The BHS 2019 Annual Awards were held at Saddlers’ Hall on Friday 22 November. These awards recognise the achievements an individual, group or organisation has made across the Society. This could be securing new equestrian access, improving equestrian welfare or campaigning for Equestrian Safety.
We are truly grateful for the valuable contribution made by these individuals and organisations and this is our way to ensure that they receive the appreciation and recognition they deserve. Our heartfelt thanks and congratulations go to this year’s winners.
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Please see below for a full list of awards and 2019 award winners.
Lifetime Awards
President's Award
The pinnacle of these awards is our President’s Award, which recognises exceptional service. This rewards those individuals who go over and above all expectations for the BHS, our members and horses.
Awarded to:
Claire Aldridge
Award of Merit
Presented to up to six individuals for consistently excellent service to the Society over a period of years.
Awarded to:
Dr Phil Wadey
Janice Bridger
Penny Dodd, Durham
Ruth Dodd, Derbyshire Chairman
The Bodynfoel Award
Presented to an individual or group for excellent service in promoting the work of the Society.
Awarded to:
Morag Cartney, Ayrshire
Helen Barton Smith Silver Stirrup Award
Presented to an individual for meritorious work in support of young riders.
Awarded to:
Ms Pat Bishop, Manor Farm, Somerset
Society Awards
Equine Personality of the Year Award
For the horse or pony that does the most for people.
Awarded to:
Dotty (Posthumous)
Volunteer of the Year Award 2019
For the volunteer who has made a positive impact on their fellow volunteer and/or a significant achievement for the Society.
Awarded to:
Ms Jane McDowall, BHS Dumfries & Galloway
Young Persons Award 2019
For a person under 25 years who shows outstanding potential and achievement.
Awarded to:
Ms Robyn Smith
The Pamela Almond Changing Lives through Horses Achieve Award
For a participant in the CLTH programme who has shown exceptional growth and commitment to their personal development.
Awarded to:
Miss Lily Arnold
Access Awards
Access Award
For excellent service by an individual, a volunteer (team) or Equestrian Access Group in furtherance of enhanced equestrian access including carriage driving.
Awarded to:
Mrs Sylvia Briggs, Durham 2026 Research Group
Access Award (Organisation)
For excellent service by an organisation, business or professional person in furtherance of enhanced equestrian access.
Awarded to:
Hampshire Countryside Access Forum
Safety Awards
Safety Award
For excellent service by a person, persons, or group in the cause of road safety in their community.
Awarded to:
​Richard McKenzie, Northumberland Council
Tarquin Trophy
For excellent service by an organisation, business or business associate in the cause of equestrian safety.
Awarded to:
Constable in Road Policing Unit, Scotland and Mounted Unit
Welfare Awards
Welfare Award
For consistently excellent service by an individual, volunteer (team) or group in the cause of equine welfare.
Awarded to:
Margaret Paterson
Welfare Award (Organisation)
For consistently excellent service by an organisation, business or professional person in the cause of equine welfare.
Awarded to:
Zoetis
Education Awards
Accredited Professional Coach Award - Approved Centre
For a coach who has made the greatest difference to their students and the field of equestrian training within an Approved Centre.
Awarded to:
Ben Mitchell-Winter, Littebourne Equestrian
Accredited Professional Coach Award – Freelance
For a freelance coach who has made the greatest difference to their students and the field of equestrian training.
Awarded to:
Carly Moore
Changing Lives Through Horses Coach Award
For a Coach in the CLTH programme who has shown exceptional dedication to their participant’s personal growth and development.
Awarded to:
Mrs Tracy Steel, Tyne & Wear RDA
Approvals
Approved Centre
For the centre that has made the greatest difference to their community.
Awarded to:
RDA Sandyflat, Glasgow
Exceptional Awards (Not presented every year)
The Lady Elizabeth Kirk Award
This award celebrates individuals, businesses or organisations who have voluntarily dedicated a bridleway.
Awarded to:
Michael Tucker (Posthumous)
Chairman's Commendation
For exceptional work by a BHS Committee, British Riding Club or Equestrian Access Group.
Awarded to:
Hallam Riders
The Elwyn Hartley-Edwards Award
For a writer, broadcaster or publication whose work has been particularly beneficial to promoting the enjoyment of equestrianism and raising awareness of BHS campaigns and wider issues within the equine industry.
Awarded to:
John Craven OBE
Exceptional Achievement Award
For a notable triumph against the odds showing determination, courage and sportsmanship.
Awarded to:
Clarissa Dawson (Posthumous), BHS Assessor
Fundraising Award
For a superlative effort in raising funds for the Society or in recognition of an innovative fundraising method e.g. this may be a new idea that can be successfully repeated year after year.
Awarded to:
BHS Orkney
BRC Awards
BRC Club of the Year Award
Awarded to:
Saffron & District RC
BRC Volunteer of the Year
Awarded to:
Kay Bradley
Leo Harris Award
Awarded to:
Steve Johnson
BRC NAF Partnership Award
Awarded to:
Penny Jann
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