Results

30cms

1^st Bethany Gordon – Dillion

2^nd Ella Lyndsey – Toffo

3^rd Grace Hancock – William

50cms

1^st Ella Lynsdey- Toffo

2^nd Anna Jackson – Thor

3^rd Eva McClurg – Dunshane Prince Charming

4^th Toby Davison – Jake

5^th Katelyn Irvine – Pedro

6^th Jena Reid – Beau

60cms

1^st Bethany Gordon – Dillion

2^nd Anna Jackson – Thor

3^rd Ellie Johnston – Dapple

4^th Lauren Hill – Lemon

5^th Eva McClurg – Cadlan Valley Caradog

6^th Toby Davison – Jake

70cms

1^st Eva McClurg – cadlan Valley Caradog

2^nd Ellie Johnston – Dapple

3^rd Ellie Nesbitt – Suzy

4^th Felicity McConnell- Willow

5^th Katelyn Irvine – Pedro

6^th Samantha billings- Sammy

80cm

1^st Eva McClurg – Galloon Ceol

2^nd Samantha Billings – Sammy

3^rd Felicity McConnell – Change of heart

4^th Bethany Gordon – Danny

5^th Leah Kirk – French Connection

1metre class

1^st Jessica McConnell – Finding Nemo

Horses

60cm novice

1^st Mandy Haveron – Harry

2^nd Lynsey Clarke – Nay Goats Toe

3^rd Elaine Leinster – Greystone Golden Lady

4yr old

1^st Lisa Dundee – Three C’s

70cm

1^st Libby Beggs – Pennisland Rebel

2^nd Jenn Moore – Oliver

3^rd Penny Murphy – Bella

4^th Ian McCluggage – Cruzy

5^th Clare Liddle – Ballytrim Molly

6^th Sarah Sproule – Ballyfarna Prince

Small Hunter 80-90cms

1^st Samantha Dale – Pennans Lady Mourne

2^nd Debbie McNeill – OB

3^rd Lisa Dundee – Three C’s

4^th Sarah Sproule – Willowdean Springwalker

5^th Ian McCluggage – Hailey

6^th Megan Norton – Hathaway

80cms

1^st Ciara White – Stephen Sunn

2^nd Megan Norton – Hathaway

3^rd Helen Faulkner – Carter

4^th Ian McCluggage – Ebony

5^th Rhonda McIllroy – Eltons Delight

6^th Shelley Boyle – Rushvale Ready to Rock

90cms

1^st Samantha Dale – Pennans Lady Mourne

2^nd Andrew Getty – Callum

3^rd Victoria Clarke – Max

4^th  Vicki Morton – Trigger

5^th  Ian McCluggage – Hailey

6^th  Ian Jones – Ebony

40cms
Trophy Winner: Charlotte McAlister, Timmy
Medal Winners: Hannah Robinson, Tigger; Aimee Weir, Star; Pierce Blair, Poppy Rocket; Sasha Bain, Knock your socks off

50cms
Trophy Winner: Niamh Duncan, Maverick
Medal Winners: Thomas Patton, Smurf; Pierce Blair, Poppy Rocket; Brooke Istiaque, Biscuit; Freya McClenaghan, Luke; Aimee Weir, Star

60cms (no spreads)
Trophy Winner: Thomas Patton, Smurf
Medal Winner: Freya McClenaghan, Mossy; Jersey Magill, Indie; Kristie Wilson, Harry; Niamh Duncan, Maverick; Catherine Allen, Ceasar; Sam Jackson, Jack; Brooke Istiaque, Biscuit

60cms
1st & Trophy Shannon Crothers, Mr Darcy
2nd Kristie Wilson, Harry
3rd Chelsea Topping, Mini Me
4th Catherine Allen, Ceasar
5th Anna Jackson, Cornetto
6th Ross McCullough, Scooner

70cms
1st & Trophy Tyler Houston, Percy
2nd Demi Blair, Poppy
3rd Myah McClean, Justice
4th Shannon Crothers, Mr Darcy
5th Anna Jackson, Sammy
6th Molly Craig, Paddy

80cms
1st & Trophy Tyler Houston, Percy
2nd Braidie Hogg, Sam
3rd Emma Ewing, Buck Rodgers
4th Myah McClean, Justice
5th Lucy Silby, Hidden Talent
6th Jodie McHugh, Rocky

90cms
1st & Trophy Katie Lee Houston, Minto
2nd Glenn Davis, Flash
3rd Nicola McClelland, Supreme Heights
4th Lucy Silby, Hidden Talent
5th Sarah Bailie, Star Diva
6th Hollie Riddell, Rock Steady Eddie

1M
1st & Trophy Alison McClean, Shi
2nd Katie Lee Houston, Minto
3rd Nicola McClelland, Supreme Heights
4th Vicky Morton, Trigger
5th Steven Wilson, Smurf
6th Hollie Riddell, Rock Steady Eddie

Lead Rein
1st & Trophy Daniel Jackson, Thor
2nd Lucas Young, Toby

First Ridden
1st & Trophy Sam Jackson, Thor
2nd Freya McClenaghan, Luke
3rd Sophie McAlister, Angus

Family Pony Lead Rein
1st & Trophy Lucas Young, Toby
2nd Charlotte McAlister, Timmy
3rd Annabelle Manson, Barney

Family Pony First Ridden
1st & Trophy Lucy Bailie, Riverdale Lad

Ridden M&M
1st & Trophy Chelsea Topping, Toddie
2nd Anna Jackson, Cornetto

Ridden Show Hunter / Show Pony
1st & Trophy Anna Jackson, Thor
2nd Sophie McAlister, Angus

Ridden Hunter
1st & Trophy Claire Liddle, Ballytrim Molly
2nd Gillian Steenson, Splash Dance
3rd Kristie Lee McKnight, Pinecroft Elite
4th Anne Hill, Chestnuthill

Ridden Cob
1st & Trophy Barbara Jones, Bellahill Aurora
2nd Sasha Bain, Knock your socks off

Riding Horse
1st & Trophy Daryl McKinney, Ballylin Ben
2nd Anne Hill, Chestnut Hill

Coloured Riding Horse
1st & Trophy Ellie Dickson, Pinecroft Bergamo
2nd Leeann Radcliffe, Inca
3rd Christine Cunningham, Bebe
4th Shauna Purdy, Lucy

Racehorse to Riding Horse
1st & Trophy Sammy Workman, Tic Tac Sally

‘Coast of Donaghadee’ is a Ladies Fashion Boutique set in the bustling seaside town of Donaghadee, County Down.

Saturday 24^th October sees the first of 6 consecutive months of dressage competitions to be held at Gransha EC.  Competitors can enjoy riding on the excellent Martin Collins surface in the bright and airy ‘Antwerp Arena.’  This league runs alongside  showjumping and working hunter competitions which culminate in a 3 day Gala weekend in March where riders battle to become overall league champions.

