We had 7 sprightly youngsters joining us with their trusty steeds this year. We started with flatwork and jumping lessons for one group whilst the other had a competition about loading and travelling, swapping the groups around after refreshments. In the afternoon we ran another fancy dress dressage to music competition with the theme being Walt Disney characters. Everyone made a supreme effort and we had Tinkerbell, Mrs Invincible, Pocahontes (not sure on the spelling of that!), Arial, Tigger and others! Thanks to Madge next door for coming out in the rain to judge. After a tidy up and putting the ponies to bed, we had tea and then some un-mounted games to just about finish everyone off before bed.
The next day brought sunshine and each group had a turn on the cross-country course and then after lunch was the grand finale and the ‘express eventing’ competition. Everyone did really well and fun was had by all, even though Sophie had a few extra lessons in flying :-), well done to Sophie for keeping on a brave face!
After more cake and prize giving the weary souls departed with promises to return next year for more of the same. Special mentions to Lauren who’s finally got her own lovely horse Figgie, to Jodie who’s now doing wonderful things with her new horse Polly and to Josh for holding out so well being the only boy amongst the girls. We hope to see everyone next year!