Application form for 2012 now available to download. Katherine Edridge on her horse, The Bolero Kid and Lancashire group member, Carolyn Cummings with Peterbrook Sunset Surprise were delighted with their embroidered rugs for winning the 2011 series.
Please note that the photo features my three closest loved ones, (except daughter, son and grandson)! Sun Diva (Geri), husband and rider, in that order.
This is effectively a local membership scheme suitable for those who do not wish to be fully paid-up members of Endurance GB. It is a good way for those new to endurance riding to gain experience at training and pleasure rides without having to commit to full membership of EGB and registration of the horse. For an annual fee 20.00 pounds sole or 24.00 pounds for a family, half year 10.00 pounds sole or 12.00 pounds for a family (one parent + 2 living at the same address).
The final results for this seasons 4 for the North competition were announced at the Northumberland & Tynesides Endurance GB annual awards evening on the 14th December.
This competition has two classes each class having ten eligible rides throughout the North of England during the whole season. Points are awarded, based on the horses speed, final heart rate and distance, for each ride and the horses best four results of the season used to decide the winners.
The Northumberland and Tyneside Endurance GB Group held their awards night at the Dissington Hall, Wednesday 14th December. The venue provided an excellent meal and facilities. Regular group sponsor, Graham Knight of Classic Uph. & FOAM of Haltwhistle was invited to present the trophies.
Hannah Shotton and Robert Newall represented the Northumberland & Tyneside Group of Endurance Great Britain at the 2011 Royalties Ride, near Boston in South Lincolnshire, organised by Tracy Dutton.
I was fortunate to have the opportunity to hire a horse from Jack Begaud to compete at Compiegne in Northern France. The horse I was offered was called Niaouly, he was fantastic, much larger than I am used to riding and Jack took one look at me and said we will change the bit. This did not immediately inspire me with confidence but I had the opportunity to ride him for an hour the Saturday morning before the ride on the Sunday. I was pleased I had taken my own stirrups and found him very comfortable.
Endurance GB The Competitive Long Distance Horse Riding Society for England and Wales EnduranceGB Northumberland &Tyneside Group
Endurance GB The Competitive Long Distance Horse Riding Society for England and Wales
"Our mission is to promote and enhance the sport of Endurance (Competitive Long Distance) Riding within the United Kingdom, by providing competition, training and development opportunities that will appeal to all levels of rider from beginner to world class winner"
