Add your horse to the website for just £10 per year and create an online record of your horses’ results

What is Equestrian Results.co.uk?

It’s an online results database for equestrian competitions.  It receives results from equestrian centres, clubs and associations and displays those results by horse.

How to I add my horse’s details to the website?

You click the ‘sign up’ link on the home page and create a user account for you as a rider/owner.  You then log in, scroll to the bottom of the page and click ‘add horse’.  Insert your animals details and you can even enjoy 30 days free before paying the nominal fee of £10 per year.

How do I get my horses results included on the website?

Once you have added your horse, simply compete at a show listed in the ‘upcoming shows’ section on the website and your results will be added for you.

This is a screenshot of the ‘upcoming shows’ page, where competitors can clearly see which shows will be storing their results on the website.

What equestrian centres are offering this service to their competitors?

Portmore Equestrian Centre, Georges Island Road, Aghalee, Co Armagh, BT67 0DW

Gransha Equestrian Centre, 10a Kerrs Road, Bangor, Co. Down, BT19 7QD

Limepark Equestrian Centre, 5 Lime Kiln Rd, Moira, Craigavon, BT67 0JD

Connell Hill Equestrian Centre, 48 Drumsough Road, Randalstown, Co. Antrim, BT41 2NW

What about clubs and league dates?

The Inter-venue Tour beginning in February, and Show Jumper of the Year organised by the hard working team at Mossvale also plan to add their league dates to the website.

If you search by venue, you can see the shows your favourite equestrian centre has coming up displayed in date order

Winter riding club Inter-club dates are also being entered, the Portmore round on 19th January will be included in our results.

We look forward to including results from more equestrian centres over the coming months.  If you run an equestrian centre and would like information on how to add your dates, please email admin@equestrianresults.co.uk

Do you store Dressage results?

Yes! We cover dressage, combined training, all jumping disciplines and even showing.  On your horse summary page, any scores you’ve achieved greater than 60% will be displayed for each level.

How are results displayed in showing?

Your placed outings are shown by class, so if you compete in small hunters, the number of times you have been placed from 1st to 6th will be shown, and if you click ‘full results’ on your horses summary page, you can see those results in further detail.  (Working hunter results are also included.)

Typical summary page for a horse shown above, with identity details shown on the left and a summary of clear rounds at each height and other achievements shown on right.

What is an online summary page?

An online summary page is a place where your horses details are included on the left hand side of your page, while a summary of your achievements is displayed on the right organised by discipline.  These include the number of double clear rounds you’ve jumped at each height, over 60% dressage scores, and placed outings in showing.

Are training Shows included?

Yes, we encourage competitors to build an online profile of results for their horses and ponies in classes from cross pole classes upwards.  Our aim is to increase the number of competitors out each week and weekend at local equestrian centres, to include children and adults regardless of their level of ability.  Training shows, unregistered local shows, riding club events and those held by associations are also welcome.

Where do I go to add my horse to Equestrian Results.co.uk?

Click here to visit the website, or copy and paste this link into your web browser:  www.equestrianresults.co.uk Once you are on the website, click the ‘sign up’ link on the left hand side and fill in your details.

Here’s some information on this year’s new look winter series… (or visit the NIWHA website)

The new look Winter Series will have eight dates, mostly Sunday events, started in September, with one show per month, and finishing in April with a two day show. Each month will be run with two phases, a jumping arena and a show/second phase arena; all our venues have been carefully chosen to accommodate this format.
We are delighted to introduce three new venues to the Winter Series. Gransha Equestrian Centre, in North Down will host our January 2013 show, we know many of our County Down competitors will enjoy the short journey to this great venue, and Adrienne and Kirsty Stewart will provide a challenging course for all our competitors.

After a long absence we are excited to be able to bring Working Hunter back to Danescroft Equestrian Centre in Lisburn, we will be airing our own fences with some new obstacles to test competitors. The Meadows Equestrian Centre, off the M1, is our third new venue, and it will be hosting our two day event at the end of the Winter Series in April. This will incorporate showing classes alongside the working hunter classes, and anyone who attended National Balmoral will know of the fantastic courses which Aaron McCusker produced away from home, so imagine what we will get on his home ground.

We will of course be revisiting our grassroots venues, Laurel View Equestrian Centre at Templepatrick, who have supported N.I.W.H.A. for many years and Laurel Faloona and her team will kick off our Winter Series in style. We will also be returning to Knockagh View Equestrian Centre at Greenisland, where Ruth Wilson always sets a real challenge with her courses.

All our venues will be providing catering on the day for the competitors and their helpers and we will have a photographer on hand to capture the action. You can contact Equi-tog on tom@eui-tog.com or 07770 843545

WINTER SERIES 2012-2013 DATES FOR DIARY:
Sunday 9th September 2012 – Laurel View Equestrian Centre – Horses 9.00am
Sunday 21st October 2012 – Knockagh View Equestrian Centre – Ponies 9.00am
Saturday 10th November 2012 – Knockagh View Equestrian Centre – Horses 9.00am
CHANGE OF DATE AND VENUE DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND DANESCROFT AND THE COMMITTEE’S CONTROL
Sunday 9th December 2012 – Knockagh View Equestrian Centre – Ponies 9.00am
Sunday 13th January 2013 – Gransha Equestrian Centre – Horses 9.00am
Sunday 10th February 2013 – Danescroft Equestrian Centre – Ponies 9.00am
Sunday 10th March 2013 – Laurel View Equestrian Centre – Horses 9.00am
Saturday 13th/Sunday 14th April 2013 – Meadows Equestrian Centre

All shows will start at 9.00am sharp with the horse and pony classes alternating month about.
The committee have worked hard to provide the highest standards of judges from throughout Ireland for our new Winter Series.

All shows will be run strictly to N.I.W.H.A. rules, which can be downloaded from the website andFacebook page.
New memberships will be accepted from 1st September 2012 and membership renewals from 1st November 2012.

Everyone is welcome to compete at N.I.W.H.A. shows but only members receive discounted class entries throughout the Winter Series.
NB-*PASSPORTS AND HEIGHT CERTS. WILL BE CHECKED AND MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT ALL SHOWS
ENTRY FEES: MEMBERS £10 – NON MEMBERS £15

Membership of N.I.W.H.A. provides access to many new advantages introduced by the committee this year for the first time. Family membership is available at no additional cost. Apart from the usual reduced entry fees of £10 at the Winter Series, there will be reductions at our two major shows next April and July, plus classes specific to the members at these shows. We have introduced a new ‘ photo shot’ feature where our photographer sends each member a pic of their day out after each event, this has already been very well received. Members are kept updated on events and news by emails and texts as well as our new website and facebook.

