31st August to 1st September 2024: BRC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
The club had an amazing weekend at Lincoln, with 19 members representing MHRC across the two days. Out of the 10 teams that we sent, we were 8th in the Junior Dressage and Senior Prelim Dressage, 6th in Junior Riding Test, 4th in the Senior Style Jumping, 3rd in the Junior Style Jumping and 2nd in the Junior 80 Show Jumping. But the stars of the weekend were our Senior 80 Show Jumping team of Pip Webster, Beth Mussell-Evans, Lauren Philpotts and Megan Horbury, who were crowned 2024 CHAMPIONS. Also huge congratulations to Sophie Toole, who won the Senior Style Jumping Championship. Julie Jeffes was Reserve Champion in the Senior 90 and Oscar Toole Reserve Champion of the Junior 80. A full list of results will be published in the September newsletter.
The club had an amazing weekend at Lincoln, with 19 members representing MHRC across the two days. Out of the 10 teams that we sent, we were 8th in the Junior Dressage and Senior Prelim Dressage, 6th in Junior Riding Test, 4th in the Senior Style Jumping, 3rd in the Junior Style Jumping and 2nd in the Junior 80 Show Jumping. But the stars of the weekend were our Senior 80 Show Jumping team of Pip Webster, Beth Mussell-Evans, Lauren Philpotts and Megan Horbury, who were crowned 2024 CHAMPIONS. Also huge congratulations to Sophie Toole, who won the Senior Style Jumping Championship. Julie Jeffes was Reserve Champion in the Senior 90 and Oscar Toole Reserve Champion of the Junior 80. A full list of results will be published in the September newsletter.
18th August 2024: MHRC Dressage
Well done to everyone who came along to our Dressage competition and congratulations to our class winners.
Well done to everyone who came along to our Dressage competition and congratulations to our class winners.
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INTRO 1 (2024): Alex Ross and Silver Casey
PRELIM 1 (2024): Jodie Powell and Grace PRELIM 2 (2024): Jodie Powell and Grace NOVICE 27 (2007): Sarah Brown and Carrie PYO Novice 28 (2008) / Elementary 49 (2006): Sarah Brown and Carrie |
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17th August 2024: South West and Wales Riding Clubs Championship
Congratulation to our two teams who qualified for the Championships at Hartpury. Stephanie Bateman came 5th individually in the dressage, with Julie Jeffes 4th in the 90cm Show Jumping. But stars of the day were the SJ team of Julie, Beth Mussell-Evans, Sue Moger and Sarah Brown, who were crowned CHAMPIONS after an afternoon of stiff competition.
Congratulation to our two teams who qualified for the Championships at Hartpury. Stephanie Bateman came 5th individually in the dressage, with Julie Jeffes 4th in the 90cm Show Jumping. But stars of the day were the SJ team of Julie, Beth Mussell-Evans, Sue Moger and Sarah Brown, who were crowned CHAMPIONS after an afternoon of stiff competition.
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11th August 2024: MHRC Showjumping
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50cm: Olivia Joels and Tinsel
Novice 60cm: Lottie Gilderson and Nugget
Open 60cm: Evie Cooke and Stanley
70cm: Samantha Jones and Oarehouse Laura
80cm: Samantha Jones and Oarehouse Laura
90cm: Jasmine Hemming and Invito
Novice 60cm: Lottie Gilderson and Nugget
Open 60cm: Evie Cooke and Stanley
70cm: Samantha Jones and Oarehouse Laura
80cm: Samantha Jones and Oarehouse Laura
90cm: Jasmine Hemming and Invito
2nd to 4th August 2024: British Riding Clubs Horse Trials Championships
Congratulations to our 8 members who qualified for and successfully competed at the Horse Trials Qualifier at Swalcliffe. And a huge THANK YOU to all our volunteers who gave up time to fence judge on our behalf.
Our Mixed 70 Team of Sue Peckham, Beth Mussell-Evans, Holly Mothersole and Jo Jeynes came 7th, with Sue coming 5th individually. Our Junior 80 team of Rose Chugg-Martin, Jess Mothersole and Katie Spanswick were 2nd, with Rose 8th and Jess 3rd. Lottie Gilderson competed as an individual in the 100 and came 6th.
Congratulations to our 8 members who qualified for and successfully competed at the Horse Trials Qualifier at Swalcliffe. And a huge THANK YOU to all our volunteers who gave up time to fence judge on our behalf.
Our Mixed 70 Team of Sue Peckham, Beth Mussell-Evans, Holly Mothersole and Jo Jeynes came 7th, with Sue coming 5th individually. Our Junior 80 team of Rose Chugg-Martin, Jess Mothersole and Katie Spanswick were 2nd, with Rose 8th and Jess 3rd. Lottie Gilderson competed as an individual in the 100 and came 6th.
Juniors Katie, Jess and Holly with their impressive haul of rosettes!
21st July 2024: Area 18 Dressage and Riding Test Qualifier
A massive undertaking by the club to run this qualifier - a huge thank you to everyone involved.
