Mrs. Wendy Hemns-Tucker B.H.S.I.I. regd

Tel : 01792 234428

BHS Approved Riding School since 1982

Situated on the beautiful Gower Peninsula near Swansea, South Wales

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Own a Pony Week

16th - 20th August

Call to book your place

 

Priority will be given to those booking for the 5 days, but single or half days may also be available.

 

Single and half days are available throughout the summer.

Summer Fun 2010

Charity BBQ 18th June

Gymkhanas

Medieval Days

Own a Pony Mornings

Own a Pony Days

Rides Out

As well as normal lessons and rides

*** Call now for more details and to book your place ***

 

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March 2009
10/02/2010
March Madness Write up coming soon

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February 2009
10/02/2010
February Half Term activities were great fun - details soon

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Fabulous Fun

The Febuary half term saw better weather than earlier in the year. So Own a Pony days, rides out and lessons all went ahead and were lots of fun.

 

January 2009
31/01/10
The ice and snow took over

Photos coming soon

 

Happy New Year to you all

Sadly the iceand snow delayed some rides throughout the Christmas Holidays and January.

However, when it was safe to ride and be around the horses, a lot of people braved the cold and came out for rides and Own a Pony mornings as well as normal rides.

If you are unsure if your lesson / ride will be on because of the Snow please call the stables.
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DECEMBER 2009
04/12/2009
Christmas Dinner Holidays

Details and photos coming soon

 

A packed out pub and lots of lovely grub

More people turned up to the Christmas dinner than had booked, so we all scooched up close in the function room to enjoy a lovely meal.

 

It was a great chance to catch up on the year's news, and wish everyone luck for the coming year.

 

Those that passed their Riding School Tests were awarded their certificates at the event. Congratulations to you all.

Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year to everyone from all of us at Copley.

 

Some photos will be posted soon.
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04/12/2009
Another Copley Wedding

Details and photos coming soon

 

Congratulations to our Copley Friends that married in December

It was a cold but lovely day when the two tied the knot in a beautiful Gowerton Church.

Family and friends got together to celebrate their union after the ceremony with some delicious food and fabulous music supplied by the family.

We wish them all the very best in their life together.

 

Some photos will be posted soon.
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04/12/2009
Christmas Dinner at The Beaufort Arms

A lovely way to start the Christmas Season

 

It was a really lovely start the Christmas celebratory period as we met in The Beaufort for our Christmas Dinner.

Nearly 50 people attended, including riders family and friends from across the years. Riding School Test certificates were handed out to riders who passed their tests last month.

 

Some photos will be posted soon.
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NOVEMBER 2009
2009
Autumn Events

A great Autumn Season 2009

As well as normal lessons, rides and OAP mornings, we also had...

 

A Superb Scottish Adventure and Wonderful Wedding

October Half Term Events

Riding School Tests

Medieval Games Taster Day

Gymkhana 2

Price Increase

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21/11/2009
A Superb Scottish Adventure and Wonderful Wedding

Congratulations,

and all the very best to the happy couple.

Some travelled up to Scotland to the wedding of a long term Copley-ite.

It was a fabulous wedding, and horses, humans and dog sent up a card and a gift to the special couple.

Two of us then had the opportunity to see a bit of Edinburgh, here we are preparing to storm the castle and trying to tell a statue how to improve its riding position
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OCTOBER 2009
26-30/10/2009
October Half Term

Half Term was full of fun, lots of rides, lessons, day courses and OAP sessions.
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24/10/2009
Riding School Tests

Congratulations to everyone that took part, and suceeded in passing their Riding School Tests.

Results :

4 riders gained Test 1

7 riders gained Test 2

4 riders gained Test 3

Your certificates will be awarded at the Christmas Dinner (04/12/09), if you are unable to attend please see Wendy.

The Riding School Tests were held at the stables, and were monitored by an external examiner.

Some joined a pre-Test Own A Pony morning, which helped them to iron out some knowledge and some nerves.

Everyone and everypony did their very best for the day and all did very well.

Riders wishing to take further tests are advised to attend a Day Course in the holidays, or an OAP morning (Held every Sat & Sun) to be properly prepared for the next tests.

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17/10/2009
Medieval Games Taster Day

Results

1st Place : Order of the Red Rose

2nd Place : Order of the Green Oak

We held a Medieval Games Taster Day at the riding school, it was a
fun introduction for adults and children alike, with riders from the stables, and from a local re-enactment group part of Regia Angolorum.


Lord Copley called for a tournament and divided the riders into two teams (The Order of the Red Rose and the The Order of the Green Oak).

Over three sessions, according to ability (Knights, Pages, Squires), everyone had a go at sword, spear and lance, first some practice goes, then a chance to earn some points. Some riders were lead by volunteers who worked really hard, while trying not to get their heads chopped off by foam weapons.

