News | 20 May 2025

Week 20 May 2025

What’s on this month

Use the calendar on the website to see what’s on and book.

 

Hats

Just to remind you that for XC riding (at all levels) including eventing, arena eventing, Tetrathlon, and hunter trials, pony racing and games (whether it be tests, rallies, training or competitions) a jockey skull cap must be worn with no fixed peak, peak type extension or noticeable protuberance above the eyes or to the front, or should have an even round or elliptical shape with a smooth or slightly abrasive surface, having no peak or peak type extensions. A removable hat cover with a light flexible peak may be used if required.

This applies to any member attending mini camp who wants to be jumping the tiny jumps.

It is also compulsory to wear a body protector of the correct standard for all Pony Club cross country riding. BETA 2018 Level 3.

 

D and D+ Test

D and D+ test for non mini camp members Friday 30th May, 4pm at Glan Y Wern Farm.

 

Setting up for Camp

Parents needed to help set up for Mini Camp on Wednesday 28th May at 6pm:

  • 2 show jumping courses
  • Games equipment
  • Grid
  • Road rider
  • XC course
  • Putting tables & chairs in place inside marquee

We will also need 3 or 4 people to help set up dressage arenas on Tuesday 27th May at 6.30pm

We look forward to seeing everyone at mini camp.

Donations of cakes and biscuits will be greatly appreciated.

 

Secondhand stall

There will be a second-hand tack and clothing stall at minicamp, if anybody wants to sell their jods, PC sweaters, polo shirts, jackets, boots, body protectors, etc. (NOT HATS)

Please bring them along. Bethan will supply envelopes for you to put your name and price on, so that you can get the money. The envelope will be pinned onto your item.

 

Selection for UK Polocrosse Teams

Congratulations to two of the members of Flint & Denbigh Pony Club who have been selected to play for the UK in upcoming Polocrosse competitions.

  • Katie Davies has been selected to play on the UK Under 25s team against Ireland this weekend at Cheshire Polo Club. This is a fantastic achievement for Katie and her two horses Tano and Goa.
  • Daisy Stone has been selected to go to Australia in July with the UK Under 16s team. This is a very exciting opportunity for Daisy and the team to be able to go and play against the Australian Polocrosse teams.

 

Area Mounted Games Competition at Higher Farm

On 10th May our junior team and Helen competed at the Area competition. The competition was tough, but everyone gave their best. The junior team, consisting of Catrin Morgan, Elis Roberts, Alys Evans, Megan Evans, and Anni Morgan, finished in 4th place. Helen and her pair also finished in 4th place. Well done to all!

As always, a big thank you to the parents for their continued support and to our trainer, Joe.

 

Royal Windsor Horse Show

Congratulations to Helen Jones who was a member of the Welsh games team and were placed 2nd at the Sunday Grand Final. They won the overall section over the week. Such an amazing experience. Helen has been an inspiration to the younger games members.

Helen and Chester had an amazing week in Windsor meeting loads of people, experiencing lots of different things, and riding in a really thrilling competition arena. Helen is really grateful for all of the support from the Flint and Denbigh Pony Club and the training, coaching and friendship she has had over the years that helped her to get to Windsor in 2025 to represent Wales. Read the full report here: