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RDA Dressage Day at Avon Riding Centre on Friday 21st February

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Avon Riding Centre

Despite a poor weather forecast Friday dawned bright and sunny and remained so until the middle of the day when we suffered a few very heavy downpours, however our spirits were not dampened! The atmosphere was as friendly as always … Continue reading →

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Dressage Results from 9th Feb

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Avon Riding Centre

Well it certainly was a wet and rainy one! Thank you to everyone who came along, and to our wonderful volunteers who donned their waterproofs and made the day possible. Here are the results. Class Rider Horse Score Place … Continue reading →

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Knowle 50/50 Group

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Avon Riding Centre

Many thanks to Knowle Methodist Church 50/50 Group who visited the Centre and presented Jane Turner, Community Fundraiser, with a cheque for an amazing £2000! The group raised this money through various fundraising activities including a concert and nearly new … Continue reading →

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10K Photos!

Posted on January 20, 2014 by Avon Riding Centre

Yesterday saw the 4th annual 10k multi terrain race at Avon Riding Centre. The event is organised for us by Town and Country Harriers who donate all of the profits of the event to us. It was yet another fabulous … Continue reading →

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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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Nativity Photos

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

We would like to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who came and supported our Nativity this year. We had a lovely evening and hope you did too. Below are some photos from the evening, and if you haven’t … Continue reading →

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RDA Dressage Results 1st Nov

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

We would like to say a huge congratulations to everyone who took part in the RDA Dressage on Friday November 1st. The standard was incredibly high and we look forward to seeing everyone at the next on in February. … Continue reading →

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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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Results From the RDA National Championships (and Photo Gallery)

Posted on July 20, 2013 by Avon Riding Centre

CLASS NAME OF RIDER HORSE SCORE PER % PLACE 9 Verna Clifford Barney 111 69.3 1st 6 Cat Cucos Winston 95 57 3 Gemma Owen Bella 113 66.4 3rd 3 … Continue reading →

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