Centre Joan Cunningham ( Saintfield Horse Show Director ) with Down District Chairman Cllr. William Walker, Sponsors, Committee, friends and the media who attended The Launch of The 2014 Annual Saintfield Horse Show at Rowallane Garden Saintfield last Thursday evening.

Saintfield Horse Show Launched The 2014 Show last Thursday kindly hosted by The National Trust.It was a Midsummer Evening following the hottest day of the year. The setting was magnificent in the delightful and picturesque grounds of Rowallane Garden Saintfield. This years Show will be held on Saturday 16th.August at Tyrella Hse. Downpatrick. Show Director Joan Cunningham welcomed everyone. The Media, the committee, friends and thanked all the Sponsors for their continued support of the Show.She also thanked Down District Council now a very major Sponsor of the show. The Council was represented by their Chairman Cllr. William Walker along with Cllr Robert Burgess and Cllr. Andrews. The Lagan Group who are also major Sponsors were represented by Michael Murray. Alastair McIlveen represented North Down Marquees, Richard Lyttle represented Downpatrick Race Course and Geraldine Waddell represented The Ulster Tatler.

From left Valerie Morrison ( Dogs ) Robim Patterson, Valerie McBride ( McBride Fashions ), Seamus Rodgers ( Show jumping ), Vi Patterson ( Ridden Hunters ), Derek Spencer ( Show Commentator ), Aideen Hackett ( Trade Stands ), Geraldine Waddell ( Ulster Tatler ), Frankie Spencer and Paul Waddell.

International Dressage Super Star Yvette Truesdale enjoyed the relaxed evening. Yvette will be doing two performances at the Show on the 16th to music on her Grand Prix dressage horse Has To Be Fun. This is a very rare opportunity to see a rider of this calibre perform. The first performance is at 12.30pm and the second at 2.00pm in ring 1 which is situated directly in front of the North Down Marquee. Following Yvette’s performance Delaney’s Musical Donkeys will take place. For the first time. This absolutely hilarious event is not to be missed. It’s open to everyone who wants to take part. You do not need to bring a donkey as all donkeys will be provided. The donkeys will be led NOT RIDDEN. There will be some special spot prizes one for the most entertaining person taking part also for the fanciest dressed person although you do not necessarily need to dress up. All of the finalists taking part will receive a bottle of Powers Whiskey kindly sponsored by Dillon Bass. Entry fee is £20 and all proceeds from this event will be going to purchase a Bore Hole in Africa to provide the people with fresh drinking water for themselves and their stock. Entries are on the field. Showjumping Arenas will be kept very busy with some exciting new classes taking place for Horses and Ponies. Working Hunter classes for horses and ponies with courses being designed by the very popular David McClurg. Ridden Hunters, Cob Classes, Happy Hackers, Bank of Ireland Ladies Equine Handling Class.

From left Cllr.Andrews, Joan Cunningham ( Saintfield Horse Show Director ) Down District Council Chairman William Walker, Cllr. William Burgess and Leo Casement ( Equestrian Artist )

Ulster Tatler Ladies Side Saddle, Downpatrick Race Course Race Horse to Riding Horse, Lots and lots of pony showing and in-hand classes, lead rein, family pony,etc. Miniature Horses, Novelty Dog Show, lure coursing and Fly Ball.For the children their will be amusements Magic Roundabout and lots more. There will be a village of trade stands and stalls, Catering etc.

Admission to the Show is £2.50 and children free. Car parking in the show field is free with a special area for anyone handicapped.The Show opens at 9am – 5pm. The marquee is open to anyone wishing to have a sit down lunch. For further enquiries contact Joan Cunningham 02897 519030 or 07775860744 emailjoancunningham1@gmail.com The full schedule can be down loaded or viewed from the Show websitewww.saintfieldhorseshow.com

Saintfield Horse Show Director Joan Cunningham met up with International Dressage Rider Yvette Truesdale to discuss details of the forthcoming Saintfield Horse Show at Tyrella Hse. on Saturday 16th.August

The 6th.Annual Saintfield Horse Show takes place on Sat.16th.August once again at the Corbett Family Estate at Tyrella. Joan Cunningham Saintfield Horse Show Director is delighted to welcome Down District Council as the major Sponsor of this years Show and also the Lagan Group who have come unboard for this years event.

