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Issue 82
JULY 2011
THE FREE MAGAZINE FOR HORSE AND ANIMAL LOVERS
IN CHARNWOOD AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS!
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Welcome to the July
issue of
Charnwood Tails!
FRONT COVER:
Lauren Webb and her 16year-old mare, Fairy.
“The show was Soar Valley [Quorn,
near Loughborough], first one of the
season, and we managed a first,
fourth and a fifth!
“Fairy is a very typical chestnut
mare! We have had lots of ups and
downs in the last three years, but
hopefully the future holds mostly
‘ups’ now.”
Left:
Helen Thompson’s neice,
Milli Hobden, and her miniature
Shetland, Bluebell.
(Another lovely pic, but unfortunately too small for a front cover)
Your photos are
always welcome!
Please send as a jpg to
[email protected]
Contact Us!
Charnwood Tails, c/o 7 Ashby Square, Loughborough LE11 5AA
email: [email protected] • 07961 535189
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British Horse Society To Promote Horsebox Safety
The BHS and insurance company, NFU Mutual, will be working together to raise awareness of the
risks associated with loading and transporting horses and the importance of regular maintenance
and routine checks of horseboxes and trailers.
Mark Weston, Director of Access, Safety and Welfare at The British Horse Society, said: “We are
pleased to work in partnership with NFU Mutual on this important issue which will help to
improve the safety and welfare of horses while being transported.”
Mrs Nicki Whittaker of NFU Mutual added:
“Although many people invest a lot of time and
effort in the training and turnout of their horse,
a few individuals don’t invest the same amount
of time checking that their horsebox or lorry
is in tip-top condition and this oversight could
jeopardise the safety and well-being of their
animal. Only recently, a mare being transported in
a poorly maintained trailer had to be put to sleep
after the floor on which she was standing gave
way while she was in transit.”
Although incidents of this nature are (thankfully) not common, NFU Mutual still receives a handful
of claims each year for this tragic occurrence.The insurer also handles around 500 claims for vet’s
fees relating to loading injuries every year and believes many of these could be avoided.
Sheila Hardy, Senior Executive (Safety), at The British Horse Society said: “The initiative will begin
with an online survey in July. The survey aims to highlight general attitudes and awareness to
horsebox safety and BHS members who take part in the survey will be entered into a prize draw
to win £50 of vouchers to spend in our BHS bookshop and an NFU Mutual saddlecloth.”
Look out for more news about this initiative and the online survey on the BHS website.
Charity Dressage Event
The students on an EMA Horse Care course
at Mere Lane Riding School in Oadby are
organising a charity dressage event in aid of
Cancer Research on 4th August from 10am
onwards. People who don’t have their own
horses are welcome to borrow a riding school
pony free of charge, but must be able to ride
without a lead rein. Dress code is jacket and
cream jods only if you have them, but as long
as entrants look smart with proper boots, hat,
shirt and tie it is open to all. All money raised
will go to the Cancer Research charity.
To request an application form please contact
Mere Lane Riding School on 0116 2710122.
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The Horse Trough
Tack, Feed, Clothing
Your Local Venue for Quality & Affordable Products for Both Horse & Rider
ARE YOU READY FOR PONY CAMP?
10% OFF all Body Protectors, Adult/Childs
Stock up on Fly Spray, Shampoo, Treats and replace missing items in your grooming kit ready
for a great time with your horse/pony this summer. Call in and check out what we have to offer
to make this summer the best time for you and your horse/pony.
DON’T FORGET TO BE LAMINITIS AWARE TOO!
High Fibre Feeds, Chaff - Happy Hoof, Healthy Hooves, Safe and Sound etc. Bedding - Hemcore, Shavings
Supplements including Laminaze, Grazing Muzzles, even Electric Fencing.
Free Information leaflets in store. We Are Your One Stop Laminitis Awareness Shop!
New Stock Arriving Daily in our range of clothing from Shires, Equetech, Sherwood Forest, Toggi etc.
OPEN Mon, Thur, Fri 10-6, Tues 10-5, Sat 10-4. Closed Wed, Sun & Bank Holidays
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I travel to you & teach lessons with a friendly communicative approach. . Nervous riders & ‘problem horses’ are welcome. Flatwork, Jump & XC lessons. Flexible lessons available to include help with competition warm up, hacking, vices etc. Schooling sessions also available. Lessons £18 per hr (+minimal travel costs). HALF PRICE INTRODUCTORY LESSON FOR NEW CLIENTS! VERY limited client spaces remaining. Contact Rebecca on 07725205678 5
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RIDE WITH YOUR MIND
Vivienne Isaac
Well what else would you ride with? Answers on a postcard please!!! Well most people
might think of the following – legs, hands, seat, torso … And yes, they’d be right; we do
need all of these. It’s how we organise all the parts of our bodies that make the difference
as to how well (or not) our horses can move theirs underneath us.