We also smashed the ridden side, with MHRC winning the Senior Prelim Dressage, Senior Open Dressage, Junior Dressage, Junior Riding Test, Senior Riding Test and the Pairs classes, with all 6 teams qualifying for the BRC National Championships at Lincoln. MHRC teams were also 2nd and 3rd in the Senior Prelim competition, earning qualification for the SWWRC Championships at Hartpury.
A massive undertaking by the club to run this qualifier - a huge thank you to everyone involved.
We also smashed the ridden side, with MHRC winning the Senior Prelim Dressage, Senior Open Dressage, Junior Dressage, Junior Riding Test, Senior Riding Test and the Pairs classes, with all 6 teams qualifying for the BRC National Championships at Lincoln. MHRC teams were also 2nd and 3rd in the Senior Prelim competition, earning qualification for the SWWRC Championships at Hartpury.
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Caroline and Smokey
14th July 2024: Area 18 Combined Training Qualifier
Well done to our riders who traveled to Cleeve Prior for the CT qualifier. Our Senior team of Sue Peckham, Jodie Powell, Annitta Engel and Beth Mussell-Evans were 3rd after all four members were placed either 3rd or 4th in their respective classes. Our Individual Junior riders Katie Spanswick and Flora Gittins won their classes, gaining qualification for the BRC Combined Championships. And Caroline Bates came 2nd in her class.
Well done to our riders who traveled to Cleeve Prior for the CT qualifier. Our Senior team of Sue Peckham, Jodie Powell, Annitta Engel and Beth Mussell-Evans were 3rd after all four members were placed either 3rd or 4th in their respective classes. Our Individual Junior riders Katie Spanswick and Flora Gittins won their classes, gaining qualification for the BRC Combined Championships. And Caroline Bates came 2nd in her class.
14th July 2024: Mercian Dressage and Showing
A fab day at Frampton, with our Dressage teams coming 2nd and 4th and our Showing teams 1st and 2nd. Five members won their individual classes: Bonnie Bowness - Intro A; Alex Ross Prelim 1 and Ridden Hunter; Mollie Farney - Ridden Riding Club; Rose Chugg-Martin - Ridden Coloured. Rose and Alex then went on to be crowned Ridden Showing Champion and Reserve.
A fab day at Frampton, with our Dressage teams coming 2nd and 4th and our Showing teams 1st and 2nd. Five members won their individual classes: Bonnie Bowness - Intro A; Alex Ross Prelim 1 and Ridden Hunter; Mollie Farney - Ridden Riding Club; Rose Chugg-Martin - Ridden Coloured. Rose and Alex then went on to be crowned Ridden Showing Champion and Reserve.
Sue and Freddie
30th June 2024: Area 18 Horse Trials Qualifier
We had a fab day at Offchurch Bury, with everyone who entered the qualifier coming home with a ribbon. Congratulations to our Junior 80 team of Rose Chugg-Martin, Jessie Mothersole and Katie Spanswick, and our Mixed 70cm team of Sue Peckham, Jo Jeynes, Holly Mothersole and Beth Mussell-Evans who won their team events, qualifying for the 2024 Championships. They will be joined by Lottie Gilderson, who qualifies in the 100 class as the highest individual not the winning team.
We had a fab day at Offchurch Bury, with everyone who entered the qualifier coming home with a ribbon. Congratulations to our Junior 80 team of Rose Chugg-Martin, Jessie Mothersole and Katie Spanswick, and our Mixed 70cm team of Sue Peckham, Jo Jeynes, Holly Mothersole and Beth Mussell-Evans who won their team events, qualifying for the 2024 Championships. They will be joined by Lottie Gilderson, who qualifies in the 100 class as the highest individual not the winning team.
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23rd June 2024: MHRC Show Jumping
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Cindie and Charles
9th June 2024: Mercian Combined Training
Congratulations to our team of Jo Elliott, Cindie Bunce, Flora Gittins and Alex Ross, who came 2nd at the CT competition at Stourport Equestrian Centre.
Congratulations to our team of Jo Elliott, Cindie Bunce, Flora Gittins and Alex Ross, who came 2nd at the CT competition at Stourport Equestrian Centre.
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8th June 2024: MHRC Dressage Series
Well done to everyone who competed at our dressage show at Hillview and congratulations to our class winners:
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31st May to 2nd June 2024: BRC ARENA EVENTING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Another excellent championships for the club, with 13 riders and 14 horses representing the club over the weekend. Huge congratulations to Hilary Warren, who was individual 3rd in the Senior 70 competition and Rose Chugg-Martin who was 7th in the Junior 80. Our Senior 80 team of Megan Horbury, Sue Peckham, Beth Mussell-Evans and Jodie Powell came 9th overall and our Junior 70 team of Bonnie Bowness, Holly Mothersole, Oscar Toole and Flora Gittins were 5th.
