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Welland Valley Feeds

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May 2018 ~ Volume 228

Euromec Contracts Limited, Valley Way, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 7PS

TEL: 01858 434011 www.euromec.co.uk

LAWNMOWERSWe are main dealers for Mountfi eld,

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See the complete ranges at our Market Harborough showroom

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Welland Valley Feeds LtdRockingham Road, Market Harborough

LE16 7QE

MAY 2018 • VOL. 228

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PETS 18

AGRICULTURE 22

MISCELLANEOUS 28

DIARY DATES 37

CONTENTS

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May 2018 ~ Volume 228

Important news for our Newsletter subscribers

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WordsearchcompetitionWe have ONE bag of Equerry 20kg Horse Treats to give away worth £16.99.

Want to win this for your yard? To take part just complete the Wordsearch and send it into us with your contact information. All correct entries will be entered into the prize draw which will take place on Friday 18th May, 2018 at 9.30 a.m.

Words to find:

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FEEDS

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SPEARMINT

EQUERRY

Complete your name and the preferred method you would like us to contact you – submit your entry either by scanning it and sending it to our email : [email protected], dropping it off in store, or by post to MSF Welland Valley Feeds Limited, Rockingham Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire. LE16 7QE. Good Luck!

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We will notify the winner and announce this in our June 2018 newsletter issue and on our Facebook page – if you want to have a photo included this can be arranged!

The information supplied by you will only be used for the purposes of this competition and will not be passed onto any third party. After the draw all entry details will be shredded.

By entering this and supplying contact details you are agreeing to accept the above.

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EQUESTRIAN

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

Kent and Masters 17” Black Original Dressage Saddle with wide changeable gullet. As new £650. Prolite black dressage girth 22” as new £50. Tel: 07761 389690

Equestrian Miscellaneous

Ketton 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

Equestrian Services

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

Michael Lees DipWCF Farrier Covering Leicestershire and surrounding areas. Professional and reliable. Tel: 07892 993542

Show Jump Training at Professional 5* Competition Yard, Holcot. Train with experienced show jumper. Suit all levels of rider. Competitive rates. Horses taken for Schooling/Competition/Sales at Foxhill Sports Horses. Call Michaela 07896 748225

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

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

Handsome Cob 12.2hh, 6 Yrs Bombproof, hacks alone/in company. Done PC, great over poles and small fences. Lives out, alone/with company. Great with farrier, dentist. Jabs up to date. £1,000 inc tack/rug. Tel: 07984 729465

Handsome 14.2 Connemara Gelding, 9 Yrs. Sold as HACK / companion only. Completely sound but due to old injury (2015) it is in his best interest not to jump/school. Super nature, friendly forward going chap looking for a forever 5* home where he will be really appreciated for what he can still offer. Would also do well in the show ring as a lovely example of the breed. £1,295 incl some rugs and delivery if required. Max weight 10.5 stone please. Tel: 07813 986393

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.

Saddlery & Clothing

17” K2 GP Albion Black Saddle. Soft English leather. Immaculate condition and still under warranty. Extra comfortable for rider on wide horse having a flat tree, mesh panel for wide bearing surface and balance webbing. Has a narrower seat but a wider fit on the horse. Has 4 girth tabs. £800 ONO. Tel: Emma 07788 597730

Horses & Ponies for sale or loan

Horse for Loan 15hh, Dutch Warmblood,

Mare, 12YrsSweet, affectionate girl, easy to look after, lots of fun, good doer. Works well in the school,

enjoys pole work and loves to jump. Good to hack but prefers to be in company. Currently at Blaby Mill Stables, which provides all year-round riding facilities. Financial contribution required.

Tel: 07745 001995

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

Working to improve understanding and communication between horse and owner helping them achieve a stronger bond and

more successful partnership. Services Available. Ridden coaching

sessions. Horse and rider assessments. Groundwork sessions. Masterclasses /Courses. “Helping Owners treat their

horses with Respect and Kindness” www.tcecoachuk.com.

Call 07767 626888 email- [email protected].

Qualified & Insured

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]

Drop 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 715574www.susiesrugwash.co.uk

Collection available for

10+ Rugs

7Tel: 01858 461463

Equestrian Fly Products

EQUESTRIAN

Essential Fly Rug with Mask5’ – 7’ Only £39.95 each

Rambo Sweet Itch Hoody4’6” – 5’3” - £111.955’6” – 7’ - £129.95

Mark Todd Fly Ultra Combo Rug5’6’’ – 7’ £64.98

Deluxe Fly Mask with Ears and Nose

BurgundyPony, Cob, Full,

Extra Full £21.99

Deluxe Fly Mask with EarsBurgundy

Pony, Cob, Full, Extra Full £19.99

Fine Mesh Earless Fly Mask

BlackSmall pony, Pony, Cob, Full £14.99

Fine Mesh Fly Mask with Ear Holes & NoseSmall Pony, Pony, Cob,

Full, Extra Full£16.98

Fine Mesh Fly Mask with Ears

Black, WhitePony, Cob, Full, Extra

Full £16.00

Naff Off Citronella Tag x 2 pack £10.50

Naff Off Deet 750ml £17.50

Leovet Phaser Spray 500ml £16.99

CDM Flygard 600ml £16.74

CDM Flyguard Extra Strength 600ml £16.74

Leovet Phaser Durativ 500ml £14.99

Gold Label Neem Oil 500ml £11.98

Effol Fly Blocker + 500ml £16.99

Killitch 500ml £23.94

Barrier Superplus repellent £13.94

Naff Off Citronella Wrist Band £3.49

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Understanding and Managing Laminitis in Horses and PoniesLaminitis means ‘inflammation of the laminae’. The laminae is a thin layer of tissue that supports the pedal bone and attaches it to the hoof wall. It also carries blood to all the other components of the hoof. During a laminitic attack, the blood supply to the hoof is disrupted which will result in a decreased delivery of oxygen and nutrients needed to support hoof health. This can be a very painful process for the horse and in severe cases will cause the pedal bone to rotate or drop.

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 or 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.

Laminitis can be a debilitating condition for horses and ponies, and although it can

be triggered for several reasons at any point during the year, equines are more susceptible to it during the spring and summer months, when the grass grows and the sugar levels, fructans, are at their highest. Correct nutrition and management is therefore paramount to maintain the health and wellbeing of the animal, with native horses and ponies, and good-doers being at higher risk.

Here at Welland Valley Feeds we can offer a range of products to help you prevent the occurrence of laminitis, and to manage it should it materialize.

