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May 2017 ContentsEquestrian 06

Pets 15

Agriculture 19

Miscellaneous 22

Diary Dates 26

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Blaby, Leicestershire

Outstanding livery yard with approximately 30 acres•25 loose boxes•Outdoor school (newly resurfaced)•Thriving livery business• Indoor arena, canteen, tack room

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Pablo’s Horse Sanctuary Reg. Charity No. 1116394. www.pabloshorsesanctury.co.uk Based at Long Clawson, Leics. Are you able to help, either through donations, fundraising or to give your time at the stables? Currently have horses, ponies, goats, pigs, chickens and sheep. Re Horse welfare issues contact Carole Fielding on 07745 628684 or Andrea Leavis 07786 764453.

Approx 13hh, Gelding, 3 Yrs

Passported, up to date with farrier, dentist and vaccination. Unbacked.

Good to handle, load, on road. £300 ono.

Tel: Caroline 07732 392622

13.1hh, Mare, 14 Yrs Competed in SJ/ Dressage, ODE, Showing, WHP, PC/ RC. Brilliant all-rounder, loves jumping. Very brave both XC and SJ. Fabulous

hack in company/alone, perfect with all traffic and in open spaces. Good to shoe, load, clip etc. No vices but

can pull a grumpy face. Ideal PC pony. £2,000. Tel: 07956 029021 / [email protected]

Horse/Pony for sale or loan

EQUESTRIANHorse/Pony Wanted

WANTED: loan/share/any terms considered for honest, uncomplicated horse, who knows it’s job, capable of completing BE80 as part of a UK charity challenge. Your yard or mine. If you’ve hastily parked up your old bestie in favour of your newbie and don’t have the time, please consider me. Can ride HC if necessary. Light, mature lady rider currently training in professional hands. Tel: 07525 539009

Pony Wanted on Loan or LWVTB for all PC activities and lots of hacking out by my 10 year old daughter. Must be safe and sensible. Excellent and knowledgeable home offered. Tel: Rebecca 07971 300322

Wanted- Event Horse to Loan Experienced eventer sought for upcoming season. 15.2hh+, age unimportant. Capable of BE100/ Novice and suitable for competent amateur. Knowledgeable home with retired 4* rider on site for advice and tuition. Call Steph 07858 507327

Saddlery & Clothing2nd Hand Aigle Parcours Vario 2 Wellingtons Size 8. Hardly worn. £60 ovno – cost £120 new. Tel: 07527 303530

Ladies Waistcoat £30. Keepers Tweed, 38, £50 ono. Regent black boots, wooden trees, size 6, height 42, width 40, £150 ono. Ladies Hunting Crop £25. Tel: 07415 277750

New Saddles. Made to measure – Ponies to Shires, whatever shape or size. New and old saddles microchipped for security. Ring Chris Allen on 01858 466 195 or 07711 115 571

Equestrian services

Reliable Self-Employed Groom Available for all yard duties. Mucking out, riding etc. Many years’ experience. Refs available. Tel: Charlotte Hannant 07956 602949 Based in Market Harborough

Lester Ford DipWCF Farrier Rutland / Northants / Leicestershire. Tel: 07880 968489

Clipping, Trimming, Mane & Tail Pulling, Plaiting for Shows Top class turn out with attention to detail. Tel: Sarah Holton 07711 824190

Sammy Monks BHSAI Freelance riding, teaching, clipping service to high standard by international event groom. Competitive prices. Tel: 07814 025544

Freelance Groom Available for riding, yard cover, house sitting, HGV driver, show preparation, clipping etc. Please call Stuart Ward 07790 885789 anytime.

David Horton Dip WCF

Registered Farrier Trained in South Leicestershire, I am experienced in shoeing and trimming a wide range

of horses, ponies and donkeys. If you would like to contact me or make an appointment please telephone:

07841 343631 email: [email protected] website: www.davidhortonfarrier.weebly.com

Registered with FRC and a member of NAFB&AE

Calm and Collected

Kay Willoughby SEBC PTCEquine Behaviour Consultant

Working with you to restore the balance in a language your horse understands

Tel: 01858 575630 Mobile: 07734 927932Email: [email protected]: www.calmandcollected.co.uk

RUGGLES RUG WASHINGREPROOFING AND

REPAIRS

Collection/delivery service within 12 miles of Loddington LE7 9XE for 5+ rugs.

Contact 01572 717447 / 07920 855562 or e-mail [email protected]

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Bridles • Headcollars • Dog Equipment • Bags and Cases • Other Goods

Saddlery and Leather Goods Repaired and Restored

Saddle Security Marking and Micro-chipping

Jim Barrett BSc., Craftsman Bridlemaker, Kettering, Northamptonshire

Tel: (07966) 448296 or (01536) 510708; Email [email protected]

Full portfolio to view at: www.equestrianandcanine.co.uk

EQUESTRIAN AND CANINESaddlery and Leather Goods

Hand Made and Repaired

EQUINE DENTAL TECHNICIAN

Louisa Fear EqDT.

Tel: 07855 482 931

You have regular dental check-ups and so should your horse.

Defra and RCVS level 2 qualified.

Member of the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians.

Visit my website at www.midlandsequinedentist.com

NEW FROM TOGGI

NEW FROM MUSTO

n Duxbury Ladies Technical FleeceZipped pockets will keep your valuables safe. The reverse of the inner fleece fabric has a textured check design which wicks away moisture ensuring that you are kept warm and dry. Sizes 8 - 20. Anemone. £49.99

n Hinsdale Ladies Technical Sleeveless PoloSizes 8 - 20. Anemone. £32.50

n Savoy Ladies Sock Bottom

Summer BreechesSizes 24” - 36”. Black / Anemone.

£49.99 pair

n Holliston Ladies Sleeveless Polo ShirtStriking sleeveless polo in cotton pique fabric. The added stretch in this fabric makes this piece very versatile, featuring a contemporary slim line placket and embossed poppers.

Sizes 8 - 20. Anemone / Vanilla Stripe. £29.99

n Jefferson Ladies Technical Sleeveless Polo

Sizes 8 - 20. Black. £34.99



n Canter Lite BRi JacketAtlantic Blue. Sizes 8 - 18 - £165

n Musto Team Polo ShirtTrue Navy. Sizes 8 - 18. £49.98



IBBY MACPHERSON

E V E N T I N G

EVENTING I SCHOOLING LIVERY I HYDROTHERAPY

Be part of Ibby’s exciting journey with horses competing across all levels

this season.

Opportunities include sponsorship, syndicate membership and much more.

07718 626169www.ibby-macpherson.co.uk


H J Equine Transport

Based in Northamptonshire so is

ideally placed to provide transport for your horse throughout the UK. Offering a reliable, professional and

safe journey for your horse and pony. CCTV monitors mean we can see your horse throughout its’ journey

to ensure it is travelling comfortably in our rear travelling Equi-Trek Sonic.

Fully insured for any accidents or breakdown. Defra registered.

For a quote, please call Henry 07780 627540 / 07949 482966 or email: [email protected]

Collection available for 10+ RugsDrop off any time at: The Grange, Cranoe, Market Harborough LE16 7SW or if more convenient The Meadows Livery Yard, Kilby Road, Fleckney. Any queries please ring Susie Bowie 07880 715574

Pristine Paddocks

Your local professional paddock maintenance service.

Harrowing, topping, rolling, spraying, fertilizing,

hedge cutting, soil testing.

Also available: man and trailer for hire, gardening services.

Fully qualified (ND.Ag, NC.Ag, PA certs) and insured.

