Equine activity latest from Horse & Field
Local dressage and show jumping results, prize giving coverage and more!
Hi folks,
Thank goodness the weather has settled down for another wee while and the weekend saw some blue skies and sunshine - in fact, a friend and I went for a ride at Tollymore Forest on Sunday and the weather conditions were just perfect for our ride and for the obligatory cuppa afterwards!
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The weekend was busy once again (it’s so great to see such a variety of equestrian activities for people to choose from!) and this Horse&Field newsletter brings you the first instalment of results and pictures from local competitions, as well as information on forthcoming events.
The past week saw Lusk Equestrian host the first of their Dressage days, with the sun shining and some talented combinations strutting their stuff. Meanwhile, for the show jumpers among us, Connell Hill kicked off a six-week indoor unregistered league, with Mossvale getting both their Adult and Junior leagues underway. Area 21 of the Side Saddle Association held their AGM and prize giving, with lots of silverware being distributed to these elegant ladies.
Looking forward the Northern Ireland Horse Board has announced their Christmas Raffle, which has a long list of fabulous prizes up for grabs - for more details click on the link below!
Also, just a reminder that if you’re not riding this weekend, the Festival of Racing at Down Royal has been re-scheduled for this Friday and Saturday and is always a great day (or two!) out.
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In the news
Please see below links to the most recent stories and results on Horse&Field.
Just click on each story to read the article, see results and more photos:
Sunny Sunday for dressage at Lusk Equestrian
Competitors home and dry as indoor Winter League opens at Connell Hill
Side Saddle celebrations
NIHB Christmas Raffle
Please visit Horse&Field to read more on each of these stories and others!