SCHEDULE FOR WINTER SERIES

PONIES
CLASS 1 – Lead Rein assisted – cross poles – Fences 1 – 6
Riders aged 3 years and above

CLASS 2 – Working Hunter Pony – 50cms – Fences 1 – 8
Riders of any age, and may be assisted.

CLASS 3 – Four year old Working Hunter Pony – 60cms – Fences 1 – 8
Riders must be appropriate age for pony height.

CLASS 4 – M&M WHP up to and including 122cms – 60cms – Fences 1 – 8
Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER
CLASS 5 – Working Hunter Pony – 60cms – Fences 1 – 8
Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER for ponies not exceeding 122cm,riders under 11yrs 1/1/13

CLASS 6 – M & M WHP exceeding 122cms up to 138cms – 70cms – Fences 1 – 12
Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 7 – Working Hunter Pony – 70cms – Fences 1 – 12

Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER for ponies not exceeding 133cm, riders under 12.yrs 1/1/13

CLASS 8 – Working Hunter Pony – 80cms Fences 1 – 12
Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER for ponies not exceeding 133cms, riders under 14yrs 1/1/13

CLASS 9 – M&M WHP exceeding 138cms – 80/90cms – Fences 1 – 12
Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 10 – Working Hunter Pony – 90cms Fences – 1 – 12
Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER for ponies not exceeding 143cms, riders under 17yrs 1/1/13

CLASS 11 – Working Hunter Pony – 1 metre Fences – 1 – 12
Riders of any age + NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER for ponies not exceeding 153cms, riders under 20yrs 1/1/13

HORSES MUST EXCEED 148cms IN ALL CLASSES. RIDERS MUST BE 14yrs AND OVER.

HORSES
CLASS 12 – Four year old Working Hunter Horse – 70cms – Fences 1 – 10
NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 13 – Working Hunter Horse – 70cms – Fences 1 – 12

CLASS 14 – Working Hunter COB – 80cms Fences 1 – 12
NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 15 – Working Hunter Horse – 80cms – Fences 1 – 12
NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 16 – Working Hunter SMALL HORSE – 80/90cms- Fences 1 – 12
NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 17 – Working Hunter Horse – 90cms – Fences 1 – 12
NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 18 – Working Hunter Horse – 1metre – Fences 1 – 12
NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER

CLASS 19 – Working Hunter Horse – 1.10metres – Fences 1 – 12
NORTHERN IRELAND FESTIVAL QUALIFIER
* Please note that N.I.W.H.A. reserve the right to cancel or amalgamate classes as necessary on the day
Click here to visit the N.I.W.H.A. website
Click here to view the membership application form for N.I.W.H.A.
Click here to view a printable version of the 2012/2013 winter series

With the growth in demand for working hunter and showing classes, N.I.W.H.A. want to create an event fit for everyone, from the newcomer, trying it out for the first time to the seasoned and professional rider. To help and to encourage the newcomers we have put together some advice on how to dress, and tips for the turn out of the horse and pony for competition which may help impress the judge.
The secret to good presentation of rider and horse/pony is to arrive early and allow plenty of time to get ready.
Dressing for Working Hunter
The velvet riding hat with flesh coloured harness and a fixed peak is traditional, but skull cap with a velvet or plain black, brown or navy silk cover is acceptable. Hats should be correctly secured and meet current safety standards.
A well fitted tweed jacket is standard for day classes, and navy for evening classes.
A stock may be worn or a shirt and tie. If choosing a stock, it should be a self-tie stock and not a ready tied stock as it is felt that ready tied stocks look less professional. Stocks must be secured with a stock pin, attached horizontally.
Gloves must always be worn in competition. They should be leather or leather look and brown or tan in colour.
Jodhpurs should be canary or beige in colour, and should not be white.
Boots should be leather and polished, adults and intermediates wear full length black leather boots or leather short boots with leather half chaps or gaiters.
Children should wear brown leather jodhpur boots secured with matching jodhpur clips.
Hair should be neatly secured in a hairnet and tied back with a scrunchie or ribbon.
Spurs can be worn in horse classes, if horse does not need spurs, dummy spurs can be worn.
Spurs may not be worn in the pony classes.
Whips may be carried, but not schooling whips.
Make-up for adults looks well as long as it is neutral and discreet.
Body protectors are recommended for the jumping phase and may be removed for the ridden/second phase of working hunter.

Tack
Tack should be supple and spotlessly clean.
Tack should be plain and dark havana or black in colour.
There are no restrictions on bits, martingales or nosebands, but bitless bridles are not allowed at NIWHA events.
Bridles should be plain with no bling or any coloured browbands or white piping. Rolled or padded browbands and nosebands are acceptable as long as they are one colour.
It is important to remember that no changes are allowed to tack between the jumping and ridden/second phase, ie. if using a martingale for jumping it must remain for the whole of the class.
Saddles should, most importantly, fit the horse and the rider. Ideally a saddle to show off your horses shoulder.
The only exception to the changing of tack rule is protective boots. Dark coloured brushing boots are allowed for the jumping phase and MUST be removed for the ridden/second phase. Hind boots are not permitted in senior classes.
If using a numnah it should be match the tack and kept close to the saddle. Saddlecloths are not acceptable.
Girths should be dark in colour, to match the tack, preferably leather. Stud girths are permitted be cannot be changed for ridden/second phase.

Whips in a dark colour may be used but should not exceed 75cms, no schooling whips are allowed and cannot be changed between phases.

Bits
Check shows regulations/rules. NIWHA allows all suitable bits except hackamores. The judge may take the type of bit you are using into consideration during marking. The simpler the bit the more impressed the judge will be, ie. A loose ring or egg butt snaffle would be preferred and especially on a young horse/pony.

