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Castlefields Day Camp

Stranraer & District Riding Club – Day Camp

16th & 17th August 2025 at Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, Stranraer, DG9 8SQ

Something new for 2025 – two days of training (two sessions each day) from great instructors plus the TopSpec weighbridge on the Saturday. 

The weekend is not residential and there are no stables – hence “Day Camp”.  However, we have lots planned and hope that you will wish to join us for this first ever Stranraer & District Riding Club Day Camp.

CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO ONLINE BOOKING

INCLUDED:

  • One hour group session (maximum of three in group) with Debbie Rodwell (Saturday)
  • Half hour one on one Pole Clinic with Kara Bolik (Saturday)
  • One hour group session (maximum of three in group) with David Gatherer (Sunday)
  • One hour group session (maximum of three in group) with Ruth McGarry (Sunday)
  • TopSpec weighbridge on site on the Saturday
  • Use of show jumps in arena during training sessions
  • Use of Working Hunter Jumps in field during training sessions
  • Use of warm up area
  • Jumping Heights from x poles to 110 cm
  • Flat work only training if you don’t wish to jump
  • Tea/coffee and snacks will be available for a donation

There will be one lesson in the morning and one in the afternoon on each day.

During the lunch break there will be a talk from TopSpec on Saturday.  On Sunday Heather McMeikan of Horse and Soul Equine Massage and Rehabilitation Therapy will give a demonstration.

Participants will be able to bring along rugs, tack, etc to sell – price up items in advance and committee members will look after while you are training.

Spectators welcome – come along and join us for an hour or two, or all day.

Riders will have the opportunity to learn from expert coaches and have fun with like-minded people.

It doesn’t matter if you are a happy hacker, just starting out, have a young horse or compete affiliated – our trainers will tailor the camp to suit your needs.  Riders will be split into groups according to their experience and jumping height.

PHOTOGRAPHS:  Official photographs and video will be taken at this event and may be published on websites, social media or in other publications.  If you do not want your image(s) to be used, please inform the event secretary in advance of the event.

At check-out you will be asked to give your consent for your photographs and video footage to be used by the club in printed, online or electronic publications, which may be shared publicly.  Examples of these materials include, but are not limited to: posters, leaflets, brochures, adverts, emails, e-newsletters, blogs, web pages, social media posts, presentations, speeches, research or policy reports and press releases or other materials.

  • All riders are responsible for ensuring the safety of themselves and others.
  • All riders must have previous experience of riding the horse they are bringing.
  • Always ride, with courtesy, care and consideration to fellow participants.
  • Dogs are allowed, however must be kept under control on a lead at all times.
  • Dog poop to be picked up and put in the bin.
  • Rubbish to be placed in bins or taken home.
  • Horse droppings to be lifted and taken home.

Riders

  • Hats to the current BRC standard must be worn.
  • Body protectors, if worn, should comply with current BRC standard.
  • Suitable riding footwear must be worn – no trainers or wellies.
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian whilst on site.

Please bring your own food and feed for your horse.  Mains water available on site.

Horses / Ponies

  • All equines must be five years old and over and sufficiently fit to undertake the activity being undertaken.  Four year old equines may be accepted – please contact Jane to discuss.
  • Hooves and shoes, if worn, must be in good condition.
  • Stallions not permitted, unless agreed in advance.
  • Tack must be in safe condition and fit correctly – you should check before attending
  • You are responsible for any damage caused by your horse to any facilities whilst on site and will be liable for the cost of replacing / repairing.

Cost of Camp:                

Booked by 15th June:  Members = £95 / Non Members = £130

Booked after 15th June:  Members = £105 / Non Members = £140

The cost for S&DRC members is being subsidised by the Club and Wigtownshire Sports Council.

Prices below are for bookings made by 15th June.  Final payment will increase by £10 for bookings made after 15th June.

  • A £20 non-refundable deposit to book a place must be paid by 15th June 2025.
  • A payment of £40 (£55 non-members) to be paid by 30th June.
  • A final payment £35 (£55 non-members) to be paid by 31st July.

