The Latest News from Oldencraig Equestrian Centre
Horse and Hound July 2019
Nathalie and Cerano Gold selected for team Sweden at the European Championships
Congratulations to Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund for being selected to ride for the Swedish Team at the European Championships in San Giovanni, Italy. Nathalie, trained by Vicky Thompson-Winfield, rides Oec Dressage Worldwide client, John Evans's Cerano Gold in the under 25 Individual and Team event. We wish them the very best of luck!
Artist creates a stir
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre Yard Sale
Oldencraig Equestrian centre has a variety of items for sale from fittings, stables and surfaces to bridles and headcollars. Any interested parties should contact Ian Winfield on 07702 124123 or 01342 833317 to book a viewing.
Hickstead CDIO 4* 24th-28th July 2019. Vicky Thompson Winfield riding Mango Jacaro, Artist and Esquire
Vicky Thompson Winfield is delighted to have been selected to compete in the Big tour with Mango Jacaro and Artist, owned by Oec Dressage Worldwide client Sam Francis. Vicky will also be riding Angela and David Jones's Esquire in the Small tour.
Hickstead CDIO 4* 25-28 July 2019. Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold
Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund is delighted to have been selected to ride for Sweden at the Hickstead CDIO / CDI 4* 25-28 July 2019. Trained by Vicky Thompson Winfield, Nathalie will be riding Oec Dressage worldwide client John Evans's Cerano Gold in the under 25 tour.
Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold - Agria Nordic Baltic Championships - CDIO 25th- 30th June 2019
Congratulations to Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold , trained by Vicky Thompson-Winfield, for being selected to ride for Sweden at the Agria Nordic Baltic Championships in Denmark. Owned by Dressage Worldwide client John Evans, Cerano Gold will be competing in the under 25 team with Nathalie.
Vicky Thompson- Winfield at Hickstead premier League 19th-22nd June
Vicky Thompson-Winfield will be competing Sam Francis's talented and beautiful Artist in the Grand Prix and Angela and David Jones's stunning and charming Stallion Esquire in the PSG and Inter 1.
Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold - Hickstead premier league- 19th - 22nd June 2019
Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold , trained by Vicky Thompson-Winfield, will be competing in the Inter 2 and Under 25 Grand Prix at the Hickstead Premier League 19th - 22nd June 2019.
Wellington premier league - 5th - 9th June 2019
Vicky will be riding Oldencraig Dressage Worldwide client Sam Francis's stunning Golden Palomino Artist in the Inter 2 and Grand prix. She will also be riding Angela Jones's talented Stallion Esquire in the PSG and Inter 1
Vicky Thompson Winfield and Esquire at Hickstead
Vicky Thompson Winfield took Angela Jones’s stunning boy Esquire to their first competition at Hickstead this weekend. Vicky only took over the ride of this horse a week ago but was delighted with a win in the PSG with 67.11% and third in the Inter 2 with 68.82%.
We look forward to watching the progress of this new partnership.
New sponsorship for Vicky
Vicky Thompson-Winfield is delighted to be sponsored by Mrs Angela Jones of Highview Stables in Bolney.
Vicky will be riding and competing two of Angela’s horses: Hurricane, a brown, seven year old Stallion at Med/Advanced Medium and Esquire, a Brown, 10 Year old Stallion at PSG/Inter 1.
Vicky is very much looking forward to working with Angela and her beautiful horses.
Loss of much respected Judge Suzanne-Floyd-Davies
Vicky, Ian and the team at Oldencraig are deeply saddened to hear of the death of a much respected judge, Suzanne-Floyd-Davies. Suzanne was involved with Oldencraig for over 20 years and she will be greatly missed.
Condolences to her family at this sad time.
Congratulations to Vicky and Mango Jacaro for qualifying for The Royal Windsor Horse Show 8th - 12th may 2019
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson-Winfield for qualifying for the Big tour at CHI Royal Windsor Horse Show 8th-12th May 2019.
Royal Windsor Horse Show is the UK’s largest outdoor premier Show and takes place in the private grounds of Windsor Castle hosting the 4* International Dressage.
Vicky will be riding Oec Dressage Worldwide client, Sam Francis’s talented stallion Mango Jacaro in the Big tour. We wish them the very best of luck.
Vicky and mango Jacaro - Nieuw en Sint Joosland - CDI3* 12th- 15th April 2019
Congratulations to Vicky and Mango Jacaro for being selcted for Nieuw en Sint Joosland - CDI3* 12th - 15th April 2019. Owned by Dressage Worldwide client Sam Francis, Mango Jacaro will be competing in the Big Tour.
Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold - Nieuw en Sint Joosland - CDI3* 12th- 15th April 2019
Congratulations to Oec Dressage Worldwide advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold, trained by Vicky Thompson- Winfield, for being selected to ride for Sweden at Nieuw en Sint Joosland - CDI3* 12th - 15th April 2019. Owned by Dressage Worldwide client John Evans, Cerano Gold will be competing in the under 25's with Nathalie.
Keysoe International 2019
Detatched Bungalow to rent
Please contact Ian Winfield on +44 (0) 7702 124123 or +44 (0) 1403 710946 for further details.
Vicky Thompson Winfield and Mango Jacaro shortlisted for Olympia
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield and Oec Dressage Worldwide client Sam Francis's Mango Jacaro for being shortlisted to compete at Olympia 2018.
Vicky Thompson Winfield riding Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s Oec Dressage Worldwide Ambicioso
Photo courtesy of www.outandaboutdressage.co.uk
UNAFFILIATED SHOW DATES 2019
JANUARY
19/1/2019 DRESSAGE
FEBRUARY
2/2/2019 DRESSAGE
16/2/2018 DRESSAGE
26/2/2018 DRESSAGE
MARCH
10/3/2019 SCHOOL TEAMS
16/3/2019 DRESSAGE
31/3/2019 DRESSAGE AND FUN SHOW
APRIL
13/4/2019 DRESSAGE
22/4/2019 DRESSAGE AND EASTER FUN SHOW
28/4/2019 DRESSAGE
MAY
6/5/2019 BANK HOLIDAY DRESSAGE AND FUN SHOW
18/5/2019 DRESSAGE
25/5/2019 DRESSAGE AND SHOW JUMPING
JUNE
1/6/2019 DRESSAGE
15/6/2019 DRESSAGE AND SHOW JUMPING
30/6/2019 DRESSAGE AND FUN SHOW
13/7/2019 DRESSAGE
28/7/2019 DRESSAGE AND FUN SHOW
AUGUST
4/8/2019 SUMMER SHOW
10/8/2019 DRESSAGE
17/8/2019 DRESSAGE AND SHOW JUMPING
25/8/2019 CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW
Jammy For Sale
Age 8 years old - D.O.B 02/07/2010
Height 15.3 HH approx.
Level Novice (working elementary/Medium) and jumps
Colour Bay
Sex Mare
Breeding Cevin Z (coriall x larthago) X Billy Congo mare (billy congo x nicool)
Billy Nicool or Jammy as we call her is with us for sale, she is a delight to have around and is showing great aptitude for her work and is really progressing quickly, showing great elasticity in the lateral work. Jammy’s bloodlines show she is from top jumping stock and Jammy loves to jump but also has a talent for dressage. She would be ideal as a first horse, her manners and calmness are impeccable or suited to a more competitive rider.
For more information contact Ian Winfield on 07702 124123 or 01403710946
Christmas Fun day - 16th December 2018
Fun Show 25th November 2018
Schoolmaster for loan at Oldencraig
This is your chance to loan a very smart School master from the prestigious Dressage centre Oldencraig. Oyster is a charming 22 year old son of Animo’s Hallo has a wealth of experience and successes under his belt. Owned and ridden by Grade 3 Para rider since January 2007. The pair won the Para Winter final in 2007 and they were picked for the Worlds the same year coming 8th overall. They were shortlisted for the Olympic Games in Beijing in 2008. Oyster successfully competed in Manhiuem where he came 2nd in 2008 and competed for Great Britain with his owner in Belgium coming 2nd individually and winning the team event. Oyster is comfortably working at advanced medium level. He has a straight, uphill flying change. His lateral work is performed at great ease with the smallest aids. He has three very correct paces and he collects and extends easily within each gait as the rider requires, making him a very suitable ride for either an experienced rider or someone who wants to learn the more advanced movements.
Please contact Mr Winfield on 07702 124123 or 01403710946 for further information. Alternatively you can email info@oldencraig.com
Firepit Designs Bespoke Fabrication
Ian and Vicky Winfield recently commissioned this life size foal which now proudly sits at their home in Shermanbury.
Using his blacksmithing skills, Russell will create you a bespoke piece whether commercial or domestic.
No job is too big or too small. We also have a range of Log holders, Candlesticks and boot stands available which can be made to order to meet any requirements.
Daytime Number: +44 1670 632051
Evening Number: +44 1670 861641
Mobile Number: +44 7886 907817
The MCI 2018 EUROPEAN FINALS 4-7/10/
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for qualifying for the The MCI 2018 European Finals at Bury Farm. Vicky will be riding Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s Mango Jacaro in the REYALE - IBERICA section.
VICKY THOMPSON WINFIELD AND EXQUISITE INVITED TO COMPETE AT HOYS 2018
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield and Oldencraig Exquisite for their invitation to compete at the horse of the year show 2018. Unfortunately they will not be able to attend due to Vicky competing at the The MCI 2018 European Finals
Nathalie Wahlund and Oldencraig Echo, trained by Vicky Thompson Winfield,win the Top Spec Medium National Championships
For Sale
Please contact Ian Winfield on 07702 124123 or 01403 710946
Hickstead highlights
A second at Edenbridge and Oxted show for Oldencraig’s resident Shire Wendy
Huge congratulations to Oldencraig client Yvonne Waltham and her adorable and stunning 3 year old Shire Wendy for coming second in the 3 year old class at The Edenbridge and Oxted Show and qualifying for the Championship. Yvonne recently purchased Wendy who has been resident at Oldencraig for the last few months. This was Wendy’s very first show and Yvonne was delighted with her impeccable behaviour and attitude, she was clearly a firm favourite with the public both young and old.
Yvonne would like to thank Oldencraig rider Noora who has been training Wendy to turn on the spot and walk and trot in a straight line and Cheryl and Jackie from hurst green shires who did her flights and tail decoration and who showed her on the day. She would also like to thank the Oldencraig team for their support.
Yvonne and Wendy are off to try some in hand Le Trec next!
Dynamic Duo Lead - August 2018
Christmas Charity Gala Ball 16th November 2018
Bury Farm Summer Festival and high profile show 21st-23rd August 2018
Vicky Thompson-Winfield will be riding Oldencraig client Sam Francis's stunning boys, Artist and Mango Jacaro at Bury Farm Summer festival and high profile show. Both horses will be competing at Grand Prix, This will be Artist's first time competing at this level, he has come such a long way and matured into a stunning and very talented boy, always so full of character. we wish them all the very best of luck!
Customised Firepit for Morley Manor
Ian and Vicky are delighted with their new customised Firepit from Firepit design. Wendy and Russell were very easy to deal with and the whole process went very smoothly. The Firepit is stunning and was delivered on time to Ian’s exact specification.
For more information on customised firepits please contact Wendy and she will be happy to dicuss your requirements. Firepit design wendy.taylor@firepitdesign.co.uk 07886350553 or visit the website www.firepitdesign.co.uk
Bury Farm Summer Festival and high profile show 21st-23rd August 2018
Oldencraig client sam Fancis’s Artist made his debut at Grandprix and the Bury Farm high profile show Vicky was delighted with second place and a score of 69.40% only narrowly being beaten by 0.006 %. He was unlucky to have had to deal with the steward coming out of a dark corner, collecting score sheets just as he was doing rein back at C which distracted him, disturbing his concentration.
Otherwise he made a splendid effort and tried so hard. Giving a correct clear round and some lovely, stylish Piaffe work. Vicky was extremely proud of him and I think he was proud of himself as it has been a very long journey. Artist confirmed his confidence by finishing second again on the following day in his second Grand Prix, only to be beaten by his much more experienced stable mate the lovely expressive Mango Jacaro, also owned by Sam Francis. Jacaro gave a really polished test showing good relaxation and expression, after a rather difficult show in the bad weather at Hickstead a couple of weeks previously.