REMEMBER: NO CHANGE OF TACK IS PERMITTED BETWEEN PHASE 1 AND PHASE 2

The Horse
The horse/pony should be turned out as if it was in a ridden show hunter class.
Mane and forelock should be plaited. The number of plaits should complement the horse’s neck and overall shape. Plait on right side of neck.
Tails may be pulled at the dock not plaited. Length of tail should be approximately two inches below the hocks. It should also be well combed…mane and tail or coat shine can help the look.
Feathers on fetlocks should be trimmed and the horse/pony may be clipped neatly. The inside of ears, jaw line and whiskers should be trimmed.
It should be noted that M&M breeds, in their breed classes, are presented in their nature state, with unplaited mane, untrimmed legs and flowing tail.
Cobs should be hogged.
Horses must be clean with no stable marks. Use hoods and bandages to keep clean in stable and while travelling. Oil hoofs before entering ring. Add quarter markers….simple yet effective. A little baby oil around eyes and muzzle may highlight facial features.

The overall picture should be neat, tidy and clean as it is the first thing the judge will see as you enter the ring.

The show
Always check the time of your class and allow approx. half an hour per class.
Listen to announcements on classes and ask stewards who are always available at NIWHA.
Give yourself plenty of time to warm up and get prepared. Don’t leave yourself rushing as it only stresses you and your horse.
Get the horse ready first, then yourself. Stay clean!
Always wait for the course to be declared open before walking it.
Know your course and walk it.
Watch how it is jumping.
Preparation at home is the key to success. Lots of flatwork! Jumps are only obstacles in the way of your flatwork!
Never keep the judge waiting. Be at the gate ready to enter as the combination before you are beginning their round
Trot to your judge on entering the arena. DO NOT WALK IN
No need to salute before you jump. Salute after you jump.
Horse should stand square when you salute. Halt on the track after jumping and salute…no need to come to your judge!
Smile and be pleasant, this can earn you brownie points!
DO NOT do 10 laps of the arena before attempting Fence 1.
After Phase 1 remove the horse’s boots immediately and be ready to enter for Phase 2.
At NIWHA shows with more than one ring in operation you will go straight to Phase 2 in the next arena.
At the end of phase two, when called into your place trot to your space.

All the points above are for guidance and will apply at County and Championship Shows, at our training shows over the Winter Series our judges will usually allow discretion on details, but it is good to treat every show as a major event and get into the habit of good preparation and turn out, so it becomes second nature and is therefore not a hassle then the big show comes along.

Marking System

Phase 1
A maximum of 70marks are available for this section – 50 for jumping and 20 for style, manners and way of going while jumping.
Every fence down is minus 10pts. First refusal is minus 15pts. Second refusal is minus 20pts. The third is elimination and you must leave the arena.
A fall of horse/pony and/or rider is elimination and the rider is not allowed to remount in the arena. The horse should be led out of the ring.
These minus marks will be deducted from the 50 marks available.
The score for style/way of going will then be added onto the jump score.

Phase 2
A maximum of 50 marks are available in this phase. 20 marks for conformation, type and freedom of action. 20 marks for the ride and manners. 10 marks for turn out.
The score from phase one and two are then added together to give a total/final score to allow the places to be decided.
A score in the 90′s is considered a high standard.
Competitors on the same score, the competitor with the highest jumping mark will be given the higher placing.
Competitors may view their marks beside the entry desk after each competition.

The priority of the NIWHA Winter Series is to allow the training of the young horse/pony and for newcomers and new partnerships to gain vital experience, so we encourage our judges to allow competitors to complete the course even if they have been disqualified and the competitors are encouraged to go forward to the phase two to again get the experience.

Winter Series
NIWHA classes are set by height in centimetres starting with 50cms for ponies and 70cms for horses.
A specific class is provided by NIWHA for Lead Rein competitors
Ponies may be ridden by any age, child or adult, except where the competitor is using the class as a qualifier for Northern Ireland Festival. In this case the specific NIF class regulations must be adhered to by the competitor wishing to gain a qualification card.
Hors Concours
These entries are with the permission of NIWHA officials on the day of the show and are accepted for riders of horses/ponies ineligible for the class of entry, providing the class does not precede a class in which the rider or animal is entered by right.

Please feel free to visit the NIWHA website to find out more about the organisation and enjoy their new and exciting format for 2012/2013.

Clogher Valley Country Caravan Park is accredited as the 1st British Horse Society, Horse Welcomeapproved establishment in Ireland. Bring your horse on holiday with you with a new seven stable block within a secure court courtyard, post and rail fenced sand arena. Livery services are available and all horse requirements are catered for at Clogher Valley Country Caravan Park as well.

The park is in the heart of the Clogher Valley making it a welcome respite for a weary traveller with their horse lorry, or trailer, tent, caravan, or motorhome. Situated half-way between Clogher and Fivemiletown, 400 yards off the main A4 route to the heart of the Lakes and the West of Northern Ireland. With a FULL 12 Month Licence you can come and go, or stay all year long!

This West side of Northern Ireland is an area of remarkable scenic beauty with winding lanes, forests, lakes, and areas untouched by modern society. There are towns and villages both modern and historical where you can explore the Irish heritage and way of life or take dander around the wide selection of shops in the larger towns such as Dungannon, Enniskillen or Omagh. You can also take a drive across the border into Monaghan in Southern Ireland and have the best of both worlds.

The park is nestled in 18 acres of parkland, it abounds in tree varieties that provide an amazing array of changing colour in Autumn.

The woodlands also conceal an assortment of wildlife including squirrels, deer, ducks and other wild birds. The park is a short distance from Fardross Forest with forest walks and trails.

Neil and Sandra Somerville with Lynda Bryans at the launch of the Clogher Country Caravan Park residential homes.

The Somerville family put particular emphasis on welcoming the unexpected tourers who turn up at the caravan park. A peaceful family environment where children can explore and play while their parents relax or join in, where couples can spend quality time together in the sanctuary of the park or forest, or just a place you can retire to and enjoy your twilight years.

If you love the peace and freedom of the countryside follow your dreams and move or retire here, free more of your money to enjoy life. Are you just starting out, a first time buyer looking for your first home? Why not come and talk to us about living on-site and enjoy the benefits of a slower pace of life, living in the healthy environment of the park all year round. Join our close-nit friendly community, live your life be free, life is for living so now’s the time to start enjoying living instead of slogging the years away.

The Clogher Valley Country Park has so much to offer, the best way to find out about us is come along and see for yourself, experience the atmosphere live the dream enjoy the freedom and let us take the weight from your shoulders be it a short break, holiday or a life changing move you are sure to enjoy your time with us.

