30th JANUARY 2023: MHRC DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS
After bad weather scuppered our original date, we finally managed to hold our '2022' Dressage Championships. Sponsored by NAF, there were amazing prizes for 1st to 3rd, chocolates and HUGE rosettes for everyone who entered, plus beautiful sashes for the Champion & Reserve in each class. A huge well done to everyone who took part and CONGRATULATIONS to our class winners.
After bad weather scuppered our original date, we finally managed to hold our '2022' Dressage Championships. Sponsored by NAF, there were amazing prizes for 1st to 3rd, chocolates and HUGE rosettes for everyone who entered, plus beautiful sashes for the Champion & Reserve in each class. A huge well done to everyone who took part and CONGRATULATIONS to our class winners.
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INTRO RESTRICTED CHAMPIONSHIPS
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INTRO OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS
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PRELIM RESTRICTED CHAMPIONSHIPS
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PRELIM OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS
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NOVICE CHAMPIONSHIPS
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ELEMENTARY CHAMPIONSHIPS
Champion & Overall League Winner: Sarah Garton-Jones and Lola
Reserve Champion: Val Danahar and Lily
27th JANUARY 2023: MHRC AGM & PRESENTATION EVENING
We had a fun night rounding off 2022 in style, with amazing food, fantastic company, fiendish quizzes and our famous raffle. Congratulations to everyone who won a Trophy:
We had a fun night rounding off 2022 in style, with amazing food, fantastic company, fiendish quizzes and our famous raffle. Congratulations to everyone who won a Trophy:
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Area 18 100+Horse Trials:
Holly Chivers E-Riders: (joint) Sarah Harker and Rosebud Laura Bennett and Sadie Gangster Team Player Award: Suzanne Lidbetter The Committee Cup: Di Symonds The Chairman’s Cup: Rosee Chugg-Martin The Achievers Cup: Sue Peckham Club Support Shield: Will Hooper |
Progression Shield:
Helen Keats Progression Cup: Lauren Philpotts The Midas Cup: Jeeves (owned by Di Symonds) The Lofty Cup: Vickie Watkins The Mercian Cup: Camilla Esling The Area Cup: Holly Chivers |
PEPPER POT POINTS LEAGUE
SENIOR OVERALL: Camilla Esling JUNIOR OVERALL Rose Chugg-Martin SENIOR DRESSAGE: Camilla Esling JUNIOR DRESSAGE Isabella Thomas SENIOR JUMPING: Pip Webster JUNIOR JUMPING: Bonnie Bowness and Evie Gwillum SENIOR COMBINED EVENTS: Tiggy Manning JUNIOR COMBINED EVENTS: Rose Chugg-Martin |
Gorgeous Rosettes were also awarded to the top 15 horse/rider combinations in the Pepper Pot League:
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SENIOR
Sarah Harker and Rosebud 175 Suzanne Lidbetter and Tileford Rosina 175 |
JUNIOR
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Faye Green and Peaches
30th December 2022: Congratulations to our teams who headed off to Allenshill for a bit of fun Christmas Jumping. All three teams were placed and there were individual ribbons for Helen Keats, Lydia Webster and Charlotte Treleaven.
Julie and Barry
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6th November 2022: The weather was a bit of a challenge at the Area Arena Eventing Qualifier at Rectory Farm, but our riders rose to the challenge. Lots of team and individual places, but a special CONGRATULATIONS to Julie Jeffes and Barry, who won the 90 class and have gained our first qualification for the 2023 Championships.
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1st November 2022: Congratulations to our riders who took part in the E-Riders Online Dressage this month. There was a 2nd for Stephanie Bateman, a 6th for Ellie Watkins and a 7th for Ann Brennan.
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29th October 2022: We had a fun day at our Halloween Jumping Show, with lots of trophies and rosettes on offer. Congratulations to our class winners:
50cm: Emma Taylor Newman and Rose Cross Pole Challenge: Alison Young and Blue Ride and Run: Bonnie Bowness and Fox 70cm: Charlotte Treleaven and Oscar 70-80cm Challenge: Annitta Engel and Vinny 80cm: Helen Keats and Jimmy 80-90cm Challenge: Helen Keats and Jimmy
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28th October 2022: It was Quiz time for our Mercian competitors and we ended the League year on a high. Our team of Alison and Jenny Young, Jo Jeynes and Caroline Bates came 3rd, after a close tie-break, while Chris Esling joined in with another club and their team won.
