May I thank, most sincerely, all those who have given their time and services free of charge ‘Thank You’.
On your behalf, I would also publicly like to recognise, and thank, your Committee and the Mastership. The work they put into your sport is considerable. I can assure you that they all have a total commitment to the Hunt and continue to work towards improving our Country and our Sport. During the coming Season, we must all play our part by supporting them, and also each other.
Finally, the news that David Carr has stepped down from the Mastership: but be assured, we have not seen or heard
the last of him! He remains on the Committee and is a valued Member of the Hunt, and will remain so.
David, for the time you gave us as a Master and for your services to the Hunt, may we say ‘Thank you’.
Charlie Warde-Aldam
(Chairman Badsworth & Bramham Moor)
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RECENT EVENTS
January 2008 started in fine style, with thanks going to Nikki Bailey for the arrangements.
The New Year Party at The Rogerthorpe Manor went with the usual ‘swing’ we wined, dined and
danced the evening away! A few days later, some of the hardier Members went out to
the first Joint Meet with the York & Ainsty North which was held at Birstwith Hall. Due to the wet weather, the going
was heavy, but, thanks to the efforts of the Masters and the Countryman, there was plenty to keep the Field occupied
with new jumps and newly opened Country – an exciting day was reported.
The morning of the Newcomers’ Day at Frickley did not begin well – overnight snow had covered
most of the U.K – BUT the good news was that it had somehow missed Frickley!!
Thanks go to Charlie Warde-Aldam who gave a good day around the estate and somehow still
managed to bring home approximately the same number of riders he set off with (at least we think he did!) There have been strange noises heard in the woodland!
It was a joy to go to the Cherry Tree and have an excellent breakfast before hunting the beautiful Country around High Hoyland. Thanks to the Cherry Tree for feeding us so well and to Archie and Linda for the organisation.
Sadly, having lost a day at Walton to frost in December, we lost another day to the weather at Carlton Towers, but
the going had improved to enable a good Field to attend a new venue - the first Meet to be held at Cowthorpe.
On Sunday 24th February, at the Lunch at Rudding Park, following an excellent lunch, we were introduced to the Speaker - a lady who appeared to be more than capable of living up to her 11 Christian names! Clarissa Theresa Philomena Aileen Mary Josephine Agnes Elsie Trilby Louise Esmerelda Dickson Wright.
Her C.V. and books certainly make interesting reading – she’s living a full and varied life, including being the youngest woman to be called to the Bar, actively campaigning on behalf of the Countryside Alliance, T.V. Cook, author and along with many more experiences, she even found time to play the part of the Gamekeeper in the Sitcom ‘Absolutely Fabulous’.
Listening to her reminiscences after lunch I felt that I was glad she was on ‘our team’ and campaigning for the Country way of life – and not on the other side!!
Certainly a lady to be reckoned with!! Whilst we remember the Lunch, we should also remember the hard work that went into the organisation and thank Simon Mackaness for his hospitality, Jennifer Robson and Marjorie Periam for the organisation of a ‘sell out’ lunch and, of course, Clarissa Dickson Wright for making time to be an interesting and entertaining main speaker.
They say that a week is a long time in politics – but a week in the life of the Badsworth & Bramham Moor sometimes
has to be lived to be believed!! The Sunday following the Lunch at Rudding was spent at the Team Chase at
Frickley – therein lies a tale!
The Team Chase Committee spent Saturday 1ST March preparing for the event –
everything was ready and laid out in preparation before they eventually went home.
However, in Diana Nicholson’s words –‘ Sunday 2nd March did not start auspiciously!
We left a large marquee set up on Saturday evening containing all the tables, chairs,
glasses, number bibs, programmes, paperwork etc.
The view from Charlie’s, Justina’s and Deanna’s windows at 6.30am the following morning showed a pile of canvas in the wrong field. With lots of help from everyone collecting from all over the field, borrowing lorries and sponsors relocated to a garage, we actually managed to start only ten minutes late!’
To Charlie Warde-Aldam, ‘Thank you for Frickley’ and to Di Nicholson, Justina Burkinshaw and Annette Tasker and everyone who helped ‘An amazing job and on behalf of the Hunt – well done!’
