four-star level on numerous occasions, as well as being an integral member of the Nations Cup team in 2015. He recently received a Badminton Horse Trials Armada dish for five completions at the prestigious event, and was recently awarded the title of Fellow of the BHS. Nick has focused on breeding and producing quality event horses. His homebred stallion Party Trick was awarded SHBGB Champion Stallion in 2016, as well as being placed at the Burghley Young Event Horse Final. One of his proudest moments to date was seeing Chilli Morning, the stallion he produced to four-star level, win Badminton Horse Trials with fellow Ariat sponsored rider, William Fox-Pitt. “I have worn Ariat footwear and clothing for many years, it is unbeatable for comfort and performance,” says Nick. “I particularly favour the Skyline boots - they are the most comfortable footwear I have ever worn and are versatile enough to teach, walk the course and even wear to socialise. I am honoured to be part of the Ariat team and look forward to representing them this season and beyond.” www.ariat.com

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

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For more information and to keep up to date with all details of the campaign including the opportunity to purchase a range of merchandise visit www.herdofthehospice.co.uk You can also follow the Herd on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram at @thehospiceherd #Jointheherd To join the herd or if you are interested in any aspect of the herd including sponsoring a horse, please contact Emma on 01892 820542 or email emma.whittington@hospiceintheweald.org.uk

Argentinian Style Headcollars The Argentinian Style Headcollars by KM Elite Products are made from double and triple weave lined nylon for durability, with nickel clips and a solid nickel throat lash clip. The KM headcollar also has a wonderful soft padded head and nosepiece for optimum comfort for your horse. Matching leadropes and belts available. Available in the following sizes: Small (Pony), Medium (Cob), Large (Full) and in the following colorways: KM Elite Original, Navy/Blush, Navy/Sapphire, Black/Tartan. www.kmeliteproducts.co.uk

Bonfleur Cross-Country Course Bonfleur cross-country course opened at the beginning of March, since when more jumps have been added. These include two sets of skinnies at 60cm and 90cm, each two strides apart, and a large new corner. The new bank complex will be completed by the beginning of April with new cross-country fences going up around that as well as two wishing well skinnies. Local trainers including Anna Hilton, Alex Wyatt and Amber Barson give regular clinics at Bonfleur. Clinics are great a great way to build confidence and benefit from expert knowledge and tuition at the same time. All the details are on the Bonfleur website. Bonfleur is open seven days a week during daylight hours, it caters for everybody with courses ranging from 50cm to 110cm. www.bonfleurcrosscountrycourse.co.uk

Lycetts sponsors the 2017 Festival of Hunting After welcoming a crowd of over 6,000 hunting and countryside supporters to the 2016 event, the historic and prestigious Festival of Hunting, now in its 129th year, continues to go from strength to strength. Alongside the many for whom the festival remains a highlight of the summer social calendar, organisers were delighted to welcome many first-time attendees to last year’s festival to join the celebration of this unique and long-held tradition. Building on the success of the 2016 festival, the organisers of the Festival of Hunting are thrilled to announce that insurance and financial services group Lycetts will be the headline sponsor for the 2017 festival. This will be the second of their three year partnership with the festival which provides an annual showcase for the world of hunting and boasts the greatest gathering of hounds in the country. The 2017 Festival of Hunting takes place on Wednesday 19th July at the East of England Showground, Peterborough. The day includes the 129th Peterborough Royal Foxhound Show, inter-hunt relays and new for 2017; the inclusion of the Heavy Horses to the showing section. As ever the festival will play host to a vibrant variety of showing classes and the In Hand and Ridden Equine classes will return with qualifiers for the Horse of the Year Show in many categories. Harriers, Beagles, Basset Hounds, Draghounds, Bloodhounds and Terriers will be competing as well as displays of fell hounds and coursing dogs. The Festival of Hunting is a great opportunity for those in the hunting community to renew old acquaintances and visit some of the specialist exhibitors; from clothing and accessories to interiors, gifts and purveyors of the finest food and drink. Lycetts will also be showcasing their services at the festival and look forward to welcoming visitors to their stand to discuss their bespoke insurance requirements.

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erd of the Hospice? is a major public art installation and fundraising campaign for Hospice in the Weald. From July until October 2017, a herd of uniquely decorated horse sculptures will gallop into parks and public areas across West Kent and East Sussex to bring businesses, individuals and local community groups, including schools, together through a range of sponsorship opportunities and community activities. Each horse will be individually decorated by different artists and generously sponsored by local businesses and individuals. The horses will also be joined by a herd of pony sculptures designed by local school children. The charity has been overwhelmed by the support of local artists and businesses who have already backed this campaign and hope many more businesses, schools and individuals will also be keen to take up the ‘reins’! Hospice in the Weald is a local charity firmly rooted in the communities of West Kent and East Sussex providing care for people with a terminal illness, their families and carers. It costs over £7 million to run the Hospice each year and all the care and support provided by Hospice in the Weald is offered completely free of charge, so every donation helps them to ensure that they continue to provide outstanding care. The hospice hope the herd of at least 25 unique horses will create a compelling focal point in the community, to generate a positive atmosphere and draw people to local areas, creating a fun experience for the local community. Many of the artist have drawn inspiration from local scenes and attractions, as well as sporting and famous individuals, including racing and dressage. The horses are now in ‘training’. You will be able to follow their progress throughout the campaign via the hospice’s website and social media platforms, before visiting them in situ. They will then be ‘rounded up’ in September along with the ponies, which are being designed and decorated by schools, before being exhibited and auctioned in October.

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he National Pet Show London is being held at ExCeL, London from 6th to 7th May 2017. We have on family ticket to giveaway. Simply complete the form on page 34. The winner will be drawn after 24th April. With hundreds of different animals, amazing animal action displays, expert talks, celebrity appearances and exceptional shopping, the National Pet Show, sponsored by More Than, will once again be an unmissable event for animal lovers and families of all ages nationwide. Returning to ExCeL London on 6-7 May, the National Pet Show London offers an entertaining and educational weekend where visitors can meet and get up close with a whole host of animals including more than 100 dog and cat breeds, rabbits, rats, ponies, alpacas, guinea pigs, chinchillas, parrots, chickens, hamsters, owls, reptiles, fish and mini beasts. Highlights of the event include Noel Fitzpatrick Live hosted by Professor Noel Fitzpatrick, the Supervet from Channel 4, where visitors to the show will hear first-hand the stories behind the filming of the Supervet and share the highs and lows of his clinical work*. The SuperTheatre will also host live performances from the canine stars of SuperDogs Live, presented by TV’s Michaela Strachan, including an opening performance by Britain’s Got Talent Finalists Lucy Heath and Trip Hazard. In addition there will be a Top Cats competition, kids “Teepee” talks and animal handling sessions, a Secret Rabbit Garden and more than 90 educational talks and live performances. With theatres in each show zone, visitors will receive top tips and free pet care advice from a host of leading experts, including trusted vets, nurses, trainers, behaviourists, animal associations and charities. The popular School 4 Dogs arena will feature live training demonstrations from leading behaviourists and trainers, whilst the activity ring will host dog dancing displays, agility and even a Shetland pony and miniature horse display. For more information and to book tickets to the show please visit www.thenationalpetshow.com or call 08445 814936* *calls cost 7p per minute plus phone company access charges *Professor Noel Fitzpatrick will be live in the Super Theatre twice a day on both days of the show and tickets need to be booked in advance. Tickets are charged at £5 and are limited. For 20% off adult and child tickets use this code NPS20.

Event horses and core strength Event horses need core strength, balance, symmetry and engagement, which are easily achieved with regular 20-minute lunge sessions in EquiAmi. With the agility and suppleness of dressage, the speed and power of crosscountry followed by the precision and effort of the show jumping phase these are true equestrian triathletes. Human and equine athletes develop these attributes in the gym which, for horses, can be a gymnastic lunge session and, with EquiAmi. Jonty Evans says: “I have no hesitation in recommending the EquiAmi - it is an essential piece of kit in the producing of any kind of horse. Our horse, Cooley Rorkes Drift, was ninth at the Olympic Games in Rio and the EquiAmi has played a significant part in his development. Without doubt it helps us keep him soft, supple and above all in self carriage.” www.equiami.com

Equilibrium Products - new Brushing Boot for under £20 The new Tri-Zone Brushing Boot is a great value, super-stylish boot, perfect to use every day for hacking, flatwork and schooling. The new curved shaping is contoured to fit comfortably around the horse’s leg to provide good protection from brushing injuries, whilst looking modern and stylish. Made from high quality neoprene, the Tri-Zone Brushing Boot is tough yet flexible and comfortable to wear and comes with a one year product guarantee. The hardwearing outer strike pad protects against brushing injuries caused by knocks, bumps or abrasions. Available in a choice of five sizes, the Tri-Zone Brushing Boot can be worn on front and hind legs as required, with double or triple hook and loop straps for a secure fit. www.equilibriumproducts.com

EGO7 Orion Long Riding Boots from Just Equine The EGO7 Orion long riding boots have been beautifully designed. These lace-up jumping boots are made from full grain super soft leather, with elastic laces. Available in sizes EU 34-45, they are available in many different height and calf measurements to give the ultimate, custom fit. RRP £269.00. www.justequine.co.uk 6 Localrider APRIL/MAY 2017

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NEWS Past winners of the Hickstead Derby Trevor Brean, William Whitaker, & William Funnell

Al Shira’aa sponsor the Hickstead Derby

l Shira’aa has taken over as the title sponsor of the Hickstead Derby. The Al Shira’aa Derby will take place on the afternoon of Sunday 25th June 2017, with the class forming the finale of the four-day CSI4* Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting (22-25 June). To mark this important new sponsorship, a new video has been created to showcase the upcoming Al Shira’aa Derby. Filmed and produced by Equine Productions, the video looks back over the extraordinary 57-year history of the Hickstead Derby, a class in which both horse and rider become legends. The film features three former Hickstead Derby winners – threetime champion William Funnell (2006, 2008 and 2009), two-time winner Trevor Breen (2014 and 2015) and the reigning Derby champion William Whitaker, who won for the first time in 2016. In the video, the riders explain why the showground is so special and what it meant to them to win the Derby. Many of the Derby’s most memorable moments are included in the launch film, including Eddie Macken’s incredible four wins on Boomerang, and footage of the first female winner, Pat Smythe, from back in 1962. Al Shira’aa Stables LLC was founded by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Hazza Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the company is dedicated to the support and promotion of all horses and equestrian sports. Based in the heart of Abu Dhabi, with various other locations throughout the world, the five-star facilities of Al Shira’aa Stables provide a unique home for many types of horses, from youngstock to broodmares, and top competition horses to those who are enjoying their retirement. The company encourages horse riders in different equestrian sports, globally as well as in the United Arab Emirates. The Hickstead sponsorship will not be the first experience of world-class equestrian events for Al Shira’aa. In January this year the Al Forsan International Sports Resort in Abu Dhabi hosted the first Al Shira’aa International Horse Show, which offered UAE and international riders the opportunity to qualify for the 2018 World Equestrian Games. “We are so pleased to announce Al Shira’aa as the new title sponsor of the Derby,” said Hickstead Director Lizzie Bunn. “Sponsors are the lifeblood of our sport and without the generosity of companies like Al Shira’aa the sport simply could not exist. The Hickstead Derby was first held in 1961 and has retained its popularity and status for nearly six decades – we’re very excited that Al Shira’aa will be part of its future.” Thomas O’Brien, UK Supervisor for Al Shira’aa, commented: “We are absolutely delighted to be supporting this iconic and thrilling equestrian event. The Sheikha is a keen and enthusiastic horse rider herself, and it is the love of horses that drives her ambition to develop and influence this sport. What better way of supporting this ambition than the sponsoring of one of the most famous show jumping events in the world?” Tickets for the Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting are on sale now at www.hickstead.co.uk. The class will be broadcast online throughout the world on Hickstead.TV

The Blindley Heath Heavy Horse and Country Show Two country shows have merged to form a massive early May Bank Holiday weekend event – The Blindley Heath Heavy Horse and Country Show. The South Eastern Shire Horse Association (SESHA) has been offered the opportunity to take over the Blindley Heath Country Show which has been run successfully for the past 11 years by Graham Page and his team at Osney Lodge Farm. The amalgamation with SESHA’s own annual Heavy Horse and Country Show which has been growing from strength to strength will make a huge event to be called the Blindley Heath Heavy Horse and Country Show on the first May Bank Holiday weekend. The amalgamation of the two shows will without any doubt will result in a larger event incorporating all the rural traditions and countryside activities which together with the heavy horses, vintage tractors, historic vehicles, regional crafts marquee and the increasingly popular Dog Show will create two full days of interest for all ages. The 2017 Show will be held on Sunday 30th April and Bank Holiday Monday 1st May and the venue will remain at East Bysshe Showground on the A22 between Blindley Heath and Newchapel RH7 6LF. “We see this as a great step forward for the charity as the larger Show with added attractions will allow us to reach more families,” said Paul Bower, Chairman of SESHA. “Still central to the enlarged Show will be the ever-popular classes which show off the traditional skills and the magnificent finale parade where more Heavy Horses will be gathered together than in any other place in southern England.” The amalgamated Show will continue to be organised by SESHA’s Secretary Jackie Shearman and her team. Anyone wishing to hear more details or be part of this new-look Show should contact the Show Secretary on 01737 645857 or sesha@edenbridge-show.co.uk

Win Tickets to The Hickstead Derby Meeting with Alltech Alltech the world-renowned animal nutrition company are giving away one pair of tickets to this year’s Hickstead Derby meeting, 22nd – 25th June. For its third consecutive year, Alltech are proud sponsors of a number of showing classes, where many of the top riders and producers will head to compete. Across the classes being supported by Alltech there are a number of Horse of the Year Show qualifying tickets on offer, and they will once again be the official sponsor of the Small Hunter Championship, the Maxi Cob, Small and Large Riding Horse classes, the Supreme Hack Championship and Working Hunter class. The Hickstead Derby Meeting is a highlight of the summer calendar with plenty on offer to keep all the family entertained, plus fantastic shopping. The tickets are for two guests to attend any day between Thursday and Saturday. Please confirm your preferred day on the entry form on page 34. www.lifeforcehorse.co.uk

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Morgan Schive is one of the riders taking part in the display.

