Both the sun and the competitors shone brightly at Newlands Corner Riding Club field on Sunday 20 June.

The friendly atmosphere and range of classes attracted a wide range of entrants from all over the area, many of whom praised the organisation of the show and appreciated the opportunity to take part in an event that offered something for everyone.

Sue Brougham, a long-standing member of the riding club, said: “It’s a great place to bring horses for a relaxed outing. The nice thing about Newlands Corner Riding Club is the friendliness, helpfulness and the family atmosphere. There is a complete range of horses and riders and everyone enjoys these events.”

Tony Whipps, eventer, trainer and respected member of the local equestrian community, judged the showing classes and also complimented Newlands Corner on its show. “It’s a good place for people to learn and be given advice about turnout and attire before moving on to higher levels. They can come and learn from supportive judges and other competitors. It’s also an excellent opportunity to bring young horses to begin their education and gain experience at shows like this,” he said.

The winners
Minimus jumping juniors
Francesca Jobson, who is eight-years-old won this section with Elis, her nine-year-old pony that she has owned for six months. “I am just getting used to him at the moment – he is a bit lively! He bombed off at first and my sister helped me, then she fell over a fence so it was quite a surprise to win! I think Elis might be more of a dressage horse.”

Georgina Jobson, her older sister won the Novice Jumping (Juniors) with her pony Millie – so it was a successful outing for the family who had travelled from Hook. Dad Matt Jobson said “We searched everywhere for a show which had 1’6” and 1’9” classes for Francesca to start with and not many places offer that, so she was so excited to come here today. It’s good to come to a show which has something for everyone.”

Minimus jumping seniors
Danielle Bruton and her 17-year-old, 16hh chestnut, Lenamore Cossack won this class, came second in the beginners’ jumping class and also completed a clear round. Danielle, who has owned Lenamore Cossack for six years, says: “He mainly does dressage and is starting his jumping career late in life but he loves it! He is really getting his confidence now and we are hoping to move up a bit with our jumping. His next outing is the team dressage when we will be representing Newlands Corner Riding club at Elementary and Medium level.”

Beginners’ jumping: juniors
Hannah Medland and her youngster, Foley won this, the 1’9” and the 2’3” class. Foley is a distinctive six-year-old strawberry roan blanket appaloosa and was only backed last year. “This is only my second ever show with him as we couldn’t compete with him for a while after I got him. My friends thought I was mad getting such a young horse but we just get on really well.” Mum, Angela Medland, who has been a member of Newlands Corner Riding Club for several years, was thrilled that Foley and Hannah had just ‘clicked’ and said, “We’ve had such a lovely day.”

Beginners’ jumping: seniors
David Searl won this class with Nye Tyson who is 14.1hh and is 10-years-old. Jenny Dodds owns Nye Tyson and has had him since he was nearly four. “He came to me as a ride and drive but now he does a bit of everything really!”

Jenny Dodds has been a member of Newlands Corner Riding Club since at least 1967 and reckons she must be the oldest competing member at the moment! At 71-years-old, she says: “You just keep going, you don’t stop! Newlands Corner is a friendly riding club and I can hack here for shows. There’s always a good assortment of events going on.”

David Searl also went on to win the Very Novice Jumping on Nye Tyson and came second with Bronwyn, so it was a jolly successful day for him!

Showing classes: NCRC fun class
Keen Newlands Corner team member, Caroline Brougham and the 15hh, four-year-old Gunner were the winners in the first showing class of the day. “This is his first show under saddle – we have had him four months. He seems to have shrunk a bit since we bought him but he’s very sweet natured and easy to do.” She is hoping to do a prelim dressage test in a couple of months and may try a tiny hunter trial course before the end of the year.

Showing classes: Riding club horse or pony
Pam Quinnell and Ballyshiel Thomas (Tommy to his friends) were winners of this class. He is 12-years-old and a very handsome 16.3hh skewbald. She says: “We have had him since he was eight and we will have him for life!” He does riding club dressage with Pam and jumps with her daughter, and also hacks with her husband at weekends – what a great all-rounder!

Showing classes: In-hand showing
Nicola Kennard and her 12-year-old, 15.3hh, stunning grey horse, Castlemoon Rebel were victorious in this class. She has owned him for nine years and he is by Huntingfield Rebel and Castleduff Silver. Nicola has been a member of Newlands Corner Riding Club for three years and represents the team at dressage and has been very successful at dressage to music. “The club has such a nice, friendly, welcoming atmosphere and it’s always lovely to do things with the teams and try something new.” Her daughter can’t wait to join, as soon as she is old enough, she adds.

Showing classes: Veteran horse and pony
The winners were Catherine Carter from Shamley Green and Guinness who is still looking amazing at 21-years-old. He is an Irish draught by Cloverhill. She has owned him for 11 years and says he does “everything”. They also came second in the Novice jumping and, after their success, Catherine said she was hoping to join the riding club as soon as possible!

To read the full results and view photos from the event, please see below.

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Full results
* Denotes NCRC member

Class 1: Minimus jumping
Seniors
1st: Danielle Bruton* and Lenamore Cossack
2nd: Angela Rundle* and Silver shadow

Juniors
1st: Francesca Jodson and Millie

Class 2: Beginner’s jumping
Seniors
1st: Davis Searl* and Nye Tyson
2nd: Danielle Bruton* and Lenamore Cossack

Juniors
1st: Hannah Medland and Foley
2nd: Emma Kershaw and Elegance

Class 3: Very Novice jumping
Seniors
1st: Davis Searl* and Nye Tyson
2nd: David Searl* and Bronwyn
3rd: Louise Curtus and Kilnhanger Sam
4th: Susan Golding* and Bertie
5th: Emma Hill and Flossie
6th: Susan Payne and Garrison Jim

Juniors
1st: Hannah Medland and Foley

Class 4: Novice jumping
Seniors
1st: Elaine Lee and Charlie Brown
2nd: Catherine Carter and Guiness
3rd: Joanne Archer* and Cuba
4th: Louise Curtus and Kilnhanger Sam
5th: Emma Hill and Flossie
6th: Kim Carey* and Leo

Juniors
1st: Georgina Jodson and Millie
2nd: Chloe Lovatt and Teddy

Class 5: Intermediate jumping
1st: Jenny Boakes and Fergal
2nd: Elaine Lee and Charlie Brown
3rd: Ian Carey* and Mac
4th: Caroline Brougham* and Prince
5th: Lynn Roberts and Kilnghanger Ladies Man
6th: Matthew Warne and Ruby

Class 6: Pairs Relay
1st: Jenny Boakes with Fergal and Georgina Banks with Millie
2nd: Chloe Lovatt with Teddy and Matthew Warne and Ruby

Class 8: NCRC Fun class
1st: Caroline Brougham* and Gunner
2nd: Helen Blakely and Christmas Bonus
3rd: Janet Merrall* and Clarisa
4th: Joe Payne and Whizz
5th: Maria Chapman* and Poppy
6th: Alex Franks and Yanna

Class 9: Riding Club Horse or Pony
1st: Pam Quinell and Tommy
2nd: Emma Trace* and Robertstown Badger
3rd: Ann Scott* and Medlock
4th: Janet Read* and King Midas
5th: Matthew Warne and Ruby
6th: Erin Scott and Megan’s Bay

Class 10: In-hand Showing
1st: Nicola Kennard* and Castlemoon Rebel
2nd: Sylvia Laney* and Serena
3rd: Caroline Brougham* and Gunner
4th: Alison Warne* and Ruby
5th: Maria Chapman* and poppy
6th: Kate Fitzpatrick* and Muffin

Class 11: Veteran Horse or Pony
1st: Catherine Carter and Guiness
2nd: Alison Dornan and Starbucks
3rd: Maria Chapman* and poppy

Class 12: Riding Horse
1st: Katy Jones and Fran
2nd: Pammy Nixon and Hurstwood Oliver
3rd: Kirstie Hurst and Rika’s Freelander
4th: Vicki Yellowley and Whisper
5th: Alison Dornan and Starbucks

Class 13: Ridden Hunter
1st: Pam Quinell and Tommy
2nd: Pammy Nixon and Hurstwood Oliver
3rd: Nichol Dew* and Albury’s Lonesome Dove
4th: Emma Trace* and Robertstown Badger
5th: Janet Read* and King Midas