Another excellent championships for the club, with 13 riders and 14 horses representing the club over the weekend. Huge congratulations to Hilary Warren, who was individual 3rd in the Senior 70 competition and Rose Chugg-Martin who was 7th in the Junior 80. Our Senior 80 team of Megan Horbury, Sue Peckham, Beth Mussell-Evans and Jodie Powell came 9th overall and our Junior 70 team of Bonnie Bowness, Holly Mothersole, Oscar Toole and Flora Gittins were 5th.
26th May 2024: Mercian Dressage to Music
Huge congratulation to our team of Jodie Powell, Caroline Bates and Camilla Esling, who came 2nd after all three posted 70+% scores.
Huge congratulation to our team of Jodie Powell, Caroline Bates and Camilla Esling, who came 2nd after all three posted 70+% scores.
5th May 2024: Mercian Inter-Club League Dressage
Well done to everyone who represented the club at Allens Hill for the first Mercian Event of 2024. Although no team places, we've made a good start on the annual league.
Well done to everyone who represented the club at Allens Hill for the first Mercian Event of 2024. Although no team places, we've made a good start on the annual league.
27th and 28th April 2024: BRITISH RIDING CLUBS INTERMEDIATE WINTER CHAMPIONSHIPS
Huge congratulations to our 6 members who qualified for the BRC Championships. Juniors Flora Gittins and Bonnie Bowness competed in the Dressage, as did Julie Jeffes in the Senior section. But our 90cm Jumping team of Sue Moger, Sarah Brown, Beth Mussell-Evans and Julie Jeffes came 7th after a very tense jump-off.
Huge congratulations to our 6 members who qualified for the BRC Championships. Juniors Flora Gittins and Bonnie Bowness competed in the Dressage, as did Julie Jeffes in the Senior section. But our 90cm Jumping team of Sue Moger, Sarah Brown, Beth Mussell-Evans and Julie Jeffes came 7th after a very tense jump-off.
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24th April 2024: MHRC Open Dressage
Well done to everyone who competed at our first show of 2024 and congratulations to our class winners.
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13th and 14th April 2024: Area 18 Show Jumping and Style Jumping Championships
We had an amazing day at Lincomb, with lots of members representing the club across most of the classes. See newsletter for full list of results, but congratulations to everyone who qualified for the BRC National Championships in September and the SWWRC Championships in August.
We had an amazing day at Lincomb, with lots of members representing the club across most of the classes. See newsletter for full list of results, but congratulations to everyone who qualified for the BRC National Championships in September and the SWWRC Championships in August.
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6th and 7th April 2024: British Riding Clubs Winter Novice Championships
Massive congratulations to our Junior Show Jumping Team of Katie Spanswick, Rose Chugg-Martin, Bonnie Bowness and Oscar Toole, who were amazing at the Championships. They were the only team to end on a zero score and were crowned NATIONAL JUNIOR 70cm CHAMPIONS. Sarah Brown on Coora Anne also had a fantastic day - leading the Novice 27 until she was just pipped to the top spot by the last rider of the day.
Massive congratulations to our Junior Show Jumping Team of Katie Spanswick, Rose Chugg-Martin, Bonnie Bowness and Oscar Toole, who were amazing at the Championships. They were the only team to end on a zero score and were crowned NATIONAL JUNIOR 70cm CHAMPIONS. Sarah Brown on Coora Anne also had a fantastic day - leading the Novice 27 until she was just pipped to the top spot by the last rider of the day.
Olivia and Robin
March 2024: E-Riders Riding Club Online Dressage
Congratulations to our members who took part in the Online League this month:
INTRO 1e: 2nd Luan Crawford and Billion Doller Master
7th Stephanie Williams and Meadowvalley Pendragon
PRELIM 2a: 12th Olivia Howard and Tetcott Robin Hood
Congratulations to our members who took part in the Online League this month:
INTRO 1e: 2nd Luan Crawford and Billion Doller Master
7th Stephanie Williams and Meadowvalley Pendragon
PRELIM 2a: 12th Olivia Howard and Tetcott Robin Hood
Pip and Lad
16th March 2024: Area 18 Arena Eventing Qualifier
The club had a fantastic day at Rectory Farm for the Area Arena Eventing Qualifier, with both our Junior and Senior teams winning in the 70cm class, and our Senior team winning the 80cm class. Rose Chugg-Martin was the individual winner of the Junior 80 - so quite a team heading for the Championships next month.
The club had a fantastic day at Rectory Farm for the Area Arena Eventing Qualifier, with both our Junior and Senior teams winning in the 70cm class, and our Senior team winning the 80cm class. Rose Chugg-Martin was the individual winner of the Junior 80 - so quite a team heading for the Championships next month.
Rose and Archie
9th and 10th March 2024: British Riding Clubs Introductory Dressage Championship and Dressage to Music Championship
The first BRC Championship of the year was attended by seven MHRC members across the two days. In the Junior Section, Rose Chugg-Martin came 2nd in her Intro class and 3rd in her Prelim class. While our Pairs riders of Heather Ridley and Stephanie Bateman, came 6th.
The first BRC Championship of the year was attended by seven MHRC members across the two days. In the Junior Section, Rose Chugg-Martin came 2nd in her Intro class and 3rd in her Prelim class. While our Pairs riders of Heather Ridley and Stephanie Bateman, came 6th.
