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Barclay Communications’ Race Evening Raises Thousands

Barclay Communications’ Race Evening Raises Thousands

| June 13, 2013

On Friday 31st of May Barclay Communications raised over seven thousand pounds for the Jonjo Bright Trust at the tenth annual Barclay Communications’ Race Evening. The Jonjo Bright Trust was set up when 19 year old aspiring amateur jockey, Jonjo Bright was left paralysed after a point-to-point fall on the 2nd March 2013. To support [...]

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Quality Lots Available at Derby Sales Horses in Training Section

Quality Lots Available at Derby Sales Horses in Training Section

| June 13, 2013

Eleven lots are catalogued for the Select Horses in Training section of the upcoming Derby Sale and are now available to view online. This section features highly sought after racehorses fresh off the track from recent successes. The HIT section will take place after Lot 90 of the Derby Sale on Thursday June 27th. Catalogues [...]

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Third Week of Ards Summer Jumping

Third Week of Ards Summer Jumping

| June 13, 2013

The weather continued to hold fair for week three of the Club’s summer show jumping. Despite the earlier rain, ground conditions were good. Karina McVeigh and Cheyenne took 1st place in Class1 while Cerys Howells and Runaway Dolly secured 1st place in Class 2. 1st place prize in Class 3 went to Regan McKee and [...]

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Tullymurry Two Phase Scorching Success!

Tullymurry Two Phase Scorching Success!

| June 12, 2013

Sunday 9th June saw the sunshine greet a large entry of competitions to Tullymurry Equestrian centre for the Annual Spring Two Phase Event, for which an impressive array of silverware was up for grabs!. All ages and abilities were tested over 3 levels of competition. The day commenced with show jumping over a colourful course [...]

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Ardnacashel Pony and Horse Show Jumping Leagues Conclude

Ardnacashel Pony and Horse Show Jumping Leagues Conclude

| June 12, 2013

The finals of Ardnacashel Equestrian’s Pony and Horse Show Jumping Leagues took place on Friday 31 May and Sunday 2 June respectively. Riders who qualified during the leagues turned out to enjoy the glorious sunshine whilst jumping in the new international size arena. Pony Show Jumping League Results: X Pole Class: 1st Lara McComb Paige, [...]

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Record Entries at Banbridge Show

Record Entries at Banbridge Show

| June 12, 2013

There was a great carnival atmosphere at The Meadows Equestrian Centre for Banbridge Two Day Show run by the Iveagh Showjumpers. There were bumper entries in all classes, enjoying the superb courses in the two wonderful arenas where the variety and colour of fences was spectacular. Saturday was reserved for horses with the master class [...]

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Indie’N Summer Night at Connell Hill

Indie’N Summer Night at Connell Hill

| June 12, 2013

As the sun continues to shine Connell Hill is the place to be to jump your horse in the cool of the indoor arena, competitors took advantage of this opportunity as they attended the training show on Friday night.  A young man going places following his sisters hoof-prints is Calum McVeigh on ‘Indie’ as he [...]

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Euro Day at Connell Hill

Euro Day at Connell Hill

| June 12, 2013

The first day of the new SJI Horse League at Connell Hill saw a large number of competitors attend but as the day got warmer the horses felt the heat of warming up outdoors and welcomed the cooler climate of the indoor arena where a comprehensive course of fences awaited. With all horses and riders [...]

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“Ravensdale Lodge remains a dust free zone as sun scorches”

“Ravensdale Lodge remains a dust free zone as sun scorches”

| June 11, 2013

Week ending 9th June results Ravensdale Lodge Equestrian, Trekking & Event Centre Despite the unusually hot & dry spell the country is experiencing much to the delight of everyone, the arenas at Ravensdale Lodge remain dust free as the irrigation system which was installed last year is used to great effect. All competitions on the [...]

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Kernan Equestrian Summer SJI Horse & Pony League Results

Kernan Equestrian Summer SJI Horse & Pony League Results

| June 11, 2013

Kernan Equestrian Centre, Summer SJI Horse & Pony League, Thursday 6th June  2013 HORSES 80cm – No Result 90cms- 1,Carneyhaugh Sport Horses ’s Carneyhaugh Quantum (Paul Dillon); 1m- No Result 1.10m- 1,P. Murdock’s Annaghs Jane (Patricia Stewart); 1,R. Donnelly’s Mullentine Lady Clover (Roisin Donnelly); 1,A. Ervine’s Olliado (Patricia Stewart); 1,PJ Toner’s Hillside Douglas (Paul Dillon); 1,S. Hughes’s [...]

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Gransha Riding Club Jumping and Dressage Dates

Gransha Riding Club Jumping and Dressage Dates

| June 11, 2013

Gransha Riding Club is holding a jumping night on Tuesday 18th June at Gransha Equestrian Centre starting at 7pm. Classes will start at 60cms and everyone is welcome. Also being held on the 3rd and 10th July starting at 7pm is an Introduction to Dressage when riders will have the chance to practice how to [...]

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Caroline Donnelly of Camara Designs on Art and horses

Caroline Donnelly of Camara Designs on Art and horses

| June 11, 2013

Quick interview with Caroline Donnelly of Camara Designs… How long have you been painting and drawing horses? I first started painting horses when I was a little girl- the chubby carton type but I really starting to focus on them when I was studying for my GCSEs (they were a focal point in GCSE and [...]

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Are you covered to transport horses?

Are you covered to transport horses?

| June 10, 2013

Are you covered to transport horses? Rachel McGuigan, CAFRE. From 5th January 2008, transporters or attendants who transport horses on the roads, on journeys over 40 miles and up to 8 hours, must hold a Certificate of Competence for short journeys. The qualification is required under legislation for anyone transporting horses in connection with economic [...]

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Down Royal Summer Festival of Racing 2013

Down Royal Summer Festival of Racing 2013

| June 10, 2013

Friday 21st June and Saturday 22nd June: Escapism ….. capture it at Down Royal Join us for an incredible weekend of racing, glamour and elegance. The Summer Festival of Racing, which takes place on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd June at Down Royal Racecourse is the highlight of the summer social and racing calendar.   The [...]

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British Para Equestrian Coach, Clive Milkins Provides Intensive Training at Omagh RDA

British Para Equestrian Coach, Clive Milkins Provides Intensive Training at Omagh RDA

| June 10, 2013

Last week, the Omagh group of Riding for Disabled welcomed British Para Equestrian Coach, Clive Milkins to the centre for two days intensive training. Beginning his work with the RDA in the late 1980s at Moreton Hall Group; Clive  joined South Bucks RDA Group as Stable Manager and Chief Instructor in 1993, and remains at [...]

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