Proprietors of Harmony Hair Studio Jessica Stuart, Helen Duncan and Esther Ward had their official launch in August 2015

It is with much excitement that we can introduce two new sponsors for our forthcoming dressage season.  ‘Harmony Hair Studio’ of Bangor and ‘Coast of Donaghadee’ are two local businesses each offering the modern females of today a feeling of sophistication and glamour for their hair and wardrobes.  Proprietors of Harmony Hair Studio Jessica Stuart, Helen Duncan and Esther Ward had their official launch in August 2015 and pride themselves in being the only salon in Northern Ireland to stock ‘Natulique’ – the only complete certified organic professional hair beauty line in the world.  Together the girls have over 25 years experience in the industry and no detail has been overlooked in the creation of this beautiful studio located on Grays Hill in Bangor.  Boasting a fabulous relaxation suite, delicious complimentary drinks menu and professional friendly staff, this salon is well worth a visit.  Log onto facebook.com/harmonyhairNI to read the 5* ratings received by Harmonys clients.

‘Coast of Donaghadee’ is a Ladies Fashion Boutique set in the bustling seaside town of Donaghadee, County Down.  Established 14 years ago, the business moved to larger premises almost 4 years ago and was taken over by local businesswoman Barbara Stuart.  Located in the centre of this hiving historical town the shop boasts an extensive range of ladies wear including brands such as Robell, Tia, Adini and Brandtex.  Barbara has an eye for detail and prides herself in offering outfits suitable for everyday wear to mother-of-the bride outfits including hats and accessories.  The staff at Coast are always at hand to help and each customer receives one-to-one assistance to select that special item of clothing or entire outfit depending on the occasion.  This stylish boutique is well worth a visit and Gransha Equestrian Centre are excited to get underway with this new sponsorhip deal which promises to offer competitors great rosettes and prizes throughout the winter months.

Contact details – Harmony Hair Studio 23-25 Grays Hill, Bangor. 02891459658. E-mail harmonyhairbangor@gmail.com & Facebook.com/harmonyhairNI

Coast of Donaghadee 17 New Street, Donaghadee 02891884765.

www.coastdonaghadee.co.uk & facebook.com/coast-of-donaghadee

Log onto www.granshaequestrian.co.uk to view all of the schedules for our forthcoming leagues.

Castlewellan Show  Results – Horses, Ponies, Donkeys

Irish Shows Association & Castlewellan & District Agricultural Show Yearling Colt/Gelding All Ireland Championship Final: 1. Seamus Lehane 2. PJ Flynn 3. Des Gibson

Botanica Cream International Young Horse Championship:

Champion: 52.Pat Martin & Dorothy Walsh – Diamond Choice – 2012 – 3273437 –

S: Moshaajir D: Millhouse Diamond

Reserve: Ann Lyons – Greenhall Push Button – 15.05.13 – 5775181 –

S: Financial Reward – D: Greenhall Diamond Lady

Baileys Horse Feeds Filly Championship

Champion: Ann Lyons – Greenhall Push Button – 15.05.13 – 5775181 –

S: Financial Reward – D: Greenhall Diamond Lady

Reserve: Dessie Gibson

Carlisle Fuels Champion of Champions

Champion: Paula Howard – Slate Quarry Sasha – 04.06.06 – 4571478 S: Garheeb D: Covers

Diamond Boy

Reserve: Pat Martin & Dorothy Walsh – Diamond Choice – 2012 – 3273437 –

S: Moshaajir D: Millhouse Diamond

Slaney Park Stud Championship Brood Mare of The Show with Foal at Foot

Champion: Paula Howard – Slate Quarry Sasha – 04.06.06 – 4571478 S: Garheeb D: Covers

Diamond Boy

Reserve: Desmond Gibson – Ballycapple Blackbird – 4418666 – S: Ghreeb D: Ballycapple

Clover

Ciaran Russell Auto Sales Champion Foal of the Show

Champion: Paula Howard – Timpany Ruby – 24.03.15 – S: Centre Stage D: Slate Quarry

Sasha

Reserve: John Roche – Assagart All Star – 06.05.15 S: Coroner D: Nordic Dream

ISA / Castlewellan Show Search For A Star Championship

Champion: Pat Martin & Dorothy Walsh  s: Bay Gelding Imperial Choice By Emperor Augustus d: Artic Ginger by Artic Rocket

Reserve: Seamus Lehane  s: Bay Gelding Ballard Wise Guy by Loughehoe Guy  d: Crosstown Ruby by Crosstown Dancer

Mount Pleasant Champion Irish Draught sponsored by Mount Pleasant Pony Trekking and Horse Riding Centre

Champion Amanda Jane Wright & Skipping Design

Reserve: Andree Fitchie & Hez Lovely

Ridden Hunter Champion sponsored by P Turley & Sons, Ballyward

Champion: Alison Crozier & Colorado

Reserve: Alison Crozier & Dragons Den

Working Hunter Pony Champion sponsored by Central Garages, Crossgar

Champion Lara Kelly & Milford Spectacular

Reserve: Emily McGowan & Benny Liath

M&M Championship

Champion: Faye Gabbey – Thistledown Americano

Reserve: Emily McGowan – Rathbane Legend

Pony Breeding Championship

Champion:  Laura Ann Downey – Ballymena

Reserve: Lisa Booth & Lady Valley

Shetland Pony Championship

Champion: Jane Mary Stewart & Carajane Fabulous Freddie

Reserve : R.Curran & Helaspin of Transy

Irish Association Welsh Pony & Cob Society Championship

Champion: Hannah Dumigan & Tyrllawn Masserati

Reserve: Janet McIlroy & Pontblyddyn Emily

Connemara Pony Championship

Champion: Amanda Dempsey & Holiday Graceful Girl

Reserve: Francis O’Reilly & Gleann Mor Winleys Milly Little

M&M In Hand Championship

Champion: Francis O’Reilly & Gleann Mor Windys Willow

Reserve: Emma Blakely & Loneash Melanie

M&M Championship

Champion Cyrtis Gray – Glassmullan Mickey Mouse

Reserve  R.Curran – Helaspin of Transy

Open M&M Ridden Championship

Champion: Faye Gabbey & Thistledown Americano

Reserve: Hannah Thompson – Ballnacoy Sandy Savannah

Driving & Hackney Champion sponsored by Wadworths of Newcastle

Champion: Benny McAuley & Romany Whats Wanted

Reserve: John Weir & Milltown Boy

Donkey Championship

Champion: Ashley Brown & Dunturk Lady

Reserve: Dr Yvonne Canavan & Perehill Bentley

Miniature Horses

Champion: Sandra Sloan & Flawless Rose   Reserve: Sheila Taggart & Silver Smith 

Class AC – Two year old Filly, Colt or Gelding, 33” – not expected to exceed 34” at maturity.