Contact Matt on 07840 561058 or

01604 409904

n Confidence EQ Gel - £46.94

IN STOCK NOW

n Horseware Wash BagPrevent damage to your washing machine by using the Horsewear wash bag. Suitable for washing numnahs, stable rugs, under-rugs, exercise sheets, coolers/fleeces, summer/fly rugs, girths, travel boots, bandages and pads.The wash bag acts as a filtration system for your washing machine. It works by retaining horse hair inside the bag during the wash cycle, whilst allowing a free flow of water through the bag to clean your items. Small (approx 41cm x 54cm)£8.89





The first 10 customers to equire about this can try one free

sampleConfidenceEQ provides an effective option to reduce or prevent equine stress. Our equine appeasing pheromone gel is easy to apply and can start working in as little as 30 minutes.

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We provide a respectful equine collection and cremation service, we handle your horse or pony with the upmost care and

compassion.

Equine Bereavement Service01536 763230

Mobile 07540 [email protected]

“ Our promise is to be respectful in the collection, transportation and licensed disposal of your Horse or Pony”

We provide a respectful equine collection and cremation service, we handle your horse or pony with the upmost care and compassion.

Equine Bereavement Service

01536 763230

Mobile 07540 766845

[email protected]

“Our promise is to be respectful in the collection, transportation and licensed disposal of your Horse or Pony”

07941 512 933

Now Available for jumping and flatwork lessons at your yard – specialised individual tuition to help you develop your horse’s potential

Jumping, Dressage, GP and Pony Saddles available, representing most major saddle brands

Made To Measure Service if requiredLarge selection of Used Saddles listed on website

On-site checking and flocking Service

www.wills-saddlefitter.co.uk

E: [email protected]

ANTONIA WILLS SMS QUALIFIED SADDLE FITTER

B E ACCREDITED TRAINER

“specialising in comfort for

horses and riders”

Ecospin Laundry Service

We Clean, Reproof and Repair Horse Rugs and other equestrian related equipment, with

a Collection & Delivery Service.

Standard Clean: 1 for £8.00 3 for £18.00

Clean / Reproof: 1 for £13.00 3 for £33.00

Tel: 01536 411906or email: [email protected]

www.ecospin.co.uk

Jane BoultonRug Repair and Cleaning Service

Jane Boulton Rug Repair & Cleaning Service. All types of horse rugs, boots, numnahs etc.

Repaired and cleaned.

Speedy professional service, special price for multi orders.

Zips for jackets and clothing and heavy duty mending.

Rugs can be dropped off at Welland Valley Feeds or home, I will contact you on

completion.

Tel 01858 525509 / 07866 889280


FINER STABLESManufacturers and suppliers of Bespoke Equestrian Buildings

Manufacturers and suppliers of Bespoke Equestrian Buildings

E: [email protected]: 01455 209893 M: 07709 315438

• Delivery and installation available throughout the UK • Handmade by trained Joiners using the

highest quality timbers• Field shelter’s, stable’s and barns to suit all budgets

www.finerstables.co.uk

G-M-WHORSEBOX TRANSPORT

FOR HIREWITH QUALIFIED DRIVER

FULLY INSUREDDEFRA AND LANTRA REGISTERED

For a free quote and more information please call Mike:

Tel: 01858 575726 Mobile: 07802 984402Email: [email protected]

Carries Two Horses

Horsebox Transport available forHalf Day • Full Day

Weekend Rates

Tel: 01327 300 395 www.farmandcountrydirect.co.uk

High density, heavy duty, 100 % recycled 7 year manufacturers warranty

Smooth fit, no bending or curling Non-slip, easy-sweep pebble top finish

12’ x 12’ stable floor from £230 delivered.

High Quality Rubber Stable Mats

Jane Williamson, Freelance Instructor. BHSAI plus Stage 4 Riding and SM Registered. Proven success coaching competition riders in dressage and eventing. DBS cleared and fully insured. Positive, sympathetic approach to help riders of all ages and abilities improve their skills and confidence. For more information please tel 07778 347606 or email [email protected]

SJ Training in Holcot Train with experienced SJ, competing up to Grand Prix level. One to one professional help from beginners to advanced. Home visits available. Competitive rates. Horses also taken for schooling/competition/sales. Contact: Michaela 07896 748225 www.michaela-webb.com

Equine Sports Massage Therapist. Charlotte Medcroft (ESMT DIP). Sport massage is manipulation of soft tissue (muscles) which can help to prevent injury, promote health and wellbeing, improves performance, improve circulation, moving nutrients around the body, relieves muscle soreness. Give it a go! Treat your horse and see the difference for yourself. Contact me on 07780 703763 e-mail [email protected] www.charlotte-medcroft.co.uk

Liveries and grazing DIY Livery Manor Farm Stables, Rushton Village Geldings only. Friendly and quiet, electric and water included. No school. No dogs. Right on bridleway for safe hacking. 12 month turnout weather permitting. Shavings only. Tel: Jenny 01536 710305

2 Horse paddocks available at Kibworth. (Fleckney Rd.) Mains water, direct access to bridle paths and fields. Please contact David 07967 390493

3 Acres of Good Quality Grazing for Summer Let Great Glen area. Available immediately until end of October. Use of Manege included. Please call Bridget 07909 971637

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Rosie Skinner BHSAI INTSM ADV Eventerwww.the-meadows-equestrian .co.uk

• Large Indoor school with training mirrors• Large outdoor school with full set of show jumps• Undercover walker• Wash box• Use of grass gallops• Well maintained turnout• 24 hour supervision • Professional qualified staff

• Regular clinics and tuition available

• 5* Professional & Friendly Yard

• Full & DIY livery• Schooling & breaking livery• Holiday livery • All horses and clients individual needs catered for

Spaces Currently Available

Contact Rosie: 07973 629 330Email: [email protected]

Livery Available at Professional Lutterworth Yard with top facilities

DIY £52p/w including haylage (assistance available) Facilities include top of the range Andrews Bowen 65 x 35 outdoor arena, horse-walker, large internal matted stables

with drinkers, wash box with heat lamps, excellent turn out 24hr supervision.

Tel: 07786 853930 Husbands Bosworth

VINCENT BROWN – KEECH Livery at Brigstock

A variety of livery options are available;• Competition• Breaking and schooling• Sales• Holiday cover• Pre training• Hunter Livery• Freelance riding & schooling at your venue

The yard is in the heart of the Woodland Pytchley within easy reach of the Fernie, Cottesmore and Quorn.

Transport to local hunts can be provided.

References can be provided by Antony and Jane Steward who can be contacted on 01536 373269

Please phone Vincent Brown – Keech to discuss your requirements on 07957 270286


Grazing & Storage Available Up to 18 acres available, 3 stables, storage for tack/hay. Please contact Shawn or Trudie Baker 01536 760563 / 07711 089853 (Trudie)

For Rent at Creaton 4.5 Acres of grazing with large barn and ample storage. Menage available in the village. Tel: Fiona Macrae 07710 605952

DIY Livery Vacancies at Grange Farm, Cranoe including a crew yard which could be used for laminitic or convalescing horses/ponies. Quiet yard and plenty of off road riding. Please tel 07880 715574

Mere Lane Riding School have 2 livery stables available, indoor and outdoor school, livery services available. DIY £25 per week. Tel: 0116 2710122

DIY Livery Available at Thorpe View Stables, Lubenham Small, friendly yard with manege, individual turnout and off-road riding. Contact: Caroline 07875 987046

Arthingworth Lodge DIY livery spaces available in barn stables. Quiet, friendly farm location. 20m x 60m arena, good hacking close to bridleways. All year flexible turnout. Small groups, individual. Assisted part livery/holiday cover available. Tel: James 07939 514787

