Mary and crew in Glenleary are just putting together final plans for this Sunday’s show in Ramelton. With two show jumping rings, dressage classes, combined training and a handy horse obstacle course there should be something for everyone. Pony classes will take place in the morning with a nice lie in for the horses. TheyContinue reading “All set for Glenleary Summer Show, Sunday 20 June”
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Friday evening jumping in Lenamore
Marina has organised jumping sessions at Lenamore for the next three Fridays. Kelda will teach a lesson this coming Friday, 18 June, followed by clear round jumping on Friday 25 June. The series will conclude with another lesson with Kelda on Friday 2 July. Book with Marina on 086 821 6335. Directions to Lenamore ·Continue reading “Friday evening jumping in Lenamore”
Cross country session enjoyed by both horses and riders
Friday evening’s cross country session at Marina’s place in St Johnston was a great success. Rachel marked out a 1700 meter course through two hilly fields and a section of the old Londonderry & Lough Swilly railway track that runs along the banks of the Foyle at the bottom of Marina’s family’s farm. Staking theContinue reading “Cross country session enjoyed by both horses and riders”
Festival weekend at Stradbally
With the sun shining on dry countryside it’s difficult not to be just a little envious of the riding club members from all over the country enjoying the Festival at Stradbally this weekend. After a virtual wash-out last year, this year’s event should be more of the “Equestrian Picnic” that everybody looks forward to. WithContinue reading “Festival weekend at Stradbally”
Drumlin Hounds Crossjump, Sunday 27 June
Drumlin Hounds Harriers are running a Cross Jump competition on Sunday 27 June at their all weather course in Cootehill, Co Cavan. There are Novice and Open classes and the event starts at 1pm. Several members of the club thoroughly enjoyed the hunter trials at the same venue this Spring and the track is excellent forContinue reading “Drumlin Hounds Crossjump, Sunday 27 June”
Guinea pigs for Monty Roberts
Have you a problem horse that you feel like hauling all the way to the RDS? Monty Roberts will be at the Horse Show in Dublin and Equus Training Ireland are looking for suitably difficult horses for his demonstrations. The AIRC is facilitating the search for young horses that have not yet been introduced to saddle,Continue reading “Guinea pigs for Monty Roberts”
Beach Show results and more photos
Full show jumping results from Sunday’s beach show in Falcarragh are now posted on the Donegal Gaeltacht’s website and their Gallery has some lovely photographs: Donegal Gaeltacht
AIRC Western Region Training Day
The Western Region’s annual training day takes place on Sunday 11 July at Flowerhill EC, County Galway. Training is available in three disciplines – cross country, show jumping and dressage. It’s a long way to travel for a day but it’s reportedly a very worthwhile event and some members might like to make a weekendContinue reading “AIRC Western Region Training Day”
Another magical day in the Donegal Gaeltacht
The Donegal Gaeltacht’s Beach Show in Falcarragh lived up to all expectations for another year. The superbly run and excellently attended event at Ballyness Bay attracted clubs from all over the region but the hosts held their own in many of the classes. On a highly competitive day, our own club’s achievements included a firstContinue reading “Another magical day in the Donegal Gaeltacht”
Enniskillen Horse & Pony Show, Necarne, 19 June
Enniskillen Horse & Pony Show takes place at one of the finest venues in the region, Necarne Castle, on Saturday 19 June. There’s an extensive schedule with showing classes, working hunter, and show jumping. There’s a dog show too as well as a birds of prey display, arts & crafts, and children’s activities. Enniskillen ScheduleContinue reading “Enniskillen Horse & Pony Show, Necarne, 19 June”
Letterkenny Riding Club 