Equestrian competition coverage from a busy weekend
Horse&Field brings you local show jumping, Working Hunter and Arena Eventing results
Hi folks,
Well, it’s time for the first instalment of the week, with some of the competition coverage from the weekend and information on a few potential future outings…!
While there was still a variety of competitions on, this time the choice was between show jumping, Working Hunter and Arena Eventing. This Horse&Field newsletter brings you results and pictures from some of these local competitions, information on forthcoming events and a wee bit of local news, which will hopefully be of interest. More equestrian coverage will follow later in the week.
The penultimate leg of the league at Ecclesville ran on Friday night, with much anticipation for the final this coming Friday. Likewise for Connell Hill, whose competitors were out on Saturday to make sure they are qualified for the league final this week!
Ardnacashel held the third week of their Working Hunter league on Sunday, which is proving popular with both horses and ponies and runs until December 17.
Meanwhile, Knockagh View held an Arena Eventing competition with their usual display of unusual fences to challenge combinations at all levels.
Looking ahead, Ardnacashel has lots on offer, with a Combined Training clinic on December 16, with a pretty impressive line up of coaches in Joanne Jarden and Karen Dixon; the centre’s Christmas Show has also been announced for December 30.
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In the news
Please see below links to the most recent stories and results on Horse&Field.
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Another exciting Ecclesville final anticipated
Week four of Ecclesville’s Show jumping League on Friday, December 1 allowed competitors their last chance to qualify for the prizes at the Final on December 8. With some speedy combinations on top form, the organisers are anticipating a great evening of show jumping, especially in the hotly contested 60cm and 70cm classes.
Competitors turn out at Connell Hill, despite the frosty weather
A great turnout of competitors travelled to Connell Hill in Randalstown on Saturday, despite the frosty weather. Competing in series five of the Winter League, the 60cm and 70cm classes proved very successful with all combinations taking double clear rounds.
Chilly day but hot competition at Ardnacashel Working Hunter
It was a chilly day at week three of the Winter Working Hunter League at Ardnacashel Equestrian, Comber. Another great day of competition was had, this time judged by the experienced Victoria Mullan. Hello and welcome to Horse&Field. …
Arena Eventing course asks questions at Knockagh View
Knockagh View Equestrian Centre, Greenisland held their Arena Eventing competition on Sunday, December 3. Organisers extend their thanks to everyone who supported the competition. The course had quite a few questions, but jumped very well and there were some super classes with great jumping.
Ardnacashel announces Christmas Show
Now that December is here, Ardnacashel Equestrian, Comber feel it is most definitely appropriate to share the details of their final show of 2023… A festive day of show jumping on Saturday, December 30! You are invited to come along and join them for a fun day of show jumping and to celebrate Christmas and the New Year!
Are you prepared for next season?
Ardnacashel Equestrian, Comber is hosting an innovative Combined Training Clinic on Saturday, December 16, with two world-class riders and trainers! Joanne Jarden is a top level event rider with additional high level experience in Dressage and Show jumping. Further to her training knowledge, Joanne is List 1 Dressage judge and a top level Eventing judge,…
Please visit Horse&Field to read more on each of these stories and others!