IPS Northern Area

16/06/2024

💚❤️IPS NORTHERN AREA SUMMER SHOW 💚❤️

We are so excited to announce the details of our Summer Show - totally owing to the success of our Spring Show! 🤩

📆 10th August 2024
📍 Gransha Equestrian Centre

…… schedule to follow soon!

04/06/2024

A reminder to all members that competed at our Spring Show to submit their results online. This ensures you receive the appropriate points for your results achieved on the day.

You have until 14 days following the event to submit your results.

Results can be submitted here:

29/05/2024

Congratulations to Northern Area member Holly Logan who qualified her pony Owens Shadow for the 143cm Working Hunter Pony class for the Dublin Horse Show in August at the first qualifier today in Cork!
Well done Holly!

28/05/2024

Can any of our area members travelling to tomorrow’s qualifier please read the rules below

The Dublin Horse Show - 14-18 August 2024 is a celebration of Ireland's affinity with the horse. From the best show horses to the best international showjumpers. It is one of Ireland's largest events, a highlight of the summer, each year welcoming tens of thousands of people from Ireland and all ove...

27/05/2024

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It was a pleasure to have JRS Photography along with us today to take photographs of our competitors and their ponies.

Photos are uploading as we speak and can be viewed via the link below:

https://jrsphotography2.shootproof.com/gallery/24647016

27/05/2024

Ring 1 has not broken for lunch and is running 30mins ahead of schedule

27/05/2024

🛑 Road from carrick side is closed to Knockagh, come off at sandyknowes roundabout and go to new Mossley & carry on to greenisland or come off M5 follow signs to whiteabbey hospital then follow signs to greenisland.

26/05/2024

We are truly grateful for all of our generous sponsors and without you all running our show tomorrow would have been impossible. It is really special to have the Northern Area functioning again and we are looking forward to a successful day tomorrow! ❤️

A special thanks must go to our Supreme and Mini Supreme Sponsors 👏🏼

🚗 Town & Country Cars have kindly sponsored our Mini Supreme Championship

🏡 Glenallen Homes have sponsored Supreme Championship.

We are so excited for you to see our beautiful sashes that are up for grabs tomorrow for these championships! 🏆

26/05/2024

❤️🤍💚Ring times and Ring Changes💚🤍❤️
The IPS Northern Area are delighted with the high number of entries in our Ridden ring for tomorrow’s show. With lower entry numbers in the Working Hunter ring we have decided to move the Newcomer/Unaffiliated Classes and the Young Handler Classes to that ring. Please also note that the Newcomer/Unaffiliated classes will now run before the Young Handler Classes.

Amended schedule attached below

Ring 1 times
1. 10am
2. ⁠10.15
3. ⁠10.25
Champ 10.40
4. ⁠no entries
5. ⁠10.50
6. ⁠11.10
7. ⁠11.20
Champ 11.40
8. ⁠12.00
9. ⁠12.15
10. ⁠no entries
11. ⁠12.30
12. ⁠12.40
13. ⁠12.50
Champ 1.10
Lunch 1.20-2pm
14. ⁠2pm
15. ⁠no entries
16. ⁠2.10
Champ 2.25
17. ⁠2.35
18. ⁠2.55
Champ 3.05
19. ⁠3.15
20. ⁠3.45
21. ⁠4.10
Champ 4.25
22. ⁠4.35
23. ⁠4.50
Champ 5pm
24. ⁠5.10 & champ
25. ⁠5.20
26. ⁠5.30
27. ⁠5.40
28. ⁠no entries
Champ 5.50
Mini supreme 6pm
Supreme 6.15

Ring 2 times
34. No entries
35. ⁠10am
36. ⁠10.15
37. ⁠10.30
38. ⁠10.45
39. ⁠no entries
40. ⁠11am
41. ⁠11.15
Champ 11.30
42. 11.45
43. ⁠12.00
44. ⁠12.30
45. ⁠1pm
Champ 1.15
Lunch 1.30-2.15
46. 2.15
47. ⁠no entries
Champ 2.30
48. 2.45
49. ⁠3pm
50. ⁠3.15
Champ 3.30
31. 3.45
32. ⁠4pm
33. ⁠no entries
Champ 4.10
29. 4.20
30. ⁠4.40
Champ 4.50

The committee would like to thank you all for your entries and look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!

25/05/2024

Due to high demand we have reopened entries from now until 10pm on

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48042

23/05/2024

The team at Knockagh View Equestrian Centre have been working hard preparing a fabulous course for our Spring Show!

