Equine skills draw the crowds at Caithness Riding Club Spring Show
Horses and riders were of a “good standard” at the Caithness Riding Club (CRC) Spring Show held over the weekend (April 26-7) at Halkirk.
Judges at the show were G Stables and C Munro, with the CRC event taking place at NWH UHI Dale Farm with help from Russell Skelton and James Munro.
CRC show secretary Emma Gunn said: “The show was really well attended, with a good standard of horse and rider over the two days. It was especially lovely to see some new faces taking part and enjoying the event.”
Some classes were National Pony Society (NPS) Qualifiers for Scone Palace. There were also qualifiers for BHS Working Hunter Finals also to take place at Scone Palace in August.
Working Hunter Pony (Sponsored by Caithness Farrier Services)
Champion: Jorgi Craigie and Rhydeilian Regan
Reserve: Rachel Macgregor and Dolhelfa Cymro Llwyd
Working Hunter Horse (Sponsored by The Griddle)
Champion: Russell Skelton and Future King
Reserve: Ruth Sutherland and James
M&M In Hand Champion (Sponsored by M. Alexander Hire and Supplies Ltd)
Champion: Sophie Whitby and Lownthwaite Oceana
Reserve: Layla Jane Kirkness Pricklegate Buzzard
Overall In Hand Champion (Sponsored by Inkstack Aberdeen Angus)
Champion: Emma Gunn and Castlecroft Caledonia
Reserve: Sophie Whitby and Lownthwaite Oceana
Ridden Horse (Sponsored by The Beauty House)
Champion: James Munro and Origis PW
Reserve: James Munro and Edenagor Ned
Ridden Pony (Sponsored by DR Alexander and Son)
Champion: Zara Manson and Rushfield White Knite
Reserve: Kloe O’Brien and Eswyna’s Royal Rocket
A full list of results and other info on CRC can be found on its Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/caithnessridingclub/?locale=en_GB
Jim Sudd was the first aider at the event; The Griddle provided catering; and special horse treats were available to purchase from Highland Horse Sweets.