1. Sheila Taggart & Magic Dust

Class AD – Three year old Mare or Gelding 34”

1 Sandra Sloan & Flawless Rose  2. Joanne Austin & Capallbeag Peek-A-Boo  3. Sandra Sloan & Glenhollow Miss Indpendence

Class AE – Three year old Stallion – 34”

1. Sheila Taggart & Silver Smith  2. Joanne Austin & Chywoon Cotton Tail  3. Sheila Taggart & Maestro

Class AF – B Division, any age, sex up to 38”

1. Joanne Austin & Calallbeag April Fool  2. Sheila Taggart & Silver Smith  3. Siobhan Rice & Cassy

Class AG – Show Horse in Miniature

1. Joanne Austin & Capallbeag April Fool  2. Sheila Taggart & Silver Smith  3. Sandra Sloan & Flawless Rose

Class AI – Junior Showmanship – 12 to 17 years old

1. Sandra Sloan & Flawless Rose  2. Anne McSpadden & Barry

Class AJ – Solid Colour

1. Sheila Taggart & Silver Smith 2. Sheila Taggart & Silver Dust

Class AK – Broken/spotted Colour – to be judged 20% conformation, 80% colour.

1. Sandra Sloan & Glenhollow Miss Indpendence  2. Sheila Taggart & Princess  3. Anne McSpadden & Barry

Agricultural Horses sponsored by: NFU Mutual Insurance (Mid Down) Patterson/McMaster

Champion: Eddie Murtagh & Ballydown Lady Jane  Reserve: Eric Hinds & Bencannon Grand Slam

Class 1 – Yearling Colt or Gelding:  1. Sam & Veronica Parke & Derrylough McRoyal 2. Brian Coburn & Charlie  3. James Cantley & Drumhill Lewis

Class 2 – Two-year-old Colt or Gelding: 1. Amy Storey & Oldstone Master Mickey

Class 3 – Three-year-old and upwards Gelding: 1. Eric Hinds & Bencannon Grand Slam

Class 4 – Brood Mare: 1. Eddie Murtagh & Ballydown Lady Jane

Class 5 – Best Foal: 1. Eddie Murtagh s: Dillers Scotie Boy d: Ballydown Lady Jayne

Class 7 – Young Handler: 1. Nicki Browne & Bencannon Grand Slam

Farm Cart – 1. John Weir

Non-Thoroughbreds Young Stock sponsored by Mountvale Development, Castlewellan – Ed Laverty

Class 17 – Yearling Non-Thoroughbred Filly foaled in 2014: 1.Ann Lyons & Greenhall Liquer  2. Woods Rosbotham & Chestnut Filly  3. Paul Horner

Class 19 – Two-year-old Non-Thoroughbred Filly foaled in 2013 likely to make a Hunter: 1. Ann Lyons & Greenhall Push Button

Class 21 – Three-year-old Non-Thoroughbred Colt or Gelding foaled in 2012 likely to make a Hunter: 1. Pat Martin & Dorothy Walsh & Diamond Choice  2. D&C Kirkpatrick & unnamed Grey Gelding

Non-Thoroughbred Brood Mares & Foals

Class 23 – Brood Mare (Medium/Heavy Weight) to produce High Class Hunter: John Roche & Assagart Shapphire  2. Gordon Drury & Barronscourt

Class 23b – Non-Thoroughbred Filly Foal. (Progeny of mares in Class 23): John Roche & Assagart All Star  2. Gordon Drury

Class 24 – Brood Mare (Light Weight) to produce High Class Hunter. Due to foal in 2015 or with foal at foot:  1. Paula Howard & Slate Quarry Sasha  2. Desmond Gibson & Ballycapple Blackbird  3. John Roche & Assagart Jewel 10 years

Class 24a – Non-Thoroughbred Colt Foal. (Progeny of mares in Class 24): 1. Desmond Gibson & colt foal  2. John Roche & Assagart His Majesty

Class 24b – Non-Thoroughbred Filly Foal. (Progeny of mares in Class 24): 1. Paula Howard & Timpany Ruby  2. Ruth Loney & Bay filly foal

Class 25 The Castlewellan McSherry Trophy Championship sponsored by English’s Bar, Clonvaragan, Castlewellan

Champion: Paula Howard & Slate Quarry Sasha  Reserve: Desmond Gibbon & Ballycapple Blackbird

Class 26 – TS Foods Brood Mare Premium Class: 1. Paula Howard & Slate Quarry Sasha  2. Desmond Gibbon & Ballycapple Blackbird

Class 27 – Half Breed Breeders Championship sponsored by Murdock Saddlery, Drumbo: 1. Paula Howard & Slate Quarry Sasha  2. John Roche & Assagart Sapphire

Irish Draughts

Class 29 – Irish Draught Mare due to foal in 2015 or with Foal at foot: 1. Penny Campbell & Grandpas Clover Lass  2. Carmel Brady & Deirbhie

Class 29A – Foal out of registered Irish Draught Mare by any Stallion:  1. Carmel Brady – unnamed filly foal

Class 29B – Foal out of registered Irish Draught Mare by registered Irish draught stallion: 1. Penny Campbell unnamed filly foal

Class 31 – 2 year old out of R.I.D. Mare by R.I.D. Stallion: 1. Amanda Jane Wright & Skipping Design  2. Andree Fitchie & Hez Lovely RID

Ridden Hunters sponsored  by P Turley & Sons, Ballyward

Class 33 – Hunter, Gelding or Mare, to carry up to 13st. To be ridden:   1. num. 422   2. Terry Johnson & Beau  3. Helen Kelly & Ballyfrench Lassie

Class 34 – Hunter, Gelding or Mare to carry over 13st. To be ridden: 1. Alison Crozier & Dragons Den  2. Sylvia Henry  3. S Jarrom & Ladywood Lodge Spotlight

Class 35 – Hunter, Gelding or Mare, over 14.2 and not exceeding 15.2 hands:  1. Alison Crozier & Colorado  2. Gillian Neill & Dream on Calypso  3. Num 203

Class 36 – Cob, Mare or Gelding 4 years old or over, exceeding 148cms and not exceeding 155cms  1. Sarah Whiteside & Ballydanaghan Babysham  2. Sarah McClay & Major Sinatra  3. Catherine Patterson & Master Midnight Mojoe

Class 36a – Maxi Cob exceeding 155cm and over  1. Shawlene Leebody & Brauville Celtic Colours Sully  2. R Curran & Ballyorgan Mister Darcy  3. Judith Jackson & Ballee James

Class 37 – Coloured Sport Horse, Coloured Mare or Gelding 4 years old or over, exceeding 184cms: 1. Rosemarie Hollywood & Rosewood Butterfly  2. Samuel J Symth & Ballylurgan Butterfly Boy  3. B Stevenson & La Vache

Class 38 – Newcomer Ridden Class: 1. Nicola Brown & Monkey Business  2. Emma Martin & Farrah  3. John Close & Rider Elilidh Duncan

Class 38a Ridden Horse:  1. Ellie Miskelly & Massereene Dorian Gray  2. Paul Horner & Brookfield Showdown  3. Emma Martin & Farrah

Working Hunter Horses

Class 39 – First Trust Working Hunter For Horses exceeding 148cms. Horses to be 4 years and 5 year old. Maximum height of fences 90cms:  1. Pam Fox & Boony Foxy Lady  2.. Dr Karen King & Diamond Queen  3. B Stevenson & La Vache

Class 40 – Open Working Hunter Competition sponsored by The Burrendale Hotel & country Club, Newcastle:  1, Alison Crozier & Dragons Den  2. Sarah Bittain & Fantasic Mr Fox  3. Chloe Rooney & Knights Cavalier

