Due to flooding and the Foot and Mouth restrictions, the Summer and Autumn months were difficult. Thank you to the Masters for your hard work and efforts in keeping the Field motivated and to all the Landowners and Farmers who extended hospitality and hosted the Saturday pleasure rides.
At the A.G.M., in November, all Members were strongly reminded of their responsibilities whilst out hunting. Everyone needs to remain vigilant and remember, that it is our intention to hunt within the law, in accordance with the Hunting Act 2004. We must not become complacent.
I wish everyone a very Happy New Year
Charlie Warde-Aldam
(Chairman B&BMH Ltd)
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RECENT EVENTS
A heartfelt ‘Thank you’ is due to the Masters: they very worked hard to keep the Field
Both interested and exercised during the FMD restrictions, but there was no doubt that
everyone was relieved when Autumn Hound Exercise resumed on the 18th October
and we were again Meeting regularly. The well-attended Opening Meet was held on the 6th November at Bilborough and the following weekend saw a good turnout at Frickley.
As the Hunt Meets in various parts of the Country, it is becoming obvious how much work
and investment has taken place throughout the Country during the Summer and Autumn.
Several riders have commented on the new and repaired jumps and several have been taken
by surprise – ‘That wasn’t there last time’!! ‘When did that happen?’
Meetings can often be a bore and a chore, but no Hunt can operate without them. The AGM,
held at The Chequers Inn, Ledsham on the 14th November had the usual fair share of ‘boring
stuff’ but, an interesting initiative was raised by Members and will be developed during the next
few months – look for more details about this, later in the ‘Forward’
The main social event during November was the well-attended Masters’ Ball, held for the
first time for many years, at The Old Swan Hotel, Harrogate. Thank you to Jane Burnell,
who arranged the event on behalf of the Mastership.
It’s important to remember that, as a Hunt, we do not operate in isolation we
have good neighbours and friends, throughout the national network of Hunts, and, as with personal
friends, it’s very good to stay in touch. Tuesday 20th November saw a good contingent of B&BMH
Members accept the invitation to take the Badsworth & Bramham Moor Hounds and
ride with the Holderness at Warter. The day was rather misty, but stayed
mostly dry – some would call it atmospheric!
It was good to visit new Country and re-new friendships. Several stoic riders
were seen hacking the long route back to the wagons, in the dusk and rain after
a long day, but they were still smiling!
There was also plenty of smiling at the excellent breakfast held before the
Weeton Meet. The busy morning meant hard work for the ‘chefs’. It is amazing
that such an excellent, full English Breakfast can be catered for in a barn. A
good start to the day, which was enjoyed and much appreciated. Thanks to all
involved, not forgetting Bryn Rushbrooke for his hospitality and the use of his Barn
and Chris Bellerby for access to his land and enabling the Field to jump ‘the hedges’ by providing an alternative route down the headland – see plenty of photos on the Website of the ‘thrills & spills’ showing how the Field made good use of the headland and jumps.
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After a difficult period, it was good to see some good news for all hunting people appear in the national press on the 1st December ‘The first foxhunting conviction is quashed’.
The first huntsman to be convicted of breaching the Hunting Act won an appeal. …Judge Graham Cottle said he was satisfied that Mr Wright had believed, perhaps optimistically, that he had put in place safeguards to ensure compliance with the Act . (please see Chairman’s Message)
Looking at the Meet Card, there appears to be plenty Social events and interesting Meets planned to keep us occupied and entertained into the New Year and beyond. It’s hoped you are enjoying the Season.
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MEMBERS’ NEWS
At the 2007 AGM, Mr William Buck was accepted by the Membership as a Member of the Committee and as a Director of B&BMH Ltd.
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A date for your Diary – Committee Meeting Wednesday 16th April 2008
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Cover Picture of the Forward October Edition
The photograph from the archives certainly created interest!
