A Fun Summer Of Events
There is so much going on this summer at Northcote Stud with the main event, the Young Horse Show, at the end of May. Gail Bailey caught up with Millie Coultherd to find out more
The Ribble Valley is incredibly lucky to have the North of England’s premier equestrian venue right here on our doorstep, and for anyone who hasn’t experienced the thrill of this top-level sport it’s the perfect place for a fun afternoon: “We have three incredible events this year, with the next one being our prestigious Young Horse Show, from 29th May to 2nd June,” says Millie Coultherd, Northcote Stud’s Events Co-ordinator.
The Young Horse Show at Northcote Stud is one of the biggest in the UK with 200 horses stabled on-site, with another 100 travelling in daily.
“The event is for up-and-coming young horses and is fantastic experience for them and their riders. The focus is on courses that are built purposely for the age of the horse, so it’s the ideal opportunity to develop a young horse’s skills,” Millie explains.
“We have Big Star and Talent Seekers Qualifiers and the Grand Prix on Saturday afternoon, which has a height of 1.45 metres and an exciting first prize of £2k! On Sunday there will be the finals for the four, five, six and seven year olds.”
From 26th to 28th July the Bronze and Silver Northern Qualifiers for the Horse of the Year Show 2024 will also be taking place at Northcote: “The Horse of the Year Show is one of the biggest events in the equestrian calendar,” says Millie. “And it is a privilege to hold some of the qualifying rounds here at our wonderful venue.”
These fabulous events at Northcote Stud are open to the public with free entry and an array of refreshments on the site: “We have the Bridle Café which has a focus on modern street food and the Saddle Lounge, which is a stylish, comfortable space to relax, with a wonderful view of the arena and a full-service bar. It is also available to hire for both corporate and family events,” explains Millie.
At the Young Horse Show there is the added bonus of a marquee with bar, a food vendor and ice cream truck: “It really is the perfect day out,” says Millie. “It is an opportunity to relax with family and friends and watch top level sport at a local Ribble Valley venue.”
There are also opportunities to sponsor an event, or a category, or even to invest in a show jumping horse – with lots of benefits for both corporate and individual sponsors, including the opportunity to meet the winning athletes with presentation photographs.
Alongside offering top level sport on a national circuit, Northcote Stud also has a fabulous signature livery package which includes everything you could possibly want for both rider and horse and a range of training opportunities: “We offer training across all Olympic disciplines,” explains Millie. “We have world class facilities and a range of resident and visiting coaches. Northcote is an ideal place to prepare for competition or continue your horse’s education.”
Northcote Stud
Northcote Road, Old Langho, Blackburn BB6 8BE
01254 790025
07774 968006
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