LOG CABIN – HOLIDAY HIRE
Our 2 bedroom Log Cabin (sleeps 7) is now available to hire. With double glazing and central heating the Log Cabin can be hired anytime throughout the season (March – November)

Fully furnished, 1 double room and a Trio Bunk room comprising of a Double bed with a single bunk above, bedding and bedlinen are supplied. The trio bunk room also has a television video combi to keep the children entertained!! There is an open plan living dining area with colour plasma television and the sitee converts into a double bed. The spacious interior will provide you excellent accommodation with the comforts of home making life easy for a stress free holiday. The Touring, Camping Area of Clogher Valley Country Caravan Park has room for 33 tourers and over 80 pitches. Level grass and hard standing pitches with electric and water points close by. With a 12 month licence you can enjoy all seasons: come and go all throughout

the year.

The new shower and toilet block incorporating laundry and dish-washing facilities is now up and running.

We are a Four Star Northern Ireland Tourist Board Hoilday Park. We have a large campsite on the edge of Fardross Forest Park. For a friendly, clean and modern campsite, touring site or holiday in Ireland.

Local Area 
The respected Necarne International Equestrian Centre at Irvingstown, and the Ecclesville Equestrian Centre at Fintona and our own Forest Stables at Fivemiletown provide excellent facilities for the riding enthusiast or novice.Clogher Valley Country Park is an ideal centre for your holiday activities with facilities nearby for angling (course or fly), cycling, golf riding or just taking an invigorating walk. Day licenses for trout fishing on the Blackwater River are available on request as are arrangements for golfing with three golf courses within ten miles of Clogher at Fivemiletown, Fintona and Aughnacloy and another two slightly further a field at Enniskillen and Omagh.Among many places of interest for the cyclist or walker are Knockmany Cairn with its view of seven counties, Lumford’s Glen with its waterfall is one of Tyrone’s best kept secrets; Augher Castle and lake, Clogher Cathedral and hillfort, Carleton’s Cottage, Fardross Forest Park, and St
Patrick’s Chair and well where many a wish is made Or why not stroll by the Blackwater River or in the Slieve Beagh Hills? Two small museums at near by Fivemiletown provide an insight into the areas past.

Each year the Clogher Valley plays host to two significant events which attract visitors from all over Ireland and further afield. The Clogher Valley Agricultural Show held at Augher on the last Wednesday of July is now the largest one day show in Ireland. About 10 days later, in early August, the William Carleton Summer School takes place in Clogher. This five day event brings together writers, poets and Carleton scholars for a programme of lectures, poetry, music and drama with local tours. Clogher Community Festival and the Spoilan Fair provide an added attraction for visitors during the Carleton Week.

 

Pictured right: Sandra and Zoe Somerville competing at this years annual Clogher Show, not far from their own Clogher Country Caravan Park.

Why not visit the lovely Castle Leslie Estate and Equestrian Centre where the famous wedding took place of Sir Paul McCartney and Heather Mills at Glaslough Church, only 15 miles away. For visitors wishing to travel a little further the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh is less than 20 miles north, the historic City of Armagh. With its two St Patrick’s Cathedrals. Planetarium, Mall and Train Centre lies approximately one hour’s drive to the east, The beautiful Lakes of Fermanagh to the west include many attractions such as the Marble Arch Caves, two National Trust properties at Castlecoole and Florencecourt the world famous Belleek Pottery and Enniskillen Castle Museum.

 

Clogher Valley Country Caravan Park

9 Fardross Road
Clougher
County Tyrone
BT76 0HG
UK

Please click on the link below to submit an e-mail enquiry

Email: info@cloghervalley.co.uk

Tel: 028 8554 8932

www.cloghervalley.co.uk

The Castle, at the heart of the Estate, offers authentic original interiors and old-style hospitality and is a complete respite from the world. The Lodge is the social hub of the Estate and brings locals and guests together in an atmosphere of conviviality and comfort. The Old Stable Mews and Village Houses are the perfect spot for groups that want the convenience of hotel living combined with private self catering.

The Estate offers an idyllic setting for outdoor activity and adventure. It is the perfect place to discover the thrill of exploring the beautiful Irish countryside on horseback. We welcome riders of all ability and offer expert tuition, gentle hacks and exhilarating cross-country rides. The Equestrian Centre combines the authentic charm of a country estate with all the amenities you’d expect from one of Ireland’s best horse-riding locations:

* Over 300 cross country jumps including water complex
*1,000 acre private estate
* 100 new cross-country jumps from knee high to knee tremblers built by Willis Bros. of Badminton Horse Trials fame
* 21 miles of meandering bridleways
* Mile-long all-weather gallop
* 56 stables
* Virtual horse for beginners
* 50×30 meter indoor arena with indoor cross-country fences
* Tiered seating for 200 plus private dining/viewing room

As one of Europe’s finest equestrian playgrounds, Castle Leslie Estate offers memorable horse riding holiday experiences for riding enthusiasts of all levels. So whether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, Castle Leslie Estate is the place for you.

EQUESTRIAN PACKAGES
‘Hotel for Horses’
As a BHS-approved ‘Hotel for Horses’ we’ve created a very special overnight package for both you and your horse! Join us for overnight bed and full Irish breakfast with full overnight livery for your horse and enjoy a complimentary ride on the Estate as part of any organized group ride.
Price €210 per room.
‘You and Your Horse’
Enjoy a two-night stay in a four-bedroom Village House with a hearty full Irish breakfast, a gourmet lunch including – Soup, Sandwich and Tea or Coffee, full overnight Livery for your horse and enjoy a complimentary ride on the Estate as part of any organized group ride.
Please note this package is based on a minimum of a two-night stay and a minimum of four guests per house.
Price €310 per person sharing.
‘Horse Sport’ – 3 or 5 days
For the more experienced rider looking to improve their riding skills. This package incorporates a mix of show jumping, cross country, dressage and estate rides. This is a 3 or a 5 day programme, 3 hours riding per day, 3 or 5 nights bed & breakfast and a 2 course meal each night in Conor’s Bar. Activity will be part of a group session.
Price €648 per person sharing

Giddy Up Girls!
Getaway with your girlfriends for a fun filled 2 days at Castle Leslie Estate. Stay overnight in a luxurious 4 or 5 bedroom Village House. On arrival take a peek inside your fridge, home treats such as a welcome breakfast basket including yogurt, juice, milk, sliced bread and butter, three 6 packs of premier beer, three bottles of wine, three pizzas & three tubs of ice cream. And that’s not all … proceed to the living room, where all the ingredients for the perfect Girls Night In awaits you! An open fire and a box of treats to include – chocolate, popcorn, snacks and a variety of legendary chic flicks such as – Dirty Dancing, Pretty Woman, PS I Love You or Sex in the City. On the second day, enjoy a 1 hour gentle hack/horseback ride around the estate with a delicious 2 course lunch in Conor’s bar accompanied by a perfectly chilled glass of bubbly. Finally, relax on an evening of your choice with a 4 course dinner in the 2 AA Rosette award winning Snaffles Restaurant at The Lodge.

