Worcestershire

FEBRUARY

Saturday 23rd February - Wyre Forest Pleasure Ride

Bewdley, Worcestershire. 24km and shorter route on the day. Forest ride, one road crossing on longer route. Refreshments and toilets. No jumps. Organised by Heart of England Group, Endurance GB. £17.50 non EGB members, £12.50 EGB members. Last Entry date 16th February.

Contact: Camilla Mascall on 01299 823806, or CJMascall@sky.com

APRIL

20th April 2008 - Fun ride in aid of Hope House Children's Hospice

Contact: Tony and Rebecca Symonds, Lincomb Farm, Lincomb, Nr Stourport on Severn, Worcestershire, DY13 9RBTel: 01299 251351 Mobile: 07811 382533

Sunday 27th April 2008 - Bluebell Cross Country ride

In Wichenford, Near Martley. From the field next to the church, opposite Wichenford Dovecote and Court. (for location map, multimap website: WR6 6XY) In aid of St Richards Hospice, Acorns Hospice and local charities. Starting at 10.00am, last entries 1pm. Approx 11 miles pleasure ride with optional short routes through Bluebell woods and fields with many optional jumps of various heights and sizes. All riders must have their own insurance and valid Horse passports Riders take part entirely at their own risk: the organizers accept no liability whatsoever for damage to persons, horses, or property , No dogs allowed, Rosettes to all taking part, Hard Hats and adequate protection must be worn, WCs and First aid on hand. Vet and doctor on call. Refreshments. Entries on the day:Adults £15 Children (under 14) £10. (Anyone who would prefer to come on Sat 26st or the following weekend should please ring or email as below.)

Enquiries: gblwichenford@aol.com  Tel: 07767 788 273

Sponsored by Equestrian and Country Leisure Ltd, Top Barn, Hallow

MAY

11th MAY 2008 - WORCESTERSHIRE HUNT SUPPORTERS CLUB SPRING PLEASURE RIDE

12miles of stunning scenery in the knightwick and doddenham area. Taking in the views of the river Teme and surrounding countryside. Optional jumps.From the Peg House Farm, Broadwas. (OS768572) Signposted off the A44 Worcester to Leominster Road. Refreshments at half way and a BBQ at the finish. Start Open from 10am to 12 noon.

All riders under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Hard hats must be worn. Riders take part entirely at their own risk. The organisers accept no responsibility whatsoever for damage to persons, horses or property however caused. NO DOGS ALLOWED.

The organisers and riders are indebted to the landowners for the kind use of their land for this pleasure ride. Adults £15.00 Children under 16 £10.00

Contact: David Griffiths on 01905 620714 Or 07980 750776 (evenings only)

18th May - North ledbury Hunt Supporter's Club Fun Ride

at Netherley, Mathon, Worcestersire. Its 10am to 1pm Adults £14 Children £6. It will be signed off the A4103 Hereford to Worcester Road.

Contact: Ken Brace 01684 899191 or Sue Hayes 01684 593145

Sunday 25th May 2008 - Bluebell Cross Country ride

In Wichenford, Near Martley. From the field next to the church, opposite Wichenford Dovecote and Court. (for location map, multimap website: WR6 6XY) In aid of St Richards Hospice, Acorns Hospice and local charities. Starting at 10.00am, last entries 1pm. Approx 11 miles pleasure ride with optional short routes through Bluebell woods and fields with many optional jumps of various heights and sizes. All riders must have their own insurance and valid Horse passports Riders take part entirely at their own risk: the organizers accept no liability whatsoever for damage to persons, horses, or property , No dogs allowed, Rosettes to all taking part, Hard Hats and adequate protection must be worn, WCs and First aid on hand. Vet and doctor on call. Refreshments. Entries on the day:Adults £15 Children (under 14) £10. (Anyone who would prefer to come on Sat 24th please ring or email as below.)

Enquiries:  gblwichenford@aol.com  Tel: 07767 788 273

Sponsored by Equestrian and Country Leisure Ltd, Top Barn, Hallow

JUNE

28th June - Clifton on Teme Hunt Supporters Club Fun Ride

at Woodmanton Manor, Clifton upon Teme, B4203. By Kind permission of David Lee, Contact: Mrs G Smith -01886853651/Mrs S Denton-01885482375 - (re-scheduled from the postponed 4th May date)

AUGUST

Sunday 24th August 2008 - Inkerrow YFC Charity Pleasure Ride

10 Miles (approx) of riding around beautiful Worcestershire farmlan with optional jumps.

First horse 10am-last horse 3pm (entries on the day)15 per rider(10 under 12's who must be accompanied by an adult) Knowle BArn Farm, Alcester Road, Inkberrow, Worcs, WR7 4HR (directly off A422)All proceeds go to County Air Ambulance & Noah's Ark Trust

Contact Name:Lizzie Jordan 07886 451387

OCTOBER

5th October - Clifton on Teme Hunt Supporters Club Fun Ride

Stanford Bishop, Lower House Farm off B4220.

Contact: Mr F Lowden 01885490245