DIY Livery Church Brampton, Northampton. Small friendly yard, manege, individual turnout. Fabulous Hacking. Tel: 07979 351446

DIY Livery Sudborough. Internal stables, wash down area, laundry facilities, large 40 x 60 arena, 20m lunge pen, individual turnout, quiet hacking, fully alarmed. £30 per week. Tel: 07799 806491

Beaufield Lodge Stables, Kibworth, Full, part, DIY liveries available, speciality Hunter Liveries done to the highest standard. Ideally located in the middle of the Fernie Country. Floodlit all weather manege. Quality stabling, excellent turnout and grassland management. Quiet hacking and easy access to bridleway network. Qualified and professional help available. Competitive rates. Tel: Hannah Vickers 0116 279 1061 / 07860 689 928

Wheatfield Lodge Farm Harrington NN6 9NP. DIY livery, all year turnout, individual paddocks. Loddon stables, tack rooms. Excellent hacking, new large floodlit manege now open, CTV, house on site. Contact Lin 07742 478911

5* LIVERY WELFORD Space available for Full or Assisted Livery in small private yard. Beautiful purpose built Stables, Individual all year turnout, Manege, Horse Walker, Solarium/wash down area and fantastic hacking on the doorstep. Genuine youngsters also taken for backing – ponies a speciality with a light weight jockey on site. Whether you do the work or we help you, everything is here to ensure your horse is kept fit and happy. Your Horse - Our Priority. Tel 07734 927932 or 01858 575630

Holcot - Space Available - 5* Competition/Livery Yard. Part / full / competition / schooling / sales livery. Top class care and attention to detail. Very competitive prices. References available. Showjump training also available. www.michaela-webb.com Tel: 07896 748225

Stables to Rent in Stoke Albany All horses catered for from DIY to full or just holiday cover. All year turnout in individual paddocks, all weather, floodlit manege. Under cover horse walker with rubber floor. Miles of off road hacking linking to many bridleways. For further info please call Alison on 07970 881737

Stretton Hall Farm, Oadby, Leics LE2 4RN 2 adjacent stables available for DIY livery on small, friendly yard on the outskirts of Great Glen. Excellent grazing. Free use of manege. Links to many bridleways. Tel: James 07885 703755 / 0116 2592757

Equestrian MiscellaneousKetton Park Cross Country Course (Morcott A47 4 Miles) Three heights 2`6”, 2`9”, 3`3” approx. Adults £15, Child £12. Contact Mrs. J Mills 01780 460226 / 07967 491533 www.kettonparkcrosscountrycourse.co.uk

Spinney View Farm Livery

Part/ Full and Hunt livery available.

Internal stables. Washbox with hot water shower/heat lamps.

Large all weather floodlit manege. Heated tack room with kitchen/

washing machine. All year turnout. Horsewalker.

Grass gallop with cross country jumps.

Contact Lisa 01858 555356 / 07986 515519

Double Mobile Stable on Steel Skids With Tow Points

24’ x 12’ 7.32m x 3.65m. Used Good Price Needs a Few Repairs. Well Made

with Roof Lights Central Petition

Top and Bottom Stable Doors Front Guttering and Front Windows Which Require New Mesh Dismantled Ready for Collection. No Planning Required.

£1,195 on. Buyer collects. Contact: 07724 873120 /

[email protected]

Livery Availability at Chestnut Farm Stables

Hallaton Rd, East Norton, Leicestershire LE7 9XF We offer a wide range of livery packages to suit everyone, from DIY with/

without assistance, to full livery. The staff are very experienced and are happy to help and guide those who are new to horse owning.

Instruction is always available. Clinics are held regularly by visiting instructors in all disciplines. We have a large floodlit arena and a smaller lunge area.

When the fields are dry, liveries are able to ride the perimeter which has a few jumps also available to them. Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings are relatively busy for the riding school but use of the surfaces are well managed and always made available to our liveries. The loose boxes are large and we

are able to separate the barns and grazing if required .The walker is useful for the winter months but grazing is available year round.

Please see website for information www.chestnutfarmstables.com Tel: 07904 287742 or 01858 555795

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WHAT IS LAMINITIS?Horses and ponies can suffer from laminitis at any point during the year, but the most common form of laminitis is nutritionally induced and usually triggered by the onset of fresh grass during the Spring and Summer months.

A horse or pony suffering from laminitis may show signs of lameness or demonstrate an unwillingness to move forward. There may be an excessive amount of heat in their hooves and an increased pulse felt at the back of the pastern in the digital arteries. A classic sign of laminitis is the animal bearing more weight in the heels of the front hooves than deemed normal and shifting their weight frequently to relieve pain or, if all four hooves are affected, they might lie down for excessive periods of time.

All of the above symptoms are caused by a failure of the laminae which attach the pedal bone of the foot to the inner hoof wall. Any damage to the sensitive laminae in the hoof will leave the pedal bone with very little support which means it can drop or rotate within the hoof wall. In serious cases, the pedal bone can penetrate the sole of the hoof.

Diet can also be managed by restricted grazing using electric fencing or a grazing muzzle. Soaked hay can also be fed as an alternative to grass. Welland Valley Feeds stock a range of Rutland Electric Fencing products.

Welland Valley Feeds have a wide range of products to help you manage the condition and keep your equine friend comfortable.

SUPPLEMENTS

Naf Five Star Laminaze

A unique blend of naturally sourced antioxidants which flush out the build-up of excess toxins from around the laminae. It also supports healthy hoof growth and strong sulphur bonds within the laminae. Laminaze should be fed prior to the onset of spring grass and can be fed year round. 750g - £31.99 1.5kg - £58

Global Herbs Laminitis Prone LiquidA traditional and nutritional liver tonic which aids digestion and supports the liver in detoxifying the body. 1 ltr - £34.99

Equine America Lamigard TRT PelletsThis palatable and easy to feed supplement combines top quality nutrients. 454g - £34.99

Wendals Herbs LaminixHerbal supplement which helps maintain healthy feet in Spring and Summer. 1kg - £19.95

LaminshieldA mineralised lick formulated with elevated levels of palatable magnesium. 5kg - £27.95 2kg - £12.49

FEED AND CHAFFTop Spec Antilam A palatable, pelleted supplement designed to provide nutritional support for horses and ponies prone to laminitis, those that have had previously suffered with laminitis and overweight horses that have never had an attack but are more at risk. Nutritionally dense and low in sugar and starch, it can be fed on its own or with Topchop Lite to provide a bulkier feed. Normal price £26.95 Special offer price £21.95

TopSpec Lite Feed Balancer Designed for horses and ponies that are good-doers. Ideal for horses that are overweight when fed as part of a calorie controlled diet.Normal price £20.25. Special offer price £15.25

Dodson and Horrell Safe and SoundLow in calories, starch and sugar but high in fibre. Also contains biotin to aid with hoof growth and antioxidants to aid liver function. 18kg - £11.50

Spillers Happy HoofA palatable blend of straw, alfalfa, grass, garlic and rapeseed oil with added biotin to support healthy hoof growth. Low in calories, sugar and starch. Produces a low glycaemic response and with the addition of magnesium, helps to maintain a healthy metabolism. 20kg - £11.95

Dengie Healthy Hooves and Molasses Free Healthy HoovesComplete fibre feeds ideal for horses and ponies prone to laminitis, cracked and crumbling hooves or requiring a low sugar/starch diet. Slow release energy as well as being low

in calories and contains biotin. 20kg - £12.49

All available in store at



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Dogs/Puppies/Stud Dogs

AT STUD LABRADORS AND GOLDEN RETRIEVERS - Fully health tested

working gundogs

GUNDOG TRAINING - Beginners to advanced classes and 1-1 in a variety of outdoor locations. Also residential

training available.