Price: €235 per person sharing

All riding must be booked prior to arrival
Above packages valid from July-Oct 2012 except ‘Giddy Up Girls’ which is valid until Dec 2012.
All packages are subject to availability.

Castle Leslie Estate, Glaslough, Co. Monaghan
Tel: +353 (0) 47 88100 Email: info@castleleslie.com Web: www.castleleslie.com

What fun we all had – both horses and riders!!!!.

The first of the camps at Kildalton College, Co Kilkenny Camp at the end of May may have been small but it was superb and everyone left feeling really happy.  Faith Ponsonby BHSI, Trish Lalor BHSII, T, SM and Rosemary Gaffney BHSI were brilliant and all had a good time.

The new venue was superb for the seven BHS Ireland Adult Summer Camps at Enniskillen Campus, Co Fermanagh during June.

The facilities included a newly surfaced indoor school of 25m X 40m, a large outdoor of 50m X 70m which was divided in two and a large sand arena.  Everyone was pleased with the arenas and with the compactness and ease of use of the Enniskillen Campus site.  Stabling was large and airy in two blocks and good hay and haylage was provided.

The view of the lake, with lakeside irises and wildlife, which included ducks and swans was really spectacular and added to the feeling of country.  Whilst the circular wood chip “walk and trot track” or circular gallop was a great favourite for both warming up and cooling down and of course a small amount of safe hacking was also available on site.
The programme of events included lectures on “Equestrian Terminology”, “The Anatomy of the Horse” and “The Basics of Lateral Work”, which was followed up by a ridden demonstration of lateral work by Mandi King BHS II SM. Thanks to our lecturers Alison Mastin Moore BHSI, Jo Winfield FBHS and Laura Smyth.

Two lessons a day were offered consisting of a mixture of flatwork, jumping and cross-country.  And of course the instructors were all brilliant and included Mandi King BHS II SM, Bergie Prakken BHSI, Alison Mastin Moore BHS I, Jo Winfield FBHS, Patrick Print FBHS, Donald Kear BHSI, Colwyn Griffiths BHSAI (Int T).

Campers were able to avail of yoga stretching, with Gabriele Tottenham of Innishbeg Cottages, Blaney Spa and Yoga Centre, on two mornings of each camp which helped with aches and pains and assisted with the development of a good riding position.

The entertainment on the evening of day two was mainly music and singing with a bit of dancing thrown in.  We had some very talented people and many good tryers!!!

But of course the highlight for all was viewing the superb photographs taken by Andrew Towe of Parkway Photography (www.parkwayphotography.co.uk) and the action video by Susan Irwin on the evening of day three.

Comments from happy campers showed just how much fun was had by all:-

• Just home from an amazing camp at Enniskillen College. Excellent instruction and company -and an amazing pony !!!  Many thanks to all involved – including the photographer- Andrew Towe of Parkway photography. Roll on camp number 2. — with Mandi King, Jo Winfield and Susan Irwin
• Well done Susan for the amazing 2012 BHS summer adult camps – nearly a month of activity – fantastic to teach along with so many great instructors and to meet old and new friends
• Thanks Susan for a brill weekend. Had a ball and cannot wait until next year, if I ever recover from this one
• Thanks Susan for a brilliant weekend at camp – it was our first time and didn’t have a clue in what to expect and I have to say it was 100% times better than what we thought it would be – had a ball, met new friends, instructors were brilliant, horses were well behaved and most of all the craic was fantastic – can’t wait until next year
• Thanks to Susan and the rest of the team for a lovely break at Enniskillen Campus with my horse. Had a lovely time, especially the irish dancing!!
• Fab fab fab-cant wait for next year! Huge thanks to Susan and the team for a wonderful time both on and off the horse!
• Many thanks Susan for a fabulous camp. It was priceless.
• Just back from camp – had an absolute ball! Met loads of new friends and the instructors were brilliant – thanks to everyone for organising it. Xx
• Thank you very much for organising such a good camp for us.  It was well worth waiting for!! My third attempt to join.  The instructors were excellent, facilities superb and I enjoyed meeting many new people.

You still have one more chance this year to attend a BHS Ireland Adult Summer Camp – the last one of the year is from 23 to 26 August at Gurteen College, Co Tipperary.
(Please remember you must be a BHS Gold Member to attend!)

To discuss further please contact Susan Irwin, BHS Development Officer for Ireland. 
Email: s.irwin@bhs.org.uk, Phone: 0044(0)2892683801, 
Mobile: 0044(0)7808141079
Find us on Facebook 
Website: www.bhsireland.com

Drumaknockan House Stables - William Greene

Drumaknockan House Stables is situated on 90 acres of picturesque countryside in Hillsborough and is easily accessible from the A1 making it a prime location for those travelling from Lisburn, Belfast, Dromore, Banbridge, Ballynahinch and Hillsborough.
It boasts a large ‘American Style Barn’ making the stabling light and airy containing 14 12×12 stables with automatic drinkers and high low hayracks. The secure tack room consists of individual tack lockers for each client ensuring that valuables and belongings are kept safe at all times. The hot water wash bay with solarium makes getting ready for shows easy, no need for buckets of hot water and a sponge!!

The facility also includes the use of a 2km off road ride and gallop for their clients which is great for getting horses fit or for generally just having a bit of fun!! These tracks can also be used by the general public at £10 per horse / pony. Should you prefer to hack a bit further, the surrounding quiet country roads make ideal hacking routes with many to choose from.The 60m x 35m sand arena is flood lit and full enclosed with ranch fencing (pictured right)

There are 3 different livery packages on offer at very competitive rates, please contact William for further details on 077 321 43189 or you can visit and join our Facebook page where we have lots of photographs of the yard and facilities.

The yard consists of:

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American’ style barn with 14 12×12 stables
Automatic drinkers
High low hay racks
Individual Tack Lockers
Hot Water Wash Bay
Solarium
60×35 Sand Arena with Full Set of Jumps
2km Off Road Ride
5 Furlong Hill Gallop
All Year Turn Out
Quiet Hacking Routes
Kitchen/Social Area
Shower and Changing Facilities
Car, Lorry and Box Parking

This business has a family history steeped in horsemanship so here’s a little about the man behind the business…
Drumaknockan House Stables is owned and managed by William Greene.

