Coleshill Heath Riding Club

23/09/2026

🍂🍂 Autumn Health Check: Is Your Horse Ready for the Season Change? 🍂🍂

As the mornings get crisper and the grass starts to change, it’s that time of year when our equine friends transition into their autumn routines!

To help keep your horses happy and healthy over the coming months, our team has put together a quick checklist for owners:

👉 Weight & Forage Management: Pasture quality changes as autumn approaches. Keep a close eye on your horse’s body condition score and consider supplementary forage early if grazing is thinning out.
👉 Parasite Control: Now is the ideal time to discuss targeted faecal worm egg counts rather than blanket-treating, helping to reduce resistance.
👉 Vaccinations & Teeth: Check that your annual flu/tetanus boosters are up to date, and schedule a dental check before winter feeding begins.
👉 Joint Care: Older horses and hard-working equine athletes often feel the chill in their joints first. Spotting stiffness early makes a big difference!

Is your horse showing any signs of seasonal stiffness, or do you need advice on transitioning their feed? Drop a comment below or send our team a direct message!

📞 Call us at 01295670501 to book a visit.

22/09/2026

22/09/2026

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

**The CHRC 2026 Survey - What the Future Holds! **
The date for Completion of this survey has been extended until Midnight on Sunday 18th October 2026 enabling those whom have had problems previously accessing the forms or those of you whom haven't seen the survey to also have your say.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeskSLxXcI6YoDZfOcAUwmexLYFxXVoQg0oeBnLfD0fIMTIGQ/viewform?usp=header

Saturday 3rd October 2026
Horse Show and Dog Show

Sunday 18th October 2026
Final Horse Show of the 2026 Show Season

Saturday 24th October 2026
What The Future Holds/ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

21/09/2026

⭐⭐ Monthly Theme continued ⭐⭐

What is Laminitis?

Laminitis is a condition where the laminae in the hoof become inflamed. Laminae are tissues that act like velcro, to attach the hoof wall to the pedal bone. When these tissues are inflamed it can weaken the bond between hoof wall and bone, causing pain and potentially permanent changes of the structures within the foot. Signs of laminitis include reluctance to walk or turn, shifting weight between front limbs, stretched out appearance- with front limbs extended out in front of body. Heat in the hooves and a strong digital pulse indicate inflammation in the foot. If you notice any of these signs, contact your vet immediately as early intervention gives the best chance at recovery.

Causes of laminitis

Causes of laminitis vary but common triggers include a high sugar diet (usually from grass), obesity or underlying metabolic conditions such as Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) or Cushing’s (PPID). Less commonly it can be caused by excessive weight overloading of one foot, or during a period of severe illness/ infection. Certain breeds may be at higher risk of laminitis but any breed can be affected.

Next Monday we will discuss diagnostics and treatment for laminitis.

20/09/2026

CHRC SHOW SUMMARY
Saturday 19th September 2026
So the day started with the Equine Car Boot which I hope went well. I apologise that I didn't get around to chatting to you all there whilst it was in progress due to taking the mass of dog show entries. There were some beautiful dogs in the show ring which were kindly judged by Sara Fawdrey Keeley. The tricks performed were amazing and the fancy dress class blew us away. They were fantastic. Well done to all and thank you for supporting our Riding Club.
Sunday 20th September 2026
The day started with a lonesome Car Booter turning up having made on error by coming the day after the event, however they were invited to stay and I hope did well.
It was a tad windy to begin with, but the sun soon came out and the majority of the horses/ponies stayed fly free. We saw some fantastically fast Handy Pony runs and also some well achieved clear rounds. We got to meet some new ponies/horses and their owners/handlers which is always nice. The standard of the entries was a credit to every one of you whom attended and the awards given well earned.
Our proposed Showing Judge unfortunately had his plans changed somewhat, when he ended up with an impromptu stay in a Welsh Hospital. We wish him the speediest of recoveries and he has asked that we welcome him as Judge for the 2027 Show Season. Of course, we didn't hesitate to accept his kind offer.
I would like to say a huge THANK YOU to Sara Fawdrey Keeley, Eva Keeley, Michelle Barrett, Clara Lander for their support today. Not forgetting, our Photographer for the weekend - Beyond the Field Photography and todays Caterer - Jessies Snack Shack for the wonderful food. Thanks also goes to the various Club Sponsors for their continuous support.
The next event in the CHRC Planner is scheduled for Saturday 3rd October 2026.

19/09/2026

THE CLOCK IS TICKING FOR YOU TO HAVE YOUR SAY AS TO HOW COLESHILL HEATH MOVES FORWARD - DEADLINE Midnight Sunday 20th September. LINK BELOW
🌟 Coleshill Heath Riding Club 2026 Survey – WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS! 🌟
We’re inviting everyone connected to CHRC — past or present to share their thoughts and ideas for the future of the club. Whether you’ve been involved recently or years ago, your voice genuinely matters.
The survey is confidential, and you can respond anonymously if you prefer.
📝 Please complete the survey by midnight on Sunday 20th September:
👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeskSLxXcI6YoDZfOcAUwmexLYFxXVoQg0oeBnLfD0fIMTIGQ/viewform?usp=header
Once responses have been collected, a General Meeting will be held in October (date, time and venue to be confirmed) for anyone with a vested interest in the future of CHRC.
Thank you,
Sarah
Chairperson, CHRC

16/09/2026

⭐⭐ Grass Sickness Awareness ⭐⭐

There has been a rise in reported cases of grass sickness recently, and we want to make sure all our horse owners are aware of the signs.

Equine Grass Sickness (EGS) is a serious condition affecting the nervous system of the gut, and sadly it can be fatal. It mainly affects horses at grass, and the exact cause is still not fully understood — but risk seems to be linked to factors like recent pasture changes, stress, and time of year.

**Signs to watch for**

🔸 Difficulty swallowing or drooling
🔸 Patchy sweating
🔸 Muscle tremors
🔸 Rapid weight loss
🔸 Colic-like signs
🔸 Reduced gut sounds

If your horse shows any of these signs, please contact us straight away — early veterinary assessment makes a real difference.

**Simple steps that may help reduce risk:**
✅ Avoid sudden changes in turnout or diet
✅ Remove droppings by hand rather than mechanically (soil disturbance from mechanical poo-pickers/harrowing is linked to higher risk)
✅ Reduce stress where possible
✅ Consider co-grazing with other species

If you're worried about your horse, or want more advice on reducing risk on your yard, give us a call — we're always happy to help.

📞 01295 670501
💻 www.avonvaleequine.co.uk

16/09/2026

Looking for something/somewhere to go this Saturday 19th September - check out CHRC