Determined horsewoman Niamh Simmons has overcome a life-limiting condition to score joint sixth place in her class in a prestigious national competition for disabled riders – just months after getting back in the saddle. Niamh (41) of Grindlow, near Buxton – whose mobility is severely restricted by multiple sclerosis –… Continue reading Disabled rider Niamh celebrates national competition success
Talented horsewoman Niamh Simmons has triumphed over adversity and set the bar even higher by qualifying for a prestigious national competition for disabled riders – just months after getting back in the saddle. Niamh (41) of Grindlow, near Buxton – whose mobility is severely restricted by multiple sclerosis – has… Continue reading Disabled rider Niamh strides out to regional success
Happier days are on the horizon for Buxton-based Helen Atkin Group, Riding for the Disabled (RDA) as a £140,000 covered equestrian arena starts to take shape. Groundwork has started to lay firm foundations for the 30 metres by 50 metres structure, which will enable disabled riders of all ages and… Continue reading Brighter times ahead for High Peak’s disabled riders