Success for Sussex rider at RDA champs

Following fears of disastrous tail plaiting and worries of forgetting the dressage test, Dogwood worker Rosie returned back from the Riding for Disabled Championships triumphant after her Arundel rider took two second places at the Hartpury-based competition.

Despite the scorching heat and a longer than expected journey to the event, the Arundel RDA team managed to transform Arundel Riding School pony Shamus into a true show pony earning him an impressive 20/20 turnout score.

The 13-year-old Arundel rider, led by Rosie, managed to complete a very neat dressage test despite Shamus' insistence on whinnying halfway through one of the 10 metre circles.

Further highlights of the weekend included appearances from RDA patron HRH Princess Anne and RDA supporter Clare Balding.