Author Archives: 2011

Dressage opportunity at Eglinton on 7 and 14 April *updated*

North Coast Riding Club (a British riding club so open to juniors and adults alike) are running a dressage league for the next two Sundays, 7 and 14 April, at Eglinton. Check their website for full details. Pre-entry is required but you may do this by telephone and pay on the day. Contact Kathy on +44 7921Continue reading “Dressage opportunity at Eglinton on 7 and 14 April *updated*”

Pre-Gurteen cross country schooling at Gabriel’s, Thursday 4 April

Our annual pre-National Hunter Trials schooling trip to Gabriel McCole’s farm has been organised for tomorrow evening, Thursday 4 April. Hallelujah for dry weather! As always, places are limited because parking is scarce and we want to be kind to the ground. Preference will be given to those planning on going to Gurteen. Others canContinue reading “Pre-Gurteen cross country schooling at Gabriel’s, Thursday 4 April”

Non-stop riding club activity for coming months

Last week’s club meeting painted a very rich picture of competitive and non-competitive activity for members — most of it on our doorstep. It’s difficult to find space for our regular Friday activities in a calendar over-flowing with shows and events. In summery, this is what we have to look forward to: National Hunter Trials,Continue reading “Non-stop riding club activity for coming months”

Thrilling finale to North West League 2013

Initial reports of Sunday’s North West League final paint a picture of heart stopping entertainment and a great spread of success across all the clubs. With double points up for grabs on the day, nerves were stretched to their limits and the tension was high. Judge and coursebuilder Tony Ennis set a technically challenging courseContinue reading “Thrilling finale to North West League 2013”

Cross country schooling opportunity at Castle Leslie

Last year’s pre-National Hunter Trials trip to Castle Leslie proved very successful for those who went along. Mona is organising the same expedition this year on Saturday 6 April. The session is a 2-hour go-as-you-please and, as a non-AIRC event, is open to non-riding club members. The cost is €25 per head. Contact Mona onContinue reading “Cross country schooling opportunity at Castle Leslie”

North West League Final promises some cracking competition

Spring must be here! This Sunday sees the climax of the 2013 North West Spring League and although the forecast is for another bitterly cold day, the competition will be red hot in almost every division. As always, there will be no training classes at the final. Instead you’ll have the chance to put allContinue reading “North West League Final promises some cracking competition”

Stunning weather for St Patrick’s weekend ride-out

There are days when one wakes up to the sound of pelting rain and howling gales, dreading the prospect of dealing with daily horse routines. And there are other days when one looks out the window at a brilliantly sunny morning with a hard frost whitening the landscape and wonders what else could be better than ridingContinue reading “Stunning weather for St Patrick’s weekend ride-out”