Foresters Riding Club

Diane Pegrum xc clinic 19th May cancelled due to adverse ground conditions

Foresters Riding Club — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:16:30 GMT

Diane and ourselves are disappointed that once again we have to postpone this training session. Unfortunately, due to the heavy and persistent rainfall Stanford Rivers do not see the course as being fit for use this weekend. As this clinic is so popular, we have arranged an alternative date - Saturday 23rd June hope that our riders already booked will be able to rebook onto that date.

Call steph on 07702 845120 or email stephaniehussey@hotmail.com

XC CLINIC 28 4 12 Please read

Foresters Riding Club — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:06:39 GMT

Unfortunately, due to the heavy rainfall, Stanford Rivers xc course has been closed until ground conditions unprove, our clinic is therefore cancelled for this date.

We have rescheduled the clinic for Saturday 19th May 2012.
Alternatively there is an evening xc clinic with Diane on Friday 15th June

Most riders have been spoken to but if you have not heard from either Diane or Stephanie please contact stephaniehussey@hotmail.co.uk or tel/text 07702 845120 and we will be happy to make other arrangements with you.

Spring 2012

Foresters Riding Club — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 09:00:43 GMT

click here for Spring 2012 newsletter

Spring Update from the Committee

Foresters Riding Club — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 08:47:38 GMT

As we write this update, we are at last slowly heading out of winter, the spring grass is beginning to grow, evenings are getting lighter, layers of rugs are coming off, and the main competition season beckons. Although many riders will have hibernated, not so our club members and supporters - they have attended a whole host of activities through the cold, dark months.....

To find out what's been going on download our news letter

click here for Spring 2012 newsletter

15th June Evening XC training with Diane Pegrum

Foresters Riding Club — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 08:02:11 GMT

Busy at the weekends....? Make the most of the longer evenings. Come to our evening xc training at Stanford Rivers XC, Berwick Farm, Berwick Lane, Ongar. You don't have to be an experienced xc rider, but to enjoy these clinics you should feel comfortable at jumping 2'6.

£35.00 members £39.00 non members. Times between 5pm and 9pm.

For full details download our schedule.

click here to download schedule and entry slip

Ech and Cambs Hunt Sponsored Ride

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:51:11 GMT

Ech and Cambs Hunt sponsored ride

The Foresters Riding Club would like to offer its members the opportunity to support the Ech and Cambs Hunt Sponsored Ride in aid of St Johns Ambulance and The British Horse Society. This sponsored ride is held at Gustard Wood, nr Wheathampstead, Herts, on Saturday the 9^th of September. The ride is 12 miles long with 40 optional jumps, or you can choose to do an 8 or 15 mile route. This ride is not organised by The Foresters RC, however we feel that this would be a good opportunity to experience a fun event as a club, enjoy a good social outing and add some diversity to your horse’s lifestyle! The entry is £20 plus £10 minimum sponsorship for adults and £10 entry plus £5 minimum sponsorship for riders under 16. For more information about this ride please see the attached poster and entry form.

To enter please download and complete the attached entry form and send it along with a cheque made payable to Enfield Chace to: C Quinton, 20 Old Oaks, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1TJ. Once received your place will be immediately reserved. Please note, places are limited, so send your entry in good time.

Entry form & additional information

EBA Hatfield Forest Pleasure Ride

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:39:23 GMT

Essex Bridleways Association Hatfield Forest pleasure ride

The Foresters Riding Club would like to offer its members the opportunity to support the Essex Bridleways Association, by attending their Hatfield Forest Pleasure Ride on Saturday the 9^th of June as a group of riders. This ride is 11 miles long and set in the wonderful ancient forest on lovely wide grassy tracks between the forest trees, with some minor roads included. There is also an 8 mile option without roads. This ride is not organised by The Foresters RC, however we feel that this would be a good opportunity to experience a great event as a club, enjoy a fun social outing and add some diversity to your horse’s lifestyle! The entry is £20 or £15 if you are a member of EBA. For more information about this ride and the EBA Rules & Conditions please visit www.essexbridleways.co.uk

To enter please download and complete the attached entry form and send it along with a cheque made payable to Essex Bridleways Association to: C Quinton, 20 Old Oaks, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1TJ. Once received your place will be immediately reserved. Please note, places are limited, so send your entry in good time.