Heathfield & District Agricultural Show The Heathfield & District Agricultural Show will be held on Saturday 27th May at Tottingworth Farm, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex. Horse entries close 11th April 2017 Heathfield Show. The Heathfield & District Agricultural Show’s new on line booking facility for 2017 is now up and running on its website www.heathfieldshow.org for all livestock and horse entries. The website continues to be fully interactive allowing exhibitors to enter their classes, visitors to purchase tickets and members to join, on-line. Additionally, copies of schedules can be downloaded for all the classes be it Cattle, Sheep, Pigs or Horses, the Flower Show or Vintage Tractors. All the information regarding these competitions is available on the web page and entry forms can also be downloaded to make paper entries if you prefer.

New side saddle class

New this year is an additional side saddle class with extra monetary prizes, sponsored by P J Skips. This is in addition to the JVJ Costume Concours d’Elegance Championship. For a hard copy of the Schedule please send an SAE with a 1st or 2nd class stamp to the Show Secretary, Grants Cottage, Brightling, Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5HZ and they will post one out to you.

Free trade stand space

The New Enterprise Zone competition is also accepting applications for free trade stand space. New businesses which have been trading for less than a year can enter the competition. All entrants will be invited to give a short presentation to the judging panel on why they think they deserve to win. An online application form is available on the show website. The Country Ways area will be full of local artisans demonstrating their skills including a wheel wright, spinner, beekeeper and blacksmiths. With the WI marquee being run by the Heffle Group and the Farmers’ Market selling all local produce, as well as the Made in the Weald Craft Fair there will a bounty of produce from the beautiful Wealden countryside to see and buy. The main ring attraction will once more be a show stopping event. The Monster Trucks will be ripping apart cars and Human Tractor pulling will also be a feature of the day. www.heathfieldshow.org

Side Saddle Dash and Demonstration – Sunday 9th April In memory of Sue Webb

Riding side saddle is experiencing a resurgence in 2017. There was a time when riding in this elegant way was losing popularity and ladies were choosing to ride astride, even though it was thought their body shape could not cope with sitting on a horse in such a way. Many will have seen the beautiful elegant riders in the main rings at their local agricultural show, but 2017 sees the Inaugural Side Saddle Dash here in the South East at the Southdown and Eridge Point to Point Races on Sunday 9th April, 2017 at Godstone, Surrey. Riders will enjoy a fast and furious dash around the course of approximately seven furlongs, which will be a fabulous spectacle of side saddle riding at pace across country. Not only will riders be raising adrenalin levels; each rider will be sponsored to raise funds for the Kent, Surrey and Sussex Air Ambulance. Entries are coming in from around the country including Susan Oakes from Ireland, who holds the World Record for puissance wall jumping and triple bar jumping clearing an amazing 6’ 8”. Side Saddle riders from Area 8 Side Saddle Association, who include several adult and junior National Champions, are giving a demonstration of side saddle riding showing both traditional and period costumes; a great trip down memory lane. The commentary will involve members of the public with displays of saddles and historical items of clothing. The side saddle riders will be invited to accompany hounds parading on the course, thus giving the race goers the chance to see this beautiful art of riding up close. For the public this is a unique opportunity to watch and learn about a sport which has had a major influence throughout the centuries and is enjoying an incredible revival of interest today. The Side Saddle Dash will now be held in memory of Sue Webb, who had been part of the event’s organising committee until she tragically lost her life in a riding accident on Sunday 5th March. The Sue Webb Memorial Dash takes place on Sunday 9th April at Godstone Point to Point course in Surrey. For more information visit www.southdownanderidge.com/ the-southdown-and-eridge-hunt-inaugural-side-saddle-dash

New Charlesworth Jumping Saddle The New Charlesworth Jumping Saddle offers Balance, Comfort and Affordability. Designed by Joao Charlesworth FEI Showjumper and BSJA Coach in partnership with Spragg Saddlery & Silhouette Saddlery. Joao says: “I have ridden on many different brands of saddles costing thousands of pounds and wanted to take all the positives from these brands and create a comfortable and affordable saddle that keeps the rider in a secure naturally balanced position on their horse – and so I created the Charlesworth. It is flocked to fit each horse and can be adjusted to accommodate muscle change and growth. I asked other professional showjumpers and event riders to try the saddle and the response was always the same, wow! It gives you everything you need from a jumping saddle, from balance to comfort and importantly is affordable.” www.spraggsaddlery.co.uk 10 Localrider APRIL/MAY 2017

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NEWS Congratulations to all our recent competition winners!

Win prizes with pictures of your horse

December/ January Winners

Horsephotoshows.com offer the perfect opportunity to win rosettes and prizes with your favourite horsey pictures. Over the last few months Localrider Magazine has been running a range of online classes, which have been both fun and formal. Classes have included: Best Head Shot, Best Cross Country Picture, Best Comical Moment, Most Handsome Gelding plus lots more. Rosettes are awarded to tenth with a prize to the winner, plus all the winners go forward to be judged in the Overall Championship to win a sash, shield rosette and horse statue in bronze resin. As well as the competitive rider, these classes are perfect for those who rarely go to shows for a variety of reasons or have trouble loading. Other classes include: Through the horse’s ears and Happy Hacking, as well as Best Yard Dog. For more information and to see the latest schedule visit www.horsephotoshows.com

Keep your yard spic and span with the StableZone range

he StableZone range of cleaning products from The Animal Health Company are perfect for any yard, no matter what size. The product range includes: • An anti-bacterial bedding powder that absorbs moisture and helps keep bedding fresher for longer. • A disinfectant called “Defence 7”, that is on the DEFRA list of approved disinfectants. • A general cleaner and steriliser that makes light work of even stubborn dirt, which is also safe to use on water buckets, feeders and even your horse’s bit. • The range is completed by the StableZone detergent “Rug Clean”, which is effective even at low temperatures and when used for hand washing. Keep your stable yard clean, hygienic and looking great this spring with StableZone. For more information call 01787 476400, or visit www.animal-health.co.uk

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February Winners KM Elite Adaptor Pad: Kim Taylor-Curry – Littlehampton, N Hodges – Bognor Regis TopSpec Stud Lite Feed Balancer: Lynn Jarvis – Canterbury, Amanda Hayes – Danehill, Helen Miles – Ashford, Vicky Allan – Steyning, Bernice Morley – Tonbridge Baleno Beverly Body Warmer: Alice Knight – Crowborough Heart Friendship Bracelets: Rachel Stevens – Lower Halstow, Janet Munn – Wyboston, Danielle Twitchett – Frindsbury, Lorraine Cogger – Wadhurst, Olivia Watts – Cowfold, Tanya Braemar - Worthing

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FEATURE Main Pic: The Hollidge family built their dream yard in Surrey. Below are a selection of yards built by Scotts.

Scotts stables

at the heart of family life

he Hollidge family from Surrey are finally living their dream. After three years of developing their property into their vision of the perfect home, it is now their ideal space to bring up their three children and enjoy quality family time. It has not been easy. After the move they spent the first year living in a mobile home, but they have now succeeded in remodelling the property into a modern high spec space. And, at the same time, retained the traditional characteristics you would expect from a country property in the Surrey Hills.

Lifelong dream Sourcing and choosing all of the elements was a joy for Judy Hollidge. As a former marketing consultant, Judy certainly put her creative flair to work. As well as using her project management skills, juggling all the contractors. However, it was adding the equestrian element that made this house a home. Judy’s youngest two children are keen equestrians like herself. It has been a lifelong dream to be able to see her horses from her kitchen window. Something that

Over the years Scotts of Thrapston have helped many families build their equestrian dream. Here we hear how one Surrey-based family transformed their property to meet all of the family’s needs.

she now never takes for granted, especially as the Scotts stables blend beautifully with the style of her home. The family take their horses out competing on the local equestrian circuit, and the children represent their school in NSEA competitions. However, when they are at home the Scotts stables have certainly enhanced their family time.

Catering for all the family “Scotts incorporated a huge storage area into the design for all the family’s hobbies. My eldest son, who is not into horses, has even constructed his own climbing wall on the side of the yard. So, with the storage for all their bikes and outdoor equipment, all of the family interests are accommodated within this space,” says Judy. Judy’s husband, Tim, finds some pleasure in managing the land, even though he is not that interested in horses. “He plays his part keeping the fields in order, so we are a great team,” says Judy. “Driving the ATV, poo picking and hanging out with the family dog Jazz is probably great thinking time away from his business – the well-known fashion and lifestyle brand Oliver Bonas.”

Working with planning consultants “I am so delighted with the Scotts stables, and could not have asked for a better service and finish. Scotts worked closely with our Planning Consultants to achieve a design, for both the stables and garage, that we were happy with, but also that Waverley Council were happy with as we live in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.” “I have to pinch myself especially when I am relaxing by the pool in the summer, watching the horses and the children play. We are all so relaxed and happy here.”

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If you would like to find out more about creating your #dreamstables, to suit your family, e-mail equestrian@ scottsofthrapston.co.uk, phone the equestrian sales team on 01832 732366 or visit the Scotts website: www.scottsofthrapston.co.uk

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FEATURE

Reducing the risk of

Scanning the mare to check for twin pregnancy

Twins

Words by Ed Lyall BvetMed CertEM MRCVS of the Arundel Equine Hospital

t is standard for mares to be examined by ultrasound for pregnancy between 14 and 16 days from ovulation after either natural service or being mated by artificial insemination. at this stage we commonly find that mares are in foal carrying twin pregnancies. a twin pregnancy occurs due to the mare ovulating twice rather than due to splitting of the embryo after conception, as occurs in many other species. Splitting of an embryo results in identical twins, which is not seen in horses. multiple ovulations result in multiple eggs produced by the mare that can be fertilized by the stallion’s semen, the usual result is twins, however occasionally we find triplets. There are several hundred million sperm cells in an ejaculate used for mating, as such there are plenty of sperm cells to fertilize multiple eggs.

Natural outcome

mares are rarely able to carry twins, as their uterus can not provide the nutrients to rear two foals. if a mare does become pregnant with twins there are several likely outcomes: 1. One of the embryos is reabsorbed and the other remains resulting in a single pregnancy at full term. 2. Both embryos die and are reabsorbed. 3. One foetus dies later in the pregnancy and becomes mummified, resulting in a single pregnancy at term. 4. Both foetus die and are aborted usually later in the pregnancy. 5. Both foetus survive in utero and are born at term.

Significant risk

Twins put mares at significant risk, a mare that aborts in a paddock unattended may be missed as having slipped the foals, she may have a retained placenta that potentially can be life threatening. There may be significant uterine scarring after placental retention and future infertility problems. The actual foaling, if the mare does go to term with live twins, can be very difficult as the foals can easily become stuck during the birth. This can be very difficult to deal with at a yard, the mare would then have to travel in labour to a clinic with suitable facilities to deal with such a dystocia. mares in foal with twins that do go to term usually produce small, ill thrifty foals that are weak and require significant veterinary attention to get them to survive. Often these foals then go on to have developmental orthopaedic abnormalities such as osteochondrosis desicans (OCD)

Scan from a mare with twins

later in life. it is very uncommon for a mare to give birth to a pair of normal strong foals without any problem. The bigger the mare, the better the chances. There does seem to be a size related relationship between the incidence of twins in mares, it is very unusual for pony mares to go in foal with twins, however in some seasons i can scan as many as 20% of warmbloods in foal with twins.

There are advantages

One interesting observation is that a mare that ovulates twice on a cycle resulting in twins will often do this repeatedly and i have seen daughters of twinning mares do this too. Twins can be an advantage when we are doing embryo transfer, as for a single cycle we may be able to flush two embryos, from one dose of semen. if we suspect a mare may be going to have twins we set two recipient mares up to synchronise with the twinning donor mare. With the modern management of broodmares, the incidence of twins being aborted or born is very low now. The control of twins starts early on in the mare’s cycle, around the time of service we look with an ultrasound scanner at the ovaries primarily to get the timing of mating accurate, but also to see when and how many times the mare has ovulated. During the covering phase of the cycle we also map out where the mare has endometrial cysts in her uterus. We then accurately scan the mare 14 days after ovulation as this is the best time to identify pregnancies in the uterus. my routine is to then scan the mare at 16 days, as this will pick up a second pregnancy from an asynchronous ovulation (ovulations several days apart resulting in pregnancies several days different in age – sperm cells can survive in the oviduct for several days). it is then standard to scan the mare again at around 28 days from ovulation. Ultrasound can be used to detect an embryo in the uterus from around 11 days, so the routine described above would pick up twins. mares scanned later in gestation are harder to clearly identify twins as the structures within the uterus such as the membranes and the umbilical cord become complicated.