Alternatively, the full amount can be paid when booking.  Places are limited so don’t delay.

Anyone not paying the correct amount by the due date will lose their place and will not receive any refund, unless their place can be taken up.  The amount of any refund depends on the amount already paid and excludes the non-refundable deposit in all circumstances.

CANCELLATION POLICY

If you need to cancel due to a medical or veterinary reason a certificate will be required and 80% of the amount paid may be refunded, subject to whether the space can be filled.

Full refund (minus non-refundable deposit) if space filled. 

If unable to fill space – no refund.

Enquiries – contact Jane on 07717 758 638 or e-mail:  castlefields.sdrc@gmail.com

INSTRUCTORS FOR THE WEEKEND

Debbie Rodwell    (Saturday)

Debbie is a BHS Stage 4 Senior Coach with over 30 years’ experience in the horse industry.  Debbie’s main interest is eventing having competed up to CCI 1* (now 2*) in the past and now competes at Grassroots level, having qualified for Badminton a couple of years ago.  Debbie has also competed at BD, BS, working hunter, showing and has even had a go at polo and driving.

Debbie has a lot to offer to grassroots riders wanting to lay down the correct foundations in order be able to progress.  She is interested in rider and horse biomechanics and continues to learn as much as possible in this area, hoping to help riders produce happy and sound horses and ponies for any discipline.

Kara Bolik  (Saturday)

Kara is a BHS Stage 3 Coach and is available to help all combinations, both adults and children, to achieve their best and enjoy the process.  Kara prides herself on being encouraging and especially in helping clients build confidence.   Kara has competed in all disciplines – BD, BE, BS & BRC.

Kara will be running her famous one on one 30 minute polework sessions.

David Gatherer  (Sunday)

David is a very experienced and popular BE accredited coach and competitor, competing in all disciplines including Eventing up to 4* level.  David coaches all over Scotland and was Scotland’s coach of the year in 2015.  David has produced many young horses, introducing them to eventing and moving them up the levels.

David has ridden at 4 star-level and competed in major competitions such as Chatsworth, Blair Castle and Bramham International.  Equally talented in the discipline of dressage, he has ridden at Prix St Georges level and produced winning performances at national championships.

David is passionate about providing a framework of education for riders and coaches by implementing BE’s training strategies in conjunction with their regional training committee.

Ruth McGarry   (Sunday)

Ruth is a BHS Stage 3 Coach and offers instruction for all ages on your own horse or pony.  Ruth teaches individual clients, pony club and riding club from beginners to advanced.  She specialises in young and problem horses as well as working the rider through confidence issues to achieve the best horse and rider combination.

Hunt Cross – 25th May

Catering by Pic a Picnic.

Gates open 9.40 am.  There are several large potholes at entrance from A75 – please be aware.

Please leave access to water tap clear and lift droppings.

Any queries on times, please contact Jane on 07717 758 638.

Numbers can be collected from office cabin after 10 am.  Please bring £10 cash (correct amount please) per number.  This will be refunded on return of number.

Thank you.

 

Medical armbands armbands are NOT required.

 

