Percy and Morven made a new friend this morning when Pete Wishart MP popped along to say hello. Pete met with some of our committee members and was very interested in hearing about the work we do in the local community, together with our plans to celebrate our Golden Jubilee. He was also keen to offer his support after…
Blairgowrie RDA is celebrating after a generous donation from a Carsie resident enabled us to greatly improve our facilities. The group received the bequest from John O’Rafferty on behalf of his late wife Phyllis in memory of their daughter Claire, who sadly died at the age of four in March 1995. Thanks to the family’s kindness, we have taken…
We did it! Team Blairgowrie RDA have completed their Wellmeadow Walkathon and we were delighted to have a chat after our slot with Jordan’s mum Susan, who organised the 24-hour event in memory of her young son. It was a real pleasure to be involved in this very worthwhile fundraiser, which raised an incredible £8000+. The money will fund…
The latest issue of the Blairgowrie & Rattray Hub magazine is out now and – as always – it’s packed with news, activities and events around the town (including some exciting details about Blairgowrie RDA’s 50th anniversary!) Click the link to read this issue: https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/65608404/blairgowrie-rattray-hub-magazine-summer-2021
As many of you will know, this year is the 50th anniversary of Blairgowrie Riding for the Disabled, but – like so many events around the country – COVID-19 has put paid to our planned celebrations to mark this incredible milestone. All is not lost, however – although the group was founded in 1971, lessons didn’t actually start until…
Blairgowrie RDA is delighted to have received a very generous donation of £200 from the Inner Wheel Club of Perth. Their support is very much appreciated! Meriel Walker, the Club’s secretary, said: “We are always happy to support local organisations, especially in these difficult times.” Thank you!
Congratulations to Anji Styles, who’s won a fabulous £100 cash prize in our April Clip Clop Club 100 draw! A delighted Anji said: “What a lovely surprise to hear I’d won the Clip Clop 100 Draw. It made my day!” Each month, a number is chosen at random to win our big prize. If you haven’t already signed up,…
Many congratulations to Clive Goodman, who has won the £100 cash prize in Blairgowrie Riding for the Disabled’s March Clip Clop Club 100 prize draw. Clive said: “I am delighted to be a winner of the RDA Clip Clop Club draw and to know my donation has supported Blairgowrie RDA, the ponies and the volunteers, who give their time…
HRH The Princess Royal, President of Riding for the Disabled, shares her hope that groups will be able to restart as soon as possible after lockdown. https://youtu.be/RnwUUDrhWOo
Are you looking to get involved in local activities or keen to join or support a local group? Why not visit the Co-op’s Co-operate website (link below) where groups from around the country – including Blairgowrie Riding for the Disabled – list events, activities and news? The Co-op has community at its heart and we’re thrilled to be part…
