‘Great experience at RDA National Championships for ‘Team Stratford’

17 July 2013

Wow!  After a break of a few years, Stratford’s return to RDA National Championships at Hartpury College was an amazing experience.  After weeks of practising, the day approached.  Badger and Marco were washed and coiffed.  Neil combed mane and tails, and tack was cleaned (another string to Jon’s bow!).  Gail, Ann, Puffin, Rosanne and I […]

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They made it – Three Peaks in one day!!

2 July 2013

The challenge:  Written by Kim, one of the team     Climb Ben Nevis (1,344m), Scafell Pike (978m) and Snowdon (1,085m) in under 24 hours A demanding challenge in any weather, but for us the forecast was particularly horrendous – heavy rain on Ben Nevis, strong winds, hail and thunderstorms on Scafell Pike and heavy […]

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Another fun & successful Regional Fun Day for Stratford Upon Avon Group

21 June 2013

Preparations  started earlier in the week, as ponies were groomed, tails washed & tack cleaned.   On Thursday morning Badger was first onto the lorry, for the trip to Lowlands, but he soon made it clear he wasn’t going anywhere without his beloved Meg! And finally Marco made up the gang. Seven of our riders attended […]

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Keep Calm and Carry on Riding

19 June 2013

Banbury Lions have organised a Charity Fun Ride at Broughton Castle near Banbury (OX15 5EB) on Sunday 25th August in aid of our Group and Redwings Horse Sanctuary.  It includes Swalcliffe Park cross country jumps.  First riders at 10.30am or afterwards in your own time.  Last rider away by 12.30pm.  The ride covers 10 miles […]

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Come and enjoy a Fun Ride in Kineton

11 June 2013

The Kineton Fun Ride will take place on Sunday 18th August 2013 from 10.30am-2 pm at Kineton Grange Farm, Kineton, Warwick CV35 0EE.  It is being held on behalf of our Group as part of the fundraising year of Councillor Chris Mills the new Chair of Stratford District Council.  Further details and booking form from Bronwen Hurley […]

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Stratford District Council new Chairman supports our Group!

27 May 2013

Cllr Christopher Mills, the newly appointed Chair of Stratford District Council has kindly chosen us as one of his charities to support for this coming year.  One of his first fundraisers is going to be a Fun Horse Ride expected to take place from Kineton on 17th August.  More information will be given soon.  We […]

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Car wash team have an amazing day!

27 May 2013

One of our rider’s sons, David, and his group of friends, Kim, Joe, Josh, Lauren, Chris and Matthew raised a staggering £880 last Saturday at the Charity Car Wash they organised on our behalf.  What a fantastic achievement! Well done to everyone! In the forecourt of the Londis shop in Lower Quinton, they washed over 40 cars, […]

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Practical Horsemanship Demonstration

24 May 2013

After the success of the demonstration last December, Grant and Dan have kindly offered to run another so we will be holding a Practical Horsemanship Demonstration on Saturday 27th July 2013 at The Stable Yard, Home Farm, Compton Verney. (Just off the B4455 Fosse Way roundabout towards Kineton) Practical Horsemanship is a collaboration between Grant […]

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Come and have your car washed

29 April 2013

Come and have your car washed!  It’s better than doing it yourself! Saturday May 25th   2013 Layby opposite the Londis shop on Goose Lane, Lower Quinton 10am – 4pm Min. £5 donation. There will also be a raffle, refreshments and cakes for sale and a BBQ All proceeds to our group Our thanks go to […]

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Team to do the Three Peaks Challenge!

1 May 2013

David White, our rider Jo’s son, and his friends, Kim, Joe, Lauren, Josh, Chris and their driver Matt will be attempting the Three Peaks Challenge commencing Saturday 22nd June 2013.  The National Three Peaks Challenge involves walking the highest mountains in Scotland (Ben Nevis), England (Scafell Pike) and Wales (Snowden) in 24 hours!  The challenge of a lifetime! They […]

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