Class 41 – Fresh Foods Castlewellan Novice Working Hunter – For Horses exceeding 148cms. Maximum height of fences 90cms: 1. Eugene Milligan & Rider: Lynne Spence – K.O.M Limited Edition  2. Rachel McNair & It’s a Gem  3. Sarah Brashaw & Homegrown out of the Phoenix

Working Hunter Pony sponsored by Central Garages

Class 42 –Mare of gelding 4 years old and over. ponies not exceeding 133cms, riders not to have attained their 12th birthday in the current year: 1. Lara Kelly & Milford Spectacular  2. Hilary Mathieson & Tafwys Flying Hawk  3. Zara Shervin & Woodvale Classic lady

Class 44-  Mare or gelding 4 years old and over. ponies not exceeding 133cms, riders not to have attained their 14th birthday in the current year: 1. Abby Cummiskey & Maximilo  2. Lara Kelly & Milford Spectacular

Class 45 – Large Breeds M&M: 1.Emily McGowan & Rathbane Legend  2. Anne Cunningham & Derryvane Danny  3. Hannah Morrow & Moyan’s Dun Deal

Class 46 – Mare or gelding 4 years old and over. ponies exceeding 133 cms but not exceeding 143 cms, riders not to have attained their 17th birthday in the current year: 1. Victoria Fox & Lislaird Joni  2. Rebecca Gordon & Ballymacashen Jane  3. Danielle Connelly & Lakota

Class 47 – Mare or gelding 4 years old and over. ponies exceeding 143cms but not exceeding 153cms,riders not to have attained their 20th birthday in the current year:  1. Chloe Rooney & Knights Cavalier  2. Emily McGowan & Benny Liath  3. Grace Kehoe & Killeshin Terry

In Hand Showing

Class 48 – 1 year, 2 years and 3 years old, colt, gelding or filly to make a child’s riding/hunter pony: 1. Lisa Booth & Lady Valley

Class 49 – Stallion, mare or gelding riding/hunter pony not exceeding 153cms: 1. Laura Ann Downey & Ballymena  2. Rose McCoy & Mary Ann

Shetland Pony 

Class 51 – Stallion or Mare, 4 years old and over to be shown in hand: 1. R.Curran & Helaspin of Transy

Class 53 – Gelding, 4 years old and over to be shown in hand: 1. Jane Mary Stewart & Carajane Fabulous Freddie

Welsh Pony

Class 54 – Section A 4 years old or over: 1. Cathy Brodie & Bengad Mandeake 2. Emma Blakely & Loneash Marsh  3. Emma Blakely & Tyfry Erinmore

Class 55 – Section B 4 years old or over: 1. Laura Ann Downey – Marions Emperor  2. Jennifer Boyd – Daukester Silico

Class 56 – Welsh Pony Young Stock 1 year, 2 years and 3 years old: 1. Hannah Dumigan & Tyrllawn Masserati  2. Janet McIlroy & Pontblyddyn Emily  3. Emma Blakely & Quinton Shiraz

Connemara Pony

Class 58 – 1, 2 and 3 year old colt, gelding or filly: 1. David Morrsion & Holiday Kharisna  2. Lisa Booth & Lady Valley  3. Julie Elliott & Cullineen Quinn -

Class 59 – Stallion, Mare or Gelding 4 years old and over to be shown in hand: 1. Amanda Dempsey & Holiday Graceful Girl  2. Francis O’Reilly & Gleann Mor Winleys Milly Little 3. Hannah Dumigan & Glenwoodstud Accapella

Mountain & Moorland

Class 61 – 1 year, 2 years and 3 year old colt, gelding or filly mixed Mountain and Moorland In Hand: 1. David Morrison – Holiday Kharisna 2. Hannah Dumigann & Tyrllawn Masserati 3. Emma Blakely & Quinton Shirz

Class 62 – 4 years and over mixed Mountain and Moorland In Hand: 1. Francis O’Reilly & Gleann Mor Windys Willow  2. Emma Blakely & Loneash Melanie  3. Laura Ann Downey

Class 63 M&M Lead Rein: 1. R.Curran – Helaspin of Transy 2. Jennifer Reid – Glanhayl Galaxy of Taffefta  3. Suzanne Glenn – Mardenway Oh La La

Class 64 M&M First Ridden: 1.  Cyrtis Gray – Glassmullan Mickey Mouse

Class 65 Open M&M Ridden (Small Breeds): 1. Faye Gabbey & Thistledown Americano 2. Emma Blakely & Loneash March  3. Cyrtis Gray & Glassmullan Mickey Mouse

Class 66 Open M&M Ridden (Large Breeds): 1. Hannah Thompson – Ballnacoy Sandy Savannah 2. Sophie McDonald – Kilmannan Rob Roy 3. Hannah Dumigan – Glenwoodstud Accapella

Driving & Hackney sponsored by Wadsworths of Newcastle

Class 69 Agricultural horse (over 14.2hh) 2 or 4 wheeler: 1. John Weir & Rose Hall Alexander

Class 70 Exercise class under 13.2hh 1. John Weir & Milltown Boy  2. Gail Bailie & Mister Darcy 3. Wallace Shaw & Claravalley Sunbeam

Class 71 Exercise class over 13.2hh: 1. Benny McAuley & Romany Whats Wanted  2. Ruairi Creighton – Felix

Class 73 Ladies: 1. Cheryl McCormick & Romany Whats Wanted  2. Gail Bailie & Mister Darcy

Class 74 Juniors: Joint First : John Weir – Milltown Boy ; Ruairi Creighton – Felix

Donkeys

Class 77 Best Conditioned and Turned Out Donkey: 1. Robert Wallace & Kinedale Chablis 2. Caroline Giles-Lee & Nollaig  3.Sean Cochrane & Barney

Class 78 Mares of 4 years old and over and Broodmares of 5 yrs and over and with own foal at foot: 1. Ashley Brown & Dunturk Lady  2. Robert Wallace & Fudge  3. Jill Castles & Duchess

Class 79 Gelding 4 years old and over: 1. Dr Yvonne Canavan & Perehill Bentley  2. Caroline Giles-Lee & Nollaig  3. Dr Yvonne Canavan & Touran

Class 80 Colt, Gelding or Filly: 1. Robert Wallace & Kinedale Mr Look So Good  2. Tristan Wallace & Kinedale Chablis  3. Caroline Giles-Lee & Malcolm

Over in ring 4 on Friday 3rd July it will host the popular working hunter classes for ponies and horses with a fantastic prize fund of over £1500. Ponies will kick off the jam packed schedule at 10am and will include some exciting new classes including qualifiers for the CPPA International Performance Championships and the Powers Quarry 32nd International Ridden Registered Connemara Performance Pony Championship. Horses will follow in the afternoon with a wide selection of classea including the R Potts Haulage Ltd £1000 1m horse class.

All classes are pre entry and schedules are available from 15th May from show office with entries closing on the 12th June.

The Showgrounds
3 Gillygooley Road
Omagh
Tel:028 82242500 Any enquiries please contact Sonya on 07874350665

Heather Beattie & Diamond Millie

STRULE VALLEY RIDING CLUB, Omagh, Co Tyrone held a working hunter competition recently at Ecclesville, Fintona on a rather wet day; however the rain didn’t dampen the spirits of the competitors!  Well done to all.

