Magpie Centre West Norfolk RDA

24/12/2025

🎄Merry Christmas from The Magpie Centre!🎄

As we reach the end of another year, we want to send our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported us—our riders, volunteers, families, donors, and the wider community who champion the work we do every single day.

Your kindness keeps our horses happy, our sessions running, and our riders smiling.

From all of us at West Norfolk RDA, we wish you a peaceful, joyful Christmas filled with warmth, laughter, and moments that matter 🎅

Here’s to a bright and hopeful New Year ahead ✨

23/12/2025

🍰 After a busy start, some of our volunteers who came to poo pick this morning, enjoyed a well earned treat! A delicious white chocolate and cranberry cake kindly donated by Lee from The Barn Restaurant - Baytree Of Hilgay ✨

🌟 A huge thank you to the wonderful volunteers who are poo picking and helping throughout the Christmas period. Your hard work keeps the Magpie Centre running smoothly every single day 🎄

20/12/2025

Two of the magpie volunteer team Aynsley & Jan spent the weekend and look who they spotted !

20/12/2025

💚 A heartfelt thank you from The Magpie Centre RDA 💚

We would like to share our gratitude to Mandi (pictured far right in the green top), who recently chose The Magpie Centre to receive donations made in memory of her mum. Following her mum’s funeral, an incredible £340 was collected for the Centre.

These donations mean more than words can say. They help us care for our horses and ponies, keep our sessions running, and continue providing life-changing therapy and riding opportunities to children and adults with additional needs.

In-memory collections and gifts are an incredibly meaningful way to support the Centre. Whether it’s a collection at a funeral or choosing to remember us in your Will, every gift – large or small, makes a real and lasting difference to the people who rely on our services.

From all of us here: thank you to Mandi, her family, and everyone who contributed in honour of her mum. Your kindness honours a life, and helps us change others. 💚🦄

If you’d like to know more about leaving a gift in your Will or supporting us in memory of a loved one, we’re always happy to talk.

18/12/2025

✨🎄 Christmas Spirit at The Maggie Centre! 🎄✨

This week our riders, horses, staff and volunteers have been spreading festive joy in every corner of the Centre. From sparkling smiles to seasonal touches in the indoor school, it’s been wonderful to see everyone getting into the Christmas spirit together!

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16/12/2025

🎁 Still searching for that perfect last‑minute Christmas gift?
Look no further… we’ve got you covered!🎄

🐴 Carriage Driving Gift Vouchers
☕ Tea with a Pony Gift Vouchers
🎶 Ceilidh Tickets

Give the gift of unforgettable experiences this Christmas – something truly special to look forward to in the New Year!

📩 Email us today to secure yours before the big day!

magpiecentrewnrda@hotmail.co.uk

* All vouchers are valid for 1 year from the date of purchase

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16/12/2025

📣 Trustee Opportunity: Secretary (Volunteer)

The West Norfolk Riding for the Disabled Association – The Magpie Centre is seeking a Trustee Secretary to join our dedicated Board of Trustees.

This voluntary role is ideal for someone who is organised, reliable and passionate about supporting a local charity that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities through riding and carriage driving.

Key responsibilities include:
▪️ Preparing agendas, papers and minutes for trustee meetings
▪️ Acting as the main point of contact for RDA UK, the Charity Commission and Companies House
▪️ Supporting good governance and effective board communication

You’ll be joining a friendly and committed board of around 10 trustees, with the option to also get involved as an active volunteer at the Centre if you wish.

📍 Based in West Norfolk
📩 To find out more or express interest, contact Sue Wilson at suewilson2101@gmail.com

🔗 Full role details: https://rda-westnorfolk.org.uk/trustee-opportunity-secretary/

Please like, comment or share to help us reach someone who could make a meaningful impact.

15/12/2025

✨🐴 Pony Club Pride at The Magpie Centre 🐴✨

Today we celebrated a wonderful milestone as three of our Pony Club participants- Keira, Jessica and Jessa - received their first achievement badges and certificates! 🎉

👏 Well done girls! Your dedication and hard work over the past few months has truly shone through! We are so proud of everything you have achieved so far and can’t wait to continue the journey of learning and fun with more Pony Club badges in the new year!

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14/12/2025

✨ Last chance alert! ✨
Our final few 2026 Magpie Centre calendars are still available — once they’re gone, they’re gone!

📅 Celebrate the year ahead while supporting the work we do with Riding for the Disabled.

💙 Every purchase helps us continue making a difference.

The Perfect Gift...🎁
The Magpie Centre - West Norfolk RDA 2026 Calendars.
£9.99 & ALL funds go directly to The Magpie Centre too!✨

13/12/2025

✨ A wonderful afternoon at the opening of the St Mary’s Church, Denver Christmas Tree Festival! The church looked magical, filled with beautifully decorated trees that captured the joy of the season. 🎄

We’re truly grateful that the Magpie Centre was chosen as one of the charities to benefit from this year’s festival. Thank you to everyone involved for your support—it means so much to us. 💜

10/12/2025

📢 AGM Notice – West Norfolk RDA (The Magpie Centre)

You’re warmly invited to the Annual General Meeting of West Norfolk Riding for the Disabled Association (inc. Carriage Driving – The Magpie Centre).

🗓 Wednesday 28 January 2026
⏰ 7:00pm
📍 The Clock Room, Downham Market Town Hall, Bridge Street, Downham Market, PE38 9DW

The meeting will cover the Directors’ Statement and audited accounts (year ended 31 May 2025), Annual Report, auditor re-appointment, and election of the Board of Trustees.

🐴 After the AGM: a talk by Emma Paul on “The Nest at Magpie” + refreshments.

Full notice here: https://rda-westnorfolk.org.uk/16681-2/