Equestrian anticipation as spring season approaches
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Hi folks,
Today, I have seen pictures and videos of snow elsewhere in the country, but thank goodness it hasn’t reached me as yet! As we enter the month of March, our thoughts generally turn towards snowdrops rather than snow…
There has been so much going on in the local equestrian world recently that this Horse&Field newsletter brings you a second instalment for the week, with some more reports, results and pictures from local competitions, as well as details of a few forthcoming events.
The Flexi Eventing Series concluded at The Meadows, Lurgan, on Saturday, with the league prize giving being held, alongside a non-league competition.
One competitor who stood out during the Series was Carys Black from Bangor, Co Down. She is definitely one to look out for in the future!
Lusk Equestrian, Carr, Lisburn, held the second of their Working Hunter competitions last Sunday, which attracted a good turnout of those planning to attend the NI Festival and Balmoral Show.
The TRI Pony Spring Tour kicked off at Connell Hill, Randalstown, last Saturday, much to the delight of the young athletes and their dedicated parents!
Meanwhile, coloured poles were also the focus at Knockagh View, Greenisland, on Sunday, as they held a Show Jumping Day including Pony Club qualifiers for the Spring Festival.
On the dressage front, Ardnacashel, Comber continued with their Winter Series, with the final scheduled for this weekend.
Those with Balmoral Show in mind will be interested to hear that the Royal Ulster Agricultural Society has announced their line up of judges for this year's show - just click on the link below to see who is judging your particular class.
Strule Valley Riding Club in Co Tyrone looks forward to a busy spring, with a great list of lessons, dressage and Working Hunter shows, pleasure rides, cross-country training and more!
More details on these and more are available by clicking on the stories below or visiting Horse&Field and having a scroll through!
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In the news
Here are some of the latest articles on Horse&Field…
Please click on each story to read the article and see more photos:
Glistening display at Flexi Eventing grand finale
Saturday was a thrilling day at the Meadows Equestrian Centre, Lurgan, as the curtain came down on the Baileys Horse Feeds Flexi Eventing for 2024. This was, certainly, the most successful Series to date, with 601 combinations completing 2177 activities over the seven weeks!
Carys and Milo are ‘stars’ of Flexi
One of the ‘stars’ of the Baileys Horse Feeds Flexi Eventing this year was 16-year-old debutante, Carys Black from Bangor, Co Down. In the course of the League, Carys showed consistent form and was placed in the top four of the Intro dressage class on four of the five weeks she competed, which included a win on the final qualifying day.
Demanding courses at Lusk's Working Hunter
The second Working Hunter competition at Lusk’s took place on Sunday, February 25. There was a good turnout and those preparing for the Balmoral Show and the Working Hunter festival were looking for courses, which were somewhat demanding. Harold and Jenny have continued to support the beginners’ classes, young horse classes and the Traditional Irish Hors…
Pony Spring Tour kicks off at Connell Hill
Connell Hill Equestrian Centre, Randalstown, saw a fantastic turnout for the first leg of the TRI Equestrian Pony Spring Tour and all competitors took the opportunity to jump some great courses built by National Course Builder, Mr William Crean, in the indoor arena. All Novice and Open classes were very well supported.
Fresh, dry day for Knockagh View Show Jumping
All at Knockagh View Equestrian Centre, Greenisland extend thanks to everyone who supported their Show Jumping Day on Sunday, February 25. It was certainly fresh, but lovely to have a dry day for a change. Well done to all the Pony Club competitors, who picked up their qualification for the Spring Festival. Thank you to judge Paul Johnston, Arena party L…
Winter Dressage finale approaches at Ardnacashel
The penultimate leg of the Winter Dressage Series took place at Ardnacashel, Comber, on Sunday and what a relaxed, enjoyable day it was! A big thank you must go to the judge, Ivor Harper and his trusted scribe. Some lovely comments were received from competitors about the day.
Judges confirmed for 2024 Balmoral Show
The Royal Ulster Agricultural Society is delighted to announce an outstanding line-up of judges for the 155th Balmoral Show in partnership with Ulster Bank, taking place from Wednesday, May 15 to Saturday, May 18. HORSES & PONIES
Busy spring at Strule Valley
Strule Valley Riding Club finished their winter schedule recently, with three weeks of flatwork/ polework training with Mandi King at the RDA in Omagh. They now have a busy spring schedule ahead.
Please visit Horse&Field to read more on each of these stories and others!