Thanks to Lynn Boggs & husband Tom for judging both the horse & pony classes, Andrew Bogle for building a fair but challenging course, Jane Huey for taking entries, Alison Donnell call up, Lucinda Blakiston-Houston, AJS Event Catering & to Ann & Noel Regan for sponsoring the beautiful champion & reserve champion rosettes.

Clogher Valley Riding Club member Jenna Coote & Riley had a very successful day winning both the 60cm & 70cm horse classes, Heather Smith & Bon Amie were in their usual consistent form winning the 80cm class & Strule Valley Riding Club Chairperson Lucinda Blakiston-Houston & her lovely young talented horse Gigi won both the 90cm & 1 metre classes.

Lynn Boggs had a difficult job then judging the horse championship but chose her champion in Bon Amie & Heather Smith with Gigi & Lucinda Blakiston-Houston reserve.

Lucinda Blakiston-Houston with the Rosie O’Grady Perpetual Cup

On to the pony classes, and young Sophia Williams & her lovely bay pony Rossfire Runaway won the 50cm pony class with brother Patrick & Coolmore Princess in 2^ndplace; not to be outdone by mum Heather who took 4^th place in the 80cm horse class!.  Fermanagh Harriers Pony Club member Kamryn McQuade & Midnight Rebel had a very good show winning both the 60cm & 70cm pony classes.

Lynn then chose her pony champion in Midnight Rebel & Kamryn McQuade & reserve Finchogue Aztec & Ciara Owens reserve.

Results

Class 1 – 60cm horses

1^st – Riley & Jenna Coote

2^nd – Roma Diamond Boy & Sarah Killeen

3^rd – Botera Lad & Natasha Gilchrist

4^th – Harvey & Heather Black

Class 2 – 70cm horses

Judge Lynn Boggs with left Ciara Owens & Finchogue Aztec reserve pony & Kamryn McQuade & Midnight Rebel champion pony

1^st – Riley & Jenna Coote

2^nd – Toy Boy & Sandra Somerville

3^rd – Botera Lad & Natasha Gilchrist

4^th – Rosie & Mandy McQuade

5^th – Roma Diamond Boy & Sarah Killeen

6^th – Diamond Millie & Heather Beattie

Class 3 – 80cm horses

1^st – Bon Amie & Heather Smith

2^nd – Rosie & Mandy McQuade

3^rd – Lollie & Janet Furlong

4^th – Rosford Ruby & Heather Williams

5^th – Sky & Caroline Chambers

6^th – Toy Boy & Sandra Somerville

Class 4 – 90cm horses

1^st – Gigi & Lucinda Blakiston-Houston

2^nd – Kileaton Addition & Fergal McKinney

3^rd – Chilled Magners & Sandra Somerville

4^th – Jolene & Katie Clarke

5^th – Seaford Rebel & Rachel Magee

6^th- Lollie & Janet Furlong

Class 5 – 1 metre horses

1^st – Gigi & Lucinda Blakiston-Houston

2^nd – Kileaton Addition & Fergal McKinney

3^rd – Seaford Rebel & Rachel Magee

4^th – Aughentaine Cavalier & Emma Boyd

5^th -  Sky & Peter Flanagan

Champion Horse – Bon Amie & Heather Smith

Reserve – Gigi & Lucinda Blakiston-Houston

Class 6 – 50cm ponies

1^st – Rossfire Runaway & Sophia Williams

2^nd – Coolmore Princess & Patrick Williams

=3^rd – Chyolo Sprinkles & Mercedes Maye

Chyolo Sprinkles & Willow Maye

Class 7 – 60cm ponies

1^st – Midnight Rebel & Kamryn McQuade

2^nd – Finchogue Aztec & Ciara Owens

Class 8 – 70cm ponies

1^st – Midnight Rebel & Kamryn McQuade

2^nd – Finchogue Aztec & Ciara Owens

3^rd – Springhill Luigi & Morgan Maye

Class 9 – 80cm ponies – No entry

Class 10 – 90cm ponies – No entry

Champion pony Midnight Rebel & Kamryn McQuade

Reserve Finchogue Aztec & Ciara Owens

Winner of the Rosie O’Grady Perpetual Cup for the highest placed SVRC member – Lucinda Blakiston-Houston & Gigi

Further dates for your diary Wednesdays 1^st, 8^th, 15^th & 22^nd July – the annual summer showjumping league at Ecclesville, Fintona – open to members & non-members, ponies & horses.  Classes for everyone – 60cm, 70cm, 80cm, 90cm & 1 metre.

“Rhonda Geary, RUAS along with Niall and Margaret Creighton from Creighton’s of Finaghy announcing their continued sponsorship of the Hunters at Balmoral Show 2015.

International Show Jumping at this year’s Balmoral Show will see some of the top and up-and-coming young riders from the British Isles and across the world, compete head to head.  Countries including Egypt, Canada, Thailand, Great Britain and Ireland, will create a truly international field of show jumpers who are sure to provide three days of nail biting competition.

The Rydale International Speed & Power class is one of six international competitions being held throughout the three days. Promising excitement and expertise this exhilarating competition will be one to watch.  The Rydale sponsored event will be held on Thursday 14^th May at 6pm.

The overall prize fund for the CSI2* BalmoraI International Show Jumping event stands at £38,500.   The Barclay Communications & Bottle Green International Grand Prix is one of the Show’s highlights and the finale of the Show jumping week.  It takes place at 4.15pm on Friday 15^th May.   The winner will take home £7,260!  Ireland’s Alexander Butler will be back to defend his 2013 and 2014 title and will battle it out with other top riders.  Geoff Billington (GB) Dermott Lennon (IRL), Greg Broderick (IRL) and Daniel Coyle (IRL) are just a few of the talented renowned names entered.

In other equestrian news P&O are sponsoring the P&O Arena which will host a variety of competitions from the Young Stock Championship to Dressage demonstrations.  Joanna Walsh, P&O Ferries Marketing & Communications Manager said, “We at P&O Ferries are delighted to sponsor the P&O Arena this year at Balmoral Show. We operate the shortest, fastest and most frequent crossings across the Irish Sea. With sailings from Larne to Troon alongside our sailings to Cairnryan and some great deals available, there has never been a better time to head to Scotland”.

The Pegus Young Event Horse Championship dressage and conformation tests will be held in the P&O Arena on the first evening of the Show.  Speaking on the quality of entrants Declan Cullen, Pegus said “It’s been a fabulous series so far with some fantastic horses, there has been some great traditional breeding lines coming to the fore.  It’s going to be great final at Balmoral.”

To keep up to date with 2015 Balmoral Show news check out our website www.balmoralshow.co.uk, Facebook: Balmoral Show and Twitter: @balmoralshow.

Photo Caption: Joanna Walsh, P&O and Rhonda Geary, RUAS celebrating the new P&O Arena at the 2015 Balmoral Show.