Hickstead Summer Regional Championships
British Dressage Summer Regionals at Hickstead 13th-15th July 2018
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield winning the Inter 1 Regionals with 70.66% on Oldencraig client Nathalia Checkmareva's Oldencraig Exquisite.
Coming just behind Vicky into second place with 68.68%, Oldencraig Senior rider Shaun O Sullivan riding Yuri Jinnos's, Oldencraig Choice.
Oldencraig Advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund placed 4th with 66.42%in the Medium Silver with Penny Brinsley's Oldencraig Echo and a fabulous Second in the medium with 70.81% qualifying them for the National Championships.
Well done team OEC!!
Hartpury CDI 3rd-8th July 2018
Vicky Thompson Winfield took Sam Francis’s super boys Artist and Mango Jacaro to Hartpury CDi, along with Nathalia Checkmareva’s Exquisite. Artist gave a really solid and secure ride producing a clean and active PSG test achieving 71% and 3rd place. On the second day he produced another clean test this time in the Inter 1 showing a lot more expression and energy giving a vibrant performance, finishing close second on 71%. Unfortunately in the Freestyle he became rather over excited and nervous and had a few uncharacteristic mistakes which was a shame.
Exquisite produced another reliable PSG on the first day to score 70% with a clean test. He tried very hard in the heat and was really sensible considering the busy atmosphere and Vicky was delighted that he still remained focused on his job. The Inter 1 was another good test although he sadly lost his balance in the first pirouette proving expensive.
Mango Jacaro was a real star in the Grand Prix on the first day with the judges all on 70% or very close. He was so much fun and a real pleasure to ride performing all the movements very comfortably earning some lovely comments from the judges.
Vicky was really looking forward to the freestyle, however, Jacaro got a little too excited and the very loud music didn’t really help. Unfortunately the test was very tense and hectic which spoilt it for him, especially as he was so good in the Grand Prix the day before. There are always up’s and down’s in this sport and it will all be good experience leading up to Hickstead.
Top of the leader board for Rico In the MCI European masters
Congratulations to the lovely Naranjito and his rider for winning their class putting them at the top of the leader board in the Primera and Novilla classes in the MCI European masters. Naranjito was sold to Julie last year by Oldencraig and she is delighted with him
Summer regionals 2018 - Vicky Thompson Winfield
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson-Winfield who has qualified all her horses for the Summer Regionals. Exquisite, Salome di Fontabetti and Artist. Exquisite will be competing in the Summer regionals at Hickstead in Inter 1, everything else has qualified for the National Championships already.
Summer regionals 2018 - Shaun O Sullivan and Nathalie Wahlund
Congratulations to Shaun O Sullivan for qualifying for the Summer regionals with Yuri Jinno's Super classy gelding Oldencraig Choice and to Nathalie Wahlund for qualifying John Evans's Cerano Gold and Penny Brinsley's Oldencraig Echo. Both Shaun and Nathalie are trained by Vicky Thompson-Winfield.
Hickstead premier league 19th-23rd June
Vicky Thompson-Winfield took Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s beautiful stallion Mango Jacaro and Nathalia Checkmareva’s stunning stallion Exquisite to the Hickstead Premier League.
It was another fabulous show for all the horses. On the first day Exquisite was a little unsettled in the Inter 1 and had several minor inaccuracies but nothing disastrous scoring 67.94%. This proved to be a good warm up for the next test as exquisite got his highest PSG score to date with a super settled clean test coming second with 71.89%.
On the Thusrday Vicky rode the PSG first, Exquisite was energetic but really listening showing some well balanced and supple work, improving on the day before achieving first place with 72.76% topping a very strong class. The judges are scoring him with 8’s and 9’s now which is amazing in such a short time. Vicky and the team are very excited for this talented horse’s future with this being his first show season.
In the Grand Prix Mango Jacaro put in another solid performance to earn 5th place and 69.28% with the scores from 2nd to 5th all in the 69% range so a very close result. Vicky is very happy with Mango Jacaro’s progress this year and his performance. He is gaining more confidence and relaxation which allows Vicky to ask him to be more expressive which she is delighted with.
Vicky Thompson Winfield wins the PSG at hickstead premier league on Oldencraig Exquisite
Hickstead CDIO / CDI 26-29 July 2018 Team GB Nations Cup
Vicky Thompson Winfield is delighted to have been selected as 2nd reserve for the Nations Cup at Hickstead CDIO /CDI wirth Sam Francis's talented stallion Mango Jacaro. This stallion is for sale and can be viewed on the Oldencraig horses for sale page on www.oldencraig.com.
Hickstead CDIO / CDI 26-29 July 2018
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield on being selected for the Big tour and Small tour at Hickstead CDIO / CDI. She will be riding Sam Francis's Mango Jacaro in the Big tour and Artist in the Small Tour. She also rides Nathalia Checkmareva's Exquisite in the Small tour.
It was a steaming show with temperatures topping 35 degrees over the first few days.
For the Small tour Artist and exquisite were on good form, but despite the warm weather Artist felt rather exuberant and made silly balance mistakes in extended trot. Being a little distracted in such close company worked out expensive and he placed fairly low.
Exquisite was very well behaved in the arena but had not really settled well after the warm up. It was a difficult call wanting to conserve energy and not overdo it in the extreme heat. This cost marks with his focus and attention being affected but Vicky was happy with his marks which improved very little in the Inter 1 although he still had some uncharacteristic mistakes.
On Friday Vicky rode Sam Francis’s Stallion Mango Jacaro in the Nations Cup Grand Prix. Jacaro gave Vicky a fun, pleasing and confident clear round. He is maturing into a very reliable ride being much more established and consistent in the arena. In the freestyle the pair were extremely unlucky to have to perform their test during the worst storm of the summer. The heavens opened and the winds blew taking most of the arena with it and even for such a steady chap like jacaro this was a little too much and really shocked him. Vicky’s quick thinking avoided a complete disaster and she rode an ‘improvised’ floor plan bringing him back to his delightful self. Vicky and Jacaro finished on 69%, well down on his usual freestyle score, however, the team still managed second place in the Nations Cup. Vicky was delighted and honoured to have been given the opportunity to ride in The Nations Cup and thoroughly enjoyed it.
Hickstead CDIO / CDI 26-29 July 2018
Congratulations to Oldencraig advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund on being selected by Sweden to compete in the CDY at Hickstead CDIO /CDI riding John Evan's Cerano Gold.
Hartpury CDI3* 3-8 July 2018
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield on being selected for the Big tour and Small tour at Hartpury CDI3*. She will be riding Sam Francis's Mango Jacaro in the Big tour and Artist in the Small Tour. She also rides Nathalia Checkmareva's Exquisite in the Small tour.
PERMANENT LOANER SOUGHT FOR OLDENCRAIG CONSTANTIN
This is fabulous opportunity to loan a striking 16.3h stunning bay gelding that has been trained up to PSG. Constantin has also jumped and hacked and excels on a varied work regime. He has 3 ground covering paces and always scored well in the dressage arena.
Constantine is looking for someone to have him on permanent loan. He is suitable for a competent rider who would like to benefit from his former education. For more information please contact Mr Winfield on 07702124123 or 01403 710946. Or by email -Ian.w.winfield@gmail.com.
HOUSEKEEPER/HOUSEKEEPER COUPLE REQUIRED
Experienced and professional live in housekeeper or housekeeper couple required to run a large and busy, smart family home in West Sussex. Love of dogs and cats essential.
Must be respectful, discreet and professional at all times.
Beautiful rural setting and lovely separate accommodation.
5 1/2 day week with rare evening but some weekend work.
Salary negotiable depending on experience.
Job Requirements
Housekeeper: duties to include cleaning, ironing, washing, Running errands, care of various pets, very occasional cooking.
Gardner/Handyperson: duties to include mowing lawns, maintenance jobs, driving, general handyman. Knowledge of gardening preferable.
Own car is advisable.
Both must speak fluent English.
Non-smokers.
In the first instance telephone Mr Winfield on 07702 124123, 01403710946 or email ian.w.winfield@gmail.com
Midsummer's Garden Party - Wednesday 1st August 2018
Bolesworth CDI 11th-13th June 2018
Vicky Thompson- Winfield rode Oldencraig client Nathalia Chekmareva’s stunning Stallion Exquisite in the Small tour at Bolesworth CDI. Exquisite was super well behaved with a little tension, understandably considering it was his first International competition after participating in only 3 shows prior to this. There were no real errors and he tried his heart out beating many horses of several years more experience of major events. In such a big arena he took it all in his stride! He came 3rd in the PSG with 69.9% with Charlotte Du Jardin taking 1st and second place. In the Inter1 freestyle, Exquisite’s first ever (after only one ride through as they were only confirmed as an entry on the Friday before!) scored one of his best scores at this level to finish on 71% and 6th. Vicky was so very happy with him as he tried so hard, with no real mistakes or nerves he coped so well, amazing results for so early in his career. His future looks very exciting as the judges seemed to really appreciate his talent.
Wellington Premier League 6th-10th June 2018
Vicky Thompson-Winfield took Sam Francis’s gorgeous Spanish Stallion Mango Jacaro and Nathalia Checkmareva’s Stunning Stallion Exquisite to Wellington Premier League.
Exquisite performed a solid, clean test in the PSG coming first in a very large class of 43 starters. Despite being a new comer to performing he was relaxed and super obedient to shine in such a huge class of talented horses. It was a tense day as he was first to go at 10am and he held the lead right up to 5pm when the class finished. Vicky was utterly delighted with him and his super approach to his work. In the Inter 1 with a couple of little mistakes they still managed third place with 69.07% and he still has a lot more power and balance to come at this level. It is very exciting that Exquisite is getting such positive comments from the judges and equally such high marks!
Mango Jacaro produced another fluent and correct test in the Grand Prix being rewarded with 2nd pace with 69.9% in the Grand Prix. He is beginning to show more relaxation with his work and the extra expression is starting to show. Vicky was super pleased with him and is excited for his future as there are plenty more marks to come.
Good luck to Vicky Thompson Winfield and Nathalie Wahlund at Wellington Premier League 6th 10th June 2018
Vicky Thompson-Winfield will be riding Sam Francis's Artist and Mango Jacaro at Wellington Premier league. She also rides Nathalia Checkmareva's Exquisite. Nathalie Wahlund, Oldencraig's advanced rider, trained by Vicky Thompson-Winfield, will be riding Oldencraig client John Evans's Cerano Gold. We wish them all the very best of luck.
Oldencraig Naranjito – ‘Rico’
Julie Harris recently purchased the PRE Spanish Gelding Naranjito MRT fondly known as ‘Rico’ from Oldencraig Equestrian Centre. He is a beautiful example of his breed, he has a great presence in the arena and is an impressive looking horse with his extravagant movement and three athletic paces. This lovely five year old is typical of his breed, he is intelligent and friendly, unflappable and a super mover.
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Julie and Rico won the ANCCE Cup qualifier at Somerford recently. Julie is delighted with her new horse and they are out competing successfully together, gaining confidence with every outing. We would like to wish them every success in the future.
Vicki Thompson-Winfield lands a Hatrick
Addington Premier league 11-13/5/2018
Swedish Championships 2018
Congratulations to Oldencraig advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund and Cerano Gold, trained by Vicky Thompson Winfield, for qualifying for Young Rider at the Swedish Dressage Championships in Stromsholm.
Addington Premier league 11-13/5/2018
Addington Premier League 11th-13th May Vicky took Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s Artist and Mango Jacaro and Nathalia Chekmareva’s Exquisite D to Addington premier League and was delighted with all three horse’s performances.
Exquisite tried his heart out and earnt some splendid scores for his PSG classes winning 2 with 69.52%and 70% respectively and coming 4th in the Inter 1, all the small tour classes were strongly contested with almost 40 starters every day, a fabulous learning experience for him.