SupplementsNAF 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 an strong sulphur bonds within the laminae. 750g £32.99 or 1.5kg £59.50

D&H Lami Free

A dried herbal blend containing Nettle and Rosehips which promote healthy circulation and Seaweed which will provide the minerals essential for healthy hoof growth. 1.5kg £14.95

D&H Ground Chaste Tree Berries

Chaste tree berries support normal hormonal function, particularly in older horses and ponies and therefore will help support the hormones responsible for processing insulin – particularly useful for horses suffering from Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) which causes insulin resistance. 2kg £15.30

D&H CushCare Supplement

CushCare Supplement is an innovative new product designed to help nutritionally support the hormonal and metabolic systems. The supplement contains all the beneficial ingredients of the hugely successful CushCare Condition feed, without the calories. 3kg £24.95

Global Herbs Lamipro Liquid

Soothes and shields horses at any time or when there is a flush of spring grass. This palatable herbal supplement aids digestion and feed utilisation while comforting sore feet. Can be used long term or short term depending on individual requirements. Suitable for all horses and ponies. 1ltr £34.99

Rockies Laminshield

LaminShield an easy, safe and palatable lick that ensures horses and ponies get enough magnesium and other essential minerals. Magnesium is vital to horse and pony health and a deficiency can be serious. 2kg £12.49 5kg £27.95

TopSpec AntiLam

AntiLam is a pelleted multi-supplement designed to provide nutritional support for those prone to, being treated for, or recovering from laminitis. AntiLam is used and recommended by nutritionists, vets and farriers. 15kg £27.95.

Available in store at

WELLAND VALLEY FEEDS

9Tel: 01858 461463

Dengie Hi-Fi Molasses Free

This is suitable for horses and ponies in light to medium work and includes real mint, fenugreek and alfalfa pellets for interest and taste. It can be used as a partial or full forage replacer. 20kg £12.95.

Dengie Alfa-A Molasses Free

Alfa A Molasses free is ideal for adding more calories to a horse or ponies in medium to hard work, without adding excessive amounts to sugar and starch to their diet. 20kg £14.25.

Dengie Healthy Hooves Molasses Free

A complete feed which has a full range of B vitamins including biotin at levels that research has shown to be effective at maximising hoof health. 20kg £12.95.

TopSpec TopChop Lite

TopChop Lite has a similar nutritional value to hay, but contains less sugar. The alfalfa and oat straw blend are coated with soya oil rather than the traditional molasses. 15kg £11.50.

Grazing Muzzle

A method of restricting grass intake when grazing. Available from sizes extra small – full size. £19.99.

Rutland Electric Fencing– Ideal for strip grazing and dividing paddocks.• Energisers from £115.49• Batteries from £14.99• Electro Tape from £16.79• Poly Posts from £1.92 each (price breaks available depending on quantity required)

Feeds

Chaffs

Equipment

Blue Chip Lami-Light

This whole-cereal and molasses free formula is naturally low in starches and sugars, making it perfect for all types of horses and ponies and provides all the essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients needed to maintain optimum health and well-being on a daily basis. 15kg £33.95.

D&H Safe & Sound

This is a high fibre, low sugar and starch complete fibre based complete feed containing effective levels of MSM, biotin, nettle, rosehip, seaweed and garlic. 18kg £11.50.

D&H CushCare Condition

CushCare Condition has been scientifically designed by the experts at Dodson and Horrell to provide conditioning calories in a low starch, low sugar format that is suitable for horses prone to laminitis. 18kg £14.95

FINER STABLESManufacturers 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 shelters, stables 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

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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]

PW RURAL SERVICES

EQUESTRIAN AND AGRICULTURAL CONTRACTOR • Stable and livery yard repairs • Paddock and Estate Maintenance.

• Grass cutting and topping • Chain harrowing and rolling • Fence and gate repairs • Haymaking and small baling • Saw bench and log splitting • Post Hole Boring

Contact: Peter Wattam 07860 524642 / [email protected]

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]

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

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

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

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

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 GoodsHand Made and Repaired

Protexin Gut Balancer 700g £25.95

Protexin Gut Lix 2kg £8.95 WVF staff receiving training on Protexin products

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Woof Grand Prix Glove

Black Size 6.5 – 9.5 - £15.958

Woof Event Glove

Black Size 6.5 – 9.5 - £27.50 pair

Woof Smart Event Boot £70

The Smart Event Boot has been designed for use during the most advanced, high intensity disciplines - particularly cross country and provides 360 degree protection to the horse’s legs

Woof Smart Tendon Boot £64.99

Tendon protection is especially important during high energy activities like show

jumping for example when the hind foot can extend forward and strike the tendon on the

front leg. The fetlock joint can be subject to a range of injuries especially during high energy

activities like show jumping for example. Fetlock boots are designed to protect the

horse’s hind leg against knocks, abrasions and brushing.

Woof Event Boot Front £43.99

The Woof Wear Event Boot has been designed for use in disciplines that demand all-

round protection, particularly cross country

Woof Super Sleek Competition Socks

(2 pairs per pack) Pink – S & MCharcoal M & L £14.95

Belvoir Tack Cleaner

600ml - £7.79

Dream Coat Shampoo Grey 500ml - £6.46, Enhancing Earth - £7.50

Enhancing Chestnut - £7.50, Enhancing Black - £7.50

Absorbine Hoof Polish 237ml Black or clear £12.49

Groomaway Stainaway 500ml £8.94

Supreme Leg & Body Whitener 2.5kg £28 5kg £49.94

Belvoir Tack Cleaner Wipes

£6.10

Belvoir Tack Conditioner

£10.99

Ice Blue Cooling Leg Gel 500ml - £11.30

Equestrian Show Products

EQUESTRIAN

£9.98 each or 2 for £15 while stocks

last

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Equine Hospital, Referral Centre and Equine Fertility Services

We are a long established equine hospital with purpose built facilities and an extensive range of diagnostic equipment. As a clinical associate of the University of Nottingham Vet School we benefit from their specialist staff who work alongside our own experienced veterinary surgeons and nurses. Together they provide the highest level of veterinary care and expertise as required by our RCVS Tier 3 hospital status.