Anna Jackson and Thor with Judge Julie Finlay winner SH FR Open SH

Pony Showing – In Hand and Ridden

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Ridden coloured pony mare or gelding 4 years old and over, not exceeding 153cms suitable for and to be ridden by riders of correct age

1^st  Katrina Griffin, Bangor – Sammy

2^nd  A McClenaghan, Comber – Bit of a Pickle

3^rd  Oliver Savage, Portaferry – Maggie

4^th  Hannah Robinson, Larne – Tigger

Eva McClurg Cadlanvalley Caradog Champion SH and Megan Houston Impish Reserve SH

Ridden Veteran Pony – open to animals 15 years and over, judged on their overall condition, turnout and performance of the pony

1^st  Hannah McKinstry, Ballinaskeagh – Fantasma

2^nd  Alison Dugan, Crossgar – Springwell Surprise

3^rd  Katelyn Irvine, Carrickfergus – Pedro

4^th Courtney Taylor, Hillsborough – Legamaddy Amber

5^th  Laura Smyth, Randalstown – Liquorice Light

6^th Ashley Osborne, Ballygowan – Tee Jay

Family Ponies Sponsored by Rockvale Farm and Equestrian

Family Pony lead rein for children 10 years and under on 1st January 2014.

1^st  Niki Taylor, Belfast – Ballyloughan Pollyanna

Judges Julie Finlay and Jimmy Wilson with Supreme Pony Champion Eva McClurg Cadlanvalley Caradog

2^nd  D. Camlin, Portavogie – Star burst

3^rd  Niall McAufield, Portaferry – Birfield Silver Maiden

Family Pony lead rein for children of any age.

1^st  D. Camlin, Portavogie – Red or Dead

Family Pony ridden for children 16 years and under on 1st January 2014

1^st  Victoria Greenaway, Portadown – Maximillion

2^nd  Olivia Mulligan, Belfast – Riverdale Lad

3^rd  Oliver Savage, Portaferry – Rodney

Champion Family Pony – Victoria Greenaway – Maximillion

Judges Jimmy Wilson and Julie Finlay with Reserve Supreme Champion Connor McCormick Brookvale Lavender Lady

Reserve Champion Family Pony – D Camlin – Starburst

BREEDING & YOUNG STOCK CLASSES

Pony Brood Mare Not exceeding 148cms, 4 years and over in foal or with foal at foot, by a pony stallion not exceeding 153cms with stud Book Qualification.

1^st  Connor McCormick, Brookvale Stud – Brookvale Lavender Lady

Pony Foal

1^st  Connor McCormick, Brookvale Stud – Brookvale Lavender Rose

Class No. 63 Show Pony Stallion, Mare or Gelding 4 years and over

1^st  Connor McCormick, Brookvale Stud –Brookvale Mister Tom

Breeding Stock In Hand Champion – Connor McCormick Brookvale Lavender Lady

Reserve Champion – Connor McCormick Brookvale Mister Tom

Show Pony Yearling

1 year old colt, gelding, or filly not to exceed 153cms at maturity, likely to make child’s riding pony

1^st  Connor McCormick, Brookvale Stud – Brookvale Celtic Isle

S – Stringsdale Temptation D – Brookevale Cushla

Show Pony Three Year Old

3 year old colt, gelding, or filly not to exceed 153cms at maturity likely to make child’s riding pony

1^st  Kate Burns, Banbridge – Brookhall Georgina

Show Pony – In Hand Champion – Connor McCormick Brookvale Celtic Isle

Reserve Champion – Kate Burns – Brookhall Georgina

Hunter Pony 1 year old, gelding or filly, not to exceed 153 cms at maturity. Likely to make a child’s hunter pony

1^st  Lisa Booth, Portavogie – Lady Valley

2^nd  Sharon Cumberland, Portadown – Creevelea Hello Kitty

Hunter Pony 3 year old, gelding or filly, not to exceed 153 cms at maturity. Likely to make a child’s hunter pony