Max McDonnell Photo: Jim McConnell

Saturday 11 April 2015 saw the final of our Working Hunter League.  A  welcoming course was in situ for all the competitors and the day started with the Amateur Performance Novice Class and first place went to Karina McVeigh riding Midnight Reflection, Karen Jeffrey riding Junior took second position and Catherine Ross riding Milo took third place.  Next was the Amateur Novice class and the winner of the class was Sonia Tester riding Embaradero, second place went to Suzi McLean riding her fabulous coloured cob Scooby, Louise McMinn riding Bravo took third place, fourth place went to Siobhan Mulligan riding Miss Moneypenny, Alison McClenaghan riding Mark took fifth place and Karen Connolly riding Bonnies Web took 6th place.  League placing for this class was Louise McMinn in first place, Karen Jeffrey second, third Karen Connolly and Karina McVeigh in fourth position.

Amateur Novice Competitors Photo: Jim McConnell

The Small Working Hunter Class was next on the agenda and it was Emily McGowan on Rathbane Legend who took the Red Ribbon and continuing on her winning form Emily took second place on Bennyliath.  Jenny Auld riding her grey Mare Tia rode into third position, Sarah Russell on Mullaghadrin Lass took fourth place and in fifth place was Janice Reddy riding Kerry Finlay’s grey gelding Bolero.  Jenny Auld took the Red Rosette in this league with Sarah Russell taking second place.    Siobhan Mulligan on her Coloured Cob Miss Moneypenny took the Red Ribbon in the Cob Class.  Next class was the 80 cm Working Hunter Horse and it was local rider Victoria Teuton riding Dark Secret who took the Red Rosette, second place went to Lauren Ferguson riding Sherbet Dip, riding into third position was Alison McClenaghan on Mark, Claire Liddle on Splashdance took fourth position and Ryan Warden riding Java James took fifth place.

Karen Jeffrey Photo: Jim McConnell

Lauren Ferguson took the Red Ribbon in this league.  The 90cm Working Hunter Class winner was Victoria Teuton on winning form riding Innisharoan Aoife.  Sarah Russell on Mullaghadrin Lass took second place.  Lucy Cunningham on her new mount Off the Cuff took third place, Frances Courtney riding Dark Secret and Gareth McLean on Harry jointly took fourth position, Jenny McBride riding Java James took fifth place.  The 1m Working Hunter Horse class winner was Janice Reddy riding La Petite Alezan, riding into second place was Lucy Cunningham on Off the Cuff and third was Ailsa martin on Shakira.  After lunch the competition continued with the ponies.

Victoria Teuton Photo: Jim McConnell

First up was the Cross Pole class.  Both Max McDonnell on Mountain Game Cock and Ellie McDowell riding Tabita Melody Maker were joint first.  The Perfomance 50/60cm class was next with Ellie McDonnell riding Rawfantina Jammy Dodger taking the Red Rosette.  Second place went to Lauren Taylor riding Charlie and riding into third position was Jack McGlennon on Gannaway Breeze.  Cradle Stakes were next and Ellie McDonnell carried on her winning streak to take the Red Ribbon,  Lauren Taylor on Charlie took second place and Lauren McGlennon on Gannaway Breeze took third position.  Next up was the Festival Starter/Nursery Stakes with Ellie McDonnell riding Belle Vue Royal Jester taking first place, Lara Kelly riding Milford Spectacular took second position and Eva McClurg riding Cadlan Valley Caradog took third place.

Sarah Russell Photo: Jim McConnell

The Mountain & Moorland Working Hunter Pony exceeding 122cm winner was Laura Campbell riding Brilyn Spirit, Charlotte Smiley on Teach Mor Knight rode into second place, Hannah Thompson on Llarnarth Promises took third place and Eva McClurg riding Cadlan Valley Caradog took fourth place.  The Performance 70/80 cm class winner was Charlotte Smiley on Teach Mor Knight.  Ellie McDowell on Belle Vue Royal Jester won the Festival 133cm Working Hunter Pony Class.  The Perfomance 80/90 cm class winner was Katie McKee on Morgans Dun Deal with Evan McClurg on Galloon Ceol riding into second position.  The Festival Mountain & Moorland exceeding 138 cm class was won by Eval McClurg on Galloon Ceol, Sophie Ennis riding Coil Dearmad William took second place. Katie McKee riding Morgans Dun Deal took third place, Sarah Wiseman riding Lockinge Bertie took fourth and Hannah Thompson on Ballynacoy Sandy Savannagh.  Sophie Ennis riding Coill Dearmad William were the winners in the Festival 143cm Working Hunter Pony Class.  Sarah Wiseman riding Locking Bertie were the winners of the 153cm Festival Working Hunter Pony Class.

Clare Medland drawing out Rolltack winner Photo: Jim McConnell

Ardnacashel Equestrian would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who supported the league and the sponsors, namely, Makins of Newry and Rolltack for the fabulous prizes.

The winner of the Rolltack Unit was Nicole Barr.
We are continuing to run Show Jumping Training Shows every Thursday night starting at 7 pm with the Cross Pole Class.  We look forward to welcoming you to our venue.

Winner of Class 1, Kaitlin Kearns (on Joe) with Judges Michael and Audrey Smyth

Saturday 21^st March saw the Working Hunter For All Spring League finishing at Mill Yard Equestrian Centre, Anahilt, Hillsborough.

A lovely sunny spring day saw that the show was fully enjoyed by competitors and spectators alike.

Mill Yard would like to thank all competitors, Judges Audrey and Michael Smyth, supporters and A.P. Photography.

The next event at Mill Yard is our Easter Show Jumping on Tuesday 7^th April, starting 11am with X-poles followed by 55cm, 70cm, 80cm and 95cm.

For more information, check out www.mill-yard.co.uk or contact Lucy on 07790625794.

Results for Working Hunter For All, Saturday 21^st March:

Class 1: 1^st – Kaitlin Kearns on Puzzle
2^nd – Kaitlin Kearns on Joe

3^rd – Holly Carville on Socks

4^th – Poppy Hepburn on Equiliba Ellie

5^th – Vivienne Andrews on Sarah’s Pebbles

6^th – Carla McCrissican on Goldie

Joint Winners of Class 4, Susie Kinley on Tippy, Judge Michael Smyth, Jenna Crawford on Patchmills KitKat

Class 2: 1^st – Holly Carville on Socks

2^nd – Louise Delany on Mardy

3^rd – Kathryn Black on Thundermountain

                4^th – Louise Murphy on Molly Malone

5^th – Lewis Orr on Humbug

                6^th – Carla McCrissican on Goldie

Class 3: 1^st – Claire Liddle on Splash

2^nd – Chelsie Orr on Lynch

3^rd – Susie Kinley on Tippy

                4^th – Lee Simpson on Lisnabilla

5^th – Ella Herron on Prancing Queen

                6^th – Dierdragh Murphy on Susie

Class 4: =1^st – Jenna Crawford on Patchmills KitKat

                =1^st– Susie Kinley on Tippy

                3^rd – Pamela Fox on Bonnie Foxy Lady

4^th – Tola Thompson on Willow

League Champion Claire Liddle on Splash, Judge Michael Smyth, League Reserve Champion Jazmin Vollands on Pippa

