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The Donkey Breed Society Championship Show 2024!

The Donkey Breed Society Championship Show 2024! OUR 51 ST NATIONAL DONKEY SHOW SCHEDULE SATURDAY 17 AUGUST 2024 -To be held at Moreton Morrell College, Warks. CLOSING DATE FOR ALL ENTRIES: MONDAY 22nd JULY 2024 Schedule, Entry and Fees form available for download. DBS 2024 Entry form DBS 2024 National Show Schedule DBS 2024 National […]

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Security Warning

Following notice of an incredibly upsetting situation involving the abuse of a members donkey by an as yet unknown perpetrator we would urge everyone to consider their security surrounding yards and fields. If possible CCTV and an Alarm may be considered. Install security lights Visits to the yard or field should be frequent and if […]

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Update to the Livestock Export Regulations

Updates have been made to the Livestock Export Regulations. Anyone transporting Donkeys overseas are advised to familiarise themselves with the updated regulations and the differing rules for live export from Northern Ireland as to those from the rest of the United Kingdom. Livestock Export Regulations Update  

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Setting up for the Showing Season?

Want to have a go and not sure where to begin?  Want to come along and watch some fabulous donkeys in action?  Every year lots of our members look forward to taking part, having a go at fun activities, enjoying a great day out. You don’t have to own a donkey to come along and […]

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Lord Mayor’s visit Launches ‘RICHMOND POPPIES’ Tour in York

Donkeys were in attendance at York Army Museum as a cascade of hundreds of crafted purple poppies were officially revealed on Saturday, April 13 at 1.00 pm to The Rt Hon Lord Mayor of York, the Rev Councillor Chris Cullwick, Lady Mayoress, Mrs Joy Cullwick, Sheriff of York, Ms Sue Hunter and Sheriff’s Consort, Mr […]

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Sad News

It is with great sadness that we inform our members of the death of a very long standing member, Valerie Newton on the 6th March.      Val will be long remembered for the junior days she hosted at her home in Edenbridge and the family support for local shows and our Championship Show.  In recent months […]

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DBS participates again in Your Horse Live 10-12th November 2023

The DBS will be at Your Horse Live again! https://www.yourhorselive.co.uk/ Lots to see and do at Stoneleigh Park on the 10th – 12th November. Come and shop at over 300 equine stands, watch the world’s best riders perform in the SEIB Arena, learn from the experts in our practical hands on demos and have your chance to meet and snap a selfie or […]

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Championship Show – a great day for all involved

Congratulations to all the winners at the Championship Show on 19th August.  You will find the results and photos on the webpage here. Many thanks to all who entered the competitions and agility – it’s great to see new entries alongside the more experienced participants.  Huge thanks to all who worked so hard behind the […]

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John Rae

It is with sadness that we report the passing of John Rae on Friday 1st September following his cancer diagnosis.  John was a Council member and a member of the Finance committee.  Together with his wife, Lorraine, they bred, showed and enjoyed their miniature donkeys for many years.

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