18th February 2024: Area 18 Intermediate Winter Dressage Qualifier
Another day of Dressage for the club at Allens Hill, with two Senior teams and two Junior Individuals competing. Congratulations to Bonnie Bowness and Julie Jeffes, who won their classes and are off to the Championships in April.
Another day of Dressage for the club at Allens Hill, with two Senior teams and two Junior Individuals competing. Congratulations to Bonnie Bowness and Julie Jeffes, who won their classes and are off to the Championships in April.
Camilla and Bertie
10th February 2024: Area 18 Dressage to Music Qualifier
The club rocked the Senior Prelim class, with Camilla Esling 1st, Jodie Powell 2nd and Caroline Bates 3rd - all all three are off to the Championships in March.
The club rocked the Senior Prelim class, with Camilla Esling 1st, Jodie Powell 2nd and Caroline Bates 3rd - all all three are off to the Championships in March.
Stephanie and Heather
28th January 2024: Area 18 Introductory Dressage Qualifier
The club enjoyed a great day at the Unicorn Centre for the first qualifier of the year. Junior Rose Chugg-Martin won both her Prelim and Intro classes to qualify for the Championships. She'll be joined by Stephanie Bateman and Heather Ridley, who won the Pairs class.
The club enjoyed a great day at the Unicorn Centre for the first qualifier of the year. Junior Rose Chugg-Martin won both her Prelim and Intro classes to qualify for the Championships. She'll be joined by Stephanie Bateman and Heather Ridley, who won the Pairs class.
25th January 2024: AGM and PRESENTATION EVENING
A fab evening at Hanley Village Hall for our AGM - good food, lots of laughs and great company. C0ngratulations to all our 2023 Award winners:
E-RIDERS AWARD
(for gaining most points for the club in the E-Riders Online League) ELLIE WATKINS |
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ACHIEVEMENT AWARD (for their win at the BRC Introductory Championships) CAMILLA ESLING & JODIE POWELL
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COMMITTEE AWARD
(for being friendly, supportive and fun throughout the year) BETH MUSSELL-EVANS |
CHAIRMAN'S AWARD
(for returning from horsey injury and having a great year) KATIE BAKER |
PROGRESSION AWARDS
(for showing most improvement throughout the year) TRACEY CAMERON (right) ZOE HOCKLEY (left) |
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LOFTY CUP
(for her enthusiasm and fun throughout the year) ANNITTA ENGEL (not pictured) |
MIDAS CUP
(for being so chilled in his first RC year) STRAHARD JACK - owned by Zoe Hockley |
CLUB SUPPORT
(for her volunteering, often at the last minute) RITA WOOLLEY |
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TEAM MANAGER AWARDS
Area (left) JUNIOR RIDING TEST TEAM Bonnie Bowness, Rose Chugg-Martin, Katie Spanswick and Daisy Toole (not pictured) Mercian (right) JODIE POWELL |
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NEWLAND POULTRY SHOW JUMPING LEAGUE 2023
1st: Zoe Hockley and Jack
2nd: Helen Keats and Jimmy
3rd: Louise Carter and Oliver
4th: Elinor Lloyd and Alan
5th: Annitta Engel and Vinny
6th: Kelly Blowers and Baltic Prince
7th: Jodie Powell and Glencorran Grace & Rebethan Lord and Thumbelina
9th: Mollie Farney and Discours de un Roi & Olivia Howard and Tettcott Robin
2nd: Helen Keats and Jimmy
3rd: Louise Carter and Oliver
4th: Elinor Lloyd and Alan
5th: Annitta Engel and Vinny
6th: Kelly Blowers and Baltic Prince
7th: Jodie Powell and Glencorran Grace & Rebethan Lord and Thumbelina
9th: Mollie Farney and Discours de un Roi & Olivia Howard and Tettcott Robin
2023 PEPPER POT POINTS LEAGUE (for full League, click HERE)
DRESSAGE LEAGUE: Elinor Lloyd and Alan (junior) and Camilla Esling and Bertie (senior)
JUMPING LEAGUE: Elinor Lloyd and Alan (junior) and Jodie Powell and Grace (senior)
COMBINED EVENTS: Katie Spanswick and Rolo (junior) and Beth Mussel-Evans and Freckles (senior)
MR GANGSTER TEAM PLAYER AWARD: Jo Jeynes and Norman and Rodney
JUNIOR OVERALL: ELINOR LLOYD AND ALAN
SENIOR OVERALL: JODIE POWELL AND GRACE
DRESSAGE LEAGUE: Elinor Lloyd and Alan (junior) and Camilla Esling and Bertie (senior)
JUMPING LEAGUE: Elinor Lloyd and Alan (junior) and Jodie Powell and Grace (senior)
COMBINED EVENTS: Katie Spanswick and Rolo (junior) and Beth Mussel-Evans and Freckles (senior)
MR GANGSTER TEAM PLAYER AWARD: Jo Jeynes and Norman and Rodney
JUNIOR OVERALL: ELINOR LLOYD AND ALAN
SENIOR OVERALL: JODIE POWELL AND GRACE
Rose and Archie
29th December 2023: We had a fun day at Allenshill for their Christmas Fun Jumping. Our 60 team was 2nd, our 70 teams were 2nd and 4th, and one of our 80 teams was also 2nd. There were individual places for Caroline Bates, Hilary Warren, Jodie Powell, Rose Chugg-Martin, Alice Cook and Sue Moger.