Entry form & additional information

National Dressage Championships Trip

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:29:24 GMT

National Dressage Championships Trip

The club would like to arrange a trip to the National Dressage Championships held in Stoneleigh on Saturday the 15^th of September. This would be for members and their friends/family subject to spaces being available. The admission price is £14 for adults and £6 for children, so we would just need to add the minibus hire and petrol. Brian has kindly offered to drive the minibus for free, so the total price will be around £27 for adults and £19 for children.

If you are interested in coming please let me know as soon as possible or at the latest the 4^th of August. This is subject to enough interest, so please support the club and enjoy a great day out in good company!

The National Dressage Championships has an access all areas format making the nationals a particularly spectator friendly event where you can get really close to the action. Interspersed between classes is a weekend with a variety of displays that promises to both educate and inspire. For more information please visit www.bdchampionships.com

Blenheim Horse Trials Trip

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:27:56 GMT

Blenheim Horse Trials Trip

We would like to organise a trip to the Cross Country Day at the Blenheim Horse Trials in Oxfordshire on Saturday the 8^th of September. This would be for members and their friends/family subject to spaces being available. The admission price is £22 for adults and free for children under 12 years of age, so we would just need to add the minibus hire and petrol. Brian has kindly offered to drive the minibus for free, so the total price will be around £35 for adults and £12 for children.

If you are interested in coming please let me know as soon as possible or at the latest the 28^th of July. This is subject to enough interest, so please support the club and enjoy a great day out in good company!

The Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials are firmly established in the eventing calendar with the world's best riders as well as thousands of spectators who come each year to watch the event. In addition to the eventing action there are lots of other displays and attractions, and more than 175 retail outlets! For more information please visit www.blenheim-horse.co.uk

Hickstead Derby Trip

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:26:08 GMT

Hickstead Derby Trip

We would like to arrange a trip to the Hickstead Derby on Sunday the 24^th of June. This would be for members and their friends/family subject to spaces being available. The admission price is £25 for adults and £12 for children, so we would just need to add the minibus hire and petrol. Brian has kindly offered to drive the minibus for free, so the total price will be around £37 for adults and £24 for children.

If you are interested in coming please let me know as soon as possible or at the latest the 15^th of May. This is subject to enough interest, so please support the club and enjoy a great day out in good company!

The Hickstead Derby is one of the most famous equestrian events in the world. Founded in 1960 by the late Douglas Bunn, it is the only competition that sees riders take on the front descent of the infamous Derby Bank, the biggest of its kind to be found anywhere in the world. It is an iconic event, that makes heroes of its human and equine stars, and in which the course itself is as famous as the horses and riders that embark upon it. No other event in the world asks this much of its entrants, and no other course creates this type of drama. For more information please visit www.hickstead.co.uk

Royal Windsor Horse Show Trip

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:24:03 GMT

Royal Windsor Horse Show Trip

The club would like to arrange a trip to the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Sunday the 13^th of May. This would be for members and their friends/family subject to spaces being available. The admission price is £14 for adults and £11 for children, so we would just need to add the minibus hire and petrol. Brian has kindly offered to drive the minibus for free, so the total price will be around £26 for adults and £23 for children.

If you are interested in coming please let me know as soon as possible or at the latest the 31^st of March. This is subject to enough interest, so please support the club and enjoy a great day out in good company!

The Royal Windsor Horse Show is the largest outdoor equestrian Show in the UK, with over 3000 horses and ponies taking part in more than 164 jumping, showing, championship and carriage driving classes. The event has been running for over 65 years and takes place in Her Majesty The Queen’s private grounds at Windsor Castle. For more information please visit www.rwhs.co.uk

Equine Insight Training Sessions!