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Caroline Bates and Smokey
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23rd October 2022: Well done to all our competitors who went to Hartpury for the Novice Winter Dressage Qualifier. Although no team placings this time, Jacquetta van Ufford was 6th individually, with Junior riders Rose Chugg-Martin winning two 3rds and Bonnie Bowness coming 4th.
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Holly Chivers and Jester
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15th and 16th October 2022: It was off to Lincomb for the Winter Show Jumping Qualifier and we had 8 riders representing the club in all 5 heights. Although no team placings this time, Rose Chugg-Martin was 4th in the Junior 70 and Holly Chivers was 3rd in the Mixed 110cm.
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15th October 2022: The last of our 2022 Dressage qualifiers went really well and we were so lucky to have a gorgeous sunny day. Well done to everyone who competed and congratulations to our class winners:
Intro C Restricted: Ellie Watkins and Areley Intro C Open: Jodie Powell and Gracie
Prelim 7 Restricted: Tiggy Manning and Dash Prelim 7 Open: Lauren Philpotts and Bandit
Prelim 12 and Novice 24: Camilla Esling and Bertie PYO: Sarah Garton-Jones and Lola
Intro C Restricted: Ellie Watkins and Areley Intro C Open: Jodie Powell and Gracie
Prelim 7 Restricted: Tiggy Manning and Dash Prelim 7 Open: Lauren Philpotts and Bandit
Prelim 12 and Novice 24: Camilla Esling and Bertie PYO: Sarah Garton-Jones and Lola
Jodie and Camilla
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1st and 2nd October 2022: We had a great weekend at the inaugural BRC Introductory Championships at Bury Farm. On Saturday, our senior team of Camilla Esling, Tiggy Manning, Charlotte Treleaven and Jodie Powell came 6th, and on Sunday our Pairs team of Camilla and Jodie came 2nd.
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'Miracles': Ellie, Rose, Jodie and Jo
16th September 2022: Congratulations to our teams who competed at the Mercian Arena Eventing. The 'Malvern Magicians' were 5th in the 60cm and the 'Malvern Miracles' won the 70cm.
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17th September 2022: Well done to everyone who took part in our Members Only Jumping competition and to our class winners:
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50cm: Emily Watkins and Areley
Novice 60cm: Di Symonds and Jeeves Open 60cm: Louise Wild and Chubby 70cm: Victoria Wild and Chubby 80cm: Natalie Smith and Coco Bean 90cm: Susan Moger and Ballygill Bobby 1m: Susan Moger and Ballygill Bobby |
3rd and 4th September 2022: The club had a fab time at the BRC National Championships at Lincoln, represented by 'The Magnificent Seven' of Sue Peckham, Camilla Esling, Jodie Powell, Victoria Watkins, Holly Chivers, Isabella Thomas and Rose Chugg-Martin. Check out the September newsletter for a full round-up of the epic weekend.
28th August 2022: The club held a very successful Area 18 Dressage qualifier at Hillview - a huge thank you to everyone who volunteered their time to make it happen. Congratulations to our team of Camilla Esling, Jodie Powell, Tiggy Manning and Charlotte Trevelean, who won the event and qualify for the Championships in October. You can find the fill results HERE
20th August 2022: Well done to all our members who qualified for the South West and Wales Riding Club Championship at Hartpury. Although no team places, there was an individual 5th and 6th for Sue Peckham, and individual 9th for Lizzie Davidge in the Dressage.
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5th to 7th August 2022: A well deserved CONGRATULATIONS to Holly Chivers and Jester, who represented the club in the 100+ class at the BRC Horse Trials Championship. A tough weekend of competition, but they came 4th overall.
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31st July 2022: Congratulations to our team of three who represented the club at the Royal International Horse Show at Hickstead. Julie Jeffes, Josie Hobbs and Lydia Webster competed in the BHS Jumping class and came a fabulous 10th out of 52 teams.
