Tuesday 22 March 2016

Busy Fun Day 20th March 2016



Our fun day at Thornton House Farm on March 20th was a busy day with some new faces amongst the regulars. Pony eye spy proved popular, with Hetty coming up with some cracking clues and answers. Her knowledge was amazing. The ponies weren't quite so full of beans as last time but full marks to Hetty, Hannah and Lucy for picking themselves up and getting on with it when they each had an involuntary dismount!!

The team games were closely contested with a victory for Keeley, Vita, Owen and Hannah, Then just to make everyone feel included the parents had a team dismounted race which was very competitive.

Great to see everyone having so much fun on and off the ponies. Easter Eggtastic days coming next.

Monday 7 March 2016

Another successful day 5th March



Another great junior day on March 5th, which ran at Mill Lane Stables, Brayton. Our younger members hade lots of fun despite some super fresh ponies. Team games saw a win for Holly, Vita and Hannah. Well done girls. Lucy and Hettie took the prize for our showkhana (want to know what that's all about then come along to one of our days) and Hannah also won the chase me Charlie later in the afternoon.  With special prizes for improvement going to Helweun and Holly and more awards to Gabby, Noah and Zach no one left empty handed. Well done everyone.

Friday 19 February 2016

Another Busy Day- Seniors 19th Feb 2016

We had another busy day at Thornton House, this time it was the turn of our seniors.
Our mini-major jumping was closely contested with a win for Jess and Elicia with the coloured horses Forest and Mambo. Good result girls, well done

The mirror jumping knockout was won by Kiera on her new smart dun pony.

Our ace wall jumper, Tango, popped over one metre thirty five with Sophie making it look very easy.

Well done to everyone who came. Enjoyment was had by all and we look forward to seeing everyone again soon.

Wednesday 17 February 2016

Cold but fun day

Feb 15th was a cold but fun day at Thornton house. Thanks goodness for the lovely indoor school. It was great to see some new faces amongst our regulars and we noticed a big improvement in our riders, so WELL DONE EVERYBODY, keep up the hard work.

William,Keeley and Noah won the team gymkhana games
Keeley won the handy pony
Our new discipline of showkhana was won by William and Christain
Knock out mirror jumping saw Gabriella win the lead rein section, Zach take the midi section and another win for Keeley in the Maxi.

Our next junior day is March 5th and already booked up, but a few spaces left on Sunday March 20th.

Sunday 24 January 2016

Pony Fun Day 24th January 2016


Our pony fun day at Thornton House Farm, today 24th January 2016, went really well. It was great to see some new faces alongside some of our regular patrollers.

The morning sessions of riding and stable management were followed by team gymkhana games. Points were awarded in the races resulting in a win for the team consisting of Anna, Noah, Emily and Gabriella.
Special prizes were awarded to Tilly , for over coming her fears and having a go at jumping.
Most improved to Vita and Owen, who made great steps through the day.
Best staying on to Zach, whose pony tried his best to get rid of him on  more than one occasion .
Best colouring and drawing went to Hetty and Reece.

Well done everyone, hope to see you all again soon

Wednesday 20 January 2016

Pony Patrol Launch and Social Evening - Friday 22nd January 2016

Friday sees the launch of Pony Patrol with a launch at Thorganby village hall from 6.30 pm to 9.00 pm.

There will be a talk on horse nutrition from Jo Harrow from Dengie Feeds Ltd who will be bringing 'Harry the Gut'. Jo will be happy to answer any questions on your feeding issues.

Karen and Pippa will be telling everyone about their exciting new ideas for 2016.

Free admission including light refreshments.
Raffle tickets on sale for some fantastic prizes including a year's free family membership of Pony Patrol.

Pony Patrol has its first sponsors:

R&R Country have provided two team jackets for the coaches.

Author Melodie Trudeaux is donating a percentage of the royalties from her novel Horse of a Different Colour to support Pony Patrol activities through the year.