The Team Chase event has made the Horse & Hound for the past three years! Voted by the riders as having the best Course in the Country and for coping well in adversity – one year frozen ground – most other events cancelled: last year deluged with rain many events cancelled: this year storm & tempest!!! If you didn’t go to the Team Chase, you missed a treat, after the storm, the course ran very well and received lots of praise. Teams travelled from Suffolk, Wales and Shropshire.
If you feel you have time to join an intrepid team and can cope with whatever nature can throw at you and still organise
an award winning national event – the Team Chase Committee is waiting to hear from you!! You don’t have to be Superman or Wonder Woman; or even own a cloak and sequinned tights - you just need to be willing to help! Call Di Nicholson 01423 339902
Suddenly, it was the end of the Season. The day at The Stables, Hutton Wandesley Hall, started with an excellent breakfast courtesy of the Hunt Ladies. Several Visitors were welcomed and joined us for the day. The day ended perfectly - we got back to The Stables for tea, just before the heavens opened! – Excellent timing from the Field Master, Wayne Burnell.
It’s always a rather sad time – the end of the Season. Thank you to Mrs Sarah York for her hospitality and to the Hunt
Ladies Jane Burnell, Jackie Buckley, Pat Hoyland and everyone who helped with the catering – especially the coffee
machine – a coffee pot so big it needed wheels!
Not much time to mope! The end of March found many Members at the 2008 Badsworth & Bramham Moor Point-to-Point. The Point-to-Point Committee were delighted that again, the entries were excellent and the Meeting had the highest number of entries recorded at a Yorkshire Meeting!
A successful day at the races – thanks are due to the P-t-P Committee.
Just because the Season ends does not mean that everything stops – the Supporters’ Committee continue to arrange Social events throughout the Spring and Summer.
The start of April brings the Grand National to Aintree and the Grand National Draw
to the Badsworth & Bramham Moor. This year the Grand National evening was again
held at the Wetherby Rugby Club and the winners were Kathy Hughes, Liz Barnes,
Jackie Buckley and Pat Hoyland – well done! The quiz had several worthy teams –
even though cheating was banned this year for some reason!
Thanks to Jane & Wayne Burnell and Helen Greenwood for the arrangements: pie n’
peas – thanks to Jackie Buckley and Pat Hoyland.
No time to rest – we were straight into the Hunter Trial at Campsmount on Sunday 6th April, held by the kind permission of Mr and Mrs Carr. Thank you. The course ran very well and the weather was good. The teamwork of Peter Turland, Judy Martin, Annette and Andrew Tasker, Justina Burkinshaw and all the other helpers resulted in an excellent day. (By the way, you are welcome to join ‘The Team’ if you wish to join in, have fun and help!)
The entry levels were good and the riding of a good standard, but the highlight of the day had to be Sophie Platt and Katie Wright riding the pairs competition, side saddle in full habit – I’ve never seen a spontaneous round of applause at a Hunter Trial before – but Sophie and Katie had a standing ovation all the way round – well done ladies!
Good to see traditions being continued – see a print from the archives showing the Misses Leatham who rode out with the Badsworth in 1911.If anyone has a photograph of Sophie and Katie taken at the Hunter Trial,The archives would welcome a copy!
Now, Spring is here, Summer is around the corner and there are plenty of shows, events and Summer Balls to attend. See all the forthcoming events and contact details listed. Please, join in and lend a hand.
The Country will continue to be opened, and improved, for the benefit of Members and Visitors. Most Followers and riders
last Season will have noticed many of the new jumps and repaired fences – see the photographs on the website
www.badsworthandbramhammoor.com which show new challenges met, and answered, by the Field – some more
successfully than others!
The past few years, especially 2007 / 2008 have obviously, been difficult: however, the Badsworth & Bramham Moor has
recognised the need to change and has faced up to the requirement to adapt to hunting in the 21st century.
As illustrated by the above Hounds, the Hunt is looking to Season 2008 / 2009 and the future – it is hoped that the Members, Subscribers and Followers will continue to support and ‘run’ with the Badsworth & Bramham Moor.
We are one of the oldest Hunts and we are, certainly, one of the best.
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MEMBERS’ NEWS
Change in Mastership
The Badsworth & Bramham Moor Committee were saddened to receive a resignation from the Joint Mastership. Mr C.D. Carr feels that, after serving the Hunt as a MFH for many years, the time is now right for him to stand down. The Mastership will continue with 6 Joint Masters. You will be pleased to hear that Mr Carr will continue to be involved with the Badsworth & Bramham Moor as a Committee Member.