Other problems

as vets, we make every effort to make sure a mare is not in foal with twins however occasionally twin embryos can be missed. There are several reasons for this

happening: 1. The mare is presented at the wrong stage in her cycle by the owner for an accurate scan to be carried out. 2. Endometrial cysts in the uterus confuse the scanning procedure as they have similar appearances to embryos. 3. The mare is scanned in suboptimum conditions, for example where the light is too bright to see the ultrasound scanner screen or the mare is not restrained properly and she moves around too much. 4. There are asynchronous ovulations, meaning that an embryo may be several days younger than another detected on scan and is not yet visible. When twins are identified on the 14 or 16 day pregnancy scan we can carefully crush one of the embryos with the ultrasound scanner. Up to about 17 days from ovulation the embryos have not bonded or implanted on the wall of the uterus, as such they can be moved around in the uterus with gentle pressure from the ultrasound scanner probe. invariably twins will end up sitting next to each other, it is not wise to attempt to crush one in this state, so we move the one we want to crush, usually the smaller of the two, away to the end of the uterine horn and apply pressure until it’s membranes pop. i medicate the mare with an antiinflammatory at this stage and then scan her again two days later to make sure the single embryo is retained. Occasionally a mare will lose the second embryo following manual reduction in this way. Often this is due to inability to separate the embryos, probably due to being scanned too late after implantation. This is why accurate timing of scanning is important, the best window for twin reduction is between 14 and 16 days after ovulation. if twins are identified in a mare at 28 days it is still possible to pinch the membranes of one of them, but the success is much lower at this stage. if the twin has not been reduced to a single by 35 days we usually administer a prostaglandin injection and abort both embryos as after this stage the mare’s uterus produces endometrial cups and then will not come back into season for over three months, meaning she can not be rebred. if twins are identified after 35 days there are several different techniques to inject substances by ultrasound guidance into one of the foetus. The success rate with these techniques is very low.

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Standing at the Fielden Stud for 2012

Standing Ninfield at the Eurika Fielden Stud for 2017

The Arundel Equine Hospital

Ninfield Eurika Is a 125cm black Stallion Born 1994.

Ninfield Eureka

This superb small Riding Pony stallion is the first son of

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This superb small Riding Pony stallion thePony first sonatof England Show and ChampionisShow in-hand Ponies Ninfield Great Expectations. UK (South). His numerous show successes include being twice 128cms Champion at the Arthur's full sister, Ninfield Pips Pride, has had numerous South of England Show and Champion Show Pony wins in-hand including being 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 SurreyPride, County and Mid-Herts Arthur’s full sister, Ninfi eld at Pips has had numerous wins in-hand including being Youngstock Champion Supreme of Show atwas Suffolk County. saddle she was His and half sister, Ninfield Wuthering Heights 13.2 pony of the year Under at HOYS 2002. 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 Elson Toffee 38in Cream Dun Shetland Stallion Born 2007 Fielden Minks Legacy

The Arundel Equine Hospital (RCVS Accredited) located in the picturesque South Downs National Park is one of oldest dedicated equine practices within the UK.

OUR SERVICES • Providing equine veterinary care throughout East and West Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire • Routine vaccinations & nutritional advice • Pre-purchase examinations • Lameness and sport horse performance assessments • Mobile digital radiography, endoscopy & ultrasonography • Hospital based radiography, nuclear scintigraphy and full surgery facilities • Dedicated team of 4 experienced stud vets for routine and emergency work • AI and embryo transfer • In-house laboratory – HBLB CEM accredited • Further team of 15 experience equine vets providing a 24/7 ambulatory service and multiple board registered surgeons overseeing hospital care.

This outstanding looking little stallion has a wonderful 146.8cms BlackTemperament registered and has plenty of character which is passed on to his British Riding Pony progeny. Toffee is 38 inches. He has won many classes including Edenbridge and Oxted standard Shetlandincolts three year old PBA, WPBR. Won many classes under saddle hisas fia rst and reserve champion at the royal London show in the alternate year as a four-year-old inc South of England, colour class. He is broken to ride and is in the process of being Monmouthshire & Dorset brokencounty. to be driven.He is by Ninfield Minks legend, who is now in Australia out of Fielden Fieldmouse. Available chilled or frozen semen and limited His Fullcareer. sister was Stud exportedfee to Sweden natural due to his ridden £450.as a foal and has remained there ever since

Ninfield Connoisseur

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

13.1hh Dark BayInformation Stallion also available at: www.fielden-stud.co.uk Ninfield Connoisseur comes from an illustrious family of show ponies. His dam, Ninfield Great Expectations was 138cms Pony of the Year 1991 and Supreme Champion at PUK 1998. His sire, Ninfield Millionaire, as a 3-year-old won 11 Championships at County Level and was Reserve Champion at the Royal International Horse Show as a Senior Stallion. His 2013 foal, Fielden Enchantment took Part-bred Arab Foal Champion at British National Foal Show in Birmingham. His full sister, Ninfield Love Story was 138cms Show Pony of the Year 2007. Ninfield Connoisseur himself has only been lightly shown to date, but has stood Champion at NPS Bath and NPS Summer Champs.

For further information please call us on 01903 883050, email info@arundelhorsevets.co.uk or click on our website www.arundelhorsevets.co.uk

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.

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BRITANNIA ROYAL

16.1hh / 2013 / Liver chestnut / British Sports Horse This elegant young premium graded stallion (SHB[GB]) has impeccable bloodlines for eventing, being a son of the extraordinary Headley Britannia, winner of Badminton, Burghley, Kentucky and an Olympic team silver medal, by the Oldenburg stallion Royaldik whose dam is full sister to Heraldik, the outstanding sire of international eventers. Britannia Royal is a short-coupled uphill horse with excellent conformation and a quick athletic jump. He has a tremendously calm, trainable temperament and has been a pleasure to handle from birth. He has also made an excellent start to his stud career with 100% fertility, from a single covering, on a small number of mares. We are eagerly awaiting his ﬁrst foals this summer.

Britannia Royal (British Sport Horse)

Royaldik (Oldenburg)

Royal Diamond (Oldenburg)

Headley Britannia (British Sport Horse)

Jumbo (Irish Draft Sport Horse)

Herka (TB)

Alans Bambi (TB)

Stud fee: £450 NFFR (no VAT) available by frozen and chilled semen (concessions to approved mares). Standing in East Sussex.

For further details Tel: 07870 358944 (Annabel),

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

PROMETHEUS

14.2hh, 2013, bay SPSS graded Sports Pony Stallion by German Sports Pony Romulus, by Renoir. Prometheus has exceptional movement and scope with a willing and kind temperament; he will add quality and athleticism to produce competitive progeny in all spheres.

Stud fee: £300 NFFR. Standing in Sussex.

For further details Email: kcwisey@gmail.com, Tel: 07890 438031

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Adam uses pole work and grids to improve the horse’s jump

“Be careful when you start with poles on the landing side of a fence as you don’t want your horse to become nervous of what might be on the other side.” Adam Trew pictured with three of his event horses, Left to right: Quintina, Shag Rocks an Lamborghini

Last issue we met event rider Adam Trew and told you a little of his journey from an inspirational trip to Badminton as a teenager, to a change in career, which now sees him running his own competition yard in North Kent. Currently competing up to three-star level, Adam has a strong team of talented young horses he has produced himself, to compete this season. Adam loves teaching and has a natural and inspiring way of building confidence in both the horse and rider following his own simple rules of training. In this issue Adam explains how he would work on improving a horse’s jump.

Grid Work

Grid work is a great tool to help improve your horses jump. It is something I do with all my horses, no matter what level they are working at. I always start the young horses with this and hopefully make this become a happy place for them and let them gain their confidence through the exercise. By adding a few poles or adjusting the distances you can start to make improvements to the way he jumps.

Maintaining Rhythm

It is important that your horse is in balance. If this is not the case on the flat, then it is not going to magically appear in front of a fence. For a horse to jump at its best it needs to be in balance and adjustable (able to lengthen and shorten his stride while staying in balance). Once you know the natural paces of your horse you can start to challenge them. Move up and down the gears and challenge your horse’s speed, making sure he is listening to you and responsive as you will need this for when it comes to jumping.

Working on Balance

Start the grid as poles on the floor. Allow your horse to actively trot through the grid first both ways making sure he is in balance and responsive. If not go back to the flatwork and fix what needs fixing. Any adjustments to his pace should be made before you get to the grid using half halts or softening, so he can go through the grid thinking for himself. Once he is happy trotting through the poles, put them to small cross poles. Approach in the same way with a soft hand and your leg on, not to change the pace but to give him confidence through the grid. Allow him to canter after the first cross and travel on to the next one. Use cross poles to start so you can focus on staying straight. Don’t worry if it’s a bit messy or the poles fall down at first, it’s all part of a learning curve for him and he needs to figure it out for himself. Once this is all ok and he is happy turn the last fence in to an oxer and go again. Start with your grid on the floor, allowing your horse to actively trot through the poles

By slightly adjusting the distance between the fences you can also help improve his jump.

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Remember to allow your horse to think for himself

Thinking for Himself

It’s important when jumping that you teach your horse to think for himself and develop his own initiative. You shouldn’t go through the grid having to do all the work, whether its picking him up over the fence or holding him back. He has to figure these things out for himself. Don’t worry if it doesn’t feel like it’s going well at the beginning, mistakes are all part of learning and he needs to make his own mistakes in order to learn from them. It’s our job as the rider to get our horse to the fence in the best way possible, but it has to be the Horse’s job to actually jump the fence.

Staying Straight

Keeping your horse straight over a fence is important so he can use his body in the best way possible and make a correct shape giving you the best chance of jumping clear. Use poles to keep your horse straight rather than your reins. You want to teach your horse that you are going to soften at a fence and they are going to stay straight on their own and jump straight. If your horse is drifting one way place a pole on the landing side of the fence long ways away from the fence. Keep the poles quite wide to start with so not to spook him. By placing a drift pole on the landing side of the fence should encourage your horse to jump straight as they won’t want to land on the pole. Be careful when you start with poles on the landing side of a fence as you don’t want your horse to become nervous of what might be on the other side. As your horse becomes more confident with this you can start to roll the poles closer to the middle of the landing to improve the straightness even more. Use poles on the ground to help your horse to learn how to jump straight

Improving the Shape

The highest point of the horse when jumping correctly needs to be directly above the fence. Most young horses tend to use speed to jump a fence rather than power so their highest point is normally behind the fence which makes it much more common to knock it down. You can start to improve the shape your horse makes over a fence by adding a landing pole parallel with the last part of the grid on the landing side about 3.5/4m away. Having the landing pole should encourage your horse to make a better shape over the fence and watch the pole on the floor on the other side. Once your horse is confident with this and gets stronger you can start to move the pole closer to the fence to improve the shape even more. Remember you are trying to improve his whole technique of jumping so this should be taken slowly and over multiple sessions.

Putting it all into Practice

Once you are happy with this, then have a fence out on its own away from the grid and with no poles to help him. Once you have gone through the grid canter on round to the single fence. Make sure that you approach the single fence in the same balance you were in to the grid. If you don’t have the correct balance make sure you take the time to get it right. Don’t worry too much about the fence itself just focus on the balance, straightness and softness and hopefully he will offer you a better shape. It may all begin to fall apart quite quickly without the support of the guide poles, so don’t worry if it does, take him back to his happy place that you created in the grid and go through again showing him what he needs to do. It won’t all change overnight and there will only be so many correct jumps he will be able to offer, but, over time he will get stronger and be able to maintain a correct jumping technique for longer.

Top Tips Listen to what your horse is telling you. Don’t work him to the point where he starts to make mistakes because he’s tired. Give him plenty of chances to relax and stretch. Keep the fences small. You don’t have to jump big to improve your horses jump. Smaller fences are much more forgiving if he makes a mistake. Have someone with you whilst jumping. They can move the poles when needed so they are in the correct place and also great to have eyes on the ground keeping check on the straightness. Finding the right nutrition for your horse is key, I look for energy and stamina without the fizz in the dressage and that’s why I feed Pure. Electrolytes are vital, not just at competitions but all year round they are part of our system.

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FEATURE

s i t i n i Lam

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Dr Tom Shurlock of British Horse Feeds talks about laminitis and why spring grass affects the laminitic prone horse or pony.

pring is the time of year that horses are turned out for longer periods of time and the grass begins to grow, rich in protein and sugars, which can be a real problem for those horses susceptible to laminitis. To a certain extent the appearance of spring grass tends to blind us to what laminitis is and how we should be regarding it. Laminitis is not a specific disorder; rather it is the manifestation of a number of symptoms – a situation where several different factors may not result in the condition, but an extra one can tip the disease. This is because laminitis is a term to describe inflammation in the soft tissue that connects the hoof to the bone.

Inflammation

Inflammation is the first stage of the body’s response to an abnormal situation, as such it tends to be unspecific, and so can be the culmination of several factors. There seems to be an ever increasing list of culprits. Originally it was mechanical damage, obesity and overeating. Then we realised the impact of high sugar and protein levels (as in spring grass), and then the contribution of metabolic disorders such as Cushings, IR and EMS. More recently we note that hormonal factors and even lack of exercise can be factors. At the metabolic/physiological level there are two main factors that contribute to the condition. Firstly is the generation of pro-inflammatory factors. These can result from mechanical damage (jarring the hoof, standing on sharp stones, leading to bruising), metabolic dysfunction (oxidative factors, matrix metalloproteinase and hypoxia) and diet (hindgut fermentation of protein and sugars).

Blood flow to the hooves

Secondly are factors that restrict blood flow to the hooves. Blood pressure is low – being at the furthest point from the heart and anything that further reduces flow pools the pro-inflammatories and exacerbates the condition. Hormonal malfunction may contribute to this, but dietary factors are

probably the greatest culprit. Fermentation of starch and protein can generate high levels of lactic acid, which actually increases the permeability of the hindgut and allows the absorption of microbial toxins and the fermentation end products of undigested protein. These include nitrites and amines which act as vaso-constrictors and so can slow down the removal of pro-inflammatory factors. Exercise combats this by increasing both blood pressure and blood flow, flushing out the area.

Coping with starch

The process of inflammation and suppression of the normal processes that combat it is complicated and the two contributory factors are further subdivided. However, a single, critical factor is the overfeeding of starch and sugars (starch is simply a long chain of the sugar, glucose). The horse can only deal with limited amounts of starch/sugar. Too much, and it is not absorbed and passes into the hindgut. And for those horses compromised by EMS, IR etc. even that which is absorbed can lead to oxidative damage, reperfusion and limiting glucose take up by the cells of the lamellar (Insulin Resistance). When excess glucose reaches the hindgut, its fermentation disrupts normal microbial populations – leading to a buildup of toxins and generates lactic acid which increases the permeability of the cells to absorption of these products, resulting in increased inflammation.

