Competitors at The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon Festival of
Endurance 2011 enjoyed excellent weather as they competed in
glorious sunshine over the roof of Mid-Wales surrounded by the
breath-taking scenery.
Competitors at The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon Festival of Endurance 2011 enjoyed excellent weather as they competed in glorious sunshine
Tricia Hirst travelled from her home in Welshpool, Powys to win
The British Horse Feeds Red Dragon with her French Anglo Arab
Madjin. Also awarded Best Condition (164km) and the Farrier's
Award, this was an excellent finish to the season for Tricia, who
was a member of the British Team at the European's earlier this
year.
Heading the British Horse Feeds Dragon's Tail,
Leicestershire-based Larissa Whiley and her 13-year-old Arab Ben
Shah had a fantastic ride and Larissa is delighted with her first
place prize - a year's supply of feed from British Horse Feeds.
Said Larissa: "Ben Shah loved the heat and the going was excellent,
the prizes are very much appreciated."
British Horse Feeds Dragon's Tail winner - Leicestershire-based Larissa Whiley
Young rider Lauren Mills (17) won The British Horse Feeds Little
Dragon after an exciting racing finish. Riding pure bred Arab
Oakleaze Farm Czarko, Lauren only started competing in endurance
three years ago and is over the moon with her win.
"Oakleaze Farm Czarko really enjoyed the ride and was pulling
the whole way round! It still hasn't really sunk in that we won,"
said Lauren.
British Horse Feeds also launched a special recognition award at
this year's Red Dragon for 'Best Crew Member'. Entries came in
thick and fast from riders praising the excellent support they
receive from crew members but one lady shone out against all
others.
Martin Bielby of British Horse Feeds explains: "We received two
entries nominating Jane Smith who always goes the extra mile to
help despite a hectic working life and an imminent hip
replacement.
"Riders described Jane as 'a selfless star' and are convinced
her calm presence and excellent map reading skills help them to
improve grades. A very well-deserved win."