County Fun Day a hit!

30 June 2024
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The Group enjoyed a highly successful & enjoyable day, joining other local Groups,  at the Warwickshire County Funday. Congratulations to Chelsey, Harry, Oliver, Gill & Jo P who all navigated the Town & Country challenge with skill & quiet determination. Harry & Gill were both winners in their classes. Harry was also awarded the Rosemary Stretch Trophy for […]

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Congratulations!

21 June 2024
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Congratulations to Ricardo, Ellis & Chelsey who have been recognised for their recent progress & achievements. Keep up the good work! 

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Thank you Volunteers!

2 June 2024
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This week it is time to celebrate and say an enormous “THANK YOU” to all of our wonderful, dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers.  We know you will all agree that they are simply the best.  We cannot do what we do without you all, please step forward, take a bow and know that we appreciate you […]

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It’s been a busy week behind the scenes!

29 May 2024
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The ponies received veterinary check-ups, annual vaccinations & routine dental treatments, carried out by Carys, Avonvale Vet Practise. Huge thanks to our farrier, Carl, who skilfully remedied Allie’s split hoof, sustained in the field. We’re grateful to the team of professionals who support our ponies & help keep them in best possible condition for our riders. 

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Coco a favourite!

28 April 2024
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Coco is becoming an established member of our equine team and is a favourite among our riders, including Peter & Louis. 

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Hurrah!

19 April 2024
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Our first ride outside this year! Braving the clouds & chilly wind, ponies, riders & helpers all enjoyed activities in the outdoor arena.  All we need now is some sunshine!    

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Well done Chelsey!

19 April 2024
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Congratulations to Chelsey on achieving Grade 1 Horse Care certificate.  In recent weeks she has also been working on building a partnership with Coco & making good progress. Keep up the good work Chelsey! 

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Thank you Stour Valley Lions

16 April 2024
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We would like to thank the members of the Stour Valley Lions Club who have joined our family of Rider Sponsors. Your support is gratefully received and we look forward to welcoming you to the stables to meet our ‘team’. If you would like to find out more about our Rider Sponsorship scheme please contact […]

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Coaches’ School Day

16 April 2024

Huge shout-out to our committed team of coaches Verena, Puffin, Hannah, Karen & coach-in-training Katharine, who all recently travelled to Nottingham to attend a training course, held by North Midlands Region & hosted by Belvoir Vale RDA Group. It proved an interesting & valuable day, expertly led by Regional coach, Karen Thompson, & Regional Physio, […]

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Pampered Ponies

19 March 2024
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As well as treating our ponies to regular physio sessions, Veterinary Physiotherapist Hannah Daniels also recently demonstrated ridden and in-hand exercises we can do, to maintain our ponies strength and suppleness between treatments.  As well as maintaining physical well-being, these activities offer the ponies additional enrichment, & contributes to keeping them temperamentally suitable for our […]

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