The Ride With Your Mind approach to riding helps us to organise our bodies and minds
in a way that makes us much more effective in the way we influence our horse. It gives us
the ‘how to’ of riding rather than the ‘what should be’, but often isn’t. By knowing what
to pay attention to, we can become much more effective.
Let’s take our alignment as the starting point, for if we are not in our own balance then
it’s very difficult for our horse to be straight underneath us. When you sit on your horse
do you have a straight vertical line through your ear, shoulder, hip and heel? Even this can
be a little vague so I would clarify ‘hip’ as the greater trochanter of the femur – the bony
knobble on the outside of the hip which you can feel if you lift your leg out to the side, and
‘heel’ as the bony knobble on the outside of your ankle. Don’t forget you have two sides
– are they both lined up? (this is rarer than you might think!). To be sure you’ll need to use
mirrors, or get a friend to video or photograph you.
Your alignment will be affected by whether you
tend to hollow your back or round your back,
lean forwards or backwards of vertical, twist
and/or collapse to one side or the other and any
combination of the aforementioned! And you
thought you just needed to sit up straight …
By unravelling our tendencies we can make a
huge leap forward in becoming more effective.
Pay attention to how you sit when driving your
car, work at your computer or when watching
the telly – you can bet your bottom dollar
that you won’t be doing any of these activities
symmetrically either! How many of you can muck
out or sweep up equally well with each hand?
Fold your arms, then unfold them and refold
them with the opposite hand on top. Can you
pat your head and rub your tummy?
If you’d like some help, have some fun and really
impress your horse, give me a call and I’ll be
pleased to help.
Vivienne Isaac, 01509 880652, 07947 075301.
[email protected]
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Horse & Rider at
Rock Bottom Prices!
New Summer
Ranges now
in Stock
Fly Rugs, Masks, Sprays & Gels
Range of Feed & Bedding
The Bargain Barn
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Stanford Lane
Normanton-on-Soar
Loughborough
LE12 5ER
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Thur - 10–6pm
Fri - 10–6pm
Sat - 10–4pm
Sun - 11­–2pm
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A very large selection
of
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We stock huge range of supplements, sundries and remedies
WE ARE ALSO A STOCKIST OF GLOBAL HERBS
Available throughout the summer (Kept fresh in our refrigerated cold room)
A VERY LARGE SELECTION OF ELECTIC FENCING
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Weight Care Tips
ISometimes it is difficult to assess how much extra weight a horse is carrying and
so it is necessary to check for fat in specific areas such as the crest and over the ribs.
A deep gutter along the spine would be another indication of too much weight
though the type of horse should also be taken into consideration.
The majority of ‘happy hackers’ get enough energy over the summer months from
grass alone, though some can benefit from a vitamin/mineral supplement such as
a horse lick in a tub which can be positioned in the field. For very good doers it
may be necessary to restrict grass intake by strip grazing with electric fencing, also
to prevent laminitiis.
Horses do need a steady supply of food to keep their digestion running smoothly
so they should never be put on a ‘crash diet’.
If feeding a hard feed, consider also whether you are feeding your horse more
calories than they really need. Feeding an overweight horse more calories won’t
give it more energy for work, but it will create more fat. Try to make titbits and
treats the exception rather than the rule.
A brisk walk or steady trot will burn more fat than faster work such as canter.
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HORSES FOR SALE
15.1 HANDSOME DARK BAY GELDING 4yrs, retired from racing.
100% sound clean limbed, been reschooled and working nicely on
the flat and jumping colured poles, will make a great all rounder,
hacks alone or in company, good in traffic.good with other horses,
vice free and easy to do. A lovely honest horse who Is keen to learn,
good home wanted, no novices or time wasters please. £2,000.