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:17:31 GMT

Equi Insight With Lindsay Corrigan

Tuesday 10th April 2012

1pm onwards

Indoor at High Beech Riding Centre,

Pynest Green Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 3QL

By kind permission of Gloria and Chris Taylor

Equi-Insight sessions involve groundwork games and challenges with horses to refresh and revitalise the way we think and act around them. The sessions will allow you to experience a new way of listening to, and learning, from your horse. Your horse is an expert people whisperer, so take this opportunity to see them in action and learn about yourself in the process. These sessions are perfect to help deepen your partnership, enhance performance or build and restore confidence. It’s also great to have something new to try!

Sessions can also be a fun way for non-riders - whether they are reluctant partners of horse mad people, supportive riding club parents, owners of retired or pet horses, or those who enjoy in-hand showing etc, as the sessions do not involve any ridden instruction.

If you would like to have a session, but do not have access to a horse, Lindsay’s horse can be available so there is no reason to miss out! Sessions are private and 45 minutes long.

For more information about Equi-Insight and the sessions visit www.equi-insight.com and www.facebook.com/EquiInsight. If you have any further questions call Lindsay on 07799-145860

£29 per session for Foresters Riding Club members

£32 per session for non-members

To secure a session please contact Claire Q by Saturday before clinic (7 days prior). By phone 07957 344 130. email cclemshell@hotmail.com or post (see below entry slip). Late bookings will be accepted subject to times being available.

Parking available for horse transport

Booking form & Additional Information

New Clinic - Saturday 28th April 2012

Foresters Riding Club — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10:13:06 GMT

Boost your confidence on the Cross Country Course
with Diane Pegrum BSHAI Reg'd
Stanford Rivers XC Course
Berwick Farm, Berwick Lane, Ongar, Essex CM5 9PY
By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Pearl
Parking available for horse transport

The aim of these sessions is to give riders/horses more confidence and experience to be able to compete on a novice xc course, including tackling the water obstacles. You, or your horse, do not need to have experience on the xc field or of solid jumps but to enjoy these sessions you should be comfortable jumping at 2’. Groups will be organized as far as possible according to experience of the rider/horse combination.

Groups will be up to 4-6 in a session. Sessions will run for approximately 1 ½ hours. Body protectors are required to be worn

Costs including course hire
£35 members £39 non members

For more details download the schedule or contact Steph Hussey on
07702 845120 or stephaniehussey@hotmail.com

28 4 2012 XC Booking Form & Details

New Clinic!

Foresters Riding Club — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:12:35 GMT

Trec Clinic with Jill Perry

Saturday 10th March 2012 - 10am onwards

To be held outdoor at

Woodlands Stables, Sewardstone Rd, Chingford, E4 7RE

By kind permission of Mrs R Jenner

Following requests we are running our first Trec clinic with Jill Perry, of East Anglian Trec Club. It’s a friendly sport and a great way to give confidence to both you and your horse, while having fun. This could be why it has become very popular with riders. This clinic will focus on ‘Control Of Paces’ and tackling ‘Obstacles’ similar to those encountered out hacking. Each session will be taught in groups of 4 and 1 hour long. If this clinic proves to be popular we will organise further events incorporating all aspects of Trec, so if interested please get in touch! For more information about Trec go to the British Horse Society website.

£12 per session for Foresters Riding Club Members

£15 per session for Non-Members

To secure a session please contact Claire Q by Saturday before clinic (7 days prior). By phone 07957 344 130.

email cclemshell@hotmail.com or post (see below entry slip). Time slots will be allocated a few days before clinic.

Late bookings will be accepted subject to times being available.

Booking form & Additional Information

Up & Coming Clinics!

