Connell Hill will host their second Unregistered Horse Show on Saturday 18th January 2014 at 10.30 am, classes 80 cm – 1.20 m. This is the ideal show to introduce or bring on the young horse as riders will have the opportunity to warm up in the new spacious outdoor arena before jumping a course [...]
Connell Hill held the first date of their two Unregistered Horse Shows on Saturday 11th January with the second date scheduled for Saturday 18th January 2014 at 10.30 am, classes 80 cm – 1.20 m. This show saw competitors chase the opportunity of jumping a superbly educational track, designed by Mr W Crean, to introduce [...]
SATURDAY 11TH AND 18TH JANUARY Connell Hill will host an Unregistered Horse Show on Saturday 11th and 18th January 2014 at 10.30 am, classes 80 cm – 1.20 m. This is the ideal show to introduce or bring on the young horse as riders will have the opportunity to warm up in the new spacious [...]
Friday night saw the first show of 2014 at Connell Hill as competitors arrived, oblivious to the stormy weather conditions, eager to jump at these first class indoor facilities. Training is such a vital role in any sport and none so much more than show jumping, the horse and the rider, as a team, gain [...]
The cold hard frost arrived on Sunday morning following the previous stormy winds as competitors arrived to jump a challenging course as they took a break from the festivities of partying, turkey and mulled wine. This was a most competitive day enjoyed by all as spectators viewed some super jumping from the viewing gallery as [...]
As we enter the festive season ‘Tis the Season To Be Jolly’ at Connell Hill, your No. 1 Venue, competitors arrived to jump at the friendly family orientated Training Show on Friday night. This show commenced with the X Poles which saw young up and coming stars of the future Max McDonnell on ‘Cocky’ and [...]
Saturday saw the final of this Inter-Venue Tour hosted at Connell Hill where competitors arrived to jump a course designed to provide smooth flowing jumping. All riders turned out in full show attire with horses all groomed and well polished tack. This most exciting day kicked off with the 70 cm class which saw Ciara [...]
The Training Show at Connell Hill saw once again the friendly family atmosphere provide real good jumping with the younger athletes filled with enthusiasm as they improve their riding skills. This show is a real confidence booster to not only the rider but also the novice horse as they encounter a course of show jumping [...]
The frosty night did not put competitors off as they jumped at the opportunity of competing at these first class indoor facilities on Friday night. This Training Show is perfect for schooling or to bring on the young in-experienced horse, here help, guidance and advice is on hand to assist the rider also. It is [...]
With only one date remaining, 23rd November, before the final of this SJI Horse league on Saturday 30th November competitors arrived eager to walk the course which was designed to reward smooth riding whilst asking for precision when jumping their magnificent steads. The sunny morning added to the relaxed friendly atmosphere as the show commenced [...]
It was a hive of activity at Connell Hill as competitors turned out to jump a super course of fences designed to bring on the young horse and encourage the novice rider to join forces with the more advanced riders who attend. This family venue welcomes everyone as help, guidance and assistance is freely given [...]
It is count down time now as there is only two weeks remaining, 16th and 23rd November, of this SJI League at Connell Hill before the final on Saturday 30th November. The sun appeared bringing no great warmth as the winter chill getting a grip stayed around all day, hence the show sped along as [...]
Sunday saw a ‘grand’ day for the final of the Indoor Derby Show at Connell Hill which was sponsored by Judy Maxwell, Baileys Horse Feeds and Trevor McClelland, Doagh Farm Feeds. Following the torrential rain fall the previous day riders appreciated the sun pocketed dry day adding to this already fun filled exciting show. The [...]
The seventh leg of this Autumn SJI league began damp and chilly but very soon the sun came out and winked as the clouds pushed in bringing the rain, but as the riders were dampened their spirits rose eager to jump fences designed to test their ability over a technical course. There are three dates [...]
It was the weekend for ghosts, ghouls, witches, vampires and the like but none were to be seen at Connell Hill when competitors arrived to jump at the Indoor Training Show on Friday night. Ponies and horses jumped a track designed to test control and riding skills in a friendly, family, relaxed atmosphere. Starting the [...]
Balmoral Thursday Showing Results
Yearlings 21 COLT or GELDING, foaled in 2016, thoroughbred and non thoroughbred, entered in their respective stud book, likely to make a high class performer. Prize Cat. No Cat. Name Details 1st 53 Gibson, Mr Desmond ROLEX 2nd 60 O Gorman, Mr Kieran MURPHY 2 3rd 58 Martin, Mrs Pat CLOVER CHOICE 4th 55 Kirkpatrick, Mrs [...]
Balmoral Results Wednesday 10th May 2017
28 MARE or GELDING, 4 years old, capable of carrying over 14st [89kg]. Prize Cat. No Cat. Name Details 1st 137 Tierney Mrs Daphne BLOOMFIELD BADGER 2nd 134 McElligott, Richard F PUSHKIN 3rd 136 Rothwell, Mr. Derry GREENHALL HUNTSMAN 4th 139 Williams, Mr Ian MARLFIELD 5th 138 Wallace, Mr Trevor APPLE JACK 29 MARE or GELDING, 4 [...]
Knotts Bakery Sponsor Young Event Horse Championship
The RUAS are delighted to announce that Knotts Bakery is continuing their sponsorship of the Young Event Horse Championship at Balmoral Show 2017. There will be four year old and five year old classes which aim to identify high calibre horses bred in Ireland with the potential to become top class eventers. The Knotts Bakery [...]
RUAS Launch Four Day Balmoral Show
The Royal Ulster Agricultural Society (RUAS) today launched the 149th Balmoral Show in partnership with Ulster Bank. This year’s Show will provide an exciting mix of food, farming excellence and showmanship alongside an exhilarating entertainment schedule from 10th – 13th May 2017. With many new additions to the Show, news of a fourth day is proving the most [...]
Dublin Horse Show Officially Launched
Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane Ross TD officially launched the Dublin Horse Show today June 15th at the RDS, Dublin. The participation of many Rio-bound gold medal hopefuls at this year’s Dublin Horse Show means a change from the traditional August dates to July 20-24 for this summer institution. Despite the earlier date, [...]