Photos available. Tel Emma 07864 883303
HORSES FOR LOAN
17 year old, 16hh bay mare available for loan due
to one year old baby and full time job. Great fun horse when fit
but only working one day per week at the moment so needs some
work to get back to full fitness. I’m looking for a kind loanee (over
18 years) to give her lots of attention and in return lots of good
riding. Madison must stay at her current yard near Burrough on the
Hill (Leicestershire). Yard offers DIY, Part and Full livery, indoor &
outdoor school, riding club and is set in stunning countryside. For
further enquiries contact Tracey 07521 327576 or email tracey@
mattox.plus.com
HORSEWEAR
Full size Havana brown in hand bridle excellent show
ring condition with brass clencher browband and buckles £20. 14”
wide working hunter saddle Havana brown used once from new,
beautiful condition Tel Sarah 01509 843229 or 07973 899421
Bargain!! Bag full of various tack; travel boots (hardly
been used 2 never been used), loads of halters a couple need
some tlc, 3 girths, a bridle comes complete with reins, bit, noseband
browband (full), another bridle comes complete with everything
apart from noseband (pony/full), boots, 1 good condition lunge
cavasson, rug straps (3 blue 2 red 2 yellow [elasticated]), 1 foal
halter (Shires, red, great condition), 1 foal slip (poss some other
bits), £65 includes p & p or delivery. email nicky_emery_22@
hotmail.co.uk or 07969 495408
Rhinegold 6’6 Super HeavyWeight Combo Turnout
420g plum colour rug, only been used a handful of times, is in
excellent condition. £50. Shires 6’6 heavyweight Combo Turnout
320g blue check, is in good condition, has a small tear on the top of
the neck around 1cm long. £30. Shires 6’6 mediumweight Combo
Turnout 200g navy blue, is in excellent condition, only used a few
times. £40. Shires 6’6 budget mediumweight stable rug 200g navy
blue check, rug is in good condition. £15. Masta 6’6 heavyweight
stable rug 300g blue check, rug is in good condition. £25. All have
been cleaned and are ready to be collected from Ratby. Please
contact me on 07812 988544
SADDLES - a selection of quality second hand saddles for sale.
Dressage, WH, showing & GP’s. £25 - £450. Mim Johnson 01530
242941 (Newtown Linford)
17” Torsion treeless saddle, black leather. Sale
includes blue equitex treeless numnah (RRP £90) synthetic
leathers, bent leg stirrups and black Cottage Craft dressage girth.
Beautiful comfy saddle perfect for any shape or size horse/pony,
sad sale but have trailer to pay for please call or text Sam anytime
on 07581 563980
15” brown leather/suede show saddle in mint condition
8” across the drings and 5” gullet only used in the show ring made
by silhouette saddlery, £300.00 please email for pictures, tel 01509
415430/07929 245677
Leather anti-cast roller for horse. Dark brown English
leather only £19.99. Crosby Brown leather 18” English GP/jumping
saddle close contact, with cut back head med/wide tree. Excellent
condition. Only £199.00. Both used on ID x 16.3hh. Tel 01509
880504/0790 980 2763 Can e-mail pics. [email protected]
RUGS. 5’6 AERBORN RAINSHEET/LIGHTWEIGHT turnout
(no fill) has been washed, very good condition £15. 5’6” Aerborn
mediumweight turnout rug, with half neck, has been washed, good
condition but needs 1 new clip on chest, £15. 5’6 Chill-cheeta
mediumweight stable rug, has been washed, has a patch on
from a previous repair otherwise good condition £10. 5’6 Masta
heavyweight (350gram) stable rug, contoured to take pressure off
withers, blue/green check, has been washed, only had light use
excellent condition, £90 when it was new, a bargain at £45 ono.
5’6 black quilted stable under rug, has adjustable Velcro fastenings,
good condition £15. 5’3 stable rug, black with red trim, lightweight
good condition £10. 5’6 & 6’3 Aerborn rug, rain cover, blue with red
trim, has fastening at chest, ideal to use at shows to keep dry, nearly
new £10 each. Tel: 07962 064596
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50 inch BROWN AERBORN ATHERSTONE GIRTH, Waffle Weave,
elasticated at both ends, brand new still with tags on £15. Cob
standing martingale, brand new, English leather, black with white
trim, £10.00 Tel: Double bridle bits, 5 Inch Weymouth & Bradoon
used but in good condition £20.00 for both. Tel: 07962 064596
RIDING WEAR
Size 5 Lakeland muck boots fully sheepskin lined with
leather outer, worn twice from new £10. Tel Sarah 01509 843229
or 07973 899421
LOVESON SHOW SHIRT Size large (14/16) short sleeved, Brand
new still with tags on only been tried on, £12.00 . Caldene black
show jacket size 36” chest, velvet collar, excellent condition £30.