Foresters Riding Club — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 20:56:24 GMT

Show Jumping With Jane Hart BSJA UKCC Level 3 Coach

• Saturday 31st March
• Saturday 19th May
• Saturday 16th June

To be held at: Wood Farm, Ongar, Essex, CM5 0EY
By kind permission of Mrs Rebecca Wallis

This clinic is aimed at all levels of horse and rider, whether you want to brush up on your jumping skills, prepare for competing or just enjoy training with your horse! Jane Hart is a highly experienced and enthusiastic trainer with a wealth of riding knowledge. Sessions will be tailored to your specific needs, arranged in pairs and 45 minutes long.

£14 per session for Foresters Members

£17 per session for Non-Members

Private sessions available. Please request when booking.

Please click here to download the entry slip

To secure a place contact Claire Q by Saturday before clinic (7 days prior). By phone 07957 344 130,
email cclemshell@hotmail.com or post entry slip
Late bookings will be accepted subject to available sessions.

Flatwork With Katie Dartnell

• Saturday 18th February
• Saturday 24th March
• Saturday 14th April
• Saturday 26th May

To be held at: Woodlands Stables, Sewardstone Rd, Chingford, E4 7RE
By kind permission of Mrs R Jenner

This clinic is aimed at all levels of horse and rider, whether you want to compete, get motivated, or just enjoy training with your horse. Katie Dartnell, a successful dressage rider will tailor each session to suit your needs in a calm and positive manor. Sessions are individually taught, so you get Katie’s full attention and are 30 minutes long.

£19 per session for Foresters Members
£22 per session for Non-Members
45 minute sessions available. Please request when booking.

Please click here to download the entry slip

To secure a place contact Claire Q by Saturday before clinic (7 days prior). By phone 07957 344 130,
email cclemshell@hotmail.com or post entry slip
Late bookings will be accepted subject to available sessions.

Clear Round Jumping
With Training By Claire Herrtage BHSAI

Tuesday 3rd April 2012 Commencing at 3pm

To be held indoor at
High Beech Riding Centre, Pynest Green Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 3QL
By kind permission of Gloria and Chris Taylor

This is a unique and fun training event where riders complete the clear round jumping course followed by tuition by Claire Herrtage a qualified BHSAI instructor, to practice and improve. This event is aimed at all levels and abilities. Course heights will be adjusted to meet individual requirements. Each clear round training slot is 15 minutes long, so you can have just one or book a double slot for a half hour session. Rosettes to all riders and refreshments available.

£5.50 per 15 minute session for Foresters Members
£7.00 per 15 minute session for Non-Members
multiple sessions can be booked for a 30 or 45 minute slot. Please request when booking

Please click here to download the entry slip

To secure a place contact Claire Q by Sunday 1st of April. By phone 07957 344 130,
email cclemshell@hotmail.com or post entry slip.
Late bookings will be accepted subject to available sessions.
Time slots will be given by phone on Monday 2nd April.

11TH FEB - FOTH COMBINED TRAINING QUALIFIER SHOW

Foresters Riding Club — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:46:40 GMT

This show is open to all our members. Please let me know if you wish to ride in the comp and I will send full details. There are individual and team entries. Closing date for entries is 12th January. Steph Hussey

DATES FOR YOUR 2012 COMPETITION DIARY

Foresters Riding Club — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 21:11:30 GMT

Don't miss out put these dates in your diary, we would love to have you compete for the club. Our aim is to enter all who wish to compete and have fun.

