Three remarkable individuals have been shortlisted for the prestigious National Equine Forum (NEF) Sir Colin Spedding Award 2017. The award is presented annually to an outstanding and as yet unrecognised individual or organisation that has made an important contribution to the equestrian world. The three nominees for the 2017 award are fire and rescue expert […]

Thank you to all Members who turned out for the Committee Meeting on Saturday evening.  For those of you who were unable to attend the Committee nominated are as follows: Chairman – Karen Milbourne Secretary – Zoe Bateson Treasurer – Nigel McKenna Committee: Hazel Allin Emma Brown Alex Molesworth Kerry Harrison Barbara Wale Mary Tonks […]

Just a quick reminder that the Area AGM is being held on Saturday 19th November at Coddington, Newark, Notts.   Start time is 7pm prompt. Please ensure you let the Secretary know if you are attending or not attending so we have an idea of numbers on the evening.  

Applicants should have proven experience of running a large Equestrian Championship Show and the ability to lead a team comprising of Volunteers who have their own specific roles. Communication skills, computer literacy and basic accounting knowledge are essential. The Show Organiser is appointed annually by The Council of The Side Saddle Association to run the […]

Side Saddle classes are back on the schedule at The British Elite.  Please do try and support if you are free!

Support Area 12 at the Nationals again this year with a lovely embroidered Polo Shirt.  In teal with pale blue embroidery they come in sizes XS to 6XL.  Just £12.50 each.  To order, please contact Nigel McKenna via Facebook or email.  Orders will be needed as soon as possible so don’t delay. E: [email protected] F: […]

The Side Saddle Association invite you to an Autumn Social Event On Sunday 9th October 2016 commencing at 1.30pm  The Museum of The Horse/Sally Mitchell Gallery, Market Place, Tuxford, Nottinghamshire NG22 0LA. Places cost £12.50 each and are strictly limited to 50, they will be allocated on a first come, first served basis and only […]

What a great turnout at the Summer Show on Sunday 29th May from Area members and visitors.  Most of the classes were really well supported, nudging double figures in one or two of them.  We hope you liked the layout and format for the day, including the chance to win a prize in the lunch-time […]

Please don’t forget that entries for Market Bosworth Show close on Friday 3rd June, don’t miss out on your chance to win the £100 Championship.  www.marketbosworthshow.co.uk

The sun shone for Nottinghamshire County Show this year – makes a pleasant change.   Judge Janet Ward gave the top spot in the Concours d’Elegance to Amy Bryan-Dowell, with Barbara Wale in 2nd and Louise Graham in 3rd.  The Adult Equitation was won by Hazel Allin with Amy taking 2nd place and Lauren Hill in […]