TIME  –  CLASS  –  Rider and Name of Horse / Pony

  • 10.30 am  –  1B – X Poles  –  Willow Gilchrist and Darcy
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  • 10.45 am  –  50 cm Jnr  –  Cara Dabnar and Cosmic Astec
  • 10.48 am  –  50 cm Jnr  –  Jade Inwood and Carltonlima Arabella
  • 10.51 am  –  50 cm SNR  –  Wendy Miller-Smith and Casper
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  • 11.05 am  –  60 cm Jnr  –  Cara Dabnar and Cosmic Astec
  • 11.08 am  –  60 cm Jnr  –  Jade Inwood and Carltonlima Arabella
  • 11.11 am  –  60 cm SNR  –  Izzy Miller-Smith and Brie
  • 11.14 am  –  60 cm SNR  –  Wendy Miller-Smith and Casper
  • 11.17 am  –  60 cm SNR  –  Ali Howie and Bobby
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  • 11.30 am  –  70 cm Jnr  –  Kate Dunlop and Glen
  • 11.33 am  –  70 cm SNR  –  Aleeah Robison and Mark Charm
  • 11.36 am  –  70 cm SNR  –  Emily Galloway and Castlelodge Kaleidoscope
  • 11.39 am  –  70 cm SNR  –  Ali Howie and Bobby
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  • 11.50 am  –  80 cm Jnr  –  Chloe Hunter and Ruby
  • 11.53 am  –  80 cm SNR  –  Liz Foulds and Joey
  • 11.56 am  –  80 cm SNR  –  Emily Galloway and Castlelodge Kaleidoscope
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  • 12.10 pm  –  90 cm Jnr  –  Ava Lily Orr-Ewing and Something Special
  • 12.13 pm  –  90 cm Jnr  –  Sally Drummond and Maythefourthbewithyou
  • 12.16 pm  –  90 cm SNR  –  Liz Foulds add Joey
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  • 12.30 pm  –  1 m – Jnr  –  Ava Lily Orr-Ewing and Something Special
  • 12.33 pm  –  1 m – SNR  –  Andrew Drummond and Haslemere Quin

 

 

Working Hunter and Showing Clinic…

Working Hunter and Showing Clinic on Sunday 1st June 2025

with Lilian Cloy at Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, DG9 8SQ

Get ready for the upcoming show season.  Clinic open to all.

Book a place on the Working Hunter and Showing Clinic with the very successful Lilian Cloy.

Lilian will offer advice on turnout, which classes are suitable for you and your horse/pony as well as ringcraft.  There will be tips and information on the go round, what the judge is looking for and the individual show along with the opportunity to jump a Working Hunter course of jumps.  Showing only sessions also available (no jumping).  Heights from X poles to 90 cm.

Lilian has competed and won at the Horse of the Year Show, Royal International Horse Show, the Royal Highland Show and Great Yorkshire show to name a few.  Lilian has extensive experience in showing from Show Hunter Ponies, Working Hunter (ponies and horses) and Hunters.

You can come wearing your showing outfit, plaited or unplaited, or dress in ordinary riding gear, depending on the feedback you are seeking.

One hour group sessions – up to four riders.

Times will be between 10 am and 3 pm (approximately).  Please advise if there is a particular time you wish and we will try to accommodate (although this cannot be guaranteed).

Cost per person Group of 2 Group of 3 Group of 4
S&DRC Member £10.00 £7.00 £5.00
Non S&DRC Member £15.00 £11.00 £8.00

 

Training for S&DRC members is being subsidised by the Club.

Contact Jane to book on 07717 758 638

Bookings must be made no later than 12 noon on Thursday 29th May.

Payment must be made by 31st May – details will be provided at time of booking.

Please note that if you cancel a booking after 12 noon on Thursday 29th May and it is not possible to fill the space the full fee will still be payable.

 

All attendees must hold public liability insurance (full members of an affiliated Riding Club, Pony Club, BHS Gold member, etc). 

 

Please send proof of insurance via e-mail to:  castlefields.sdrc@gmail.com no later than 29th May.  Thank you.   If you do not provide proof of insurance you will NOT be able to participate, but will still have to pay.

Charity Horse Show

Click here for link to online entries.

 

2025 Charity Show Schedule – PDF format

 

 

Castle Kennedy CHARITY HORSE SHOW – Saturday 19th July 2025

Sponsored by Stranraer Carr’s Billington Country Store

Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, Stranraer, DG9 8SQ

In memory of Dr John Calvert

 

Proceeds will be donated to:  YMCA Stranraer – Helping young people locally to build a better future.

 

Entry Fees (per entry per class):  S&DRC Members = £7      Non-members = £10

Entries (online):   https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stranraerdistrictridingclub/

Anyone unable to enter online, please contact Jane on 07717 758 638.