PET OBEDIENCE - training (any breed)

Contact - Gaynor 0798 461 6638 Member of the British Institute of

Professional Dog Trainers

www.mistigrigundogs.co.uk

PETS

PUPPY DOG CLUBProfessional Puppy

& Dog TrainingMarket Harborough

Kettering Desborough & surrounding areas

Puppy Home Visits prior to VaccinationsPuppy Socialisation classes

Junior to Adult Obedience classesRingcraft

121 Training for Individual needsMobile Ultrasound pregnancy scanning

Contact Terri on 01536 760023www.puppydogclub.co.uk

Cockerpoo PuppiesBeautiful well-bred from top quality

parents.

Mum is a show Cocker, Dad is a Toy Poodle. Both parents health tested.

Raised in my home, all are bold, confident babies are ready for new

homes. Vet checked microchipped and vaccinated. £995 each.

Tel: 0116 240 4739

Springer Spaniel Puppies

Dogs and bitches, all liver & white, born 6th March. Reared in my home. Tails docked and dew claws removed. Will be microchipped and ready to go from 1st May onwards. Sire and Dam both are working dogs with beautiful temperaments. Perfect home essential.

Bitches £500, dogs £450. Tel: 07769 621435

PYTCHLEY POINTERS

We have a beautiful litter of well bred, home reared, pointer puppies.

They have a SC Pedigree, 2 pups from her last litter were placed at Crufts 2017. They are KC reg. and

will be microchipped, wormed and vet checked. Approved homes only.

Tel.01536 722670 / 07946 463221

Maltipoo PuppiesGorgeous tiny Maltipoo puppies bred

from quality parents .

I have pure white and black & white, boys only. Raised in my home, all are

confident and bold.

Vet checked, microchipped. £900 each. Tel: 0116 240 4739

Black & White Collie Pups from Working Parents 2 bitches, 3 dogs. Wormed to date. Sensible price. Ready now. Tel: 07709 028878

Pet ServicesPet Memories Pet fur jewellery. Either contact me on facebook page (pet memories) or feel free to email: [email protected]

Luxury FABlisted catteryAll Enquiries

Welcome

Tel: 01858 545422www.stontoncattery.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

ILLSTON MEWSCATTERY

Spacious, light, fully insulated and individually heated chalets

providing ‘home from home’ comfortsfor your feline friend.

H Built to FAB specificationsH Fully licenced and insured

A luxury, small, family-run, indoor cattery

www.illstonmewscattery.co.ukClippits Farm, Illston on the Hill, LE7 9EG

0116 259 6479


Leicester Animal Rescue

Leicester Animal Rescue have many dogs and cats seeking kind, permanent homes. All are microchipped and up to date with flea and

worm treatment, and adults are neutered. Please note we only re-home within the Leicestershire area.

Please telephone to book a viewing appointment 0116 259 9399.

Gary, 3 Yrs Is a lovely boy, walks well on a lead and is used to teenagers from the age of 14. He’s good with other dogs but not cats.

Jessie, 5 Yrs was sadly in a road traffic accident, handed in at the vets and, as a result, her tail was amputated. She is microchipped but is unwanted so is up for rehoming. A friendly girl but does not like other cats

Swaggers Dog Grooming

Andy & Val Ledger84 Kettering RoadMarket Harborough

Leics. LE16 8AW

Tel: 01858 434348Established 1995

Classy Kuts Professional dog grooming services including:

clipping, trimming, bathing, eyes, ears, nails, hand stripping, collection and delivery available.

Tel: Jill 07948 600152 / 01536 359978

Your dogs may stay in our home whilst you are away. I can visit once or twice daily, feed cats, rabbits, guineas, any small animal and change litter trays etc. I have lots of experience and love animals. Fully insured and police checked.

References available. Contact Kathy on 01858 461446 or 0771 262 1345.


Paws 4 Walking are family run and owned business and are the Premier Pet Services Company covering Market Harborough

and surrounding areas

Dog Walking

Puppy Visits including basic training

Home Pet Visits

Doggie Day Care and Boarding

Pet Boutique

Small Pet Boarding

Rabbit and Guinea Pig Boarding at “The Paws Inn”

House Sitting

Pet Taxi transported in secure TransK9 Dog Cages

All staff are CRB checked

Licenced and approved by Harborough District Council

All staff hold Animal Aiders First Aid Certificates

Paws 4 Walking We Care When You Can’t Be ThereLicenced and Approved by Harborough District CouncilWinners of Pride in Harborough Awards 2014 and 2015

For further information, please call Myles or Polly on 01858 682007 Mobile: 07885 155900


www.paws4walking.co.ukFully insured for Public Liability, Care Custody and Control and Employers

liability with Cliverton. References Available

Fully insuredAppointments notalways necessaryAll breeds All sizes

DogGrooming

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01858 [email protected] Northampton Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9HD

FREE OFF ROAD PARKING

Dog Boarding Kennels. Harborough Kennels: family run business on farm. Open February - October. Dogs walked twice per day. Tel: 01858 432553.

House Sitter with Excellent References Don’t disturb your animal’s routine. A lifetime with horses, dogs, cats etc. I will also keep an eye and feed an elderly relative. Tel: Anne 07912 941958

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• Fully Equipped Veterinary Practice• Pet Passport, BVA Hip & Elbow Scoring• Pregnancy Diagnosis• On site X-ray, Ultrasound & Laboratory• Flexible Appointment Times & Ample Parking• 24hr Emergency Service

t: 01858 545821 [email protected] www.rutlandvets.co.uk

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VILENDAL GUNDOGS

Please visit: www.vilendaldoglife.co.ukContact: Henrik Vilendal Tel: 01536 77 22 55 ;

Mobile: 07952 907 867email: [email protected]

Labrador Pups now for Sale

LABRADORS AT STUD IN

NORTHANTS- All dogs Hips, Elbows,

Eyes, PRA and CNM tested

Puppies and Part Trained

Dogs sometimes available

All Breeds taken in for training,

1 x 1 Tuition and Training Classes

A walked dog is a happy dog

Gail, Mark & the Team invite you to visitBrankley Farm, Naseby Road, Haselbech, Northampton, NN6 9LH

Telephone 01604 743 900 Email [email protected] licensed facilities – all kennels/pens individually heated

• Dogs exercised regularly on or off the lead daily in a secure 1.5 acre paddock.• Feeding and exercise routines to meet your requirements.• Day care facilities available.• Full grooming services available in the new Grooming Parlour for residents

and non resident dogs• Collection & drop off service.

Call for a viewing and come see what we have to offer your pet

Brankley FarmKENNELS & CATTERY

The Grooming Parlour

www.brankleyfarm.co.uk


n SuperSkratch Capsules for DogsSuperSkratch are gentle, soothing capsules providing your dog with an effective way of maintaining normal skin condition and

general comfort levels.

This formula also helps condition and comfort, as well as gently helping digestion, which may be the root cause of the problem.

Large dogs £15.95 Small Dogs £13.95



Brand New Wooden Whelping Box

Pale green, easy to assemble 48 x 48. £100.

