Shows & Other Events ........
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LEAGUES
There are several Leagues that as a Member of the Faversham & District you can compete in and collect points for yourself and sometimes for the Club as well.
Click on the ones you are interested in for full details.
They are:
The Redhorse Dressage FDRC Points League
BRC Volunteers League
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A NON-FOOD CROPS TOUR - SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT
on Fri 23rd July starting at 6.30 pm at Gosmere Farm, Newhouse Lane, Sheldwich
A Members and Family Only Event
Farm walk to show and highlight some of the speciality oil crops being grown at Lees Court.
The Estate has been growing speciality oil crops since 2004 and has been accredited as being world leaders in growing echium which contains a sustainable source of Stearidonic Acid.
They are also trialling a variety of crops which we will see in the 'research' stage in the polytunnel and some out in trial plots in the fields.
The tour will last approximately 1 to 1.5 hour and we will be walking between the fields. Dogs are welcome, but please bring the necessary 'poo bags' as these are crops destined for pharmaceutical uses (and also water).
This is a free social event, but please RSVP Elizabeth Roberts so that we know how many people to expect.
Please wear sensible footwear for walking across fields and if it is raining ... please bring a coat!
If members wish to have a drink or eat out after, there are two pubs within a short drive - The Rose and Crown at Perry Wood (Dog Friendly) and The White Lion at Selling. Members to make their own bookings.
VENUE: Gosmere Farms, Lees Court Estate, Newhouse Lane, Sheldwich ME13 9QT
What3words: cookbooks.ramp.router
keeping to the left, follow the farm drive down to the grain stores
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NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP WITH WAYNE BUSHNELL
Saturday 31st July
at Mockbeggar , Rhodes Minnis, CT4 6XY.
One to one sessions with Wayne to help you and your horse get the most out of your partnership.
The last one in May was very popular
Places very limited.
£ FDRC Members £65
Non-FDRC Members £70
Spectators/Audit the clinic £5/person
Booking via https://clubentries.com/favershamrc/
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FDRC SUMMER BBQ at Rose Cottage, Stelling Minnis CT4 6BE
SUNDAY 1st AUGUST
The FDRC Committee has arranged for an on-foot social BBQ for Sunday, 1st August at Rose Cottage, Stelling Minnis.
This event is being subsidised by the Club and tickets are just £5 each.
Open to club members and spouses/children.
Tickets limited to 30 people due to both covid guidelines and the space available.
The wonderful Yvonne Hursey is our chef for the afternoon.
From 2.30pm with food being served from 3pm with the evening drawing to a close at around 5pm.
Soft Drinks will be provided, and feel free to bring your own alcoholic beverages.
There will be some seating available (bales) but please bring chairs or blankets to sit on.
Tickets can be purchased from www.clubentries.com/faveshamrc
Or ring Sally on 01622851807if you don’t do online purchases.
Please let us know if you require a vegetarian option or have any other dietary requirements (allergies).
Sadly, due to our own dogs being on-site, no dogs allowed within the property.
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POLEWORK/GYMNASTICS FOR YOUR HORSE with Caroline Hadris
on August 7th 2021
At Triple H Equestrian, Stone Street, Stelling Minnis CT4
To help your horse become a willing, supple athlete by using poles and simple lateral work/exercises. Will also help build confidence and horse/rider partnership within a safe environment under the expert tuition of Caroline Hadris
1 hour session for groups of 3 or 4 (depending on uptake)
Members £15.00
Non members £18 by prior arrangement with Elizabeth Roberts, as priority will be given to members.
Booking in advance via www.clubentries.com/faversham
Venue. 20x60m arena with mirrors
Easy access off Stone Street, between Stelling Minnis and Petham.
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VERSATILE TREC HORSE COMPETITION on August 22nd
at Willow Farm EC, Hansletts Lane, Faversham ME13 0RS
SCHEDULE
ALL PHASES ON GRASS - Open to all - Entries via https://clubentries.com/favershamrc/
WHAT IS VERSATILE TREC??
Versatile TREC Horse was created to introduce riders to TREC.
VTH is a three phase competition with set riding times but without the orienteering included in full TREC. It is something just a bit different to do with your horse.
