Local successes from Comber to Cork
Celebrating our homegrown talent at all levels
Hi folks,
As another weekend approaches, we look back at last weekend’s equestrian events, while also looking forward to the activities that lie ahead.
In this latest Horse&Field newsletter, we are delighted to bring you news of fantastic local successes, from local competitions and from as far away as County Cork! Alongside these, we bring you details of forthcoming activities and, of course, the calendar of events!
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In the news
Equestrian activities are in full flight at the moment and it is a real treat to be able to share the following reports and results!
Please click on each story to read the article and see more photos…
The first mention must go to the Eventing Ireland National Championships, which were held in Co. Cork at the weekend. Northern Region riders outdid themselves and brought home no less than four National titles, as well as numerous ribbons across multiple classes - well done!
Northern Region riders excel at EI National Championships
Northern Region riders made their long trip to the Eventing Ireland National Championships worthwhile last weekend, where they won seven classes out of the 17 on the schedule, including four National Championship titles and all three of the HSI Studbook Series classes!
Before we go any further, have you booked your ticket for the East Antrim RDA charity hack at Shane’s Castle, Antrim being held this Sunday? If not, please do - even if it’s only to partake in the ballot, for which they have secured fantastic prizes!
East Antrim RDA all set for charity hack
The countdown is now on until the East Antrim RDA Charity Ride at Shane’s Castle, Antrim on Sunday, September 17. So far, the weather is looking pretty good, so it’s going be a wonderful day out for everyone partaking. There are still a few tickets left, particularly the early slot 9.30am - 11 am for those early birds!
The Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour was hosted at the Meadows, Lurgan on Saturday, with some incredible rounds of jumping executed by these young athletes!
Meadows hosts scorching second leg of Ulster Region Autumn Pony Tour
The Meadows Equestrian Centre, a premier destination for equestrian events, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the second leg of the Ulster Region SJI Autumn Pony Tour, generously supported by TRI Equestrian NI. The event showcased exceptional talent and sportsmanship, as riders competed in various classes across multiple arenas on a s…
Ardnacashel, Comber, got their Play Pen Derby Series off to a great start on Sunday with some talented combinations in attendance.
Play Pen Derby series underway at Ardnacashel
What a great first week it was for the ‘Play Pen Derby’ at Ardnacashel, Comber on Sunday, September 10. A massive thank you goes to everyone who came along. From young and inexperienced horses and ponies to older masters of the ring, each and every one of them showed of their abilities and talents!
Connell Hill, Randalstown, held registered horse jumping last Thursday, with some pictures to capture the action.
SJI Summer League at Connell Hill
Connell Hill, Randalstown continued with their SJI Summer League on Thursday, September 7. There was a good turnout and some great rounds of show jumping across the classes. Lyndon McKee was on hand to capture the action in pictures.
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