1^st  Kate Burns, Banbridge – Brookhall Georgina

Show Hunter – In Hand Champion – Kate Burns – Brookhall Georgina

Reserve Champion – Lisa Booth – Lady Valley

WELSH PONY SECTION

Welsh Section A – 4 years and over

1^st  Sarah Beers, Killyleagh – Rhydgwillim Cockatoo

2^nd  Y, Quinn, Lodge Cottage, Saintfield

3^rd  C. Brodie, Crossgar – Bengad Mandeake

Welsh Section A Champion – Sarah Beers Rhydgwillim Cockatoo

Reserve Champion –Y Quinn

Welsh Section B – 4 years old and over

1^st  Kate Burns, Banbridge – Brookhall Regal Rare

2^nd  Laura Ann Downey, School Cottage Stud – Marons Emperor

3^rd  Kathryn Curry, Ballynahinch – Cadlanvalley Fabio

73 Welsh Section B – 3 years and under

1^st  Kate Burns, Banbridge – Brookhall Georgina

2^nd  Jennifer Reid, Newtownards – Holyoake Charity

Welsh Section B Champion – Kate Burns – Brookhall Georgina

Reserve Champion – Kate Burns Brookhall Regal Rare

Potential Lead Rein 1, 2, 3 year old colt, gelding, filly not to exceed 122 cms at maturity

1^st  Jennifer Reid, Newtownards – Holyoake Charity

2^nd  Sharon Cumberland, Portadown – Creevelea Hello Kitty

3^rd  Lesley-Ann Duke, Moira – Kenilwood Acacia

Welsh Part Bred  Any age, any sex to be shown in hand, All Ponies must be registered in the WP& CS Part Bred register.

1^st  Connor McCormick, Brookvale Stud – Brookvale Mister Tom

Part-Bred - Any age, any sex to be shown in hand.

1^st  D. Camlin, Portavogie – Red or Dead

Part Bred In Hand Champion – Connor McCormick Brookvale Mister Tom

Reserve Champion – D Camlin Red or Dead

Connemara Ponies

Registered Connemara yearling Gelding/filly (excl. Colts)

1^st  Lisa Booth, Portavogie – Lady Valley

78 Registered Connemara 2 & 3 year old filly/Gelding

1^st  James Naan, Newtownbutcher – Brown Hill Belle

2^nd  W.J. McWhirter, Cullybackey – Woodhill Star

3^rd  Debbie Burns, Caledon – Ballygarris Robe

79 Registered Connemara Mare with foal at foot

1^st  W.J. McWhirter, Cullybackey – Culmore Star

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND IN-HAND

Mountain & Moorland In Hand Stallion,Mare or gelding 4 years old and over,Welsh Section A,B,C, & D, Shetland, Exmoor, Dartmoor, Dales, Fell, Connemara, New Forest & Highland.

1^st  Sophie McDonald, Ballyrickard Road – Kilmannan Rob Roy

2^nd  Sarah Beers, Killyleagh – Rhydgwillim Cockatoo

3^rd  Laura Ann Downey, School Cottage Stud – Marons Emperor

Mountain & Moorland Colt, gelding or filly 3 years old and under, Welsh Section A,B,C, & D, Shetland, Exmoor, Dartmoor, Dales, Fell, Connemara, New Forest & Highland.

