ABOUT HAWKESBURY RIDING CLUB
Hawkesbury Riding Club (HRC) is located in Clarendon, NSW and has a membership of 300 people.
Fortnightly training days are held or members along with regular open competitions throughout the year.
The HRC grounds feature a number of comprehensive equestrian facilities. Including;
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4 full-size sand dressage arenas
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Showjumping arena
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A multi-level cross-country course
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Wash bays
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There is also a canteen, clubhouse and plenty of parking. The grounds are available for to hire to EA members. Please get in touch our secretary, Gail Benson.
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HRC aims to:
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Promote the development of each individual’s skills and knowledge of horsemanship.
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Expose riders and their horses to a variety of equestrian disciplines and activities.
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Provide opportunities for riders with inexperienced horses to expose them to a variety of situations that they may expect to meet in a more competitive environment.
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Prepare those riders, who are so inclined, for more formal competition.
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Provide an opportunity for people of all ages, with a common interest to interact in a spirit of friendship and good sportsmanship.
THE HISTORY OF HAWKESBURY RIDING CLUB
Originally founded as Kellyville Riding Club in 1978, HRC was created to provide facilities for the many people involved in equestrian activities in the Hills District. The club is one of the very few that welcome riders of all ages – a fact that we believe is a key to the growth of our membership.
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HRC relocated to new grounds at Clarendon in 2005, after spending many years located at Commercial Rd in Kellyville. After losing the grounds, we had several temporary homes, the first was at Hills District pony club grounds and then the Vines pony club ground for a short time before we finally found the new grounds at Clarendon.
At the 2008 AGM, it was decided by the membership to change the club’s name to Hawkesbury Riding Club. Since arriving at Clarendon in 2005, HRC has developed the site to provide a number of comprehensive equestrian facilities.