James Rennie School, Carlisle - thanks to a grant from BBC Children in Need we have also been able to extend this programme, offering it to new older pupils, as well as the younger ones.
National Para Equestrian Driving Championships
Henbury Hall, Cheshire
Graham and Charlotte, having successfully completed 3 outdoor club competitions during the summer, qualified for the Championships. Highlight of the Championships was a special award presented to Graham:
Most Inspirational Para-Driver
The fact that Graham is now able to drive all phases of competition unaided with one hand was recognised by the panel of judges. The special prize was a set of reins donated by Renee Shoop – a well known quality harness maker. This was a wonderful recognition of the hard work that Graham has put into his training and the standard he has achieved in a mere two years!
Exciting News!
We are now working in partnership with Ainscough Equestrian Services – who are now providing sessions for us for people in the north west of England. We are currently supporting 5 individual drivers who are attending and links have been made with Wigan Council's Children Services for provision of further sessions. Our principle trainer there is Chris Ainscough who has been a successful competition carriage driver for many years. He is now using his skills to bring the joy of driving to those with disabilities.