Most of our shows are officially legs of Western Region Leagues. Given the unrealistic travelling requirements within the region, our club members tend not to pay too much attention to the league side of things since it’s too difficult to get to the rest of the shows. However, it’s nonetheless interesting to know how theyContinue reading “Shedding some light on the Western Region Leagues”
Category Archives: Western Region Competitions
Final details for Saturday’s show
The final gaps have been filled in the master plan for Saturday’s show at Eglinton and we’re looking forward to a highly competitive and entertaining day. Check the notes in the download below for full details. On top of the prestigious team show jumping Challenge Cup, we have some lovely prizes for both the individualContinue reading “Final details for Saturday’s show”
Hunter trial success for Donegal
Castle Leslie Estate’s first hunter trials on Saturday proved lucrative for the Donegal riders who made the journey. Armstrong confirmed that he’s still at the top of his game by carrying off yet another red ribbon, this time with Libby in the saddle. Unlike riding club hunter trials which are judged under optimum time, thisContinue reading “Hunter trial success for Donegal”
Diverse destinations
Club members are heading in divergent directions this weekend as expertise and interest in different disciplines dictates the itinerary. Tanya, Liz and Libby (and Anne and Keary, if they can squeeze it in before a wedding!) are heading to Castle Leslie for the hunter trials on Saturday. On Sunday, Orla plans to fly the club flagContinue reading “Diverse destinations”
Great day at Annaghmore
Kean and Louise O’Hara’s Annaghmore Estate south of Sligo was the venue for Benbulben Riding Club’s cross jump on Sunday. Thick grassy cover on the rolling fields, lovely jumps, a great natural water obstacle and a challenging sunken road all made for a great cross country experience. Tanya and Mick competed at Advanced Primary levelContinue reading “Great day at Annaghmore”
Active weekend ahead
24 riders have booked in for what’s shaping up to be a marathon session this Friday evening with Jackie McPherson. From 6 to 10 pm, Martina has scheduled 4 lessons to accommodate everybody who booked in punctually this week. Who ever said flatwork was boring? Jackie has set two AIRC tests, 4 and 17, forContinue reading “Active weekend ahead”
Correct contact details for entering Benbulben Crossjump
Leah McNulty from Benbulben Riding Club has realised that the contact number for information and entries published on the schedule is wrong! Remember that she needs your entries by Wednesday. Pay on the day. To enter, send your name, grade, club, AIRC number and your horse’s name to 087 133 1040.
Benbulben RC Cross Jump, Sunday 29 August
Benbulben Riding Club are running a cross jump competition at the Annaghmore Estate, a few miles south of Collooney, on Sunday 29 August. It’s run in conjunction with Sligo Hunt Pony Club so it’s a great opportunity for riding club and pony club members to compete at the same venue on the same day. WhenContinue reading “Benbulben RC Cross Jump, Sunday 29 August”
Results from Sunday’s beach show, Falcarragh
Roisín has now posted results and a report from Sunday’s show in Falcarragh on the Donegal Gaeltacht’s website. Well done everybody and congratulations to the Gaeltachts on running another successful show at their unique venue.
First reports from Sunday’s beach show
As predicted, there wasn’t a massive turn out from our club at the beach show in Falcarragh on Sunday. Five mounted soldiers flew the flag — Cyril, Catherine, Orla, Tanya and Martina. Plenty of ribbons came home with them and full results will be available later. Orla was very impressed with the feedback from theContinue reading “First reports from Sunday’s beach show”
Letterkenny Riding Club 