Long black English leather riding boots, size 5/6, £45 ono. Joules
beige breeches size 14, brand new still with tags on, ideal for
shows. £10.00 Tel: 07962 064596
STABLES/GRAZING
One DIY livery space at small, quiet, friendly yard. Nice stables
in a contained yard, fully lit, area for hosing, feed room, storage,
grazing in small groups, post and electrified wire fencing. All hay
and straw included in livery package, based on our working farm,
full set of sj out on the grass. Suit horse up to 16hh. Please call
Jenny 07906 991627
to go for an interview, offer a CV, answer any questions that need
answering. I would work for reasonable prices, but the work must be
in the Loughborough area. [email protected]
Wanted - a gelding breed, over 15.2hh, any apart from
really chunky cobs, any colour can be young but must be broken in
riding away nicely in all 3 paces. Would prefer if was jumping. Can
hack in company or on own, no vices, vet check/farrier/wormed all
up to date. £1100 max this is including full wardrobe. For more info
please email [email protected] or 07969 495408
Wanted on either long term loan or LWVTB for right
pony. 10-13hh first ridden for my 7yo daughter, age, breed and
looks unimportant. Must not buck, bite, bolt, rear or kick. Daughter
very overhorsed with current pony so she’s going off on loan for
a few years. My daughter can walk, trot and canter, just starting
to learn to jump. She needs a pony that will build her confidence
further (though she isn’t a nervous rider) that she can ride in our
school and hack out with me. 5* loving home, I have my own yard
with good grazing, stables and school, very secure on private gated
property, full contract to be drawn up, pony will be fully comp insured
with Petplan as my others are, will live with my 4 friendly natives.
Refs available on request. If you have anything suitable please call/
text sam anytime on 07581 563980
Wanted, large “Limpet brand” anti-slip numnah any
colour. Also Elevator long straight cheeks bit with Waterford
mouthpiece size 5 ½ “ up to 6”. Tel 01509 880504 / 0790 980 2763
[email protected]
grazing and stables available at Barrow on Soar £20 per
week. Tel 07970 172348
HORSEBOXES/TRAILERS
3.5t LDV HORSE LORRY. IFOR WILLIAMS CONTAINER. Can
be driven on a normal car license keeping under 3500kg. Carry 2
x 16hh horses (within weight limits). Tax & MOT. Internal viewing
camera so you can see the horses from your cab. Rear load and
side unload. Rubber matting on floor. Storage above cab. Partition
can be removed and moved. One straight breast bar. Email for
any questions [email protected] or ring 07970 042308.
£3500 ono
Horse Trailer HB 505 Ifor Williams. Colour Burgundy
Dark Red. Takes two up to 16.2 horses. Purchased new in 2005,
all paperwork, datatag, hitchlock keys plus wheel clamp included.
Front/Rear unload. Aluminium, rubber covered floor. Careful lady
owner. Serviced, clean and ready to go. Easy to hitch up and tow.
Only for sale as a larger trailer purchased. Can deliver and show you
how to hitch up. For e-mail photos [email protected] Excellent
condition £2,599 ono. Tel 01509 880504 / 0790 980 2763
WANTED!
I am a 16 year old reliable and trustworthy girl
looking for part time work to earn some extra cash. I have been
riding for as long as I can remember and have competed in all
aspects, ODE, showjumping up to BSJA, showing, working hunter. I
would like to advertise the possibilty to give fun, confidence boosting
lessons, do odd jobs around the yard ie. cleaning tack, mucking out,
poo-picking, help out at competitions and ride/compete horses for
people when they are unable to for any reason. I will be prepared
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MISCELLANEOUS
Amateur equestrian
photographer looking to
expand portfolio this summer.
Loughborough-based, anything
considered, free attendance, prints at
cost. Visit www.vicktrr.webs.com or
call Victoria Warren on 07758411661
PADDOCK MAINTENANCE
Field topping, post & rail fencing,
any stable maintenance, gates hung,
all general field and stable work
undertaken. Cheap rates of pay.
Call Tim, 07902 928952 or email
[email protected]
BACH FLOWER REMEDIES
- safe and effective help for
emotional/confidence issues.
Local Registered Practitioner.
