LouiseM Lesson 25th Day - Venue

[RLD]

Hi,

The other thread was getting a bit busy and confusing so though I'd start this.

From other thread the groups are:

8am:
Group A: Leg-end
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Following:Group B: RLD
Scarlett
MCTM
Following:Group C: RLD
Saf
FrannieUK
Following:Group B/C:Sj-xc-hannah
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Following:
I still have unconfirmed...
Ime,Ihatework,Llanali,NR99,1t34,Vic07,

Sparsholt is about 100miles from me, Henley about 110miles. I have transport so both are doable but obvs alot of diesel!

Is there anywhere that we could think of that would be a bit closer to the M25? If I am the only one it is a long trip for then I will go with the majority but as the venue hasn't been confirmed yet thought I'd ask!

 

[Scarlett]

Whereabouts are you? Would Guildford on the evening of the 24th be any easier - assuming I can find a venue?

 

[Leg_end]

Being entirely selfish, as I'm Newbury way (and on at 8am) Sparsholt or Ali16's place works for me.. And I'm pretty sure FrannieUK is more South so nearer A34 would possibly be easier for her too (but don't quote me on that)

As Scarlett said, would the Guildford session be better?

 

[RLD]

I'm in Kent M25 J4. I can't do the 24th as it is my Birthday and my friends have made plans for that evening.

Like I said if I am the only one those venues are a long way for then I will just go with the majority. I just thought if most people are based in Guildford or around that way it would make a big difference to me as it is half the distance.

 

[Leg_end]

Oh, that's a pain I know there was going to be a Henley session but lack of venue has cancelled that one out...

 

[RLD]

No worries. Where is Ali16s place - was that the M4 J14 one? According to google that is Hungerford? Thats about 100miles too so would be the same as Sparsholt for me.

 

[Ali16]

Like I said on the other thread.. very happy to use my place and kick Edward out for the day.

Also happy to make up numbers if need be as I have millions of horses & some clients that would love to join in

ETA - yes, near Hungerford - about 10 mins off J14 M4.

 

[ihatework]

Oh, that's a pain I know there was going to be a Henley session but lack of venue has cancelled that one out...

We can get a Henley venue but there isn't sufficinet interest to make it worthwhile, clash of timings etc.

I'm out whatever.

Sounds to me though that sessions in this order would work best

Guildford - Hungerford - South West

 

[MCTM]

Thoughts for venues in the Guildford area....

Parwood has a great outdoor arena with good range of jumps but can work out quite expensive, they organise their own clinics but now sure how receptive they'd be to this.

Unfortunately the yard I have my main horse isn't suitable (school is too narrow and they don't like external people using the facilities). The other yard in Worplesdon (just north of Guildford) where I have my old mare could be a possibility if we get desperate - its 25 x 60m with a good surface. The choice of jumps there isn't great but I could take my J4J jumps along to supplement, depends what we need really. Maybe Saf can suggest other venues?

But I'm happy to go to Sparsholt or Hungerford, (flexibility is my middle name ) Henley is also do-able but not the best journey for me personally.

 

[MCTM]

Also, is Star still up for this? I haven't read all of the other thread(s) but she seemed keen earlier on and she is based just down the road from me.

 

[Scarlett]

Parwood is booked on the 24th so sadly a no go - Merrist Wood is available, however is £50 an hour. I've emailled a few others and am waiting on a reply from one in Worplesdon who have said maybe but are checking timings...

 

[ihatework]

What about somewhere like Farley Hall - equidistant from Guildford, Bucks/Oxon, Hungerford

 

[MCTM]

Farley Hall would be great!

 

[Saf]

Farley Hall is a great venue friend is there. Scarlett did you try Bonnishot I'm still at work so cant read all the replies x

 

[TiaPony]

Farley Hall is a great venue friend is there. Scarlett did you try Bonnishot I'm still at work so cant read all the replies x

I'm liveried there, I can drop yo a text if it helps?

 

[Scarlett]

Have text Sara at Bonnieshott and am waiting on a reply

TiaPony, are you at Bonnieshott? My friend is liveried there, am there fairly regularly...

 

[TiaPony]

Have text Sara at Bonnieshott and am waiting on a reply

TiaPony, are you at Bonnieshott? My friend is liveried there, am there fairly regularly...

Yes I am Who's your friend (better to describe their horse, I'm not very good at peoples names!) ? If you've ever been up and there was a bright yellow fiesta there, likelihood is that we've met! I've spotted Saf there before but am far too shy to say much, we all just gawp at how lovely her horse goes!

 

[Scarlett]

Toby the poorly TB who is using the stable just now used to be mine and is owned by my friend Susie

Yes, I've stood gawping at Saf too I've got a silver Shogun, will say hello next time I see your car.

 

[Scarlett]

Oh, can you speak to Sara too? Maybe you can help sway it

 

[MCTM]

I also have one of my horses at Bonnishott (not the one I'm bringing to this). As I said before I could bring some more jumps and fillers over too - including a water tray.

 

[TiaPony]

I also have one of my horses at Bonnishott (not the one I'm bringing to this). As I said before I could bring some more jumps and fillers over too - including a water tray.

Woah, who are you then?!? Never had someone from the same yard as me on here before..

Just to confuse matters, I sold my car today so will no longer be recognisable with the yellow bug. Will try and catch Sara tomorrow, can't see why she would say no!

 

[MCTM]

Woah, who are you then?!? Never had someone from the same yard as me on here before..

Just to confuse matters, I sold my car today so will no longer be recognisable with the yellow bug. Will try and catch Sara tomorrow, can't see why she would say no!

Not been there long - have Molly, chestnut mare. I remember your (old) car but can't put a face to it! Hopefully say hello sometime over the weekend. Fingers crossed that Sara says yes...

 

[ecrozier]

Oh now Farley Hall I could get too! Keep me updated

 

[RLD]

Farley Hall is a bit closer for me...

Where is Bonnishott?

 

[Scarlett]

Bonnishott is just outside Guildford - lovely big school

About to contact Farley Hall too.

 

[MCTM]

Farley Hall is a bit closer for me...

Where is Bonnishott?

Bonnishott is in Worplesdon, about 5 mins from Merrist Wood. Farley Hall has better jumps available on site, both schools are good.

 

[Saf]

Yes I am Who's your friend (better to describe their horse, I'm not very good at peoples names!) ? If you've ever been up and there was a bright yellow fiesta there, likelihood is that we've met! I've spotted Saf there before but am far too shy to say much, we all just gawp at how lovely her horse goes!

TiaPony I blush at your comments thank you, but please do come say hi hope we can all meet up if this works out yip

 

[fruity]

If it's near Henley then count me in,Hungerford ok,guildford a little too far for me.

 

[ecrozier]

Em, Farley hall is not too bad just outside reading. If motorways easiest would run up A404 then two junctions along M4, it's reasonably close to Wellington I think?

 

[RLD]

Bonnishott would be great for me then - only 50 miles! Otherwise Farley Hall would still be a better journey for me than Sparsholt.