Currently entries are poor in our working hunter sections and I hope better support will come before entries close tomorrow night at midnight.

Entries can be made here:

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48042

21/05/2024

Caledonian Showing Championships

Our Spring Show is a qualifier for the Caledonian Showing Championships, which offers competitors the opportunity to compete at a top level Championship Final in Scotland. With a draped main arena, amazing rosettes, special prizes, music, judges from the south and atmospheric Evening Performances, this is the show everyone wants to be part of

This year’s show will be held at
Highfield @ Howe, near Ladybank, Fife on 18/19/20 October 2024

Every horse & pony placed 1st in all Inhand, Ridden Showing classes (not fun classes) & Working Hunter/Pony classes will qualify to compete in any appropriate class at the Finals. All Champions & Reserves will qualify for the Champion & Reserves Stakes Finals. Qualification will be from placings, no qualification cards will be awarded in the ring, and no qualification can go down the line.

All qualified horses and ponies will be listed on the Caledonian Showing Championship Show’s website www.caledonianchampionships.co.uk (under construction) or the Puddledub Shows page

21/05/2024

CHANGE OF JUDGE

Mr Brian Lewis will now replace Miss Kathryn Smiley for the Connemara and M&M ridden sections.

20/05/2024

🚨Entries will close on Friday 24th at midnight 🚨

Your support and attendance is incredibly important to the future of our area and our ability to run further events this year!

🗓️ 27th May 2024
📍Knockagh View Equestrian (venue kindly donated)
🌟Important points up for grabs for IPS members - do you need to get your 50 points for the RDS?
🏆 Beautiful sashes, rosettes and other goodies up for grabs

Entries can be made via It’s Plain Sailing:

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48042

15/05/2024

Lots of shows in May and June!

Updated List of 2024 IPS and Affiliated Shows. Keep an eye on the FB Page and Insta for entry links and class updates! Don't forget to enter your results

12/05/2024

🚜👷🏼‍♂️ SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT 🏡🛠️

Introducing another generous sponsor of the IPS NA Spring show, Florida Developments Ltd.

A property development company based in Ballygowan. Offering building services to Ballygowan and the surrounding areas.

Also able to complete a range of ground work and digger work.

Please find details in picture attached

They have kindly sponsored our Show Pony Championship.

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

08/05/2024

Lots of questions coming into the page regarding heights of fences in the various Working Hunter classes at our show on 27th May. And because we’re such a lovely bunch and want to encourage as many of our lovely members and also non-members, to come out and give our Ridden and Working Hunter classes a go, we thought we would post the fence heights here for all the classes available on the day.

And don’t forget, the full IPS rulebook can be found at

https://www.irishponysociety.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/IPS-Rule-Book-Guidelines-.pdf

Happy entering!

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48042

07/05/2024

🍰🥧 SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT ☕️🧁

Introducing another generous sponsor of the IPS NA Spring show, Knotts Bakery.

Currently Knotts have bakeries in Newtownards, Holywood and on the Lisburn Road. Knotts is a local family owned craft bakery and coffee shop, established in 1979. Renowned for their moreish pastries, beautiful cakes and homemade breads there certainly is something in store for everyone.

Everything is made in house to the highest quality using only the finest ingredients, ensuring you’ll never leave disappointed.

Check out what they have to offer here:
https://knottsbakery.co.uk

They have kindly sponsored our Ridden Coloured Pony Championship.

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

06/05/2024

🐴🐴 3 weeks to go 🐴🐴

Before the madness of Balmoral kicks in next week, why don’t you take some time and get your entries in for our show on 27th May 2024 at Knockagh View Equestrian (venue kindly donated).

🌟Important points up for grabs for IPS members - do you need to get your 50 points for the RDS Working Hunter Qualifiers??

🏆 Beautiful sashes, rosettes and other goodies up for grabs

🌟We have classes for IPS Members and Non-Members too! So why not come along and enjoy the Bank Holiday Monday with us 🐴🐴🐴

📨 Have any questions? Please PM the page and one of our committee members will be happy to help answer any queries you might have.

Pre-entries will close on Thursday 23rd of May.

Schedule can be viewed below!

Entries can be made via It’s Plain Sailing:

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48042

Irish Pony Society

19/04/2024

Reminder to all competitors on rules surrounding Open/Novice status for Working Hunter Classes in the Irish Pony Society.

17/04/2024

🐴🏅SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT 🏆🐎

We are thrilled to announce the sponsorship of Connell Hill Sport Horses.