Please call 0770 2811398

Perches Bird and Pet Hotel Caters for parrots, birds and small animals in a safe and secure, clean and caring environment at good value. www.percheshotel.co.uk. Tel: 07720 235100

House / Pet Sitter Available. Mature, privately educated lady with 22 years’ experience of all aspects of house sitting, sorry no horses. Lovely references. Please call: 01572 747813 / 07751 364777

Hounds at Home Going away? Let your dog’s stay in the comfort of our own home! Fully insured. References available. Relaxed & friendly environment. Call Martyn or Sue 0116 2603172

The Purrfect Cattery heated, insured, bespoke design. Based in Creaton at Woofstock Kennels for bookings and info. Tel: Kay 07921 030813 or www.thepurrfectcattery.co.uk

Gundog Training for H.P.R. Breeds HPR specialist trainer now available for 1:1 and small group bookings. Training at Walcote or Husbands Bosworth. Tel: Stevie Allerton 07968 018551

Dog Obedience Classes Based on a process of simple commands and tested techniques to help handler and dog to build a relationship in an enjoyable, structured and friendly atmosphere. Tel: Carl 07798 563693

Bertie Dog Training by internationally renowned trainer and author. Venues at Oadby and Great Glen. Small friendly structured classes which your dogs will enjoy. Tel: 0116 2920315 / Mob: 07530 439561 www.bertiedogs.com

Pet Miscellaneous

n Beta Large Bags 14kg

Blaston Show – a perfect family day outBlaston Show celebrates its 60th Anniversary this year. Taking place on Sunday 25th June in Slawston, between Market Harborough and Uppingham, it is set to be the perfect family day out, with plenty for all to enjoy.

Native breeds of cattle, such as Hereford, South Devon and Lincoln Red will be on show, together with a selection of prime stock cattle. There is also a Sheep & Lamb Show with a vast array of classes including a Fleece Competition.

Over 100 dogs take part in the Dog Show each year. Catering for Kennel Club registered and Heinz 57 breeds, both working dogs and family pets can put their best paw forward. Meanwhile, for equestrians Blaston Show offers everything from show jumping, showing and in-hand classes to the ever popular ‘Family Horse or Pony’.

For the more mechanically minded, a Classic and Vintage Car Run concludes in a grand parade in the main arena. There is always something unusual to see such as Edwardian fire engines and 1940s lorries.

The showground will be packed with over 50 trade stands and delicious food outlets, plus a bouncy castle and climbing wall to keep the children happy.

Entrance to the Show costs £15 per car and gates open at 8am. A significant proportion of money raised on the day will be given to local charities, with Leicestershire & Rutland based charity Hope Against Cancer this year’s principal beneficiary. More information can be found at www.blastonshow.co.uk.

New Low Price£25

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AGRICULTURAL

7 Crossbreed Saddleback Gilts, 5 Month Old Curly tails and silky coats, excellent temperament, make good mummas!! Price negotiable upon enquiry. Tel: 07784 808168

FREE for Collection Wood chip for cattle bedding, wet gateways etc. Local delivery can be arranged at cost. Tel: 07719 010852

Jukes Pest Services Matt Jukes, 28 Harborough Road, Maidwell, Northants NN6 9JA. Rat and mouse prevention. Wasps and all insects. Bird control and proofing. Deer management. Rabbit removal and fencing. Call for a free quotation: 07747 717798

Post Fencing – Do You Need Knocking? Tel: 01604 890435

J W Wilkins Specialising in small muck heap removal, hedge trimming, muck trailer hire, muck spreading, flail mowing, heavy flat rolling, chain harrowing, fencing, digger work. Tel: Jack 07889 194331 / 01858 535296.

AE & BA Randoll & Son Digger hire, 360 tracked, JCB. Muck spreading, bale wrapping, grass harrowing, rolling, topping, forestry work, hedge trimming and heavy flail work etc. Tel: 07710 113359 / 01858 545202

Alhill Plant Hire Ltd All types of digger work, supply hardcore. Tel: 07860 611834

MY Fencing Services All types of fencing undertaken, equestrian, stock and domestic. Free no obligation quotes. Phone Mark 07715 359731

Poultry/PheasantsDrake Required 2 lonely, widowed ducks looking for a new husband. Aylesbury or similar. Please tel: 01780 720912

For Sale A range of many different POL hybrids, Speckled Maran Bantams, Silver Pencilled Wyandott, Cayuga ducks and Pekin ducks. Order for Copper Black Marans (dark brown egg layers) being taken. Tel: Tel: Westaway Poultry 01572 737310

Vehicles & Trailers

Horse Trailer for Rent from 1 day – 1 week. Ifor Williams 510, will take 2 large horses. Tel: 07850 942094

Ifor Williams Trailer HB511 Black Very good condition hardly used. All paperwork etc. Data tagged. £4,250. Tel: 07713 082878

PW RURAL SERVICES

SMALL SCALE CONTRACTOR • Agricultural, horticultural, equestrian. • Paddock and estate maintenance.

• Riding School / Livery yard repairs and maintenance. • Fence and gate repairs• Ploughing, cultivating, chain harrowing. • Rolling, grass cutting and topping.

• Post hole boring. • Saw bench and log splitting.

Contact: Peter Wattam 07860 524642 / [email protected]

HERITAGE HERITAGE FENCINGFENCING

FOR ALL YOUR FENCING AND BOUNDARY NEEDS

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Phone - 01162720194 David - 07989173038 Jason - 07990588069

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Call now for free quotations and advice

Telephone David on: 01858 565173

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Full public liability insurance Certified and recognised by:-

n Now stocking Egg Tech 12 - £129.95n Simple and straightforward to use

n Designed to hatch the eggs of hens, pheasants, guinea fowl, quail, partridges, turkeys, ducks, geese, exotic birds and birds of prey.

n Digital Display - enabling the temperature to be set from 30C to 40C with 0.1C ingrements

n Inspection window - to follow the stages of incubation

n Humidity Openings - to fill the water basins from the outside

n Plastic Floor on which to lay the eggs 3 days before hatching

n Swinging Egg Tray which allows eggs to be tilted continuously.

n Egg pockets to house eggs of different sizes.



Tilton ATV LtdATV & Quad sales, repairs, servicing

and parts.

Collect and return service. Honda, Yamaha, Polaris, Kawasaki, Suzuki,, Kawasaki Mule, John Deere Gator, JCB Workmax, Kubota RTV. Horse

Box and trailer repairs and servicing, brake adjustment, lights, tyres,

steam cleaning, welding.

Tel 0116 2597374 or 07973 845487


HORSE TRAILER SERVICING, With over 40 years’ experience of servicing and repairs to all makes and models. We offer a collection and return service, a steam clean internal and external plus a full check of the lights, brakes and general condition with a written report on completion. References can be supplied on request. Contact Alan Sercombe 07804 250986 / email [email protected] We also buy and sell Horse Trailers

Hay/StrawJ A Knight & Son (Farmers) Ltd Hay, Haylage & Straw Suppliers. High quality and additive free hay & haylage; good quality barn stored straw. FREE delivery with orders above 25 bales or you can collect from our yard. Small conventional and round bales available. Tel: 07764788657 / 01604 781630. Also check out our website for further details at www.jaknightfarms.co.uk

Hay Soft sweet-smelling meadow hay, organically grown £3 collected. Also wheat straw £2. Tel: 01858 880281 or 07714025566 Husbands Bosworth

Good Quality New Hay in big round bales equal to ten small - £30 each or 4 for £110. FREE local delivery for 2 or more within 10 miles NN5 Northampton. Tel: 07719 010852

GardeningColin’s Garden Maintenance 25 Cheyne Walk, Kettering NN15 6PU. Reliable worker with CRB clearance. Fully insured, available on a one off visit or on a regular service. Please call: 07967 164437

AC Training Services

Provision and guidance on all aspects of B+E, C1 and C1+E Theory and Driver Training

Provision

T: 0116 275 2163

E: [email protected] The Whittle Estate, Cambridge Road,

Whetstone Le8 6LH

Top Quality Hay & Straw Delivered to Your Stable Door

All products are barn stored, additive, dust and weed free.

