Celebrating ribbons - so much equestrian joy to share!
Local activities in overdrive with a full range of disciplines on offer
Hello everyone,
There is so much to share with you! Between an agricultural show at Lurgan, a two-phase event, dressage and multiple show jumping competitions, not to speak of point to point awards and news of the Summer Festival at Down Royal - hopefully everyone will find something of interest in the links below. Well done to all those who were in the ribbons!
As well as all that, I am attaching links to both the podcast and the article on former international four-star eventer, Penny Sangster, in case you missed those. It was a real pleasure to speak with Penny and we had an interesting conversation, which I hope you will enjoy, if you haven’t already!
As ever, this Horse&Field newsletter brings you reports, results and pictures from recent local competitions, as well as details of forthcoming events and a bit of local news that may be of interest.
Sunshine and high standards at Lurgan Show
The weather gods certainly answered the prayers of Lurgan Show organisers on Saturday, June 1, when despite a cool start, the sun came out to make it a lovely day. The wide variety of classes on offer attracted a great turnout of competitors to Lurgan Park, with high standards across the board, while plenty of spectators were also evident, enjoying the p…
Glorious sunshine for Lusk's Two-phase
Lusk Equestrian, outside Lisburn, held their Two-phase event on Saturday, June 8 in glorious sunshine, with perfect ground conditions over the almost 2km course. The show jumping, judged by Denise Withers, and the cross-country both caused a few problems everywhere, but some in each section went clear throughout, showing just how easily it all can be don…
Special Anniversary weekend at Connell Hill Training Show
Family-run Connell Hill Equestrian, Randalstown, had a lot to celebrate over the weekend, as Phyllis and Billy McLean marked 60 great years together on their Diamond Wedding Anniversary. Congratulations from your family and friends! Keeping the (training) show on the road, Phyllis welcomed the first entries of the day, as the cross-poles class kicked off…
Double wins for Eva and Emma at Hagans Croft
Hagans Croft Equestrian saw the second week of their five-week show jumping league being held on Saturday, June 8. The day commenced with the cross-pole class, where both Megan Kelly and Leah Adams jumped clear around the course, unassisted, receiving a rosette and some stud muffin treats for their well-behaved ponies.
Talents highlighted at Connell Hill SJI Horse League
Another leg of the SJI Horse League was held at Connell Hill, Randalstown on Thursday, June 6, with a super turnout of competitors across the classes, which ran from 80cm up to 1.30m. There were a great number of clear rounds, highlighting the talents of both horses and riders.
Summer Dressage League kicks off at Ardnacashel
A great day was had on Sunday at the first leg of the Summer Dressage League at Ardnacashel Equestrian, Comber. A big thank you goes to the judge, Fiona Morrow, for providing feedback to the competitors. Hello and welcome to Horse&Fiel…
Super show jumping at Portmore
Portmore Equestrian Centre, Aghalee held another of their popular SJI Horse Shows on Sunday, June 2, which attracted a great turnout and saw some super rounds of jumping. Hello and welcome to Horse&Field. Our aim is to support local, grass…
Copa Equestrian sponsors Hagans Croft show jumping league
Saturday, June 1 saw Hagans Croft’s five-week show jumping league get underway. This league is very kindly sponsored by Copa Equestrian, with competitors in for some real treats throughout the league. Hello and welcome to Horse&Field. Our aim is to support local, grass roots equestri…
Another busy day at The Meadows
Saturday, June 1 saw another busy day at The Meadows Equestrian Centre in Lurgan, with an SJI Horse Show running alongside the centre’s Cash Back Jumping, allowing all levels of pony, horse and rider an opportunity to jump around professionally designed and built tracks.
Northern Region celebrates with Point to Point Awards
The Dennison Commercials Northern Region Point to Point Awards, in association with Down Royal Corporation of Horse Breeders, were held at Downpatrick Racecourse following the evening race meeting on Friday, May 24. Attendees enjoyed the racing and were then served with a very tasty supper, with some first class musical accompaniment.
A winning combination as Younique Aesthetics returns to Down Royal as Best Dressed sponsor
One of the most renowned weekends in Irish horse racing, Down Royal’s Summer Festival will return on June 21 and 22, 2024, with skincare clinic, Younique Aesthetics sponsoring the ‘Best Dressed Lady Competition’. The highly anticipated Ladies Day event takes place on Saturday, June 22, when frocks, fascinators, heels and hats are expected to be on displa…
More details on these and more are available by clicking on the stories or visiting Horse&Field and having a scroll through - there are now over 700 articles to choose from, with a search facility to find what you wish to read!
In case you missed them, the podcast and article with Penny Sangster are worth a click!
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