MRI and Scintigraphy

Specialist medicine and surgery

In house lab providing rapid results

BEVA approved AI service

DEFRA approved semen collection, freezing, storage and distribution to the UK and Europe

24 hour, CCTV monitored foaling service

24 hour emergency service available at yard or hospital

Competitively priced yard visits

Routine healthcare including vaccinations, passport ID, microchipping and dentistry

Prior to Purchase examinations

Digital Radiography, Ultrasonography, Endoscopy and Gastroscopy

www.oakhamvethospital.co.uk 01572 722647

Find us on Facebook

13Tel: 01858 461463

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”

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 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

Approved Masta Rug Cleaner

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 £20.00

Clean / Reproof: 1 for £13.00 3 for £35.00

Tel: 01536 411906or email: [email protected]

www.ecospin.co.uk

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Available in store at

WELLAND VALLEY FEEDS

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”

Liveries, Grazing, Land & Property

Part or Full Livery Available at Small Private Yard in Cottesbrooke. Lovely hacking and use of ménage. Tel: 07968 142632

Wanted – Small Paddock, Livery Yard or Private Yard for my 30 year old mare, Phyllis. If you have or know of anyone that has somewhere in the following areas: Braybrooke, Harrington, Great Oxendon then please contact Felicity on 07958 014870

DIY Livery, Foxton Small, friendly yard with all year turn out in individual paddocks with excellent grazing. All weather manege, fantastic off-road riding and nearby bridle paths. Competitive rates. Tel: 07875 987046

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

Fishponds Farm, Stoke Albany Full livery packages. Facilities include large outdoor arena with show jumps, horse walker, individual turnout paddocks and rubber matted stables. Great hacking. Tel: 07858 507327 / [email protected]

HOLCOT - Professional 5* Competition Yard Space available Part/Full/Competition/Schooling/Sales Livery. First class care & attention to detail. Competitive rates. References available. Show jump training available at Foxhill Sport Horses. Call Michaela 07896 748225

Van Oppen Equine Have Spaces, Middleton, Corby. DIY grass keep and stables- £35 per week. Facilities: Exercise track, polo ground, schooling ring, manege. Www.vanoppenequine.com Call James: 07976 252991

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

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

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

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

DIY Livery Available Small private yard at Smeeton Westerby (owner lives on site). Excellent off road riding. Reasonable rates. Tel: 07761 389690

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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]

Part, Full and Hunt Livery AvailableThe newly established facility is beautifully presented and

maintained to the highest standard. Set amongst 60 acres of pasture, offering stunning views over the Welland Valley and

perfectly positioned within a network of local bridleways.

Internal stables with rubber matting & auto drinkers • CCTV • heated wash box • secure heated tack room with kitchen & washing machine • all year turnout • covered horse walker • large all-weather • floodlit arena • grass gallops with a

variety of cross country jumps • lorry/ trailer parking

At Spinney View Farm, we offer a range of inclusive livery packages to suit you and your horse’s specific needs. Built on

good traditional values, we pride ourselves on our individual care and attention each horse receives on a daily basis.

Contact Lisa on 01858 555356 / 07986 515519 www.spinneyviewfarmlivery.co.uk

Hallaton, Market Harborough, Leics. LE16 8UP

Spinney View Farm Livery

12 box yard on private property, 25x55 outdoor school with full set of show jumps. Great hacking. Top standard of care - attention to detail, with horses treated as if they are our own. We pride ourselves on training and producing horses to the highest of standards.

Yard is located just outside Wellingborough with easy access to numerous competition venues.

Contact Seb Hughes on 07884 338349 to discuss your individual requirements.

Full,

competition,

schooling &

sales livery

available

EQUESTRIAN

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EQUESTRIAN

LAND AND STABLESROTHWELL,NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

In all approximately 10.82 ACRES (4.38 HECTARES) with ‘Scotts’ stables and General Purpose Building comprising 4 further stables and tack room.

For Sale as a Whole by Private TreatyGuide Price: £250,000All Enquiries: [email protected]

Livery Available at Professional 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

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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

VILENDAL GUNDOGS

Please visit: www.vilendaldoglife.co.uk

Contact: Henrik Vilendal Tel: 01536 77 22 55 ; Mobile: 07952 907 867

email: [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

Pet Services

Wuf Cuts Dog Grooming Billesdon based. Also, horse clipping available. Tel: Jayne 07779 008798

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

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.

Rosie (right) and Willow are sisters and are to be homed together. Have been around young children before and have lived with a dog but not other cats. Very friendly and they are with us due to their owner moving close to a main road.

Hoover came to us due to the ill health of his owner and has spent most of his life outside so will need toilet training. We will home him with older children although he is used to young children and he seems indifferent to other dogs. Hoover does not like cats

Dog Lost Dog Lost is a free service run by

volunteers.

www.doglost.co.uk Reuniting dogs with their owners.

Tel: 0844 800 3220

Bedlington Terrier Liver Dog and Laguna Whippet Bitch. Both 2 years old. Have lovely temperaments. Will live out or in. Good homes essential. £450 each. Tel: 07881 365128

French Bull Dog Puppies Wormed, flead and microchipped. Good with children. Black & white and blue & white. Dogs and bitches. Tel: 07469 190698 for more details

HARPERSBROOK KENNELS

Gundog and obedience training.

David and Harry Chudley.

Well established family run kennels. Long/short term and refresher courses available. One to one tuition - training

classes - well stocked rabbit pen for hire. Puppies, partly and fully trained and stud

dogs available. Website: www.chudleykennels.org

Contact: 07714 646889 / [email protected]

Multipoo Puppies

2 boys and 2 girls. Great with children, parents have lovely temperaments.

£600 each.

For more info tel: 07404 855776

PETS

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PETS

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· Removable & adjustable handle extends to a comfortable 72 cm / 28”

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· 2 Sizes Small £6.49 Large £7.49

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· Dishwasher proof

Trust Wood Cat Litter 30 ltrs £10

Dreamies Cat Treats £1.55

Collapsible Klip Scoop £6.49

Dog Rocks

200g - £12.98600g - £29.99Dog Rocks® will help stop pet urine burn patches ruining your lawn, grass & hedges. One pack of Dog Rocks® in your dog’s water bowl will keep your lawn in tip-top condition for up to 2 months. Dog Rocks® are the only 100% natural & convenient solution proven to have no change to the pH balance of your pet’s urine, it’s as simple as that.

Pet Stuff Collapsible Travel Bowl £5.99

Spiral Tie Out Stake £6.98

Curly Pet – New in Store £5.50 eachDogs love nothing better than a squeaky soft toy! The Curly Pet Sheep dog toy has ultra soft, silky fur and an internal safety squeaker that your pooch won’t be able to resist giving a squeeze!

Pet Gear Window Vent Guard £6The Window Guard by Pet Gear provides fresh, cool air for pets in cars, keeping pets safe and cars ventilated.

The guard is easy to fit and no tools are required.

Suitable for small to medium sized dogs.High quality plushSoft and safeInternal squeaker

Irresistible treats your cat will love! Dual textured cat treats irresistible to cats Deliciously crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside Cat biscuits with vitamins and minerals and no artificial flavours. Only 2 kcal in every cat treat.

