The first show of 2025 is here! I took my homebred Winnie to our local venue for her first 90cm class, ready to blow away the cobwebs and step up a level. Despite feeling surprisingly calm and excited, I somehow managed to ride like a bit of a Muppet! Nothing disastrous, but definitely not my best performance as I kept putting Winnie in some tricky spots before the jumps, making her work extra hard to get us out of trouble.
Honestly, I debated whether to even post this video because it’s not the kind of riding I’m proud of, and I know the internet critics will have a field day. But then I realised how important it is to share the not-so-perfect days, too. Every amateur rider has these moments where they feel rusty or make silly mistakes, and I hope this video reminds you that it’s okay to have an off day—it’s all part of the journey.
Thankfully, Winnie was an absolute star and really dug deep to help me out. And good news: I’ve already had a much better jumping lesson since this show, so stay tuned for that video coming soon! For now, enjoy the highs and lows of our first outing of the year, and let’s all agree that the only way is up from here!
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Videos You Might Enjoy:
This Was Huge For Me, Come BTS!
https://youtu.be/4SymvNyy9N4
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SAVAGE COACH Meets 'CRAZY' PONY
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Watch my dressage instructor, Rich, as he meets Bear after her 3-year break. Can Rich’s brutal honesty handle our favorite pony?
Simon Plays Chase Me Charlie on Wilma 👀
https://youtu.be/7539YL2KbMY
Dive into pony camp with Simon Grieve and me as we challenge Wilma in a thrilling Chase Me Charlie competition!
VALI WAS RUSHED TO HOSPITAL
https://youtu.be/AzugPygqtBQ
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THE DAY IT ALL CAME CRASHING DOWN
https://youtu.be/2r2D2tf8fGg
Experience the highs and lows of eventing with Jammy at Ascott Under Wychwood, including the challenges we faced.
One of My MOST SPECIAL Days Eventing!
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Join me as I take Winnie to her second 80cm event and achieve a sentimental victory—my first win on a homebred horse!
Ultimate CHASE ME CHARLIE ~ Jam VS Winnie
https://youtu.be/BapE4DIFojc
The long-awaited showdown between Jam and Winnie in the ultimate Chase Me Charlie challenge!
BADMINTON (Part 2) Showjumping & Cross Country
https://youtu.be/3543PiFpzR4
Relive the excitement as I tackle the jumping phases at Badminton Grassroots—my first time at 100 and Jam's impressive performance.
MEET MY NEW HORSE (The big reveal)
https://youtu.be/NaWA6He2Pdw
Get the first look at my new horse and join the excitement of the big reveal!
DECISION TIME IN IRELAND 🇮🇪
https://youtu.be/789EbhMxiK8
Follow along as I make crucial decisions during my horse shopping trip in Ireland.
THE MOST HORSES WE TRIED IN A DAY (Part 3)
https://youtu.be/zDHAd0xN5lA
Experience the excitement and challenges of trying multiple horses in one day.
IRISH HORSE SHOPPING TRIP CONTINUED
https://youtu.be/E8FpPv1nYkI
Join me for more of our Irish horse shopping adventure.
BUYING HORSES IN IRELAND (Part 1)
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The beginning of our journey buying horses in Ireland—what you need to know!
SHOWJUMPING AFTER A FALL ~ Bicton 3 Day Event (Part 3)
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Watch as I have to showjump on the final day after a fall at Bicton 3 Day Event.
BEAR'S FOAL REVEAL ~ We’ve Waited 2 Years for This…
https://youtu.be/HsTdDpO78Kg
The long-awaited reveal of Bear’s foal—see the adorable new addition!
RIDING 2 HORSES AT BADMINTON GRASSROOTS (Jumping Day)
https://youtu.be/hrOCskl2wgE
Catch all the action as I ride two horses at Badminton Grassroots on jumping day.
I HAVE MY WORST EVER HORSE FALL ~ Bicton 3 Day Event (Part 2)
https://youtu.be/llm5oaJvr3U
Watch my most challenging fall at Bicton 3 Day Event and how I dealt with it.
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