The club committee comprises the following lovely ladies, without whom there would be no Colne Valley Riding Club:-
Carol Hipkin - Club Chairman
Carol H heads the team, & keeps us all in check! She has a particular interest & loads of experience in matters of equine welfare, & so also acts as the Club's Welfare officer - please consult her on any concerns you may have.
Carol Bolton - Treasurer
Carol B keeps the books in order - not always easy, but a very valuable task well done!
Marian French - Secretary
"I'm currently horseless for the first time in 35 years and learning about what
non-horsey people do at weekends. WLTM reliable equine to look after me in
my old age!"
Cheryl Gregory - Cross-Country Organiser
The tee shirt has faded; 45 years of horses - is it really that long? The participation, the dedication has not diminished. However the years have taken their toll and my equine need today is different. Something gentle, understanding and less demanding. Being there and helping others now plays a much greater part in my life.
Clare Taylor - Publicity/Press Officer
"Creative energy" behind the CVRC newsletters. Has been magnetically drawn towards anything equine from an early age, and is currently discovering the joys of dressage with palomino gelding Squire, who has gracefully retired from the hunting field. Personally proves it is possible to combine demanding career, keeping non-horsey (and very tolerant) husband and other family members happy, whilst pursuing own equestrian goals without too much collateral damage. Also enjoys writing (just as well really), reading, walking, tack cleaning and having a laugh.
Catherine Raffe - Website
Catherine can be seen terrorising the village of Bradfield with Billy Boy, with partner Richard cycling alongside, apologising for the trail of destruction and chaos wherever they go! Aug 07 - Catherine would like to update this by saying that Billy has grown up considerably, at long last, & now generally manages to hack out without too much trouble. Can otherwise be found in the dressage arena (jumping is far too traumatic!) & occasionally the showring - Billy loves to be admired!
Vanessa White - CVRC Dressage Shows
Davinia Ewart - Dressage & Riding Test Teams
Sophie Leslie
Julie Dair
Elaine Norman