HORSES MOUTH LIGHT CAVALRY HAC HELLOS AND GOODBYES

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LIGHT CAVALRY HAC HORSES MOUTH J U L Y 2 0 1 3 HELLOS AND GOODBYES This month we say goodbye to two of our horses, Sam and Wykeham.

Wykeham will be having a much quieter life with his mum Alison Anderson in Eton Wick. We will of course miss both of them.

1 LIGHT CAVALRY HAC HORSES MOUTH J U L Y HELLOS AND GOODBYES This month we say goodbye to two of our horses, Sam and Wykeham. Sam has gone to Bedforshire to live with his mum, Julie Percival, who was driving from Bedfordshire to Windsor each time she rode. Wykeham will be having a much quieter life with his mum Alison Anderson in Eton Wick. We will of course miss both of them. We thank them for all their hard work during their time with us and we thank Julie and Alison for having them on working livery, which enabled so many supporting riders to enjoy them. We then say Hello to Zorro who is a very handsome 9 year old 16.1hh dark bay who has fitted in very well so far. He is going through the trial period at the moment and has passed being ridden in the school, jumping and hacking with flying colours so far. We have a feeling he is going to be a very popular boy! The new boy Zorro

Annual Inspection - 9th June 2013 On Sunday 9th June the Light Cavalry held their Annual Inspection.

There were quite a few new horses and riders on parade this year and we are pleased to say that they all

We would like to say a massive thank you to all our supporting riders that helped on the day, they were

Horse Trust Open Day - 16th June 2013 Due to our close connection with the Horse Trust we took Freddie and

2 Annual Inspection - 9th June 2013 On Sunday 9th June the Light Cavalry held their Annual Inspection. Thankfully the weather was spot on for this event. There were quite a few new horses and riders on parade this year and we are pleased to say that they all passed with flying colours. It was one of the best Inspections to date. We would like to say a massive thank you to all our supporting riders that helped on the day, they were amazing. Horse Trust Open Day - 16th June 2013 Due to our close connection with the Horse Trust we took Freddie and Leo to their open day to do a Tent Pegging Demonstration. Catherine and Gareth were on top form and only missed two pegs in the whole demonstration. Freddie and Leo were very spoilt by the public and enjoyed all the fuss. Once again huge thanks go to the Supporting Riders that came along and helped out on the day.

Light Cavalry Annual Dinner Thursday 18th July 2013 Armoury House 7.00-7.

3 Light Cavalry Annual Dinner Thursday 18th July 2013 Armoury House pm Black Tie 40 per person This is a great evening held in the amazing surroundings of Armoury House with a 3 course meal, wine and port. You will also get to see what people look like out of jodphurs and without hat hair!! The Long Room at Armoury House. To book please or phone the yard with the amount of tickets you would like to book. Payment in advance will be required. Closing date is the 8th July John Palmer and Pyramid Trophy Show This is an HAC Saddle Club show held at Flemish Farm on Sunday 28 July, but is open to Supporting Riders who compete for the OC s Trophy and the Shirley Trophy. Class 1 Prelim Class 2 Pyramid Trophy/OC s Trophy Prelim Class 3 Clear Round 2ft3 Class 4 John Palmer/ Shirley Trophy 3ft Entry fee 12 per class Start time 9.00am Closing date 20th July 2013 To enter haclc@aol.com or ring

Legoland Traffic If you are coming from London on the M4 during the summer months and school holidays, getting to Flemish farm can be a bit of a nightmare due to Legoland.

4 Legoland Traffic If you are coming from London on the M4 during the summer months and school holidays, getting to Flemish farm can be a bit of a nightmare due to Legoland. The traffic can very easily back up from J6 to J5 and crawl all the way, not what you want when you have planned a leisurely day with horses! If you come off the M4 at J5 and follow the signs to Datchet, (2nd exit at the roundabout) then old Windsor and then Windsor this will cut out all of that traffic. There is also a rather nice pub in Datchet called the Royal Stag! Hope this helps.

