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Flexi Eventing ‘Takes Off’ at The Meadows

Flexi Eventing ‘Takes Off’ at The Meadows

| January 20, 2014

The current series of Flexi Eventing, run by Eventing Ireland (NR), in association with The Meadows Equestrian Centre, got off to a super start on Saturday with large entries in all three disciplines. The weather turned rather nasty by the afternoon but competitors braved the elements to continue with the dressage, showjumping and cross country. [...]

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Route Hunt meet at Ballyversal, Coleraine

Route Hunt meet at Ballyversal, Coleraine

| January 20, 2014

On Saturday 18th January 24 Route hunt members and visitors  met at the home of Lesley and Freddie McDowell at Ballyversal, Coleraine.Hot port was on offer and was welcomed by all especially as it was raining. Despite the weather spirits were high and all were looking forward to a good day out. There were several [...]

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Eventing Ireland Class Review Changes

Eventing Ireland Class Review Changes

| January 17, 2014

Note from Eventing Ireland: Following the recent online survey regarding the proposed class restructure of Eventing Ireland Classes, the Board of Eventing Ireland has agreed the following changes, effective from 1 January 2014 and will be included in the new rule book.   1.             CHANGES TO CLASS NAMES   The following changes will be made to [...]

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For my Valentine… Amor Horse Hair Bracelet and Eternity Horse Hair Necklace

For my Valentine… Amor Horse Hair Bracelet and Eternity Horse Hair Necklace

| January 17, 2014

Renowned for their superb quality, expert finishing and stunning designs that let your horse’s natural beauty shine through, horse hair jewellery from Gemosi is a gift that will be treasured like no other. Two new additions to the Gemosi collection have been created in time for Valentine’s Day – the Amor bracelet and Eternity necklace. [...]

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Cold weather, hot competition at Laurel View

Cold weather, hot competition at Laurel View

| January 17, 2014

It was cold, the roads were white and a bit too much for some understandably, but those that donned their thermals and headed carefully to Laurel View on 29th December, helped make the last dressage competition of 2013 most enjoyable. The BD Intro A was one of the tests that Ivor Harper had to judge [...]

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New Year Resolutions for Connell Hill Competitors

New Year Resolutions for Connell Hill Competitors

| January 15, 2014

As the New year gets underway, the competitors at Connell Hill on Friday night had a new years resolution to share.  ”Get fit and ready to put best foot forward for the year ahead at Connell Hill”  Friday night’s training show was the first step towards completing their resolution with help and guidance readily on [...]

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Competitors Out in Force for Portmore SaturdayLeague

Competitors Out in Force for Portmore SaturdayLeague

| January 15, 2014

Competitors were out in force once again for the fourth round of the Equestrian Results.co.uk sponsored league at Portmore. The course was built by Lorraine Leavesley and offered a flowing and encouraging track for competitors to enjoy. Lucy Toombs and May jumped easily around the 60cm course, followed by Maria Martin on her grey pony [...]

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Second Unreg Horse Show at Connell Hill

Second Unreg Horse Show at Connell Hill

| January 15, 2014

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 [...]

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Classical Dressage Launch New Interchangeable Bridle

Classical Dressage Launch New Interchangeable Bridle

| January 15, 2014

Classic Dressage has just launched a range of UK made, beautifully designed bridles that are interchangeable and premium quality without the hefty price tag! The new range of elegant double and snaffle bridles are bought as standard with a sparkling brow- bands, plain or patent nosebands and all manner of rein choices which can all [...]

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St Nicholas Abbey: Triple Coronation Cup Winner Dies

St Nicholas Abbey: Triple Coronation Cup Winner Dies

| January 14, 2014

Aidan O’Brien trained St Nicholas Abbey has sadly died from inoperable colic.  The seven year old had been receiving specialist medical attention for a number of months following a fracture in July at Ballydoyle just days before he was the favourite for the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot. Owned by Coolmore Stud, [...]

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Jade Does The Double at Downshire

Jade Does The Double at Downshire

| January 13, 2014

Downshire Riding Club held the first leg of a Winter Jumping League for members only on Thursday 9th January at Danescroft Equestrian Centre. This first leg also incorporated the first selection night for those members wishing to represent Downshire in the Riding Club Team Championships which are being held at Portmore in March. The Winter [...]

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Cambridge House Complete a Treble at The Meadows

Cambridge House Complete a Treble at The Meadows

| January 13, 2014

The eagerly awaited Final of the Meadows Equestrian Centre’s Inter -Schools Show Jumping League took place on Saturday on a rather cool but glorious spring day. The pressure of the final certainly took its toll with some of the most consistent combinations failing to secure the all important double clears. This was most evident in [...]

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New Term set to start at Omagh RDA

New Term set to start at Omagh RDA

| January 13, 2014

January 14th sees the start of the new term for Riders at Omagh RDA.   Since stopping for the Christmas break, volunteers of the group have been very busy building 4 new lodden stables, as well as ensuring that all the horses were well cared for during the Christmas festivities.   As well as new [...]

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Working Hunter set to return to RDA after Christmas Break.

Working Hunter set to return to RDA after Christmas Break.

| January 13, 2014

Arvalee Riding Club are all set for the restart of their popular Working Hunter League held at Omagh RDA Centre, Arvalee.   Recommending on Sunday 19th January, the same schedule is being held with ponies commencing at 10.30am and horses at the new start time of 1.30pm.   This first leg in 2014 will provide [...]

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Competitors Chase Unregistered Show at Connell Hill

Competitors Chase Unregistered Show at Connell Hill

| January 13, 2014

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 [...]

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