Thank you so much for your interest in our BYRDS residential camp this year. Our camps are always well supported so please apply in good time to avoid disappointment.
“So, here we are another one for you all to enjoy!”
Our Saturday night Gala Evening will see Lynne Crowden of the world famous Woodlander Stud present some of her young horses to us. For those of you that don’t know Lynne she is a walking encyclopaedia on all things horses! Lynne will discuss lunging, breaking and producing young horses. I will let you know nearer the time which horses Lynne & her team will be bringing along for us.
Camp will be held at Addington Manor EC, Nr Buckingham, Buckinghamshire MK18 2JR from the evening of
Friday 24 April to Sunday 26 April. If you would like to take a look at their superb facilities etc please visit their website at http://www.addingtonmanor.co.uk
On the Friday you will need to arrive at Addington between 3 pm to 6 pm. There will be a stable manager on site who will direct you to your stable & once your horse is settled in you will need to come along to the cafe & register your arrival with me & be advised of your bridle number & times for Saturday. We will then meet back in the cafe at 7.30pm for a sit down meal and a briefing for the weekend.
Trainers
We have the very best coaches on hand to help you over the weekend. We have chosen coaches that are friendly, knowledgeable, fun & above all want you to enjoy your horse to the best of its ability as much as you do! They are all very experienced and believe me they have seen it all and really do coach ALL LEVELS. They include Jo Swain a registered BD Coach and squad assessor. Jo has competed horses up to small tour level.
Carol Bennitt a registered BD Coach and squad assessor and BHSI trainer and senior assessor. Carol is currently competing up to GP and trains with Carl Hester. Darryl Thickitt is a registered BD Coach and is currently involved in coaching our BD National Pony Squad. Darryl is currently competing up to INT2 level and trains with Carl Hester. All three coaches have trained many successful combinations up to FEI level.
Lectures
Saturday: Regina Hesdon Noble (aka Gina!). Gina works with many athletes including Team GB athletes. Gina will be delivering a practical 45 minute workshop themed “Maintenance of The Human Athlete”. This is not an exercise class & no special clothing is required.
Sunday: Hilary Vernon – bitting guru! Hilary is in demand all over the world with her extensive knowledge on correct bitting. Hilary works with many high profile horses, happy hackers, vets and dentists. Hilary will be delivering 45 minute lectures themed “understanding bitting”. To find out more you can visit her website at:http://www.informeddesigns.co.uk
Photographer: Heni Fourie will be joining us once again. He takes some amazing shots and likes to include photos other than test riding as it’s quite nice to have pictures from training sessions too! You can find out more about Heni at:http://www.henifouriephotography.co.uk

Stabling
Stabling is available to us & all horses must stable overnight. If you stable locally you can book a day stable. Horses are not permitted to stand on the lorry all day. Please download your stabling form from here:http://www.addingtonmanor.co.uk/about-us/stable-booking-form
PLEASE NOTE ALL STABLING APPLICATIONS ARE TO BE SENT DIRECTLY TO ADDINGTON, LAURA
STUBBS.
Please note where possible stables will be allocated based on the rider pairs with most of the riders stabled in the permanent stables up the ramp to the right of the main stable block at the end of the carpark. We will not be able to change the stable that is allocated to you.
When you arrive on the Friday you will be shown to your allocated stable and collect anything you have preordered. You will need to pay a £10 clean stable deposit which will be repaid to you before you leave on Sunday upon returning your stable receipt and once the Stable Manager has checked your box. Once settled you will need to register with me in the cafe in order I can confirm your timetable for the Saturday. Sunday timetable will be published on the Saturday afternoon.
You will need to bring your own feed, hay, mucking out tools and water buckets.
We are limited on places so please send me a deposit of £100 to secure your place. Full balances will be due no later than 15 March which is the closing date. Once your deposit or balance has been received please be advised that refunds will only be made upon receipt of a vet’s certificate or a doctor’s note where a refund of
50% will be made providing it is before the closing date. If withdrawals are made after the closing date NO refund is due.
What do I get for my money?
Attendance certificate, rosette, goody bag, sit down meal on the Friday evening, three mounted coaching sessions, one test, Bitting lecture with Hilary Vernon & Maintenance of the Human Athlete workshop with
Regina Hesdon Noble, entry to our Gala Evening with Lynne Crowden of The Woodlander Stud where you are welcome to bring along friends, etc foc..
Squad Tests
Competition dress is not required, smart fitted riding attire please, and ponies/horses do not need to be plaited. No points will be awarded. Please note that tests may be commanded if you wish.
Who can go to camp?
ANYONE FROM ANY REGION at any level! In Central Region we pride ourselves on training everyone from riders that have only just started out right through to Grand Prix riders. No horse under four years old may take part. Riders must either be full BD members or a Team Quest or BYRDS Club Member. The horses will come in all shapes and sizes from the faithful old family pony through to those aiming for a place at PSG level on the teams. It will be fun, informative and you will make many friends. You can come on your own as the region is so welcoming – there will never be a dull moment – guaranteed!
Under 18’s must have a parent/guardian present throughout the weekend and they are more than welcome to spectate at the ridden sessions and they may also attend the lectures & the Saturday evening entertainment free of charge. If they wish to join the sit down meal on the Friday night there will be a fee of £20 per parent/guardian.