Last year grant assistance enabled William to develop a new equestrian centre, featuring a highly popular off road trekking facility with hill gallop and a purpose built ‘American Style Barn’ with 14 state-of-the-art livery stables. Here William tells us a bit of the history of Drumaknockan House and how his grandfather played a big roll in his life and where he gained his experience through the years.

Pictured right are L-R Peter Shortt, Lagan Rural Partnership, Aldermann Jim Dillon, Roger Graham of Grahams Contracts Ltd and William Greene.

 
Drumaknockan House has been in the Mitchell family for 150 years and was passed down to William by his late grandfather Mr Billy Mitchell.

Billy was a keen horseman and was well known by his piers for his wealth of knowledge within the equestrian world. He bred many successful show horses including ‘Hard Gloss’ pictured left, as well as show jumpers and hunters, this breeding density has also been passed down to William and has become the foundation stock of the Drumaknockan House breeding program.

William owes his vast knowledge of his horsemanship to his grandfather, as he was the one who taught him to ride and care for horses from an early age. Pictured right: William (aged 10) and the infamous ‘Sadie’ (aged 10) on their way to winning one of many cups presented at Mossvale Equestrian Centre encouraged by grandfather. (Sadie is still jumping strong, having won the 2012 charity schools jumping title under the careful direction of young rider Hannah Agnew.)
William also studied at CAFRE, Enniskillen for 5 years where he completed his FdSc degree in Equine studies and a National Diploma in Horse Management.

While studying at CAFRE William competed at the International Intervarsity’s in Philadelphia and the World Young Breeder Championships in Denmark, representing the Irish Horse Board, he also gained valuable work experience with Clem McMahon and Andrea Etter at Belmount House Stud, riding many of their top show jumping horses.

After CAFRE William travelled to Belgium where he trained with Marcelle Romborts, for 2 years, here he gained valuable experience jumping Grand Prix horses on the Belgium National Circuit. This is also where he sourced some of his own top horses including, ‘Union Jack’ (pictured above) who is one of Drumaknockan’s resident stallions and his grand prix showjumper ‘Axel B’, (Pictured below right).

William currently has many young horses in training including the other resident stallion ‘Edentrillick Maximus’ a 5 year old by ‘Loughern Connaught’, out of William’s grandfathers mare ‘Spring Delight’ and also in training and proving to be a great eventer is ‘Edentrillick Levi’ a 6 year old gelding by Cyrano and also out of ‘Spring Delight by hunters delight.

When stabling at Drumaknockan House, your horse receives the attention of 24/7 on site experienced personnell allowing you to enjoy peace of mind.

William also provides lessons and schooling services for riders of all ages and abilities, should you want to improve your own riding skills or school your horse from breaking to competitive tuning.

The facilities are second to none and this luxury livery yard provides services to suit every level of horse owner, from leisure riders, to competitive owners.

William Greene 0773 214 3189 Drumaknockan House Stables, 9 Drumaknockan Lane, Hillsborough, County Down, BT26 6QS, or visit us on Facebook by clicking here

Now in their fourth year of business, they find that a lot of work comes from referrals due to clients spreading the word about their professional, sympathetic and understanding way of taking care of each pet and client.

Lynsey tells us a little about the services they offer and why they have received so many glowing testimonials over the years.

“Being horse owners ourselves, we knew how distressing it was to see our much loved horse being taken to the knackers yard after it had passed away. We offer a complete and dignified service to each of our customers, starting with the collection of the body and ending with the delivery of the ashes in a beautiful chest or casket of your choice with engraved nameplate.

Up until now the options have been very limited for horse owners in Northern Ireland and indeed throughout Ireland. Glenvine now provide an alternative option if they find themselves in the unfortunate position of their equine friend passing away.

We try to make it as comfortable for the client as possible, offering to collect small animals from the home or veterinary clinic. Some clients prefer to come straight to the crematorium so we cater for all individual needs.

We are D.A.R.D approved and have all the regulatory and legal requirements, and being family run there is a more caring and personal touch which is very important to us. We also offer if required a bereavement service through the blue cross for both large and small animals.

We cover all areas of Ireland and prices vary according to requirements.”

New website launched…

We have just launched a new website to show our full range of services, we have photographs of our caskets and urns to display the full range. There is a full page dedicated to testimonials from clients who felt they wanted to put a note in writing about our service as it is always nice to use a business based on word of mouth. Click here to visit us online.

Equine Cremation

Denver commented “Many clients are not in a position to be able to bury their pets, so they chose to have them cremated instead. Lynsey and myself decided to look into setting up our own pet crematorium outside Randalstown and thus, after going through all the necessary procedures with DARD, meeting all the legal requirements and being granted the appropriate license, Glenvine Pet Crematorium was opened in January 2009.

After initially setting up Glenvine Pet Crematorium for small animals, we sought the relevant licensing for equines and are now the only equine crematorium for the whole island of Ireland.
At present we have about 30 vetinary practices on our books reaching from Castlewellan to Limavady and also stretching into the south of Ireland. We are a family run business and pride ourselves on providing that extra personal touch.

Glenvine put’s great emphasis on customer service; we have a bereavement room where owners can bring their pet to say their last goodbye (this is only available to small animals). We also have a great selection of caskets and scatter pouches for clients to choose from, as well as a pet bereavement service.

Our cremation facility is large enough to accommodate the largest equines and we also have a purpose-built trailer for collecting horses or ponies – with the aim of being dignified and respectful to the deceased animal and its owners.
Lynsey and myself are always on call and offer an out of hours service if required. Glenvine also offer a collection service from anywhere in Ireland to suit each individuals requirement.

Each animal is allocated an individual tracker number and Glenvine guarantees that your own equine’s ashes will be returned to you. Ashes are ready for collection or delivery within three to seven days and, for individual cremations, will be supplied in a crafted casket with a brass name plate and a certificate of cremation.”

We have a wide range of styles in caskets and urns to suit many tastes and preferences, we also have scented cushions which also come in a variety of sizes.

Services at Glenvine Pet and Equine Crematorium

We provide a full range of cremation services to suit your individual needs.

