Equestrian events continue with gusto
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Hi folks,
Well, the weather still isn’t entirely spring-like and the ground is still noticeably squelchy underfoot (in my neck of the woods at least!), but I am delighted to say equestrian events are continuing with gusto as the start of the outdoor show season draws ever closer…
This Horse&Field newsletter brings another instalment of reports, results and pictures from local competitions (including the Northern Ireland Festival and a Traditional Gypsy Cob Association Show), as well as details of forthcoming events and some local news that I hope will be of interest!
Tough competition at 18th Northern Ireland Festival
The 18th Northern Ireland Festival, billed as ‘Ireland's Largest Horse and Pony Show’, was held at Cavan Equestrian Centre over the weekend of April 26 to 28. There was much excitement in the run up to the show, with qualifiers being held all over the country since last summer for the various horse and pony working hunter classes and those who qualified…
Saintfield District Show to return to Glenbrook Farm
The Saintfield District Show Committee are delighted to be able to run the show again in 2024. The Lawson family have generously agreed to host the show at Glenbrook Farm (12 Lough Road, Lisburn, BT27 6US) on Saturday, June 15. The show, now in its 79th year, has a great history of showcasing all things Agricultural and Equestrian to the local Co Down co…
TGCA back with a bang at Winter Woolies Finale
Sunday, April 14 saw the return of the Traditional Gypsy Cob Association (TGCA) classes at Winter Woolies, hosted at Gransha Equestrian Centre, Bangor. After the huge success of last year’s show, the TGCA ran classes for both Full- and Part-Bred Gypsy Cobs.
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