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PETS

Newly built Luxury Cat Hotel in Kibworth14 Fleckney Road, Kibworth, LE8 0HE. Licenced by Harborough District Council and built to F.A.B

specifications. Personalised individual care, diet and attention given to your very precious cat. All double suites are secure heated well-lit and ventilated.

Tel Lorna/Troy 01162 796855 / 0781 4526633 or email [email protected] www.cathotelkibworth.co.uk

THE CAT H O T E LKIBWORTH

Luxury FABlisted catteryAll Enquiries

Welcome

Tel: 01858 545422www.stontoncattery.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

Dog Training Professional Puppy & Dog TrainingMarket Harborough, Kettering,

Desborough and surrounding areas.

Puppy home visits prior to vaccinations. Puppy socialisation

classes.

Junior to adult obedience classes. Ringcraft. 1-2-1

Training for individual needs.

Mobile ultrasound pregnancy scanning.

Contact Terri 01536 760023 [email protected]

Harborough HoundsLooking for someone to walk your

furry family member?

Affordable, experienced, insured. Dog walking and Pet Services.

Contact: Alexandra Studdy 07813 567908

[email protected]

Please contact Jackie Godlington to discuss your requirements:

T: 01858 565534 M: 07841 488 025E: [email protected]

Serving the villages of the Welland Valley

pet services

• Dog Walking • Dog Day Care• Litter trays and cage cleaning• Pet sitting • Small pet services

• Holiday coverFully insured and CRB checked

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. A life time’s experience with horses. Lovely references. Please call: 01572 747813 / 07751 364777

The Dog House (formally 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

Fully insuredAppointments notalways necessaryAll breeds All sizes

DogGrooming

ClippingDe-mattingNail clippingHand strippingScissoringDe-sheddingEar pluckingBath & Brush

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

FREE OFF ROAD PARKING

Identitag Engraving

available to order at Welland Valley

Feeds

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PETS

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 Council

Winners of Pride in Harborough Awards 2014 and 2015

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

Email: [email protected]

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

liability with Cliverton. References Available

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

• Dogsexercisedregularlyonorofftheleaddailyinasecure1.5acrepaddock.• 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&dropoffservice.

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

Brankley FarmKENNELS & CATTERY

The Grooming Parlour

www.brankleyfarm.co.uk

www.sandiepownerphotography.co.uksandie@sandiepownerphotography.co.uk

07930 337914

PAWTRAITS FOR PETS

Capture those special moments with yourfour-legged friend, and let his unique character

shine through to create beautiful, personalmemories for you to treasure forever

Contact Sandie for more information:

Fully insured for public liability. Registered memberof the Guild of Photographers

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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.

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

PETS

Agricultural

For All Your Fencing Needs Stock fencing, post and rail, and all types of gates (not electric). Plus field topping and spring tyning. Orders for next season’s hedge laying. Fully insured. Tel: Dougie 07762 236222

Gloucester Old Spot Piglet Weaners. Ready end April. Tel: 01858 880048

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. Specialists in mole control and trapping. 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

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.

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

Fencing Post Knocking, Scrub Clearance Tel: 01604 890435

AE & BA Randoll & Son Digger hire, Volvo 9 tonne tracked, JCB 3CX. Muck spreading, grass harrowing, heavy flat rolling, topping, forestry work, hedge trimming and heavy flail work etc. Tel: 07710 113359 / 01858 545202

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

Vehicles & Trailers

2003 Land Rover Discovery TD5 XS Automatic 2495cc Silver. MOT til 20th January 2019. Regularly serviced (last Jan 2018). 94,925 miles – genuine. All MOT certificates since required. 5 door, 7 seater. Rear seats all fold. PAS 18” alloy wheels including full size spare. Land Rover fitter tow bar and electric. Used twice. Full all weather cover, never used. Beautiful runner. £3,250. Tel: Sally 07718 027700

AGRICULTURE

HERITAGE HERITAGE FENCINGFENCING

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[email protected] [email protected]

Phone - 01162720194 David - 07989173038 Jason - 07990588069

Call now for free quotations and advice

Full public liability insurance. Certified and recognised by :-

HERITAGEFENCINGFOR ALL YOUR FENCING AND BOUNDARY NEEDS

Call now for free quotations and advice

Telephone David on: 01858 565173

or 07989173038david@heritagefencing.serviceswww.heritagefencing.services

Full public liability insurance Certified and recognised by:-

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AGRICULTURE

Magnesium Deficiency in CattleAlso known as: Grass Staggers, Grass Tetany, Hypomagnesaemia, Lactation Tetany, Staggers is a metabolic disorder of cattle and sheep caused by low magnesium levels in the blood. It commonly occurs in lactating cows when they are turned out to grass in the spring. It can also occur in autumn when there is a late flush of grass growth

Cattle hold magnesium in the bones and muscles but cannot readily access and utilise these stores when needed. The animal constantly loses magnesium in urine, faeces and milk, so it needs magnesium in its feed to meet daily requirements

Mag Rich Rockies2 x 10kg £24.25

Magnesium Flakes25kg £8.85 + VAT

CrystalyxCattle Hi Mag Tub22.5kg £23.45

Maxcare Hi Mag25kg £18.99

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

Ifor Williams HB510 Blue Trailer. Fantastic condition with partitions and all bars/tie rings. All tyres in excellent condition with spare tyre. Rubber matted with aluminium floor with front and rear ramps. Regularly serviced. Travels two horses up to 17.2hh. Lovely to tow. Serial number available on request. £3200 ONO. Tel: Emma 07788 597730

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/Straw

Some Old Season Small Bale Hay of different qualities still available in Billesdon area. Tel: 0116 2596251 or 07801 701770

J 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

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

Grange Farm Hay, Straw & Haylage Supplies

All types and size bales. Delivered all year round.Tel: Jim Mount 01858 545109 / 07879 695096

Thorpe Langton, Market Harborough

Haylage Cropping

License available

for 3.5 hectare field near Brampton Ash.

Produced 76 large round bales last year

£800 Tel 07775 611667

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NEW IN STOCK

WELLAND VALLEY FEEDS NOW STOCKINGPermanent Pasture From Limagrain

A dual purpose mixture that delivers outstanding performance over many years.

• Includes Matrix Enhanced® Ryegrass for earlier spring growth, improved sward density and faster regrowth

• The best selling mixture in the Monarch range

• Treated with Headstart® GOLD

• Highly productive in varied growing conditions from fertile lowlands to cooler, more severe uplands

• Suitable for extensive or intensive management systems, across all livestock types

• Pack Size 13kg acre unit

Silage Patches100mm x 150mm x

33mm 220/roll

£9.08

Dalby AmblersTan, Sizes 6 – 13 (available up to 15) £53.95 inc VAT

Available in store at

WELLAND VALLEY FEEDS

AGRICULTURE

Scald

Scald 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.