5^th – Lee Simpson on Lisnabilla
                6^th – Katherine McCaughan on Monsoon

Class 5:  1^st – Jazmin Vollands on Pippa

2^nd – Victoria Fox on Lislaird Joni
3^rd – Claire Martin on Ben L
4^th – Julie Donaghy Simpson on He’s The Lad
5^th – Liz Cherry on Jessica
6^th – Pamela Fox on Bonnie Foxy Lady

Champion – Claire Liddle on Splash

Reserve Champion – Susie Kinley on Tippy

Working Hunter For All Spring League Results, Saturday 21^st March:

Class 1: 1^st – Kaitlin Kearns on Joe
2^nd – Holly Carville on Socks

3^rd – Vivienne Andrews on Sarah’s Pebbles

4^th – Carla McCrissican on Goldie

Class 2: 1^st – Holly Carville on Socks

2^nd – Louise Delany on Mardy

3^rd – Kathryn Black on Thundermountain

                4^th – Lewis Orr on Humbug

5^th – Carla McCrissican on Goldie

                6^th – Tasha Anderson on Heathpool Zeno

Class 3: 1^st – Claire Liddle on Splash

2^nd – Chelsie Orr on Lynch

3^rd – Susie Kinley on Tippy

                4^th – Tasha Anderson on Heathpool Zeno

5^th – Jill Banford on Candy

Class 4: 1^st – Pamela Fox on Bonnie Foxy Lady

                3^rd – Katherine McCaughan on Monsoon

4^th – Chelsie Orr on Lynch

Class 5:  1^st – Jazmin Vollands on Pippa

2^nd – Victoria Fox on Lislaird Joni
3^rd – Liz Cherry on Jessica
4^th – Pamela Fox on Bonnie Foxy Lady

League Champion – Claire Liddle on Splash

League Reserve Champion – Jazmin Vollands on Pippa

L to R Hannah Agnew Edentrillick Honey Bee, Phoebe Beaumont Rocha, Cerys Howell Alfie novice 143cm

Last weekend saw the final round of the Horseworld NI working hunter league hosted in the Antwerp Arena at Gransha Equestrian Centre.  The league winner of each class was presented with a beautiful ‘Antwerp Arena’ rug courtesy of Gransha EC and a stunning brown and cream sash and rosette which are the company colours of Horseworld NI.   This local business which is owned and run by Vicky Cunningham has been established for 3 years now and stocks a wide range of equestrian brands.  The beauty of this business is that Vicky can travel around the competition venues with her mobile tack shop so riders will never be stuck for those essential items they may have left at home on the day of a show.

L to R 2nd Abby Cummisky Maximilo sponsor Vicky Cunningham 1st Cerys Howell Captain Morgan open 133cm

The horse classes took place on Saturday14th and our judges were Erin and Laurel Faloona.  Valery Clegg and Highly Sprung fought off stiff competition to win the league in class 1 (70cm performance).  In a very close 2^nd were ‘Polly’ and Judith Bankhead.  Third place went to Lynzi McCartney and Logans Leap.  The winning combination on the day was ‘Tory’ ridden by Emma Jackson.  2^nd went to Judith Bankhead on ‘Polly’ and 3^rd was Colin Halliday on ‘Aero’.  After a quick swap, Emma Jackson returned on ‘George’ and ‘Thor’ to take 1^st and 2^nd in the four year old class.  Rachel Moore came 3^rd with ‘Playboy,’  Moving up the leaderboard to take the top spot in the novice 70cm class was the consistent partnership of Lynzi McCartney and ‘Logans Leap.’  This pair won on the day and won the league.  Slotting into 2^nd was Laura Wilson and ‘Sunday’ followed by Vicky Teuton with ‘Good to Go’.

Cerys Howell Captain Morgan with sponsor Vicky Cunningham

It was a win for Caitlin McKechnie and Sharon McGimpsey’s ‘Knockamara Gypsy’ in the coloured WH class.  Gail McIlwaine and ‘Ballyroly’ took 2^nd while Kate Campbell and ‘Glen’ slotted into 3^rd.  Grand Prix Dressage rider Lucy Adams showed us all how it should be done by winning the open 80cm WH class with her very talented schoolmaster ‘Ben Hymn’.  Emma Jackson had a 2^nd with Hugh while Vicky Teuton notched up another 3^rd with ‘Good to Go.’  It was a successful day for local businessman Ian Jones of Ian’s School of Motoring as he took home the sash and rug for being league winners of this section with his beautiful brown mare, ‘Ebony.’  Suzanne Cobain and ‘Elsa’ also stood out from the crowd as they won the league prize in the novice smalls class.  Homebred ‘Coonawara’ and Kirsty Jackson took 1^st place in the open smalls class with Rachel Moore and ‘Old Yard Imp’ slotting into 2^nd.

Michelle McConnel and ‘Sunday Morning’ continued their good form to win the league prize in the open 90cm class.  Rachel Moore took the top spot in the open 1m class with ‘Fortview Toy Boy’ while Emily Morris and ‘Florida Bud’ took 2^nd.  Emily then went on to win the 1m 10cm WH class.

Novice 70cm League Winner Lindsay McCartney and Logan’s Leap

Day two of our working hunter finals took place on Sunday 15^th with the pony classes.  Alison Kirpatrick put the children through their paces and once again prizes were very generously sponsored by Gransha EC and Horseworld NI.  Lucy Donnan and her gorgeous pony ‘Donny Darko’ were the first pair to be presented with their first place in the cross pole class.  It was the turn of older sister Holly Donnan in the First ridden class as she took 1^st place with ‘Lady Zara’.  2^nd went to Zara Wood and ‘Ballymac Girl’.  Lucy Donan took 3^rd this time with ‘Lady Zara.’

Kate Campbell and Glen competing in the 80cm Coloureds

Ballymac Girl has been the pony to beat this season in these classes with young Zara Wood coming back week after week and showing great determination and dedication.  All of that hard work paid off as the pair went home with not one but two sashs’ after winning the league in the first ridden and the cradle stakes classes.  On the day it was Hannhah Bayfield and ‘Ruby’ who impressed the judge to win the cradle stakes.  Standing out from the crowd in the open starter stakes was Abby Cummisky and her pony ‘Maxamilo’.  They won on the day and took home the league prize.  Lauren Belton McGlennon and ‘Ganaway Breeze’  had a successful day picking up a 4^th in the open cradle stakes and a 2^nd in the open starter stakes.  ‘Brunely Winston’ ridden by Lucy Kayes picked up a 3^rd in the open starter stakes on the day and went on to win a lovely GEC saddle cloth for taking 2^nd place in the league.

