"I like dressage practices as they are different and in competitions I like the surprise of where I have come."
Lottie, Peacehaven
"Helping with the Group is like being part of a big happy family and so rewarding to see children grow in confidence and ability."
Jacky, Hassocks
"Nancy has blossomed in her riding ability and confidence since joining the Group. The volunteers’ commitment and care is truly humbling."
Tracey, Brighton
On 9th May 2018 HRH The Princess Royal visited our group at Plumpton as part of our 50th Anniversary celebrations. It was such an exciting afternoon. She arrived by helicopter and was greeted outside the arena by lots of local dignatories. The Princess then entered the arena and met all our riders and ponies. She got involved with our Countryside Challenge demonstration by handing out letters f...
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After a cool beginning to the weekend, things warmed up and riders and ground crew were very pleased to be told they could go without jackets on the first afternoon of the National Championships. Toby and Toby came 9th and William with Rose 13th out of a class of 21 which was a very respectable result in such a large class. On the Sunday Rose was an absolute gem, and even when William had tack issues neither panicked and the test was c...
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Afternoon everyone!
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) September 19, 2018
A bit blustery but hope to see you all this afternoon, all ready for the start of our Autumn Term.
Out and about at Firle House giving a Countryside Challenge demo to The Trefoil Guild. pic.twitter.com/tkiradRnpb
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) September 13, 2018
Today Hope in the Valley gave a demonstration of the Countryside Challenge to the Trefoil Guild ladies of East Sussex (and possibly some of West Sussex..🤔)....
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) September 12, 2018
The rain held off, equipment was loaded....... https://t.co/m9LIZ6meUz
Hope in the Valley at Firle ...
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) September 12, 2018
Setting up the arena.
Just a reminder to everyone... No RDA tomorrow as two riders and two ponies are giving a demonstration at Firle to the Trefoil Guild.
— RDAHopeintheValley (@RDAhopeinvalley) September 11, 2018
I'm keeping everything crossed for better weather than is predicted!
See everyone next week.
