Events coming up at WVS & Equicise

Meet at the Stables at 7.30 p.m. The WVS Events Team are meeting to plan lots of great activities for Members in the coming months and we could always do with some extra help!

If you would like to help us and be on our Team then please e-mail the office: admin@wvstables.com.

10.15-11.15 a.m. All you need to know about tacking up. In this session you will learn how to tack up a horse and have him ready to ride,  you will learn how to correctly carry tack, how to approach a stabled horse, safely remove rugs, and put on both saddle and bridle and of course learn how to take it all off again and rug the horse up if required.  After being shown you will be able to do it yourself.  Free for Members (Non-members £20) BOOK NOW

From 7:30pm at the stables  FREE TALK FOR WVS MEMBERS:  Improve your confidence and become a better rider.  This talk will help you to understand better the interaction between horse and rider, illustrated by real life examples.  You will learn some excellent techniques that you can practise both in and out of the saddle to help you to develop your skills, become a more secure rider and enjoy each ride to the full!  Followed by Members' Drinks at around 20.15.  Hope to see you there – the first drink is on us!  Numbers Limited  (Non-Members £10 plus booking fee, subject to availability)- CLICK HERE TO BOOK

Royal Windsor Horse Show   is the UK's largest outdoor horse show with international competitions in 3 different equestrian discipline.  We are planning a get together for WVS Members in the Exclusive Windsor Enclosure on Saturday 11th May. WINDSOR ENCLOSURE INCLUDES: Reserved seat in The Queen’s Stand at the Castle Arena from c.7.15am – c.7.50pm Access to the Windsor Enclosure Lawn with views onto the arena Bar and deli Access to the Showground, all five arenas and Windsor Shopping.  Click here to buy your ticket and look forward to seeing you there!

10.15-11.15 All you need to know about grooming. Grooming time is the perfect time to take note of a horse’s basic health and how he is feeling, so this session covers everything you need to know in order give your horse a relaxing and invigorating grooming session, and recognise any signs that your horse may not be feeling 100%. Become familiar with the many different brushes and tools available, learn how to pick out feet and wash a tail, and generally discover how to keep your horse looking immaculate.  Free for Members (Non-members £20) BOOK NOW

10.15 - 11.15 All you need to know about horse ownership.  Have you ever thought about buying a horse but would like to know more about what’s involved in horse ownership? This incredibly informative course has been created for all those who have thought about buying a horse but would really like to know more about what’s practically involved before making a decision. In this session you will find out all the implications and responsibilities of becoming a horse owner. Free for Members (Non-members £20).  BOOK NOW

10.15-11.15   Our wonderful new addition to the stables  The Fantastic Mr Fudge, or Fudge to his friends is a 14 year old miniature Shetland pony.   WVS Members  who would like to become 'Friends of 'The Fantastic Mr Fudge' can take him out for walks on the Common (be prepared for a lot of attention!) and we are also hoping to find people interested in taking him to any charity events.  Please come along to this special Fudge Handling  Course to find out what is involved.

He has two walks a day, one in the morning and one after lunch.

WVS Members only - free, email admin@wvstables.com to book 

10.15 - 11.15  All WVS Members are able to use the Equicise every month for a 15 minute practice session.  Come along to this free demo and get some useful tips and ideas on ways in which to use it in order to get the maximum benefit out of your session. Email office to sign up: admin@wvstables.com

10.15 to 11.15 Horses do not think like humans and their first basic thought is for their own safety and well being.  A horse’s instinct is to act first and think later – this behaviour has enabled them to survive over the years and, in order to understand a little more about what makes horses ‘tick’, we need to look at the history of their relationship with people.  Sign up to this very informative course to increase your appreciation of horses’ thought processes and learn how to handle them safely and competently.

Free for Members (Non-members £20) CLICK HERE TO BOOK

For a special treat for you and your friends, join us in our private ringside box for a fabulous day out at Hickstead. With unparalleled views of the International Arena, you can relax in style and enjoy great food as all the action unfolds before you.  Saturday afternoon plays host to the British Speed Derby, where riders tackle some of our permanent fences at top speed.  The Hickstead Derby Meeting is best known for its international showjumping classes, but there is plenty more on offer for equestrian fans. There are dozens of showing classes , plus there's scurry driving and more.

The package includes: Exclusive use of private viewing box and balcony, Private entrance, Access to the Members' Enclosure, VIP car pass, Official show souvenir programme, Personal host, Morning coffee with pastries, Full buffet luncheon, Afternoon tea with homemade cakes & scones, All inclusive standard drinks package. £170 WVS Members

Email admin@wvstables.com if you would like to join us

Ride London cycle race passes through Wimbledon Village and all the roads are closed for the day. so please, allow lots of extra time for your journey and check your route carefully to make sure you can get here. We have been given special permission to exit through the houses behind the stables so our rides will go out as usual. You should make a day of it though and come riding and then spend time in the Village watching the ride go through.