Spring grass

And this is where spring grass becomes important. Whatever the underlying causes of laminitis, grazing on a sugar and protein rich feed will impact the horse and could be the extra factor that tips the horse into laminitis. Equally, autumn grass, where it is laying down energy reserves for the winter, or high starch feeds can all cause problems for susceptible animals. It is not that spring grass is inherently bad, but many horses cannot cope and it appears that the more we learn the more we can recognise potential cues.

In the interim we must try and reduce intake of high starch/sugar for those individuals, replacing it with high fibre, low starch products such as Speedi-Beet, Fibre-Beet, or Light Chaff to maintain normal hindgut function. Beet products, especially, produce good levels of butyrate on fermentation and this portion of slow release energy restores absorptive function in the hindgut. Equally, replacing hard feeds with high fibre alternatives reduces sugar intake. It has been calculated that a daily intake of less than 10% of starch and sugars will reduce the development of laminitis and so the importance of fibre feeds with these low levels cannot be overstated.

High fibre diets

Speedi-Beet is a highly nutritious micronized (cooked) beet pulp feed which provides an excellent source of digestible fibre and is suitable for horses and ponies susceptible to laminitis. Due to its unique manufacturing process, Speedi-Beet can be soaked and ready to use in just 10 minutes and is extremely palatable. It is also starch free and unmolassed, making it 95% sugar free. Feeding SpeediBeet before turnout can help stabilise the ingestion of sugars present in spring grass. Speedi-Beet is also extremely versatile. It can be fed in small amounts to overweight horses as a carrier for a multivitamin and mineral supplement or in larger quantities to a poor doer for weight gain, or working and competition horses that need extra energy. For more information on Speedi-Beet contact British Horse Feeds on 01765 680300 or visit www.britishhorsefeeds.com

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Lightweight

Turnouts

Tried & Tested

TRIED&TESTED At last we can pack away the winter rugs and bring out the lightweights. For this issue we have been testing a range of top quality lightweight turnouts, all of which have detachable neck covers, giving then the flexibility to be worn in spring, summer and autumn. Go on treat your horse….

Rhino Plus Lightweight Turnout Rhino’s unique four-layer barrier technology makes it the smart choice. There is a tough 1000D polypropylene outer, to protect the waterproof and breathable layers underneath. Polypropylene is a stronger, more durable alternative to the widely used polyester material. Made from the smart Rhino Rug Collection check pattern, exclusive to this line. It comes with the standard V-front closures for freedom of movement while grazing, shine enhancing polyester lining, leg arches, and cross surcingles. This rug also has liner attachments making it a great rug for all seasons. A detachable hood is also included. Sizes: 5’6” – 7’3” RRP: £169.95 www.horseware.com LR Comment: This no fill rug is extremely well-made from a high quality durable outer. I liked the detachable neck cover, which makes it much more versatile for use throughout the spring and summer months. It fitted well and stood up to some pretty vigorous rolling.

Bucas Smartex Rain Turnout Rug This versatile lightweight rug is made using two layers of technical fabric, combining a Bucas Stay-Dry lining with a ballistic nylon shell featuring a waterproof and breathable coating. The Stay-Dry lining wicks away moisture, so can be put straight onto wet or sweaty horses. It also provides excellent comfort at a wide temperature range, from 0 - 14 degrees, so is perfect for spring when it’s still cold at night yet warm during the day. The patented front Click’n’Go buckle and magnetic Snap-Lock provides the perfect fit and secures the rug onto even the most active of horses. Comes with a three year warranty. Colours: Blue, Chocolate, Black or Red Sizes 5’6” – 7’2” RRP: £175 Combi neck attachment RRP: £89.00 BIG NECK VERSION Colour: Blue Sizes: 5’6” – 7’0” RRP: £185 PONY RUG Sizes: 3’6” – 5’3” RRP: £125 www.zebraproducts.co.uk LR Comment: The Bucas Smartex has a technical fleece lining to the upper part of the rug, which wicks away moisture, which allows you to put it straight on to a wet or sweaty horse, this is particularly useful if your horse isn’t clipped. I would recommend feeling the lining to understand why it is graded at being suitable for temperatures from 0 - 14 degrees. Thus making it great for horses which live out and incur overnight falls in temperature.

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Harrison Howard Exercise Sheet

Manufactured in 600 denier, Teflon coated ripstop fabric, this waterproof and breathable rug has nylon anti-rub lining, reinforced 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.

Made from 210 denier waterproof and breathable nylon, the Harrison Howard Exercise Sheet has a polar fleece lining to prevent overheating and also wicks away moisture. There are two reflective strips on each side of the sheet helping to ensure your horse is visible on the roads. The Velcro opening makes fitting more convenient and the contoured, competition cut wraps around the saddle, which allows the riders legs to work more effectively.

Colours: Navy or Black/Grey Plaid Sizes: 5’6” - 7’0” RRP: £79.99 (neck cover £42.99) www.wefi.co.uk

Available in a stunning variety of colours and in Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large sizes. RRP: £24.99 www.harrisonhoward.co.uk

LR Comment: We tested the navy rug, which looked very smart and is a great lightweight turnout. It fitted well and I liked the generous shoulder pleats, which give the horse a bit more room for movement. It has a detachable neck cover which is great as it means the same rug can be used on both dry and wet days.

LR Comment: We tested the rose/violet coloured sheet, which looks absolutely stunning. It is lightweight, easy to fit and has a large strip of reflective material either side. It is perfect for hacking, but due to the weight and fit is also good for schooling and working-in at shows, or anytime when you want to keep your horse’s back warm and dry.

Mark Todd Lightweight Turnout Rug

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tried&tested Mark Todd Tall Zip Boot These practical and stylish leather boots have a technical waterproof lining and a sturdy grip sole, making them perfect for working on the yard and life in the countryside. Features include a side zip fastening with press stud for ease of fit and a lightweight and comfortable design. Colour: Brown Sizes: 37 to 42 RRP: £135.99 www.wefi.co.uk LR Comment: Part of the brief this month was spectator wear and these boots fit that category perfectly. They look gorgeous, are extremely comfortable and beautifully made. They have a fulllength zip down the side with a waterproof leather gusset which opens to make putting the boots on and taking them off very easy.

Chatham Moor Wellington Boot

BOGS North Hampton Cravat

100% waterproof heavy duty welly, lined with neoprene and featuring full zip entry and textile buckle fastening, on a shock absorbing sole.

100% waterproof and contrasted with BOGS Neo-Tech Lite insulation making the boot lighter in weight with a sleeker silhouette that’s feminine yet still capable of overcoming outdoor challenges. The boots have rubber trimmed handles to pull-on easily and come with a moulded EVA footbed with DuraFresh bio-technology that activates to fight odours.

Sizes: 4 - 12 RRP: £89.00 www.chatham.co.uk LR Comment: These are hi-spec heavy duty wellington boots. They have a thick cushioned sole, so are extremely comfortable to wear all day. I have worn a number of different pairs of Chatham boots over the years and can highly recommend their quality, they are extremely wellpriced too.

RRP: £75.00 www.bogsfootwear.co.uk LR Comment: It is great to pull on a pair of boots which are as cheerful as the season. I love these boots, they are comfortable, practical and add a sprinkle of femininity to the normal mundane wellington boot. The Neo-Tech Lite insulation makes them comfortable to wear even in the cooler weather.

Spring Clothing tried&tested

We have been testing a fantastic range of spring clothing from sparkly t-shirts to the ultimate in outdoor wear. The colours have been refreshingly bright and we hope you will be tempted to add something to your spring wardrobe…

Toggi Ambia Wax Jacket

Cavallo Ivy Jacket

The Toggi ladies Ambia soft wax jacket is a quintessentially English jacket, lined with Toggi’s signature house check fabric, taking your from town to country in style. Design features include a stylish built in hood, adjustable waist and hem, YKK zips and a storm flap to keep the elements at bay. Zip pockets and zip closing cuffs complete the look. Proudly made in Great Britain, a complimentary tin of Toggi wax and a carrying bag with handle is included.

This performance zip up jacket combines functionality with style for the ideal lightweight spring layer. The bi-elastic stretch fabric is breathable and quick-drying, making it perfect for activewear. It features stylish details like contrasting zips and Cavallo logo embossed on the arm.

Sizes: XS - XXL RRP: £169.00 www.toggi.com

Colours: Night Blue, Cosmic Blue and Orchid Sizes: 34-46 RRP: £119.00 www.zebraproducts.co.uk

LR Comment: This is a very modern and stylish wax jacket. It is lightweight, yet feels warm as it has the lovely Toggi check lining. It is a very practical jacket with generous pockets and an attached hood. I found there was plenty of room to add layers if needed. It is a great jacket for riding, walking or spectating.

LR Comment: Pretty yet functional lightweight jacket, made from a fleece backed fabric. It is lovely and soft and perfect for chilly mornings.

Equetech Reversible Micro Gilet

Musto Women’s Winchester Tweed Jacket

The Reversible Micro Gilet features a pop of Hot Pink on one lining and smart Navy on the other, to give you the choice to be bright or conservative! The ideal lightweight training gilet with micro-down filling features a stylish quilted design, two-way zip for riding and two front zip pockets with a snaffle zip puller. Machine washable.

The jacket is constructed in 100% Scottish Lambswool for warmth and was designed in partnership with Musto’s Scottish mill. The Women’s Winchester Tweed Jacket features a long cut for improved comfort and warmth and the jacket is very carefully tailored to provide a distinguished feminine silhouette. Features Clarino™ trim and mock horn buttons. Available to buy in-store and selected retailers only and will be available in August in a new range of tweed.

Colours: Navy/Coral Sizes: XS – XXL Also available in junior sizes RRP: £62.50 www.equetech.com LR Comment: This is a stunning gilet is lovely and warm, yet extremely lightweight. It is stylishly designed and on the navy side the pockets have copper coloured zips, with snaffle shaped zip pulls. The gilet is reversible and has a lovely coral coloured fabric on the other side. It is perfect for riding, walking, gardening or casual wear.

Sizes: 8 – 18 RRP: £399 www.musto.com LR Comment: This is an absolutely stunning tweed jacket. It is cut a little bit longer and is tailored to flatter the female figure. Once I put it on, I certainly didn’t want to take it off. It was light and comfortable to wear and very elegant. It could be dressed up or down and would be perfect to wear to Badminton.

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Chatham Megan Smart and stylish, super soft premium navy leather penny loafer. Fully lined with contrast stitching on a natural crepe sole. Colours: Navy, Tan, Beiges Sizes: 3 - 8 RRP: £69.00 www.chatham.co.uk LR Comment: These are smart, comfortable everyday loafers. They are great for wearing to and from the stables and wearing to events once the ground is dry. They look great teamed with jeans and a shirt.

Musto Women’s Country Printed Shirt The shirt is designed for shooting, combining technicality with elegant prints and it has wicking properties to keep you cool and dry when active. The Country inspired patterns complement Musto’s ladies’ tweed jackets, to complete the shooting style. The shirt has a fast wicking treatment which enhances moisture management to help keep you dry and comfortable. It is made from 100% Cotton Twill. Colours: Daisy Blue, Kingfisher and Spring Blue Sizes: 8,10,12,14,16,18 RRP: £69.99 www.musto.com LR Comment: The Musto Women’s range of country printed shirts are perfect for those times when you want something a bit smarter than a t-shirt. They have some lovely prints which are perfect for wearing every day, matched with jeans and a jumper or blazer.

Mark Todd Betty Polo Shirt This lightweight, breathable polo shirt is manufactured in four-way stretch pique cotton making it ideal for summer riding or when out at shows. With a fitted design and ribbed collar, plus the famous Mark Todd signature, it’s a practical shirt you’ll want to be seen in. Colours: Navy, White and Royal Blue (Navy/ Sky Blue available soon) Sizes: Ladies Small to Large RRP: £27.99 www.wefi.co.uk LR Comment: This smart polo shirt is made from a lovely thick yet soft fabric, which is extremely stretchy. It is styled to flatter the body, rather than be big and baggy like some polo shirts. Great for summer riding or casual wear.

Aztec Diamond Camo Print T-Shirt This soft fitted t-shirt is super stylish, comfy and smart. Perfect for using as leisure wear or part of your equestrian wardrobe, wear it tucked into breeches when training for a perfect smart casual look. The gorgeous four colour symmetrical camouflage print across the chest in all grey and black tones is finished off beautifully with the Aztec Diamond name logo. Colours: Grey, Black and White Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large RRP: £23.00 www.aztecdiamondequestrian.com LR Comment: This is a really fun t-shirt. Perfect for pony mad girls and grown-ups too!

Montane Sonic Tee with Polygiene antimicrobial treatment A lightweight, wicking and fast drying tee with UPF protection 50+ and Polygiene odour control. Tailored for next to skin comfort. Colours: Dahlia, Grey, Blue, Pink Sizes: 6 - 16 RRP: £30.00 www.montane.co.uk LR Comment: A beautiful soft and lightweight T-shirt, it feels like it weighs of nothing. It makes a great base layer, but is perfect for riding in the warmer weather, as the material provides UPF 50+ protection, as well as being very fast drying.