Artist once again gave Vicky a great ride in the Inter 1 on the second day, being much more settled and focused to earn a super score of 72.63% and first place.
Jacaro was super cool in the Grand Prix and presented himself very comfortably to score 68% and raised his game with a more expressive freestyle to get another great score of 73.41% and second place.
Oldencraig Chief rider Shaun O Sullivan, trained by Vicky, rode Yuri Jinno’s Choice making good progress with a top score of 68% and 7th place in the PSG over the three days. They are looking a lot more confident as a team, although still a few nervous moments, Choice is learning how to deal with a busy environment and his balance and concentration is improving with every outing.
Oldencraig advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund, trained by Vicky, rode John Evans’s Cerano Gold gaining a top score of 67.21% and 9th place in the PSG. This is great for Nathalie and Cerano being their first Premier league. They have gained a lot of valuable experience and confidence. A good few days at the office!
Keysoe Premier league 27-29/4/2018
Keysoe premier league got off to a very damp and cold start with heavy rain. On Friday all horses were a little unsettled but managed to place in very large classes. On Saturday Vicky rode Oldencraig client Nancy Raff’s charming and much loved mare Salome di Fontabetti producing a solid, clean test gaining just over 70% in the Inter 1 to come third in a strong field of 40 competitors. On Sunday the cheeky and talented palomino gelding Artist owned by Sam Francis was much more relaxed and settled down to a super test winning the Inter 2 with 69%. Nathalia Chekmareva’s stunning stallion Exquisite didn’t disappoint settling into a pleasing rhythm to produce his best test of the show gaining 72% and second place in the PSG with a few green mistakes. Vicky was delighted with all three horses who have all progressed and produced improved performances throughout the show in large classes with quality competition. She was especially pleased with Exquisite who is new to competing away from home and improved in confidence significantly.
Shaun O’Sullivan and Yuri Jinno’s gorgeous gelding Oldencraig Choice, trained by Vicky, also produced their most confident performance to date scoring a fabulous 69% and 6th place in the Inter 1.
Oldencraig Affiliated Dressage 20/4/2018
Vicky Thompson Winfield rode the stunning black stallion owned by Nathalia Checkmareva in the gold section of the PSG. It was a good warm up for this attractive pair for their upcoming premier league at Keysoe which will be Exquisite’s first outing away from home. They scored a respectable 70.39% and pleasing judge Marion Terry. Vicky is delighted with the way this huge character of a horse is going, he is one to watch for the future.
Oldencraig Affiliated Dressage 6/4/2018
Vicky Thompson-Winfield rode Oldencraig client Nathalia Chekmareva’s stunning Stallion Exquisite D in the Gold section of the PSG. Grade 1 Judge Mary Anne Horn was very impressed with this talented little horse and they won the section with 72.03%.
FUN SHOW 27th MAY 2018
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre
OEC Dressage Worldwide Quality horses for sale
Oldencraig advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund trained by Vicky Thompson-Winfield
Vicki Horse and Hound April 2018
Congratulations to Shaun O Sullivan and Nathalie Wahlund for qualifying for the NAF Five Star Winter Dressage Championships at Hartpury
Shaun O Sullivan riding Yuri Jinno's stunning gelding Oldencraig Choice, and Nathalie Wahlund riding Penny Brinsley's gorgeous Oldencraig Echo, both trained by Vicky Thompson-Winfield, are delighted to have qualified for the Naf five star Winter dressage championships at Hartpury April 11th-15th 2018. We wish them all the very best of luck!
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for being selected to compete at Keysoe CDI3* 16-18/3/2018.
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for being selected to compete at The Keysoe CDI3* with Oldencraig client Sam Francis's talented Stallion Mango Jacaro in the Big Tour and Oldencraig client Donella Torcassi's delightful mare Salome Di Fontabetti in the Small tour. We wish them all the very best of luck!
Several riders set exciting plus-75% targets ahead of the Merrist regionals
S & S EQUESTRIAN NEW LIVERY SPACES AVAILABLE
S & S Equestrian have a new location with 5 star Facilities offering five star care at an amazing, secluded yard with excellent facilities for you to relax and enjoy your horse.
Tandridge Lane
Lingfield
Surrey
RH7 6LL
New full livery and part livery spaces available
- Large stables
- Auto drinkers
- wash bays tie up areas
- solarium bay
- 6 horse covered Walker
- Olympic sized indoor school
- x 3 Olympic sized outdoor schools
- One out door lunge arena
- One indoor lunge arena
- All weather one mile gallop track
- Good hacking
- post and rail all year turnout
- Regular shows onsite from fun show to affiliated shows
- Heated tack room
- Late night checks
- 24hr CCTV surveillance
- Friendly qualified staff
- Top riders and trainers on hand to school and teach you if required
- No yard politics all friendly people
-lorry or trailer parking
Please PM or call me. I am happy to answer any questions you may have 07593 031647
CHARLOTTE MANDER - AFFILIATED SHOW SECRETARY
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre are delighted to announce that Charlotte Mander will be the new Affiliated Show secretary. Charlotte has worked with Ian and Oldencraig for many years and has returned to take on the role of show secretary.
Charlotte runs her own successful livery yard in Lingfield and is Mum to the gorgeous Heidi who is seven.
Addington High Profile Show 12th-14th January 2018
The first completion of the year was a great success. I took Sam Francis’s super gelding Artist to compete in the Inter 2 and Inter 1 classes and Oldencraig client, Donella Torcassi's lovely mare Salome to compete in the PSG and Inter 1 classes.
Artist performed an enthusiastic First inter 2 showing great talent for Piaffe and Passage. Just a couple of very minor mistakes from a lapse in concentration but I was so delighted with him as this is a new level of work to Artist and I was really happy that he tried so hard.
On the second day in the Inter 1 Artist was a little more relaxed and although we still had 3 minor mistakes his quality of work is clearly much improved and mature as he still went on to win the class with 71.18% in a very strong field.
It was my first time competing Salome and I was delighted with her attitude towards her work, On the first day she performed a lovely PSG test coming second with 70.79% in very strong company. She then went on to compete in the Inter 2 the following day and came 7th with 67.11% she coped well with the atmosphere and tried so hard to please, especially as she is very inexperienced at competing, I am very excited about this charming mare’s future and look forward to the next show.
ADDINGTON MANOR HIGH PROFILE DRESSAGE SHOW 12-14 January 2018
Vicky Thompson Winfield will be starting 2018 's competing at Addington high profile show riding the lovely Artist for owner Sam Francis in the Inter 2 and Inter 1 classes. Vicky will also be riding Oldencraig client, Donella Torcassi's charming and much loved mare Salome. This will be Vicky's first time competing this sweet mare and they will compete in the PSG and Inter 1 classes.
We wish them all the very best of luck!
Advanced rider Position
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre has a position for a full time Advanced Rider & Instructor to join Vicki Thompson and her team.
The candidate must be a proven Advanced Rider (No time wasters) You will receive the following:
• Good rates of pay
• Possibility for you to bring your own horse (no dogs or cats)
• Training with Vicki Thompson, 19 times National Champion & Olympic team rider/trainer
• Training with Jo Hinneman (German team trainer) and Arthur Kottas (Spanish Riding School)
• Live in or out (brand new accommodation)
• A chance to compete every week in England/Europe
• You will need to teach
• Opportunity to ride lots of top quality horses
• Plus many more benefits
Interested persons should submit a resume to info@oldencraig.com or contact:
Ian Winfield (Owner/Director)
Home +44 1403 710 946
Mobile +44 7702 124123
Website: www.oldencraig.com
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre
A rare opportunity has become available at Oldencraig Equestrian Centre to lease up to 21 stables in an American barn style yard. The barn comes with its own heated Oak tack room with hot water, solarium and 2 wash down bays, rug room feed room and storage barn.
Facilities include 4 Olympic sized arenas (1 indoor, 3 outdoor) indoor and outdoor lunge arenas, covered horse walker, a one mile gallop track and all year turn out. We host British Dressage and unaffiliated competitions weekly and we also hold fun shows (jumping, showing, fancy dress ect) bi monthly.
International Dressage riders and trainers onsite.
To view the facilities please visit our website www.oldencraig.com
Please call in the first instance Mr. Ian Winfield +44 7702124123
Fun Show 25th February 2018
Merry Christmas and a Happy new Year
Ian, Vicky and Maximus Winfield would like to wish everybody a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Christmas Fun Day 17th December 2017
FEI Roosendaal – CDI4* 27/11/2017 – 3/12/2017
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for being selected to represent GB at Roosendaal - CDI4* 27/11/2017-3/12/2017. Vicky has been fortunate enough to be selected for both the Small Tour with Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s stunning gelding Artist and also the Big tour with Sam’s very talented Spanish stallion Mango Jackaro! We wish them all the very best of luck!!
Le Mans CDi 3* 19-22 October 2017
Fantastic result for Vicky and Mango Jacaro and his owner Sam Francis at Le Mans CDI3* in the GP Freestyle 72.20% and placed 4th over all with all the judges scoring them over the 70% mark. Well done.
Vicky on Sam Francis Mango Jacaro in the prize giving at Le Mans CDI 3* placing a brilliant 8th out of 39 starters in the Grand Prix with a score of 68.34%
Vicky and Mango Jacaro in the prize giving at Le Mans CDI 3*
Nathalie Wahlund and Oldencraig Echo Earned 74.46% on home ground
Halloween Freaky Fun Show 29th October 2017
Christmas Fun Day 17th December 2017
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for being selected to compete at Le Mans CDI*** 19-22/10/2017.
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield qualifying for Le Mans CDI*** with Oldencraig client Sam Francis's talented Stallion Mango Jacaro. We wish them the very best of luck!
The National Dressage Championships at Stoneleigh September 14th -17th 2017.
It was show time again for Vicky Thompson Winfield and Oldencraig client sam Francis’s talented boys Mango Jacaro and Artist at the National Dressage Championships at Stoneleigh.
The stunning palomino Artist was first to compete in the PSG and Inter 1. Once again Artist put in a solid performance gaining a fabulous 71.79% and third place in a very strong class. They then went on to compete in the hotly contested Inter 1 and Artist did well gaining 70.29%. In his final class- the Inter 1 Freestyle, after a brilliant warm up the heavens opened and it almost looked like Vicky and Artist would have to swim down the centre line! The judges had to de mist their cars and put the windscreen wipers on to be able to see! In spite of the difficult circumstances Vicky and Artist pulled off a great performance and were delighted to end on a great score of 72.91% and 6th place.
Later on in the afternoon Mango Jacaro put on his dancing shoes for the Grand Prix. After a few moments of tension he settled down he put in a good performance and qualified for the Grand Prix Freestyle with 67.74%.
On the Sunday, in the Freestyle class, Mango Jacaro was feeling a lot more confident and ready to show everybody what he is capable of. This was the first time Vicky and Jacaro had performed to the re worked Bond theme which turned out to be a real crowd pleaser with people joining in and clapping. Jacaro gave another consistant, solid performance and Vicky and Sam were delighted with 71.83% and 6th place in a very strong class.
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield qualifying for the National Dressage Championships at Stoneleigh September 14-17 2017.
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield qualifying for the National Dressage Championships at Stoneleigh with Oldencraig client Sam Francis's talented horses, Artist and Mango Jacaro. We wish them all the very best of luck!
Vicky Thompson Winfield and Artist qualify for the Horse of the year show October 2017.
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield and Sam Francis's delightful palomino gelding Artist for qualifying for the horse of the year show October 2017.
Unaffiliated Show Schedule
View the Unaffiliated Show Schedule for 2017/2018 Here
ARTIST RANKED FIFTH IN THE UK AT SMALL TOUR
The 9 year old Danish warmblood, Artist, owned by Sam Francis and ridden by Vicky Thompson-Winfield is currently fifth in the UK rankings for small tour horses. This puts the charismatic palomino in the running to contest the prestigious Horse of the Year Show Elite Future Championship in October. Artist aka Harry is well supported on the dressage circuit and even has fans following him at shows when he competes internationally. He has been in training at Oldencraig with Vicky since has was a three year old and Sam has owned since he was a baby.