11 February - Festival of the Horse Combined Training and Windsor Dressage - Norton Heath
22 April - Festival of the Horse Eventer Trial - Saffron Walden
23 June - Dressage to Music - Saffron Walden
30 June (Jnr) / 1 July (Snr) - Show Jumping - Tendring

Horse Trials - currently pencilled in 10 or 17 June - Ely Eventing Centre (with Area 7)
Dressage - currently pencilled in 9/10 June or 23/24 June - Stratford Hills

Our club entries for the combined training qualifier have to be in by mid Jan to BRC Head Office so let us know soon. Contact Stephanie at stephaniehussey@hotmail.com

Show Jumping With Jane Hart BSJA UKCC Level 3 Coach

Foresters Riding Club — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 19:46:12 GMT

Saturday 21st January 2012 - 9am onwards

To be held at Wood Farm, Ongar, Essex, CM5 0EY

By kind permission of Mrs Rebecca Wallis

This clinic is aimed at all levels of horse and rider, whether you want to brush up on your jumping skills, prepare for competing or just enjoy training with your horse! Jane Hart is a highly experienced and enthusiastic trainer with a wealth of riding knowledge. Sessions will be tailored to your specific needs, arranged in pairs and 45 minutes long

£12 per session for Foresters Riding Club Members

£15 per session for Non-Members

Private sessions available for an additional £15. Please request when booking.

Please follow below link for booking form and additional information.

Booking form and information

Fun Clear Round Jumping With Training By Claire Herrtage BHSAI

Foresters Riding Club — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:49:54 GMT

Tuesday 20th December 2011

Commencing at 11am – 2pm

To be held indoor at

High Beech Riding Centre, Pynest Green Lane, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 3QL

By kind permission of Gloria and Chris Taylor

This is a unique and fun training event where riders complete the clear round jumping course followed by tuition by Claire Herrtage a qualified BHSAI instructor, to practice and improve. This event is aimed at all levels and abilities. Course heights will be adjusted to meet individual requirements. Each clear round training slot is 15 minutes long, so you can have one or more sessions! Rosettes to all riders and refreshments available.

Each clear round jumping session costs just:

£5.50 for Foresters Riding Club Members

£7.00 for Non-Members

Please follow below link for booking form and additional information.
Booking form and information

Foresters try their luck at the Essex Rider Team Challenge

Foresters Riding Club — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:59:06 GMT

On a chilly but otherwise dry and sometimes bright Sunday 4th December, the Foresters jumping team turned up at Brook Farm Training centre to battle with 19 other teams to win the 30th Essex Rider Team Challenge cup. Pauline Stevens on Rosa rode the open horse class, Jodie Silk Jones on Jumping Jack rode the novice horse class, the pony classes were ridden by Sam Ford on Domino and the open pony class was ridden by Charlotte Louise Osbourne our youngest team member at 13 years on her lovely grey pony Ballinree Loo. It was a long day, and despite some valiant riding the club did not quite make the winners line up. However, look out for next year...

Foresters Riding Club

Diane Pegrum xc clinic 19th May cancelled due to adverse ground conditions

XC CLINIC 28 4 12 Please read

Spring 2012

Spring Update from the Committee

15th June Evening XC training with Diane Pegrum

Ech and Cambs Hunt Sponsored Ride

EBA Hatfield Forest Pleasure Ride

National Dressage Championships Trip

Blenheim Horse Trials Trip

Hickstead Derby Trip

Royal Windsor Horse Show Trip

Equine Insight Training Sessions!

New Clinic - Saturday 28th April 2012

Boost your confidence on the Cross Country Coursewith Diane Pegrum BSHAI Reg'dStanford Rivers XC CourseBerwick Farm, Berwick Lane, Ongar, Essex CM5 9PY By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Pearl Parking available for horse transport

New Clinic!

Up & Coming Clinics!

11TH FEB - FOTH COMBINED TRAINING QUALIFIER SHOW

DATES FOR YOUR 2012 COMPETITION DIARY

Show Jumping With Jane Hart BSJA UKCC Level 3 Coach

Fun Clear Round Jumping With Training By Claire Herrtage BHSAI

Foresters try their luck at the Essex Rider Team Challenge

Boost your confidence on the Cross Country Course
with Diane Pegrum BSHAI Reg'd
Stanford Rivers XC Course
Berwick Farm, Berwick Lane, Ongar, Essex CM5 9PY
By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Pearl
Parking available for horse transport