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Thurlow Ride
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Thurlow Ride is being organised by Mel Sharp and the booking agent is Equine Bookings
About this Event
A PLEASURE RIDE OF APPROXIMATELY 12 MILES THROUGH BEAUTIFUL WOODLAND AND OPEN COUNTRY PLENTY OF OPTIONAL JUMPS.
STARTING AT ANY TIME BETWEEN 9.00AM AND 2.00PM
FROM WESTON WOODS FARM, WESTON COLVILLE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB21 5NR
(On the Suffolk/Cambridgeshire Borders south of Newmarket) by kind permission of the Vestey Family
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Emergency contact on the day Mel Brooks: 07982 766595 and Mel Sharp: 07714 263601
Useful Dates & Times
| Event Opens: | 29/09/2024 15:52 |
| Booking Closes: | 25/09/2024 15:53 |
| Withdrawal Date: | 25/09/2024 |
Medical Cover
Please note medical cover is included in the cost of entry for this event.
Event Contacts
Organiser
Secretary
Booking
Adult
From£30.00 + non-refundable booking fee (charged per ticket).
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Child
From£15.00 + non-refundable booking fee (charged per ticket).
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Refund, Withdrawals & Entry Changes
Withdrawal Date: 25/09/2024
No Refunds after the withdrawal date for whatever reason. Before this date full refunds to be given.
In the unfortunate situation of the event having to cancel all entries will be refunded in full minus any booking fees
After the closing date please contact the event Organiser melsharp-horse@outlook.com to make any changes
Before the closing date please login to your Horse Events Account and cancel your entry. If a refund is due this will be processed automatically. To withdraw after the closing date please contact the event Organiser melsharp-horse@outlook.com
Location
Address
WESTON WOODS FARMWESTON COLVILLE
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
CB21 5NR
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Directions
Entry information
Entry – Adults: £35.00 & Children under 15: £20.00
CURRENT THURLOW SUBSCRIBERS – ADULTS £30 & CHILDREN £15
All entries are subject to a non refundable booking fee as stated online
Entry fee includes contribution towards ambulance services.
Entry Conditions
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:
- The ride will take place around Thurlow Estate. The ride is NOT competitive and will not be timed. All riders completing the course will be awarded a rosette.
- Riders MUST report to the secretary before commencing and on completion of the ride, Riders MUST wear allocated numbers at all times.
- The organisers reserve the right to retire any horse/pony or rider without stating a reason. The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry without stating a reason.
- Riding hats which are secured at three points, correct PAS 015 or BSEN1384 standard should be worn at all times whilst mounted, along with suitable clothing and footwear. Back protectors are advisable. All horses tack must be of a safe standard, properly fitting and checked by the rider prior to the start of the ride.
- Children under the age of 15 MUST be accompanied throughout the ride by a responsible adult.NO horse or pony under the age of 4 years may be entered.
- Riders MUST ride safely and with consideration to others. Please ASK BEFORE PASSING. Remember there are young horses and riders taking part!
- The route will be clearly marked and should be strictly followed. Stewards will be present during the day. They are there for your safety so please follow their instructions.
- All riders understand and agree that they ride at their own risk and have their own adequate insurance. NO claim can be made against Thurlow Estate or the organisers for whatever reason.
- There will be a paramedic in attendance. A Veterinary surgeon will be on call.
- No liability for any damage to person, horse/pony or property, however caused will be accepted. Farrier/Vet fees will be responsibility of owner/rider.
- It is advisable to carry at least one lead rope within each group.
- Entry fees should be received by Wednesday 25th September 2024 made via https://www.horse-events.co.uk
- Entry fees are non refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organisers.
- Dogs must be kept on leads at all times.
- PLEASE DO NOT DROP LITTER.
- Entry implies acceptance of all these conditions.
Event Directions & additonal details
DIRECTIONS TO VENUE
Directions from Bury St Edmunds
Take the A143 southeast out of Bury St Edmunds.
Follow this road for approximately 5 miles, passing through Wickhambrook and then 2 miles later HM Prison, Highpoint Prison.
After the prison, continue the A143 for 1 mile. The turning to Great Thurlow is the second on the right after the prison – beyond the turning to Little Thurlow.
Follow this road for 2 miles into Great Thurlow, cross the bridge over the ford and at the crossroads turn right. Continue past the garage on your right, The Cock Inn
on your left and take the next turning on your left (Temple End Road). The event will be signposted (“Thurlow Ride”) from here.
Directions from Newmarket
From Newmarket, take the B1061 southwest, signposted to Haverhill. 3 miles along the road is Dullingham. Continue past the turning for Burrough Green and
Haverhill and carry on towards Brinkley and the sharp left-hand bend. Immediately upon exiting the bend take the immediate left hand turn into High Street Brinkley.
(Will be signposted “Thurlow Ride”). Continue on High Street (the road changes name to Brinkley Road) – after 0.7m turn right to Church Road and after 0.3m left
onto Carlton Green Road. Continue straight to Carlton Green and follow the “Thurlow Ride” signs.
Directions from the West
From the A505, exit at the Fourwentways roundabout and take the A1307 signposted Linton and Haverhill.
Follow the road through Linton and pass Horseheath. On passing the sings to Shudy/Castle Camps, the road descends; take the next turning left signposted
Withersfield and Thurlow. Continue on this road until you get to the White Horse Inn – take the left turn opposite the pub – (signposted West Wratting). Continue
down this road until you reach the turning for West Wratting on your right. Turn right and follow the “Thurlow Ride” signs to the event.
On site Facilities
Teas, Coffees, Burgers, Hot Dogs and Snacks available on the day.
Photography by Richard Weller-Poley – www.rwpphoto.com
Terms and Conditions
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:
- The ride will take place around Thurlow Estate. The ride is NOT competitive and will not be timed. All riders completing the course will be awarded a rosette.
- Riders MUST report to the secretary before commencing and on completion of the ride,.Riders MUST wear allocated numbers at all times.
- The organisers reserve the right to retire any horse/pony or rider without stating a reason. The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry without stating a reason.
- Riding hats which are secured at three points, correct PAS 015 or BSEN1384 standard should be worn at all times whilst mounted, along with suitable clothing and footwear. Back protectors are advisable. All horses tack must be of a safe standard, properly fitting and checked by the rider prior to the start of the ride.
- Children under the age of 15 MUST be accompanied throughout the ride by a responsible adult.NO horse or pony under the age of 4 years may be entered.
- Riders MUST ride safely and with consideration to others. Please ASK BEFORE PASSING. Remember there are young horses and riders taking part!
- The route will be clearly marked and should be strictly followed. Stewards will be present during the day. They are there for your safety so please follow their instructions.
- All riders understand and agree that they ride at their own risk and have their own adequate insurance. NO claim can be made against Thurlow Estate or the organisers for whatever reason.
- There will be a paramedic in attendance. A Veterinary surgeon will be on call.
- No liability for any damage to person, horse/pony or property, however caused will be accepted. Farrier/Vet fees will be responsibility of owner/rider.
- It is advisable to carry at least one lead rope within each group.
- Entry fees should be received by Wednesday 25th September 2024 made via https://www.horse-events.co.uk
- Entry fees are non refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organisers.
- Dogs must be kept on leads at all times.
- PLEASE DO NOT DROP LITTER.
- Entry implies acceptance of all these conditions.