Blowfly

Blowfly 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.

Prevention

Routine 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 5L

Clikzin Pour On -Available in 2.2L and 5L

Crovect Pour On -Available in 0.8L, 2.2L and 5L

Application Guns

Crovect £28.29 + VAT

Clik £24.99 + VAT

Clikzin £27.45 + VAT

Sheep Health Available in store at

WELLAND VALLEY FEEDS

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NOW AVAILABLE

4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT FROM £80

AIR CONDITIONING NOW AVAILABLE

FROM ONLY £50!

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Hatching Eggs and Young PoultryPure breed, free range and healthy.

Emden goose eggs £2 each. Bourbon red turkey (rare breed) £2.50.

Copper black Maran £1. Light Sussex £1.

Aylesbury and Peking duck £1. Ducklings, goslings and pure breed

chicks available.Facebook page ‘Conker Tree Farm’.

Collection Rutland Water or Corby. Tel: 07805 775880.

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AGRICULTURE

Contract Farming Agreements have remained a popular vehicle for owners of arable land to manage that land. They are similarly popular with farmers, but why?

In such an arrangement the landowner, confusingly known as the “Farmer” enters into a contract with a farmer, confusingly known as the “Contractor” whose services are engaged in order to cultivate the land and to generate a profit. The business identities and trading positions for tax and VAT purposes of both parties are retained under this arrangement.

Benefits are found on both sides of these arrangements, but an in-depth understanding of the permitted requirements is key to a long-term, successful and legally compliant relationship.

A written contract sets out the duties of the farmer and contractor, including how income and expenditure are to be shared. However, there are several key factors which ensure the Contract does not inadvertently lead to a loss of valuable agricultural tax reliefs for the “Farmer”. These include the following; the farmer must take ultimate responsibility for the cropping and bear the entire financial risk of the growing crop. The only guaranteed income is that paid to the Contractor, with any surplus after the costs of production usually being split between the Farmer and the Contractor at an agreed ratio. The Farmer must pay for the direct inputs, such as seed, fertiliser and sprays; usually through a separate bank account into which all income is paid. In terms of generating an income, the Contractor receives a fixed, guaranteed payment from the Farm Account called the Contractor’s Charge, paid at pre-agreed intervals. The Contractor’s Charge typically covers the Contractor’s fixed costs on their equipment, however, might include an element of profit as well. Once the crops are sold and all costs accounted for, the net margin is split between the two parties at the percentage set in the Contract Farming Agreement (CFA). Typically, however, there will be a Prior Charge which is paid to the Farmer. Thereafter, the agreement between the parties defines how any residual profit is split.

A successful arrangement is one where the key rights and responsibilities are agreed from the outset; together with a mutual understanding of the statutory terms with which they must comply – for example taxation arrangements.

Why are CFAs increasing in popularity? The benefits of flexibility and time management are clear. Other advantages mean that the Farmer avoids a tenancy or complex partnership. They also retain occupation of the farm and benefit from the ability to claim grants, whilst retaining management control. If exercised correctly, tax reliefs may also be available to the Farmer. Finally, should the Contractor operate over a large acreage, the Farmer will also benefit from economies of scale which the Farmer could not achieve, and therefore allow them to farm the land in-hand whilst retaining an element of profitability.

As Rural Surveyors with experience in Contract Farming Agreements, if you are considering a new way forward for your farm or farming business, please contact us for a no obligation consultation, initially by email to [email protected] or by telephoning 01858 411970

Harry Epsom BSc (Hons)

Contract Farming Agreements explained

Poultry/Pheasants

For Sale Legbars hatching eggs, day old chicks, growers and POL. Copper Black Marans (dark brown egg layers)POL. Tel: Westaway Poultry 01572 737310

Red Mite seasonTo remove the constant threat of red mites, a weekly three step programme is advised. Firstly, thoroughly clean out your coop and remove all faeces, dry matter and bedding.

Secondly, treat all surfaces with a mite killer, including the underside of the roof.

Finally, fresh bedding should be laid and then liberally treat the surface of bedding, perches and next boxes with mite powder. It’s also important to include any dust baths.

Our staff are on hand if you need any advice

Farmyard Hydrophane Louse Powder

500g £9.20

Red Mite Powder500g £8.95

Total Mite Kill Ready to use750ml £7.50

Total Mite Kill Trial Pack £9.98

Total Mite Kill Liquid Concentrate

500ml £11.502 lt £32.95

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Gardening

Friendly and Reliable Gardener 10 years’ experience in turf care and tree work. All quotes free. Tel: 07719 699045

Mountfield 15384 H/SD Ride on Lawn and Garden Tractor Side discharge. Petrol engine. Automatic. Immaculate condition. Looks brand new and only used a handful of times. £1,195 ono. Tel: 01162 799103

Garden Services Regular or one-off maintenance. Soft landscaping, turfing, fencing etc. Allotments ploughed, rotavated. Also paddock maintenance. Tel: Barry 07803 266278 or email [email protected]

2hss 2 stroke engine oil

100ml £2.10, 1ltr £7.60 4ltr £23.95

Roundup Fast Action RTU Click

1 ltr £16.49

BBQ Season is almost here

Wonderful man sized aprons as modelled by George!

Receive 15% off the price of the apron when you buy in store and

say the word ‘GEORGE’Aprons are locally produced and beautifully

hand made by Lis Naylor.

Roundup Fast Action 3000 Ultra 1 ltr

£56.99

Roundup Optima+ 1 ltr

£39.98

Roundup Tree Stump and Root

Killer 250ml £16.30

Rockingham Forest BBQ

Charcoal 3kg only £7.69!

Available in store at

WELLAND VALLEY FEEDS

Cotswold Gardening Clog

Green, Available in 6 dual sizes

£12.95 per pair

1 for £3.98 or 3 for £9.97

Remember to add this to your

usual order!

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With over 40 years’ experience, we are a highly regarded business with considerable expertise in all types of

earth moving.

Our skilled operatives are committed to delivering a high quality, professional job, using highly productive,

specialist equipment.

Our services include: Top soil stripping. Road and site excavations. Water

storage lagoons. Fishing lakes. Bulk earth moving. Site preparation for agricultural buildings and industrial units.