His next stop is the National Championships, good luck Harry and Vicky!
Oldencraig Summer Fun Show 13/8/2017
Oldencraig welcomes Sandra Devulder as The new Affiliated Show Secretary
Oldencraig is delighted to have Sandra Devulder as the new Affiliated show secretary.
Sandra has worked with Ian and Oldencraig for the last 20 years and she also organises all the events at Oldencraig including Unaffiliated Dressage, fun shows and combined training events and is a very valued member of the team.
Sandra has a lot of support from her three daughters who are a huge part of her life. Her daughter Nicki is also an advanced rider and instructor for Oldencraig.
We look forward to working with them and wish them every success in their new venture.
Oldencraig welcomes new Farrier Jack Spriggs and his colleague James Williams to Oldencraig
Oldencraig is delighted to welcome Farrier Jack Holder Spriggs BSc Dip WCF from The Farriery Practice and his colleague James Williams as new members of the Oldencraig team.
Jack is familiar with Oldencraig and has been shoeing Vicky’s competition horses for over a year. He has come on board to be the main Farrier for Oldencraig alongside his colleague James Williams.
Fun Show 3rd September 2017
Oldencraig Unaffiliated Dressage 6/8/2017
Oldencraig Advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund rode Oldencraig client Elizabeth Wenman’s lovely Stallion Hiawatha in the Prelim 15 and Prelim 17. The attractive pair won the 15 with a fabulous 70.2% and came second in the 17 with 68.27%. Nathalie also rode Ian Winfield’s Oldencraig Udo in the Advanced 102. Nathalie was delighted with Udo gaining 67.5%. Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno rode her own Oldencraig Firebird in the Medium 61 and Advanced 102. It is great to see Yuri out competing and she was delighted with Firebird especially Advanced 102 where the pair scored 66%.
HICKSTEAD INTERNATIONAL CDIO 3* 27-30 JULY 2017
Vicky Thompson-Winfield and Oldencraig Chief rider Shaun O’Sullivan took three horses to HICKSTEAD INTERNATIONAL CDIO 3*, Vicky was riding Oldencraig client Sam Francis horse Artist in the PSG and Inter 1 and her second ride as a member of the Nations cup team for Great Britain, Mango Jacaro in the GP and GP Freestyle.
Shaun rode Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno’s Oldencraig Choice in the PSG and Inter 1, in their first international competition together. On the first day the weather held out and they had splendid sunshine for the PSG, Vicky was first to go on Artist in a class of 34 and went on to score a brilliant 71.71% and she lead the class throughout the day to the very end only being beaten by Charlotte Du Jardin.
Shaun and Oldencraig Choice put in a solid performance and Choice showed great maturity in the atmosphere gaining 67.65% and placing 16th (with Stephan Clarke awarding them just shy of 70% (69.60%)) Choice has only been at this level for a short amount of time and this being his first International both his owner Yuri and Shaun were very pleased, as was Shaun’s trainer Vicky Thompson-Winfield. On Friday the weather wasn’t as kind with wind, rain and a bit of sunshine thrown in the mix all at the same time. Today it was the Inter 1 to be contested with a strong field of 33 competitors, again Vicky was first to go. Today was judges training day around the arena, which quite a few of the horses took exception to or more correctly to the placement of the very scary chairs that suddenly appeared overnight…
Vicky again did a very professional job of guiding Artist round despite his obvious displeasure to said chairs and they went on to gain a score of 66.18%. Shaun and Choice also had difficulty with the chairs (as did half the class) but went on to gain 63.76%. both Vicky and Shaun were pleased that the horses showed improved maturity in the ring coping with outside influences, but wished they were in the second half of the class after the chairs had been removed… but that’s just the luck of the draw.
Vicky also rode Mango Jacaro in the GP as a member of the Nation’s cup team for Great Britain, Mango Jacaro showed some tension today in the Piaffe/Passage transitions and thought the extended trot was better done in extended canter but they scored 66.04% even with the tension.
Saturday was a free day from competing so Vicky concentrated on trying to get Jacaro to relax in the atmosphere in time for the Sunday and the GP Special. They rode to a James Bond melody of music with a show stopping circle of two tempi changes straight into one Tempis with much improved relaxation shown in the Piaffe/Passage transitions but again today there were a few moments of tension in some parts but they still went on to gain a very respectable 68.42%.
Summer Show 13th August 2017
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson-Winfield and Mango Jacaro for being selected to represent Great Britain in the CDiO Nations Cup.
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson-Winfield for being selected to represent Great Britain in The CDiO Nations Cup at Hickstead alongside team members Anna Ross Davies, Emma Hindle and Becky Moody. Vicky will be riding Oldencraig client Sam Francis's super talented and stunning, Spanish Stallion, Mango Jacaro.
We wish them all the very best of luck!
Oldencraig Fun Show 22/7/2017
It was a fair turn out today despite the weather being unkind to us. Competitors spirits were still high, with lots of smiling soggy faces. Our highest percentage of the day went to Natalie Wahlund riding Oldencraig Udo scoring 75.14% in Advanced Medium 85. It was great to see some new combinations competing at our lovely venue. We were delighted the grass jumping arena held up for the show jumping throughout the day. Our next event is 6th August with dressage, jumping and novelties. We look forward to seeing you all there.
Affiliated Dressage Friday 21/7/2017
Oldencraig Advanced Rider Nathalie Wahlund rode Oldencraig client, Liz Wenman's stunning Stallion Hiawatha in the Prelim 19 and Prelim 15, winning the Prelim 15 with a fabulous 71.4%. Nathalie also rode Oldencraig client, Penny Brinsbury's charming gelding Echo in the Elementary 59 winning the silver section with 69.6%. nathalie was delighted with Echo and went on to do the Medium silver scoring a very respectable 67.8%.
Oldencraig Fun Show 16/7/2017
A fantastic turn out for our dressage and fun show, great to see lots of new faces! Our under 16's did really well qualifying for the championships. Some lovely young horses also managing to qualify. Mollie Slatcher and her lovely young horse Foxtrot taking the highest percentage of the day with 74.52% The grass jumping arena rode well with many clears and lots of happy faces. Hope to see many more of you at the next one.
Roll-up for the fabulous Hickstead International and Nations Cup
TEAM HICKSTEAD is beavering away to ensure Hickstead International 2017 (27-30 July) is worthy of the title “Jewel in the crown of dressage in the South” and live up to its reputation as the most popular and best-known British show across the Channel, across the Irish Sea and across the Atlantic!
Hickstead’s founder and director Dane Rawlins is proud to say: “The big news is the 1000 Club!” This idea was supported and promoted from the beginning by Britain’s top man of dressage, Carl Hester. Dane continued: “Hickstead must be one of the only shows in the world that is almost entirely and as widely supported by riders, owners and trainers.” He told Out and About Dressage that membership of 1000 Club has reached 47 individuals determined to ensure the return of the Hickstead international after lack of funds forced the show to be cancelled in 2016. He added they have joined long-standing and very generous friends, the Bechtolsheimer family: “They have always been there for us.”
Among newer 1000 Club members is Sam Francis who owns Mango Jacaro, the top Pura Raza Española (PRE) grand prix horse worldwide ridden Vicki Thompson-Winfield to win both the grand prix and the grand prix special at the recent Hickstead Premier League, see image above.
Martin Collins’ support
Dane added that one business, prominent in the sport, was not found wanting, Martin Collins International. Dane explained: “Just before the Hickstead Regionals we decided that two of our surfaces weren’t up to our usual high standard so I rang Martin Collins who found the time to come over personally to inspect them and immediately went into action. The surfaces were lifted and replaced as part of his company’s five-year sponsorship deal with us. His surfaces are the best and he ensures that Hickstead arenas always measure up to the very high Martin Collins’ standard.”
Ian Winfield does it handsomely
Dane added: “Oldencraig’s proprietor Ian Winfield has been brilliant. He’s enthused a lot people and got them on board to support the show with him and he wants to do more to help us again next year. He is an example of what all dressage enthusiasts should be doing. The Netherlands team boss Rien van der Schaft said to me when we were discussing Dutch participation, ‘We must help each other, this is a global sport. It’s not owned by one nation or just a handful of riders’.”
Nations Cup 2017 final contest
This year’s Hickstead international will be the final round in the eight-leg 2017 Nations Cup series. Hickstead joined the series late due to the uncertainty surrounding its viability but four nations have fielded teams to show support and take up the challenge: USA, France, The Netherlands and Great Britain. As well as the CDIO3* Nations Cup, classes will be run all the way down through Small Tour to Young Riders, Juniors and Ponies.
Five star judges
According to Dane, over 50 per cent of competitors will be from overseas — making the classes truly international contests — but, he stresses, “We are trying to ensure that as many Brits and Irish riders who would like to compete are given the chance to do so. And all five of the judges for the grand prix will be five star judges and they will, of course, be judging other classes as well, so riders will have test opinions from five of the most knowledgeable judges in the world!”
Horse & Hound support
In recognition of the importance of supporting this date in the dressage calendar Britain’s leading equestrian weekly Horse & Hound will have two journalists attending the show to ensure four-day coverage of the event.
All fans of the sport (and Art) of dressage out there: come along and show your support, too. Enjoy watching top dressage performances from the comfort of the hospitality marquee or free grandstand seating and listen to expert commentary on your headset. Then celebrate in style and dress up for the “Glitz and Glam” Hickstead Summer Party in aid Chestnut Tree House, the only hospice for children in Sussex.
Article Courtesy of Out and About Dressage
***CANCELLED*** Equestrian Car Boot Sale 23rd July 2017*** CANCELLED***
Oldencraig welcomes International Show jumper Jude Burgess and his team of horses
Oldencraig is delighted to welcome British International Show jumper and Trainer Jude Burgess and his team of horses.
Jude has represented Britain on several occasions and has won numerous high profile competitions including the famous Foxhunter Championship at HOYS. With a large network of personal clients, Jude also sources and sells horses all over the world.
Jude is offering Show Jumping Livery at Oldencraig, training, show planning and transport services.
Hickstead Summer Regionals 14-16/7/2017
Oldencraig’s Chief rider Shaun o’Sullivan took Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno's stunning Grandson of the great Donnerhall, Oldencraig Choice to the Hickstead Summer regionals. The pair put in a great performance with Choice showing improved maturity in the ring. The scores varied from 67% to 64% with a final score of 65.83% and placing 4th over all in the Inter 1. The judges commented on his super presence in the ring and a talented horse that needs to take more weight on the hind legs to gain better marks.>
Hartpury Festival of Dressage – CDI3* 5/7/2017 – 9/7/2017
Vicky was selected to ride at the Hartpury Festival of dressage riding Sam Hick’s super horses Artist and Mango Jacaro.
It was a bit of a mixed bag with Artist starting really well with 3rd place in the PSG with 70.658% on the first day. Sadly and uncharacteristically he became more unsettled in the arena and slipped down the placings on the 2nd and 3rd day with 68.50% in the Inter 1 and 66.75 in the inter 1 freestyle.
Mango Jacaro was rather excitable on the first day and Vicky had to ride a carful test scoring 68.920% in the Grand prix. He settled as the days went on and on the third day he produced a more solid and thorough test in the Grand Prix Special to score well, 69.88% with just one error to finish in a very respectable and close 5th place which Vicky was really pleased with.
Oldencraig Chief Rider qualifies for Hickstead Summer Regionals
Congratulations to Oldencraig’s Chief rider Shaun o’Sullivan for qualifying for the Hickstead Summer regionals 14-16/7/2017, riding Yuri Jinno’s talented gelding Oldencraig Choice in the PSG and Inter 1.
We wish them both the very best of luck!
Congratulations to Oldencraig Chief rider Shaun O'Sullivan and Yuri Jinno's Oldencraig Choice for being selected to ride in the Hickstead International – CDIO 3* 27- 30 JULY 2017
Oldencraig is delighted to announce that Chief rider Shaun O'Sullivan has been selected for the Small tour at the Hickstead International – CDIO 3* riding Yuri Jinno's much loved, stunning gelding Oldencraig Choice. Shaun has done an amazing job with this super horse, staring with him at elementary level 9 months ago and now competing with consistently good scores at PSG and Inter 1 level.
