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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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, [...]
The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), the global governing body for equestrian sport, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Olympic Channel. The FEI is one of 27 International Federations to have signed an agreement with the IOC to work together to bring sport to a massively increased television audience worldwide. “Sport touches many [...]
Co Kildare’s Sean Kavanagh came out on top in the third round of the Mervue Equine LST at Ballivor Horse Show in Co Meath. Kananagh partnered the Rachel Stafford-owned Dungar Clover Brigade to victory finishing almost two seconds clear of the chasing pack. Dungar Clover Brigade is just a seven-year-old and by the stallion Boherdeal [...]
Results of Horse and Pony jumping held on Monday 28th 60cm 1st= Mealough Mist, Gwen Scott; Hilltop Lola, Martin McCabe. 70cm 1st Rocky, Rebekah Houston. 80cm 1st= Robbie, Sonia Walker; Rocky, Rebekah Houston; Mac, Yvonne Whiteside. 90cm 1st= Oscar, Caitlin Stuart; Dan, Caroline Black. Results of Pony jumping held on Friday 1st Cross Poles 1st= [...]
STRULE VALLEY RIDING CLUB are holding an Arena Eventing Competition this Sunday 17th February at Ecclesville Equestrian Centre, Fintona commencing at 1.30pm with the 70cm class, followed by 80cm, 90cm, 1 metre & 1’10. This will consist of 7 showjumps followed by 7 working hunter/cross country type fences; so come along & try something different! [...]
After months of planning and several unexpected changes, Olivia and I left the ranch on time with an obscene amount of baggage and as many warm wishes. But as fate would have it there was one more change in future. Once we reached Atlanta we experienced, as so many travelers before us, unexpected delays. So [...]
The second day of this years SJI Spring Horse League saw a large turnout of competitors jump a superb course built by Will Crean. Some of these horses are just starting their career and have benefited from the training shows held on Thursday nights where they are introduced to intercom, music, lights etc. Connell Hill [...]
There was a real buzz of activity at the Ecclesville Centre, Fintona as more than 100 competitors took part in the second week of the Ecclesville Training League! The organisers were delighted to welcome many of the regular competitors and also some new combinations to Ecclesville. Raymond Caldwell’s flowing courses were complimented by the recently [...]
Dressage Times – 9th February 2013 Arena 1- Judge: Myra Watters Pre Novice A Test: Pre Novice BE106 No Time Rider Horse 1 8.48 Ruth Currie Mullaghdrin Cointreau Lady 2 8.54 Sarah Sproule Lyleview Hornblower 3 9.00 Neil Morrison Rosie 4 9.06 Erin Faloona Roundthorn Excel 5 9.12 Emma Jackson Creevagh Silver de Haar 6 9.18 [...]
Note to competitors from Eventing Ireland is shown below… Will riders please note the change in rule for Headgear, as follows: RULE 53 Headgear Protective headgear is mandatory at all times. Note: Protective Headgear is defined as “Appropriate Helmet or Headgear that is in compliance with the applicable international testing standards. It must be properly fastened [...]
The new season is upon us and it’ll soon be time to get up extra early on the weekends to clean and plait our horses for what will hopefully be a great competition season ahead. Whether you’re into show jumping, dressage, eventing, endurance, or just having the most fun possible with your horse, we [...]
Downpatrick lad Patrick Turley rode his first ever double when winning on the Brian Hamilton first timer Big Vincey and Gary Magil trained Bran Castle. Big Vincey’s job was made easier when odds on favourite North Square fell at the third fence but after being given a patient ride and arriving to challenge after the [...]
“From Field to Show Ring” Showing & Working Hunter Practical Demo and Lecture With Toni Donnelly Sat 23rd of Feb at Foxhill Farm Carryduff @ 2.00pm Delivered throw the eyes of a SHOW JUDGE, SHOW RIDER AND SHOWING COACH Lecture topics will include; horse type & conformation, nutrition & health, fitness & training, tack [...]
Sunday 3rd Feb 2013 saw the final of Lime Park Equestrian Centre’s Indoor Show Jumping League. An absolutely fabulous day was had by all, with a great atmosphere and flowing courses. Prizes were in abundance, with all qualified riders receiving a prize. Again there were a lot of new faces enjoying the great facilities and [...]
On Saturday 2nd February 16 members of The Route Hunt met at The Cam near Limavady for a hunt hosted by The McCloskey family. The hunt had been cancelled for 2 weeks because of snow so everyone was happy to be out again. Before setting off all enjoyed mulled wine which was very welcomed in [...]
Down Royal’s first meeting of 2013 has been re-scheduled and will run on Tuesday 12th February. The gates open at 11.00am with the first race commencing at 1.05pm approx. with the seventh and final race scheduled for 4.05pm approx. All tickets purchased for Wednesday 6th February will be valid on Tuesday 12th February. Entrance tickets [...]
Always mindful of the challenges that face competitors in these tough economic times, Ravensdale Lodge are delighted to announce a number of new and innovative ideas that are aimed to help. Travel and the cost of fuel has risen greatly over the past couple of years with the cost of travelling to shows now outweighing [...]
The Racehorse to Riding Horse Ireland association are holding a ‘Night at the Races’ at the Dundalk stadium on 1st March 2013. The evening will consist of both horse and greyhound racing and buffet. Accommodation is available at a local hotel if required. The message from the association is to come along and enjoy 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, [...]