Large square bales hay (equivalent to 7 small bales) - £20 each or 3 large square bales for £50 delivered.

Round bales hay – £20 each delivered.

Large square bales of straw (equivalent to 7 small bales) - £10 delivered.

Free delivery within a 10 mile radius of NN6 9SW, minimum delivery £50. Quotes given for longer distances and smaller orders.

Tel: Lisa 07923 471513 / 01604 781267 Poplar Farm, Holcot, Northampton.

Summer sale – small bale hay £3 per bale or 17 small bales of hay £50 delivered

MARSTON HAY

Probably the best Hay money can buy.

Sweet smelling, good quality horse hay made locally from Welland Valley grass fields.

We have small Hay bales, round Hay bales, round haylage and

round straw, and square haylage.

Call Simon on 07850 942094 collection or delivery available.

Grange Farm Hay, Straw & Haylage Supplies

All types and size balesDelivered all year round.

Tel: Jim Mount 01858 545109 07879 695096

Thorpe Langton, Market Harborough



n Roundup Optima +lLt - £31.65 + VAT

n Roundup FA 3000 Ultra1Lt - £41.66 + VAT

n SBK500ml - £11.66 + VAT

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Most outbreaks of lameness in sheep are caused by either interdigital dermatitis (scald) or footrot which are caused by the bacterium Dichelobacter nodosus.

SCALDScald can cause severe temporary lameness which interferes with grazing. Prompt treatment ensures that there is no impact on growth rate but delayed treatment can cause failure to gain weight or even weight loss.

Individual cases of scald can be treated topically using oxytetracycline aerosol sprays. When several animals are affected, treating all sheep in the group in a 10% zinc sulphate solution or 3% formalin in a footbath usually provides effective control. After footbathing, sheep must stand in a dry area so that the feet can dry. It is usually necessary to repeat the foot bathing at weekly or two weekly intervals throughout the risk period.

FOOTROTFootrot is an extremely painful disease and affected animals can lose weight rapidly. Sheep with footrot are very lame, remain recumbent for long periods and may not bear weight on the affected leg. When both forelimbs are affected, sheep walk on their knees. There is swelling and moistening of the interdigital skin and a characteristic foul-smelling discharge.

Foot-bathing is not an appropriate treatment for sheep with footrot although, if used correctly, it may limit the spread of the disease during its early stages.

The best current treatment for footrot is an injection of long acting oxytetracycline together with removal of any debris from the interdigital space and use of an antibacterial spray. Most sheep recover from lameness within a few days. Affected sheep must be isolated with other sheep undergoing similar treatment. Paring the hoof horn in cases of footrot exposing the corium delays healing and is not recommended.

BLOWFLYBlowfly is the main external parasite affecting sheep anytime between April and October but is more likely to occur in warmer, humid weather. Flies are attracted to sheep by the odours of excessive “sweating” and urine and/or faeces contamination. Fly strike can occur anywhere over the loins, shoulders, flanks, neck, back, throat, bottom or abdomen. If left untreated, fly strike can be fatal.

Indications of a fly strike include foot stamping, vigorous shaking, gnawing or rubbing of the tail and bottom. There is a distinctive smell and the wool becomes matted and discoloured.

PREVENTIONRoutine crutching and dagging will reduce the risk of strike if started in April and repeated every four to six weeks.Complete shearing can temporarily reduce the risk of strike, but this risk rapidly increases as the fleece grows. Ewes can become flyblown even after shearing.Prevention is the best form of control. Strike can be prevented using pour-ons containing the insect growth regulators CLiK® and CLiKZiN®. However these products will not treat existing strike (maggots). Crovect Pour On will prevent strike and also kill maggots.Clik Pour On -Available in 0.8L, 2.2L and 5LClikzin Pour On -Available in 2.2L and 5LCrovect Pour On -Available in 0.8L, 2.2L and 5L

ORFOrf is a painful skin disease of sheep and goats and is common throughout the UK. It can strike at any time of the year and affect sheep of any age, but is most commonly seen just after lambing. Animals with orf develop scabby lesions around the mouth and nostrils, although the infection may also affect other parts of the body, for example the inside of the mouth, the lower legs and, in particular, the teats of nursing ewes.

Battles Ovaloid Capsules and Adminstration Gun. A natural way of assisting good health in sheep recovering from orf.


Ban on hedge cutting has begun for 2017 under Cross Compliance

Cutting and trimming hedges and trees entered its closed period on the 1st March, placing a ban on hedge cutting until the 31st August. This is a Cross Compliance requirement under GAEC 7a: Boundaries and GAEC 7c: Trees.

The closed period has always applied under Cross Compliance, but this timeframe was extended by one month in 2015. The ban is in place to protect hedgerows during the bird-breeding season. The extension was brought into play to cover the main chick-rearing season, and is applicable to trees as well and hedges.

Basic Payment Scheme claimants must adhere to the requirements of the ban on all eligible land being used for agriculture, which may include woodland, or face a reduction in the BPS payment amount.

Rules on hedges apply to any hedge growing, in or adjacent to, any land forming part of the agricultural area of your holding which has either; a continuous length of at least 20 meters, is part of any such length, or is a continuous length of less than 20 metres where the hedge meets at an intersection or junction which has another hedge at each end. Additionally, gaps of 20 meters or less and any gap resulting from a breach of the Hedgerows Regulations 1997 will be treated as a part of the hedge.

Landowners or managers who require an exemption may apply to the Rural Payments Agency (RPA) for derogation under two circumstances.

Firstly, if the hedge cutting is to enhance the environment, improve public or agricultural access, or for reasons relating to livestock or crop production. The second area for which exception may be considered is to cut or trim a tree in a hedgerow during the month of August explicitly for the purpose of sowing Oil Seed Rape or temporary grassland.

The first of these circumstances also relates to the hedge overhanging a highway, road or footpath over which there is a public or private right of way. Permission to trim will be granted if the overhanging hedge causes an obstruction to vehicles, pedestrians or horse riders. Permission to cut will also be granted if the hedge is dead, damaged or insecurely rooted, if a new hedge requires trimming within the first 6 months of it being laid or if new hedging is required to be laid during this period.

Derogation to cut a tree within a hedgerow would need to be considered under GAEC 7c: Trees with respect to an issue involving the tree itself, or GAEC 7a: Boundaries if the request to cut involves a hedgerow within which the tree is part of.

If a tree within a hedgerow has been issued with a licence to be felled, permissions will also be required under the Hedgerows Regulations 1997 if it is proposed to remove part of the hedgerow as a part of the felling process.

Early application for any derogation permissions is heavily advised. If you require any support with applications for licenses to cut or fell during the banned season, or require advice on any areas of land management or the BPS, please contact [email protected].

Harry Epsom BSc (Hons)

We provide and erect high quality Steel Portal Frame Buildings.Ideal for Agricultural, horticultural and equestrian use.

We also provide a full groundwork, drainage and demolition service.

We can provide Stables and Menage construction to include fencing when required.

We are happy to provide a quote for your bespoke project, it can be of steel or timber construction

For the ‘Grand Designs ‘ own home build projects out there, we are experienced in providing groundworks, foundations, drainage

solutions, and hard landscaping.

Telephone Chris 07802314768 or email on [email protected] for a Free consultation and quote.

Patch Lodge FarmGreat Addington, Kettering, East Northants.