17th December 2023: MALVERN HILLS DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIP
We had a fabulous day at Hillview Arena for our Dressage Championships - well done to everyone who competed and huge congratulations to our worthy winners.
We had a fabulous day at Hillview Arena for our Dressage Championships - well done to everyone who competed and huge congratulations to our worthy winners.
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RESTRICTED INTRO CHAMPIONSHIPS
1st Annitta Engel and Bobby 2nd Zoe Hockley and Shaun 2023 LEAGUE WINNER: Zoe Hockley and Shaun RESTRICTED PRELIM CHAMPIONSHIPS 1st Natalie Smith and Golly 2nd Sophie Hooper and Alfie 2023 LEAGUE WINNER: Jo Jeynes and Fashion House NOVICE CHAMPIONSHIPS 1st Val Danahar and Lily 2nd Kate Arnold and Queenie 2023 LEAGUE WINNER: Camilla Esling and Black Magick |
OPEN INTRO CHAMPIONSHIPS
1st Julie Fletcher and Misty 2nd Caroline Ress and Fred 2023 LEAGUE WINNER: Jo Jeynes and Fashion House OPEN PRELIM CHAMPIONSHIPS 1st Camilla Esling and Black Magick 2nd Katie Baker and RTS Jayne 2023 LEAGUE WINNER: Elinor Lloyd and Ashby Alan Silver ELEMENTARY CHAMPIONSHIPS 1st Val Danahar and Lily 2nd Margaret Boyd and Geminee 2023 LEAGUE WINNER: Margaret Boyd and Geminee |
CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE WHO HAS QUALIFIED FOR OUR DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS
12th November 2023: MHRC Dressage Series
It was a bit wet and cold for our last Dressage show of the 2023 series, so thank you to everyone who came along and especially to the volunteers.
Congratulations to our class winners:
Intro A: Restricted = Zoe Hockley and Shaun Open = Alex Ross and Fitzwilliam
Prelim 2: Restricted = Alex Ross and Fitzwilliam Open = Mel Taylor and Comet
Prelim 13: Sophie Jones and King's Speaker
Novice 28: Annabel McCourt and Wenceslaus
PYO Novice/Elementary: Camilla Esling and Black Magick
It was a bit wet and cold for our last Dressage show of the 2023 series, so thank you to everyone who came along and especially to the volunteers.
Congratulations to our class winners:
Intro A: Restricted = Zoe Hockley and Shaun Open = Alex Ross and Fitzwilliam
Prelim 2: Restricted = Alex Ross and Fitzwilliam Open = Mel Taylor and Comet
Prelim 13: Sophie Jones and King's Speaker
Novice 28: Annabel McCourt and Wenceslaus
PYO Novice/Elementary: Camilla Esling and Black Magick
Esther and Summer
4th November 2023: Fun Team Show Jumping
The club sent 5 teams to Hartpury for some Just For Fun jumping with the Croome Pony Club. All teams were placed, with the Malvern Hills Magpies winning the 60cm class and the Malvern Hills Maybelles second in the 50cm. Bonnie and Esther Bowness were both 6th individually in their classes and Katie Baker 5th in hers.
The club sent 5 teams to Hartpury for some Just For Fun jumping with the Croome Pony Club. All teams were placed, with the Malvern Hills Magpies winning the 60cm class and the Malvern Hills Maybelles second in the 50cm. Bonnie and Esther Bowness were both 6th individually in their classes and Katie Baker 5th in hers.
Beth Evans and Freckles
29th October 2023: Area 18 Novice Winter Dressage Qualifier
A huge number of members represented the club at Hartpury. Our Junior team came 3rd and our highest placed Senior team was 4th. Katie Spanswick won two Championship qualifications in Intro C and Prelim 12, and Sarah Brown one qualification in Novice 27.
A huge number of members represented the club at Hartpury. Our Junior team came 3rd and our highest placed Senior team was 4th. Katie Spanswick won two Championship qualifications in Intro C and Prelim 12, and Sarah Brown one qualification in Novice 27.
Sue and Bobby
14th and 15th October 2023: Area 18 Show Jumping Qualifier
An amazing weekend for the club with lots of members competing across the two days ... and loads of Championship qualifications won! Our 70cm Junior Team of Rose Chugg-Martin, Oscar Toole, Bonnie Bowness and Katie Spanswick, Junior 80 Individual Jessie Mothersole and Senior 80 Individual Beth Evans qualify for the BRC Novice Winter Championships 2024. While our Senior 90 team of Julie Jeffes, Sarah Brown, Sue Moger and Beth Evans, and 1m Individual Holly Chivers, qualify for the BRC Intermediate Winter Championships 2024.