To discuss your requirements and to arrange a free, competitive quote call: 07831 275758

email: [email protected]

Paul Badger Earth Moving Ltd

A SELECTION OF VINTAGE FURNITURE LOVINGLY RESTORED TO SUIT YOUR DECORATIVE REQUIREMENTS

THORNBY COUNTRY COLLECTIONS

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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

Empire Scaffolding Ltd

Unit 1 Welham Lane, Great Bowden,

Market Harborough, LE16 7FN

Contact:

[email protected] 01858 43125007834 563770

Situations Vacant/Wanted

Part Time Vacancy for Experienced Stable Staff Up to 6 mornings per week. Professionally run but friendly, family yard. 6 horses. Good facilities. Good rate of pay. Tel: Sarah Carlisle 07855 393960 www.scequestriancoaching.com

Part-Time Keeper Required for family shoot near Brigstock. 5 driven pheasant days. Tel: 07734 452940 [email protected]

Capable Rider Required in Polo Yard 3 mornings per week. No mucking out. Tel: 07850 942094

Cleaner Available Reliable and thorough. Also light gardening. Hours, pay negotiable. Tel: 07881 365128

Miscellaneous

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

J W Wilkins Top Quality Seasoned and Kiln Dried Firewood. Competitive prices available in bags or loose. Tel: 01858 535296 / 07889 194331

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A natural oak timber framed building really can be awe inspiring.

At Natural Structures we are

passionate about capturing the beauty of oak and using the skills of our architects and artisan craftsmen

to create fabulous living spaces.

For more information call 01858 545 518

or email [email protected]

To see more please visit our websitewww.natural-structures.co.uk

Main Contractor Service · Architectural Services New Builds · Extensions · Orangeries

Conservatories · Garages · Garden Rooms Barns · Stables · Home offices · Car Ports

Design | Plan | Build

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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.co.uk

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

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.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

Charities

Many thanks to all who gave to Air Ambulance this month - £15.45

HARRIS & CLARKECHARTERED

ACCOUNTANTS…Specialising In...

Farms, Estates and Rural Businesses

Since 1986

For further information or a free noobligation meeting please contact:

Oak House Farm, Braybrooke, Northamptonshire, LE 16 8LH7 Billing Road, Northampton, NN1 5AN

www.harrisandclarke.co.ukTelephone 01604 622274

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You can check our full sales list online

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Joy Brankin-Frisby William Green Louise Newton William Young Market Harborough 01858 410200

Fleckney, Leicestershire

Character home in a wonderful rural location with circa 1.5 acres

• Farmhouse style living kitchen• 3 reception rooms• Orangery• Master suite with en suite shower room• 4 further bedrooms• Outbuildings and barn• Circa 1.5 acres in total• EPC Rating E

£ Guide price – £795,000

Great Oxendon, Northamptonshire

2 building plots with full planning for a 6 bedroom detached home

• 2 beautifully positioned plots• Full planning permission granted• Proposed dwelling with 6 bedrooms• Integral garage• Plots of circa 0.6 acres and 0.8 acres• Backing onto open countryside• Magnificent views• Additional land available separatley

£ Guide price – £425,000 each

Hallaton, Leicestershire

Magnificent country house standing in an elevated position

• Grade II Listed• Four reception rooms• Kitchen with utility and pantry• Three bedrooms with en suite• Three further bedrooms• Two family bathrooms• Excellent outbuildings• In all about 1.8 acres

£ Guide price – £1,650,000

Artist impression

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Basic groundworks to complex builds, from concept to completion, we provide an unrivalled

and outstanding building service.

Spring Hill House The Meadows Kilby Road Fleckney LE8 8BQTel 0116 240 4149 Mobile 07866 562229 Email [email protected]

• Bespoke House Building

• Track & Road Maintenance

• Restoration & Renovation

• Agricultural Buildings

• Foundations & Bases

• Concreting & Drainage

RJ Tree Services Ltd are specialists in the following:

• Tree Condition Surveys, Risk Assessments and Management Plans using specialist GPS software

• Tree Surveys and Reports to the BS5837 (2012) Trees in Relation to Design, Demolition and Construction to accompany planning applications

• Applications to work on Tree Preservation Order trees and appeals against decisions by local planning authorities

RJ Tree Services Ltd holds Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance to £1m

Please contact either Richard Jones MICFor, F Arbor A or Laurie Angus ND Arb, TechArborA

Ground Floor Unit, 3 Millers Yard, Roman Way, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7PWTel: 01858 432938 Mob: 07765 792719

Email: [email protected]

www.rjtreeservices.co.uk

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.

B U I L D I N G & R E S T O R AT I O N

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NEW BUILDS

BESPOKE JOINERY

LISTED BUILDINGS

HANDBUILT KITCHENS

0116 259 8095office@gdtr usloveandson.com

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Ti m b e r f r a m e s

01858 [email protected]

Elsan Blue Toilet Liquid 2 ltr - £9.85 4 ltr - £16

Elsan Blue’s powerful anti-bacterial formula kills harmful bacteria and germs on contact whilst eliminating unpleasant odours.

Elsan Pink 2 ltr - £7.99

When added to the flush tank, Elsan Rinse keeps the toilet fresh and remove bad odours when the toilet is flushed.

Elsan Green Herbal Formula 2 ltr - £9.96

Perfumed Toilet Fluid, For all chemical toilets and cassettes.

Elsan green is a formaldehyde-free toilet fluid for all chemical toilets, waste holding tanks and cassettes. It kills germs and prevents odours to keep toilets safe, clean and fresh.

Available in store at

WELLAND VALLEY FEEDS

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Harrisons Energy No Mess 12.75kg £15.99

Walter Harrison’s Energy No Mess is a blend of high quality Sunflower Hearts, Peanut Granules and energy boosting seeds.

Harrisons Black Sunflower 12.75kg £13.99

Rich in energy giving oils, Black Sunflower Seeds will attract a variety of birds to your garden and can be fed from a bird table but ideally fed from a seed feeder.

WVF Sunflower Hearts22.68kg £27.95 13kg £18.95High in energy, sunflower hearts are a valuable and nutritious seed to have in any garden.

Eyebrook Wild Bird 20kg £10

The original Eyebrook Bird Feeds mix

Contains: Wheat, Millet, Kibbled Maize, Red Dari, Black Sunflower & Oilseed-rapeMixed on our award winning conservation farm

www.eyebrookwildbirdfeeds.co.uk Tel: 01536 770771

MIXED BIRD SEED

Store in a cool dry place

Temporary food shortage can occur at almost any time of the year, and if this happens during the breeding season, extra food on your bird table can make a big difference to the survival of young.

