First instalment on a busy equestrian weekend
Catch up with the latest Jump Cross, show jumping and dressage results
Hi folks,
There is so much going on in the local horsey world at present and the emails are really busy - thank you to all those who are taking the time to share their news, results, photos and diary dates, so that we can bring them to you here.
It was another busy weekend and this Horse&Field newsletter brings you the first instalment of results and pictures from a variety of local activities, along with news and information on forthcoming events.
Lisbane Farm recently held one of their popular Jump Cross competitions, giving riders the opportunity to compete over show jumping and cross-country fences on an all-weather track; competitors will be delighted to know there are two further competitions being held before the end of the year!
The show jumping league continued at Ecclesville on Friday night, while the Winter League ran at Connell Hill on Saturday - both catering for a wide range of class heights, so there’s something for everyone.
Dressage enthusiasts could have attended Hagans Croft on Saturday and Lusk Equestrian on Sunday if they were really keen to strut their stuff - Lusk’s continues with dressage this Sunday, while Hagans Croft takes a break for a couple of weeks.
On the news front, Pravha, part of the Molson Coors Beverage Company portfolio, has agreed a new sponsorship deal with Down Royal Racecourse - read more on all of these by clicking on the stories below!
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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:
Gold for Aldona at Lisbane Farm
Lisbane Farm, Saintfield held one of their popular Jump Cross competitions on Saturday, November 4. It was great to see everyone; thankfully, the sunshine came out and everyone enjoyed a great day of jumping! Hello and welcome to Horse…
Ecclesville’s popular Show jumping League continues
Week two of Ecclesville’s Show jumping League was very well supported, with competitors enjoying Raymond Caldwell’s flowing courses. This Show jumping League will continue next Friday evening, commencing at 6.15pm sharp with a 40cm class, followed by 50cm, 60cm, 70cm, 80cm, 90cm and 1m.
Who's for dressage at Lusk's?
Sunday, November 19 was the third week of Lusk’s dressage league with the Pony Club joining in full force. There was a good turnout from East Down, North Down and Killultagh. The judge, Claire Sedgeman, was assisted by Linda Skeats for the senior classes, while Sarah Whiteside kindly took over the judging of the walk trot test, with some encouraging com…
Another successful day of jumping at Connell Hill
Saturday morning at Connell Hill, Randalstown, saw week three of the Winter League, with all young riders performing well. There was a great show from all competitors, including Jodie McKay and sister Mia, who rode double clears in the first three classes of the day.
Edna and 'Thunder' storm into first place at Hagans Croft
Saturday, November 18 saw the second leg of Hagans Croft’s five-week dressage league, with the day starting out with the Intro class and a British Dressage test being ridden. Competitors found the test more difficult this week, with some 10 metre circles being asked of competitors, along with giving and retaking the reins, also three-loop serpentines. Co…
Pravha takes the reins at Down Royal hospitality suite
Premium, lighter tasting Pilsner, Pravha, part of the Molson Coors Beverage Company portfolio, has secured naming rights to Down Royal’s hospitality space located on the top floor of the hospitality pavilion in a new sponsorship deal. Described as the ‘best of both worlds', Pravha is a premium 4%, lighter tasting pilsner, which has all the bold flavour o…
Please visit Horse&Field to read more on each of these stories and others!