A family run equestrian centre which specialises in the production of sport horses for top level competition, sales and schooling. Many horses have also been sourced and started their career here, with many going on to collect wins in Dublin, Balmoral, RIHS and HOYS.

Connell Hill Sport Horses will be sponsoring the Working Hunter Pony Championship. Selected purposefully by Connell Hill rider, Jodie Creighton, as she grew up competing with the IPS in these WHP classes, owing a lot of her successes to the foundations built as a young rider here.

Jodie now is competing in the top levels of showjumping, having recently returned from the Sunshine Tour.

Follow them here:
https://www.instagram.com/connellhill_sporthorses?igsh=dnNvMm1tNW96OW9x

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

15/04/2024

🐴 SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT 🐎

For the first time the IPS Northern Area will be running unaffiliated classes designed for newcomers to showing. The aim of these classes is to provide a stepping stone into showing without the fear of making mistakes or not having all the gear.

Our Newcomer Championship has been suitably sponsored by White Cottage Stables.

White Cottage Stables is ran by Toni Donnelly. She provides training and coaching to all ages of riders with the aim to take them to the highest standard possible. Toni is a registered HSI Level 2 coach & BHS Instructor with a BSc in Equine. Also renowned for her own success in the competition field, and that of her clientele.

White Cottage Stables is located in Saintfield, however often Toni offers her services in a range of equestrian centres across Northern Ireland.

Check out their page for more details if you wish to take your riding to the next level.

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

12/04/2024

🐴💚SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT 🛍️🦄

We are so excited to announce the sponsorship of equestrian clothing brand, Leskard Equestrian.

Designed and created by one of our own members, her elegant and innovative designs are sure to make you look good AND feel good.

Leskard’s designs are a fusion of contemporary fashion and equestrian tradition, catering to riders who appreciate both style and function. Their clothing is thoughtfully crafted with attention to detail, ensuring that you stand out in the arena while performing at your best.

They have sponsored our Mini Show Hunter Pony Championship.

We are thrilled that Leskard will joining us on the day of our show, allowing you to view their products in person. So make sure you bring along enough extra pennies to buy yourself a treat 🛍️💳💸.

If you can’t wait until the 27th of May and would like to browse what they have to offer, check them out here:

https://leskard.com/products/

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

11/04/2024

🪴🐮 SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT 🔨🐷

Introducing another generous sponsor of the IPS NA Spring show, Mackin's Animal Feeds.

Based in Newry, Mackins is truly your one stop shop for animal feeds, agricultural supplies, coal, hardware and garden supplies. Mackins are true experts when it comes to animal feeding. They are able to guide you through their ready made feeds or create custom formulations, totally bespoke to the needs of your animal, in their local feed mill.

Check out what they have to offer here:
https://mackinsnewry.com

They have kindly sponsored our Connemara Ridden Championship.

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

Mackins Animal Feeds and Hardware Supplies Welcome to Mackins, your one stop location for animal feeds, agricultural supplies, coal, hardware and garden supplies. Mackins Animal Feeds is a family run business, established over 30 years ago by current business principle Peter Mackin. From its’ root...

11/04/2024

🦀🐠SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT 🐟🦞

We are so appreciative of the show of support through the uptake of our sponsorship options.

Our next sponsor is Casey's Salmon Ltd. One of Northern Ireland’s leading seafood companies, with a huge range of produce available for wholesale and retail.

Based in Strabane, they have some produce available to purchase at The Meat Joint (Newtownstewart), Mitchell Meats (Strabane), and The Village Store (Artigarvan). Be sure to try them out if you’re in the area 🤤.

They have very generously sponsored both our Connemara Working Hunter Pony Championship and Intermediate Championship.

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

10/04/2024

⌚️💍 SPONSORSHIP SPOTLIGHT 💎🎁

We are delighted to introduce our first sponsor for our Spring Show, Lowry Jewellers. A family run jewellery shop based in Lisburn Market Square and Banbridge. They stock a wide range of jewellery and watches as well as providing a range of services such as jewellery cleaning, valuations and repairs.

Check them out here:

https://www.lowryjewellers.com/

They have kindly sponsored our Show Hunter Pony Championship.

If you would also like to get on board for sponsorship please check out the options available via our sponsorship section on its plain sailing.

https://itsplainsailing.com/org/ipsna -48307

10/04/2024

Schedule of classes for our show on 27th May 2024

09/04/2024

💥Last chance to submit results for shows that took place in January and February as these will be removed from results submission page on Friday.💥
https://www.irishponysociety.ie/submit-results/