We are delighted for Shaun and for owner Yuri, a much respected and loyal client at Oldencraig for many years.
We wish them all the very best of luck!
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for being selected to ride in the Hickstead International – CDIO 3* 27- 30 JULY 2017&;
Vicky Thompson Winfield is delighted to be selected for the Small Tour at the Hickstead International CDIO 3* with owner Sam Francis's charming gelding Artist and the Big tour with Sam's stuning stallion Mango Jacaro.
We wish them all the very best of luck!
Hartpury Festival of Dressage – CDI3* 5/7/2017 – 9/7/2017
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for being selected for the Hartpury Festival of Dressage – CDI3* . Vicky is delighted to be selected for both the Small Tour with Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s stunning gelding Artist and also the big tour with Sam’s very talented Spanish stallion Mango Jackaro.
We wish them all the very best of luck!
Midsummers Garden Party 16th August 2017
TRAINING WITH ARTHUR KOTTAS 4-5 July 2017
Oldencraig is delighted to announce that Arthur Kottas-Heldenburg, Ex Chief instructor of The Spanish Riding School in Vienna and one of the world’s great authorities on dressage training, is coming to Oldencraig on 4th and 5th July for a weekend of training sessions.
Clients and staff will be offered training sessions on their own horses.
Spectators are welcome after 2pm and anyone wishing to participate with their horse please contact The Tack Shop on +44(0)1342 833317 to book a session.
Hickstead Premier League & Dressage Masters Championships 20-24/6/2017
Vicky Thompson Winfield had a super successful weekend competing Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s talented Spanish stallion Mango Jacaro at the Hickstead Premier League & Dressage Masters Championships. Not to be out done by his stable mate Artist who has been doing so well recently, Vicky and the striking Mango Jacaro won the Grand Prix with 71.16% on Saturday and then went on to take the Grand Prix Special title with a fabulous 73.33%. It is great to see the dedication and hard work that Vicky puts into her horses paying off.
Also competing in the PSG and Int 1 was ldencraig Senior rider Shaun O'Sullivan on Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno's stunning gelding Oldencraig Choice. This was Choice and Shaun's second Premier League competition and Choice took the atmosphere in his stride to deliver 7th place in the Inter 1 with 66.45%
Bolesworth International CDI*** 15/06/2017
Vicky Thompson-Winfield was invited to compete at the Bolesworth International CDI ***. Vicky was delighted with Artist who is gaining in confidence with every outing. He came 3rd with a good score of 70.375 % , he behaved very well and
coped with the big arena and scary flower pots in the wind, proving that he is starting to become more confident in the arena . A long trip for him but the good weather made it a very enjoyable show in lovely surroundings definitely worth the trip.
FEI Roosendaal CD14* 31/05/2017 - 04/06/2017
Artist stepped into the limelight at Roosendaal, placing in the top ten small tour.
Artist
PSG Artist total 67.632% E- 68.816 H- 70.132 C- 67.763 M- 64.474 B- 66.97 7th out of 16
Artist was pleasingly Steady throughout the test, he just spooked at end of the 3x, however, I was really delighted with him .
E-70.789 H-70.921 C- 68.553 M- 70.132 B- 67.500 4th place Artist was more relaxed and therefore more forward. We had a little mistake in the beginning of the 3 tempi. But overall a really good ride.
INT 1 freestyle to music Total 70.910% Result -7 th place
E-70.550. H-70.875 C-71.375. M71.875 B-69.875
I was very happy with the test as he was quite nervous in some places. Unfortunately he did a dropping while doing the left canter Pirouette and there were some tiny hesitation moments where he was just not quite sure of himself. He gave a very good effort in a very noisy arena. A great experience for him and everybody loved how stunningly beautiful and charming he is! the judges were very complimentary of him and his way of going - especially as he was the youngest one in the class! Very proud of him!
Mango Jacaro
Grand Prix total 67.920%
E-70.200. H-69.100
C-65.800. M-66.200
B- 68.300 11th place from 28 starters
I was really pleased with Jacaro for giving me a steady clear round. We Dropped some marks in our usual high marking half passes as I kept the tempo a bit too slow, but I was really happy with the overall performance and we achieved some really high marks in places so lots to build on.
GP freestyle Unfortunately Jacaro got a bit over excited with the arena and showed a little too much exuberance for his balance so lost lots of points today, he did get better as the test went on. I thought he was tired so I only gave him a little walk the day before and in the morning, so now I know to keep him working no matter how he feels! A valuable although expensive lesson!! A real shame but it was his first big event and he did try to stay with me, not really all his fault, he is normally so reliable but I judged the preparation wrong , so a painful learning experience. The judges gave him some great marks where they could and we all remain very positive.
JUMPING LESSONS WITH SANDRA DEVULDER- GB PENTATHLON SHOWJUMPING DISCIPLINE TEAM TRAINER
Oldencraig is delighted to announce that GB Pentathlon Show jumping discipline team trainer, Sandra Devulder is available for Show jumping lessons at Oldencraig.
Sandra has worked with Ian and Oldencraig for the last 20 years and is the new unaffiliated show secretary. She is a very valued member of the Oldencraig team.
Sandra trains the Show jumping discipline for the GB Pentathlon Team producing double World Cup winner, several National winners and Olympic competitor. She also trains eventers gaining several BE winners.
To book a lesson please contact the shop on 01342 833317 to book.
Equestrian Car Boot Sale 23rd July 2017
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre
SHARER FOR AUCAN AT OLDENCRAIG
This is your opportunity to loan a beautiful chestnut gelding of 16 years, Aucan has lovely uphill paces, stunning looks, incredible loose paces and a very trainable personality. He is the ideal schoolmaster but also has the potential to continue through the levels. His currently competing at medium level and scoring 70% consistently in front of the judges and has a lovely jump.
He has been professionally produced and continues to progress in strength and quality. He works in a very nice natural frame and is light and uphill in feeling. He has three super paces, powerful and correct, he has good extensions with lots of ability to collect. The lateral work is also very impressive showing plenty of crossing and an active hind leg and has a good range for the extension and collected work.
Aucun really enjoys his work, he is a very comfortable ride and would be suitable as a young rider horse, but would also accommodate a less advanced rider. He has a very relaxed attitude to his work and is very obedient when training at home in any environment.
Aucan is to be kept at Oldencraig Equestrian centre. For more information please contact Mr Winfield on 07702124123 or 01403 710946. Or by email -Ian.w.winfield@gmail.com.
SHARER FOR OLDENCRAIG CONSTANTIN AT OLDENCRAIG
This is fabulous opportunity to loan a striking 16.3h stunning bay gelding that has been trained up to PSG. Constantin has also jumped and hacked and excels on a varied work regime. He has 3 ground covering paces and always scored well in the dressage arena.
Constantine is available to loan for a competent rider who would like to benefit from his former education. He is to be kept at Oldencraig Equestrian centre.For more information please contact Mr Winfield on 07702124123 or 01403 710946. Or by email -Ian.w.winfield@gmail.com.
SHARER FOR ELOGIADO
This is your chance to share the ultimate schoolmaster at Oldencraig Equestrian Centre. Elogiado, fondly known as ‘Burt’ is a 17 year old PRE gelding has been successfully competed at Inter I level and is the most gentle horse you will ever come across. He has got 3 solid paces and works on Grand Prix level. His flying change is fantastic, and so is his Piaffe and Passage. He is incredibly comfortable and enjoys teaching the rider. He gives the rider huge confidence and is very forgiving, if mistakes are made. Oldencraig Elogiado IV would be suitable for an ambitious, amateur rider who wants to learn the high movements on a very established, safe, correct schoolmaster. He gains very high marks on the high levels and the judges are blown away by his presence. This is a well established, easy to handle Dressage horse, which has proven to have the ability to go all the way. We are happy to present a prosperous horse, which would be a delight to share and is also suitable for a more Novice rider. He is good in a trailer and horsebox, good to shoe, clip, and box. He also hacks well alone or in company. Burt is to be kept at Oldencraig Equestrian Centre. For more information please contact Mr Winfield on 07702124123 or 01403 710946. Or by email -Ian.w.winfield@gmail.com.
Advanced Rider & Instructor Vacancy
Due to the huge popularity of Oldencraig we are now looking for an additional advanced rider to train with Vicky Thompson-Winfield and her team. Oldencraig Equestrian Centre has a position for a full time Advanced rider& instructor to join Vicky Thompson-Winfield and her team.
The successful candidate must be a proven Advanced Rider.
You will receive the following.
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Good rates of pay
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Possibility for you to bring your own horse (no cats or dogs)
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Training with Vicki Thompson-Winfield, 19 time national champion & Olympic team rider/trainer
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Training with Jo Hinneman (German team trainer) and Arthur Kottas (Spanish Riding School)
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Live in or out (brand new accommodation)
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A chance to compete every week in England/Europe
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You will need to teach
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Opportunity to ride top quality horses
Plus many more benefits.
Interested persons should submit a resume to info@oldencraig.com.
or contact:
Ian Winfield (Owner/Director)
Home +44 1403 710 946 (after 7.30pm)
Mobile +44 7702 124123
Website: www.oldencraig.com
This is your opportunity to work at a world class establishment.
Addlington Manor Premier League Hourse and Hound write up 12-14/5/2017
Vicky Thompson-Winfield and Mango Jacaro - Top of the ANCCE league table in the Grand Prix
AFFILIATED DRESSAGE FRIDAY 20/1/2017
Oldencraig Advanced Rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Oldencraig client Elaine Hardy's lovely mare Leni (Highness Helena AV) in the Advanced Medium 85. This was Leni's first time out at this level, and Maddy and Elaine were delighted that the combination won their class section with very respectable score of 65.44%.
Addington Manor premier League 12th - 14th May 2017
Artist was really settled and produced a secure and enthusiastic, clean Inter 1 test achieving some really high marks, especially in his trot work which is becoming more balanced and therefore supple. Vicky was delighted with Artist’s attitude and he won the class with 72.68% which ended up being the highest score of the entire show! The Prix St George was another solid test and secured another great score of 71.71% out of a strong field of 39 competitors.
Mango Jackaro was a little on his toes in the Grand prix so had a little more tension. He still produced some super half passes and Piaffe gaining very high scores. There were a couple of concentration errors but Jackaro still managed 2nd place and 67.97% amongst a strong, talented field. The striking pair then went on to come second in the Grand Prix Music with 70.48%.
We are very excited to announce that Vicky and Mango Jackaro are now eligible for the Europeans.
Addington Manor premier League article from Horse and Hound
On form rider Vicky Thompson-Winfield enjoyed a 100% strike rate with her striking palomino partner, Artist. The pair won section 2 of Saturday’s Saracen Horse Feeds Intermediate I and Sunday’s Fairfax Saddles Prix St Georges with 72.68% and 71.71% respectively. The nine-year-old Danish-bred gelding placed second in the Prix St Georges at Keysoe CDI earlier in the year.
Artist is owned by Oldencraig client Samantha Francis who also owns Vicky’s big tour ride, Mango Jacaro.
Unaffiliated Dressage 13th May 2017
Today the weather was kind to us and it stayed beautifully sunny and dry. We welcomed Natalie Pelling and her horse Marmaduke to their first dressage test and visit to Oldencraig taking 2nd place in the Walk and trot. The prelim 15 was won by Lis Duval and her young horse Chikita. We had joint winners for the Prelim 17 for stable mates Lis Duval with Chikita and Julie Thompson and her lovely horse Oscar. N23 was won by Jess Good riding Prince Albert and N38 by Lauren Blaber riding Dino with a fantastic score of 69.67% A great atmosphere and friendly faces made a perfect day.
AFFILIATED DRESSAGE FRIDAY 12/5/2017
Oldencraig’s newest advanced rider Nathalie Wahlund rode Oldencraig client Emily Vivian’s stunning gelding Sir Wilhelm in the novice 39 and elementary 57. It was Nathalie’s first time competing Willie and she was delighted with him when they won both classes with a fabulous 75.55% in the Novice and a very respectable 71.78% in the elementary. We look forward to watching this pair in the future.