Everyone who took part joined in with a really positive spirit, they all pulled their weight with helping on the ground and sorting out ponies, and some parents took the photos for us. Most of the kids didn't want to leave at the end of the day.

Prizes were awarded at the end of the day. A Shield with a golden horses head (and bragging rights) to the winning team and a wooden spoon with a silver horses' head to the runners-up. These are to be kept in the stables to be fought over in the future. Each competitor was awarded a sealed scroll and a gold or silver coin from the treasury of Lord Copley.


All in all, it was a smashing day.

MANY THANKS

Thanks to everyone who helped in many tasks before, during and after the day. Thanks to Wendy, Ponies, Supporters, Marshals, Lord Copley, Photographers, competitors and everyone who took part and helped before, during and after the day. Your positive and fun attitudes really made the day a success.

 
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SEPTEMBER 2009
19/09/2009
Gymkhana 2

We had another great gymkhana

 

Lots of riders took part in the second gymkhana of the season, as ever the day was filled with fun and laughter.

Some riders bravely tried classes that were completely new to them, and again the leaders did a great job.

Thanks to all riders, ponies, horses, helpers, leaders, supporters, and of course the dog!

The following classes were held

Fancy Dress (Theme : Sea Life)

Bending Race

Cup Race

Ball and Bucket Race

Lead Rein Jumping

Musical Chairs

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14/09/2009
Price Increase

Please note that prices will increase from the 14th September 2009
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AUGUST 2009
2009
Summer Events

A great Summer Season 2009

As well as normal lessons, rides and OAP mornings, we also had...

Own A Pony Week

Gymkhana 1

Annual Charity BBQ

Birthday at the Beaufort

New group starts games

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17-21/08/2009
Own a Pony Week

Own a Pony Week

All the fun of owning a pony for a week.

Some riders came for the full week and others for individual days.

They all had lots of chances to ride and learn about looking after their ponies, as well as chances to win points in horse care, gymkhana games and other skills too.

A big thanks to those that took part and the ponies, especially one who let the riders stick labels of points of the horse on her!
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JULY 2009
18/07/2009
Gymkhana 1

The gymkhana was well attended and lots of fun

Lots of people came to the gymkhana. The weather was good and everyone on good form.

It was lovely to see so many taking part, and especially lovely to see the effort that went in to the Fancy Dress class.

Everyone who tried the new class of Ball and Bucket race did well. Also the lead rein jumping really was a cuase for some laughs, as those who thought they were too good for lead rein got beaten by a younger rider!

Thanks to everyone that helped and took part.

Photos and more updates to come soon.

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10/07/2009
Annual Charity BBQ

The charity BBQ was well attended, and everyone had lots of fun despite the rain.

Thanks to everyone who joined us, and to everyone that helped and brought food.

Thanks also to Gwerin Y Gwyr and Cantref, who gave us a fun demo of Dark Ages fighting and let people learn about their weapons and armour.

We raised a good amount for the World Horse Welfare

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JUNE 2009
04/06/2009
Birthday at the Beaufort

Happy Birthday

Another year, another birthday and we headed to the Beaufort to celebrate it with our wonderful instructor. Even though it was very short notice there was a good turnout. One of the group brought a cake and we suprised the birthday girl with a rendition of Happy Birthday (suprisingly we didn't clear the pub with the same song!)
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06/06/2009
New Group Starts Games

Fun and Medieval Games

The first day of rain in a while saw a new group of riders start the medieval mounted games.

With a background in re-enactment the group are keen to add mounted skills as another string to their bows (Yes the terrible pun is intentional!) The riders all managed to have a go at the first of the games and did well.

 
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MAY 2009
2009
Spring Events

A fun Spring 2009 that kept us busy

As well as normal lessons, rides and OAP mornings, we also had...

Half Term Fun

Local Shows

Socials

New Web-site

Easter Bonnet Parade

Easter Egg Hunt

Hot Cross Bun Rides

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31/05/2009
Half Term Fun

WHOOOSH

There goes another half term flying by with a number of half and day courses as well as hacks, treks and lessons. Lots of fun was had over the week and we are all looking forward to a fun-packed summer now, which will be upon us before we know it!
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31/05/2009
Annual Trip to Badminton Horse Trials

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Badminton

The annual trip to Badminton went well. They enjoyed themsleves so much watching the dressage, walking the course and shopping, that they forgot to take photos for the web-site! Oh well next year please ladies.

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05/05/2009
May Day Showjumping at Gower Riding Club

Well Done

Our daring duo did their first Showjuming competition at Gower Riding Club on May Bank Holiday. They had a great time, as did their supporters. A big thanks to all the supporters.
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05/05/2009
BBQ Social at short notice

Yum

A social BBQ was organised at short notice. Liveries, riders and ex-riders came to enjoy a lovely evening off-site on Bank Holidays Sunday.