For more information:
http://www.nickymason.co.uk
0116 2209294/07544 765091
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Diary Dates
Wednesday 6 July
Dressage, Mooreland Stables, Griffydam. Tel 07734
847 697. www.moorelandstables.co.uk
Fridy 8 July
Exton Estate Ride, LRBA, 10 miles near Rutland
Water. Contact Angela Abbott, 01664 474286
Sunday 10 July
Rearsby Lodge RC Open Show and Indoor Dressage to be held at Brooksby Equestrian Centre,
Brooksby, Leicestershire. Contact Liz Atkins 0116 2871662 www.rearsbylodge.com
Thursday 14 July
Dressage, Mooreland Stables, Griffydam. Tel 07734 847 697. www.moorelandstables.co.uk
Saturday 16 July
Dressage, Diamond Equestrian, Thurlaston. Tel Kim, 07950 213691. www.diamondequestrian.
co.uk
Alrewas Show, Staffs. Classes for light, miniature and Shire horses. See www.alrewasshow.co.uk
Sunday 17 July
Open Show, Sutton Bonington Riding Club. Details: www.suttonboningtonridingclub.co.uk
Side Saddle Show, Mooreland Stables, Griffydam. www.moorelandstables.co.uk
Tuesday 19 July
Quenby Trail, LRBA, 7 or 8 miles, 80% bridelways. Contact Sue Sheldrick, 0116 2779977, email
[email protected]
Sunday 24 July
Soar Valley Riding Club, Open Show Equifest & Royal London Qualifier, Farley Way, Quorn,
Leicestershire.Tel: 07813 969114 or www.svrc.co.uk
Tuesday 26 July
Clear Round SJ Training, Diamond Equestrian, Thurlaston. Tel Kim, 07950 213691. www.
diamondequestrian.co.uk
Saturday 30 July
Dressage, Mooreland Stables, Griffydam. Tel 07734 847 697. www.moorelandstables.co.uk
Little Field of Horrors, LRBA, at Gretton near Uppingham. Test and train yourself and your horse
against field of horrors for horses. More info, 01536 770314 or [email protected]
Sunday 31 July
Fun Day & TREC, Sutton Bonington Riding Club. Details: www.suttonboningtonridingclub.co.uk
Little Field of Horrors, LRBA, at Gretton near Uppingham. Test and train yourself and your horse
against field of horrors for horses. More info, 01536 770314 or [email protected]
Thursday 4 August
Charity Dressage Event in aid of Cancer Research, Mere Lane Riding School, Oadby, from 10am.
Phone 0116 2710122 to request an application form.
Sunday 7 August
Soar Valley Riding Club, Open Show Equifest & Royal London Qualifier, Farley Way, Quorn,
Leicestershire.Tel: 07813 969114 or www.svrc.co.uk
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A.R.P PLASTICS
(IS NOW MAKING PLASTIC PRODUCTS FOR HORSEY PEOPLE)
First we have plastic show jump cups that come in a range of colours: Black, blue, pink,
yellow, white, green, red, purple and now working hunter brown. The cups fit 3x2 wings
or uprights that are no thicker than 2 ½ inch wide. They are made from a tough strong
plastic, they come with an attached pin. These are priced at £6.50 a pair this includes
p&p.
A new product that is being launched is a no fly zone lid for all your drinks this is
designed to stop flies getting into your drinks either for down the yard or at home. There
are many other designs i.e nationality flags or personal designs. These are priced at
£1.00 plus p&p
Also available are wooden show jumps which are made to a high standard.
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Full sets of show jumps from £75 depending on size
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Poles from £12
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Two4ftfillersfrom£45
For any more information please call Lisa at
A.R.P PLASTICS on 01530 514280
Or email [email protected] or [email protected]
OAK FARM
RATBY LANE MARKFIELD LE67 9RJ
Tel: 01530 249500 Carl on 07850 877794 or Moya on 07801 307401
Email: [email protected]
FREE DELIVERY TO LOCAL AREA
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri 9am – 6pm
Saturday 9am – 5pm
Sunday/Bank Holidays 10am – 4pm
DEBIT & CREDIT CARDS TAKEN
HAYLAGE
HORSE FEED
SUPPLEMENTS
BEDDING
CASUAL & SHOW CLOTHING FOR THE RIDER
TACK
ELECTRIC FENCING
RUG WASH & REPAIR
FLY REPELLENTS, MASKS, RUGS & FRINGES
BLADE SHARPENING
SUMMER TURNOUT RUGS
HORSEY GIFTS, CARDS & DVD’S
POULTRY, DOG, CAT & SMALL ANIMAL FEED
FRIENDLY, KNOWLEDGEABLE ADVICE – WHAT MORE COULD YOU WANT?
Oak Farm is situated just two minutes from the A50 Field Head Island. Take the Thornton/Botcheston exit from the island. Once you pass the
Islamic Foundation on your left, take the next left turn (signposted to Ratby). It is the first farm 200 yards down this road on the left hand side.
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