Rider dies following fall at riding club one-day event

A rider has died following a fall at a one-day event at the weekend.

The female rider, who has not been named, was taking part in the Solihull Riding Club one-day event on Saturday (13 July) afternoon when she fell from her horse.

West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to the incident but the rider died at the scene.

A statement for British Riding Clubs (BRC) said: “It is with the deepest regret that we announce that a rider died, following a fatal incident, whilst competing at the Solihull Riding Club one-day event today.

“The next of kin have been informed. Solihull Riding Club and BRC extend their deepest sympathy to the family of the rider at this tragic time.”

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Article written by: Becky Murray