Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park

14/11/2024

Hello everyone,

We’re delighted by the enthusiastic use of our main arena by our equestrian groups and recreational riders. It’s clear that this space is valued by our community, and Camden Council is committed to keeping it a premier venue for equine activities.

To maintain the arena’s quality and enhance safety, we’ve made the decision to reserve the main arena primarily for competition events. This will help preserve the grass surface and soil structure, minimising wear and reducing any potential slip hazards for horses.
By focusing on competition use, we can better allocate resources to keep the arena in peak condition. Starting today, the main arena will be secured with key access provided only to competition event organisers, with signage to be installed soon.

As part of this commitment, we’ll be increasing maintenance activities after competitions, including:
• Regular irrigation
• Topdressing
• Fertilising
• W**d management
• Aeration
• Mowing to an optimal grass length

We’re also progressing the installation of permanent irrigation for this arena and others and are actively working to secure funding for a complete resurfacing project of the main arena, with advanced drainage to complement the irrigation.

For training and recreational riding, riders are welcome to enjoy the three other fully fenced arenas and the open parkland space within the park. Training and practice event organisers will be contacted separately to arrange the relocation of training and practice days for 2025 and beyond.

Thank you for your support and understanding as we work together to enhance and preserve this valuable community facility for the safety and enjoyment of all our park users.

31/10/2024

Great news!

The repair and reconstruction of the bridge between the Main and PoloX arenas is now complete and is reopened.

Park users should note that the bridge is covered with fresh crusher dust, which remains loose and will need time to settle so please use with care.

Please be advised that the Main Arena remains closed for ongoing maintenance and watering. We ask park users to avoid entering the arena for the next 10 days.

29/10/2024

Please see below a list of upcoming equestrian events for November.

For any enquiries for the events below, please contact the event organiser.

28/10/2024

Works have commenced on the construction of 5 new sets of washbays (Twins & Quads) around the Park.
The new washbays will have concrete slabs, rounded steel cattle rail dividers and adequate drainage for water to flow away from the bays.
They will be located throughout the park including a new twin set near the Pony Club and renewal of all existing sets around the Southern Arenas.
Works will take a few weeks.

24/10/2024

🚨 Notice: Temporary Closure of Main Arena 🚨

Please be advised that the Main Arena at Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park is closed as of today for essential maintenance.

The closure will be in effect for the next two weeks, and the arena is unavailable to all users during this period.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this period.

21/10/2024

🚨 Community Notice: Vandalism in the Park 🚨

Unfortunately, we've had several recent acts of vandalism at the Park, including damage to fences, graffiti, and destruction of Park property.

We ask all residents and Park visitors to remain vigilant. If you see any suspicious activity, please report it to the local authorities immediately.

Let's work together to keep our park a safe and beautiful space for everyone. Your eyes and efforts make a difference!

📞 Report incidents to Narellan Police (02) 4632 4499
📞 Report incidents to Camden Council (02) 4654 7777

Send a message to learn more

26/09/2024

Dear Recreational Riders and Users,

Please be advised that a Colour Run event will be held between this Sunday, 29 September.

With high foot traffic expected, please use extra caution when entering and driving around the BEP grounds and avoid the event area (Eastern Precinct) highlighted in blue on the map below.

18/09/2024

Camden Council’s Taste Camden event will take place at Camden Town Farm on Sunday, 22 September.

Please note that road closures will be in effect on Exeter Street for the event.

Recreational riders are to enter via Sheathers Lane, while participants in the Show Jumping event organised by HARA Equine on Sunday should enter via Cawdor Road, opposite the Ampol Service Station.

Temporary signage will be installed in the area to notify of clearways, road closures, and detours.

16/09/2024

From Thursday 19 September, the bridge between the Main Arena and the Polocrosse Arena will be closed for repairs as part of Council's bridge repair program.

During this time, the bridge will be inaccessible to pedestrians, equestrian users, and vehicles to ensure community safety. Fencing will be installed at both ends of the bridge, and no access will be permitted.

A map has been provided showing an alternate route that can be taken.

For your safety, please avoid entering the fenced-off area. The repairs are expected to take 3-4 weeks.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

16/09/2024

Please be advised that a scheduled chemical application for w**d control will be taking place at the Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park on Tuesday 17th September in the 3 fenced arenas (Main, Polocrosse and Pony Club)

As a result these arenas will be closed and locked to the public for a period of 3 days to ensure the safety of all visitors. We anticipate the arenas will reopen on Friday 20th September but will notify users should any changes arise. The rest of the Park remains open.

The chemical being used is "Spearhead" by Bayer. Label and SDS can be found here https://nuturf.com.au/products/plant-protection/spearhead-herbicide

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time, as this application is important for maintaining the park's grass health.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Camden Council Precinct team.
0438 467 871

10/09/2024

Please see below a list of upcoming equestrian events for September.

For any enquiries for the events below, please contact the event organiser.

05/08/2024

Please see below a list of upcoming equestrian events for August.

For any enquiries for the events below, please contact the event organiser.