ENTRIES CLOSE:  12 noon on Thursday 17th July

Approximate times will be posted on S&DRC’s website on 17th July (evening).

(Entries will be accepted on the day at £12 for S&DRC Members / £15 for non-members.)

The event will be run under British Riding Clubs rules.

Website:  stranraer-ridingclub.co.uk 

 

Castle Kennedy Charity Horse Show is organised by the remaining members of the Castle Kennedy Horse Driving Trials committee.  We are grateful to Stranraer & District Riding Club for allowing us to run the Charity Show and Show Jumping events at the Club.

The trophies presented at the Charity Show and Show Jumping events were originally presented at the Castle Kennedy Horse Driving Trials and the events are held in memory of Dr John Calvert. 

TROPHIES:  Due to trophies not being returned in time and some being returned in poor condition and unable to be presented on the day we have regretfully taken the decision that the championship trophies will no longer be able to be taken home by the winners.  Opportunities for winners to take photographs on the day will be available.  Anyone wishing to take one of the other trophies home will be able to do so, on payment of a £40 deposit which will be refunded when the trophy is returned in advance of the next Charity Show.

PHOTOGRAPHS:  Official photographs and video will be taken at this event and may be published on websites, social media or in other publications.  If you do not want your image(s) to be used, please inform the event secretary in advance of the event.

You agree that we may publish your Personal Information as part of the results of the Event and may pass such information to the governing body or any affiliated organisation for the purpose of insurance, licences or for publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events.  Results may include (but not be limited to) name, town, any club affiliation, times and age category.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:  The Organiser of this event has taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present.  For these measures to be effective, everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructions of the organiser and all officials and stewards.

DISCLAIMER:  All vehicles are parked at owners’ risk.  The event organisers do not accept any liability for any accidents, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, riders, spectators, land or any other person or property whatsoever.

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Caledonian Showing Championships

This show is a qualifier for the Caledonian Showing Championships, which is now fully established as the biggest and best way to end Scottish showing season

This year’s show will be held at:   Howe EC, near Ladybank, Fife on 17/18/19 October 2025

Every horse and pony placed 1st in all In hand, Ridden Showing classes (not fun classes) and Working Hunter/Pony classes will qualify to compete in any appropriate class at the Finals. All Champions & Reserves will qualify for the Champion & Reserves Stakes Finals.  Qualification will be from placings, no qualification cards will be awarded in the ring, and no qualification can go down the line. 

All qualified horses and ponies will be listed on the Puddledub Show’s Facebook page and the website https://puddledubshows.weebly.com/  

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JUDGING COMMENCES AT 11 AM in Ring 1.

RING 1     Judge:   Mrs S Thom, Ayr

Class 1     Cob – In Hand – any age.

Class 2     Coloured – Traditional / NativeIn Hand – any age.

Class 3     Coloured – Sports / Plaited – In Hand – any age.

Class 4     Veteran Horse / Pony (16 years or over) – In Hand.

Class 5     Ex Racehorse – In Hand.  Raced or been in training.  Any age.

Class 6     Any other type/breed of Horse/Pony – In Hand (Arab, Friesian, Palomino, etc).  Any age.

Class 7     CobRidden – four years old or over.

SINGLETONS SHATTON SOPHIE MEMORIAL TROPHY for best cob from winners of Classes 1 & 7.

Class 8     Coloured – Traditional / NativeRidden – four years old or over.

Class 9     Coloured – Sports / Plaited – Ridden – four years old or over.

THE ODDBALL SALVER for Best Coloured from winners of Classes 2, 3, 8 and 9.

Class 10   Veteran Horse / Pony (16 years or over)Ridden.

Class 11   Ex Racehorse – Ridden.  Raced or been in training.  Four years old or over.

Class 12   Any other type / breed of Horse / Pony (Arab, Friesian, Palomino, etc) – ridden.  Four years old or over.

Class 13   Riding Horse, mare or gelding, 4 years old or over – ridden.