24th July 2022: Congratulations to our Dressage and our Showing team, who competed at the Mercian event at Frampton Estate. Both teams came 2nd, with everyone winning individual places too, including Sara Stephenson and Camilla Esling, who both won their dressage sections.
23rd July 2022: Thank you and well done to everyone who competed at our Dressage competition at Hillview Arena. Another great day. Congratulations to our class winners
INTRO B RESTRICTED: Bonnie Bowness and Mr Fox INTRO B OPEN: Jodie Powell and Grace
PRELIM 13 RESTRICTED: Stella Bunn and Everybody Rumble PRELIM 13 OPEN: Esme Ruff and Lucy
PRELIM 14 OPEN: Grace Arnold and Queenie NOVICE 27 OPEN: Esme Ruff and Lucy
ELEMENTARY 49 OPEN: Emma Wilesmith and Silk Path
For a full set of results, and updates to the league table, go HERE
INTRO B RESTRICTED: Bonnie Bowness and Mr Fox INTRO B OPEN: Jodie Powell and Grace
PRELIM 13 RESTRICTED: Stella Bunn and Everybody Rumble PRELIM 13 OPEN: Esme Ruff and Lucy
PRELIM 14 OPEN: Grace Arnold and Queenie NOVICE 27 OPEN: Esme Ruff and Lucy
ELEMENTARY 49 OPEN: Emma Wilesmith and Silk Path
For a full set of results, and updates to the league table, go HERE
17th July 2022: It was rosettes all round at the Dressage and Riding Test qualifier held at Sapey. All teams were placed, with our Junior riders qualifying for the BRC National Championships in both the Junior Dressage and the Junior Riding Test. Our two Senior Prelim teams and two Senior Riding Test teams qualified for the SWWRC Championships at Hartpury. There were loads of individual places too - check out the newsletter for a full report.
10th July 2022: A fantastic showing by our teams at the Horse Trials qualfier. Although no team places, Tiggy Manning was 6th in the 90cm and Holly Chivers won the 100+, gaining qualification to the Championships next month.
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29th May 2022: We had three riders representing the club in the Area 18 Dressage to Music Qualifier. Catherine Holland was 6th, Camilla Esling 5th and Sarah Blackshaw 4th in their respective classes.
28th May 2022: Another good month for the club in the E-Riders Online Dressage League, with top 10 places by Sue Lidbetter, Sarah Harker and Laura Bennett.
Olly and Elvis
22nd May 2022: Massive Congratulations to our Junior Team of Olly Hooper, Rose Chugg-Martin and Gabby Thomas, who competed at the BRC National Combined Championships. A huge venue and some personal bests were pulled out of the bag. Although no team place this time round, both Olly and Rose were both 7th in their arenas.
15th May 2022: It was all the twos at the Mercian Show Jumping this month, with both our 70 and 80 teams coming 2nd with a narrow margin. It was also individual 2nd for Chris Esling and a 6th for Faye Green.
2nd May 2022: Well done to everyone who competed at our Dressage Show this month. For a full list of the results, and to check where you are on the 2022 League, go HERE
The winners were:
INTO A RESTRICTED: Bonnie Bowness and MR Fox INTRO A OPEN: Gail Gaven and Jack
PRELIM 1 RESTRICTED: Jodie Powell and Gracie PRELIM 1 OPEN: Sophie Hooper and Jubilee Express
PRELIM 18: Kate Arnold and Queenie NOVICE 28: Megan Harper and Mr Beatle
PYO NOVICE/ELEMENTARY: Megan Harper and Mr Beatle
The winners were:
INTO A RESTRICTED: Bonnie Bowness and MR Fox INTRO A OPEN: Gail Gaven and Jack
PRELIM 1 RESTRICTED: Jodie Powell and Gracie PRELIM 1 OPEN: Sophie Hooper and Jubilee Express
PRELIM 18: Kate Arnold and Queenie NOVICE 28: Megan Harper and Mr Beatle
PYO NOVICE/ELEMENTARY: Megan Harper and Mr Beatle
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16th April 2022: Congratulations to our Junior Combined Training Team of Gabriella Thomas, Rose Chugg-Martin and Oliver Hooper, who all won their classes at the Area CT Qualifier, meaning the team is off to the Championships in May.