We have 4 winners who will each receive a gift in recognition
of their excellent memories
- Mrs Jackie Buckley:
Mr Jonathan
Hunt:
Mrs Mackaness
and Mr Peter Seels
The photograph shows The Badsworth moving off from the
1961 Opening Meet at Hooton Pagnall, near Frickley and was
the full front-page illustration of the Horse and Hound November
18th 1961 edition. There were various suggestions as to who
all the riders were. Names mentioned were
Major W. Warde-
Aldam:
Clifford Aston:
Tony Brown:
McCausland Scott:
Miss
Eileen Asquith.
Thank you all for adding your thoughts and memories to the
photograph
Baily’s Hunting Directory 1960 –1961 lists the Joint Masters
Mr J.E. Haigh & Miss Eileen Asquith:
Joint Hon. Secs Capt
Colin Mackenzie Smith / Col. R. Adderley:
Huntsman J. Stevens
Whipper-in & K.H Bert Taylor
If anyone has the 1961 –1962 directory, and can supply further information, the challenge will have been competed!
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Next Challenge
We know even less about this photograph -
apart from the fact that it was, obviously,
taken at Cawood. Any help Members can
give to add information to the picture would
be greatly appreciated. Again, a ‘Forward’
gift is waiting for the first few Members who
get in touch (07977 627128) and can fill in
some details.
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Baily’s Hunting Directory 2007 – 2008
Edition Published November 2007 now available
+ special offers on back issues
Are there any Hunt Supporters who wish to go to Foxhunters Day?
The John Smith’s Fox Hunter’s Steeplechase will be run on Thursday 3rd April 2008.
As a Hunt Supporter you are entitled to a ‘special package’. For the Thursday only,
there are 2 roof or Terrace badges for £60.00 or 2 reserved seat badges for either £60.00 £70.0 or £75.00
depending on which Grandstand you choose – all are subject to availability. Transport not included (if the numbers of interested Supporters are sufficient this may be organised by the B&BM Supporters’ Committee, at an extra cost).
A Hunt Supporters’ Lounge with pay bar and food outlets is available.
If any Hunt Supporters are interested in Foxhunters Day, your instructions, contact details, S.A.E.& cheque (payable to Aintree Racecourse Company Limited) must be sent to Jenny T.W. no later than Friday 22nd February 2008. Any cheques received after this date cannot be dealt with and will be returned uncashed.
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Weatherby’s Chase
HUNTER CHASERS & POINT-TO-POINTERS 2008 ANNUAL
‘The bible of Point-to-Pointing’ Essential reading for 2007 /2008.
Published November 2007
Please contact Weatherbys direct:
Weatherbys Chase
Sanders Road
Wellingborough Northants NN8 4BX orders@weatherbys.co.uk
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COMMITTEES –
All the Committees need your help, especially on the day of an event. To make it easy for Members to offer essential help or find out about the various events, the contact details are:
Please - Lend a Hand - Come along, meet new people & make a difference!
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MEMBER’S COMMENT CORNER
Thank You
Just a quick line to say ‘Thank You’. I had a superb day thanks to the kind hospitality of everyone at the Badsworth & Bramham Moor. What a wonderful introduction to Hunting! I cannot thank you all enough and I look forward to repeating the experience at Wentbridge on Boxing Day. Yours Sincerely Wally Rees
Wally made it to the Boxing Day Meet and is still talking about it!
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Happy New Year from Austin Texas
Hope the weather in England is co-operating with
the 2007 Season. Happy New Year to all
Jenny & David Stocker
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Hi Everyone – Just wanted to say ‘Thank you’ to for
a brilliant day on Boxing Day, I really enjoyed it.
Thank you all for looking after me & making my 1st time
out hunting a special & memorable day. Emma
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IS FOXHUNTING FAIR? SHOULD IT BE BANNED?
Amy says - It was great! Boxing Day was a
A cynical point of view – sent by George & Richard blast! Really enjoyed it!