Oldencraig advanced rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Ian and Vicky Winfield’s talented youngster Oldencraig Sir Hi Grootenhouts in the novice 27 and novice 39. This was Maddy and Sir Morley’s first outing together and Maddy was very pleased with a 66% in the 27 and a fabulous 70.38% in the 39. Vicky really rates this lovely horse and this is another pair to watch. Maddy also rode Oldencraig client Donatella Raff's delightful mare Salome in the Advanced medium 91 winning the class with 68.04%.
Oldencraig client and Para rider Toby Pawson rode his own super gelding Cosmo in the Grade IV team tests winning both classes with 70.30% and 66% respectively. This combination are improving weekly, Well done boys!
FEI Roosendaal – CDI4* 31/5/2017 – 4/6/2017
Congratulations to Vicky Thompson Winfield for being selected for the [FEI] Roosendaal - CDI4* 31/5 2017-4/6/2017. Vicky has been fortunate enough to be selected for both the Small Tour with Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s stunning gelding Artist and also the big tour with Sam’s very talented Spanish stallion Mango Jackaro. Sam is delighted that both her horses were chosen by the selectors from a long list of applicants where only two horses are chosen to represent GB from each section.
We wish them all the very best of luck!
Combined Training 1/5/2017
We had a fantastic turn out for our first combined training seeing new faces and regulars. The weather could have been a little kinder but everyone had a great day and we saw plenty of smiling faces.
Our first class was split as we had several lead rein riders, with the winner of the lead rein section going to Isla Sully riding Tiger. Full results can be viewed on Oldencraig Equestrian Centre website. We had such great feed back and enjoyed the day so much and with popular demand we will certainly be running more combined training events ... watch this space!
Thank you to all those who attended to make these shows so successful.
Oldencraig Advanced Rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Oldencraig client Elaine Hardy's super mare Leni (Highness Helena AV) in the Medium 75 SQ Silver winning the large class with a lovely fluent test scoring 67.02%.
Elaine and Maddy were both delighted with Leni's performance which has qualified the combination for the Summer Regionals.
Mango Tastes Sweet Sucess
KEYSOE PREMIER LEAGUE 27-30 APRIL 2017
Vicky Thompson-Winfield took Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s stunning, Spanish Stallion Mango Jackaro and gorgeous gelding Artist to the Keysoe Premier League. Vicky was supported by Oldencraig Chief rider Shaun O’Sullivan who took the ride on the lovely Oldencraig Choice for proud owner and Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno.
On the first day Artist was a little tense and cautious in the PSG but still produced a solid test to finish very close to the top 3 with 69.21%. In the inter one on the second day he had a lot more confidence and therefore was much more expressive with good energy to produce some of his best work so far, gaining the picture perfect pair 2nd place with 70%!
Mango Jackaro performed accurate, solid tests to gain several 8’s for Piaffe and transitions, the Passage work is developing well and becoming more consistent and relaxed and Vicky was delighted with his progress and attitude to his work. The stunning pair came 3rd in the GP and won the GP Freestyle with a fabulous 75.4%. Mango Jackaro also received his second gold medal to qualify for the Spanish Horse International Championship.
It was Shaun’s first time competing Choice at a premier league and apart from some green, inattentive moments disturbing fluency in the PSG on the first day Choice was very well behaved and Vicky and Shaun were very pleased with his performance. On the second day Choice was much more confident in the inter 1 and again beautifully behaved. The pirouettes and changes were correct and well performed and the very striking pair went on to gain a very respectable 66.3%. Super results for a first big show out!
Affiliated Dressage 28th April 2017
Oldencraig Advanced Rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Oldencraig client Elaine Hardy's super mare Leni (Highness Helena AV) in the Medium 75 SQ Silver winning the large class with a lovely fluent test scoring 67.02%.
Elaine and Maddy were both delighted with Leni's performance which has qualified the combination for the Summer Regionals.
Unaffiliated Dressage 22nd April 2017
Oldencraig client and Para rider Toby Pawson rode his own super gelding Cosmo in the elementary 40 and elementary 57. The judges were very complimentary about this horse and the pair gained scores of 69.19% and 66.07% and winning the elementary 40.
Evening Lessons - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
Lessons are available on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings for either half an hour or an hour with an advanced instructor.
The last lesson is at 7pm and can be given on an OEC School horse or your own. Lessons cost between £55 - £75 depending on the duration and instructor. Joint lessons are given. £35 on your own horse or £45 on a school horse.
Please call the Tack shop on 01342 833317 to book.
ALL YEAR TURNOUT
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre offers all year turnout in well-maintained paddocks with post and rail fencing, all fitted with electric fences.
We also have a Stallion pen to allow all our horses the opportunity for safe turnout.
Vicki Thompson-Winfield Clinic
Vicki Thompson-Winfield competed in the Olympics, the European Championships and was one of the highest placed riders at Aachen.
Her dressage clinics are held every Wednesday and Sunday.
Please contact Vicki direct on 07774 211640 for further information or to book.
Thursday Night Flatwork Clinic
Flatwork clinics are held every Thursday night for one hour with an advanced instructor.
A maximum of 5 people ensures that everybody gets individual attention . £35 on your own horse or £45 on a school horse.
Please call the Tack shop on 01342 833317 to book.
Monday Night Show Jumping Clinic
Showjumping clinics are held every Monday night for one hour with an advanced instructor.
A maximum of 5 people ensures that everybody gets individual attention. £35 on your own horse or £45 on a school horse.
Please call the Tack shop on 01342 833317 to book.
School Hire
Oldencraig boasts three outdoor Olympic Arenas and a state of the art Olympic-sized indoor school. Come and take your pick of arenas for hire. £35 per horse per hour.
Phone +44 (0) 1342 833317 to book.
Gallop Track Hire
Come and let your hair down and give your horse a bit of fun round our one mile gallop track. £35 per horse per hour.
Phone +44 (0) 1342 833317 to book.
OEC Riding Lesson Offer
Always fancied learning to ride? Want to improve your dressage?
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre can provide riding lessons to people of all standards and levels, from a complete Novice to an Advanced Rider. You can bring your own horse or have a lesson on one of our many school horses or for the more Advanced Rider we have a selection of Grand Prix Schoolmasters. We have the best facilities in Europe. The Centre won many awards from the BHS, Kent and Sussex Police (for safety) and British Dressage voted it the best equestrian centre for the last seven years.
SPECIAL OFFER: Buy 10 lessons get the 11th free! (Read more...)
Tel +44 (0) 1342 833317 to book.
HORSES FOR SALE
Thinking of buying a horse? Oldencraig has some of the best horses for sale in the South!
Click here to view our Horses for Sale.
Ian Winfield will be delighted to help you find the right horse for your budget.
Please call Ian direct on +44 (0) 1403 710946 or +44 (0) 7702 124123
LIVERY AT OLDENCRAIG
Looking for livery? Need some motivation or support with your horse?
Oldencraig are proud to offer a 1st class livery service where your horse will want for nothing! A caring, professional and individualised service with personal attention is ideal for busy horse owners looking for a livery service. The Centre (open seven days a week from 7am to 9pm) offers a full range of benefits for riders of all standards. Clients are able to choose between part, full and schooling livery services.
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HIRE OF FACILITIES
Looking for a special venue to host your event. Oldencraig's first class facilities are perfect for lecture demonstrations, clinics, showjumping, showing etc. Please call Ian on +44 (0) 1403 710946 or +44 (0) 7702 124123 he will be delighted to discuss your requirements.
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Easter Fun Show 2017
What a lovely turn out for our Easter show, lots of familiar faces returning and many new.
The walk and trot saw Ava Mist and her super new pony competing for the first time in dressage winning with a brilliant score of 68.09 %. 2nd place went to Carley Schooling and the lovely Dapper Don with 65.71% and 3rd place went to Lucy Hudson competing her first dressage test on the charming Winter Sky who is 26 years old.
Prelim 15 1st place went to Lis Duval and her own youngster Chikita with 67.4%, 2nd place to Karen Meekins and Thistle down Great Gatsby, and 3rd place went to Jolene Dutton and Jack.
Prelim 17 1st place to Sian Green and Norman 71.25% , 2nd place to Jo Bridgen and Solider with 70.17%, 3rd place to Kate Van Der Ark and Bertie with 69.21%.
Novice 23 1st place to Kate Van Der Ark and Bertie with 70.41% 2nd place to Sian Green and Norman with 69.37%, 3rd place to Sarah King and MSC Royale with 67.08%
Novice 38 1st place to Sarah King and MSC Royale with 65.48 and 2nd to Hayley Skeggs and Dalton with 65.32%, very close scores.
PYO 1st place to Nikki Devulder and Alfie with 65.15%, 2nd place to Sukie Gibbs and Forest with 63.48%, 3rd place to Alison Ashby and Otto with 60.75%
Dressage to music 1st place to Pat Robertson and Kilkenny Rose with 67% and 2nd place to Kirsty Robertson and Odd job with 65%
Brilliant turn out for the novelty classes and SJ with lots in fancy dress and enjoying the day.
Special mentions to Charlotte Hudson and Tom Tom, Mollie Slatcher and Foxtrot, Ashley Harris and George, Saskia Thompson and Reo, Sophie Carter and Basil, who all competed in her first dressage test together.
Fantastic day had by all and we are looking forward to our Spring Show - 29th May 2017.
Affiliated Dressage 14th April 2017
Oldencraig client Dorte Skellingsted rode her own stunning mare Gronskovluds Liana in the Novice 37. Liana gave Dorte a very 'exciting' ride and the pair won the bronze section with 61.42%. Dorte has only just got back to competing and is working very hard with her lovely mare, they are improving all the time. We look forward to seeing their progress over the Summer.
Affiliated Dressage 7th April 2017
Vicky Thompson Winfield rode Oldencraig client Natalia Checkmareva’s stunning black stallion Exquisite medium 61. Vicky was pleased with Exquisite's performance and the stunning pair won the class with 73.62%. Exquisite is for sale and can be viewed onthe horses for sale page of the website.
Oldencraig Senior rider Shaun O Sullivan rode Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno’s delightful gelding Oldencraig Choice in the Inter 1. Shaun was delighted with Choice and the pair came second with 65%.
Vicki Thompson-Winfield
VICKI THOMPSON-WINFIELD ENTERS FIRST UK QUALIFIERS FOR THE COPA ANCCE PRE WORLD DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Unaffiliated dressage Saturday 25th March 2017
Although the wind was a little keen, we were lucky to have a beautiful, sunny day for our show on Saturday.
We started the day with three talented young horses taking the first three places in the walk and trot. Jane Pottle and Sully placing 1st with a super score of 74.04%, Gemma Ridgeway and Rock of ages was very close behind with 73.8%, and Mollie Slatcher and Lilly placing 3rd.
Prelim 17 saw another great score of 71.78% from Jane Pottle and Sully bagging them another 1st place, with Bente Hardman and Libby close behind with 70.53%, Jo Ford and Well Digger 3rd with 69.64%.
Prelim 19 winner was Amanda Bernard and Cailin with 67.70%, Bente Hardman and Libby 2nd with 67.5% and 3rd was Oldencraig client Dorte Skellingsted and Liana with 67.29%, all with very close scores.
Novice 38 1st place went to Lorna Ewin and Claudiuss with 67.09%, 2nd Dorte Skellingsted and Liana with 66.93% and 3rd Sue Messenger and Cascade with 66.45%.
Novice 39's winner with 64.42% was Lauren Blaber and Dino, 2nd with 63.84% was Amanda Bernard and Hobrob.
Our pick your own was won by Emma Doyle and Luna with 69.58%, Alison Ashby and Otto 2nd with 63.87%, with Angela Czarneka and Lawrence 3rd with 61.12%.
Alice Boxall with Hollymount Harp won the under 16 section in prelim 19 their first time.
