Meanwhile at the opposite end of the UK, ex-racehorses are on show at the International Horse Trials and Country Fair at Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Scotland. Quite apart from the ones taking part in the horse trials themselves, retired racehorses reschooled for the showring will be strutting their stuff when the Ex-Racers Club holds its Scottish 'Champion of Champions' championship on Sunday 24th August.
The championship is supported by ROR, Bailey's Horse Feeds , Feedmark and Mountain Horse. All the entrants have had to qualify by coming first or second at one of the qualifying classes held at shows all round the country throughout the summer - so they really have reached an inspiringly high standard. The winner will receive a trophy from Rehabilitation of Racehorses, and there will be extra-luxurious rosettes up to sixth place. There are also special awards for the best veterans and best junior riders.
The ex-racers classes start at 9.00 am, in the Castle Arena. Day tickets are available at the gate, children under 12 years of age go in free, and there is free parking. It should be a wonderful day's outing, with a wide range of events and entertainments going on. And on a historical note, the Olympic Handover Flag will be raised, to celebrate the moment London becomes the official Host City of the Olympic Games.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
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