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NEWS & EVENTS |
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In addition to our riding activities, we also organise a range
of social activities for our members such as regular pub
nights, a summer picnic in
St. James Park, visits to stables (in 2006 we went to see the
Metropolitan Police horses, and in 2007 the Royal Mews at
Buckingham Palace), trips to horsey events such as Olympia and
Badminton, etc. etc. These events are a great way to get to know
other members, especially if you don't ride regularly. |
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Latest
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The Annual Summer
Picnic - 25 July 2008 |
This year we had
the weather on our side with skies clearing just in time for the
picnic to start in St. James's Park. Friends and family
joined us to enjoy some lovely food, strawberries, champagne and
not the least a glass of Nancy's memorable Pimm's!
Once the sun started to set we moved on to the Royal Mews by
kind invitation of Janet Bernard-Brown for a cup of tea, home
made cake and a fascinating insight into the life at the Mews.
Altogether a lovely evening and we are already looking forward
to next year! |
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Calendar of Events |
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July |
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6 July |
Training for
Summer Show - Flatwork I (Novice). Flemish Farm at
10.30 am, £28, book through civilserviceridingclub@hotmail.co.uk. |
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NEW DATE:
8 July |
Pub night at
Tattersalls Tavern - our usual night at at Tattersalls Tavern, Knightsbridge Green, from 7.30
onwards. The main topic of conversation is of course horses, but
occasionally we do move on to other subjects! If it is your
first time email our Club secretary,
Sally Thatcher, and she will watch out for
you.
Twice yearly we aim
to hold the pub night within the confines of the Barracks where
all members are welcome to come along to watch the lessons and
have a drink with the soldiers. Dates TBC. |
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12 July |
Dressage display at Vauxhall City Farm - Display by a
rider who learnt to ride at Vauxhall and is now aiming for the
2012 Olympics. Four individual lessons will be held
afterwards. The display costs £5 and the lessons £60. For
more details and bookings please contact Vauxhall at 020 7582
4204. |
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13 July |
Training for Summer Show -
Novice Jumping (for inexperienced and out of practice).
Flemish Farm at 10.30 am, £28, book through
civilserviceridingclub@hotmail.co.uk. |
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20 July |
Training for
Summer Show - Flatwork II (Intermediate). Flemish Farm
at 10.30 am, £28, book through civilserviceridingclub@hotmail.co.uk. |
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August |
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3 August |
Summer Show and BBQ at Flemish Farm! Fun competitions for
all our members. Different ridden and non-ridden events to
suit everyone, followed by BBQ. We would like to get as
many members involved as possible!
Click here for
the schedule. When you have decided to join in the fun you
can download the
entry form!
Details are also listed on our
competitions page.
There are training sessions scheduled at Flemish Farm on Sunday
mornings during the summer, see events in June and July. |
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30-31 Aug |
Possible trip to Gatcombe International Horse Trials - a major 2
day event in Gloucestershire. |
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September |
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2
September
TBC |
Pub night at
Tattersalls Tavern - On the first Tuesday of every month we
meet at Tattersalls Tavern, Knightsbridge Green, from 7.30
onwards. The main topic of conversation is of course horses, but
occasionally we do move on to other subjects! If it is your
first time email our Club secretary,
Sally Thatcher, and she will watch out for
you.
Twice yearly we aim
to hold the pub night within the confines of the Barracks where
all members are welcome to come along to watch the lessons and
have a drink with the soldiers. Dates TBC. |
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Date TBC |
Anniversary Drinks - Following on from the success of our 70th
anniversary drinks we will be arranging another drinks party
this year. |
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4-7 Sept |
Possible
trip to Burghley Horse Trials - one of the worlds major
horse trial events. Lincs. Cost approx £20. |
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Sept/Oct |
BBC/CSRC
Jumping Competition - fun jumping competition between BBC
and CSRC at Trent Park for all abilities. You can jump either
23, 26 or 29. |
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October |
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25 October |
Lucy
Oldfield Competition - Novice dressage competition at Trent
Park. Perfect for anyone who has never competed before. |
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Late Oct |
Polo
Competition & BBQ - Fun competition to see who wins the most
chukkas followed by traditional Argentinean BBQ. Players of all
levels and spectators/family are very welcome |
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November |
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9 November |
Brendan
Byrne Dressage Competition - Dressage competition at
Littlebourne farm for intermediate and advanced riders. |
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December |
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Mid Dec |
Trip to Olympia
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See top
class show jumping or dressage. Costs usually between £20-£30. |