As a tribute, and to thank Mr Carr for his years of service to the Hunt, a presentation is planned to take place at the Puppy Show. Anyone wishing to show appreciation for Mr Carr’s work and contribution to the Hunt, over the years, is asked to contact Mr Peter Turland MFH (01302 702028).
On behalf of the Members, the Committee thanks Mr Carr for his generous, long-term support and contribution to the Badsworth & Bramham Moor, as a Master
Change in Committee
Dr Jennifer Robson has sadly, decided to step down from the Committee: there is, therefore, now a vacancy. If you are interested, and feel able to serve on the Committee, you are requested to forward your name to the Secretary over the course of the Summer, for consideration at the AGM, in November. All candidates must be Registered Members of B&BMH Ltd and applications must be supported by the names of a proposer and a seconder, both of whom are also Registered Members of B&BMH Ltd. If you require any further information, please contact Jenny T.W. to discuss.
On behalf of the Hunt, the Committee thanks Jennifer Robson for all her hard work and effort both at Committee
Meetings and organising fund raising events. It is hoped that Jennifer will continue to be connected to the Hunt, albeit in
a social capacity.
Subscriptions
The Committee has managed to hold Subscriptions at the same level for the past three years. Sadly, it is now impossible to continue at the same level of Subscriptions for Season 2008 / 2009. All details are listed in the Subscription Card.
It is very important to note that whilst there has had to be an increase, the Committee have also taken all possible steps to lessen the impact on Members, by introducing various payment options and expanding the type of Subscriptions available. If any Member wishes to discuss financial arrangements, in confidence, please contact the Secretary.
Dates for your Diary –
• Committee Meeting Thursday 6th November 2008
• A.G.M Wednesday 12th November 2008
• It is heartening for ‘The Forward’ to receive so much support – thanks to everyone who has made time to contribute. This issue has received many ‘snippets’ and news items, so, for future editions it is now necessary
to put a ‘Deadline’ on copy – which is a wonderful position to be in – let’s hope it continues! The Deadline for
inclusions in the ‘Forward’ October edition has to be 20th October 2008.
• 2008 PUPPY SHOW
Forward
B&BMH
The Joint Masters
request the pleasure of your company
at the
Judging of the Young Hounds
Tuesday 24th June 2008
At
The Kennels, Hillthorpe
R..S.V.P.
Mr P.N. Turland M.F.H. judging at 3.00 pm followed by tea
14, Burghwallis Lane,
Sutton,
Doncaster DN6 9JU
01302 702028
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• Modern Hunting & Courtesy
This updated leaflet is now available FOC for everyone, especially Newcomers. For additional copies, please contact
the Secretary. Thanks to everyone who contributed, commented and offered constructive criticism.
• Calling any Members who also enjoy Sailing!
Anyone interested in assembling a Team of 4 to compete in the Interhunt Regatta to be held on the Isle of Wight
1st–2nd September 2008? The I.O.W. Hunt has issued an invitation to go early morning hunting and then racing
(Mermaid Class) charter boats available. Speak to Jenny T.W. for more details.
• Countryside Alliance
The new Regional Director of the Countryside Alliance in Yorkshire is Judith Skilbeck. Judith can be contacted on
Judith-skilbeck@countryside-alliance.org or via Wendy Mulligan wendymulligan@hotmail.co.uk
We sadly, record the deaths of 2 friends & supporters of the Badsworth & Bramham Moor
Mr Eddie Lowe
A long-time Follower and friend of the Badsworth. Husband to Mary, Father to Pat and Grandfather to Andrew.
A charming lady, and good friend, to the Badsworth & Bramham Moor, who will be sadly missed.
Condolences to both families
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COMMITTEES –
To make it easy for Members to offer essential help or find out about the various events, the contact details are:
Team Chase Team Chase
Di Nicholson ( 01423 339902)
Hunter Trials
Judy Martin ( 01302 700734)
Beckwithshaw Horse Trials
Rachel Weatherhead (07877 544381)
(rachel.weatherhead@virgin.net)
Point-to-Point
Jane Burnell ( 01904 738139)
Terrier Show
Mick & Paula Carling ( 01937 557168)
Supporters’ Committee Jenny T.W. ( 07977 627128)
Countryside Alliance
Wendy Mulligan( 01484 854587
Please - Lend a Hand - Come along, meet new people & help make a difference!