Class 14   ‘Lightweight’ Hunter, mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, capable of carrying 79.5 kg (12 stone 7 lb) and under.  Small Hunters to be included in this category.

Class 15   ‘Heavyweight’ Hunter, mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, capable of carrying over 79.5 kg (12 stone 7 lb). 

CHAMPIONSHIP – To be judged from 1st prize winners in classes 1 – 15.  Co-Operative Trophy

 

JUDGING COMMENCES AT 11 AM in Ring 2.

RING 2         Judge:  Mrs J Campbell, Newton Stewart

Class 16   Mountain and Moorland Small Breeds – Any age – to be shown in hand.  (Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, Welsh A and B, Eriskay.)

Class 17   Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds – Any age – to be shown in hand.  (Connemara, Dales, Fell, Highland, New Forest, Welsh C & D.)

Class 18   Lead Rein Pony – mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 128 cm (12.2 hh).  Rider 10 years and under.  Snaffle bridle.  Lead rein to be attached to noseband only.

Class 19   First Ridden Pony – mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 128 cm.  Rider 12 years and under.  Snaffle bridle.

Class 20   Mountain and Moorland Small Breeds – to be shown ridden.  (Dartmoor, Exmoor, Shetland, Welsh A and B, Eriskay.)

Class 21   Mountain & Moorland Large Breeds – to be shown ridden.  (Connemara, Dales, Fell, Highland, New Forest, Welsh C & D.)

TERREGLES STUD TROPHY for Best Shetland (Standard or Miniature) (Classes 16 & 20).

Class 22   Show Pony – mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 138 cm (13.2hh).  Rider 14 years and under

Class 23   Show Pony – mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 148 cm (14.2hh).  Rider 16 years and under

Class 24   Ridden Show Hunter Pony – mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 133 cm (13 hh).  Rider 16 years and under. 

Class 25   Ridden Show Hunter Pony – mare or gelding, 4 years old or over, not exceeding 153 cm (15 hh).  Rider 19 years and under. 

 

EMMA McMIKEN TROPHY FOR BEST SHOW AND SHOW HUNTER PONY from winners of classes 18, 19, 22, 23, 24 and 25.

CHAMPIONSHIP – To be judged from 1st prize winners in classes 16-25.  Bill Whitehall Trophy

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JUDGING COMMENCES AT 10.30 AM in Ring 3.

RING 3         Judge:  Mrs G McGlashan, Stranraer

Class 26   Brood Mare with foal at foot or having a foal in 2025 – to be shown in hand.

Class 27   Foal – to be shown in hand.

Class 28   Yearling colt, filly or gelding – to be shown in hand.

Class 29   2 year old colt, filly or gelding – to be shown in hand.

Class 30   3 year old colt, filly or gelding – to be shown in hand.

CKHDT TROPHY for best yearling, two or three year old.

Class 31   Best Turned Out Pony / M&M – in hand or ridden.

Class 32   Best Turned Out Horse – in hand or ridden.

CKHDT TROPHY FOR BEST TURNED OUT – 1st in classes 30 and 31.

Class 33   Ridden Ring Experience – Ponies.  Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over.  Walk and trot only.  Snaffle bit, no spurs or whips.  Class is for ponies / riders that genuinely seek ring experience with no canter go round or in the individual show.  Combinations in this class may only enter additional classes in this section (not Ring 1 or Ring 2 classes).

Class 34   Ridden Ring Experience – Horses.  Mare or gelding, 4 years old or over.  Walk and trot only.  Snaffle bit, no spurs or whips.  Class is for horses / riders that genuinely seek ring experience with no canter go round or in the individual show.  Combinations in this class may only enter additional classes in this section (not Ring 1 or Ring 2 classes).

Class 35   Young Handler – Child 11 years and under.  To be shown in hand.  Pony will require to be led correctly and presented to judge in halt, walk and trot.  Conformation and type of pony is not taken into account, although the pony must be suitable in size and temperament for the handler.  Prizes for all entrants.