5 Dates For the Diary SR LIGHT CAVALRY SUPPORTING RIDERS HACSC HAC SADDLE CLUB MEMBERS LC LIGHT CAVALRY CSRC CIVIL SERVICE RIDING CLUB MEMBERS DATE EVENT LOCATION PARTICIPANTS THUR 18 TH JULY ANNUAL DINNER ARMOURY HOUSE EVERYONE WELCOME TO THE EVENT SUN 28 TH JULY JOHN PALMER AND PYRAMID TROPHY SHOW FLEMISH FARM HACSC, SR SUN 4 TH AUG CSRC SUMMER SHOW FLEMISH FARM CSRC 5 TH /19 TH AUG CLOSED FOR SUMMER HOLIDAYS FLEMISH FARM 12 TH /15 TH SEPT MUSICAL RIDE BLENHEIM 3 DAY EVENT EVERYONE LC EVERYONE WELCOME TO THE EVENT TBC CADET QUALIFIERS FLEMISH FARM CCF S SAT 26TH OCT SAT 9 TH NOV SAT 30th NOV UNIFORMED SERVICES SHOW LORD MAYORS PARADE UNIFORMED SERVICES SHOW 4 TH /8 TH DEC BRITISH MILITARY TOURNAMENT LONDON KINGS TROOP WOOLWICH EARLS COURT NOTE: THE USS HAS BEEN MOVED TO 30TH NOVEMBER LC LC EVERYONE WELCOME TO WATCH LC EVERYONE WELCOME TO WATCH SAT 14 TH DEC LC XMAS DINNER ARMOURY HOUSE EVERYONE WELCOME SUN 22 ND DEC LC XMAS SHOW FLEMISH FARM SR. LC. HACSC. 23 RD /27 TH DEC CLOSED FOR XMAS HOLIDAYS FLEMISH FARM EVERYONE As you can see we have plenty going on and we would love to see you at as many events as possible. If you require any further information on any of the events the please drop us an or give us a call.

6 LESSONS AVAILABILITY Below is our timetable of lessons we have available. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or if you would like to book something special. For timings of hacks please contact us. MON 9.00AM 10.00AM 11.00AM 1.00PM 2.00PM TUES WED MEDICS THUR FRI SAT GROUP LESSON FLAT SUN 6.30PM 7.00PM 7.30PM 8.00PM 8.30PM MON MARIE NOVICE GROUP MARIE INTERM GROUP MARIE TUE HORSE RANGERS EMILY INTERM GROUP EMILY NOVICE GROUP EMILY WED DRESSAGE LESSON GARY DRESSAGE LESSON GARY DRESSAGE LESSON GARY THUR DRILL RIDE FRI SAT SUN

7 POINTERS TO KEEP YOUR HACKS SAFE AND FUN Do not split your ride; keep all the horses in your group together. If your horse is being strong, do not canter in large open spaces. Canter in single file, rather than abreast. Stay in a hand canter- This is a park rule and anyone found deliberately going faster than this, will no longer ride with us. The wardens do have CCTV covering the park. (A hand canter is a canter you would do in the school). When you start to head home, the horses will become more forward. This will happen wherever you are in the park. If your horse has been strong on the way out, then avoid cantering towards home. Do not turn your horse through 180 degrees to head home. Find a tree, a path, anything to go around rather than turning on the spot. Do not canter once you have passed Russell's Pond, it is too close to home. From the traffic lights back to the yard, walk only. Look on the ride sheet to see what else your horse is doing or has done that day and take this into account. Do plan your route so you do not have to rush home. Hacking to Blacknest Gate/ Smiths Lawn is NOT a 2hr hack if done at the correct pace. Please report back to the staff if you do have any issues with any of the horses. If you are unsure of anything please ask.

Directions For Sat Navs please use postcode SL4 2JA. The postal code for the yard does not work and takes you to the wrong entrance.

com The Light Cavalry The Light Cavalry was originally formed in 1861. In 1891 the Light Cavalry was disbanded and absorbed into the Horse Artillery element of the Honourable Artillery Company (HAC).

The Light Cavalry also provides carpet guards for City Livery Companies.

8 Directions For Sat Navs please use postcode SL4 2JA. The postal code for the yard does not work and takes you to the wrong entrance. Flemish Farm is on the A332 as it goes through Light Cavalry HAC Windsor Great Park. Flemish Farm Windsor Great Park Windsor Berkshire SL4 2LD Phone: The Light Cavalry The Light Cavalry was originally formed in In 1891 the Light Cavalry was disbanded and absorbed into the Horse Artillery element of the Honourable Artillery Company (HAC). In 1979 the Light Cavalry was reformed as a ceremonial unit of the HAC. Duties include escorting the Lady Mayoress on the Lord Mayor s parade and providing a carpet guard at the Law Courts. The Light Cavalry also provides carpet guards for City Livery Companies. The Light Cavalry can also be seen at County shows around the country providing tent pegging demonstrations or performing their musical ride. In April 2004, the Captain General of the HAC, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, presented to the Light Cavalry a Royal Warrant that enacts the rights and responsibilities of this sub-unit of her famous Regiment. Light Cavalry teams compete throughout the UK in both team chases and skill at arms competitions. The Light Cavalry also organises the international Uniformed Services Show jumping competition held annually at the Kings Troop RHA. To join the Light Cavalry you must have a military back ground. Amongst the Light Cavalry troopers and officers are people that have served in the Falklands, Northern Ireland, Bosnia, Iraq and Afghanistan. Light Cavalry HAC at British Military Tournament, Earls Court 2012.

Houghton & Huntingdon Riding Club Newsletter March 2015

Houghton & Huntingdon Riding Club Newsletter March 2015 Dear Members, I am writing this on a beautiful morning with more than a hint of Spring round the corner! Hope you and your horses have weathered the winter and are looking forward to the lovely days to