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Keep your eyes peeled here for our up-coming events, information about what's happening in the Wood & to connect with other CWHRA members!
Just a heads up, this is on in Chopwell woods on Wednesday evening, 5pm - 8.30pm. Not sure of the route but the car park and surrounding area is likely to be busy.
Not long to go until our first PRIDE colour run in the wood 🏳️🌈
We’re looking for volunteers to help us throw paint, park cars and make sure the night runs smoothly.
Wednesday 21st August
5.30pm - 8pm
Food voucher provided
If you are able to help please email [email protected]
Just a reminder that if you do experience an incident in the woods, please report it to the BHS. Anyone can report their incidents or near misses to the BHS; you don’t have to be a BHS member. Reporting your incidents helps them to better understand the rate of equine-related incidents and near misses across the UK.
Unfortunately there was an incident recently where an out of control dog attacked 2 riders and their horses. All are making a speedy recovery.
We understand most riders who follow this page will know to keep dogs under control around horses, but sharing this message may help prevent any further incidents. You can find information on what to do if you find yourself in a similar incident here:
Unfortunately, sometimes these instincts can take over and result in undesirable behaviours, such as chasing or fleeing. This can be distressing for both animals and handlers, and in the worst-case scenario can be fatal.
‼️‼️ Riders of Chopwell woods ‼️‼️
Forestry England are currently installing a new track (highlighted red). Can riders please refrain from riding on the new path to allow it to have plenty time to set.
‼️‼️BRIDGE UPDATE‼️‼️
The bridge has been repaired by Gateshead Council, however we request that horses do not use the bridge until it is repaired enough to withstand the weight of horses.
We have been advised that another 6 planks need to be replaced, unfortunately we cannot provide a timescale due to it being in Gateshead Council’s hands.
In the meantime, we suggest riders cross the small stream by the bridge or use an alternative route.
Just a quick heads up, the Chopwell woods Funduro bike race is on in the woods this Sunday morning. Probably best to avoid the woods, I'd expect it to be busy.
Hi all,
Can riders please avoid the bridge on the bridleway down by the Blackhall Mill entrance. The bridge has been built to hold the weight of horses, but unfortunately the board has rotted away and it is not safe for horses to cross.
This will be all of us this evening, again. Anyone else thinking they may need to invest in a canoe?
We have taken the difficult decision to cancel today's ride. This rain is forecast to be relentless and the safety of our horses and riders must come first.
With the spooky season just around the corner, I think it is only fitting to advertise our next event! Halloween Ride in Chopwell Woods, plenty space for wagons and trailers and a hotdog when you finish included, £15 or £10 for members. Children's halloween hunt lead rein ride with a spooky surprise at the end £10.
See you tomorrow 😁
With the spooky season just around the corner, I think it is only fitting to advertise our next event! Halloween Ride in Chopwell Woods, plenty space for wagons and trailers and a hotdog when you finish included, £15 or £10 for members. Children's halloween hunt lead rein ride with a spooky surprise at the end £10.
🌲🌲🏇 Less than a week to go! Looking forward to seeing you and your lovely ponies next Sunday, 29th October. 🏇🌲🌲
With the spooky season just around the corner, I think it is only fitting to advertise our next event! Halloween Ride in Chopwell Woods, plenty space for wagons and trailers and a hotdog when you finish included, £15 or £10 for members. Children's halloween hunt lead rein ride with a spooky surprise at the end £10.
Just another reminder to get the date in your diaries for our Halloween ride on Sunday 29th.
There's also a canicross event on the morning of Saturday 22nd October. They should be finished by 11.30.
With the spooky season just around the corner, I think it is only fitting to advertise our next event! Halloween Ride in Chopwell Woods, plenty space for wagons and trailers and a hotdog when you finish included, £15 or £10 for members. Children's halloween hunt lead rein ride with a spooky surprise at the end £10.
The rest of the photos from the show!
Here are the photos from our annual show 2023. Iván took a lot of photos so there's two posts.
With the spooky season just around the corner, I think it is only fitting to advertise our next event! Halloween Ride in Chopwell Woods, plenty space for wagons and trailers and a hotdog when you finish included, £15 or £10 for members. Children's halloween hunt lead rein ride with a spooky surprise at the end £10.
Great fun today in the Gymkhana games and show classes
Thank you everyone who came today. It was great to see all your lovely horses and ponies glammed up for the classes.
Big thank you to the judges and the volunteers too.
Here’s the turn in for our annual show today. Just next to the bus stop
Big thank you to the The Palomino Trust for sponsoring our annual show that takes place next weekend. It’s fantastic people like these guys who make it possible for us to host local shows open to everyone. Please head over to their page to give them a like. The work they do makes a difference to individuals supporting their mental health and well-being.
Here’s a sneak peak at the champion frillies! 😍😍😍
Get those entries in! It’s forecast to be decent weather this weekend. (20th August)
16th July 2013 12pm Strothers Farm, Highspen Payment to be made by Bacs for pre entry £5 members £7 non members per class Account Name: Chopwell Wood Horse Riding Society Sort Code 30-19-54 Account: 00376346 Horses/Ponies must be 4 years old or over Hats and suitable footware must be worn whilst m...
Just a reminder we have our showjumping coming up on the 20th. Get your entries in below!
16th July 2013 12pm Strothers Farm, Highspen Payment to be made by Bacs for pre entry £5 members £7 non members per class Account Name: Chopwell Wood Horse Riding Society Sort Code 30-19-54 Account: 00376346 Horses/Ponies must be 4 years old or over Hats and suitable footware must be worn whilst m...
‼️‼️‼️Riders of Chopwell Woods‼️‼️‼️
Please be aware that the bridge on the bridleway leading from the Blackhall Mill entrance currently has a smashed plank.
We suggest taking an alternative route to be on the safe side until we are able to arrange for a repair to be carried out.
RESCHEDULED for the 20th August.
16th July 2013 12pm Strothers Farm, Highspen Payment to be made by Bacs for pre entry £5 members £7 non members per class Account Name: Chopwell Wood Horse Riding Society Sort Code 30-19-54 Account: 00376346 Horses/Ponies must be 4 years old or over Hats and suitable footware must be worn whilst m...
Don’t forget that the showjumping is not on today.
We will be updating with a new date shortly
We have taken the decision to POSTPONE the showjumping that was supposed to take place tomorrow. Unfortunately 40mph winds are forecast and the ground isn’t great.
We will be announcing a different date shortly
Due to the weather. We MAY have to cancel the showjumping on the 16th. We will assess the ground dinner time tomorrow and update you all on here.
🐎🐎🐎ShowJumping at High Strothers Farm, High Spen, NE39 2HN - 16th July 2023 🐎🐎🐎
- 12pm start (Please do not arrive any earlier than 11:30am)
1. Poles in ground (lead rein allowed)
2. 30cm (lead rein allowed)
3. 40cm
4. 50cm
5. 60cm
6. 70cm
7. 80cm
8. 90cm
£5 members
£7 non members
Enter here:
16th July 2013 12pm Strothers Farm, Highspen Payment to be made by Bacs for pre entry £5 members £7 non members per class Account Name: Chopwell Wood Horse Riding Society Sort Code 30-19-54 Account: 00376346 Horses/Ponies must be 4 years old or over Hats and suitable footware must be worn whilst m...
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