An amazing weekend for the club with lots of members competing across the two days ... and loads of Championship qualifications won! Our 70cm Junior Team of Rose Chugg-Martin, Oscar Toole, Bonnie Bowness and Katie Spanswick, Junior 80 Individual Jessie Mothersole and Senior 80 Individual Beth Evans qualify for the BRC Novice Winter Championships 2024. While our Senior 90 team of Julie Jeffes, Sarah Brown, Sue Moger and Beth Evans, and 1m Individual Holly Chivers, qualify for the BRC Intermediate Winter Championships 2024.
Megan and Mabel
8th October 2023: Mercian Dressage
Congratulations to our teams who were placed 1st, 2nd, 8th and 9th in the huge Mercian competition at Allenshill. Lots of individual places too, but the stars of the day were Megan Harper on Donerrae and Heather Westgate on Mount of Olives, who were winners of the Intro and Prelim classes.
Congratulations to our teams who were placed 1st, 2nd, 8th and 9th in the huge Mercian competition at Allenshill. Lots of individual places too, but the stars of the day were Megan Harper on Donerrae and Heather Westgate on Mount of Olives, who were winners of the Intro and Prelim classes.
29th September to 1st October 2023: BRC Introductory Dressage and Dressage to Music Championships
The last two championships of the year ended on a high for the club. Steph Woolley was placed 3rd in the Advanced Medium Dressage Freestyle class - her first year competing at this level. While Camilla Esling and Jodie Powell did one better than their 2nd last year, and were crowned Intro Pairs Champions 2023.
The last two championships of the year ended on a high for the club. Steph Woolley was placed 3rd in the Advanced Medium Dressage Freestyle class - her first year competing at this level. While Camilla Esling and Jodie Powell did one better than their 2nd last year, and were crowned Intro Pairs Champions 2023.
17th September 2023: MHRC Dressage Series
Another lovely day at Hillview for the latest in our 2023 Dressage series. Well done to everyone who competed and congratulations to our class winners:
Another lovely day at Hillview for the latest in our 2023 Dressage series. Well done to everyone who competed and congratulations to our class winners:
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INTRO C RESTRICTED: Zoe Hockley and Shaun
PRELIM 1 RESTRICTED: Natalie Smith and Golly PRELIM 12: Camilla Esling and Black Magick PYO NOVICE 30/ELEM 49: Camilla Esling and Black Magick
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INTRO C OPEN: Sue Peckham and Hett Thor
PRELIM 1 OPEN: Rebethan Lord and Thumbelina NOVICE 27: Lou Cole and Roo
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Caroline and Smokey
3rd September 2023: Mercian Show Jumping
Well done to our members Ellie Lloyd, Caroline Bates and Louise Carter, who competed in two classes at the SJ compeition, coming 3rd and 5th.
Well done to our members Ellie Lloyd, Caroline Bates and Louise Carter, who competed in two classes at the SJ compeition, coming 3rd and 5th.
Rose and Lily
2nd to 3rd September 2023: BRC National Championships
A great weekend for the club at Lincoln, with every single person who went bringing home at least one rosette - an amazing achievement. Huge congratulations to Rose Chugg-Martin, who won the Junior Intro Dressage Championship, and Holly Chivers who came 2nd in the 105 Show Jumping Championships. Our Junior Riding Test Team were 8th and our Senior Show Jumping Team were 9th. Please see the September newsletter for a a full report.
A great weekend for the club at Lincoln, with every single person who went bringing home at least one rosette - an amazing achievement. Huge congratulations to Rose Chugg-Martin, who won the Junior Intro Dressage Championship, and Holly Chivers who came 2nd in the 105 Show Jumping Championships. Our Junior Riding Test Team were 8th and our Senior Show Jumping Team were 9th. Please see the September newsletter for a a full report.
Jane and Rock Solid
27th August 2023: Area 18 Dressage to Music Qualifier
We had a fun day dancing to tunes at Bromyard Equestrian for the DTM qualifier. In the Prelim class, Jodie Powell was 3rd, Caroline Bates was 4th and Camilla Esling was 6th. But members Jane Bailey in the Novice and Steph Woolley in the Advanced Medium were both winners and qualify for the Championships later on in the year.
We had a fun day dancing to tunes at Bromyard Equestrian for the DTM qualifier. In the Prelim class, Jodie Powell was 3rd, Caroline Bates was 4th and Camilla Esling was 6th. But members Jane Bailey in the Novice and Steph Woolley in the Advanced Medium were both winners and qualify for the Championships later on in the year.
26th August 2023: MHRC SHOW JUMPING
We had a fun members only day at Hillview. Well done to everyone who took part and congratulations to all the class winners.
We had a fun members only day at Hillview. Well done to everyone who took part and congratulations to all the class winners.