·Equine and small pet cremation

· Arranged collection of your pet or equine friend from your home or veterinary practice in a dignified manner

· A choice of individual or communal cremations

· Crafted caskets available in three sizes. Individual cremations include engraved brass name plate and a certificate of cremation to guarantee your animals ashes are returned

· We also offer a selection of scatter cushions, urns and photo frames

· Pet bereavement room where you can say farewell to your beloved pet

· Your pet or equine friends ashes will be ready for collection or delivery in a timely fashion.

· Glenvine can guarantee your pet or equine friend will be treated with dignity and with the utmost respect. We understand this is a painful time and wish to make this difficult process as easy as possible for you.

Up until now, the options open to horse owners have been very limited, with burial not an option for anyone who doesn’t own their own land, even if the horse was their pet. Many horse lovers do not relish the thought of having their beloved deceased equine winched onto a lorry and removed to the knacker’s yard or the ‘burn house’… But now Glenvine has changed all that……

Supporting Local Charities

Glenvine made headlines recently when Lynsey and Denver put on their running shoes and booked their plane tickets in aid of the Cats Protection League…

“Denver and Lynsey run Barcelona Marathon in aid of the Cats Protection League”

All our hard work and training throughout the freezing cold and frosty winter months finally paid off, when we completed the Barcelona Marathon in a very respectable 3 hours 46 minutes.

Our run started at 8am on Sunday 6th March 2011, in 17 degree heat. The marathon route took us around all the sights and beautiful land marks throughout Barcelona, the crowds were amazing and cheered us on for the whole 26.2 mile course. It was a fantastic experience for us both, and felt like such an achievement. We were both on cloud nine after completing it.

After vowing “NEVER AGAIN” all our aches and pains have now disappeared and we are now ready for our next marathon challenge (of course all in aid of another animal charity)!

So we would like to thank all our sponsors and people that helped us raise money for the Cats Protection League in Dundonald. We raised £125 pounds in total, which we presented to the Cats Protection last week.

Lynsey Robb, Glenvine Pet Crematorium

What our other clients have to say…

“Thank you so very much for the service you provided in taking away and cremating the body of my beloved horse ‘Emma’. The whole process was very hard for me as Emma was my first horse and I had her from when I was 17 – my parents were never horsey and I had to wait to buy my own horse – so she was very very special and I had her for such a long time (25yrs) Denver you made this horrible experience so much easier for me to handle from the way in which you answered my initial call to the manner in which you collected the body and finally the very quick time you got the ashes back to me in a beautifully made up casket. Words cannot express how much I appreciate not only your professionalism throughout but probably what meant so much was the empathy that was genuinely heartfelt from yourself. Once again many thanks, and if you ever want to give my number to perspective clients to use as a reference I would only be too glad to do so.”

Yours sincerely Hazel Wilson, Ballyclare

“Lynsey,

Thank you so much for looking after our Barney after he died. It was such a shock to us all, but we were glad he was in your care. Your professionalism and the kindness you showed us was greatly appreciated.”

Many thanks again, Gary, Lynsey and Guiness xxxx

Many many more testimonials can be found on this link

Contact us

Get in touch with us at any time if you have a question, or just want to make an enquiry.

Glenvine Pet & Equine Crematorium

Craigstown Road

Randalstown

Co.Antrim

BT41 2PT

Telephone Office: 028 94 479975

Telephone Mobile: 077348 72177

Email: info@glenvinepetcrematorium.co.uk

Nicholl Horsejumps started life by accident. David and Sylvia were involved with Ballycorr riding club. The riding clubs jumps were in bad need of repair and tidying up. As a joiner by trade, David asked me to take a look and carry out the repairs. We also made some new wings and fillers for the riding club. Other riding clubs got to hear about us and we started getting regular work.
We became involved with National Balmoral, David and Sylvia were course builders and we hired jumps to them for one of the arenas. We were asked to design and manufacture a jump that would be symbolic to Belfast. We thought about various landmarks and decided on the Harland and Wolff cranes. We started making them on the Thursday afternoon and had them completed and in the arena at Balmoral on the Saturday afternoon. These have been used every year since.
For the 25th Anniversary of National Balmoral in 2011, we designed and manufactured an anniversary jump for the occasion. We decided to include the SJAI crest in the wings and the showjumping Ireland logo on the filler. Sylvia did us proud with her painting skills. Even the poles had 25 on them.

In 2010, Paul Mackenzie from Mackenzies Equestrian Centre in Randalstown contacted us . Paul was looking a complete set of jumps. We sat down with him and played with a few ideas.
We were soon very busy starting to produce the jumps. When designing the jumps for Mackenzies we wanted the jumps to be unique, so this was time consuming. We completed the order and delivered them in August. Paul uses these jumps regularly for his shows.

Our relationship with Mackenzies had continued, he has recently ordered cavaletti’s and working hunter fillers. We design, build and supply the arena party for Mackenzies registered shows.
Nicholl Horsejumps are truely a family concern, David and Sylvia can be found most weekends at shows with my son James and more recently Josh has become involved. David and Sylvia are the course builders and James and Josh are the arena party. We would be involved as course builders for shows such as National Balmoral, Banbridge show, Limavady Show, Portrush and Antrim Show. For some of these shows, Nicholl Horsejumps provide the complete package, Course design and build, hire of jumps and arena party.
We take the design of our jumps into consideration regarding safety. I try to make all wings so as they have no exposed sharp edges. This is for both rider and horse safety. We use kiln dried softwood to manufacture our jumps, it has a better finish, lighter to move and accepts paint better.
To prolong the life of the jumps and provide quality products all our jumps get treated with a clear preservative, two coats of undercoat and two coats of gloss paint. We manufacture our jumps so that we can easily remove any damaged part and replace. This saves the customer money by not having to replace complete wings.

We can design and make simple jumps or for businesses, we can make jumps incorporating your logo. At Nicholl Horsejumps we carry out all joinery work, fitting kitchens, laying wooden floors, hanging doors or putting up a garden fence. With our fully equipped workshop, we can make stable doors or internal stabling.
Recently, both David and Myself have become directors of Antrim Agricultural Society. We were given the job of making a judges box for the show, this was unveiled at the shows press launch on Monday 11th july 2012.

Contact us via Nicholl Horsejumps or
Telephone 07850143060.