10th April 2022: Our first fun Jumping show of the year was great, with fantastic weather and some brilliant laughs in good company. Congratulations to our class winners: 50cm = Ellie Watkins and Areley / Novice 60cm = Kiara Claeys and Milan Van't Flieren / Open 60cm = Louise Wild and Chubby / 70cm = Jodie Powell and Gracie / 80cm = Victoria Wild and Chubby / 90cm = Esme Ruff and Lucy / 1m = Esme Ruff and Lucy
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26th to 27th March 2022: Three club members headed off to the BRC NOVICE WINTER CHAMPIONSHIPS and did a great job representing the club. Sara Stephenson on Lliedi Susan competed in the Senior Dressage and Esther Bowness on Blackwater Grey Lady in the Senior 80 Jumping. Isabella Thomas on Paddy, was our only Junior and came 6th overall in one of her Dressage classes.
27th March 2022: Congratulations to Isabella Thomas, who won both her classes at the Area 18 Online Intermediate Dressage qualifier, and will be heading off to the Championship in April.
13th March 2022:
A huge congratulations to our 70 Arena Eventing Team, who attended the BRC ARENA EVENTING CHAMPIONSHIPS. The team of Faye Green on Tempest Peaches, Jodie Powell on Glencorran Grace, Chris Esling on HalfnHalf and Rose Chugg-Martin on Tregaire Tiger Lily, did a fantastic job at the national championship to come 9th Overall.
A huge congratulations to our 70 Arena Eventing Team, who attended the BRC ARENA EVENTING CHAMPIONSHIPS. The team of Faye Green on Tempest Peaches, Jodie Powell on Glencorran Grace, Chris Esling on HalfnHalf and Rose Chugg-Martin on Tregaire Tiger Lily, did a fantastic job at the national championship to come 9th Overall.
Esther and Polly at a recent clinic
5th and 6th March 2022:
A brilliant weekend for the club competing at the Area 18 Winter Show Jumping Qualifier. Our 90 team were 2nd, just missing out on a place at the championships. There were individual places for Camilla Esling, Esther Bowness, Nikki Collins and Holly Chivers. Esther qualifies for the 80 Championship as an individual, and Holly has been invited to make up an Area 18 Team for the 110 Championship.
A brilliant weekend for the club competing at the Area 18 Winter Show Jumping Qualifier. Our 90 team were 2nd, just missing out on a place at the championships. There were individual places for Camilla Esling, Esther Bowness, Nikki Collins and Holly Chivers. Esther qualifies for the 80 Championship as an individual, and Holly has been invited to make up an Area 18 Team for the 110 Championship.
3rd March 2022:
Congratulations to our riders who took part in the February E-Riders Online Dressage Riding Club Leagues. Sarah Harker and Rosebud won the Prelim class, with a 5th for Laura Bennett and Sadie in the Elementary.
This was the last month of the Winter Riding Club League, and once again MHRC did amazingly well to come 3rd, just behind East Mendip and Solent Riding Clubs.
We also took some top 10 places in the four individual Leagues:
7th Intro = Emma Cooper and It’s All About Alfie
2nd Prelim = Sarah Harker and Rosebud
8th Prelim = Laura Bennet and It’s All About Me
5th Novice = Caroline Bates and Smokey Joe
6th Novice and 4th Elementary = Laura Bennett and Lematon Sunshine Sadie
Congratulations to our riders who took part in the February E-Riders Online Dressage Riding Club Leagues. Sarah Harker and Rosebud won the Prelim class, with a 5th for Laura Bennett and Sadie in the Elementary.
This was the last month of the Winter Riding Club League, and once again MHRC did amazingly well to come 3rd, just behind East Mendip and Solent Riding Clubs.
We also took some top 10 places in the four individual Leagues:
7th Intro = Emma Cooper and It’s All About Alfie
2nd Prelim = Sarah Harker and Rosebud
8th Prelim = Laura Bennet and It’s All About Me
5th Novice = Caroline Bates and Smokey Joe
6th Novice and 4th Elementary = Laura Bennett and Lematon Sunshine Sadie
For older news, check out our newsletter archives from previous years:
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