50cm Winners: Zoe and Jack
Novice 60cm Winners: Emma and Rose
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70cm Winners: Annitta and Vinny
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60cm Winners: Louise and Oliver
80cm Winners: Sarah and Carrie
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Sarah Brown - double victor
19th August 2023: South West and Wales Riding Club Championship
We were lucky enough to have three teams qualify for the Regional Championships at Hartpury. Our Prelim Dressage team of Jo Jeynes, Caroline Bates, Sarah Brown and Camilla Esling were placed 9th, with one of our Riding Test teams of Caroline Bates, Sarah Brown and Sue Peckham was placed 4th. Camilla won an individual 6th and Sue a 5th, but Sarah was the star of the day, winning both her Dressage and Riding Test classes.
We were lucky enough to have three teams qualify for the Regional Championships at Hartpury. Our Prelim Dressage team of Jo Jeynes, Caroline Bates, Sarah Brown and Camilla Esling were placed 9th, with one of our Riding Test teams of Caroline Bates, Sarah Brown and Sue Peckham was placed 4th. Camilla won an individual 6th and Sue a 5th, but Sarah was the star of the day, winning both her Dressage and Riding Test classes.
12th August 2023: Mercian Show Jumping
Huge congratulations to our 80cm SJ team Lydia Burrows, Louise Carter, Ellie Kennedy and Emma James, who won the class at Pengethley show.
Huge congratulations to our 80cm SJ team Lydia Burrows, Louise Carter, Ellie Kennedy and Emma James, who won the class at Pengethley show.
Caroline, Smokey, Rose and Lily
30th July 2023: Area 18 Summer Dressage and Riding Test Qualifier
We had loads of member competing at Sapey, with 9 teams in total and a few individuals. Congratulations to our Junior Riders Rose Chugg-Martin, Katie Spanswick, Bonnie Bowness and Daisy Toole, who have qualified for the BRC National Championships at Lincoln. And to our Seniors Caroline Bates, Jodie Powell, Sue Peckham, Camilla Esling, Jo Jeynes, Sarah Brown and Lauren Philpotts, who have qualified for the Riding Club Regionals at Hartpury.
We had loads of member competing at Sapey, with 9 teams in total and a few individuals. Congratulations to our Junior Riders Rose Chugg-Martin, Katie Spanswick, Bonnie Bowness and Daisy Toole, who have qualified for the BRC National Championships at Lincoln. And to our Seniors Caroline Bates, Jodie Powell, Sue Peckham, Camilla Esling, Jo Jeynes, Sarah Brown and Lauren Philpotts, who have qualified for the Riding Club Regionals at Hartpury.
Lauren and Bandit
23rd July 2023: Area 18 Introductory Dressage Qualifier and Open Dressage Show
MHRC took on the task of running this qualifier on behalf on Area 18 and we had a thoroughly enjoyable day. Our Senior Team of Jodie Powell, Camilla Esling, Rebethan Lord and Jo Jeynes won the day and have qualified for the Championships in October. Jodie and Camilla also won the Pairs class for the second year in a row.
MHRC riders also triumphed in the Open classes, with Zoe Hockley winning the Intro, Rebethan Lord and Annabel McCourt joint winners of the Prelim and Elinor Lloyd winning the Novice.
MHRC took on the task of running this qualifier on behalf on Area 18 and we had a thoroughly enjoyable day. Our Senior Team of Jodie Powell, Camilla Esling, Rebethan Lord and Jo Jeynes won the day and have qualified for the Championships in October. Jodie and Camilla also won the Pairs class for the second year in a row.
MHRC riders also triumphed in the Open classes, with Zoe Hockley winning the Intro, Rebethan Lord and Annabel McCourt joint winners of the Prelim and Elinor Lloyd winning the Novice.
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Charlotte and Solis
16th July 2023: Mercian Showing and Dressage
We had a lovely day at Frampton Estate for the latest competition in the Mercian League. Our Showing teams were on top form, coming 1st and 2nd, with an individual win for Charlotte Treleaven and Solis in the Coloured Class. Two of our Dressage teams were also in the ribbons, coming 4th and 5th, with Katie Baker and RTS Jayne winning the Prelim 1.
We had a lovely day at Frampton Estate for the latest competition in the Mercian League. Our Showing teams were on top form, coming 1st and 2nd, with an individual win for Charlotte Treleaven and Solis in the Coloured Class. Two of our Dressage teams were also in the ribbons, coming 4th and 5th, with Katie Baker and RTS Jayne winning the Prelim 1.
Steph and Tilda
9th July 2023: MHRC Open Dressage Series
Well done to everyone who competed at our Dressage Show and CONGRATULATIONS to our class winners:
Well done to everyone who competed at our Dressage Show and CONGRATULATIONS to our class winners:
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INTRO B RESTRICTED: Zoe Hockley and Shaun
INTRO B OPEN: Stephanie Bateman and Tuscany Matilda PRELIM 7 RESTRICTED: Jo Jeynes and Fashion House PRELIM 7 OPEN: Rebethan Lord and Thumbelina |
PRELIM 18: Katie Baker and RTS Jayne
NOVICE 24: Kate Arnold and Queenie PYO Novice 34 / Elementary 44: Margaret Boyd and Geminee |
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Jodie and Grace
8th July 2023: Area 18 Style Jumping Qualifier
We had a great day at Rectory Farm for the Style Jumping. Jodie Powell and Rose Chugg-Martin were individual winners of their classes, gaining qualification for the National Championships. They will be joined by Beth Evans, who was the highest placed individual not on the winning team.