24/07/2024

Hello Recreational Riders,

Just a friendly reminder to clean up after yourselves when using the Horse Yards and Wash-bays at the Park, so everyone can continue to enjoy these facilities.

All we ask is that users sweep or blow all bedding, manure, and feed from the yards and wash-bays onto the adjacent grass areas, where it will be mown by Council mowing teams.

Your small effort makes a big difference in keeping our community facility clean and inviting for all.

Thank you for doing your part! 🌟

23/07/2024

Hello Recreational Riders,

A reminder that registrations are now open for the 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025 financial year at Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park.

To re-register please visit this link.https://camden-events.bookable.net.au/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2xO3259I1yh4vdzzKlHzvrQIKbOGwLx5zuFBMygaeEv_IsL0Ybcoj_fiE_aem_1xuM9r6aKko15ZKRjDSUvg #!/event-detail/ev_77df015ddc494fb585e00c12eba685c3

Once re-registration has been completed and fee paid, your new Membership Saddle Tag will be sent to your registered address.
Fees (inc. GST) for the new financial year are as follows:

• Adult : $124.00
• Child (16 and under) : $62.00
• Family (2 adults & 2 children) : $309.00

Council staff will commence checking saddle tags and registration details of visitors to ensure all riders are properly registered.
Camden Council greatly appreciates your support and hope that you continue to enjoy using the Park throughout the year.

If you need support during the application process, if you have any questions, or if you do not wish to renew your membership please email us on [email protected] or text/call 0438 467 871.

04/07/2024

Out with the olde.
In with the new.
As part of the ongoing improvement of equestrian facilities and infrastructure the existing horse wash bays throughout the Park are being renovated. Aged (and chewed) timber posts and rails are currently being replaced with steel assemblies near the main arena.
New concrete and steel washbays will also be in installed at Pony Club, Campdraft and Polocrosse in coming weeks.

01/07/2024

Hello Recreational Riders,

Registrations are now open for the 1 July 2024 – 30 June 2025 financial year at Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park.
To re-register please visit this link. https://camden-events.bookable.net.au/ #!/event-detail/ev_77df015ddc494fb585e00c12eba685c3

Once re-registration has been completed and fee paid, your new Membership Saddle Tag will be sent to your registered address.

Fees (inc. GST) for the new financial year are as follows:

• Adult : $124.00
• Child (16 and under) : $62.00
• Family (2 adults & 2 children) : $309.00

Council staff will commence checking saddle tags and registration details of visitors to ensure all riders are properly registered.

Camden Council greatly appreciates your support and hope that you continue to enjoy using the Park throughout the year.

If you need support during the application process, if you have any questions, or if you do not wish to renew your membership please email us on [email protected] or text/call 0438 467 871.

05/06/2024

UPDATE: Unfortunately ESP has decided to postpone this event due to the heavy rains. We hope they reschedule to a later date
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Camden Council is pleased to be hosting the Camden Winter Showjumping Festival run by Sports Promotions this weekend at Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park.

After a few cold days the Park will still put on a great weekend.

Competitors using horse yards within the park are reminded to :
• Clean out any yards you use after use.
• Sweep or blow bedding, manure, and feed from yards onto the grass areas adjacent to the yards, where it will be mown in by Council mowing teams.
• Do NOT pile up bedding, manure, and feed around trees, as this damages the trees and can introduce disease.
• Remove any baling twine and plastics from yard rails after use and place them in Park bins.
• Remove any baling twine and plastics from bedding, manure, and feed, and place them in Park bins.

We wish Equestrian Sports Promotions, all its competitors and visitors a very successful weekend at Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park.

16/11/2023

We want to remind all Recreational Riders and Carriage Drivers that, in accordance with Council policies, access to the Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park requires you to hold a current Park membership.

Registrations run for up to 12 months and all commence on July 1 of each year. Fees are payable in advance and are pro-rata the annual fee per 3 month period (i.e. charged for 12, 9, 6 or 3 month periods). 12 months annual membership is $120, however, if you register now it is only 75% ($90) of the annual fee and is current until 30th June 2024.

As riders/drivers are NOT covered by Camden Council insurance it is the duty of the rider/driver to provide evidence of personal insurance coverage of his/her equine usage of the park. Membership of EA or Pony Club typically provides suitable insurance cover. N.B. Home and Building Contents Policies, including N.R.M.A. and other similar insurers, DO NOT provide liability coverage for this park usage.

To purchase or renew a Park membership it is a 2 step process.

1. Register on Councils Bookable system – use this Bookable link https://camden.bookable.net.au/ #!/register

2. Once registered purchase your membership – use this Link and click “Book Membership“ https://camden-events.bookable.net.au/ #!/event-detail/ev_94d9773728f6493c8eb40b2f384793ad

You must first be registered in Bookable before purchasing your membership.

We have also reintroduced a “Membership Saddle Tag” system. The tags are color-coded and should be carried and displayed with you whenever you ride at the Park so we can more easily identify financial members during our regular spot checks of park visitors. Tags will be sent out as registrations are processed.

If you have any issues please contact Camden Council on 13 CAMDEN (13 226 336) or email at [email protected]