East Cheshire Branch
Eventing
Contact: Debbie King 01260 299888 / 07831 233277
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Page updated 2 July
Minis Cross Country Rallies - Smallwood - Sunday 2 August
We are holding Cross-country rallies for our younger, less-experienced members on Sunday August 2nd from 1 till 5 pm. Numbers are strictly limited and the rallies will be for those who are capable of jumping small jumps but need experience and instruction on a cross-country course.
The CAP will be £17.50. All members must wear a body protector.
Entries to Anne Holdcroft, 26 Hassall Road, Sandbach, CW11 4HQ
Closing date: 27th July 2009
Please telephone Anne on 01270 761217 for times on Thursday 30th July between 7 and 9 pm.
Area Horse Trials 2009
HSBC SPONSORED COURSE WALKS FOR THE AREA HORSE TRIALS
TO TAKE PLACE SATURDAY 25TH JULY AT
SOMERFORD PARK FARM
THESE ARE FREE OF CHARGE AND ARE AN OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED.
ALL ARE WELCOME,THE ONLY REQUIREMENT BEING THE NECESSITY TO ARRIVE ON TIME
AT CROSS COUNTRY START IN THE BOWL FIELD.
NEWCOMERS, FOLLOW THE SIGNS TO THE 80 ACRE WHERE YOU WILL SEE THE
MARQUEES ETC.THE BOWL FIELD IS BEYOND THE HEDGE AT THE BOTTOM.
COURSE WALK FOR THE OPEN CLASSES WITH RICHARD CARRUTHERS 2:00P.M.
COURSE WALK FOR THE INTERMEDIATE CLASSES WITH RACHEL BAYLISS 5:00P.M.
COURSE WALK FOR THE NOVICE CLASSES WITH STEPH THOMPSON 5:30P.M.
ENJOY AND LEARN !
If you would like to be considered for teams at Novice (3'), Intermediate (3'3") or Open (3'6") level please contact Debbie King if you have not done so already.
Area Horse Trials Schedule 2009
All entries must be via Debbie King. The closing date for Area Horse Trials entries is 13 July.
Burton Cheshire Forest One Day Event - Smallwood - Saturday 13 June
Congratulations to all our East Cheshire riders who competed at Smallwood on Saturday 13 June. Alice Taylor won her section in the 2'6" class, with Olivia Cross 3rd and Jack Mantel 4th. Polly Feather and Charlotte Howlett both won their sections in the 3' class, with Katy McKeown 4th. Well done to you all.
The Rose Bowl - Kelsall Hill - Sunday 10 May
Congratulations to the East Cheshire team of Sam Foxall, Louise Barnes, Edwin Brooker and Susie Wise, who finished a close second to Cheshire Hunt South at the Rose Bowl One Day Event at Kelsall. Sam won her section and Louise finished individually 5th. Polly Feather was 2nd in the 3' class. Well done to all!
Cheshire Hunt North Beginners One Day Event - Smallwood - Saturday 1 August 2009
Cross Country Technique 25 Jan, 8 Feb
For more photos see Eventing Photos page
Cross Country Technique and Schooling Rallies 2009
From 1 February all XC Technique rallies will be £22 and XC Schooling rallies £28
The first xc technique rally went very well helped along by the unexpected good weather, this is not always the case so be prepared to wrap up well. If the weather is horrendous there is the possibility of cancellation but I prefer not to.
The technique rallies do fill up quickly and they are aimed at a more confident level, Kathryn Leech is organising rallies through Jan & Feb using some of the technique fences and they may be more suited to the less ambitious partnerships. If you are not sure give me a call.
Throughout the year there are several competitions the branch sends teams to if you are interested in being considered for a team could you let me know by e-mail ( This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it ). I will also want to know your:
Level of ability (Novice Challenge, Intermediate, Open)
Past competition experience & results
How long you have had your present pony
What your aims are for the year ahead
Height of Pony/Horse and age
As with any potential team members it is necessary to see them at some of the xc rallies on offer so I can assess their level of riding and hopefully guide them in the right direction.
It is not enough these days just to have a pony that can do xc, the standard is very high throughout the P.C., both show jumping and especially dressage have a huge influence on the final results. The East Cheshire put on lots of rallies for all these disciplines and it helps in the selection process if you have attended the dressage & show jumping as well as the xc rallies. That said you cannot beat getting out and gaining competition experience. You need to keep an eye on the Area 5 website and individual Pony Club websites for suitable competitions.
There is always British Eventing but this can sometimes be very expensive and you need to look carefully as to how many competitions you would be able to go to, again give me a call for any advice.
I have covered a lot on potential team competitors but the rallies are also for anyone wanting more xc experience whether it is for tetrathlon or just fun so choose the correct height for you and your pony’s ability. More information on your slip is better than none, also remember a 3’ cross country fence is much larger than a show-jump, particularly if its placed on a hill or in front of water!
Boring stuff – remember, if you are wanting to go to Pony Club events, get the relevant rule book and least give it a glance rules change, too late when you have had an entry turned down or are eliminated for something that could have been avoided.
Cross country can be slippery, it is not on an all weather surface so stud holes in shoes in preparation for the spring training and events is a good idea - if you don’t need them fine but they are there if you do. Again check your hat and body protector are up to standard as well as your tack.
Debbie King 01260 299888/07831233277 This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Join Now
You can join The Pony Club now by downloading our Membership Form below
2009 New Membership Form (2.85 MB)
Note that you should return the Membership form to the Branch and not The Pony Club HQ. It should be posted to the Membership Secretary (or, failing that, the Branch Secretary) at the address shown on the Contacts page for the Branch.