Ebor Vale Riding for the Disabled Group

03/11/2023

Ebor Vale has now closed for riding and carriage driving sessions -
Please check on RDA National website for other Groups in the area - Thankyou

30/10/2023

Just one last time 🥳🥳🥳.....
An amazing last hack out for our riders, we all made it to The Pylons and Beyond (photo courtesy of Rob Bird ) , and not forgetting ..... an exciting last session for our carriage drivers too.

25/10/2023

And finally... just one more time 🥰....
Saturday riders aiming for the BIG Hack Out ....... ...To the Pylons and Beyond 👉👉👉
Please make sure you have gloves, jackets, waterproofs, sunscreen or anything else needed for our weather guess this week...
Seriously.... warm things and gloves fully advised!
See you all Saturday

13/10/2023

Billy says........."so we have focussed on having amazing 2023 sessions but all good things do come to an end, and as many are already aware this is our final season at Ebor Vale RDA.

Over 42 years and it has been an amazing ride... and drive!
Memories that will stay forever... And we give our wholehearted thanks to everyone involved.

This post is a reminder for our Final Presentation Lunch on Saturday 11th November for our riders, drivers, families/carers and volunteer members. There is a notice at sessions please complete it for your attendance.

If any previous volunteers would like to attend please can you contact by email to request place/s to [email protected]

(NB Final sessions are still running 14th to and including 28th Oct)

Thankyou

10/06/2023

So summer arrives, and the swallows are in full flight.... too fast for a photo, but jobs to do -
Poo-clearing with our Keith seems to be their favourite past-time ....
PS Is that Billy having a sneaky grass break under the fencing!!😱

06/06/2023

A huge thankyou to all our volunteers in "Volunteers week"
Ebor Vale could not have got to 42 years without you!!

27/05/2023

The sun is out and the season is underway......
What is RDA people ask?
Sunshine, calm, laughing and some very special ponies
Good times roll...

19/04/2023

Early notice
"Just a reminder there is no riding and driving on Saturday 6th May" said Mary
"Yes but where are they all going?" asked Annie
"I've heard if you have been really good there is an invite to a big party with the new King" said Mary
"I've been soooooper good already !!" Said Annie expectantly...

14/04/2023

"I hope your all in bed" said Fizz
"But its so exciting, just one more sleep! See you all tomorrow"

03/04/2023

Reminder - No sessions on Easter Saturday, we hope the Easter Bunny is bringing you all lots of chocolates

First 2023 riding and driving session starts on Saturday 15th April

Please remember to wear riding/sturdy boots and relevant clothing for the weather

We look forward to seeing everyone then

The kettle will be on 😁

27/03/2023

Billy says... "Dont forget its pre season checks for riders and drivers on Saturday 1st April , drop in 9.30 - 11.30am"

Ponies will be down to say hello to (No rides)
Normal season riding session begin 15th April

And as always the kettle will be on !

We look forward to seeing you all again

13/03/2023

Urgent Update:

Ebor Vale is about to start its 42nd season from April to Nov 2023
There have been some truly memorable times during its history and some great friendships have been forged, and in terms of current funds , ponies, helpers and equipment we are in good shape.
But the future operation of the Group is nevertheless in doubt.
Many of our 8 person committee has served the Group for much of its existence, one for 32 years. Some understandably want to take a step back.
At our AGM in a couple of months time, to be able to go forward into the 43rd year, the Group will need:
2 Trustees (We are a CIO), A Group Organiser, Driving Coach ,Riding Coach and Treasurer and most importantly a Fundraiser These are all voluntary roles.
If you think you can help take the Group into the future , please contact by email to [email protected] in the first instance , or pass the message on to others if appropriate Thankyou

13/03/2023

For new volunteers (and existing) we have a separate page called Ebor Vale Riding for the Disabled Volunteers.
This is a closed group and you need to apply to join.
This is purely for the background of rotas, training cancellation notices and relevant horse information. Thankyou

12/03/2023

Just a reminder that there is no volunteer pony training on Saturday 18th March.

(There is a separate private event on site that day )

Thank you

10/03/2023

So field cleaning this morning was a bit of bleak cold start, but livened up by the company of a barn owl circling us a number of times.... obviously quality controller 🤣

07/03/2023

A HUGE thankyou to everyone who voted with the blue coins...
and of course to all at Tesco at Market Weighton
We won the Tesco £1000 award, towards our Health n Hooves.... farriers dentists vets fees etc.. 🥳🤩🥰

05/03/2023

And it was even a test on imposters with the herons on Saturday 🤣

05/03/2023

"So which one is which " asked Lily... someone is having a joke this season !

05/03/2023

Thankyou to our existing volunteers for prepping and displays , and new volunteers and visitors for attending. All turning out on a freezing cold morning but lots of tea and smiles prevailed !

05/03/2023

A big thankyou to Melissa from the Coop , visiting in the cold to our open morning and bring a supply of Fairtrade goodies for our tearoom !!
PS Don't forget if you register your Pocklington coop card for us , we still get pennies collecting whilst you shop.. link below
https://membership.coop.co.uk/causes/65881?fbclid=IwAR3Y57aMNG06fby80ktgiN4x448u4DCO4DNXcyKg2roqOla_1uuu0uY4y8Y

The Co-op Local Community Fund is supporting Ebor Vale Riding for the Disabled. Become a member or sign in to choose a local cause to support.

24/02/2023

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18/02/2023

Shhhh! Guess who is back ?

16/02/2023

Important
For our riders/drivers/families/carers and volunteers please check your emails for the new season date update
Thankyou

10/02/2023

Heading towards our 2023 season and looking for new volunteers .
Grooming, leading, tacking up , side walking, cycling behind the carriage, tea making, field cleaning, tack cleaning, the list goes on .... Come and have a look and induction session on Saturday 4th March
Please PM or email to book a place or for more information
Thankyou

28/01/2023

And so it begins..still frosty but time to prepare for 2023 says Katie....

24/12/2022

So signing off now for 2022, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Ebor Vale RDA.....
PS all credits to Val and the Naughty Elf too!

24/12/2022

and as always there has to be a happy ending.. Val relented......

23/12/2022

oops... sometimes best not to be too distracted...
Luckily Val cant stay angry for long 🤣🥹🤣

23/12/2022

"Well I think I am a hero" munched the Naughty Elf to himself.....
PS Warning chocolates can be kind of distracting at times....