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‘She leaves a legacy of kindness’: farewell to dressage rider and Pony Club stalwart

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‘She leaves a legacy of kindness’: farewell to dressage rider and Pony Club stalwart

Julia died on 20 August at the age of 78. She was a former district commissioner of the Wylye Valley branch of Pony Club and competed up to PSG level in dressage. Julia owned six horses and was active in the riding and showjumping world. She is survived by her two daughters, Charlotte and Liz. They say she leaves a legacy of kindness, supportiveness and service to the equine world and a multitude of friendships. For over 20 years Julia was also a sought-after West Country show jumper. Her last job was as a betting operator at racecourses.

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