Class 36   Young Handler – Child 12 – 16 years old.  To be shown in hand.  Pony will require to be led correctly and presented to judge in halt, walk and trot.  Conformation and type of pony is not taken into account, although the pony must be suitable in size and temperament for the handler.  Prizes for all entrants.

Class 37   Horse and Hound.  Ridden horse/pony, mare or gelding, four years old or over.  Dog to be on the lead and led by a separate person from the rider.  The class will be judged on the pairing of equine and canine.

CHAMPIONSHIP – To be judged from 1st prize winners in classes 26-37.

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SUPREME CHAMPIONSHIP   –   Champion and Reserve from Rings 1, 2 and 3.

PERPETUAL TROPHY – THE DR JOHN CALVERT MEMORIAL TROPHY

 

Classes may clash and will not be held up for competitors in another ring.

Do NOT muck out horseboxes on site.  Take droppings and rubbish home.  Thank you.

 

General Rules

  1. The organisers reserve the right to cancel, amalgamate and divide classes where necessary to facilitate the running of the event.
  2. No refunds will be given, except at the discretion of the organisers.
  3. The Judge’s decision will be final.
  4. INSURANCE: It is mandatory for anyone attending this event to have public liability (3rd party) insurance.  By entering you confirm that you hold appropriate public liability insurance.
  5. Anyone aged 17 years or under must be accompanied by an adult who takes full responsibility for their welfare and actions at all times while on site.
  6. Only those named at time of entry may ride or exhibit horses / ponies at the Show.
  7. It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure that when mounted they are wearing a hard hat conforming to current British Riding Clubs rules.
  8. Anyone using a mobile phone in the ring will be asked to leave immediately.
  9. Horses and Ponies must only be ridden at walk outwith warm-up or rings. Organisers will request the immediate removal of any animal not under control.  Stallions or colts must not be led or ridden by anyone under the age of 14.  Stallions must be identified by a red, white and blue ribbon in the tail.
  10. The ages of horses will be calculated from 1st January in the year in which they were foaled. All horses and ponies shown under saddle to be four years old or over. 
  11. All ponies shown in the Mountain and Moorland classes must be shown in accordance with the breed society’s regulations. The M&M classes are open to registered and non-registered animals.
  12. Exhibitors are required to withdraw from a class if the Judge has an interest in his/her exhibit (owned, trained, kept at livery, ridden in competition, financial interest or similar). This rule does not apply in Ring 3.
  13. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times. Please scoop the poop.
  14. Put rubbish in bins provided and take away horse droppings from the parking area.
  15. Do NOT muck out horseboxes on site. Take droppings home.      Thank you.
  16. Any objections against the awards of the Judges (which on the merits of each exhibit shall be final – see Rule 3), or in regard to any matter connected with the Show, must be lodged in writing, with the Secretary, not later than 12 noon on the day following the Show. Each protest must be accompanied by a deposit of £25, and if not upheld the sum deposited may, at the discretion of the Committee, be forfeited to the Club.  All decisions of the Committee shall be final in determining the outcome.

 

Sponsored by Stranraer Carr’s Billington Country Store

 

 

 

Working Hunter Show

CANCELLED

Dressage Competitions

Stranraer & District Riding Club

DRESSAGE COMPETITIONS 2025

at Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, DG9 8SQ

Thursdays – 22nd May, 19th June.  24th July and 21st August 2025

 

Dressage Schedule 2025 Competitions  Dressage Schedule  – PDF file

Click here for link to online entries. 

 

 

The competitions will be run under British Riding Club Rules.  These are Points League events.

Dress Down Dressage OR Plait and wear competition gear – your choice.

