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The Bristol Chamber Orchestra

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

Thank You to Bristol Chamber Orchestra for the concert they held on 30th November which raised £650 for the Centre.  Also, our thanks go our thanks go to our lovely volunteer, Edna, who nominated us for this lovely donation.

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Gatcombe Musical Ride

Posted on August 5, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

Avon Riding Centre Riders led the way in the RDA Musical Ride at Gatcombe Horse Trials on Saturday.  The team consisted of: Teal Maynard riding Tic Tac with Leader: Carol Harris, Side walker: Mair Davies Zoe Henderson riding Spike with: … Continue reading →

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Announcement – Chairman of Avon Riding for the Disabled

Posted on July 26, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

 Beth Grant has been involved with Avon Riding Centre for many, many years and has been Chairman of our Trustees since 1989. She has contributed a huge amount of passion, energy, commitment and time to developing the Avon Riding Centre … Continue reading →

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Wonder Womans Ball

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

Avon Riding Centre has its very own Wonder Woman!  Karen Sheppard is a volunteer instructor at the Centre and was responsible for organising the 100 Acre Ball last weekend.  Not only was it a fabulous evening, it raised approximately £7,500 … Continue reading →

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Olympic Equestrian Events Opportunity

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

Here at Avon Riding Centre we are delighted to be able to offer you the opportunity to meet Tim Hadaway, the man responsible for the Olympic Equestrian events. In the 1990s, Tim became the Director of Blair International Horse Trials, before moving … Continue reading →

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RDA Volunteer of the Year

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

Avon Riding Centre could not function without the wonderful volunteers who support us.   Nearly all RDA lessons are delivered by RDA Volunteer Instructors and all the side walkers and leaders are volunteers.  Other volunteers coordinate the volunteers, work on the … Continue reading →

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Gillespies Support

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

A big thank you to Gillespie’s accountants who entered a team on our behalf to the Dragon Boat Race on Sunday 9th June.  No final total available yet, but the support of the team is much appreciated.  A big thank … Continue reading →

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Billow Farm support

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

A big thank you to Billow Farm for donating the profits from their open day on Sunday 9th to the Centre.  They donated £219.56.  They all ready provide enormous support by cleaning all of our rugs for free so this … Continue reading →

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Badminton Fun Ride Photos

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

Here are some photos from the Badminton Fun Ride.  We all had a fantastic time and hope you did too.

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Badminton 2013

Posted on May 4, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

Badminton 2013 has just finished today.  We had 5 days on our stand and the sponsored ride today.  Takings on the stand were up by over 50% on 2011 which is wonderful news and we had the highest number of … Continue reading →

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