Portmore Refurbishment To Complete In Time for 3 Day GP Show
Joanne Wilkinson and Caspee jumping in the 80cm class
Spectators and competitors alike were very accommodating this week as new floors and paintwork altered familiar routines, however those arriving on Friday for the three day show will be greeted with a entirely fresh new look as finishing touches are completed in perfect time. This recent refurbishment marks the first of a number of new beginnings as Chantal and Rafael return home to implement their exciting new plans at the International Equestrian Centre. Weekly schedules, regular prize fund based novelty classes and competitions are among the first changes to be made rewarding competitors who choosing to compete regularly at Portmore.
Stephanie Elliot and Flynn jump clear in the 1m class
It was a busy week in the run up to the three day show with classes for every level proving popular. Tuesday night started at 7pm with classes from 60cm to 1.10m. It was great to see so many young horses getting prepared for the forthcoming season in the smaller classes. As the evening progressed, the restaurant was bustling with spectators enjoying the atmosphere as they watched competitors in the bigger classes. On Saturday the horse and pony training show had a great turn out at all levels from the 60cm to 1.30m. The week finished with SJI Horses on Sunday putting on a great display of competition as some horses and riders proved they were more than ready for the big show the following week. It was a good day for Barry Mc Cormack on Mos touch in the 1.20m and the 1.30m jumping fast against the clock to take first place.
Connor Stewart and Killy jump in the 1m class at Portmore’s unregistered show
Caroline Millar on Rosey sporting the new ‘purple’ that Portmore have chosen to re-brand the centre!
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