Laura Wilson and Sunday competing in 80cm Open

Ellen Douglas partnered ‘Jamie’ to victory in the 70cm performance class, meaning Ashleigh Saunderson had to settle for 2^nd.  Caitlin McCechnie slotted into 3^rd with ‘Fat Boy’ while Lauren Belton McGlennon and ‘Ganaway Breeze’ took 4^th.  Putting all her points together over the series of months Ashleigh Saunderson came out on top with her brilliantly versatile pony ‘Stuart Little’ to win the league prize in the 70cm performance.  Hannah Bayfield and Ruby also picked up a 1^st in the small M&M class.  Abby Cummisky notched up another win, this time in the novice 133cm class with Maximilo while Ashleigh and ‘Stuart Little’ slotted into 2^nd.  Finishing off her day in great style Ashleigh claimed 1^st place in the M&M over 122 but not exceeding 138cm.  Rachel Moore and Lorrudgh Cedro took 2^nd and Cery Howell and Captain Morgan came 3^rd.  League placings for this class wen to Cerys in 1^st and Ashleigh in 2^nd.

70cm Performance League Winners Valerie Clegg and Storm

The ribbons in the open 133cm class went to Captain Morgan for the league and on the day.  2^nd place went to Abby Cummisky and Maximilo.  Lucy Cunningham piloted two ponies around the 90cm performance class with Harvey taking the honours and Paddy taking 3^rd place.  Slotting into 2^nd was Niamh Martin and MixNMatch.  Paddy came out trumps in terms of the league placings, Harvey took 2^nd and MixNMatch came 3^rd.

80cm Open League Winners Ian Jones and Ebony

Cerys claimed another red ribbon, this time on Mr Murphy in the M&M over 138cm class.  2^nd place on the day went to Phoebe Beaumont on Rocha.  Phoebe did one better in the novice 143cm class winning with Rocha.  Hannah Agnew came 2^nd with Edentrillick Honey Bee while Cerys came 3^rd with Alfie.  Alfie wen t on to win the league prize.

90 Open League winner Michelle McConnell and Sunday Morning

Lucys’ two rides came head to head in the open 143cm class with Paddy winning and Harvey taking 2^nd place.  Cerys Howell came 3^rd with ‘Foxy Roxy.’  Cerys continued her winning form, this time winning the novice 153cm class with Lulu and the 153cm open with Mr Murphy.

A huge thanks to our judges and sponsors.   Saturday 21^st March sees the conclusion of the Interschools Showjumping while Sunday 22^nd finishes off our dressage league.  Results and schedules can be found at www.granshaequestrian.co.uk

Champion Pony “Fizz” and Ciara Lane pose with their rosettes

A cold, frosty winter’s day didn’t deter everyone from the Winter Working Hunter Show at Laurel View on 1^st February.

 The team at Laurel View are very grateful to the competitors who came from far and near despite the possibilities of getting frostbit! Kirsty and Courtney Stuart cast their knowledgeable eyes over the horse competitors in front of them and duly awarded the rosettes, prizes and trophies. The top accolade of Champion Working Hunter Horse and the David Warwick Memorial Cup went to Erin Faloona riding Kirsty Marsdens Loughmourne Diamond. The Champion also received a special prize sponsored by Lauren’s Forever Aloe. The Reserve Champion title and trophy went to Colonel Gun ridden by Laura King who was just home for the weekend.

Matthew Johnston and Blue Stone Jupiter his impressive 4 year old

Georgia Stubington took up the judge’s position in the afternoon and the pony competitors all proudly presented their four legged friends for her expert scrutiny. After the points were all added up the positions and prizes were awarded as recorded below. With the trophy for Champion Working Hunter Pony and mini bucket of Lauren’s Forever Aloe goodies going to Ciara Lane and Fizz, while Wizard of Oz and Sophie Winn took the Reserve Champion trophy home.

Erin Faloona jumps Loughmourne Diamond into the Champion position

This Working Hunter Show is only one of many different competitions and activities being run at Laurel View, make sure you have bookmarked www.laurelview.co.uk

Many of the classes were qualifiers for the Northern Ireland Festival and good wishes are extended to all who go forward to compete at the Festival.

Working Hunter Horses

Class 1: 60cms Working Hunter Horse

Ellie Johnston and Dapple win the 50cm and runner up over the 60cm

1^st Midnight Reflection, Karina McVeigh; 2^nd Mark, Alison McClenaghan; 3^rd Ula, Carol Galvin; 4^th Laurel View Rab, Sarah Saied.

Class 2: 70cm Working Hunter Horse

1^st Harvey, Carolyn Houston; 2^nd Ballylar Brandy, Rebecca McWhinney; 3^rd Midnight Reflection, Karina McVeigh.

Class 3: 4 year old Working Hunter Horse (born 2010)

1^st Blue Stone Jupiter, Matthew Johnston.

Class 4: 80cm Working Hunter Horse

Reserve Champion Horse for Laura King and Colonel Gun

1^st The Castletown Lad, Miriam Wright.

Class 5: 80cm Small Working Hunter Horse (not exceeding 158cms)

1^st Blonde 007, Erin Faloona.

Class 6: 80cm Cobs Working Hunter

1^st Fitzpatrick, Christine Cuthbertson.

Class 7: 90cm Working Hunter Horse

1^st Waggledance, Emma Andrews; 2^nd Lisbane Flame, Amanda Speers; 3^rd Drumnagalley Cruise, Kathryn King; 4^th Monty, Fiona Fitzgibbon.

Class 8: 1m Working Hunter Horse

1^st Colonel Gun, Laura King; 2^nd Amber, Nicole Billings; 3^rd Waggledance, Emma Andrews; 4^th Lisbane Flame, Amanda Speers; 5^th Loughmourne Diamond, Erin Faloona; 6^th Ben L, Claire Martin; 7^th Drumnagalley Cruise, Kathryn King.

Class 9: 1.10m Working Hunter Horse

1^st Loughmourne Diamond, Erin Faloona; 2^nd Ben L, Claire Martin.

Champion Working Hunter Horse presented with the David Warwick Memorial Cup - Loughmourne Diamond, Erin Faloona

Reserve Champion Working Hunter Horse – Colonel Gun, Laura King

Working Hunter Ponies

Class 10: 40cm Working Hunter Pony

1^st Nifty, Lauren Houston; 2^nd Nifty, Freya McClenaghan.

Class 11: 50cm Working Hunter Pony

1^st Dapple, Ellie Johnston; 2^nd Laurel View Tyson, Niamh Sloan.

Class 12: 60cm Working Hunter Pony

1^st Wizard of Oz, Sophie Winn; 2^nd Dapple, Ellie Johnston.

Class 13: 70cm Working Hunter Pony

1^st Wizard of Oz, Sophie Winn; 2^nd Charlies Dream, Bethany Smith; 3^rd Maximillion, Victoria Greenaway; 4^th Chief, Cora McNulty; 5^th Chester, Charlotte Brown.

Class 14: 80cm Working Hunter Pony

1^st Maximillion, Victoria Greenaway; 2^nd Donegreagh Prionsias, Lucy Johnston; 3^rd Charlies Dream, Bethany Smith.

Class 15: 90cm Working Hunter Pony

1^st Chester, Charlotte Brown; 2^nd Donegreagh Prionsias, Lucy Johnston; 3^rd Fizz, Ciara Lane.

Class 16: 1m Working Hunter Pony

1^st Fizz, Ciara Lane.

Champion Working Hunter Pony – Fizz, Ciara Lane

Reserve Champion Working Hunter Pony – Wizard of Oz, Sophie Winn