HAWORTH AND OXENHOPE DISTRICT BRIDLEWAYS GROUP
www.hodbg.org MARCH 2006
SPRING IS NEARLY HERE - THE LONG DRAG OF WINTER IS NEARLY OVER. NOT LONG UNTIL WE CHANGE THE CLOCKS!!!!!
PAST EVENTS
Our January meeting was Pilates for Horse riders by Teresa Calder. Pilates is a unique system of body conditioning that stretches and strengthens the core muscles. We all had a chance to have our posture assessed. Teresa runs courses of 6 lessons which costs £51 for 6 lessons. Call Teresa on 07751 392462 for details.
Julie and Kate from Crossgates Homeopathic Practice came in Febuary to talk to us about homeopathic remedies for horses. Everyone that came received a free introductory pack which contained a sample of Arnica which can be used for the treatment of bruises on horses and humans. They also talked about their diagnostic techniques, including the hair testing process to develop a specific remedy for your horse.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
On March 21st we have arranged for an evening of side saddle information from Janet Senior, Chairman of the Yorkshire Area of the Side Saddle Association. Janet will bring side saddles and turnout and talk about the art of riding side saddle.
In April we have planned for the current UK Le Trec Champions Elaine Greenwood and Carolyn Hird-Rogers to talk to us about Le Trec and their experiences. We will be treated to a slide show and general information with a question and answer session.
For the May meeting, we are hoping to have a representative from The Fell Pony society to talk to us.
BRIDLEWAYS NEWS
Bridleway Report by Gill Hill
The Pegasus Horse Crossing at the Junction of the Cullingworth turn off on Halifax Road at the Keighley end of Denholme (the former Five Flags junction) is progressing rapidly. This crossing completes the structural part of the new Pennine Bridleway Feeder Route. The next stage is signage of the route then a grand opening this summer. Watch this space as the Rights Of Way dept. at Brad Met wants our Group to be involved with the grand opening. The R O W dept. have been working hard to get this route up and running, upgrading former ‘grey’ areas to full bridleway status i.e. Stones Moor, and improving other parts along the way such as Hallas Bridge which now has new kicking boards and a wider space for manoeuvring large horses.
Isle Lane is all but complete, just the final legal bit is crawling on at the usual snails pace, as is route 206 in Oxenhope. This ‘non’ information is just to let you all know that your committee is keeping on top of progress, rather like a terrier worrying a rat. Your committee relies on you to let us know of any problems you encounter while out and about on your horses and ponies. I tend to collect any information together to forward to Brad Met but all your committee are bridleways officers, so just contact whoever you like and the information will be forwarded to either myself or Pat Greenwood who has this wonderful relationship with the Waterboard, who control much of our moorland.
The Middle gate on Deanfields has been broken (again), this has been reported and it has been suggested that a hunting catch is fitted instead.
The lighter nights are just around the corner and we will all be out and about more also the monthly pleasure rides will be starting up, make sure you have your ‘Ride for miles’ card ready. See Fiona if you haven’t got one yet.
RIDE FOR MILES
The first Ride for Miles ride will be Jane’s Spring Ride on Sunday 23rd April with the usual long or short options. The short ride option will be different this year and will incorporate the new bridleway over Hewenden Viaduct. The ride will start between 10.30 and 11am from Jane’s at Manywells, Cullingworth. Give Jane a call if you need directions.
DRESSAGE LEAGUE
Our first Dressage League Competition will be on 25th March at Highfield House Farm starting at 10am. Laura Brennan will be the judge. Entry forms are available online, from Vanessa or at the monthly meeting - £5 per test open to members only. Points will be awarded for those placed from 1st to 5th. In addition, points are also awarded for attendance (regardless of placing) Rosettes will be awarded to ALL juniors. This competition is open to unaffiliated horses only. Any horse which has ever competed at affiliated level is not eligible. Complete laminated sets of all the tests we hold will be available at the March meeting for £1.50 or 50p per test.
HUNTER TRIAL
Our popular Annual Hunter Trial will be taking place on 21st May 2006. Due to the huge success of last years competition, we will be once again be holding it at Craven Country Ride, by very kind permission of David Coates. The classes will be the usual
Novice up to 2`
Open up to 2`9”
Pairs either course
The Novice class will have a section for juniors who all receive a rosette for “having a go”
The course will be approximately 20 jumps set over 1.5 miles. Jumps will be designed to be inviting to horse and rider.
Entries are £10 members and £15 nonmembers
Horse Pics will be attending, BUT, more importantly, Jane will be doing the catering – Hurray!!!
Entry forms will be available online, at the monthly meeting or from Fiona.
We would like to hear from anyone who would be interested in helping out in any capacity at this event. We will need stewards, runners and jump judges. Please contact Fiona if you can spare even an hour or two it would be very much apprieciated.
MEMBERSHIP
Just a little reminder that your annual subs are overdue! Subs are fantastic value at £6 for adults, £4 for juniors and £10 for a whole family. You can either pay at the monthly meeting or send to Margaret O’Neil, The Briggs, Providence Lane, Oakworth, West Yorkshire, BD22 7QR. This will be the last letter you will receive if you do not wish to renew your membership.
JUNIOR NEWS
Some of our juniors are heading down to Sheffield to watch the British Open Showjumping Championships.
Janice is hoping to organise a Dressage Practice Day before the Competition. Give her a ring to let her know if you are interested.
RIGHTS OF WAY MEETING
The next Rights of Way meeting will be attended by Jane Benson who is the Rights of Way Officer for Bradford Council. It will be held on 4th April, 8pm at Pats House. Give Pat a call if you require any more details.
CLASSIFIED
If you have anything that you wish to advertise in our newsletter please contact Clare 01535 664033 cvsnowden@totalise.co.uk
Your adverts will also appear on our website
Full Livery Available in Oldfield
A vacancy has become available at a small, friendly family run yard in Oldfield.
All year turnout, excellent access to local bridleways, full size floodlit ménage, horse solarium call Pip for details
01535 646911 mbl 07887 550159
Pendle Forest and Craven Hunt Ride
This is planned for early April around the Gisburn area with optional jumps. There will be loads of parking at the auction mart.
More details to follow on our website
HODBG COMMITTEE 2006
Chairman and Cross Country Organiser
Fiona Tiley 01535 648656
f.tiley@hotmail.com
Secretary
Jane Atkinson 01535 274038
bridlewaysec@tiscali.co.uk
Treasurer
Margaret O’Neill 01535 642145
Bridleways officer
Pat Greenwood 01535 643402
Dressage Organiser
Vanessa McCormack 07718 756130
Newsletter
Clare Snowden 01535 664033
cvsnowden@totalise.co.uk
Juniors and Welfare
Janice Bond 01535 644321
no1.bond@blueyonder.co.uk
Junior Rep
Jason Bond 01535 644321
no1.bond@blueyonder.co.uk
Junior Rep
Robert Hudson 07903 523955
Raffle and Deputy Show organiser
Linda Hargraves
Senior Bridleways Officer and Show
Organiser
Gill Hill 01535 644868
Gillian.hill@blueyonder.co.uk
Raffle and Deputy Cross Country organiser
Angela Pell 01535 646962
Lisa Leddicoate 01535 656856
Webmaster
Peter Tiley 01535 648656