Successful candidates who passed the Level 1 British Horse Society’s Horse Owners Certificate at Gransha Equestrian Centre are pictured right. Level 2 has now started and a B.H.S. Riding & Road Safety test with commence at the beginning of March. For further details contact Anne Rodgers on 07871186550.
Fun jumping was the topic for Gransha Riding Club’s recent event. The 60/70cms pairs was won by Suzi McClean/Scooby and Clare Sloan/Ronaldo two seconds ahead of Emma Martin/Kate and Sara Brashaw/ Echo, with junior members Josh Getty/Autumn Surprise and Ashleigh Saunderson/Stuart Lyttle in 3rd place. In the 80/90cms pairs Laura Buckley/Mr T and Paula Dougherty/Briggs [...]
As we approach summer, according to the calendar, thoughts turn to warmer weather, longer day light hours and show time. So why not be prepared and have horses fit and ready to go forward, and where better to grab the opportunity with training shows for horses on Thursdays at 10.00 am, 80 cm – 1.20 [...]
High winds and icy roads disrupted travel arrangements on Saturday for the final round of Portmore’s unregistered horse and pony league sponsored by EquestrianResults.co.uk meaning that some combinations were unable to make it to the earlier classes, however competitor numbers on the day were high and the timed phase of the competition was a popular [...]
Week ending 2nd February 2014, results Ravensdale Lodge Equestrian & Event Centre. Two superb indoor arenas ensured that the continued spell of inclement weather did not affect competitors at Ravensdale Lodge this week as everyone was high, dry and warm while competing on top class surfaces. Week two of the winter / spring season at [...]
For the third successive week, competitors at The Meadows had to brave the elements whilst competing at the Flexi Eventing. Indeed many were unable to make it given the overnight snowfall in some areas. However, those who conquered the conditions put up a strong fight for rosettes in all disciplines. The results do not accurately [...]
Leading equestrian retailer, Old Mill Saddlery has landed a significant order for its signature own brand race exercise saddle. A leading Japanese trainer placed the large order for Old Mills Race Exercise saddle which has been used by leading trainers such as Paul Nicholls, Gordon Elliott, Richard Hannon and many more. The Old Mill race [...]
So January arrived, Christmas and New Year long gone and weather still determined to spoil the fun of every horse owner in the country. Undeterred, the Northern Ireland Working Hunter Association soldier on taking their first 2014 Winter Series Event to Knockagh View Equestrian Centre. The horses kicked off the day with everyone keen to [...]
Monday 10 February BBC One Northern Ireland, 10.35pm (For viewers outside of NI, living in the rest of the UK, BBC One Northern Ireland can be viewed via Sky Channel 953, Freesat Channel 957 and Virgin Channel 863) True North: Life and Times of Master Hamilton follows the story of Hunt Master Andy Hamilton – a [...]
It was once again another relaxed fun night at Connell Hills’ Training Show which saw riders and horses gaining confidence as they endeavour to go forward in this most elite sport. Riders of all ages and ability attend with horses of all different jumping abilities, Cobs, Connemaras, Thoroughbreds, X Race Horses, all attend performing in [...]
What a day? The second leg of the Indoor Derby League was the first Laurel View competition of 2014 and what a start it was! The wind and rain was blowing outside, but in the Laurel View indoor arenas things were buzzing. Despite a high percentage of eliminations in the 60cm class, competitors seemed [...]
Sophie Wells is an outstanding young athlete who combines a successful Para Dressage career with competing at Grand Prix in able-bodied dressage competitions. At the age of just 23, Sophie is not only the reigning World and European Champion with eleven championship gold medals between her two top horses, she was also part of the [...]
Mini League Results 24th January 2014 A great night was had by all at the third leg of the mini league, hosted by Downshire, at Lusks Equestrian Centre on Friday 24th Jan. There are two legs of the league left before the final – so don’t miss out!! Thank you to everyone who came out and [...]
ROSS HOUSE EQUESTRIAN HOLIDAYS / EQUIFESTIVAL QUALIFIERS, 26 JAN 2014 Working hunter pony 60cm: Roisin Winters (Penway Pelikin) M+M working hunter pony over 122 under 138 70cm: Roisin Winters (Penway Pelikin) Working hunter pony 70cm: Marie Cormican (Grey Chance) M+M working hunter pony over 138 80cm: Thomas Whyte ( Arda Bobby) Working hunter pony 80cm: [...]
Downshire Riding Club were out in force at the recent NI Riding Club Indoor Show Jumping Championships held on a very blustery Saturday 25th January at Portmore Equestrian Centre. Chef D’Equipe Sarah McLean had a very long and busy day organising the 18 horse and rider combinations who turned out to compete for Downshire-a superb [...]
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, [...]
