We have all been saddened by recent tragic events and illnesses that have struck those close to us within the eventing community. As part of this community, we felt that it would be great to do something positive and try to help those affected and thus The Eventing Family has been born.
We have raised over £40,000 for our good causes. A final figure will be published here shortly.
Helen West tells us that her Mother, Pat West, passed away last night at the Rowcroft Hospice in Devon.
Eventing is based on the partnership between horse and rider, but it cannot thrive without its wider community or family. Every event relies on organisers, volunteers and officials. Every competitor has supporters: their family, friends, farrier, vet, yard owner, groom, coach, lorry driver, best friend. Our Eventing Family.
Andrew Nicholson
Andrew Nicholson offered a unique opportunity for the winner to spend a day (with their horse) at his yard, joining in with the day's activities and having a lesson with Andrew. The winner of this lot is happy to wait until Andrew has recovered from his recent injury.
Six Nations
Malcolm Wharton CBE donated two tickets to the England - Ireland Six Nations match at Twickenham. They were won in the auction by one of our regular Fence Judges, who has recently received treatment for cancer. A top-class rugby match is on her "bucket list".
Laura Collett
Laura offered a visit to her yard. Wendy Leiter won the lot for her 12 year old daughter, Megan. They will have their day with Laura in October. Megan has written this to tell us what it means to her
A unique sport where men and women compete on equal terms
Jemima Green at Goring Horse Trials in 2012
What a night! Over 300 enjoyed the meal, auction, band and party in the tent.
The nation's funkiest 10 piece band. Well-known across the South West, this band has a loyal following thanks to their great music.
MNDA
Pat West has asked us to support the Motor Neurone Disease Association.
Cancer Research UK
Teenage Cancer Trust
Spinal Research
Jemima Green has asked us to support Spinal Research, the UK’s leading charity funding medical research around the world to develop reliable treatments for paralysis caused by a broken back or neck.