Inishowen have issued a revised schedule for their Summer Show next Sunday, 16 June. The only significant change appears to be the switch from training classes to clear round jumping. Inishowen RC Summer Show Schedule | Updated Many of you can recall the first two events our club hosted — an inter-club dressage friendly inContinue reading “Updated schedule for Inishowen RC Summer Show”
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Long journey, rickety jeep, loyal support : On the road to Stradbally
Five years ago in 2008 the club sent its very first representation to the Festival in Stradbally. It was a magical expedition and a successful one — see what we achieved in our Yearbook 2008. Since then the numbers making the marathon journey have been small. Anne and Keary made a successful mission in 2009 andContinue reading “Long journey, rickety jeep, loyal support : On the road to Stradbally”
Our sympathy to Cormac and family
Cormac will be off the radar for the next few days following the dreadful news of Brenda’s brother’s sudden and unexpected death yesterday. Our thoughts are with them both and their family.
Enjoy a ride-out in the sun to the Temple of the Sun
This coming Friday, 7 June, sees Leo lead an expedition from his homeplace in the shadows of Grianán of Aileach. It’s a beautiful area of the county and the views on the climb up to the fort are spectacular. From the monument itself its possible to see for an eternity. With this remarkable spell ofContinue reading “Enjoy a ride-out in the sun to the Temple of the Sun”
Fundraiser for Donegal’s young TREC Ireland riders: Table Quiz, Arena 7, Tuesday 27 June
It’s not often that Donegal has representatives wearing the green jacket for their country at international equestrian events. This autumn two young TREC competitors, Lisa Moore and Clodagh Barry, are going to represent their country on the Young Rider team travelling to Vielsalm, Belgium in September to take part in the European TREC Championships, on 6 toContinue reading “Fundraiser for Donegal’s young TREC Ireland riders: Table Quiz, Arena 7, Tuesday 27 June”
Beach Show pulls the crowds yet again
Beginning in sunshine and ending with a shower, Beach Show 2013 proved once again that location is everything when running an equestrian event. Ballyness Bay may be at the end of the earth but its stunning scenery and ample space make it an unmissable destination for a good day’s competition. Visitors from as far southContinue reading “Beach Show pulls the crowds yet again”
Inishowen Riding Club Summer Show, Sunday 16 June
We’re in the thick of competition season now. Taking place on Sunday 16 June, Inishowen’s inaugural summer show falls nicely between the Beach Show and our rescheduled Derby & Dressage Show. The schedule includes dressage and show jumping (competitive and training classes) and promises to be a great day. Inishowen RC Summer Show 2013 |Continue reading “Inishowen Riding Club Summer Show, Sunday 16 June”
Opportunity for a dry run at Lenamore’s Training Show, Friday 31 May
Anybody who wants a bit of a warm up for Sunday’s Beach Show should make the most of Lenamore’s Training Show this Friday evening. Entry costs just €5.
Let’s not count our chickens yet, but…
..it looks like Lawrence’s prayers are being answered. God has certainly not smiled on the Gaeltachts for the last two years, however things are looking distinctly more positive for the 2013 Beach Show: Accuweather. Bring your picnic, your family and friends and, if you have one, your horse. It’s a long drive but the destinationContinue reading “Let’s not count our chickens yet, but…”
Heritage on Horseback
Auriel Robinson, a marine archaeologist who runs “Seatrails” in the Sligo area, is combining her love of horses with her love of history and the sea to guide a series of Heritage on Horseback rides this summer. In conjunction with Island View Stables in Grange, Seatrails will conduct these 4-hour rides on a series ofContinue reading “Heritage on Horseback”
Letterkenny Riding Club 