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Looking after our stable yard of horses is very hard work so we always appreciate any extra help. If you have no experience then we will help you to learn but please be prepared because in addition to the time you will spend handling the horses, there is a also a lot of sweeping, scrubbing and polishing too. Oh yes - we probably should mention - that we start at 8.00 on weekdays and 7.00 at weekends. Please speak to Clare or Jenny if you would like to find out more. |
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Don't miss out on riding this Summer - become a Member and you can be sure of getting a booking. If you are interested in joining please complete the Membership Enquiry Form and return it to us. We can then discuss Membership options and availability with you. Or you can telephone Sarah Chittenden, our Membership Secretary, 020 8946 8579 between 10.15-12.15, Tuesday-Friday or you can send her an e-mail. |
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PHOTOGRAPHS Members - Would you like a photo taken of you out riding? If so, please ask, and if someone is available we can snap a few shots of you and send them to you by e-mail. All part of the service!! > Back to top |
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Members - have we got your correct e-mail address and contact details. Please send us an e-mail if our records need updating. |
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Did you know that even if you are only able to ride during term time it is still cheaper to be a SILVER MEMBER than ride as a non-member Save up to £900 in a year! |
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SPRING TWO HOUR RIDES TO RICHMOND PARK Why not book a two hour ride over to Richmond Park and see all the wonderful Spring colours. We have rides going over Tuesday-Fridays at 10.15. Sign up now if you would like to go. |
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RESULTS OF DRESSAGE
COMPETITION WEEK
This was an excellent competition with a very high standard of riding. Well done everyone who took part. |
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SHOP AT THE STABLES The One Stop Tack Shop will be bringing a mobile unit along to the stables. You will be able to buy any riding equipment that you may need including jodhpurs, riding boots, coats, gloves, chaps and hats. If there is anything that you know you want then please let the office know and we can make sure that Sue brings it along or call her directly on 020 8873 1352 |
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An exclusive show
in an exclusive venue
Royal Windsor Horse Show Royal Windsor Horse Show is a celebration of all things equestrian. It combines top sporting and competition action with a spectacular venue. Located in the private gardens and parkland of Windsor Castle, the Show encompasses a huge variety of the sport. From the spectacular Land Rover Carriage Driving Grand Prix, national and international Show Jumping competitions, dressage and polo to extensive showing classes and enthralling equestrian displays, it is unique in its breadth of appeal. Alongside the three show arenas you will find over 200 shops, The Food and Drink Festival, a variety of restaurants, bars, and food courts, a fun fair and 4 x 4 course, and if you tire of all that, there’s the beautiful grounds to walk and picnic in. |
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RIDING HOLIDAY TALK Fran Griffith of Equine Adventures has spent over 30 years in the African Safari Industry and has been involved in Equine Tourism for the past 10 years. She has ridden her entire life and spent sometime studying Natural Horsemanship under Linda and Pat Parelli in Florida. On May 14th she will be giving a talk on riding safaris in Africa at WVS. Why not come along for an enjoyable evening and share a glass of South African wine. Don't worry if you haven't any plans to travel to Africa, Fran will be delighted to answer any other queries about riding holidays you may wish to ask. Please e-mail if you would like to attend. Venue will depend on numbers - either at the Stables or upstairs at the Cafe Rouge |
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Putney Choral Society
Saturday 17th May 2008, 7.30 at St Paul's Church, Augustus Road , Southfields
Tickets £13 .Concessions £10. Contact Carrie on 07909981278 |
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FREE LECTURE
FOR MEMBERS - SADDLERY AND BITS Why does TJ wear a Fulmer snaffle and Pod wear a flash noseband? What is the difference between a jumping saddle and a dressage saddle? How many different types of martingale are there - and what is a martingale? Find out the answers to these questions and more at this interesting and informative lecture Members - please e-mail us if you would like to attend this lecture - we need to have some idea of the numbers in order to prepare for it. |
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SURREY COUNTY SHOW Surrey County Show is the largest county show in the UK attracting 40,000 visitors. The show is a fantastic day out for the whole family combining entertainment and fun with the opportunity to experience first hand the many aspects of country life and farming. |
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START OF NEXT 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th June |
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SPECIAL COURSE FEATURING