Phase 1. Obedience Test - Ridden in a 20 x 40 arena with the emphasis is on accuracy and obedience of the horse. The test might include movements such as rein back and immobility. Marks out of 10 are given for each movement . Tests may be on grass or a surface and are usually printed in the schedule and may be read.
Phase 2. Control of Paces (MA) in this phase the horse & rider canters/trots as slowly as possible along a 2m wide marked track which may or may not be straight. Then walks back as fast as they can without breaking pace or stepping outside the track. This phase is scored on a sliding scale according to time taken.
Phase 3. Obstacle Course (PTV) In this phase there is a course of 10-16 obstacles that simulate things you might find out hacking - e.g. gate, narrow path, stile. Each obstacle has a maximum of 10 points. You may decline to do any obstacle or phase without being eliminated – you just get 0 for that obstacle or section as long as you inform the judge.
Dress code for VTH is casual but you must wear suitable boots for riding with a heel and a hat that complies with current BRC / TREC GB standards.
VTH Competitions are a friendly and fun one day competition with the emphasis on encouraging newcomers as well as giving experienced riders a good test of their skills. There are classes for Starters and Novice, Intermediate and Open. Why not give it a try?
If you are a SE TREC Member - This competition will go towards the S E TREC League for the Beryl Hare Trophy.
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SOCIAL RIDE ROUND GODMERSHAM PARK on 28th August
MEMBERS ONLY - spaced limited
Please book your place with Elizabeth Roberts, fee of £5 to the club Payable via (please pay once your place has been confirmed) Ride around Godmersham Park by kind permission of Mrs Sunley and Lamb Equestrian. 12.30pm.
We will ride around the park and weather permitting finish for a paddle in the river (this is not to be used as a schooling exercise for unwilling horses as we have to preserve the bank)
Please be ready to ride at 12.30. Parking will be available from 12 NOT BEFORE.
Postcode CT4 7DT.
If approaching from Canterbury DO NOT take the first right to Godmersham at the cross road, there is a narrow and weak bridge not suitable for lorries. Instead take your second right to the church. At the top of the hill the road bears right, take the drive straight ahead with open black gates signed private road to Deer Lodge. Stay on the tarmac drive until you see the cottage and yard keeping the mansion and Paddocks on your right.
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POLEWORK/GYMNASTICS FOR YOUR HORSE
on Sept 4th 2021
At Triple H Equestrian, Stone Street, Stelling Minnis CT4
To help your horse become a willing, supple athlete by using poles and simple lateral work/exercises. Will also help build confidence and horse/rider partnership within a safe environment under the expert tuition of Caroline Hadris
1 hour session for groups of 3 or 4 (depending on uptake)
Members £15.00
Non members £18 by prior arrangement with Elizabeth Roberts, as priority will be given to members.
Booking in advance via www.clubentries.com/faversham
Venue. 20x60m arena with mirrors
Easy access off Stone Street, between Stelling Minnis and Petham.
What3words: entire.sparrows.hints
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HORSE AGILITY / TREC with Jo Carroll
on 10th October 2021 at Mockbeggar Farm, Rhodes Minnis, CT4 6XY.
A fun clinic for everyone - all ages, shapes and sizes of horses and riders welcome.
This clinic will help both horse and rider with confidence and socialisation; and can be done in-hand or under saddle. Will also help with spooky horses and teaching to them to cope with unusual sights and scenes.
Working in small groups (Max 5), you will be learning how to tackle challenges, ranging from crossing a tarpaulin and footbridge, and going through streamers, to negotiating complicated pole-based obstacles.
There will then be a small competition at the end of each group (fastest clear round wins)
£20 for Members & £25 for Non Members. Spectators £5
Current Covid Guidelines will be in place - and notifications of any changes emailed out to all those entered. Entry via Clubentries.com/favershamrc
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FDRC COMPANION & FUN DOG SHOW at Kemsley Village Hall on Nov 13th 2021 (TBC)
Our annual indoor show for your other four legged friends.
This is a Kennel Club affiliated Companion Dog Show and we welcome dogs of all shapes and sizes.
Classes for Pedigree & Novelty each with their own Championship.
There will be refreshments & home made cakes on sale
Looking forward to seeing you there
SCHEDULE OUT SOON