About Blackdown Mendip Riding Club
About us
In 1991 a group of friends in the Cheddar area of Somerset formed the riding club with the intention of promoting horse riding in the area in a friendly and fun environment with the support and encouragement of fellow members. We now attract members from as far afield as the suburbs of Bristol, North Somerset, The Mendips and Sedgemoor.
If you would like to contact us please email us.
Events are posted on the website and our Facebook page, in addition to the lesson blog.
Our financial runs from 1 January to 31 December, and membership runs for a year from the date you join. The subscription is very modest at £33 per year.
ENJOY YOUR MEMBERSHIP AND MAKE THE MOST OF ALL EVENTS!
Meet your Committee
Mike Edwards
Chairman
Undergoing an almost mid-life crisis I took up riding and discovered I rather liked it. I enjoy bonding with my horses whether simply hacking out or taking part in lessons or even competing. Even though I frequently had (and still have) unscheduled dismounts I was not put off and under the guidance of instructors and support from friends in the Club my riding has steadily improved. I joined Blackdown Mendip some while ago now (before I had grey hair) and found it to be welcoming, encouraging and, most importantly, friendly. I discovered that it was about just giving it a go and not to worry if I made a complete fool of myself, nobody stood in judgement and we all laughed together. Now, as part of a relatively inexperienced, but enthusiastic committee I am pleased to see that ethos being continued. And I say to members “come on and have a go” at any or all disciplines, join in and have some fun and in turn the club will “help you to become the best that you can be”.
Sarah Barnes
Treasurer
I joined Blackdown Mendip Riding Club 15 years ago, when I got my first horse at the grand old age of 42 ! The Club was perfect for me as it gave me the opportunity to train without the pressure of having to be competitive, and this is still relevant today. As well as riding Club lessons I enjoy hacking and the occasional dressage competition. I joined the Committee as Treasurer in 2023, so I am the person chasing you for lesson payments !
Debi Goessens
Secretary
I’ve had horses since my early teens, competing for years but now enjoying a quieter horsey life hacking and having lessons with our amazing instructors
I volunteered to join the committee as I loved the friendly, supportive environment I found when having lessons with the club and wanted to part of the team driving that ethos. I have been Club Secretary since 2023 with responsibility for writing the newsletters, producing minutes, helping to organise events and supporting the other committee members as needed
Kate Hignell
Membership Secretary
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Pip Page
Training officer – Lesson bookings, teams and Camp
Dawn Warford
Child welfare officer, Merchandise, catering and Members Days
Judy Holbrook
Area 12 Rep' / Event co-ordinator
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