 

Thursday 22nd May 2025

Judge:  Mr Niall Fergusson

Class 1       Intro A (2008)

Class 2       Prelim 1 (2006)

Class 3       Prelim 12 (2005)

Class 4       Novice 24 (2010)

Class 5       Novice 30 (2006)

  Thursday 19th June 2025

Judge: Mrs Anne Keith

Class 1       Intro B (2009)

Class 2       Prelim 2 (2016)

Class 3       Prelim 18 (2002)

Class 4       Novice 27 (2007)

Class 5       Novice 34 (2009)

     
Thursday 24th July 2025

Judge:  Mrs Susan McKie

Class 1       Intro C (2016)

Class 2       Prelim 7 (2002)

Class 3       Prelim 13 (2006)

Class 4       Novice 24 (2010)

Class 5       Novice 28 (2008)

  Thursday 21st August 2025

Judge:  Mrs Lynda Jones-Todd

Class 1       BRC Into 1 (2025)

Class 2       Prelim 2 (2002)

Class 3       Prelim 14 (2006)

Class 4       Novice 27 (2007)

Class 5       Novice 30 (2006)

 

Entries for all classes close at 12 noon on day before competition (Wednesday).

 

Times will be given for dressage classes on the website (stranraer-ridingclub.co.uk) on Wednesday evening prior to competition.

 

Entry Fees     (plus 70p per online order) S&DRC Member Non Member
Dressage test £7.00 £10.00

 

It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure they are wearing hats

(and body protectors, if worn) to the correct standard.

 

  • Riders may wear ordinary riding gear (dress down dressage), and there is no requirement to plait your horse/pony, unless you wish to plait. Riders must not wear hoodies, or any clothing with a hood.

 

  • Riders who wish to plait their horse/pony and abide by BRC dress guidelines will be entered for the new Trophy for best turned out, to be awarded at the AGM.

 

Online entries:   https://buytickets.at/stranraerdistrictridingclub/

 

Event Organiser:   Jill Gilchrist  (07525 070 648)

 

Hunt Cross

STRANRAER AND DISTRICT RIDING CLUB      * * * * *  HUNT CROSS  * * * * *

At Castlefields, Castle Kennedy, Stranraer, DG9 8SQ

Sunday 25th May 2025                 10.30 am START

 

Hunt Cross Schedule 25th May 2025 – PDF file.

Click here for link to online entries.  

 

 

Class Height   Class Height
1A X Poles – Lead Rein – shortened course.   4 70 cm – class split horses and ponies
1B X Poles – Let Loose* – shortened course.   5 80 cm – class split horses and ponies
2 50 cm – class split horses and ponies   6 90 cm – class split horses and ponies
3 60 cm – class split horses and ponies   7 1 m – class split horses and ponies
*  Let Loose – assistance (verbal) on course allowed.  Classes will be split Horses (seniors & juniors) / Ponies (juniors only).  Adults competing on ponies must enter Horse classes.  Juniors:  17 years of age or under.

 

Trophies will be presented to the winners in all classes.      Rosettes 1st – 6th.

 

Entry Fees S&D RC Members Non Members
Classes 1A & 1B – Lead Rein / Let Loose* £6 £8
Classes 2 – 7 £10 £15

 

RULES

  1. This competition is run in accordance with current British Riding Club rules. First Aid cover provided.
  2. The competition consists of showjumps on a cross country course, with no fixed fences. The closest to the optimum time round the course will win.  20 seconds will be added to the time for each knock down.  There will be no more than 12 jumping efforts in each class. 
  3. Excessive speed and/or dangerous riding will result in elimination. Competitors exceeding the time limit or who are eliminated at any jump may be allowed to complete the course at the fence judge’s discretion but must not impede the progress of following competitors.
  4. Competitors may enter up to two consecutive classes. Course to be walked on the day.
  5. Riders when mounted must wear a hard hat which meets the current standards set by BRC. Level 3 body protectors and medical armbands must be worn.  XC colours may be worn (no hoodies).
  6. It is the rider’s responsibility to make sure they comply with the current BRC rules for hats and body protectors. Information at:  https://www.bhs.org.uk/enjoy-riding/british-riding-clubs/brc-downloads
  7. Mobile Phones and watches with a stopwatch type function are not permitted on the course.
  8. Spurs not to be worn by junior members (unless approved for use by a qualified instructor / Pony Club DC).
  9. There will be a £10 refundable deposit charged for numbers ON COLLECTION.