They braved the elements as long as possible for the main part of the BBQ. But, common sense finally kicked in and they retired indorrs to enjoy a cuppa and some of the fabulous desserts that people brought with them.

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05/05/2009
Web-site Updated

The web-site has been updated to included more details about the yard and the activities. Check back regularly for updates, if you want to contribute to the site then ask Wendy for details. The content includes :

Home Page: a summary of what Copley Stables offers.

Activities: more details about the activities.

News: upcoming activities, news and reports on past activities.

Prices: a guide to prices, call to confirm current prices

Find Us: directions, a better map will be uploaded soon

Booking: read this to make booking easier

Photos: check out our photo gallery, contact us if you want to contribute

Links: check out our links to other sites of interest

Medieval: read a bit about medieval activities

Gower: This page is under construction. It will explain a bit about the Gower and include some fantastic photos.

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05/05/2009
Half Term Fun

Well Done

Our daring duo did their first Showjuming competition at Gower Riding Club on May Bank Holiday. They had a great time, as did their supporters. A big thanks to all the supporters.
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APRIL 2009
20/04/2009
Dinner at The Beaufort

Yum

A group from the yard had another lovely dinner at the Beaufort on Friday. It was a lovely chance for us all to catch up. The food was delicious as usual. Let us know if you would like to join us for the next one and we will keep you updated.
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20/04/2009
Easter Holiday Events went well

A great Easter Schedule, with the Hot Cross Bun Rides, Easter Bonnet Parade, Easter Egg Hunt and Day courses as well as lessons, hacks and trecks.

Thanks to all that helped to make the events go smoothly, and to all that attended. We look forward to the next session of special events. See you at regular lessons and rides in the meantime!
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15/04/2009
Children's Day Course coming up

Fun ahead

Children's Day Course coming up during the Easter Holidays, call for mre information!

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15/04/2009
A fun day at the Easter Bonnet Parade and Easter Egg Hunt

10 youngsters took part in the Easter Bonnet Parade and Easter Egg Hunt.

The Easter Bonnets were beautifully prepared and gave the judge a hard job to choose the winners. 2 Rosettes were awarded, 1 for best dressed rider and one for best dressed horse.

The Easter Egg Hunt allowed everyone to ride around the routes in groups. Some of the younger riders were lead by brave Mums, who definately deserved some of the eggs at the end. The older riders enjoyed their ride, but seemed less succesful at finding the eggs!

Big thanks to the judge, stewards, mums and everyone that took part to make the day a success.

Easter Smiles

 

 

 
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15/04/2009
Win for Copley Horse and Rider at Gower Riding Club

The competitive combination from Copley Stables went on to win the Junior Novice class at the Gower Riding Club Eventers Grand Prix. She also had some fun in the pairs class.

She really appreciated the support from the riders that went along to help and cheer her on.

All the competitors that won got to wear a Copley Stables sponsored rosette!

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11/04/2009
Support our Rider and Rosettes at Gower Riding Club Eventers Challenge

The Gower Riding Club is holding its Eventers Challenge Grand Prix on Sunday the 12th April. This involves the competitors jumping a round of cross country and a show jumping round. This year the rosettes are sponsored by Copley Stables!

Why not turn up and show your support for the competitors from Copley?

 

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11/04/2009
Don't forget the Easter Bonnet Parade and Easter Egg Hunt on Tuesday 14th April!

Don't forget the Easter Bonnet Parade and Easter Egg Hunt on Tuesday the 14th April 2009! Contact the stables for more information if you would like to get involved.

Contact Copley Stables : 01792 234428
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11/04/2009
Trip to Open Day at Lluest Horse and Pony Trust

Lluest Horse and Pony Trust has an open day on Monday 13th April 2009. This is a small charity that runs rescue/rehabilitation centre for horses and ponies. Contact Sue Jones for more information.

http://www.lluesthorseandponytrust.org.uk/
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11/04/2009
Second Hot Cross Bun Ride see the sun against all odds!

Although the weather forecast was for high winds and rains, the sun shone on 'the righteous' (or at least 'the riders') today as the Second Hot Cross Bun ride went out through valleys and along cliffs.

Everyone enjoyed, and even helped to fix a strangers' gate during their Hot Cross Bun break!

Thanks to everyone who took part.

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10/04/2009
First Hot Cross Bun ride went well despite a forecast of wind and rain.

The First Hot Cross Bun Ride went well. Some brave souls faced what was forecast as a wet and windy day, and ended up with a lovely ride.

Fortunately for the ride there was no rain, and their trip through the valleys kept them out of the worst of the wind. Both horses and riders returned with big smiles on their faces.

Thanks to everyone who took part.

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