Show Jumping League, two phases and jump cross competitions…

We have a two phase planned for the 7th July which will be pre-entry by the 2nd July and classes will include mini, midi and maxi classes.
Our first show jumping league to keep the new arena busy will start on 15th July with further dates on 22nd, (no jumping on 29th July) the league will continue on 5th August, 12th August, 19th August and our final will be held on 26th Aug. Competitors will be encouraged to attend four out of the six competitions to be eligible for the great prizes on the final night including rugs etc. We are hosting an exciting team jumping league starting on the 1st of August running every Wednesday for 4 weeks and starting at 6.30pm. 2 riders in each team will jump 65cm and 2 riders jumping 85cm. Teams will consist of 4 Riders max, with the final on the 22nd of August. There will be Champion Sashes and Rosettes at the end of the league and entry is just £10 per rider. There will also be a Derby League starting on Saturday the 4th of August at 11am, continuing on the 15th of September and 22nd of September with the final on the 6th of October. Entries are £15 and we have some lovely Ardnacashel Rugs up for grabs along with rosettes. A Dressage League For All will start on Sunday the 2nd of September continuing on the 16th of September, 30th of September and finishing on the 14th of October

Ardncashel Luxury Livery…

At present we are providing 5* livery for all including show horses, showjumpers, leisure horses and some retired equines.
We offer excellent facilities including, a heated tackroom, Monarch 6 horse walker with rubber tiled floor and Monarch lunge pen. A wash bay is available for preparation for shows. A 60 x 40 rubber/sand arena and International sand/fibre competition arena, Derby field/cross country play pen are also available on site. We have quiet country roads ideal for hacking. We have very competitive prices for professionally run facilities as shown below: Part livery: £168 to include feeding x 3 times a day, turn out daily am weather permitting, stable, haylage, use of walker, lunge pen
and arena. There is also a discount for liveries on entry fees to all Ardnacashel shows. Full livery: £308 per month including all of above plus mucking out, shavings, grooming, bringing in, putting on/off walker, organising vet farrier etc. Schooling is available at an extra cost and hard feed can also be arranged. These are our two main options, however if you need something bespoke, then our livery packages can be arranged to suit your needs! Private hire of arena is £20 per hour or £10 per horse.
For further details www.ardnacashelequestrian.co.uk also facebook ardnacashel equestrian comber or contact Janice 07921760441 Alternatively you could come and visit the yard for a coffee and a chat to see if you think it’s the place for you and your horse! We are located at: 51 Tullynagee Road Comber BT23 5SE Northern Ireland

What is it?

StudShu is a protective cover for a studded horseshoe, allowing the hoof to stand level and balanced on hard surfaces – Horsebox – substantially reducing abnormal stress on the pedal bone, coffin joint and navicular area.

Uses

For the first time you can now fit studs before travelling, safely cover them with StudShu and travel to the Show. On arrival, simply remove the covers and you’re ready to go. Also between rounds/competitions, you can refit StudShu and return the horse to the box.

StudShu Creation

StudShu was invented and developed by a horse owner from Co Down, Northern Ireland, who has over thirty years experience as a breeder and producer of young horses for Show Jumping and Eventing. Attending shows on grass arenas, he identified a problem with the fitting of studs to horseshoes. He wasn’t trying to change this well tried and tested method of providing grip, but to make the process easier and safer for both horse and rider.

Problem

It can be difficult to fit studs to the shoes of a young or excitable horse at a Show. The horse may not stand quietly while you go through the whole process involved with the fitting of eight studs.
Potentially dangerous process
Dirty
Time consuming
Between rounds/competitions, horses are returned to the box and left to stand for long periods with studs in, with the associated risk of injury to themselves and others, as well as possible damage to the vehicle.

Solution
Fit the studs before travelling, when the horse is in its own stable and is calm and relaxed.
Cover with StudShu
Easily fitted and removed
Hoof is level and balanced. No stress to joints and tendons
StudShu offers protection from pointed studs
Care Of Product
Wipe clean and remove any debris before re-fitting.
After use, wash in cold water.
Note: Do not leave in direct sunlight

Where can you get them?

You can buy directly from www.studshu.com by clicking here

Or contact us during working hours to find out where our stockists are located on 028 406 22658

A few testimonials from Competition Riders…

“I have been using StudShu for a few weeks now. The horses travel well wearing them and I love the fact that they are standing level and studs protected while waiting for the different phases of the Event. Great idea.”
Suzanne Jordan 3* Event Rider (Pictured right)

“I work mostly with young Event horses preparing them for their competitive careers and anything that makes life easier at Shows with these youngsters has to be a bonus. StudShu does just that. Why had no-one thought of doing this before!” Jonny Hagan Event Rider
I have a horse which is really difficult to fit with studs at Shows, so much so, that on occasions I have resorted to travelling him with studs fitted, legs bandaged and standing on a bed of shavings in the lorry. When I heard about StudShu I couldn’t wait to try them. Our first Show on grass was a three hour journey away. The horse travelled well, StudShu were great and we won the 1m.10 Working Hunter Championship. Have been using them ever since and think they are brilliant
Caroline Gibson Co. Down. Show Jumping Rider. Level 4 yo up to 1m.30 also compete in Working Hunter.

To keep up to date with our news and for further information on the product, please join our new facebook page and stay in touch by clicking here.

The €50,000 Millstreet International Grand Prix is the final stage of the inaugural Great Britain & Ireland (GBI) Showjumping Tour which included competitions at Mullingar, the Royal Highland Show in Scotland and the British Masters at Southview, England. A Leading rider prize of €5,000 will be on offer.

Millstreet Horse Show has established a reputation as a shop window for the Irish equestrian industry and a wide range of young-horse classes feature strongly in the schedule. Classes such as the Boomerang, National Discovery, Young Irelander and Millstreet Ruby continue to provide a competition platform for breeder’s and producers of young horses, along with the more recent National Eventing Discovery. Young riders are also catered for with a host of pony classes; including Ireland’s richest Pony Grand Prix with a prize fund of €4,500.

Extensive onsite developments will be unveiled at this year’s show, including 500 state of the art new stables, international-grade show-jumps, improvements to the all-weather arenas and upgraded office and administration facilities.

The Competition Authority recently finalised their investigation into alleged anti-competitive behaviour by Show Jumping Ireland (SJI). They found in favour of the consumers right to free choice thus vindicating the position held firmly by Millstreet Horse Show over the past three years. Subject to two laid conditions being met by the host show, SJI members cannot be penalised in any way – to do so would be unlawful. Millstreet Horse Show has no difficulty in satisfying these two conditions.

Cian O’ Connor and Everything – Millstreet Boomerang winner 2011 – owned by Ronocco Jump Ltd