Fat balls box of 50 £7.49

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DIARY DATES

MAY 201801/05/18 Tuesday The British Horse Society Castration and Healthcare Clinic. Old Dalby Camp, Old Dalby, Melton Mowbray,

Leicestershire LE14 3NQ 9am - 4pm. Tel: Gemma 07964 622580 or Sophie 07583 015263. £80 - castration, passport, microchip and wormer. £25 - passport, microchip, wormer. This is not an open event, you must be booked on to attend.

02/05/18 Wednesday Leicestershire and Rutland Bridleways Association’s HAMBLETON BLUEBELLS RIDE. 6 miles mainly on private tracks, views of Rutland Water. For details, Membership and Ride Entry forms, visit LRBA’s website www.bridlewayslrba.org.uk or email [email protected]

06/05/18 Sunday The Fernie Point-to-point, Dingley, (A427, East of Market Harborough) Pony racing starts at 1pm 1st race is 138cm novice riders 2nd race is 148cm novice riders, 3rd race is 148cm Open. First horse race is 2pm (For more information please visit - www.midlandspointing.com)

06/05/18 Sunday HOPE 2018 Olney Grounds Equestrian Complex (A45) Daventry Road, Willoughby, Rugby CV23 8AJ

06/05/18 Sunday ngs Gardens Open for Charity. Westbrooke House, 52 Scotland Road, Little Bowden, Market Harborough LE16 8AX. Adults £5 Children free.

13/05/18 Sunday NORTHAMPTON BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB OPEN SHOW Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW To include In Hand and Ridden Showing, Mini and Open Show Jumping, Working Hunter, Gymkhana and Fun Classes. Schedules: www.pcuk.northampton branch or with SAE from Mrs K Amos, 52 High Street, Harpole, Northants. NN7 4BS Tel: 07704 511352 / 01604 832075 email: [email protected]

13/05/18 Sunday 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.

13/05/18 Sunday WPHPC Junior and Novice ODE. Hillside Farm, Grafton Road, Brigstock, NN14 3NA. Schedule to follow. Contact Katherine Painter 01536 373573 or see website (http://branches.pcuk.org.woodlandpytchley).

13/05/18 Sunday The Melton Hunt Club Point-to-point, Garthorpe, (on B676, 5m E of Melton Mowbray – LE14 2RS) First pony race 148cm novice rider at 1pm followed by 138cm open pony race then 148cm open pony race. First horse race 2pm. Admission £10 pre advance e-ticket from midlands pointing website, £13 on the gate race card not included. Under 16’s free admission to the point to point. (For more information please visit - www.midlandspointing.com)

13/05/18 Sunday Rearsby Lodge RC Open Indoor Dressage Show Brooksby Equestrian Centre, Brooksby, Nr Melton Mowbray LE14 2LJ www.rearsbylodge.com Contact Claire Atkins on 0116 2871662 for more information

18-20/05/18 Fri-Sun Rockingham International Horse Trials. Top Class Equestrian Sport. Cross Country, Show Jumping and Dressage. Over 75 trade stands, children’s activities and have a go dog agility. www.rockinghamcastlehorsetrials.com 01536 770240

21/05/18 Monday NORTHAMPTON BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB EVENING DRESSAGE Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW To include Walk & Trot, Introductory Tests, Prelim and Novice. Schedules: www.pcuk.northampton branch or with SAE from Mrs K Amos, 52 High Street, Harpole, Northants. NN7 4BS. Tel: 07704 511352/01604 832075 email: [email protected]

21/05/18 Monday RABI Countryside Race Meeting at Leicester Racecourse Race day timings can be found on the Leicester Racecourse website www.leicester-racecourse.com. Admission tickets £10 in advance, proceeds to RABI. Gate price on the day £14. Variety of tradestands. Prizes for best dressed lady and gentleman. For further details regarding sponsorship, hospitality and admission, contact Mary Martin 07525 323450 or email: [email protected] RABI Supporting Farming Families

24/05/18 Thursday Leicestershire and Rutland Bridleways Association’s HARBY RIDE. 9 miles on private land, bridleways, tracks and quiet lanes in the Vale of Belvoir. For details, Membership and Ride Entry forms, visit LRBA’s website www.bridlewayslrba.org.uk or email [email protected]

26/05/18 Saturday The Fitzwilliam Point-to-Point, Dingley, Dingley, (on A427, 1m East of Market Harborough) For more information please visit - www.midlandspointing.com

27/05/18 Sunday Pytchley Hunt Pony Club Open Show, Teeton NN6 8LH. Fun showing, show jumping, gymkhana, handy pony. Non pony club members welcome too. Entries on the day, or discounted in advance. For schedule visit http://branches.pcuk.org/pytchley/ or contact Lucy Meager, 07834-077129, [email protected]

29/05/18 Monday Witham Villa Junior Day. Tel: 01455 282694 www.withamvilla.co.uk

30/05/18 Tuesday Witham Villa Cross Country Day. Tel: 01455 282694 www.withamvilla.co.uk

30/05/18 Wednesday Market Harborough Gardening Club A Dairy Farmer’s Life by Jane Barnes. The Conservative Club, Fairfield Road, Market Harborough 7.30pm

31/05/18 Thursday Witham Villa Pony Club Day. Tel: 01455 282694 www.withamvilla.co.uk

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JUNE 201801/06/18 Friday Witham Villa Gymkhana Games and Fancy Dress Fun. Tel: 01455 282694 www.withamvilla.co.uk

02/06/18 Saturday The Meynell & South Staffs Point-to-point, Garthorpe, on the B676, 5m East of Melton Mowbray – LE14 2RS First pony race 148cm pony race at 1pm, First horse race 2pm. Admission £10 pre advance e-ticket from midlands pointing website, £13 on the gate race card not included. Under 16’s free admission to the point to point (For more information please visit - www.midlandspointing.com)

03/06/18 Sunday Leicestershire and Rutland Bridleways Association’s GLAPTHORN (near OUNDLE) RIDE. 9 or12 miles mainly on bridleways with spectacular views. For details, Membership and Ride Entry forms, visit LRBA’s website www.bridlewayslrba.org.uk or email [email protected]

03/06/18 Sunday Rearsby Lodge RC Open Indoor Dressage Show Brooksby Equestrian Centre, Brooksby, Nr Melton Mowbray LE14 2LJ www.rearsbylodge.com Contact Claire Atkins on 0116 2871662 for more information

04/06/18 Monday NORTHAMPTON BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB EVENING DRESSAGE Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW To include Walk & Trot, Introductory Tests, Prelim and Novice. Schedules: www.pcuk.northampton branch or with SAE from Mrs K Amos, 52 High Street, Harpole, Northants. NN7 4BS. Tel: 07704 511352/01604 832075 email: [email protected]

