Equestrian centre riding high
CROFT Top Equestrian Centre in Stone Fold has hosted the North West Open Championships, a must-attend event for any budding horse rider.
The centre, owned by Ken and Margaret Holden, hosted a events including ridden, working hunter, showjumping and team showjumping.
Kirsty Riley had two daughters competing at the championships. She said: “The team at Croft Top put together a fantastic show programme covering five weekends in total.
“This year saw not only the legendary Georgio being ridden by owner Sarah Lundy opening the show but also retiring in the ring at 28 years of age. Equestrians come from all over to compete at the venue, which hosts many events throughout the year.”
Kirsty’s daughter
Hana, 18, has been riding since she was young and has competed at the North West Open Championships for the past seven years. This year Hana won the intermediate equitation championship on ex-racehorse I’m Not Bitter, owned by Zara Reed, as well as becoming retraining of racehorse reserve champion.