PREPARATIONS are well underway for the annual Enniskillen Horse and Pony Show which will be held on Saturday, June 20, at Necarne Castle, Irvinestown.
This is the ninth year that the show has been held at Necarne Castle and organisers are hoping this year will be the best yet.
"A full range of horse and pony showing classes are planned, alongside a wide variety of Show-Jumping Classes," explained
Desmond Rolston, Chairman. "There should be something to suit everyone."
John Chambers, senior course builder, said: "The ground conditions at Necarne are always superb. We are able to jump outdoors on grass regardless of the weather conditions, as the surface has been specially prepared, and is carefully managed. Necarne is definitely one of the best grass venues in Northern Ireland."
He added: "We are looking forward to a big turnout of competitors. One of the highlights will be the Fermanagh District Council Mini Grand Prix, with a prize fund of £500."
Other show jumping classes will also be run, from horse 90cms upwards, and 128cm to 148cm pony jumping classes.
In relation to showing classes, there will be all of the usual show pony classes from leading rein upwards, alongside classes for broodmares, young stock, miniature horses, ridden hunters, working hunters and Connemara qualifiers.
This year, the committee have decided to run a Family Fun Day alongside the show, with a bouncy castle for children and a dog show for four legged friends, in an effort to appeal to non-equine enthusiasts.
Show jumping classes will start at 9am and showing classes at 11am. The dog section will get underway at 2.30pm.
Schedules and further details are available from secretary Lynn Woods on 07989586254 or email enniskillenhorseshow@yahoo.co.uk.
Entries can be made on the day of the show.