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FEATURE

Gleam

in the ring

with Kevin & Emma McNab

evin and Emma are both aiming at Luhmuhlen CCI4* in Germany this spring with their top horses. Emma plans to compete at this prestigious event with Belcam Bear and Fernhill Tabasco and Kevin will ride Casperelli. Both riders are aiming for selection for the Australian team for the 2018 World Equestrian Games in the USA. In the run up to the competition season, Absorbine helps with the everyday care of the horses. Emma said: “We frequently spray the horse’s tails with ShowSheen to keep them in good condition and help avoiding hairs breaking.” Emma’s groom, Lucy Hartley is a big fan of the Absorbine Detangler Gel. Lucy said: “We add the gel to the horses’ manes to keep them tangle free and silky. The Detangler Gel keeps the manes nice without making them too slippery.”

Surrey based Australian event riders, Kevin and Emma McNab always have their horses turned out beautifully. As well as meticulous care throughout the winter months and plenty of hard work behind the scenes prior to each competition, getting the horses looking good is achieved with the help of Absorbine grooming and horsecare products which help ensure perfect turnout simply and efficiently. Here they talk about their favourite products and what they use them for. Don’t forget the white bits

Now the eventing season is in full swing, it is imperative to Kevin and Emma that each horse arrives at each event looking at its absolute best. The day before the event, the horses are given a thorough bath in Absorbine 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner. Lucy uses Absorbine Stain Remover and Whitener on any white patches. She said: “I wash the white patches as normal with the shampoo and then spray the Stain Remover and Whitener on and leave it for a few minutes before thoroughly washing off. This leaves the white patches sparkling.” Absorbine Horseman’s One Step is also a must have Absorbine product at Coneycroft Farm. Emma said: “Our tack is made from lovely soft leather and the Horseman’s One Step really nourishes it and gives it a great sheen.”

Washing-off

Keeping the horses’ coats clean and in good condition is also made simple with Absorbine. Each time a horse is washed off after exercise, some Botanicals Body Rinse is added to the water. Kevin said: “In Australia, because of the heat, we used to give all the horses a head to toe bath after each workout. Here in the UK we do less washing and the Botanicals is a big help with keeping coats clean. The horse’s skin is his biggest organ and it is so important to look after it really well. We also use a solarium here to dry each horse off as quickly as possible after a wash.” 40 Localrider APRIL/MAY 2017

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At the event

Once at the event, before the dressage test each horse has their tail brushed and more ShowSheen sprayed on, a damp tail bandage is applied and the feet are painted with SuperShine Clear. Lucy added: “I then do the quarter marks and give the tack a rub over with Horsemans One Step. If it is hot we spray on some UltraShield fly repellent. I always make sure I have a towel handy for any last minute things that need wiping.” Kevin and Emma are based near Guildford and will be competing at many of the events in the South East this season. They have several of their horses lined up to compete at the South of England Horse Trials on the 8th and 9th April.

Kevin uses effective and mess free Absorbine Bigeloil leg wraps on his horses. They can be used whenever you are concerned about heat or stiffness in your horse’s legs, after heavy work or competition, or when heat, bruising or soreness of the hoof is a concern.

Lucy Hartley gives us the low down on top quarter marks:

Emma’s top horse, Belcam Bear wears pads on the soles of his feet under the shoes. Emma uses Absorbine Magic Cushion to provide support under the pads. Emma said: “The Magic Cushion is great under the pads. The sole of the foot stays dry and hard and the Magic Cushion stays in place until the horse is reshod.”

● The horse needs to have his summer coat through before quarter marks will be effective. For the early events, I hot towel the horses and spray their quarters liberally with ShowSheen to ensure they are clean and shiny and any dust is kept at bay. ● At an event, our horses have quarter marks for everything, whether it be the dressage test, horse inspection or when they are exercised. Each horse from the yard has the same quarter marks - it helps with the team look. ● Firstly, a good, firm brush is needed. Either plastic or pure bristles are fine, the brush must be wide enough though and have no stray bits sticking out of the side. ● Spray ShowSheen on the horse’s quarters and dampen the brush. I don’t make the brush too wet as the water will run down and quarter marks can end up looking sticky not shiny.

The full range of Absorbine products are available from Absorbine Stockists. or more product information, visit www.absorbine.co.uk or find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ AbsorbineUK for regular news, fun and competitions.

● I start at the top and brush three downward stripes. I take great care to make sure that each stripe and gap are the same width. I then add four sharks teeth below. If the horse is tall, I will get a step to stand on to ensure that both sides match up. Finally, I brush a straight line down the spine toward the top of the tail and make sure there are no rough edges and everything lines up. ● Practice definitely makes perfect, the more times the quarter marks are done, the quicker and more effectively they can be applied. APRIL/MAY 2017 Localrider 41

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FEATURE Fiebing’s Satin Sheen Fiebing’s Satin Sheen, distributed by Abbey England, keeps manes and tails tangle-free and produces a healthy sheen and soft coat that repels dirt and dust. Non-toxic and safe for use on even sensitive horses, Satin Sheen guarantees a professional ‘show ring’ look. www.abbeyengland.com

Absorbine ShowSheen Grooming Range Original ShowSheen is enriched with Pro-Vitamins and Silk Proteins to nourish the coat and accentuate body tone and definition. ShowSheen Finishing Mist is perfect for last-minute touch-ups and has a continuous, quiet sprayer that won’t spook your horse. ShowSheen 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner contains ProVitamins to help nourish the skin and strengthen hair. It deep cleans and conditions in one step to leave hair soft, strong and manageable. It also revitalizes and brightens the coat. ShowSheen Stain Remover and Whitener contains Oxi-Erasers to lift out stains, simply spray on and rinse off. SuperShine Hoof Polish puts the finishing touch to a show ring turnout. Applied with its own, self- contained applicator, SuperShine dries in seconds to create a long-lasting mirror like shine on the hooves that does not attract dust or dirt. www.absorbine.co.uk

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Judges

Whether you are cantering around the show ring, or trotting down the centre line of a dressage arena, first impressions count. Here we look at some of the products that can help you catch the judge’s eye. NAF Magnificent Seven Everything you need to plait, polish, clean, shine, oil and perfect your horse. Be Magnificent in the show ring this year with NAF’s range of shampoos, grooming and setting sprays, no rinse washes, highlighters and hoof polishes. www.naf-equine.eu/uk

KM Elite Showing Range Champion Sparkle and Shine provides an all over glossy shine to your horse’s coat, neck, plaits and quarters. It will enhance and sharpen any black points, enriching the depth of colour and shine, resulting in the ultimate professional finish. Champion Sparkle & Shine will even put a glisten into a grey’s tail. Quick and easy to use in final preparation on show days and excellent for ‘fixing’ quarter markings. Champion Black is a professional concealer used to cover over marks, scars and stray dark hairs or to add definition to dark legs and can cover blemishes. Champion White is a professional concealer used to cover over marks, scars and stray dark hairs as well as to whiten socks and cover over last minute stains.

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It’s Show time! Words by Stephen Biddlecombe

Spring is a favourite time of year for many equestrian enthusiasts, including myself. Apart from the fact that we can enjoy nature at its best - boughs of cherry and blackthorn, newly-blooming crocuses, glorious daffodil flowers and lovely morning birdsong - it signals the start of the competition season. As the exclusive distributor of the Mane ’n Tail equine grooming range in the UK and Ireland, I know for example that many customers who are fans of horse trials are preparing for Badminton and Ballindenisk. Meanwhile, The Cartier Queen’s Cup and St. Regis International Cup are both just around Can you achieve the corner; flagship events the perfect ‘look’ in the horsey calendar for for the showpolo fanatics like myself. ring or arena? As the competition season begins for all horse sport enthusiasts, whatever their chosen discipline, it is of course important to make your pre-event grooming regime as timeefficient and effective as possible. So, we have come up with these top five troubleshooting answers to how to achieve the perfect ‘look’ for the show-ring or arena this spring, literally from top to toe.

Right: Pour a quality shampoo like Mane ‘n Tail Original directly onto your hands to beat stains.

feature onto stubborn stains such as grass, manure and urine, or as a pre-treatment before a full shampoo and condition.

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Q - How do I boost a dry skin and coat, or a brittle mane and tail? This concern is common at this time of year, especially for horses living out. Postshampoo, apply your conditioner liberally to the coat, mane and tail - again using your hands to really work it into the skin and hair. After rinsing the horse’s body, you can leave a bit of the conditioner in the mane and tail, to lock in moisture and provide extra protection against further damage and breakage. Q - My horse’s plaits are untidy! How can I keep them from being ‘wispy’ and untidy? It’s a tricky issue, especially after winter when horses’ hair is often dry and brittle. Use a conditioning and strengthening spray that helps to provide protection against breakage and flyaway pieces of hair. Mane ‘n Tail Spray ‘n Braid is ideal to help to train the mane and give you faster and neater plaiting of manes and tails on competition days. It works well on your own show-day hair too, especially on buns and plaits. Stephen Biddlecombe represents Sussex-based equestrian wholesaler, Equine Management, distributing on behalf of Straight Arrow Products Inc.

Q - How do I beat tough stains and dirt on the coat, mane and tail? Pour your chosen shampoo directly onto your hands and work it vigorously into the stain, or work it deeply into the roots of the mane and tail with your fingers - this reaches directly into the coat to give a deeper clean every time. Shampoo and condition the coat regularly, and look out for moisturising, protein-enriched formulas with emollients that condition the skin and hair.

Q - My horse’s feet appear dry and cracked. How can I boost their appearance? Hoof health obviously begins ‘internally’ with good nutrition, and a broad-spectrum feed supplement or balancer, or a highspec hoof additive will certainly help to improve hoof condition. However, you can help to a degree with topical products. Mane ’n Tail Hoofmaker is a hoof moisturiser with a protein-enriched formula - it’s designed to condition the entire hoof surface including the coronary band, walls, frog and sole, and contains no petroleum or pine tar. You can use it with a brush or rub it in directly with your hands, applying it to your horse’s hooves to help condition, protect, strengthen and combat excessive dryness. While you’re using it, rub some into your own hands for softer skin and stronger nails. Right: Mane ’n Tail Hoofmaker aims to condition the entire hoof.

Q - My grey horse’s coat often has a yellowy tinge - how can I restore his colour? A whitening shampoo will help to revive the hair. Look out for products with optical brighteners added, which can add intensity to white or light colored horses. Mane ‘n Tail Spray ‘n White is a shampoo-and-conditioner-in one, and is multi-functional - you can use it as an actual shampoo, as a targeted product sprayed directly april/may 2017 Localrider 45

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FEATURE

A Healthy Start for Foals

Here Claire Shand SQP talks us through effective worm control of a foal during its first year.

ffective worm control is a vital part of giving young horses a good start in life. Foals are born free of parasites but are often exposed to them within their first few days. youngsters are very susceptible to parasite infection as their immune systems are immature; a careful schedule of tests and treatment is therefore important to ensure their wellbeing.

The mare in pregnancy

management begins before the foal is born. monitor the mare with worm counts every three months and tapeworm tests every six months, treating as results indicate plus a winter dose for encysted redworm. Check with your vet or SQp to ensure any wormers are licenced for use in pregnant mares. Keep the pasture as clean as possible by poo picking or cross grazing, resting paddocks and taking care not to overgraze the fields. Foals and young stock are especially vulnerable to ascarids; whose eggs can survive extremes of hot and cold and remain dormant on pasture for many years. Fresh grazing is recommended for this reason.

Due date

Threadworm is the first parasite to be concerned with. These can be passed through the mare’s milk to infect the foal causing chronic diarrhoea. Treat the mare with moxidectin (Equest) four weeks before her due date or an ivermectin based wormer around foaling time. Healthy foals should acquire a natural immunity or tolerance to this parasite at around six months of age.

Foaling to one month

grazing with several other horses then a first tapeworm test should be given at six months old using the Equisal saliva test. if tapeworm is present they can be dosed using either a double dose of pyrantel or a single dose of praziquantel. From six months of age worm count every 6-8 weeks until a yearling only worming if needed. Worm both mare and foal for the possibility of encysted redworm in winter using panacur 5 day Guard for lean youngsters or Equest if they have a good covering of body fat. While it goes against the recommendations for worming adult horses, youngsters need proactive treatment to protect them from parasites. incorporating worm counts and tests into the programme early on will help to identify the wormy horses and those that are going to need more support, preventing any problems developing from unnecessary parasite burdens. This will help your youngsters to reach their full potential as happy, healthy horses. if you’re unsure then veterinary approved advice is always available as part of Westgate labs’ trusted service.

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When the foal is a month old treat with a generous single dose of fenbendazole (panacur) – err on overestimating to ensure an effective amount is given. (This drug has a particularly high safety margin). Worm the foal every 4-6 weeks alternating between pyrantel and fenbendazole until the foal is six months old, monitoring with worm counts when worming is due. ivermectin is not the best choice of product for routine dosing of young horses as there is some known resistance to ascarids. as with threadworm, healthy young horses should develop natural immunity to ascarids at around two to four years of age though cases are not unusual in older horses that have had a poor start in life. Two months after foaling resume three monthly worm egg counts for the mare, treating as necessary.

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Feed news NAF supported rider Emily Baldwin

Feeding for Performance Words by Evangaline Atterby BSc Bioveterinary Science. Nutritional Advisor and Technical Assistant at NAF.

hen increasing our horse’s workload, the temptation to lean on concentrates to provide energy can start to creep in. We know that it works and the market is flooded with high energy competition mixes, so why is this not the best route and how can we increase workload and energy without bulking the feed?

Fibre Fibre. We are all familiar with it, but do we really appreciate its role in the health of our horses? Fibre should form the basis of every equine’s diet, be this in the form of grazing, traditional forage or even grass pellets, fibre encourages healthy digestive transit and is what our equine friends are adapted to eat. Not only does it work to keep our horses gut moving efficiently, it also stimulates the salivation reflex in the horse. Saliva is only produced whilst chewing and acts as a buffer against excess stomach acid, a known risk factor for ulcers.

