Irish Draught Horse Society

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR STALLION OWNERS

Webmaster — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:08:02 +0100

Updated 14/05/13

We have been asked to consider holding an In Hand class for Class 1/2/RID and Grade 1 Sport Horse Stallions at this years Annual Breed Show.

We are having a stallion parade Saturday and Sunday but would consider a stallion class if there is sufficient interest.

In order for this class to take place we would require a minimum of six stallions to participate. If you would like this class to be run and are prepared to enter your stallion please would you contact me or Ellen Walton by email or telephone before the end of May in order to finalise the schedule.

Sue Benson Tel 01274 870028
email breedshowATidhsgb.com
Ellen Walton Tel 01430 810692
email belahlady10ATgmail.com

Mare and Stallion inspections 2013

Webmaster — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 15:41:52 +0100

Due to adverse weather conditions on the stallion inspection day in March, we will be holding a further inspection opportunity for stallions, geldings and mares from 10 a.m. on Wednesday, 29 May 2013 at Warwickshire College, Moreton Morrell, near Warwick CV35 9BP.

One purebred Irish Draught stallion and one or two sport horse stallions may be forward for inspection, which means that we do have some capacity to offer a limited number of gelding and mare inspections on the same day. This is a good option for people who live in the central Midlands, as we cannot guarantee that there will be a venue nearer to your home later on in the year. This is also a good opportunity for anyone who wishes their gelding or mare to be classified and/or assessed for a possible Bronze Merit Award through loose jumping (jumping is optional), to bring them forward. Applications will be considered on a first come, first served basis.

Merit Awards for mares

Webmaster — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 15:40:45 +0100

New in the downloads -

'Merit Awards for mares' .... CLICK HERE

NEW SHOW ADDED TO CALENDAR

Webmaster — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 10:34:10 +0100

THE GATE INN RIDING CLUB SHOW ......... see the 'Shows Info' page for full details.

Area 4 - West Midlands and Mid Wales

Webmaster — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:31:08 +0100

The Royal Three Counties Show has just been given 'Royal' status and I can confirm that the Irish Draught Classes will continue for many more years to come, but please can I ask all those who can to support the show?
Entries were low last year and it had been rumoured that the Three Counties had planned to drop us after this year. Having spoken to the show, this is not the case.
Liz Langford, Area 4 Area Manager

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Webmaster — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:36:33 +0100

Patricia Nuttall

Webmaster — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:49:17 +0000

It is with much sadness that I have to inform you of the untimely passing of Patricia Nuttall on Friday 15th March 2013. Tish sponsored the IDHS(GB) dressage awards for 2008 and 2009. An avid supporter and producer of Irish Draught show horses, some of her memorable horses include Knightsbridge, HW ; Supreme hunter champion Darragh Classic Prince; and the Small hunter Gorseyleas Garland which won at our breed show last year. All three were Irish draught bred.
Our deepest sympathy to Brian and family.
RIP
Gaynor Mitchell

Area 6 East Anglia - DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Webmaster — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 14:48:08 +0000

Updated 14/05/13

- Sunday 21st April Showing Clinic with Ellen Walton and Sue Benson at Blackbourne House, Euston, Suffolk FULLY BOOKED

- Wed 29th & Thu 30th May Suffolk County Show, Trinity Park, Ipswich. Irish Draught classes on the Thursday.

- Wed 17th July Festival of Hunting, East of England Showground, Peterborough. Irish Draught Classes

- Wed 7th - Sun 11th August Dublin Horse Show. A couple of East Anglian enthusiasts are going over for the Irish Draught days on Thu 8th and Fri 9th and would welcome more company!

- Wed 14th � Sun 18th August Equifest, East of England Showground, Peterborough. Irish Draught classes on the Saturday.

If there is anything you fancy doing in area 6 please let me know. A fun ride?, summer BBQ?, meeting up at a show? a trip to Dublin Horse Show? maybe you have an idea?

If you live in East Anglia and I have not emailed you yet, it is because I do not have your email address. So please email/phone me and I will put you on my mailing list. Thanks.

Please contact Jennifer Blenkiron on 01842 752413 or Jennifer.blenkironATtiscali.co.uk

Stallion Inspections 2013

Webmaster — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 10:04:10 +0000

We have made the decision to continue with the Stallion Inspections this weekend. However, the safety of you and your horse is paramount and if any of you feel that you do not want to risk travelling due to the weather conditions, the IDHS(GB) will make alternative arrangements at the earliest convenience. If you are unable to come, please telephone Carol Malin, Administrator on 07748 644517 before 5pm today.

STALLION INSPECTIONS 2013

Webmaster — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 18:18:41 +0000

An announcement will be made on the website at 10am Saturday morning to advice whether or not the Stallion Inspections will be going ahead � due to the adverse weather conditions forecast.