THE eventing fraternity gathered at Johnstown House Hotel in Co Meath last weekend for the 17th staging of the annual David Foster Injured Riders Ball and the Gain Horse Feeds Media Awards.

Revellers from every part of the equestrian world enjoyed the Fernhill Sport Horse champagne reception before partying into the early hours. The enduring popularity of this annual fixture is a tribute to the organisers and an acknowledgment of the high regard in which the David Foster fund is held. The annual ball is the main fundraiser of the trust which, since its inception has assisted 22 individuals with just under €110,000.