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MEMBER’S COMMENT CORNER
Dear Hunter Trial Jump Judges
Could I please say a very BIG ‘Thank you’ to all the wonderful people who helped
at the Hunter Trial on Sunday 6th April at Campsall. It isn’t until you take on a job
like this that you realise just what goes into organising these events. I only sorted
out Jump Judges etc., but there is an awful lot that goes on behind the scenes that
never gets mentioned. My Judges were brilliant, some had to help out for longer than
they should have, but they got on with it. I don’t want to mention everyone individually (as there were quite a few), and I wasn’t able to write ‘Thank You’ letters to everyone, as I only had names and phone numbers for some people. At least this way, hopefully, the majority of Judges will know how very much you were appreciated.
It wasn’t just the Jump Judges, but there was the ‘food lady’, who turned up just as the event started, and set about making sandwiches, flasks etc., to make sure that everyone helping was fed and looked after. There was also the food ‘Distribution Team’ who spent all day travelling around all the Jump Judges making sure that the food and drink reached
all quarters.
It was thanks to you all that my day was comparatively easy.
We started off having a lovely day, the weather lasted until the Intermediate Class was about to start, the sky turned
black and the snow / sleet came down – not what we wanted at all! Did I hear any complaints from my Judges – not
at all! A lot of the feedback was very positive, so, hopefully, come September, you will be more than happy to volunteer your services again.
Hopefully, we may be able to recruit some new helpers as well, as these events can only run with people coming
forward to offer their help. So come on all you Members of B&BM, put your name forward for next time, we can always use the help. Put something back into your hobby.
Thank you again, everyone – you all know who you are and to the Team Chase Judges a second dose of ‘Thank you’
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Annette Tasker
Hunter Trial @ Campsall
Hope everyone is doing well A quickie to say to whoever organised the
Hunter Trial – I had a great time. Thank you
Kelly
p.s.
What happened after the horse went swimming in
The lake? I’ve not seen anything as funny for ages!!
They retired – very wet, but smiling
saying they’d had a great day!
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Advice to Hunt Members on how to recognise the Secretary
(for ease of paying Field Money)
The Secretary: This hard working, down trodden, timid and
unfortunate individual is easily recognisable by the permanent
worried expression, looks older than they should and is
generally abused by both Masters and Members
Courtesy of A.N. Other Hunt
Oh Dear!!!! Must do something about my image!! I’d hate to
Jenny Stocker be thought of as timid!
JTW
Texas Branch of B&BMH
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Thank You
Many thanks for my hunting with you in Yorkshire; I had a brilliant 3 days! Everyone was very welcoming so a big
‘Thank you’ from me, and my horse Oliver, who so enjoyed getting out with you all. Hope to come up again in 2008.
Happy Hunting in 2008
Kind Regards
Fiona Macdonald
BRAMHAM MOOR PONY CLUB
For Bramham Moor Pony Club, 2008 has started where 2007 left off – a further increase in membership and excellent attendances at all rallies, from the day rallies at Christmas / New Year, right through to our new evening rallies scheduled to run throughout the year. Most popular, so far, have been the Easter Egg Rally (as usual) and the Cross Country Ride at Howden.
In terms of the various disciplines, we are continuing with our regular training sessions. For the first time for some years we entered 2 teams in the Area Quiz. Although neither qualified for the National Quiz, both teams performed very creditably.
Mounted Games is one of the most active disciplines this early in the year and our Teams have already competed in a number of ‘friendlies’, including our own at Wetherby Racecourse on the 19th April 2008. One of the Senior A Team members, Fran Reeve, has been selected to be on the England Mounted Games Team at Royal Windsor in May on her pony ‘Socks’. We wish Fran, and the rest of the team, ‘Good Luck’. We have already competed in the Area Games this year, as the date was earlier than usual. Our Senior A Team finished a creditable 3rd behind the Rockwood and the Badsworth. This is an excellent result since we lost 4 of our 5 A Team members at the end of last Season and one of the riders has only just moved up from Juniors.