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MODERN HUNTING & COURTESY
Good manners are today, sadly, sometimes considered, to be rather ‘old fashioned’ but the behaviour
and etiquette of the Field / Followers and a consideration for safety are much more than just ‘good
manners’. A code of expected behaviour has gradually evolved over hundreds of years of hunting as a ‘tried and tested’ way to conduct oneself when out hunting. Most of the traditions are very practical and have been accepted in the past, by hunters, to enable everyone to enjoy the day out with Hounds.
During the past few years, the essence of hunting has changed and Hunts must adapt to meet these changes. These days, many people now riding out have not grown up in hunting or farming households and, through no fault of their own, do not really know what is expected of them. This situation is confusing, sometimes dangerous, and creates problems for Newcomers, Visitors and the Field in general. It is for the benefit of all concerned, that the Badsworth & Bramham Moor provides clear information and encouragement, to Newcomers, Visitors and the mounted Field, and ask everyone to consider traditional ‘old fashioned’ good manners, common sense, behaviour and etiquette. It was agreed by the Members at the recent AGM that an updated leaflet to be called -
‘Modern Hunting & Courtesy’ be produced and circulated as a reminder to all, that actually, manners really do matter.
A quick poll at the AGM indicated some of the issues which are causing problems and should be included in the leaflet – The question is asked of everyone ‘Do any of these apply to you?’
Perhaps a little thought could easily improve the situation. Some of the issues mentioned -
• Late arrivals at the Meet
• The blank stare - ignoring / not acknowledging help from Foot Followers, the public or motorists.
• Lack of consideration for other road users - it doesn’t take much to say ‘Thank you’.
• Not forming an orderly queue at jumps. Riders cutting into jumps / not waiting.
• Those who do not know or understand what is going on, but yet do not ask (perhaps they are concerned about appearing foolish?) If in doubt please ask.
• Children / young riders not helping with gates.
• Hair not tied back. Sloppy turnout and dress. The flying tie.
• Inappropriate tack / brightly coloured numnahs
• Disregard for other riders e.g. Riders galloping away from obstacles (gates, steep/narrow places etc) whilst other riders are still negotiating the obstacle.
• Riders who know their horses do not jump reliably, yet still push to the front and then block jumps.
• Not pulling away from jumps after a refusal and going to the back of the queue.
• Hollering – not acceptable nowadays.
• Red / green ribbon horses not staying at the back of the Field.
• Not keeping up with the Field Master.
• Obstructing Whips / Huntsman. Not turning horses to face hounds.
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There is no intention to cause offence to anyone, or create any bad feeling by mentioning this subject. Some, who have been hunting all their lives, may feel that such information is unnecessary and, indeed, unwelcome, but experienced Hunters are asked to be generous and share their expertise by talking with Newcomers and Visitors to help them understand what is going on. The Newcomers and Visitors are the Hunters of the future – or they will be, if they understand what hunting is really all about.
As previously mentioned, this initiative was proposed, and agreed, by the Members during ‘question time’ at the AGM. The intention is to circulate a booklet giving easy to read, useful information intended to help Newcomers and Visitors but also to remind existing Members and Followers about the traditional ways and so make hunting safer, and more enjoyable, for everyone.
As part of this ongoing initiative, it is planned to hold a Newcomers’ Day on 2nd February 2008 at Frickley and an entertaining evening for everyone, next Autumn, when ‘Modern Hunting & Courtesy’ will be discussed, along with safety, dress, history, supper and a quiz .The emphasis will be on entertaining / enjoyable – more details about this nearer the time.
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The ‘SOCIAL SCENE’
January 2008
• Saturday 5th January 2008
Party Time at the Rogerthorpe Manor. Please contact Nikki Bailey
• Wednesday 9th January 2008
Supporters’ Committee Meeting – 7.30pm @ The Chequers Inn, Ledsham. Please lend a hand!
Contact Jane Burnell 07944 705825 or Jenny T.W 07977 627128
February 2008
• Saturday 2nd February 2008
Newcomers’ Day @ Frickley.