06/06/18 Wednesday Market Harborough Lifeboat Guild invites you and your friends to a Summer Sensation. A flower arranging demonstration by Linda Stamp at Kettering Grammer School 1.30pm for 2pm. Donation £8.50 including tea and light refreshments. Please send remittance (payable to RNLI) to Mrs Wendy England, 42 Hidcote Road, Oadby, Leics LE2 5PE. If you require acknowledgement of payment, please enclose SAE or provide an email address

10/06/18 Sunday PYTCHLEY HUNT OPEN DAY, FAMILY DOG SHOW & TERRIER & LURCHER SHOW (WITH QUALIFIERS). At the Hunt Kennels, Station Road, Brixworth, Northants, NN6 9BP from 2pm. Family dog show with fun classes. Working Terrier & Lurcher Show with Stonelands, NWTF and Countryman’s Weekly qualifiers. Lots of trade stands. Terrier racing. Refreshments and Licenced bar. Enquiries Tracey Murray 07799262456 or email [email protected]

10/06/18 Sunday Fernie Country Fair supporting the Air Ambulance. 12 noon - 5pm. Family Dog Show, Kennel Tours, Terrier Racing, Pony Club mounted display, Gundog display, Welland Valley Vintage Traction Club, Bar, BBQ, Hound Parade, Farriery, Tug of War, Cream Teas, Trade Stands, Sheep Shearing, Vintage Cars, Archery, Axe Throwing, Air Rifles, Rural Crafts, Rare Breeds and much more. Entry £5, children under 12 free. The Fernie Hunt Kennels, Nether Green, Great Bowden, Market Harborough LE16 7HF. Trade stand enquiries and further information from Claire Hudson 07714 253564 [email protected]

10/06/18 Sunday 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.

10/06/18 Sunday WPHPC Junior and Novice Eventer Trial plus Dressage. Hillside Farm, Grafton Road, Brigstock, NN14 3NA. Schedule to follow. Contact Katherine Painter 01536 373573 or see website (http://branches.pcuk.org.woodlandpytchley).

16/06/18 Saturday WPHSA Summer Ball Kettering Leisure Village, Black Tie, Tickets £40. For further details contact: Mrs Carol Lees 01536 790485 / 07739 393996 Email: [email protected]

17/06/18 Sunday Leicestershire and Rutland Bridleways Association’s HICKS LODGE RIDE. 11.5 or 13.5 miles in the Heart of the National Forest on bridleways, fields, parkland, some roadwork. For details, Membership and Ride Entry forms visit LRBA’s website www.bridlewayslrba.org.uk or email [email protected]

18/06/18 Monday NORTHAMPTON BRANCH OF THE PONY CLUB EVENING DRESSAGE Delapre Park, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW To include Walk & Trot, Introductory Tests, Prelim and Novice. Schedules: www.pcuk.northampton branch or with SAE from Mrs K Amos, 52 High Street, Harpole, Northants. NN7 4BS. Tel: 07704 511352/01604 832075 email: [email protected]

22/06/18 Friday Leicestershire and Rutland Bridleways Association’s PRESTWOLD RIDE. Up to 12 miles on Prestwold Estate nr Loughborough, ideal for novices/lead rein and experienced riders. For details, Membership and Ride Entry forms visit LRBA’s website www.bridlewayslrba.org.uk or email [email protected]

24/06/18 Sunday Witham Villa Clear Round Showjumping. Tel: 01455 282694 www.withamvilla.co.uk

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May Bank Holiday meeting, Fernie, Sunday 6th May Spring Bank Holiday meeting, Fitzwilliam, Saturday 26th May

Gates open at 11.30am, racing commences at 2pm

Admission: £15 per person including race card

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

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Dingley races, off the A427 at Dingley near Market Harborough, LE16 8PJ

www.dingleyraces.com

Do you require more than the usual catering support at your countryside or equestrian event?

Get in touch!

www.belistore.com email:[email protected] Tel:07736 815413

Belgium double chocolate & wild Canadian blueberry muffins are mixed and baked at each event, served so fresh they have a crispy crust. Customers actively wait for the next batch ‘born’ out of the oven.

To cater for the early risers we bake croissants, pain au chocolat and danish pastries. Served alongside fresh ground Illy coffee, Yorkshire tea, homemade hot chocolate infused with

Madagascan vanilla paste topped with real whipped cream in the warmer months, and homemade toasted marshmallow in the cooler months.

New for 2018

Belgian chocolate brownies

garnished with white

chocolate, popping candy

and honeycomb

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CottesbrookRiding For The Disabled Association

Charity No: 1074147

Charity Golf Day

Thursday, 17th May 2018Brampton Heath Golf Club

Over 50 volunteer helpers allow up to 50 disabled children

and adults per week enjoy riding or driving.The costs of ponies, stabling and maintenance are paid out of

funds raised

Supported by Welland Valley Feeds

A Summer evening of entertainment at Cottesbrooke Hall

Handlebards travelling players are again visiting Cottesbrooke and will be performing Shakespeare’s

‘Twelfth Night’ in the gardens at Cottesbrooke Hall on Saturday, 7th July.

Gates will open at 5.00pm for picnics to be set up and for the gardens to be enjoyed, which will be opened

for the evening. The show begins at 7.00pm until approximately 9.00pm.

For further information and ticket information, please visit our website www.cottesbrooke.co.uk

Fun for all the FamilyEntry £5 Children under 12 FREE

Trade stand enquiries and further information from Claire Hudson [email protected] 07714 253564

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

• Family Dog Show• Kennel Tours• Terrier Racing• Pony Club mounted display• Gundog display• Welland Valley Vintage Traction Club

Bar • BBQ • Hound Parade • FarrieryTug-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 10th June12 noon – 5pm

Kindly sponsored by Travis Perkins

Builders Merchant

01858 467600

PYTCHLEY HUNTOPEN DAY

& FAMILY DOG SHOW

SUNDAY 10TH JUNE 2018 AT 2.00PM

TERRIER & LURCHER SHOW (WITH QUALIFIERS)

FAMILY DOG SHOW * TERRIER RACING

LICENCED BAR, TRADE STANDS, REFRESHMENTS

The Pytchley Hunt Kennels Station Road, Brixworth,

ENQUIRIES 07799 262 456

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www.rockinghamcastlehorsetrials.com@RockinghamLive 01536 770240

TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINETICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE

18th-20th May 2018Top Class Equestrian Sport

Cross Country, Show Jumping & DressageOver 75 Trade Stands, Children’s Activities

& Have-A-Go Dog Agility

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