RIDING We are delighted to offer a new 3 hour 6 week course to be taken by either Vickie or Fiona from 9.30am-12.30pm on Fridays starting on 6th June 2008. It will include 2 hours of riding tuition and a 1 hour session of stable management and the theory or riding. The course will cover some of the syllabus for the BHS Stage One exam but is open to anyone who is competent in walk, trot and canter and wants to learn more. The cost of the course will be £225 for members if taken as your weekly ride, £400 for members taken in addition to your weekly ride or £550 for non-members. Space will be limited so don’t delay in signing up! |
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FREE FOR MEMBERS RIDING - IT'S SIMPLE WHEN YOU KNOW HOW!! Lecture/demo in the Sand Ring on Saturday 7th June 3.30-4.15 Let us try and take the mystery out of riding - discover useful tips to really help improve your riding and understanding of horses. If there is anything in particular you would like to see then please let us know - if you have any questions then don't be afraid to ask - you can even e-mail them in beforehand! Please e-mail if you would like to attend. |
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LECTURE/DEMONSTRATION -
LUNGING Sunday 8th June 3.30-4.15 In the Sand Ring Watch, learn and have a go! Members - please e-mail us if you would like to attend this lecture - we need to have some idea of the numbers in order to prepare for it. |
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Annual Summer Horse Show Saturday 21st June 2008 Come and watch all our horses taking part in this wonderful Village horse show. See the staff perform their magical musical ride. Members who want to take part can enter the ballot nearer the time. Put this date in your diary now! Click here to download schedule for 2008 show |
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Show Jumping
and Showing
The British Jumping Derby
Meeting The DFS British Jumping Derby is one of those events a bit like the Grand National where its not just the runners and riders that make the headlines but the course itself. Its an iconic showjumping contest, the like of which you won’t find anywhere else in the world, no other course asks this much of a test of horse and rider and no other course creates this type of drama.’ Clare Balding, BBC Sport Presenter |
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Wombledon Rounders
and Disco Night Friday 4th July Old Wimbledonians Association Ground Come and play for the Wimbledon Village Stables team - last year we came third, this year we want to WIN! |
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Show
Jumping and Showing Show
Royal
International Horse Show The Longines Royal International Horse Show is one of the oldest shows in the world, which celebrates its centenary this year. One of the biggest outdoor shows in the country, the RIHS uniquely sees the elite of many equestrian disciplines compete side by side: it has everything from the thrills…and spills… of international showjumping, to the elegance and glamour of the country’s very best showing horses and ponies, to the exhilarating buzz of the country’s best eventers flying across country. |
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START OF NEXT 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th September |
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Summer
Reunion Sunday 14th September at 6.30 Venue: to be decided A great opportunity for Members, horse owners, instructors and friends to meet up after the long summer holidays. Last year we held a fun 'Oscars' evening - has anyone got any ideas for the theme this year? |
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EVENING STABLE MANAGEMENT COURSES If you are interested in learning more about how to look after horses we have two ten week evening courses starting on Tuesday, 16th September (Stage 2 with Jenny) and Wednesday, 17th September (Stage 1 with Vickie) from 7.00 -8.30. They cover topics contained in the BHS Stage 1 and Stage 2, but you don’t need to belong to the British Horse Society and you don’t need to take the exam at the end. They cover all aspects of horse care and are very informative. Sign up now if you are interested. (see BHS Exam training for further details) |
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RIDING AND ROAD SAFETY COURSE Every Tuesday from 16th September 2.00-3.15 for 5 weeks with Caroline Stevenson BHSI The BHS Riding and Road Safety Test is taken by over 4,000 candidates a year and helps to educate riders in road safety in order to minimise the risk involved when riding on the roads. Training is available to all riders from 12 years of age and the test is supported by the DETR. For more information about the Exam click here
Non-members £225, Members: £150 (if in addition
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Wimbledon Village Stables Annual Sponsored Horse Ride Sunday 26th October and Tuesday 28th October, 2008 Our 2007 ride raised £17,000 for the Royal Marsden Hospital and other local charities. Click here to read about the the 2007 Sponsored Ride Put this date in your diary now if you want to take part in the 2008 ride |
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START OF NEXT 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th November |
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Wimbledon Village Stables Save the date! |
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The London
International Horse Show 16th-21st December Kensington, London
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Wimbledon
Village Stables Annual Charity Ball Save the date! |
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Can burn over 400 calories an
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