We had lots of people competing in dressage for the first time which is really pleasing. Congratulations and a special mention to Michelle Ashby and Lena competing in the walk and trot scoring 62.14%, Faye Potter and Bombay Sapphire VIII with 60.41% in prelim 17, and Mollie Slatcher competing Lilly for the first time scoring 63.8% and bagging 3rd place!
Overall a really enjoyable and brilliant day had by all.
Keysoe British Dressage CDIPJYR 17-19 March 2017
KEYSOE CDI 17-19 MARCH 2017
Vicky Thompson Winfield was selected to ride Oldencraig client Sam Francis's stunning Palomino gelding Artist and talented Stallion Mango Jackaro at Keysoe CDI. Vicky was pleased with both horses performances over the weekend gaining the following results
MANGO JACKARO
Grand Prix 4th with 67.6%.
Grand Prix Freestyle 5th with 67.52%
ARTIST
PSG 2nd with 69.187%
INTER 1 65.9%
INTER 1 FREESTYLE 6th with 69.425%
Artist was pleasingly focused and well behaved producing a steady accurate PSG test. On the second day he became a little distracted in the Inter 1 and inconsistent in his attention so lost a few points with silly minor mistakes. In the freestyle he was more fluid and only had one little mistake and he got his confidence back to finish very close to the top with a good solid score. This lovely horse grows in confidence and stature after each outing and I am delighted with the way he is going.
Jackaro produced a super, calm and accurate test in the Grand Prix gaining a good solid score of 67.187%. In the freestyle his technical marks were all 7's and 8's and it was a much crisper, sharper test with 8's for Piaffe. It was unfortunate that there was a technical blip with the music and the cd jammed at the end. The judges were not clear as to how to mark this situation and sadly they decided that they were unable to mark the music section above a 5 or 6 which reflected highly in the overall score as there are 4 marks in this section. This was really disappointing and dropped Jackaro out of a potential top placing. Despite this I was really happy with the improvement in the technical marks! Next Time!
Fun Show 6th August 2017
You can download the schedule for August 6, 2017 HERE.
Summer Show 13th August 2017
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Fun Show 3rd September 2017
You can download the schedule for September 3, 2017 HERE.
Halloween Freaky Fun Show 29th October 2017
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Christmas Fun Day 17th December 2017
You can download the schedule for 18th June 2017 HERE
TRAINING WITH ARTHUR KOTTAS 25TH -26TH February 2017
Oldencraig clients and staff enjoyed another weekend of lessons with the amazing Arthur Kottas-Heldenburg, Ex Chief instructor of The Spanish Riding School in Vienna and one of the world’s great authorities on dressage training. It was a very busy weekend and although some of the sessions were quite challenging, everybody who participated learnt a lot and thoroughly enjoyed their sessions. Arthur will be returning to Oldencraig on a regular basis, please look on the latest news page and upcoming events page for further details.
Winter Regional Championships Merrist wood 10th-15th February 2016
Oldencraig advanced rider Janice Powell rode Oldencraig client Emily and Marcus Vivian’s stunning gelding Sir Wilhelm in the Winter regional novice Championship. It was a very close run class with only 0.8% between 2nd and 4th place. Sir Wilhelm was well prepared by Janice and behaved beautifully awarding the attractive pair with fourth place and and a well deserved 69.16%. This was Willie’s first regional Championship and we look forward to watching them in the future.
Oldencraig client Kym Merritt was on cloud nine after competing for the first time in the Winter regional Medium Championship with her beautiful gelding Abidjan. Kym showed true determination and dedication throughout the winter months, growing in confidence after training with Vicky Thompson Winfield. Vicky was delighted with Kym and Appy and a respectable score for this much loved pair of 66.91%.
OLDENCRAIG UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE SERIES 11/2/2017
You can download the schedule for Saturday, February 11, 2017 HERE.
AFFILIATED/UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE FRIDAY 3/2/2017
Oldencraig Advanced rider Janice Powell rode Oldencraig client Emily and Marcus Vivian's stunning and talented gelding Sir Wilhelm in the Novice 22 and Novice 38. Janice was delighted with 'Willie' coming first in the 22 with 73.96% and 2nd in the 38 with 72.74% fabulous scores to start the year for this pair. We wish them the very best of luck in the Regionals next week.
Oldencraig Advanced rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Oldencraig client Elaine Hardy's beautiful mare Highness Helena in the Medium 61. This was only Maddy's second time competing Leni and she was delighted to come first with a pleasing 70.17%.
Maddy also rode Ian and Vicky Winfield's Spanish gelding Oldencraig Pago collecting a score of 65.34 in the novice 22.
AFFILIATED/UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE FRIDAY 20/1/2017
Oldencraig Advanced rider Janice Powell rode Oldencraig client John Evan's stunning and talented gelding Cerano Gold in the advanced medium 85 and advanced medium 92. A great start to the year for this attractive pair coming second in both classes with 67.5% and 70.67 respectively.
AFFILIATED/UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE SATURDAY 14/1/2017
Oldencraig client and Para 3 rider Toby Pawson rode his own super smart gelding Cosmo in the unaffiliated Para 3 individual test. It was a good start to the year for Toby with the pair being awarded 64.07%.
Oldencraig Chief Rider Shaun O’Sullivan rode Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno’s talented gelding Choice in the PSG. Yuri was delighted with when the pair won the class with 64.73%. We look forward to seeing them progress further in 2017.
Oldencraig Affiliated Show Secretary and advanced rider Mandy Gache rode her own lovely gelding Cyrano in the Advanced Medium 85 and 98, Mandy was delighted with Cyrano coming second in bth classes with 65% and 67.5% respectively.
Oldencraig advanced rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Oldencraig client Elaine Hardy's pretty little mare Highness Helena in both medium classes. Leni was happy to be back out competing again and the pair won their classes.
COST OF INTERNATIONAL SHOWS
TRAINING WITH ARTHUR KOTTAS 25TH -26TH February 2017
Oldencraig is delighted to announce that Arthur Kottas-Heldenburg, Ex Chief instructor of The Spanish Riding School in Vienna and one of the world’s great authorities on dressage training, is coming to Oldencraig on 25th and 26th February for a weekend of training sessions.
Clients and staff will be offered training sessions on their own horses.
Spectators are welcome after 2pm and anyone wishing to participate with their horse please contact The Tack Shop on +44(0)1342 833317 to book a session.
Oldencraig Christmas Lunch
What a great afternoon that ran into the early hours for the Oldencraig Christmas lunch, once again Ian and Vicky laid on a great party for the brilliant staff at Oldencraig along with the great clients and friends of the extended Oldencraig family, much fun had by all.
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre Christmas Show 17/12/2016
The Christmas Show at Oldencraig did not disappoint. Even though it was a very foggy start we had a Fantastic day with a great atmosphere and lots of smiling faces. It was fantastic to see people making such an amazing effort with beautifully made costumes and everybody contributing towards a wonderful Christmassy atmosphere. A big thank you to our Christmas Elf judge Karen Brett McGee who had the difficult task of not only choosing our best fancy dress, she also had to choose the winners of each class. Thanks to our jump judges Cara Evenden and Maddie Ing who did a fantastic job. Thanks to our dressage judge Anne Brunton who had the very hard task of judging the costumed dressage to music which included a full dinner table with a Christmas turkey! and Beryl Wright judging dressage and watching all the costumes come down the centre line. Huge thanks to the staff at Oldencraig Equestrian Centre, Jag Sohdi and his team for preparing the venue so beautifully as always. Last but not least to you our wonderful competitors who put in so much effort to enjoy the day with us. We look forward to seeing you all in the new year. To see some of the wonderful costumes take a look at our photo gallery.
BRITISH DRESSAGE WINTER REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS QUALIFICATIONS 2017
Oldencraig are delighted to announce that oldencraig client Kym Merritt has qualified for the British Dressage Winter Regional Championships 2017 on her stunning gelding Abidjan.
Oldencraig advanced riders Shaun O’sullivan and Janice Powell also qualified. Shaun riding Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno’s Oldencraig Choice and Steff Parkinson’s Half Moon Bonarda. Janice riding Oldencraig client John Evans’s Cerano Gold and Oldencraig client Emily Vivian’s Willie.
We wish everybody the very best of luck!
PATTI REUNITED WITH TYRONE (TED)
We are super pleased to say that that Patti has been able to work things out with regards to logistics and has been reunited in the USA with Tyrone (Ted) we wish you all the best together in this new adventure.
SHOOTING RANGE
Ian and Vicky invited some of the Oldencraig clients to a shooting range for the afternoon, the girls were somewhat better than the boys and looking at "sniper Vicky" Ian had better watch out!!!!! Pleased to say all bodies accounted for and all in working order but the husbands had better behave!!!
SAUMUR CDI FRANCE 5/10/2016
Just a few photos of Vicky competing some of her string of horses from PSG to GP in Saumur CDI 2016.
SAUMUR CDI FRANCE 5/10/2016
THE WAY WE WERE
AFFILIATED DRESSAGE THURSDAY 24/11/2016
Oldencraig client Kym Merritt rode her own stunning gelding Appy in the medium 75. Kym was delighted with 66.89% and a win in the silver section.
Oldencraig Chief Rider Shaun O’Sullivan rode Mohammed Ahmed’s gorgeous gelding Dan in the advanced medium 85. This was the first competion for this pair and they were really please with an win and 66.32%.
UNAFFILIATED DRESSAGE FRIDAY 18 NOVEMBER
Oldencraig Advanced Rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Oldencraig client Elaine Hardy's lovely mare Leni (Highness Helena AV) in the Medium 69 and Medium 76. This was the first time out for the new combination and they won both classes scoring 66.51% and 66.08% respectively.
Senior judge Sally Merrison commented that Leni 'has three correct paces, and was calm and willing' and that 'she keeps giving and stays rhythmic'. Maddy and Elaine were both pleased with these results for a first competition.
VICKI - TAILORED ROUTINES AND QUIET TIME
WEEKEND TRAINING
Great weekend training with Arthur Kottas here at Oldencraig, very informative few days. Well done to all the riders that took part.
AFFILIATED DRESSAGE 11/11/2016
Oldencraig client Kym Merritt rode her own stunning gelding Abidjan in the Medium 76 in the pouring rain. The attractive pair were soaked through but were delighted to win their class with 66.61%.
CHRISTMAS OFFER
In the run up to the Christmas period Oldencraig will again be running some special offers and promotions. To start this off we are offering buy 2 get 3rd free on Christmas riding lesson gift vouchers - these vouchers will be valid from 25th December for lessons with one of Oldencraigs' advanced riders/instructors on either one of the school horses or on your own horse. The perfect christmas gift for the riding enthusiasts amongst us.... To take up this offer just stop by the tack shop or call 01342 837581 and we can send the vouchers to you.
OEC TEST PRACTICE DAY 16TH NOVEMBER 2016 9AM - 6PM
Oldencraig is pleased to announce that it is holding a test practice day with International grade 1 judge Mary-Anne Horn on 16th November 2016.
Clients and staff will perform a test from Prelim to Grand Prix, depending on ability under the watchful eye of Mary-Anne and Vicky Thompson-Winfield. They will be given constructive criticism from a judge and trainer’s point of view and then given the opportunity to perform the test a second time to put the corrections into practice. The day will start at 9am and finish at 6pm.
Spectators are welcome and if anyone should wish to participate with their horse please contact the Tack Shop on 01342 833317 to book a session.
TRAINING WITH ARTHUR KOTTAS 12TH -13TH NOVEMBER 2016
Oldencraig is delighted to announce that Arthur Kottas-Heldenburg, Ex Chief instructor of The Spanish Riding School in Vienna and one of the world’s great authorities on dressage training, is coming to Oldencraig on 12th and 13th November for a weekend of training sessions.
Clients and staff will be offered training sessions on their own horses.
Spectators are welcome after 2pm and anyone wishing to participate with their horse please contact The Tack Shop on 01342 833317 to book a session.
AFFILIATED DRESSAGE FRIDAY 03/11/2016
Oldencraig Advanced rider Janice Powell rode Oldencraig client Dr Glynis Double’s little mare Millenium Lilly in the elementary 43 gold section and came 2nd with 67.58%.