2^nd  W.J. McWhirter, Cullybackey – Woodhill Star

1^st  James Naan, Newtownbutcher – Brown Hill Belle

Mountain and Moorland Champion – Sophie McDonald Kilmannan Rob Roy

Reserve Champion – WJ McWhirter Culmore Star

SHETLAND PONIES

Sponsored By Carrickfergus Stud & Doagh Farm Feeds

Stallion, 4 years old and over

1^st Sharon Cumberland, Portadown – Eynhollow Lewis

2^nd  Catherine Lyttle, Hillsborough – Magheradartin Beeswax

Gelding, 4 years old or over

1^st  Kerry Wood, Bangor – Hestigarth JC

2^nd  Catherine Lyttle, Hillsborough – Magnum of Mawbray

Mare, 4 years old or over

1^st  Lisa Wheeler, Waringstown – Naomi’s Mistral

2^nd  Sharon Cumberland, Portadown –Glenlough Persuasion

3^rd  Lisa Wheeler, Waringstown – Beltoy Kizzara

Mare, 4 years old or over, with foal at foot

1^st  Catherine Lyttle, Hillsborough – Magheradartin Splendour

Foal

1^st  Catherine Lyttle, Hillsborough – Magheradartin Foal

Colt, Gelding or Filly, 2 or 3 years old

1^st  Sharon Cumberland, Portadown – Ronelle Pollyanna

Ridden/Lead Rein, Pony – 4 years old or over. Rider of Ridden to be under 12 years on 1st January in current year. Rider of Lead Rein to be under 9 years on1st January in the current year.

1^st  Glenlough Stud, Ballyclare – Clothie Night Hascosay

2^nd  Jennifer Reid, Newtownards – Topsy of Hutton

3^rd  Lisa Wheeler, Waringstown –Beltoy Romulus

4^th  Sharon Cumberland, Portadown – Glenlough Persuasion

Junior Champion – Lisa Wheeler Naomi’s Mistral

Reserve Champion – Glenlough Stud Clothie Night Hascosay

Overall Champion Shetland – Sharon Cumberland Ronelle Pollyanna

Reserve Champion – Catherine Lyttle Magheradartin Foal

Young Handler up to 10 years on 1st January in current year.

1^st  Kerry Wood, Bangor – Hestigarth JC

2^nd  Sharon Cumberland, Portadown – Carly Bell – Ronelle Pollyanna

3^rd  Glenlough Stud, Ballyclare – Clothie Night Hascosay

4^th  D. Camlin, Portavogie – Lance Regan – Tom Thumb

Young Handler over 10 years but under 16 years on 1^st January in current year

1^st  Kerry Wood, Bangor – Hestigarth JC

Young Handler Champion – Kerry Wood Hestigarth JC

Reserve Champion – Sharon Cumberland Ronelle Pollyanna

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND – RIDDEN CLASSES

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND LEAD REIN

1^st Abi Gardner, Holywood – Dirion Elwyn

2^nd  Jennifer Reid, Newtownards – Glanhayl Galaxy of Taffeta

3^rd  Suzanne Glenn, Kircubbin – Mardenway Diamonds Forever

4^th  Natasha Burns, Newtownards – Fingle Bridge Flash Harry

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND FIRST RIDDEN

1^st Amy Tubman Huttons Ambo Mayflower

2^nd Eva McClurg

3^rd  Anna Jackson, Ballynure – Ualepark Thor

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND – RIDDEN SMALL BREEDS

1^st  Faye Gabbey, Comber – Thistledown Americano

2^nd Connie McLaughlin, Aughnacloy – Cadlanvalley Robbie

3^rd  Anna Jackson, Ballynure – Ualepark Thor

MOUNTAIN & MOORLAND – RIDDEN LARGE BREEDS

1^st  Kathryn Curry, Ballynahinch – Budore Saint David

2^nd Zoe Martin Glenmore – Kelly Commotion

3^rd  Diane Gordon, Belfast – Ingle Goth Percussion

4^th  Carol Belford, Helen’s Bay – Abbey Storm Fionn

5^th  Natasha Burns, Newtownards – Ellebryn Strider

6^th  Sophie McDonald, Ballyrickard Road – Kilmannan Rob Roy

M & M Ridden Champion – Kathryn Curry Budore Saint David

Reserve Champion – Faye Gabbey Thistledown Americano

SHOW PONY RIDDEN

Show Pony First Ridden.