Starch & sugar Competition mixes tend to be high in starch, when compared to forage, and may contain sugars and a high oil content to really boost energy levels. Whilst this can prove useful it is important to remember that concentrates have been linked to increased incidence of laminitis and ulcers in many horses. This is due to the readily digestible nature of starch, which can cause a surge in sugars. Furthermore the method of feeding relatively large,

concentrated meals is not particularly compatible with the design of the equine gut. Horses have small stomachs in comparison to their body size, the stomach being roughly the same as a rugby ball. This allows them to trickle graze efficiently, small amounts of food very often for up to 18 hours a day, however by providing larger meals this can challenge the digestive tract leading to problems. The hindgut microflora are in a delicate balance and highly digestible starch can cause chaos, increasing colic risk, if we aren’t careful. The old golden rule of feeding, make changes slowly, is golden for a reason. Gradual change is key to the health of the gut.

Slow release energy

If you feel your horse needs more energy but are concerned about fizz, then oil is a great way to increase slow release energy and there are a wide variety available to choose from. Linseed, or flax, is a perennially popular choice and also has the added benefit of being rich in omega 3 fatty acids. Alternatively, if you are reducing the workload, simply reduce the proportions of higher energy elements and increase basic fibre feeding, as long as fibre is the foundation of the diet we can alter the other elements accordingly. Remember to balance the diet with a specifically formulated product which supports the gut and offers a broad spectrum of vitamins and minerals. There is little need for the equine diet to be complicated and balancers take the difficulty out of feeding. Focus on high fibre, add oil for slow release energy and coat shine and finally use a balancer to meet the requirements of your individual horse.

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Spring Feeding

As we head into spring some horse owners will be looking to increase their horse’s rations on account of their increased work load, while others will be looking at adjusting what they feed as a result of the incredibly lush grass we have this year. We hope you will find some good advice over the following pages and remember if in doubt call and speak to the feed company – they all have wonderful helplines.

Mollichaff HoofKind Complete Specially formulated for horses and ponies prone to laminitis, mollichaff HoofKind Complete is also ideal for good doers too, as it’s a complete low energy, low starch, low sugar, high fibre feed in a bag. it contains a balanced blend of oat straw, alfalfa, fibre pellets, soya oil, vitamins, minerals, biotin, trace elements and antioxidants. When fed at the recommended levels, mollichaff HoofKind Complete needs no further supplementation other than good quality forage such as High Fibre or Timothy HorseHage. (Both these varieties of HorseHage are suitable for horses and ponies prone to laminitis). For those horses and ponies in harder work, with increased energy requirements it can be fed with additional concentrates. www.horsehage.co.uk

Rowen Barbary Pro Ultra Containing a blend of highly digestible, cooked flakes cereals pro Ultra is designed to provide instant, fast release energy ideal for horses undertaking short, sharp bursts of work and for those that require more sparkle. linseed and Soya Oil help to supply a source of slow release energy to support stamina and combined with quality protein sources encourage overall condition. Calcareous marine algae is also added to help reduce acidity, important to good gut health. Fully balanced in essential nutrients and rich in antioxidants, Vitamin e and yeasacc 1026 along with a full complement of B group Vitamins to help reinvigorate horses feeling run down. www.rowenbarbary.co.uk

Rowen Barbary Condition & Performance Containing a blend of linseed and Soya Oil, supported by key antioxidants, Condition & performance helps to provide an extremely beneficial source of slow release energy to help improve stamina and condition in horses and ponies requiring a higher calorie feed. Calcareous marine algae is designed to act as a buffer to help reduce acidity, benefiting gut health. Supplying a natural source of B Vitamins and amino acids Brewers yeast is also added along with Seaweed, Spearmint and Garlic to help promote overall wellbeing. Fully balanced in essential vitamins, minerals and trace elements to help keep your horse in peak condition.

Daily Fibre from Spillers New daily Fibre from Spillers is a simple blend of the softest chopped fibres to help extend your horse’s eating time, with maximum fibre goodness. it joins Spillers’ comprehensive stable of high quality chopped fibres, which also includes new packaging for the horse owners’ favourite Spillers Conditioning Fibre. Spillers daily Fibre is a simple and effective way to add fibre to your horse’s daily meals. The triple blend of chopped straw, pure alfalfa and grass nuts brings variety to the diet, while the softness of the fibre chop gives your horse better chewing and digestive comfort. it is the perfect accompaniment for a balancer or a compound feed to provide a healthy low starch and sugar, low calorie, high fibre diet. www.spillers-feeds.com

TopSpec Antilam TopSpec antilam is a pelleted multi-supplement designed to provide 5-way nutritional support for those prone to, being treated for, or recovering from laminitis. antilam is used and recommended by nutritionists, vets and farriers. antilam is a brilliant formulation combining several supplements with a high-fibre, very lowcalorie carrier to make it palatable. The formula is very low in sugar and starch and cereal-grainfree, making it ‘Non-Heating.’ antilam should be fed on its own with forage. The forage can be in the form of latecut, low-sugar, hay and/or unmolassed chops e.g. TopChop lite, or controlled grazing, or a combination of these, depending on the individual circumstances. TopSpec antilam contains 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. it also contains high levels of a pure, protected yeast to help maintain near-neutral (normal and healthy) conditions in the hindgut. plus mOS (mannan oligosaccharides) to support the yeast and boost the immune system. a top spec broad-spectrum supplement, vital for horses and ponies on a restricted diet. it has generous levels of anti-oxidants including vitamins a, C and e plus selenium to neutralise the excess free-radicals that have been increased by stress. www.topspec.com

The Pure Feed Company The pure Feed philosophy is far from new, in fact, you could say it is an exciting old idea. The company’s founding principle is to feed horses on a programme which reflects what they would be eating naturally. pure Feed provide a full range of horse feeds exclusively developed to match the eating requirements of today’s horse. The entire portfolio is nutritionally balanced, full of natural grasses, free from molasses, barley, whole grain cereals (except in the high-performance feed) and lucerne, and as result is low in starch and sugar. So, whether you are feeding a leisure horse or a top international three-day eventer, the pure Feed programme remains logical, simple, easy to use and does exactly what it says on the bag. www.thepurefeedcompany.com

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Supplements

NAF Superflex Superflex is the right combination; a scientifically balanced ratio of readily absorbed Glucosamine and Chondroitin, the highest quality MSM plus the added benefits of a powerful anti-oxidant formula, exclusively designed to address excess free radical build up around the joint. Horses’ joints have to cope with extreme forces and it is commonly the cartilage that is the first part to show wear and tear. The key cartilage nutrients, Glucosamine Sulphate, MSM, Chondroitin Sulphate and Hyaluronic acid (HA) are well known for their support for the health of both cartilage, and the thick synovial fluid that oils the joint. Research recommends that feeding a combination of the key nutrients allows them to work together more effectively than any one nutrient alone. Getting the combination right is crucial. Five Star Superflex contains the right combination of key nutrients in the optimum ratios, developed over twenty-five years of working with sound horses. Naturally sourced antioxidants are also included to work synergistically with Glucosamine and MSM to support joint health. www.naf-equine.eu/uk

NAF Instant Magic Instant Magic uses bio-available magnesium combined with a fast acting herbal base for an effective instant calming effect. Instant Magic is recommended for horses who only require the use of a calmer on an immediate, short term basis for specific potentially stressful situations; such as competition, clipping, travelling or a visit from the farrier or dentist. In addition, it can be used to top up the calming effect of a daily Magic supplement as and when needed. Note: NAF are pleased to confirm that the magnesium used in Instant Magic does not contravene FEI rules and is safe for use in all horses. www.naf-equine.eu/uk

NAF Respirator Boost Respirator provides valuable nutritional support to the respiratory mucosal immune system and the delicate capillary blood vessels that surround the lungs. Research shows that by supplementing the diet with naturally sourced anti-oxidants, the horse’s lungs can be given valuable support. Respirator contains a concentrated solution of natural anti-oxidants, alongside herbs such as ginger, rosehip and blueberries, chosen for their targeted support of healthy lung function. Echinacea is also included for immune system support. Respirator is also recommended where close contact with other horses showing respiratory stress may be cause for concern. Essential oils in Respirator Boost help maintain clear airways. www.naf-equine.eu/uk

NAF ElectroSalts When horses work hard, or during hot weather, they regulate their body temperature by sweating. Sweating not only loses fluid as it evaporates, but also essential body salts, particularly sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium. Failure to replace these body salts (known as electrolytes) can result in fatigue, and in extreme cases, damage to muscle, bone and cartilage tissue. Electro Salts is a concentrated combination of the essential plasma salts in combination with dextrose to aid efficient absorption of the salts. Electro Salts should be fed following exertion, after heavy sweating or during periods of very hot weather. Electro Salts can be given easily in the feed, or dissolved in water. Always ensure a supply of clean fresh water is readily available. www.naf-equine.eu/uk

Lifeforce Elite from Alltech The life of a competition horse is greatly removed from that of its wild ancestors, and the equine digestive system is not really equipped to cope with such a demanding lifestyle. Not surprisingly this can have a negative impact on the digestive system resulting in anything from loss of performance to colic. The efficient functioning of the hindgut plays a key role in generating energy and nutrients for metabolism in all horses, but for competition horses this is especially important considering the energy requirements necessary to meet our performance expectations. Stress is a major factor in upsetting the delicate equilibrium of the digestive system; the effects of constant travelling to shows which can sometimes mean overnight stays in unfamiliar surroundings should never be underestimated. Constant exposure to stressful situations can, at the very least, cause loose droppings – one of the most visible signs that the digestive system is out of kilter. Feeding obviously plays a large part in producing a competition horse and, although the emphasis is often placed on concentrate rations the first focus should be ensuring adequate fibre intake, something that is continually being backed up by research. The horse has evolved to require a minimum amount of dietary fibre as a food source for the micro-organisms located in the caecum and large colon. Lifeforce Elite from Alltech is specially designed for competition horses and those faced with stressful situations. It supports a healthy immune system, increases the availability of antioxidants and creates a healthy digestive environment. www.lifeforcehorse.com

Equine America Everyday Vitamin & Mineral Supplement Equine America Everyday Vitamin & Mineral Supplement (EV&MS) provides daily vitamins, minerals and pre-biotics. It is an ideal addition to any feeding regime providing essential vitamins, minerals and trace elements in a pre-biotic base to support good health and condition. EV&MS provides great value while maintaining top product performance. EV&MS can be used as an economic vitamin and mineral supplement for horses and ponies in low level work. For optimum overall health and condition use V-Biotic. If your horse is lacking in energy, use Pro-Pell Plus. www.equine-america.co.uk

Equine America Apple Lytes As horses work and sweat they lose vital electrolytes and mineral salts. At low levels these can be replaced with Sodium Chloride (salt) but, if the horse is in medium to hard work and sweating on a daily basis, an electrolyte supplement must be provided. Without electrolytes, the horse will feel lethargic, and a continuation of this loss is highly detrimental to the horse’s health. As the main electrolyte is a salt (sodium chloride) it is important to use a salt based product (not a solution) as it is not possible to suspend enough of the mineral salts needed within a solution. Equine America also advises against dextrose based electrolytes. Apple Lytes is a salt-based product which can be added to the feed on a daily basis. For high level competition and endurance events, Apple Lytes is also available in a handy syringe for instant replenishment of electrolytes. Electrolytes should not be fed to a dehydrated horse - always ensure water has been ingested first, and that the horse has recovered from exercise. Apple Lytes was formulated by Bruce Snipes, creator of Cortaflex, who pioneered the feeding of electrolytes to horses in the 1960’s. Also available as a paste in a syringe. www.equine-america.co.uk

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Feed news Nettex Ulsa Shield V.i.p. Ulsa Shield is an advanced, sugar free formula containing a unique blend of ingredients to maintain gastric health, soothe the stomach walls and support normal acid levels. Ulsa Shield is Vet approved and is ideal to feed following veterinary treatment to help maintain a healthy gastric environment. The lifestyle of modern horses can predispose them to stress and poor gastric health. Ulsa Shield is the ideal gastric supplement which can be fed continually to achieve healthy performance in the stomach. Healthy digestive function is critical for wellbeing, condition and performance. it is ideal for both leisure and sport horses to help them maintain a healthy stomach and perform at their best. V.i.p. Ulsa Shield is conveniently packaged in 2kg tubs which will last an average sized horse for over two months, making this a costeffective way to ensure horses maintain peak health. ww.nettexequine.com

Equine America Super So-Kalm equine america Super So-Kalm reduces stress, promotes calming and improves concentration. Horses can experience nervousness and tension before exercise or competition, causing them to misbehave or ‘wash out’. Super So-Kalm contains a premium grade magnesium with l-Tryptophan, an essential amino acid associated with the production of serotonin, to calm and focus the horse. Fed daily, this can aid concentration and willingness to work, without removing the edge required for competition. young horses also have a tendency to be highly strung and distracted, leading to training problems in the future. Feed young horses or ponies in their first season Super So-Kalm plus to help them to relax and ensure that their new experiences are good experiences. administer a minimum of 10ml two hours prior to event before the adrenalin is pumping. www.equine-america.co.uk

Four reasons why you should feed

electrolytes Words by David Mitson of Science Supplements

One litre of horse sweat contains around 3.5g of sodium, 6g of chloride, 1.2g of potassium and 0.1g of calcium. a horse can easily lose five litres of sweat each hour on a normal day at a moderate pace which equates to the loss of around 50g of electrolytes. This amount would not be replaced by the horse’s normal daily hay and hard feed alone.

eventers in regular work need supplemental electrolytes to perform optimally and to avoid problems such as poor performance or digestive disturbance, or clinical problems such as synchronous diaphragmatic flutter (also known as “thumps”; a condition where the chest twitches in time with the heart beat due to stimulation of the diaphragm) or some forms of tying-up. a diet low in electrolytes is also a common and often undiagnosed cause of horses not performing to expectation.

