Our thanks…

10 May 2012

Our thanks go to those who have kindly financially supported us for a further year including the Gravelines Trust and a very kind anonymous donor. We welcome and thank our new sponsors, Shakespeare Lions and continuing sponsors, Sue Blackburn, Anthony Reed, Verena Telling, Diana Garner, Warwick Lions Club and the Phoenix Charity. If you know […]

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Normal Riding hours on the 16th and 17th July

10 May 2012

We will be riding during our usual hours on the 16th and 17th July

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Assesment day!

24 April 2012

On 24th April we received a visit from Anona White, our Regional Instructor and Ro Pudden, our County Instructor, who carried out a mandatory assessment of the Group’s venue, activities, paperwork and Pat’s Instruction, which we are pleased to say that we passed with flying colours. Our riders, Matthew, Chris and Neil were assessed by […]

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Our new venue!

8 February 2012
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From the day we moved in at the end of January, when the ponies enjoyed a roll in the field, The Stable Yard, Home Farm has had a good feel about it. The move went well, with volunteers and some parents coming for the ‘Familiarisation’ session. Riding commenced, albeit not without a few ‘satnav’ problems, […]

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A big thank you to Allison Sykes

18 October 2011

Congratulations and a big thank you to Allison Sykes who ran the Great North Run on our behalf and received sponsorship collecting over £450. This was the first time Allison had entered a half marathon and she had been training seen January. She obtained a cracking time of 2 hrs 20 mins. Not only that […]

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Our thanks!

20 September 2011

Our thanks go to those who have supported us financially these past few months; Our sponsors Wellesbourne Lions, Leamington & District Round Table, Miss Sarah Bromet, Lions Club of Banbury, Southam & District Lions, Action Unlimited, Mary Hughes, Margaret Clemons, Stratford Rotary, Mr & Mrs Cox and Mr & Mrs Pratt. Deafinitely Independent, The Rhead […]

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Epwell Grounds Fun Ride

11 September 2011

On 11th September we took Meg, Marco and Shadow with our riders Mathew L, Mathew S, Olivia, Arthur and Neil, to take part in the Epwell Grounds Fun Ride, organised by the Tysoe Primary School PTA. There was a steep hill which was a bit of a challenge, especially on the 2nd time round, but […]

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We welcome new riders

1 September 2011

Mathew S who joined us in the children’s session and has quickly gained confidence riding Marco. Jules joined the Monday Adult session and is getting back her skills having ridden before with her family. They have quickly become part of the RDA family and we look forward to seeing them progress.

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Summer Camp 2011

25 July 2011
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This year’s camp was attended by Holly, Michael, Arthur, George, Olivia, Mathew S and Charlotte. It offered the chance to develop a bond with their ponies by grooming, tacking-up and mucking out which in turn enhanced their riding experience. Other stable management activities took part ensuring that those of our riders who have not already […]

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Riding at Clwyd

20 July 2011
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From 14th – 19th July 5 of our riders and a willing band of 15 parents and helpers travelled up to Wales to stay at the RDA Special Riding Centre at Clwyd. This was a first time for all of us and what a huge success. Our arrival found us hurrying to unpack and change […]

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