Janice also rode Oldencraig client Emily Vivian’s lovely gelding Willy in the Novice 27 and novice 39. They came second in the novice 39 with 69.03% and won the Novice 27 with 72.85%.
Janice had another busy day competing and rode Oldencraig client John Evans’s Cerano Gold in the Advanced Medium 98 and 96 coming second in the 96 with 66.44% and third in the 98 with 68.15%.
Oldencraig Chief rider Shaun O Sullivan rode Oldencraig client Steff Parkinson’s super little mare Half Moon Bonarda in the Advanced Medium 98 earning a respectable 69.02%.
HALLOWEEN FUN SHOW 31/10/2016
AFFILIATED DRESSAGE FRIDAY 28/10/2016
Oldencraig Advanced rider Janice Powell rode Oldencraig client Emily Vivian’s lovely gelding Willy in the Novice 23 and Novice 38 , Janice was delighted with his performance and the attractive pair won both classes with 73.31% and 71.29% respectively.
Janice also rode Oldencraig client Glynis Double’s super mare Millenium Lily in the elementary 57 and 59. They won the 57 with 66.07% and came second in the 59 with 64.21%.
Finally Janice competed John Evans’s stunning gelding Cerano Gold in the Advanced medium 85 winning the class with 70%.
Horse walker refurbished 21/10/2016
Oldencraig have now completed the refurbishment of the horse walker with completely new flooring for the continued comfort of our equines plus a full service of all mechanisms which will ensure the horses get a comfortable leg stretch during the up coming wet and cold weather this winter.
Affiliated dressage 14/10/2016
Oldencraig advanced rider Janice Powell rode Oldencraig client Dr Glynis double’s talented mare Millenium Lilly in the elementary 40 and elementary 57 coming 3rd in the elementary 40 with 63.54% and winning the elementary 57 with 68.21%.
Janice also rode Oldencraig client John Evans’s stunning gelding Cerano Gold in the advanced medium 85 coming first in the gold section and second in the gold section of the advanced medium 96.
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre Unaffiliated series Championship show 8th October 2016
A Fantastic day with a great atmosphere and lots of smiling faces. Once again Oldencraig provided some very generous prices to the winners, with a lovely sash, rosette and trophy, an Oldencraig rug, and a lesson with one of Oldencraig advanced instructors. £100 gift voucher for the onsite tack shop for first place, for second place was a rosette and trophy, a lesson with one of Oldencraig advanced instructors and £80 gift voucher for the onsite tack shop.
The intro A was won by a delighted Charlotte Morris and Just Let with a great score of 69%. To see the smile on Charlotte’s face as she was presented with her prizes was a great start to the day.
Prelim 15 restricted class was won by Bronte Ball riding her own Hamlet the Dane with 70% and the under 16 section won by Eliza Moody riding Brieyhill Bossman with another big score of 70.8%. A great achievement by both riders in their first championships. Bronte Ball was very consistent with another 70% test to win the prelim 19.
Lucy George took first place in the Novice 22 with a fabulous 70%. Debbie Boylan-White won the Novice 37 on Kippure Norma, a long day for Debbie as she qualified several horses for the OEC championships.
The Elementary 43 was won my Marco Morais on Karen Carlies Mr D with 71%.
The Medium 61 going to a delighted Zoe Golding with 67% and Advanced Medium 94 won by Samantha Brown on her own Rochester.
The highest percentage on the day was awarded to Marco with 71% in the Ele.
The most improved horse and rider combination though the series was awarded to Hayley Skeggs and her horse Dalton who started out at Prelim and progressed to Elementary.
The feedback from the judges told us today’s standard was high and everyone tried so hard. Our competitors said what a wonderful day they had had with so much support from all.
Thank you to all who took part to make such a special day. Firstly the competitors but also the OEC A team who helped run a great show and all the staff behind the scenes who work so hard to prepare the venue ready for the day.
High Tea afternoon raising funds for The Brooke
Lovely afternoon spent at Paul and Bobby Haylers stables enjoying a High Tea afternoon raising funds for The Brooke. Lots of cake was consumed, Paul and Bobby putting on a lovely display, dog handlers showing us some "dancing doggies" and Anna Ross showing her support via champagne consumption (it is for charity after all :) joined us on the Oldencraig Table along with her friend and owner Jane Sewell along with table sponsor Ian and Vicky Winfield. Oldencraig clients Sam, Karen along with hubby Alan, Elaine, Toby and Oldencraig senior rider Shaun, fun afternoon for a great charity.
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Affiliated/Unaffiliated Dressage 30/9/2016
Oldencraig advanced rider Benedikte Hilmo rode Ian Winfield’s stunning gelding Oldencraig Finlay M in the Prelim 15 and Prelim 19. The very attractive pair won both classes with 72.4% and 72.8% respectively.
Oldencraig advanced rider Maddy Van Vleet rode Ian Winfield’s very talented youngster Oldencraig Sir Morley in the Prelim 15 and Prelim 19. They came 2nd in both classes with 66% and 67% respectively. This was only his second outing and we have high hopes for this super gelding.
Both horses can be viewed on the horses for sale page.
Affiliated Dressage 23rd September 2016
Oldencraig advanced rider Benedikte Hilmo rode Oldencraig client Natasha Mitchell’s stunning black mare Gucci in the Prelim 19 benedikte was delighted with Gucci and they came second. Benedikte then went on to win the Medium 61 with Oldencraig client Vanessa Heron’s talented gelding Bono in the Medium 61. Both Bono and Gucci are for sale and can be viewed on the horses for sale page of the website.
Oldencraig Senior rider Shaun O Sullivan rode Oldencraig client Yuri Jinno’s delightful gelding Oldencraig Choice in the PSG. Shaun was delighted with Choice and the pair won the class with 69.84% Shaun also rode Oldencraig client Steff Parkinson’s super little mare Half Moon Bonarda and Shaun’s winning streak continued with first place in the Advanced Medium 85 with 64.85% and another in the Advanced Medium 98 with 66.71%. Fantastic work!
SAUMUR CDI 22nd-25th September 2016
Vicky Thompson Winfield took Toni Terry’s stallion Beltoni and Sam Francis’s stallion Mango Jackaro and her palomino gelding Artist to compete for GB in the Psg and Grand Prix at Saumur CDI.
Beltoni performed an exciting PSG test. He was obedient and fluent opening the test to gain an impressive score of 70.263%. He was leading this big class until the penultimate competitor pipped him to the post moving Beltoni into second place. Beltoni’s stablemate Artist performed a steady test to place equal 7th with 68.07% in a strong field of 26 horses. Everybody was delighted with both horses and their performances.
Mango Jackaro and Vicky made their debut International Grand Prix with a solid clear round, qualifying them for the music freestyle the next day.
Jackaro was very at ease with his surroundings and the exciting atmosphere, and made a faultless test, the highlight being the 2 x tempi changes on a circle straight into 1 x, unfortunately just before the end of the test the music cut out due to a technical fault, Vicky carried on regardless and finished the test without music. This test scored a fabulous 70.2% and the pair were gived some super comments by the judges. The crowd also showed their appreciation by giving Vicky and Jackaro a standing ovation! Vicky and Sam were so thrilled that everybody enjoyed his test so much and they are looking forward to a great season next year.
Beltoni and Artist both ‘found their feet’ on the second day and were quite distracted by the long walk from the stables to the arena. They had to walk past mares, foals and young stock being presented for their classes so sadly both dropped marks for uncharacteristic lack of attention which was such a shame.
Artist qualified for the music class the next day, he was still a little immature however, Vicky was very pleased with 67.2%. It was a fabulous experience for him and the other horses moving forward into next year.
Area Festival 2016
LeMieux National Dressage Championships 2016
Vicky Thompson-Winfield took Oldencraig client Sam Francis’s stunning Spanish Stallion Mango Jackaro, Sam’s beautiful Palomino gelding Artist and Oldencraig client Toni Terry’s talented stallion Beltoni to the Le Mieux National Dressage Championships.
Jackaro competed in the Championship Inter 2 class and Artist and Beltioni in the Championship Inter 1. Vicky is taking all three horses to compete under the British Flag in Saumur France this week. We wish them all the very best of luck!
The Emile Faurie foundation Summers Garden Party - 17th August 2016
Vicky and Ian attended the Summers Garden Party at Blue Bell Vineyard in East Sussex. The marquee was set in the beautiful vineyards and in the style of the 1920/30s all in aid of the Emile Faurie foundation. Ian kindly donated £1000 to the charity which is in it’s 10th year contributing to the fantastic £11,000 raised on the night.
A great time was had by all.
The photos from Thursday (Area Festival) are now online on www.siggyphotography.co.uk
Area Festival 1st-4th September Arena Walk Times
Class 1 and 2 - 9.30am-9.45am. class 3 12.45pm -12.55pm. Class 4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 9.30am-9.45am.
Centre treats elderly residents to meal and dressage show
Lingfield article about Saturday December 1st.
2nd December 2015
Dear Ian & Vicky,
Thank you for putting on such a wonderful day for the elderly folks yesterday. Whether having an interest in horses or not, they were all absolutely thrilled with the riding by staff and students with Vicky giving an excellent commentary. Albeit frightening for the horses at times with the PA system! Then the duo quadrille by Vicky and Toni was highly appreciated so what a wonderful start to the day’s programme.
The guests felt really pampered as the members of staff were great and so helpful, particularly those with walking difficulties. The excellent buffet was much appreciated and I apologise for not including those responsible in my vote of thanks so please pass on my congratulations to them.
It was a good idea of yours that we should have a talk from John Kempton as that seemed to go down very well. Having him speak in the Bistro was a sensible solution rather than climbing the steps into the gallery again.
Then the piece de resistance was the presentation of hampers to the guests which were absolutely superb and they could not believe it was happening to them.
It was such a lovely idea that you introduced over dinner and I am so pleased the event went so well. Several people have been in touch to say how much they enjoyed it but could not understand why they were privileged to be chosen for such an unforgettable event.
Many thanks to everybody who made the event so memorable; but particularly to
you who is generously putting so much back into society with your charitable acts. When I was Tandridge Chairman I regularly had to explain to people in other parts of Surrey where Tandridge is located so in the same way I am sure the name of Oldencraig will mean so much more to local people in future when the word is spread by the guests.
Amazing to think how far we have come from that December Sunday 5 years ago.
Yours sincerely,
Alan
Vicki Thompson Winfield and Botero
Congrats to Vicki and Botero for qualifying for the World Equestrian Games in Verden and also the Shearwater Young Horse 6 yr old championship at Hartpury as well as
The 6 yr old young Horse Championships at Hickstead in the National and International class
Office and Client Kitchen Refurbishment
Refurbishment works have been completed on the staff/client kitchen. The decorators have now finished painting the walls and ceiling, the wood has been varnished and a wooden floor has been laid. New cookers and microwaves have been added and new furnishings have completed the look.
The decorators have also given the Reception area and Offices a facelift and all is looking very smart.
SCHOOL REFURBISHMENT
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre has recently refurbished all of its arena surfaces including:
The Indoor Arena, the International Arena, the warm up Arena, the Lake/Livery Arena,the indoor lunge pen, the outdoor lunge arena and the Gallop Track
A BLOCK STALLION BARN
The Stallion Barn at Oldencraig Equestrian Centre has recently undergone a makeover.
All stables have been steam cleaned and painted.
All fittings have been replaced with new ones.
The tack room has been fully decorated to a high standard.
New tack boxes have been added to the Tack room.
Young Rider Dressage Development Days (Date to be confirmed)
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Two Day Adult Camp (Date to be confirmed)
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OEC is pleased to announce the following events for 2016. For more information on any of these events please call us on + 44(0)1342 833317 /+44 (0) 1342 837581 or email us at info@oldencraig.com.
Affiliated Dressage
Oldencraig Equestrian Centre is proud to hold Affiliated Dressage events weekly. Please look at the Show Diary for running dates, the British Dressage Magazine or www.britishdressage.com. Everybody welcome!
