Those present
Committee. Barbara Davis, Louise Hart, Sarah Turl, Amanda James, Jo Knapman, Rachel Chamberlayne, Steve Wells, Delta Ferguson, Penny Ferneyhough, Susie Drake.
Members.Dana Parry, Helen Merrett, Joy Spencer, Gill Spencer, Harvey Bury and team, Elise Watkins and team, Linda Lovell, Lisa Lessels, Jamie Lessels, Sarah Johnson, Amy Johnson, Mollie and Sally Guy, Rebecca Wilkindon, Erica Shipley, Kate Baxter, Leah Baxter, Miranda and Jill Baker, Charlotte and Vicki Ashmead, Nicki and Chris Massey, Chick Perry, Amanda Blewett, Sue, Sheenagh and Holly Bragg, Jane Carpenter, Angela Buckle, Sarah James, Mel Glover. Some other members I did not catch - apologies!
Apologies.Claire Cook, Holly Bamber, Dawn James, Sarah Massey, Sharon Langford, Emma and Angie Alden, Gail North, Sharon Blyth, Amanda Townsend, Glen Carpenter, June Record, Sarah Witchell.
The Chairman, Barbara Davis welcomed all members.
Matters Arising.
Membership fees. There has been no increase in membership fees since 2007/2008, it was proposed to increase the fees by £5.00, from £20.00 to £25.00 per annum, this would take effect from 2017/2018. There were no objections to this from those present.
Honorary Members. The following members have been made honorary members, Jane Carpenter, Kathy Oliver, Joy Spencer, June Record, Linda Lovell and Sally Miles.
Entry fees for Area Competitions.Discussion regarding who should pay or contribute towards the entry fees for the competitions. FFRC pay the prelim and championship entries for area teams, but not the stabling or fuel. It was proposed that FFRC should pay something but not all, FFRC will pay prelim and Championship entry fees but the competitors should pay for fuel and stabling. It was also reiterated that Vets Certificates are not accepted for BR Clubs. Some of the proceeds from fundraising could be used to subsidise the teams.
Holiday. Places should be allocated on a first come/first served basis although people do drop out for various circumstances. A £50.00 cheque only deposit paid by the end of October will secure a place, if this is not received the place will be offered to another member on the reserve list. The 2016 holiday was very enjoyable.
Forthcoming Hunter Trials. Entries are up this year - looking forward to a good event. Has also been listed in Horse and Hound magazine.
Rollo has agreed that a rally can be held over the course, Jo has organised this for8th October 2016.
The Open Show, the entries were a little down this year could have been down to the inclement weather.
Amanda and Louise organised a members only fun day which was well received and another one has been arranged for9th October 2016.
Penny Ferneyhough's report - it has been a pleasure to be a team manager and has been inspired by the commitment of the members. The teams have represented the club at the Eventers challenge at Mendip Plains, winter showjumping at Summerhouse, dressage at Leyland Court, combined training at Tumpy Green, Burrows Court dressage to music - Mel Glover and Sarah Witchell qualified for the championships, Sally Miles has offered to help with music choices. The team qualified at Leyland Court for the showjumping championships at Hartpury. Overall the senior teams have had a good result.
Louise Hart - presentation of junior awards. The juniors have had a fun successful year with three championships.
Junior combined training - Amy Johnson 4th, Hattie Beachus 3rd and MatildeSpyvee winning with the team being placed 2nd. Matilde went to the championships and finished in 3rd place which was a huge achievement. The junior combined training was awarded to MatildeSpyvee.
Horse trials - Emma Alden 3rd, Matilde qualified for the championships but was unable to go as her pony was injured. Horse trials award to Charlotte James who won the 100cm, went to the championships and had a successful time.
Show jumping award - Elise Watkins. Elise won the style and had the best result at the championships.
Have-a-go award. Elena Marquez-Espada - a team member who always puts in 100%.
New combination award to Millie Guy.
Managers Team Member - Amy Johnson a determined young lady who is very competitive and puts in 100%.
Achievement award - Emma Alden- who stepped in at the last minute at the Area showjumping and qualifying.
Non Area team members. Most improved - Phoebe Mack, Harvey Bury.
Most achievement award to Poppy Hart as last minute reserve, qualified and was youngest rider at the Championship. Jamie Lessels for determination and perseverance.
Thank you to Kelly Clack for last minute advice and help, especially with the paperwork.
Amanda for helping with the fun day. All the Juniors families, just mentioning a few, the Watkins, Johnson, Bury and Cooles families.
Presentation of senior awards:
Senior Have-a-go awarded to Lucy Lazaro-Keen who has represented the club on numerous occasion in more than one discipline.
Senior horse trials awarded to Lucy Lazaro-Keen, 5th place at the ODE at West Wilts.
Senior showjumping awarded to Holly Bragg, double clear and 1st individual place at the senior showjumping in January 2016.
Senior new combination awarded to Holly Bamber and Springtime Boy (Murphy) who represents the club in all disciplines and joins in the training. Holly and Murphy have progressed well.
Senior Eventers challenge awarded to Sarah James, 3rd place at Mendip Plains, October 2015.
Most helpful member shield awarded to Amy Johnson.
Championship and team trophies awarded to Jo Knapman, Kelly Clack, Joy Spencer and Sheenagh Bragg.
Treasurers Report - Rachael Chamberlayne. Summary of the accounts - copies distributed. Thanks were extended to Chris Lloyd, independent examiner. The accounts for the year end 2016 were formally adopted.
Committee members: two members standing down, Chick Perry and Penny Ferneyhough, therefore there is an opening for new committee members. Sarah James has offered to join the committee.
After an informal buffet supper our veterinary member Elise from B&W gave a very good and informative talk on colic, EMS, laminitis and when to call the vet.
Meeting ended.