We are delighted to be back on track and fully open! While we are still isolating the pony as a precaution, things are running smoothly. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported us—whether by helping on the yard, fundraising, or donating. Your generosity is truly appreciated and has once again made a big difference in managing our finances.
Money Jar Appeal
Please don’t forget to bring in your Jars—whether coins or notes in jars! So far, we have received contributions from seven participants out of an expected 120, so we still have a long way to go!
Half-Term Highlights
During half-term, the horses were able to enjoy hacking on dry days, as well as jumping and clinic sessions. We have also been fortunate to borrow a pony from Alex and Emily Farleigh at Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre, which we hope will cover Marmite’s work.
Additionally, we had the privilege of hosting two special visitors who were eager to learn more about our voluntary group and unique centre, now offering over 12 different activities. They spent 3.5 hours with us and particularly enjoyed our circle/coffee break. A heartfelt thanks to those who gave up their Monday to welcome them, especially those who stayed to chat and assist!
Upcoming Fundraising Events
- Rotary Club Quiz Night – Partly in support of us (see poster attached)
- Cream Tea Event – Ugborough Village Hall
- Lynsey’s Moorland Ride
- Rattery Country Fair
- Devon Vintage Cars – Supporting us this year
Competitions
We are entering competition season! Well done to everyone who participated in the creative writing competition—the entries have been submitted, and we eagerly await the results.
For those interested in competing in the ICC and regional events, please speak to Peggy as soon as possible.
Important Notices
- Rubbish – Please take your own rubbish home. If you have extra space in your black bin, we would be very grateful if you could take an additional bag.
- Doors – Please ensure all doors are properly shut. We are using an excessive amount of electricity, much of which is due to doors being left open.
- Signing In – Please sign in individually and follow the instructions in the book.
- Contacting Peggy – Please use email or WhatsApp and keep messages within sociable hours (e.g., not at 8 AM on a Sunday or 10 PM at night!).
A Warm Welcome!
A huge welcome to all our new volunteers and riders who have joined us over the past few weeks. We’re looking forward to getting started—hopefully with some better weather!
Donations Needed
As always, we are in need of tea, coffee, chocolate, cleaning products, and other essentials. Any contributions are greatly appreciated—thank you in advance!
We can’t wait for all the exciting things ahead this month. Please look carefully at the dates they are done though to the summer!
Dates:
- 10th March – Happy hoof
- 11th March – Accessible Social Club
- 16th March – Cream tea event (poster above)
- 18th March – Quiz event (poster above)
- 1st April – Tea with a pony 3pm
- 7th April – Happy hoof – Bowling
- 10th April – No evening session
- 12th April – Last session before easter
- 14th April – 22nd April – Easter holiday
- 23rd April – Sessions restart
- 29th April – Countryside challenge and SJ – Regionals (The Brook) – help needed
- 2nd – 4th May – ICC Bicton (No sessions)
- 12th May – Happy Hoof
- 20th May – Dressage Regionals (Lakefield) – Help needed
- 26th – 31st May – Half term
- 9th June – Helper training week
- 5th July – No Riding
- 28th, 30th, 1st, 2nd, 3rd June/ July – coffee morning week
- 10 – 13th July – Nationals / No Riding
- 17th July – Last session before summer / AGM and BBQ
- 2nd Aug – Rattery village fair