We specialise in carrying out work in listed and period properties. From design through to completion, we will carefully handle all aspects of your project.Please visit our website to find out more.

NEW BUILDS

BESPOKE JOINERY

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HANDBUILT KITCHENS

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Situations vacant/wantedSummer Help Required at Brankley Farm Kennels. General cleaning, walking and feeding of our very precious clientele. Part time hours but could be 5 days full time in holiday season, including weekends and bank holidays. Tel: 01604 743900

Cleaner Wanted for 2 hours, Monday and Friday. Must like dogs. Tel: 07854 764696 Great Bowden

Employment Wanted 20yr old university student, looking for job opportunities this summer. I’m hardworking, honest, reliable and flexible with own transport. Happy to work with animals (particularly horses and dogs) and children. References available. Tel: 07875 491911

Part-time Experienced Gardener Required for large garden near Laughton. Must have own transport. Please apply: Cowen 07732 730844

PA/Groom Required for small, private show jumping yard. Must have good computer skills, be experienced with horses and able to work off own initiative. Tel: 07703 201277

Experienced Tractor Driver Required for Harvest Work Mid July – October. Near Market Harborough. Tel: 01858 432553

Part-Time Yard Work 2 – 3 hours in mornings. Stable yard in Middleton. General yard duties. Tel: 07702 040431

2 Grooms Required Male or female. Hunting hours. Live-in, house share in Brixworth with terrier man. Must be competent rider. Hours negotiable. Tel: 07548 947398

Lost/found/stolenFound – Reeves Pheasant in Shangton area. Tel: Barbara 07702 804240

Dog Lost is a free service run by volunteers. www.doglost.co.uk Reuniting dogs with their owners. Tel: 0844 800 3220

Miscellaneous

Bookkeeping/Accounting. Don’t spend your precious time on paperwork when you can be working on the more important business of earning money out on the farm. I work quickly and efficiently. Call Julia 07803 641573

Well-Seasoned Logs Split or whole. BIG BULK BAGS £50 each. FREE LOCAL DELIVERY NN5 Northampton Tel: 07779 667708 or 07719 010852.

Bookkeeping, VAT Returns & Self Assessment Market Harborough based with over 15 years’ experience in all trades, especially farming/agriculture. AAT qualified. Competitive rates. Contact: 07585 129588 / [email protected]

J W Wilkins Top quality seasoned firewood. Competitive prices available in bags or loose. Tel: 01858 535296 / 07889 194331

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Main Contractor Service | Architectural Services | New Builds | Extensions | Orangeries Conservatories | Garages | Garden Rooms | Barns Stables | Home offices

Individually Designed & Built Structures

The Van Oppen Polo Club have a fully equipped 120 seated marquee available for exclusive hire for the day at a 1/4 of the price on Sunday 16th July as part

of the festival with great polo on too. Ideal for a private party. Caterers available. Web: www.vopolofestival.com . Contact: 07868 647020

[email protected]


WATERPROOFING, CLEANING AND CONDITIONING PRODUCTS AVAILABLE IN STORE

n Tech Wash®

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1 ltr - £10.99 5 ltr refill - £35.99

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n Waterproofing Wax for LeatherHigh performance waterproofing that can be applied to wet or dry leather giving immediate protection.£3.98



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Hardwood Firewood £55 per tonne bag.

Free delivery ten mile radius of Market Harborough.

[email protected]

Tel: 01858 443519 / 07856 306994

ARCHITECTURAL SERVICESPlans Drawn and Submitted for New Dwellings,

Extensions and Conversions. Domestic & Commercial. Also: Stables, Barns, Menages etc.

Redundant Agricultural Buildings:

Assessments & Plans for Conversion to Offices, Storage or Residential Use.

Free Initial Project Appraisal

Twigg & AssociatesTelephone 01858 525292

www.twigg.biz

For a professional design and artwork service for your brochures

and advertisements please contact McCormick Creative Ltd

[email protected]

BARBECUE CHARCOAL BACK IN STOCK £7.25



PGM Reclaimers We buy old bricks, slates, tiles, timber and anything old. We dismantle walls and/or buildings. Good quality hand made bricks and materials for sale. Cash paid. Please ring: 07713 442530 or 01858 440976

J.P Building Services New builds, extensions, roofing, plastering, carpentry, landscaping and all other aspects of building work undertaken. Tel: 07890 518369 / 01858 433586

Marina Hale – Domestic Help for Village People Domestic cleaner, animal aunt, house sitter, assistant or driver (30 yrs experienced of domestic services & holiday cover, caring for pets, horses, farm animals). Tel: 01858 880344

Stoves & Rayburn Spares. All solid fuel appliances serviced and maintained. Woodburners supplied and fitted, bought and sold. Gareth the Stove - find me on facebook. Tel: 07875 687607 Email: [email protected] Website: gareththestove.com

Secure storage container units for all your business and domestic needs

Drive up location

7 days a week site access

Flexible, affordable storage solutions

Park Farm, Spratton Road, Brixworth, Northampton Nn6 9DS

[email protected]: 01604 880 237 07731 399885

www.safelycontained.co.uk

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100ml - £1.62 + VAT1Ltr - £5.79 + VAT4Ltr - £18.33 + VAT


May MeetingFitzwilliam, Saturday 27th May

First race starts at 2pm

Admission: £10 per person/Under 16’s freeRace cards available for £3

under 16’sFREE

ENTRY!

Dingley, Market Harborough LE16 8PJ www.dingleyraces.com

Enjoy a great day out with family and friends ∙ Licensed betting ∙ Children’s funfair ∙ Bar and refreshments

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FERNIE HUNT PONY CLUB

One Day Event 2017

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th July 2017 Open to non Pony Club members

New 80,90 & 100 cm cross country tracks by BE course designer,

Angus Smales

ROLLESTON HALL

New Inn, near Billesdon, Leicester, LE7 9EN

By kind permission of Mr & Mrs Robert Wilkinson

Entries: www.horse-events.co.uk , [email protected]

Entries close Wednesday 5th July if not already full

Organiser: Mrs Sarah Briggs, [email protected]

Diary Dates

SUNDAY25thJUNE2017

w Horse and Pony Classesw Livestock judging for cattle, sheep and rear breedsw Classic cars and car rallyw Vintage Tractors and modern machineryw Terrier racingw Dog classesw Hound Show and parade of houndsw Rural Craftsw Food and Drinkw Shoppingw Children’s entertainment

www.blastonshow.co.uk

Join us for our 60th year!

Why not become a member?

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Fun for all the FamilyEntry £5 Children under 12 FREE

Further information from Claire Hudson 07714 253564www.ferniehuntsupporters.co.uk

The Fernie Hunt KennelsNether Green, Great Bowden, Market Harborough LE16 7HF

Family Dog Show & Dog Agility ClassesKennel ToursTerrier RacingPony Club mounted displayVilendal Gundog displaysWelland Valley Vintage Traction Club

Bar • BBQ • Hound ParadeTug-of-War • Cream Teas • Trade StandsSheep Shearing • Vintage Cars • ArcheryAxe Throwing • Air Rifl es • Rural CraftsRare Breeds...and much more.

Fernie Country FairSupporting The Air Ambulance

Sunday 11th June 201712 noon – 5pm

27Tel: 01858 461463

Holcot Car Boot and Farmers Market

NN6 9SN (off A43 Kettering to Northampton)

Open every Saturday and Thursday and Bank Holiday Mondays starting

Saturday 1st April.

Opening times: Saturdays and Bank Holiday Mondays

7am and Thursday 11am.