Contact Jenny T.W. 07977 627128
• Sunday 24th February 2008
Rudding Park Lunch – ‘Special Guest Speaker’ Clarissa Dickson-Wright
Please contact Jennifer Robson for tickets and details 0113 286 8236
March 2008
• Sunday 2nd March 2008
Team Chase @ Frickley.
Please contact Di Nicholson for details & to offer help 01423 339902
• Saturday 29th March 2008
Point-to-Point @ Howe Hills, Mordon, Sedgefield.
Contact Jane Burnell for details & to offer help 07944 705825
April 2008
• Thursday 3rd April 2008
Foxhunter’s Day opportunity to go to Aintree – see Member’s News.
Contact Jenny T.W. if interested 07977 627128
• Date / venue to be confirmed
Grand National Evening with Pie n’ pea supper & quiz
Contact Jane Burnell 07944 705825 for details and tickets
• Wednesday 16th April 2008
Committee Meeting @ The Chequers Inn, Ledsham
• Sunday 6th April 2008
Hunter Trial @ Campsmount. Contact Judy Martin for details 01302 700734.
Help - urgently required – offers to help before the event / on the day - Peter Turland 01302 702028
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Details about the Summer events will be included in the May edition of ‘Forward’
Please contact Rachel Weatherhead for details & to offer help on the day 07877 544381
rachel.weatherhead@virgin.net
• Sunday 27th July 2008
Sponsored Pleasure Ride
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SWOP SHOP
• Good home required for 34”-36” ladies black hunt coat with blue collar.
• Do you need numnahs /saddle pads for exercise use? Several available in good condition.
• Ladies Hunting Kit –
1 heavyweight black hunt coat / blue collar in good condition. Size 14 to fit 38” /40”
1 heavyweight black hunt coat – an ‘experienced’ coat but OK for 2nd best. Size 12.
1 cream hunt waistcoat to fit 38” / 40”
Black leather boots, size 6 slim fit with trees (‘experienced’ boots – suitable as ‘starter’ boots or for
exercise use.
• Gent’s hunt coat 40”chest £60 & Youth’s black show jacket 38”chest (07803 904970 / 01132825776)
• Tack ‘bits & pieces’: nosebands: cheek pieces: reins: stirrup leathers (brown, new, still in package) girth (brown, new still in package)
As will all good shops there are various Departments
CLOTHING DEPARTMENT
• B&BMH Country Wear
‘Fruit of the Loom’ Fleeces Dark blue, green, brown – B&BMH logo
(small / medium / large) Children’s sizes available - prices on request £20.00
• 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 £7.50
• 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 for advice and help with the Clothing Department.
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GIFT DEPARTMENT
• ‘Forward’ wristbands – to show your support
Badsworth & Bramham Moor wristbands – dark blue 100% silicone. £2.00 each
• ‘Forward’ coffee mugs
White ceramic mug with the B&BMH ‘Forward’ displayed in dark blue. £5.00 each
Or set of 6 £25.00
‘Forward’ See Website for photograph: Smart Lapel badges available
B&BMH Dark blue enamel with gold lettering £5.00 each
• ‘Moments in Time’ with the Badsworth & Bramham Moor.
Blank picture cards showing photographs by Andy Elliot. £2.00
each
To order gifts, please contact 07977 627128
See also, the Website www.badsworthandbramhammoor.com for hunting gifts and memorabilia
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Statement
A reminder to all involved that the Badsworth & Bramham Moor will be out during the Season 2007 /2008 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 their actions and behaviour as required by law.
The requirements to be out in accordance with the Hunting Act 2004 is clearly stated for the Membership on
the Meet Card. 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 in the Hunting Act 2004. To this end, all Masters, Huntsmen, Kennel Huntsmen, Whippers-in, Staff, 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.
‘Forward’
B&BMH
B&BMH Ltd
Registered in England Reg. No. 5621285
Registered Address: The Kennels, Hillthorpe Hall. Wentbridge Lane, Thorpe Audlin, Pontefract WF8 3EH
e-mail:jj@jjttomlinson.f9.co.uk
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The Badsworth & Bramham Moor is a Member of the MFHA
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