Hosted by the Louth and Oriel Branches, whose supporters displayed great teamwork in having the event run to time – the Under 12s’ cross-country phase finished before 6pm – the event attracted competitors from as far away as Donegal, Galway and Carlow.

An addition to the busy eventing programme was a combined training competition for under-10s which was very well received. There were 13 starters who rode the pre-novice test before tackling a course of 50cms fences. All went home with a completion rosette at least, the honours going to Monaghan’s Caoimhe Treanor and Starry.