One common myth about electrolytes is that horses cannot store them. The truth is that they cannot store excess electrolytes. if you suddenly add in a large amount of extra electrolytes into your horses feed, he will drink more as the kidney excretes the excess. However, you can make the horses’ body used to storing higher levels of electrolytes by feeding higher levels over a longer period of time.

another myth is that horses know what electrolytes they need and will take this in from a salt block in the stable or paddock. an increasing number of scientific studies have shown that horses do not regulate their intake from salt blocks. For example, for horses needing perhaps 50g of salt each day, some will take none from a salt lick and other may take in up to 4 times more than they need.

When should I feed Electrolytes? • • •

The simple answer to that is every day. it is common for many event horses to only be fed supplemental electrolytes immediately before and during competition. if you feed enough electrolytes during training you will not need to increase the amount in the feed when it comes to a competition. if you don’t feed in training and feed only in competition you are asking for trouble. it can take weeks or months not days to fully restore the body’s normal electrolyte levels following a month or so of training. Six winner will each receive a 5kg tub of Science Supplements Complete Electrolytes. For your chance to win one turn to page 34 and complete the entry form. www.sciencesupplements.co.uk

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show dates april 2017 1 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@ hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 1 April, Colettes Shows, Colettes Dressage, Jenkey Farm, Shadoxhurst, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1LY, Tel: 07949 096086, E: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk 1 April, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course Training Clinics, Cross-country Training Clinic with Sam Champney-Warrener, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, E: champneyequestrian@sky. com, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk 1 April, Munstead Heath Farm, Surrey Union Hunter Trials, Pairs, and Clear Round ShowJumping (weather permitting), Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Tel: 07768 740969, E: becca@heathfarmequestrian.co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk 1 April, Posh Nags, Showing South East Show, Affiliated and Unaffiliated Shows, Beechwood Equestrian Centre, The Wheatsheaf Centre, Main Road, Rettendon Common, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 8DY, E: poshnags@aol.com, www.poshnags.com 2 April, Colettes Shows, Team Showjumping at Willow Farm, Showjumping, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, Tel: 07949 096086, E: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk 2 April, Eaglesfield, Indoor Unaffiliated Showjumping, Cross Pole – opens £300 prize money at each show, with Cricklands plus Sunshine Tour Qualifiers. Eaglesfield Equestrian Centre, West Yoke, Ash, Nr Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 7HT (near New Ash Green), Contact: Jean Clark, Tel: 07958 650036 E: eaglesfield.show@ btinternet.com, www.eaglesfield.net 2 April, Fair Oak Estate, Fair Oak Hunter Trials, Mini-Minimus, Minimus, Novice, Novice Pairs, Intermediate Open, Fair Oak Estate, Rogate, Petersfield. Hants, GU31 5HR, Tel: 01730 821508, www.fair-oak.co.uk 2 April, Merrist Wood British Dressage, Medium, Advanced, FEI Prix St Georges, FEI Intermediate, FEI Grand Prix S classes, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 2 April, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Eventers Challenge, 45cm to 90cm, commencing 9.30am, Fantasic prizes including rugs, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Tel: 01737 644255, E: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 2 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Tel: 01474 888474, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 4 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 4 April, Comphurst Cross Country, Cross Country Clinic with Olympic & 4* Event Rider Gemma Tattersall, Sessions with groups of four riders at various heights (under 80cm, 80cm, 90cm, 100cm and 1.10m), building confidence and improving cross country technique and technical skills, Comphurst Farm Cross Country Course, Comphurst Lane, Windmill Hill, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN274RZ, E: info@comphurstfarm. co.uk, www.comphurstfarm.co.uk

5 April, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course Training Clinics, Clinics with Lucy Thompson, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Tel: 07729 323865, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk 6 April, Merrist Wood Training Clinic, Sara-Jane Lanning, Dressage Training, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 7 April, Matfield & District Riders Association, AGM, All welcome, Come along and meet your committee, Presentations and refreshments, Tel: 07834 494824, Matfield Village Hall, Matfield, Kent, TN12 7JR, www.mdra.info 7 April, Squirrells Riding School, Pony Day, Ride and make friends and enjoy being round the ponies, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Tel: 07713 323968, E: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 8-9 April, 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, A great day out for all the family, Trade stands and catering, The South of England Show Ground Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL. www.southofenglandhorsetrials.co.uk 9 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 9 April, Matfield & District Riders Association, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Sandhurst Farm, Clay Hill Road, Lamberhurst, Kent, TN3 8AX, E: sharon@ rickardsfoldingdoors.co.uk, www.mdra.info

14 April, Cranleigh RDA, Good Friday Sponsoured Ride, 11 mile ride through beautiful Surrey heath and woodland south of Guildford, or a shorter route of 3 miles for riders led or accompanied on foot, Support Cranleigh Riding for the Disabled, Two start locations: Albury Heath (Cricket Ground) GU5 9DB and Farley Heath (Roman Temple) GU5 9EW, south of Guildford, Surrey, Tel: 01403 753577, E: sponsoredride@cranleighrdagroup. co.uk, www.cranleighrdagroup.co.uk 14 April, Mount Mascal Stables, Mount Mascal Challenge, an exciting Cross Country & Show Jumping course built across our Indoor & Covered Arenas, Classes: 1’9” to 2’ (true beginners), 2’ to 2’3”, and 2’6” to 2’9”, Also Pairs Classes, Have a go round £10 on the day, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Tel: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

14 April, Squirrells Riding School, Ride and re-ride Dressage, Ride a previously chosen test then after tuition re-ride for better score, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Tel: 07713 323968, E: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 14 April, West Surrey Riding Club, Open Unaffiliated Dressage, Incorporating BRC Area 11 Team Dressage, Merrist Wood Arena, Worplesdon, Guildford, GU3 3PE, www.westsurreyridingclub.co.uk 15 April, Fair Oak Estate, Petersfield Pony Club, Combined Cross Country & Showjumping, Open to Non Pony Club Members, Intermediate, Novice, Minimus, Mini Minimus, Fair Oak Estate, Rogate, Petersfield. Hants, GU31 5HR, www.fair-oak. co.uk, http://branches.pcuk.org/petersfield/

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9 April, Posh Nags, Showing South East Showing Show, Affiliated and Unaffiliated Shows, Willow Farm, Hansletts Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0RS, E: poshnags@ aol.com, www.poshnags.com 9 April, Sevenoaks Riding Club, Dressage test and re-test, Redlands, St Julian’s Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, Contact: S French, Tel: 07858 953992, www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk 9 April, Southdown & Eridge Hunt Side Saddle Dash, Glorious spectacle of side saddle riding across country, Godstone Point to Point Course, Godstone, Surrey, RH9 8DB, www. southdownanderidge.com/the-southdownand-eridge-hunt-inaugural-side-saddle-dash/ 9 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Tel: 01474 888474, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 10 April, The Rockbourne Ride, Fun Ride, British Horse Society, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact Karen Gardener, Tel: 07546 502471, E: funride.bhshants@ yahoo.co.uk, www.tenantry.co.uk 12 April, Merrist Wood Training Clinic, Yvonne Huber Ride a Dressage Test Clinics, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 13 April, Squirrells Riding School, Beach Ride, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Tel: 07713 323968, E: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 14 April, Colettes Shows, Colettes Easter Horse Show, Jenkey Farm, Shadoxhurst, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1LY, Tel: 07949 096086, E: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk

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15 April, Merrist Wood British Dressage Winter Regional Championship, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk

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16 April, South Eastern Arabian Horse Group, Spring Clinic with Pat Smedley, All welcome, Four Elms Livery, Four Elms Farm, Pootings Road, Four Elms, Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6PH, www.seahg.co.uk 17 April, Comphurst Cross Country, Cross Country Clinic with Irish Olympic Team Trainer & FBHS Nick Turner, Sessions with groups of four riders at all levels from amateurs to professionals, Comphurst Farm Cross Country Course, Comphurst Lane, Windmill Hill, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN274RZ, E: info@comphurstfarm. co.uk, www.comphurstfarm.co.uk 17 April, London Harness Horse Parade, Steeped in tradition the London Harness Horse Parade offeres onlookers a glimpse into a world gone by. Spectacular parade of commercial & private horse drawn vehicles, From Shetlands to Shires and everything in between, South of England Centre, Ardingly, West Sussex, RH17 6TL, Tel: 01737 646132, E: lhhp@ edenbridge-show.co.uk, www.lhhp.co.uk 17 April, Mount Mascal Stables, Easter Dressage, Intro C, Prelim 2, Novice 28, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Tel: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com 17 April, Posh Nags, Showing South East Easter Spring Show, Affiliated and Unaffiliated Shows, In Hand, Ridden, Miniatures, and Fancy Dress, Saddlesdane Equestrian Centre, Ashford Road, Badlesmere Nr, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0NX, E: poshnags@aol.com, www.poshnags.com 17 April, Speedgate Events, Andrew Day Clinic, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Kim Atkinson, Tel: 07834 170830, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 17 April, Squirrells Riding School Fun Show, Showing and Show Jumping, In Hand, Ridden Classes and Show Jumping, Show Jumping Qualifiers, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Tel: 07713 323968, E: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 19 April, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course Training Clinics, British Eventing training with Emily Baldwin, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.britisheventing.com, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk 19 April, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course Training Clinics, Clinics with Lucy Thompson, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, Tel: 07729 323865, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk 22 April, Coakham Bloodhounds, The Hunt Ball, High Rocks, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 9JJ, www.coakhambloodhounds.com

22-23 April, Munstead Horse Trials, Unaffiliated Horse Trials, Pre Intro, Intro, and Pre Novice, over Two Days, Sections for Retrained Racehorses at Pre-Intro and Intro heights (ROR number must be on entry form), Section to include Badminton Grass Roots, Dressage Tests at Intro and Pre-Novice, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Tel: 07768 740969, E: becca@heathfarmequestrian. co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk 22 April, South Eastern Arabian Horse Group, Spring Show, Qualifiers: The Arab Horse Society, HOYS, CRABBET, BACS, & MIDLAND YR 2016. Qualifying Show: UK AA/ PB In Hand Championships & CHERIF, Merrist Wood Campus Indoor Arena, Guildford College, Worplesdon, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, (Sat Nav: GU3 3PB), www.seahg.co.uk 23 April, British Dressage Southern, Spring Open Dressage Show, Including Individual Dressage to Music, Open to all Riders – members and non members welcome. Classes Preliminary through to FEI Prix St Georges, Freestyle to Music and Rider Tests, Top Judges and great prizes, Oldencraig Equestrian Centre, Tandridge Lane, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LL, Enquires E: selinagroom@yahoo.co.uk, https://www. facebook.com/BritishDressageSouthernRegion 23 April, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage and Showing Show, Qualifiers for Sunshine Tour, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Tel: 01372 451458 E: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info 23 April, Horsham and District Riding Club, Open Hunter Trials, Coombelands, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1BQ, Tel: 01403 741355, www.hdrc.org.uk 23 April, The Rockbourne Ride, Festive of Horse, Chilworth Riding Club, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact Karen Gardener, Tel: 07546 502471, E: funride.bhshants@ yahoo.co.uk, www.tenantry.co.uk 23 April, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Tetrathlon Open, Intermediate, Junior, Mini, Mini Mini, Tri, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Tel: 01737 644255, E: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 23 April, Sevenoaks Riding Club, Hunter Trial Training and Clear Round Over Course, Redlands, St Julian’s Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, Contact: S French, Tel: 07858 953992, www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk 23 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Team Dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Tel: 01474 888474, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 25 April, Colettes Showing Clinics, (pre-bookinging essential), Jenkey Farm, Shadoxhurst, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1LY, Tel: 07949 096086, E: cbequine@ btinternet.com www.cbequine.co.uk 26 April, Great Bookham Shows, Dressage Questy Club, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Tel: 01372 451458 E: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info 26 April, Merrist Wood British Dressage, Elementary, and Medium Classes, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 26 April, Sevenoaks Riding Club, Show Jumping Training, Redlands, St Julian’s Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, Contact: S French, Tel: 07858 953992, www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk 27 April, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Evening Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

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To advertise here, call 01892 863062 or email: info@localrider.co.uk 29-30 April, Chilham Park, Chilham Castle BE Spring Horse Trials, BE Affiliated, (Two days), Chilham Park, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB, Tel: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk 29 April, Pyrford Saddle Club, Dressage and Mini Event, Unafilliated Dressage With Mini Pre-Event Jumping And Clear Round, including an introduction to dressage class, normal dressage and a mini event to include a dressage test then course of show jumps and working hunter jumps, Pyrford Common Rd, Woking, Surrey, Tel: 07951 477825, www. surreycommunity.info/pyrfordsaddleclub 29 April, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Tel: 01474 888474, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 29-30 April, Tweseldown, AT Classics Un Affiliated Horse Trials, 80cm to 100cm, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, E: tweseldown@gmail. co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk 30 April to 1 May, Blindley Heath Heavy Horse and Country Show, something for all the family to enjoy with the heavy horses, vintage tractors, historic vehicles, Blindley Heath show ground is on A22 between Blindley Heath and Newchapel, Surrey, RH7 6LF, Tel: 01737 645857, www.sesha.org.uk 30 April, Blossom Ride, At Wytherling Court, Rural Ride, 10 miles of Countryside Rural Ride, No jumps, (starts 10am), Wytherling Court, Molash, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8HK, Tel: 01233 740598, E: geoff.jenkins195@btinternet.com 30 April, Colettes Shows, Colettes Show Jumping, Jenkey Farm, Shadoxhurst, Ashford, Kent, TN26 1LY, Tel: 07949 096086, E: cbequine@btinternet. com www.cbequine.co.uk 30 April, Denne Hill Cross Country Ride, Open Day, Course will be open to non-members on the last Sunday in the month. Riders to arrive between 10am and 2pm. Pre-booking is not required, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6HD, Tel: 01227 831203, E: caroline@dennehillcrosscountryride.co.uk, www.dennehillcrosscountryride.co.uk 30 April, St Michaels Hospice Riding Club, Dressage and Showing Ridden and In hand, Bodiam International Arena, Court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Tel: 01424 838302, www. stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk 30 April, Munstead Heath Farm, Munstead Unaffiliated Horse Trials, Heath Farm, Heath Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1UN, Tel: 07768 740969, E: becca@heathfarmequestrian. co.uk, www.munsteadhorsetrials.co.uk