Dogs
Addington Manor EC do not allow dogs around the arenas, walkways, stables etc you are however allowed to have them with you in the lorry park provided it is kept on a lead at all times and you clean up after him. This is a strict policy – no exceptions.
Lorries & Trailers
You will be met on the lorry park on Friday from 3pm until 6pm and will be shown where to park your lorry or trailer. There is electrical hook up for a fee, refer to stabling form.
Camping
You are allowed to camp at Addington Manor EC free of charge.
Showers & Toilets
There will be facilities available to us 24 hours a day
Cafe
Opening hours:-
Friday 3pm until 9.30pm
Saturday 7.30am until 10pm
Sunday 7.30am until 4pm
Hot and cold food is available for purchase all weekend.
Finally, please remember this is a fun & active weekend, open to all where we can all join together in one common theme and that is the desire to learn more about our sport, our fellow riders and of course spend quality time with our beloved horses.
I look forward to meeting with you all once again and welcoming those that are new to BYRDS Central Region
Training.
Please do apply early as places are strictly limited and are on a first come first served basis.
For your info we should finish around 4pm on Sunday afternoon.
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ANY QUERIES RELATED TO THIS CAMP SHOULD BE SENT TO ME NOT
ADDINGTON
What shall I do next?- complete your application form and send to me with your deposit cheque. I will confirm your place via email & final camp information will be emailed out 10-14 days prior via email.
Thanks
Maria Leeson
BYRDS Representative
07983 456420

FOR ALL LEVELS : FLEDGLINGS - PONIES – JUNIORS - YOUNG RIDERS
(mounted coaching sessions will be shared with one other rider of similar ability)
Rider Name: Age (1 Jan 2015): BD Membership No.:
Address:
Telephone Number: Email address:
Name/s of Parent attending:
Training Level:
Previous/Current Squad Level:
Regular Trainer:
Competition Level:
A / B / C / Fledgling (please circle)
BYRDS Regular Coach:
Pony / Horse Name:
Stable: Friday Night – 24 April
Age (1 Jan 2015): M G S
Saturday Night – 25 April
Additional attendees for Friday Night Meal, £20 per person payable with final camp payment
(The rider attending camp is included at no extra cost)
Cost £230 for members payable to BD and sent to Maria Leeson. (Stabling at an additional discounted rate agreed with Addington EC). Stabling per attached booking form TO BE SENT
DIRECTLY TO ADDINGTON MANOR EC & STABLING CHEQUES PAYABE TO AMEC.
WITHDRAWALS:- Closing date is 15 March. Once your deposit or balance has been received please be advised that refunds will only be made upon receipt of a vet’s certificate or a doctor’s note where a refund of
50% will be made providing it is before the closing date. If withdrawals are made after the closing date NO refund is due.
I agree to attend the CENTRAL REGION BYRDS CAMP at my own risk. I will not hold the organisers responsible for any accident or injury howsoever caused. I acknowledge that all children under 18 years
must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
(Parent/Guardian)….................………………......................… Date………………………..................
COMPLETED FORMS along with a deposit of £100 (payable to BRITISH DRESSAGE) to be sent to MARIA LEESON at 171 Broughton Avenue, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP20 1PU