What a lot of Working Hunter!

Competitors glad to be out at Working Hunter and show jumping competitions

Hi folks,

Thankfully, while the weather is still having a huge impact, most equestrian action was able to go ahead as planned at the weekend - at least that which wasn’t grass-based! As it turned out, a large proportion of the competitions were Working Hunter, with horses, ponies and their riders getting in some practice before the Northern Ireland Festival and the start of the local agricultural shows, but these shows were complimented by some show jumping.

Lauren Gordon and ‘Billy’ jumped clear in the 80cm class at the Connell Hill Unregistered Show jumping Training Show. PICTURE: courtesy of Lyndon McKee

This Horse&Field newsletter brings you reports, results and pictures from these weekend competitions and an important notice! As ever, due to the very wet weather conditions at present, please do check with the venue or organiser before you travel to ensure that your planned activity is going ahead.

Lusk Equestrian held the first of a three-week show jumping series on Sunday, with classes from 60cm up to 1.10m; jumping continues this Sunday.

Connell Hill, Randalstown, ran another of their popular Training Shows, with classes catering for everyone, starting at cross-poles.

Hagans Croft ran a full schedule of Working Hunter Horse and Pony classes this week, after being cut short due to the storm the previous Saturday. Everyone was glad to get back out!

Ardnacashel, Comber held the final of their Working Hunter league, with some great rounds being jumped and some very very turned out combinations!

Strule Valley Riding Club was able to go ahead with their Working Hunter Horse Show on Saturday, after postponing from the week before; competitors travelled from far and wide to take part.

The Ulster National Race meeting at Downpatrick Racecourse fell victim to the horrendous weather and had to be postponed; racegoers will be delighted to know that a new date has been set for Friday, April 26 - read more details by clicking the link below!

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