Annual Summer Horse Show. To mark the end of the summer holidays we hold an annual show which is for our Members only. If you have never competed before but have always wanted to give it a go – this is the event for you but it is also suitable for more experienced riders. There are showing classes in the morning and show jumping in the afternoon and it is all managed in a supportive and encouraging way and our staff will be on hand to help you. There are fabulous rosettes for all, and the rider who gains the most points throughout the day is the Champion of the Day.

Let us know if you want to take part and we will enter you in the ballot. We also need volunteers to help us run the show, so if you would like to be involved but don’t want to ride, come along and help us!

British Horse Society: Stage 1 - Horse Knowledge and Care

This is a great course for anyone wanting to know more about looking after horses and providing you with the knowledge and practice of looking after a well-mannered horse in the stable and at grass. Those wishing to take the exam at the end of the course must be current members of the BHS and over 14 years of age. Copies of the syllabus and details on exam dates and venues are available from the British Horse Society

7pm - 8.30pm for 10 weeks.  Members £250, non members £300.

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7.30 In the Equicise Studio Horses are wonderful animals and we should all take the time to learn a little about their behaviour and try to understand how they view the world.  This talk will help you to develop the best possible partnership with any horse you may ride as you will be able to appreciate the reasons behind their reactions in a variety of situations – especially unexpected ones – and respond accordingly.  We will discuss what prompts horses to react in certain ways and what riders should do to take control of the situation, thereby improving their safety and confidence.

FREE FOR WVS MEMBERS  Numbers limited - CLICK HERE TO BOOK

We at WVS are committed to raising money for Charity and our Annual Sponsored Ride is our biggest event raising nearly £1 million pounds over the last 44 years with over £340,000 for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity alone. WVS Members are invited to take part in the ride on Sunday or Tuesday and all we ask is that you raise a minimum amount via Justgiving for our chosen charity. To make it more fun (and challenging!) you will also need to think of a fancy dress outfit to wear. The ten mile ride covers Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park and includes a wonderful parade down the High Street on the way out and back and finishes with lunch and prize giving. Put the date in your diary and start planning your costume!

We at WVS are committed to raising money for Charity and our Annual Sponsored Ride is our biggest event raising nearly £1 million pounds over the last 44 years with over £340,000 for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity alone. WVS Members are invited to take part in the ride on Sunday or Tuesday and all we ask is that you raise a minimum amount via Justgiving for our chosen charity. To make it more fun (and challenging!) you will also need to think of a fancy dress outfit to wear. The ten mile ride covers Wimbledon Common and Richmond Park and includes a wonderful parade down the High Street on the way out and back and finishes with lunch and prize giving. Put the date in your diary and start planning your costume!

Our magical Christmas Carol Concert is an essential part of the Christmas festivities. Carols are sung in the Stable Yard accompanied by a choir and, for the children, there is even a visit from Santa. Hot drinks, mulled wine and mince pies are served. It is a wonderful event enjoyed by children of all ages and adults too! There are two performances one at 5 and the second at 6.15. Numbers are limited, and tickets sell out FAST.

Kindly sponsored by andrew scott robertson.

In the Equicise Studio at 12.30 Another Christmas get-together for Members.

It's a great way for everyone to meet up before Christmas and for you to kick off the festive activities with your horse riding friends.

Wednesday 19th December - The Puissance Night! The world's most celebrated equestrian event, The Olympia International Horse Show includes a packed itinerary, indoor driving, show jumping, equestrian displays, Kennel Club dog agility, the Shetland Pony Grand ... Join us in our private box and enjoy the best seats in the house. The package includes a delicious buffet dinner and drinks.

7.30 p.m. The Library, Dog and Fox. Members' Christmas Dinner, join us for a delicious Christmas meal and Party Fun! £42 per head including welcome drinks.

Start Christmas day off bright and early by coming in to help us out with the early yard work. You should arrive anytime from 8.00 and don't worry if you have no previous experience as there is always plenty of sweeping to be done as well as making teas, coffees and breakfast for the volunteers! After the work is done we will have some delicious bacon sarnies and buck's fizz. Anyone that helps (Members only) can have a free ride during the Christmas Holiday Period (between 22nd December and 9th January.

Boxing Day

Work off that Christmas Lunch by  coming to the stables bright and early to help us out with the early yard work.  You should arrive anytime from 8.00 and don't worry if you have no previous experience as there is always plenty of sweeping to be done as well as making teas, coffees and breakfast for the volunteers! After the work is done we will have some delicious bacon sarnies and buck's fizz. Anyone that helps (Members only) can have also enjoy a free Boxing Day ride!

New Year's Day

Clear your head after the New Year celebrations by coming to the stables bright and early to help us out with the early yard work.  You should arrive anytime from 8.00 and don't worry if you have no previous experience as there is always plenty of sweeping to be done as well as making teas, coffees and breakfast for the volunteers! After the work is done we will have some delicious bacon sarnies and buck's fizz. Anyone that helps (Members only) can have also enjoy a free New Years Day ride!

The WVS Charity Ball at the Hotel du Vin, Wimbledon is THE social event of the year! Starting with a reception in the with bubbles flowing, followed by a superb three course meal,  and rounded off by dancing until the early hours to our live band. Come on your own, or bring family and friends you will be guaranteed to have a good time!