Looking forward to the Summer: the Bramham Moor is again booked in to provide gallopers at Bramham Horse Trials in June and both Senior and Junior camps are arranged for August. As usual, these will be complemented by a series of rallies. This year we are also running the Pony Club Area Dressage on the 24th July, also at Bramham Park. The planning for this is already well under way.
If you are not a member of the Bramham Moor Hunt Pony Club and are interested in joining, please contact Elizabeth Hughes ion 0113 282 0478.
Kim Reeve
The ‘SOCIAL SCENE’
May 2008
• Saturday 17th May 2008 Otley Show – see Hounds parade
June 2008
• 5th – 8TH June 2008
Bramham Horse Trials @ Bramham Park
• Tuesday 24th June 2008
Puppy Show @ Kennels.
All Members and Supporters are invited to attend the Judging.
Please contact Peter Turland MFH for details 01302 702028
• Saturday 28th June 2008 Summer Ball
@ The Hospitality Centre, Wetherby Racecourse
Please contact Jane Burnell for details 07944 705825 and to find out about the cowboy!!
July 2008
• Sunday 6th July 2008
Terrier & Lurcher Show
@ Stapleton Park Please contact Mr Mick Carling 01937 557168 or Jenny T.W. 07977 627128 for details
Please contact either Rachel Weatherhead for details & to offer help
rachel.weatherhead@virgin.net / 07887 544381
or
for entries & information www.britisheventing.com
• Sunday 27th July 2008
Sponsored Pleasure Ride
@ Escrick Park
Please contact Jenny T.W for details 07977 627128
jj@jjttomlinson.f9.co.uk
September 2008
• Hunter Trial TBA – Contact Judy Martin for details 01302 700734
‘Fruit of the Loom’ Fleeces Dark blue, green, brown – B&BMH logo
(small / medium / large) Children’s sizes available - prices on request £25.00
• NEW! Dark Blue Weatherproof Jackets
Weatherproof, quilted linings, hood & B&BMH logo Men’s, Ladies & children’s sizes £35.00
• B&BMH Caps
Adjustable size – dark blue with white B&BMH logo £8.50
• Sweatshirts
Dark Blue – white B&BMH logo (small / medium / large) £17.00
• Rugby Shirts
Dark Blue – with B&BMH logo (small / medium / large) £25.00
• Polo Shirts
Dark Blue – white B&BMH logo (small / medium / large) £12.00
• T Shirts
B&BMH T- shirts – a selection of colours and sizes £10.00
Deliveries 2-3 weeks. Payment required with order. Please be aware that the prices do not include P&P
Contact Linda Seels 01977 642768 for advice and help with the Clothing Department.
GIFT DEPARTMENT
• Badsworth & Bramham Moor lapel badges – dark blue £5.00
See also, the Website www.badsworthandbramhammoor.com for hunting gifts and memorabilia
The Badsworth & Bramham Moor will be out during the Season 2008 / 2009, and thereafter, until a repeal is achieved, in accordance with the Hunting Act 2004.To this end, to assist and to inform: All Masters, Huntsmen, Kennel Huntsmen, Whippers-in, Staff and Volunteers have been provided with the Countryside Alliance Hunting Handbook which gives clear instructions and advice on actions and behaviour, as required by law.
The requirement to be out in accordance with the Hunting Act 2004 is clearly stated, for Membership, on the Meet Card and a verbal reminder is given to all at each Meet. The information is also clearly stated in the Membership newsletter (Forward), which is sent quarterly, by post, to each Member. In addition, a well-attended Masters’ Information Evening was dedicated to informing the Membership of the requirements of the Hunting Act 2004.
It is the intention of B&BMH Ltd, the Directors and Committee, that Masters, Huntsmen, Kennel Huntsmen, Whippers-in, Staff, Members and Volunteers will hunt within the law as indicated by the Hunting Act 2004. To this end, all Masters, Huntsmen, Kennel Huntsmen, Whippers-in, Members and Volunteers have been fully informed of their rights and responsibilities in regard to the Hunting Act 2004.
N.B. copies of the Countryside Alliance Guidelines for Hunting and the 2006 –2007 Hunting without Harassment are available for Members F.O.C. to down load from the link on the Badsworth & Bramham Moor Website.
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