1^st  Joanne Gilliland, Newtownards – Cuan Magic

2^nd Maeve Kinney – Ballyloughan Pollyanna

3^rd  Suzanne Glenn, Kircubbin – Mardenway Magic Princess

4^th  Darcy Lappin, Comber – Tommy Tucker

Show Pony First Year, First Ridden

1^st Nicole Finlay, Antrim – Kenillwood Little Imp

2^nd  Alison Dugan, Crossgar – Rotherwood Penry Hapenry

Novice Show Pony

1^st GF Turrens – Royal by Appointment

2^nd  Connie McLaughlin, Aughnacloy – Brookvale Folk Lore

138cm Open Show Pony

1^st  Connie McLaughlin, Aughnacloy – Brookvale Folk Lore

Open Show Pony

1^st GF Turrens – Covert Vester

2^nd GF Turrens – Royal by Appointment

Show Pony Ridden Champion – GF Turrens Covert Vester

Reserve Champion – GF Turrens Royal by Appointment

Mares and geldings 4 years and over, exceeding 146cms but not exceeding 158cms, part bred ridden, suitable for and to be ridden by riders who have not attained their 25th birthday on 1st January of the current year

1^st  Charles Chadwick, Saintfield – Mini Ha Ha two

2^nd GF Turrens Covert Vester

3^rd GF Turrens Jessie James

SHOW HUNTER RIDDEN

Show Hunter Pony Lead Rein

1^ST  Suzanne Glenn, Kircubbin – Dinky Dino

2^nd Maeve Tubman Creevlea Button Moon

Show Hunter Pony First Ridden

1^st  Anna Jackson, Ballynure – Ualepark Thor

2^nd  Nicole Finlay, Antrim – Dapple

Novice Show Hunter Pony

Mare and Geldings 4 years and over not exceeding 153cms suitable for and to be ridden by riders of the correct age, Snaffle bridles

1^st  Eva McClurg, Broughshane – Cadlanvalley Caradog

2^nd  A McClenaghan, Comber – Wyndham Hot Gossip

3^rd  Nicole Finlay, Antrim – Dapple

4^th  Connie McLaughlin, Aughnacloy – Brookvale Folk Lore

5^th Faith Sweetlove – Jasper

6^th Stella Black – Greaghnacross Dusty Moon

7^th  Sophie/Natalie McCormick, Newtownards – GoodLuck Charlie

8^th  Nicole Fegan, Kilkeel – And Tigger Too

123cm Open Show Hunter Pony

1^st Anna Jackson – Ualepark Thor

2^nd  Alison Dugan, Crossgar – Hollybush Juno

3^rd Amy Tubman – Creevealea Button Moon

133 Open Show Hunter Pony

1^st  Eva McClurg, Broughshane – Cadlanvalley Caradog

2^nd . Alison Dugan, Crossgar – Silverstone

3^rd  Stella Black, Donaghadee – Greaghnacross Dusty Moon

4^th  Regan McKee, Newtownards – Roscor Silver Lady

5^th  Sophie/Natalie McCormick, Newtownards – Good Luck Charlie

143 Open Show Hunter Pony

1^st  Connie McLaughlin, Aughnacloy – Brookvale Folk Lore

2^nd  Nigel Cathers, Newry – Mountcaulfield Secret Weapon

=3^rd  Emma Heany, Comber – Spring Hill Quick Step

=3^rd  Regan McKee, Newtownards – Roscor Freedom

153 Open Show Hunter

1^st  Megan Houston, Crossgar – Impish

Show Hunter Ridden Champion – Eva McClurg Cadlanvalley Caradog

Reserve Champion – Megan Houston Impish

Mini Champion – Suzanne Glenn Dinky Dino

Reserve Mini Champion – Amy Tubman Huttons Ambo Mayflower

Combined Novice Intermediate

1^st  Laura Smyth, Randalstown – Carnsdale Peacemaker

2^nd  Sarah Curry, Drumaness – Drumahoy Heatherview

3^rd  Beth Cunningham, Portadown – Dream Debut

Open Intermediate Show Riding Type

1^st Charles Chadwick, Saintfield – Mini Ha Ha two

Open Intermediate Show Hunter Type

1^st  Megan Houston, Crossgar – Impish

2^nd  Julia Brennan, Moneyreagh – Longford Mist

3^rd  Hilary Smyth, Randalstown, Clonkeen Cheeky Charmer

4^th Sarah Curry, Drumaness – Drumahoy Heatherview

Intermediate Champion – Charles Chadwick Mini Ha Ha Two

Reserve Champion – Megan Houston Impish

Supreme Show Champion – Eva McClurg Cadlanvalley Caradog

Reserve Supreme Show Champion – Connor McCormick Brookvale Lavender Lady