Ballindenisk International 21/22nd April 2012
The Fell family hosted yet another wonderful International event at Ballindenisk. Great Britain’s Nicky Roncoroni and Irish bred Ghareeb gelding Trig Point were in the lead after the dressage and emerged the winners of the CIC*** at Ballindenisk on 22nd April, with Ireland’s Sarah Ennis and Sugar Brown Babe in second place. Time was a [...]
Ballintober Hunter Trials
The Grace family at Ballintober staged one of the best Hunter Trials of the season yesterday, 22nd April. Situated just outside New Ross, this well designed course had everything. It rode long and had the appropriate questions for both horse and rider at different levels. Best times with clear rounds were just under five minutes [...]
Michael Ryan and Old Road win Ballindenisk CNC***
Michael Ryan and the 18 year old Old Road had a great pre Badminton run, taking the honours in the CNC*** at Ballindenisk on 18th March. Michael Ryan continued his winning streak in the Red Mills Superleague O/CNC** with Annestown Emperor finishing on 28.2 penalties, just ahead of Patricia Ryan with Ballylynch Taldis Porter finishing [...]
Ballindenisk Goresbridge Go for Gold International Horse Trials to start next week
Ballindenisk is gearing up for the Goresbridge Go for Gold International Horse Trials which run from 24th to 26th February. The event has attracted some of the top names in eventing, who hope to gain Olympic qualification before the cut off date on the 1st March. This is one of only two events with Olympic [...]
Death of Racing Legend Josh Gifford
Sad news of the death of racing legend, Josh Gifford who has died at the age of 70. He had recently returned home from hospital after suffering from septicaemia. Although he had a very successful career as both a jockey and a trainer (champion jockey four times and trainer of over 1500 winners,) he is [...]
Multiple Sclerosis Charity Sweepstake – Fairyhouse Easter Festival 2012
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS CHARITY SWEEPSTAKE FAIRYHOUSE EASTER FESTIVAL 2012 We are delighted to announce the return of “The Multiple Sclerosis Charity Sweepstake” on Tuesday 10th April 2012 at Fairyhouse Racecourse This is an opportunity of a lifetime for the enthusiastic rider to experience the thrill of Thundering hooves, and the chance to get ahead of the [...]
Side Saddle Hunt with the Meath Foxhounds
The Meath Foxhounds hosted Ireland’s first organised side saddle hunt on the 4th February. The Meet took place at Carlanstown, Kells, Co.Meath , with side saddle ladies coming from far and wide, including France and the UK. As well as the brave side saddle ladies, there was also a large field and many foot followers [...]
Oldcourt Saddlery launch new website
Oldcourt Saddlery are delighted to announce the launch, at last of our new website, specialising in X-Country Colours & Personalised clothing. Our new range of Hoodies are guaranteed to be a hit for all ages. Even better, all can be personalised along with bags, caps, jackets etc. to make a fantastic gift. Our extensive [...]
BALLINTOBER JUMP CROSS LEAGUE FINAL ON 23RD OCTOBER.
Photos of the day were taken by EquusPix Equestrian Photography. Please go to www.s2sphotos.com to view and purchase photos from the event. Ballintober ran their finals of the 4 week jump-cross league today. Despite the teeming rain at the beginning, the all weather fiber track showed its worth as the ground was perfect running for [...]
Kilmanahan – Sarah Ennis wins Red Mills Superleague
In spite of heavy rain in the early part of the day, the ground was perfect for todays event at Kilmanahan. This was the final leg of the Red Mills SuperLeague where the winner stood to win €1,500 . Points were doubled in the final leg. Sarah Ennis and Sugar Brown Babe emerged as champion of the SuperLeague [...]
Ballindenisk Johnson & Perrott International Three Day Event September 2011
Declan Cullen and the skewbald stallion Glenhill Goldfinished on 62.4 penalties to take first place in the CCI*** section at the Johnson & Perrott Land Rover International Horse Trials at Ballindenisk. Declan Cullen went into the show jumping phase in second position behind Karin Donckers of Belgium, after Chloe Nerwton (the overnight leader) withdrew. Cullen finished the [...]
Kilbeg Charity Show
Kilbeg Charity Show Kilbeg , Kill , Co. Waterford Sunday 21st. August Starting @ 10.30 am. Lead Rein Working Hunter Happy Hunter Show Jumping Fun Dog Show Prizes in kind Entries close – Fri. 12th August Enquiries to : Joan Lenihan – 086 1931085 Geraldine Power – 086 8511606
AIRC Western Region News
Report and photos: Orla O’Reilly Wonderful Day at Hillsborough Farm Letterkenny Riding Club, now thriving in its fifth year since forming in 2006, presented its first show on home territory on Sunday 10 July thanks to the generosity of the Edwards Family of Hillsborough Farm in Ramelton. So often compelled to stage its competitions [...]
Laura Kraut wins Failte Stakes
USA’s Laura Kraut won the opening International Class “The Failte Stakes” at the RDS on Wednesday. The early leader GB’s Robert Smith finished in second position.