Reach Riders Group

About Reach Riders Group (RRG)

The overall aims of the Reach Riders Group (RRG) are to promote safe and enjoyable riding within the local community. RRG specifically aims to:

• Promote participation in, and provide facilities for riding.

• Encourage riding as a sport and recreation, to promote good fellowship amongst riders and to improve and maintain the standards of riding and horsemanship.

• Provide a facility which gives access to ride in a safe and designated area.

• Provide opportunities to ride in the local area.

• Encourage a good understanding between the local community and horse riders.

• Support the existence of Bridleways and Rights of Way with a view to opposing their closure.

• Concern itself with any subject which will benefit horses and riders in the local area. To achieve these aims RRG:

• Maintains and administrates the RRG Arena which was constructed in 2016 and it provides a safe space for riders of all levels to ride and jump. It is only open to Members.

 • Arranges lessons in the Arena delivered by a Qualified Coach.

• Organises lectures on horse welfare and safety. These are open to non-members.

• Donates to World Horse Welfare in Norfolk.

• Organises social gatherings for local riders.

• Contributes to national campaigns, for example, Safe Riding for All.

 • Contributes to local, regional and national groups seeking protection for Bridleways and Rights of Way.

 • Promotes safe riding in the local area, e.g. signage.

• Organises an annual Ride Out between Christmas and New Year.

• Organises fund-raising events to cover the cost of arena maintenance.

• Maintains a Members Community Facebook group to support local riders and promote safe practices. FB posts are used to liaise with and support Members.