COMPLAINT PROCEDURE:  Any complaint or objection relating to the event must be lodged in writing, including name and address of the sender, with the secretary and accompanied by a fee of £25 by 12 noon on the following day.  The correspondence will be considered by the office bearers and the decision notified in writing to the complainant within 7 days of receipt. 

HEALTH AND SAFETY:  The Organiser of this event has taken reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of everyone present.  For these measures to be effective, everyone must take all reasonable precautions to avoid and prevent accidents occurring and must obey the instructions of the organiser and all officials and stewards.

DISCLAIMER:  All vehicles are parked at owners’ risk.  The BRC / event organisers do not accept any liability for any accidents, loss, damage, injury or illness to horses, owners, riders, spectators, land or any other person or property whatsoever.

INSURANCE:  Please note:  non-members (of a British Riding Club) are not covered by the BRC insurance policy.  It is mandatory for anyone attending this event to have public liability (3rd party) insurance.  Any non-members attending must bring proof of their own public liability insurance.

PHOTOGRAPHS:  Official photographs and video will be taken at this event and may be published on websites, social media or in other publications.  If you do not want your image(s) to be used, please inform the event secretary in advance of the event.

You agree that we may publish your Personal Information as part of the results of the Event and may pass such information to the governing body or any affiliated organisation for the purpose of insurance, licences or for publishing results either for the event alone or combined with or compared to other events.  Results may include (but not be limited to) name, town, any club affiliation, times and age category.

All dogs to be kept on a short lead at all times.  Scoop the poop!

Approximate times will be published on the website on 23rd May (evening):  www.stranraer-ridingclub.co.uk

ENTRIES CLOSE:  Thursday 22nd May           https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stranraerdistrictridingclub/

If you wish to enter by phone, please contact Jane McDowall on 07717 758 638.

Event Organiser:  Julie Pedley  (07712 483 727)

 

Event Dates

Events dates at Castlefields (unless otherwise stated).

Schedules plus training dates to follow.

 

Thursday 22nd May – Dressage Competition (dress down or smart)

Sunday 25th May – Hunt Cross

Sunday 1st June – Working Hunter and Showing Clinic – Cancelled.

Sunday 8th June – Working Hunter Show, incl BHS Scotland qualifier – CANCELLED.

Thursday 19th June – Dressage Competition (dress down or smart)

Saturday 28th June – Show Jumping

Tuesday 1st July – Pole Clinic with Kara Bolik

July  (date TBC) – Group Hack

Saturday 12th July – Show Jumping

Saturday 19th July – Charity Show

Thursday 24th July – Dressage Competition (dress down or smart)

Wednesday 30th July – Stranraer Show – Show Jumping

Wednesday 13th August – Games Evening

Sat 16 & Sun 17 August – Day Camp (Saturday and Sunday)

Thursday 21st August – Dressage Competition (dress down or smart)

Sunday 31st August – Charity Show Jumping

2024 Points League Winners

DRESSAGE

Junior Intro – Cara Dabner and Cosmix Astex

Senior Intro – Joint winners – Lisa Warner and Miss Tallulah and Gillian Kirkpatrick and Iris

Novice – Ali Yellowlees and Vladimir D

 

SHOW JUMPING

80 cm Horses – Liz Foulds and Joey

90 cm Ponies – Joanne McNeil and Johnny

90 cm Horses – Dawn McKie and Killeany Fred

1 m Horses  – Julie Pedley and Tarlum Cruz

1.05 m Open  – Julie Pedley and Tarlum Cruz

 

The Eric McColm Memorial Salver for person who has helped the club most during the year was presented to Jim Pedley.

The new Quaich for Best Turned Out was presented to Julie Pedley.

 

Quiz Night

CLICK HERE for link to online booking.