MaY 2017 1 May, Coakham Bloodhounds, Spring Bank Holiday Ride, Barons Grange, Iden, nr Rye, East Sussex, TN31 7UU, www.coakhambloodhounds.com 1 May, Mount Mascal Stables, May Day Show, Showjumping, Ridden and In-hand Classes, (grass arenas), have a go pony rides, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Tel: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com 1 May, Squirrells Riding School, Open Day, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Tel: 07713 323968, E: i.squirrell@sky.com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 3 May, Great Bookham Shows, Evening Dressage and Clear Round, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Tel: 01372 451458 E: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

5 May, Merrist Wood Training Clinic, Yvonne Huber Ride a Dressage Test Clinics, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk

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6 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Jumping Clinic with Robert Smith, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@ hotmail.co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk

Qualifiers for CHAPS, RoR, SSADL, BMHS, TSR, SWPA, Sunshine Tour, etc

6 May, Colettes Shows, Showing and Show Jumping, Barville Farm, Dover, Kent, CT15 5BQ, Tel: 07949 096086, E: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk 6-7 May, National Pet Show, “The nation’s favourite pet show! Meet hundreds of animals and hear from the pet experts”, Family Entertainment, Show Zones, and shopping, ExCel-London, One Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Docks, London, E16 1XL www.thenationalpetshow.com/london 6 May, Newlands Corner Riding Club, Open Unaffiliated Equi Cross (previously known as Jump Cross), The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Tel: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org 6-7 May, The Rockbourne Ride, Horse Driving Trials, The British Heavy Horse Driving Trials, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact: Rowena McDermott,Tel: 01725 511951, www.tenantry.co.uk 7 May, Frensham Cross Country Sponsored Ride, A 10 mile cross country course over scenic Frensham Common with a minimum of 40 optional jumps 2’6” / 2’9”, (9am to 2.30pm), Additional challenging jumps have been introduced for the bolder horse & rider, Other Cross Country events held on the day Children’s In Hand, Dog & Handler, Ride with Confidence, The ride raises funds for local charities, Stockbridge Farm, Tilford, Surrey, GU10 2DD, Tel: 07917 404247, www.frenshamsr.org

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Sunshine Tour Qualifiers Showing, jumping, dressage

Autumn Show & Fun Event 3rd September

One Day Event 25th June 2017 Open to all Bonfleur XC course, Linton, Nr Maidstone To include PC Area 11 qualifier and PC Grassroots qualifier 60cm to 100cm classes

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BLOSSOM RIDE at Wytherling Court, Molash, nr Canterbury SUNDAY 30th APRIL 2017 Starts 10am

10 miles of Countryside Rural Ride, no jumps.

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

9 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Dressage Training Days, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 10 May, Sevenoaks Riding Club, Informal Evening Dressage and Clear Round Jumping, Redlands, St Julian’s Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk 12 May, Great Bookham Shows, Evening Show Jumping, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Tel: 01372 451458 E: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info 13 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Mini Eventing, Level 1, 50cm, 60cm, 70cm, Teams and Individual, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Tel: 01737 644255, E: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/

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14 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 14 May, Chilham Park, Combined Training and Eventers Challenge, Chilham Park, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 8DB, Tel: 01227 730811, www.chilhampark.co.uk 14 May, Chipstead Riding Club, Hunter Trial, East Bysshe, Eastbourne Road, Newchapel, Lingfield, Surrey, RH7 6LF, www.chipsteadridingclub.co.uk 14 May, Farming World, Showing and Jumping, Farming World (Faversham Show Ground), Faversham, Kent, ME13 9SW. Organised by Colette’s Horse Shows, www.cbequine.co.uk

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show dates 14 May, Maidstone & District Riding Club, British Riding Clubs Area 10 NAF Five Star Horse Trials Qualifier.80cm to 110cm, Open to members of BRC Affiliated Clubs, Bonfleur Cross Country Course, Linton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4BD, www.maidstoneridingclub.co.uk 14 May, Merrist Wood British Dressage, Preliminary, Novice, Elementary, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 14 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Eventing, PC80, PC90, PC100, Teams and Individual, Open to all, commencing 9am, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Tel: 01737 644255, E: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 14 May, Plumpton Races, Ladies Day and pony racing finals, Plumpton Racecourse, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AL, www.plumptonracecourse.co.uk 14 May, Southdown Hunt East Pony Club, Spring Hunter Trial, Wivelsden Farm, North Common Road, Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8 4EH, http:// branches.pcuk.org/southdowneast/ 14 May, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Show Jumping, Speegate Farm, Fawkham,

Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Tel: 01474 888474, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 15 May, Speedgate Events, Andrew Day Clinic, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Kim Atkinson, Tel: 07834 170830, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 17 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Jason Webb Clinic, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 17 May, Great Bookham Shows, Evening Dressage and Clear Round, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Tel: 01372 451458 E: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info 18 May, Capricorn Equestrian, Unaffiliated Evening Dressage Competition, Intro, Prelim, and Novice, Capricorn Farm, Crockenhill Lane, Eynsford, Kent, DA4 0JL, Tel: 07587 747675, E: capricornequestrian@hotmail. co.uk, www.capricornequestrian.co.uk 20 May, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, West Kent Meopham Open Hunter Trial, Lodge Farm Cross-Country Course, Bramble Reed Lane, Matfield, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 7ET, www.lodgefarmcrosscountry.co.uk 20 May, Oaks Carriage Driving Club, Inside / Out, Burchetts Farm, Whitesmith, Lewes BN8 6HA, www.oaksdrivingclub.com

20 May, Posh Nags, Charity Show, Charity show in aid of Renal, Saddlesdane Equestrian Centre, Ashford Road, Badlesmere Nr, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0NX, E: poshnags@aol.com, www.poshnags.com 20 May, Southdown Hunt West Pony Club, Spring Jumping Show, X-Poles to 1 metre, plus Clear Round, Open to all, Refreshments & Photographer, Rosettes and sashes in all classes, Hickstead Showground, Hickstead, West Sussex, RH17 5NU, www.sdhwpc.org 20-22 May, Tweseldown, British Eventing Horse Trial, 90cm to Intermediate, Tweseldown Racecourse, Bourley Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 8AD, E: tweseldown@ gmail.co.uk, www.tweseldown.co.uk 21 May, Colettes Shows, White Horse Farm Show Jumping and Showing, White Horse Farm, White Horse Lane, Harvel, Meopham, Kent, DA13 0UE, Tel: 07949 096086, E: cbequine@ btinternet.com, www.cbequine.co.uk 21 May, Great Bookham Shows, Showing, and Dressage Show, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Tel: 01372 451458 E: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info 21 May, East Sussex Branch of the Pony Club, Mounted Games (Pony Club Members Only), The Pony Club Field, Montague Farm, Hankham, Pevensey, Sussex, BN24 5BB, www.pcuk.org/eastsussex

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21 May, Fair Oak Estate, Combined Show-Jumping and Cross Country, Courses from 53cm (1’ 9”) TO 99cm (3’ 3”), Miniminimus (XC Only), Minimus, Novice and Open Classes, Fair Oak Estate, Rogate, Petersfield. Hants, GU31 5HR, Tel: 01730 821508, www.fair-oak.co.uk

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21 May, Mount Mascal Stables, Unaffiliated Summer Dressage Series, (grass arenas), plus combined training, Intro A, Prelim 1 & 13, Jumping 1’9” to 2’, 2’ to 2’3”, and 2’3” to 2’6”, Mount Mascal Stables, Vicarage Road, Bexley, Kent, DA5 2AW Tel: 020 8300 3947, www.mountmascalstables.com

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

SPONSORED RIDE SUNDAY 7th MAY 2017 9am-2.30pm

Stockbridge Farm, Tilford, Surrey GU10 2DD A 10 mile cross country course over scenic Frensham Common with a variety of 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 day.

Online entries: https://www.equoevents.co.uk/ViewEvent/ViewEventDetails/6612 Online fundraising: https://mydonate.bt.com/events/fsr/369950 Postal entries: Mrs C Cook, 8 Sandy Lane Cottages, Sandy Lane, Rushmoor, Farnham GU10 2ET. Phone line enquiries from Monday May 1st - 07917 404247.

21 May, Speedgate Events, Unaffiliated Dressage, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ, Contact: Karen, Tel: 01474 888474, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 21 May, St Michaels Hospice Riding Club, Normanhurst Charity Ride and Walk, Normanhurst Estate, Catsfield, East Sussex TN33 9DL, Tel: 01424 838302, www. stmichaelshospiceridingclub.org.uk 24 May, Merrist Wood British Dressage, Novice Classes, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@ guildford.ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 24 May, Sevenoaks Riding Club, Show Jumping Training, Redlands, St Julian’s Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, Contact: S French, Tel: 07858 953992, www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk 26-30 May, Bodiam International Arena, Garden of England Western Riding Event, 2 x CRI (All Levels) 2 x AQHA Split Combined (4 Shows) 2 x NRHA/BR Slates Goe Versatility, Ranch Classes/WES/IKPHA, Court Lodge Farm, Bodiam, East Sussex, TN32 5UJ, Tel: 01580 830710, E: office@sterlingquarterhorse. com, www.sterlingranchuk.co.uk, www. gardenofenglandcircuit.co.uk 26 May, Great Bookham Shows, Evening Dressage, Great Bookham Equestrian Centre, Dorking Road, Great Bookham, Surrey, KT23 4PZ Tel: 01372 451458 E: shows@gbec.info, www.gbec.info

27 May, Heathfield & District Agricultural Show, first class venue for many Show qualifiers attracting top class exhibitors. There are 90 horse classes over the day with almost 600 entries each year. Classes start early in the morning with 6 dedicated Equine Rings showing horses and ponies both in hand and ridden, from miniatures to heavy horse, from carriage driving to side saddle, Ridden Cobs, Ridden Hunters, Driving, Side saddle, Thoroughbred & RoR, Riding Horses, Arabs, Something for all the family including Monster trucks, sheep cattle and pig and flower show, Farmers Market, Free entry for children, Little Tottingworth Farm, Broad Oak, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21 8UE, Contact Nicola Magill, Telephone: 01435 864587 Email: secretary@ heathfieldshow.org, www.heathfieldshow.org 27 May, Merrist Wood British Dressage, Novice, Music Freestyle, Elementary Classes, Merrist Wood Arena, Merrist Wood College, Holly Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU3 3PE, Tel: 01483 884147, E: arena@guildford. ac.uk, www.merristwoodarena.co.uk 28 May, Denne Hill Cross Country Ride, Open Day, Course will be open to non-members on the last Sunday in the month. Riders to arrive between 10am and 2pm. Pre-booking is not required, Denne Hill, Womenswold, Nr Canterbury, Kent, CT4 6HD, Tel: 01227 831203, E: caroline@dennehillcrosscountryride.co.uk, www.dennehillcrosscountryride.co.uk 28 May, Mid Surrey Branch of the Pony Club, Novice Show, Pony Club Field, Hurst Road, Walton on the Hill, Surrey, KT20 5BN, Contact: Gina Kitchener, Tel: 01737 644255, E: gina@midsurreyponyclub.co.uk, http:// branches.pcuk.org/midsurrey/schedules/ 28 May, Newlands Corner Riding Club, Open Unaffiliated Dressage & Showing Show, The Club Field, Hollister Farm, Nr Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9TD, Tel: 01483 205049, www.newlandscorner.org 28 May, Speedgate Events, Julia Buckle Polework Clinic, Speegate Farm, Fawkham, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8NJ. Contact: Karen, Tel: 01474 888474, E: events@ speedgate.co.uk, www.speedgate.co.uk 28 May, United Saddlebred Association UK, USA-UK May Festival Show, (Foreign Breeds only) 10th Anniversary Show, SA-UK May Festival Show, combining the USA-UK European Championship Show for American Saddlebreds with the largest show in the UK specifically for Foreign Breeds / World Breeds, Onley Grounds Equestrian Complex, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV23 8AJ, www.american-saddlebred.co.uk 29 May, East Sussex Branch of the Pony Club, Summer Show, Open to all, classes for everyone, The Pony Club Field, Montague Farm, Hankham, Pevensey, Sussex, BN24 5BB, www.pcuk.org/eastsussex 29 May, The Rockbourne Ride, Pony Club Show, Wilton Pony Club, Tenantry Farm, Rockbourne, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3PB, Contact Fran Lockyear, Tel: 01725 517735, www.tenantry.co.uk 29 May, Squirrells Riding School Fun Show, Showing and Show Jumping, In Hand, Ridden Classes and Show Jumping, Show Jumping Qualifiers, Squirrells Riding School, Common Road, Bluebell Hill, ME5 9RG, Tel: 07713 323968, E: i.squirrell@sky. com, www.squirrellsridingschool.co.uk 29 May, The Surrey County Show, Hunters, Side-saddle, RoR, Cobs, Riding horse, Ridden colured, Show Ponies, Working Hunter, M&M, Donkeys, Sports horse, Show jumping and Scurry, Maxi cobs and Skewbalds and Piebalds, M&M RIHS qualifiers, In Hand coloured classes and TSR qualifiers, Stoke Park, Guildford GU1 1ER (Sat Nav: GU1 1TU), www.surreycountyshow.co.uk 30 May, Sevenoaks Riding Club, Informal Evening Dressage and Clear Round Jumping, Redlands, St Julian’s Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, www.sevenoaksrc.co.uk

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