Horse lovers rejoice – Willinga Park is set to open its doors on Saturday, March 18.
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The Bawley Point equestrian centre will host an open day for the community, with gates opening at 8.30am and the official opening at 9.30am.
There will be plenty of events on offer including a Double Dan horsemanship demonstration, jousting performances, a dressage masterclass hosted by Roger Fitzhardinge and Brett Parbery featuring paralympian Sue-Ellen Lovett and Willinga Park’s Bloomfield Royalist.
A showjumping competition featuring a course designed by John Vallance and a campdrafting training clinic will also be held.
While the horse activities will take centre stage, owner Terry snow said the event is also a chance to thank the public.
“Our open day will be a great opportunity to thank the people of Bawley Point who have really come on this journey with us,” Mr Snow said.
“There has been a lot of activity going on at Willinga Park over the past couple of years and we truly want to thank everyone and invite them to come along and check it out for themselves.
- -Terry Snow
“There has been a lot of activity going on at Willinga Park over the past couple of years and we truly want to thank everyone and invite them to come along and check it out for themselves.”
Tours of botanic gardens and sculptures will also be on offer, including a final garden tour on Sunday, March 19.
Children can enjoy pony rides, petting paddocks, face painting and jumping castles.
Entry is free, however a gold coin donation at the gate will go to Murramarang Men’s Shed.
Register to attend the open day here. Food and beverages will be sold on the day. Limited EFTPOS facilities are available so bring cash if you are looking to purchase anything. Dogs are not permitted.
All adults must register plus kids aged six and up.
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