No need to book, just turn up. For further information visit

www.holcot-showground.co.uk

NORTHAMPTON BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB

All held at Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW

OPEN SHOWS 2017SUNDAY 7TH MAY AND 17TH SEPTEMBER

To include Mini and Open Show Jumping, Ridden and In Hand showing classes, Working Hunter,

Fun Classes and Gymkhana

MONDAY EVENING DRESSAGE15TH MAY, 5TH AND 19TH JUNE, 10TH AND 24TH JULY

To include Walk and Trot, Prelim and Novice classes

MONDAY EVENING CLEAR ROUND SHOW JUMPING31ST JULY AND 21ST AUGUST

www.pcuk.org/northampton branch/schedules or SAE to Show Organiser

Mrs K Amos, 52 High Street, Harpole, Northants. NN7 4BS07704 511352/01604 832075 [email protected]

The World of Gilbert and Sullivan Saturday 6th May 2017

at All Saints Church, Clipston. LE16 9RW‘The Wandering Minstrels,’ one of Great Britain’s leading Gilbert and

Sullivan groups, will be performing a superb light-hearted evening of songs and scenes from the Gilbert and Sullivan comic operas. An

evening of Savoy favourites, combining the wit of W.S Gilbert and the enchanting music of Sir Arthur Sullivan. ‘The Wandering Minstrels’ is a

highly accomplished group of five singers and their concert pianist. Their concerts are presented in period costume and performed in traditional

style. The company has raised many thousands of pounds for numerous charities since its formation in 1992. They have performed in theatres,

churches and stately homes all around the country and have often appeared at the prestigious International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival in Buxton. Doors open at 6.45 pm for the reception, with a complimentary glass of bubbly, canapes donated by Emerson & Wests and nibbles donated by parishioners. The performance starts at 7.30pm with one interval when there will be a bar available to purchase drinks. Bottles of red or white

wine for the interval, @ £10 each, can be booked and paid for in advance with tickets. Tickets:- centre aisle seats @ £12.50, side aisle seats@ £10.

Tickets from Julie Connell. Cash, or Cheques made out to PCC of Clipston with an SAE. Proceeds to All Saints Church, Clipston.

Mrs J Connell. The Wooden Owl, 10a The Green, Clipston, Nr. Market Harborough, Leicestershire. LE16 9RS

Telephone: 01858 525336. E-mail: [email protected]

A Summer evening of entertAinment At CotteSbrooke HAll

Cottesbrooke are again welcoming Handlebards, travelling players, to the gardens at Cottesbrooke Hall to perform ‘As

You Like It’ on Friday 7th July. Gates will open at 5.00pm for picnics to be set up. The gardens will also be open. The show

starts at 7.00pm until approximately 9.30pm.

For further information and booking office details, please visit our website www.cottesbrooke.co.uk.

Thank you to everyone who gave to Air Amubulance, this

months collection raised

£21.44


MAY 2017DATE DAY CONTACT

01/05/17 Mon BCC Sponsored Horse Ride: Grimsthorpe Park. 10am - 2pm. Approx 15 miles of some optional hunter trial jumps. Beautiful parkland, totally free of traffic. Min start fee £15 (£20 on the day). Postal entries close Tues 25th April. www.bccride.com

01778 59035007788 426646

06/05/17 Sat Market Harborough Gardening Club Coffee Morning, Harborough Theatre 9am - 12noon.

06/05/17 Sat The World of Gilbert & Sullivan performed by The Wandering Minstrels at All Saints Church, Clipston 7.30pm. Reception with complimentary glass of bubbly and nibbles from 6.45pm. Tickets £12.50 centre aisle. £10 side aisle. From Julie Connell, The Wooden Owl, 10A The Green, Clipston LE16 9RS

01858 [email protected]

07/05/17 Sun Fernie Point to Point, Dingley Pony Racing- Pony Racing starts 12.45pm If you require any more information please go to www.midlandspointing.com

07/05/17 Sun South Kilworth Riding Club Show at Stanford Hall, Lutterworth, LE17 6DH. Friendly show with classes for everyone including show jumping, in-hand and ridden showing, fun classes, working hunter and gymkhana games. Entries on the day. For schedule and details please visit www.skrc.co.uk or find us on Facebook.

Richard Harrison Tel: 07927 911906

07/05/17 Sun NORTHAMPTON BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB OPEN SHOW at Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW. To include Mini and Open Show Jumping, Ridden and In Hand showing classes, Working Hunter, Fun Classes and Gymkhana.www.pcuk.org/northampton branch/ schedules or SAE to Show Organiser

Mrs K Amos, 52 High Street, Harpole, Northants. NN7 4BS 07704 511352 / 01604 832075 [email protected]

14/05/17 Sun Leicester Dressage Group (BRRA) Unaffiliated Dressage being held at Blaby Mill Stable, Mill Lane,Blaby, Leic LE8 4FQ, see www.brra.org for all details or ring 07791 611223

Contact Sue O’Connell 07791 611223

14/05/17 Sun Rockingham Forest Riding Club Hunter Trial Boughton House, Weekley, Kettering NN16 9UP

www.rfrc.org.uk/[email protected]

15/05/17 Mon NORTHAMPTON BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB Monday Evening Dressage at Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW To include Walk and Trot, Prelim and Novice classes www.pcuk.org/northampton/branch/schedules or SAE to Show Organiser

Mrs K Amos, 52 High Street, Harpole, Northants. NN7 4BS 07704 511352 / 01604 832075 [email protected]

19-21/05/17

Fri-Sun

Rockingham International Horse Trials - Rockingham Castle Top Class Equestrian Sport, XC, SJ & Dressage. Burghley Young Event Horse, British Show Jumping, Arena Eventing, PC and RC Team Show Jumping, The Robert Loomes Championship. Over 75 trade stands. Have a go dog agility. Bar and catering www.rockinghamcastlehorsetrials.com

01536 770240Tickets available online

21/05/17 Sun Rearsby Lodge RC Open Indoor Dressage Show Brooksby Equestrian Centre, Brooksby, Nr Melton Mowbray LE14 2LJ www.rearsbylodge.com

0116 2871662 Claire Atkins

21/05/17 Sun Melton Hunt Club Point to Point, Garthorpe Pony Racing - Pony Races Starts 1pm. If you require any more information please go to www.midlandspointing.com

27/05/17 Sat Fitzwilliam Point-to-Point, Dingley Pony Racing – Pony Racing Starts 1pm If you require any more information please go to www.midlandspointing.com

27/05/17 Sat Rider Biomechanics Clinics, Home Farm, Hothorpe 07905 [email protected]

28/05/17 Sun Space Hopper Dressage at Naseby Village Hall, Haselbech Road, Naseby NN6 6DE. 10am - 12pm. Raising funds for Comic Relief. To register your interest to take part in this truly bonkers fundraiser (or simply to donate) please visit: www.hoppage.co.uk

29/05/17 Mon Gin Run 2017 5KM over obstacles. Join us. Great prizes to be won. Have a gin and join the fun. First race 1pm. Adults £7.50, Children (12 and under) £3.50. East Haddon Lodge, NN6 8BU. Raising money for ‘Team for Kids’. By kind permission of Gilly Wrathall, James Sealy and Elizabeth Collins.

Lutie Akinci 07868 136085

30/05/17 Tues Pet First Aid Talk by Rutland Vets at The Langton Garden Centre, Melton Road, LE16 7TG from 7pm Free to clients and £10 for non-clients. Tea and cake provided. The talk will be aimed at providing basic first aid tips and information

31/05/17 Wed Market Harborough Gardening Club Herbs for Medicinal Use by Sally Cunningham at The Conservative Club, Fairfield Road, Market Harborough

29Tel: 01858 461463

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