Hunt News

Starting off near Milfield, Wooler this 10 mile ride in the foothills of the Cheviots was well attended. Riders came from far and wide, completing the course in groups with some jumping the optional fences. Everyone enjoyed the stunning scenery and fine weather.

Where better to watch the big race from Aintree than over a delicious lunch in the Cuddystone Hall? This was well-attended event and, despite the logistical challenges, the organisers pulled off a superb day with live coverage of the race and everyone entered a draw for the winning horse.

The CV Hunt Supporters put on a fantastic cooked breakfast in the Cuddystone Hall in the College Valley. This was a great gathering of people from across the wider hunting community, many of whom then joined in a day’s trail hunting in one of England’s most spectacular locations.

Unfortunately the CVNNH’s annual point-to-point had to be cancelled due to waterlogged ground.

Andrew Osborne gave a fascinating talk about his epic 3,000 mile solo row across the Atlantic in memory of his daughter Amy. The Amy Osborne Fund raises funds for helping to idenfiy cardiac risk in the young. A fine dinner preceeded the talk and then Andrew answered questions from the audience.

A carols evening was held at St Gregory’s Church Kirknewton with carols, readings and a few Christmas songs from the CVNNH choir. Mulled wine and mince pies helped the congregation singing after the interval. The evening was hosted by George Farr and the Rev Canon Brian Hurst led prayers.

The NNH Supporters Club hosted its annual Hunt Quiz at Etal Village Hall. Twenty-two teams took part, navigating eight rounds of questions.

A huge collection or pre-loved clothes went on sale at the Lady Waterford Hall, Ford, raising money for the hunt and McMillan Cancer Care.

The NNH Supporters hosted an evening at Pallinsburn and an evening of music and dancing with the Piano Men. The ballroom was set up with tables for a bring-your-own-picnic and then the trio, Paul McDermott on piano, David Wood on keyboards and Julia Wailes-Fairbairn on vocals, performed a range of music from old jazz and…