We had a great day at Rectory Farm for the Style Jumping. Jodie Powell and Rose Chugg-Martin were individual winners of their classes, gaining qualification for the National Championships. They will be joined by Beth Evans, who was the highest placed individual not on the winning team.
Grace Jenkins and Nala
25th June 2023: Mercian Show Jumping
We had a very successful day at Cleeve Prior, with our SJ teams. The Malvern Reds of Jo Jeynes, Chris Esling, Jodie Powell and Charlotte Treleaven won both the 70 and 80cm classes, with the Malvern Blues of Grace Jenkins, Ali Tate and Mollie Farley were 4th and 3rd in the same classes.
We had a very successful day at Cleeve Prior, with our SJ teams. The Malvern Reds of Jo Jeynes, Chris Esling, Jodie Powell and Charlotte Treleaven won both the 70 and 80cm classes, with the Malvern Blues of Grace Jenkins, Ali Tate and Mollie Farley were 4th and 3rd in the same classes.
Felix Westgate-Wilton and Monty
18th June 2023: Area 18 Horse Trials Qualifier
It was off to Moreton Morrell for the HT qualifier and MHRC did brilliantly across the whole competition. Congratulations to Holly Chivers and Dripshill Dreammaker, who won the 100cm class and qualify for the Championships in August. She'll be joined by the 70cm team of Sue Peckham, Jodie Powell, Jo Jeynes and Katie Spanswick, who were also crowned winners on the day.
It was off to Moreton Morrell for the HT qualifier and MHRC did brilliantly across the whole competition. Congratulations to Holly Chivers and Dripshill Dreammaker, who won the 100cm class and qualify for the Championships in August. She'll be joined by the 70cm team of Sue Peckham, Jodie Powell, Jo Jeynes and Katie Spanswick, who were also crowned winners on the day.
Kelly Hudson and Fron
11th June 2023: Members Only Show Jumping
Well done to everyone who took part in our fun show and congratulations to our class winners:
50cm: Katie Spanswick and Farwood Hugo Novice 60cm: Zoe Hockley and Jack
60cm: Louise Carter and Oliver 70cm: Jodie Powell and Gracie
80cm: Kelly Hudson and Fron 90cm: Cindie Bunce and Thomas
Well done to everyone who took part in our fun show and congratulations to our class winners:
50cm: Katie Spanswick and Farwood Hugo Novice 60cm: Zoe Hockley and Jack
60cm: Louise Carter and Oliver 70cm: Jodie Powell and Gracie
80cm: Kelly Hudson and Fron 90cm: Cindie Bunce and Thomas
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28th May 2023: Area 18 Show Jumping Qualifier
A busy day at the qualifier for the club and TWO tense jump-offs for our teams. Huge congratulations to Jodie Powell and Holly Chivers, who qualify for the National Championships as individuals. They will be joined by our 80cm team of Jo Jeynes, Sue Peckham, Julie Jeffes and Beth Evans. |
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27th May 2023: MHRC Open Dressage Series
We had beautiful weather for the first show in the 2023 series. Well done to everyone who took part and congratulations to our class winners: INTRO A RESTRICTED: Zoe Hockley and Shaun INTRO A OPEN: (joint) Julia Fletcher and Misty / Caroline Rees and Fred PRELIM 2 RESTRICTED: Katie Baker and RTS Jayne PRELIM 2 OPEN: Elinor Lloyd and Alan PRELIM 14: Camilla Esling and Black Magick NOVICE 28: Val Danahar and Lily PYO Novice 30/Elem 42: Val Danahar and Lily Remember to check out your LEAGUE places - the top 10 after our last qualifying show qualify for our Championship Show, sponsored by NAF. |
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Rose and Lily
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21st May 2023: BRC Combined Championships
Congratulations to Rose Chugg-Martin, Katie Spanswick and Beth Evans, who represented the club on a National stage at the latest BRC Championships. Katie and Beth competed in the 80 Challenge - a course of SJ and XC fences on a grass arena - while Rose did the Junior Combined Training. Her and Lily did an amazing dressage test to lead the class from the start and after a lovely clear round over the Show Jumps, were crowned Champions. |
20th May 2023: Mercian Dressage to Music
The first Mercian team competition of the year went brilliantly for the club, with our teams being placed 1st and 4th. Individually, it was a clean sweep in the Prelim class, with Jodie Powell winning the class, Camilla Esling 2nd and Caroline Bates 3rd.
The first Mercian team competition of the year went brilliantly for the club, with our teams being placed 1st and 4th. Individually, it was a clean sweep in the Prelim class, with Jodie Powell winning the class, Camilla Esling 2nd and Caroline Bates 3rd.
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