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Barry’s funeral will be on January 2nd 2026 at 2pm at the Beetham Hall Crematorium, Beetham, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7BQ and afterwards at The Brookside, Lake Road, Windermere, LA23 2BX

thanks Caroline

Please see the response from Baroness Hayman following our recent canvassing of the local MP’s regarding Labours manifesto pledge banning Trail Hunting. Positive news for Hound Racing.

I write to let you know that Barry Laidler passed away yesterday after a short spell in hospital. Barry had been a long standing member of the Hound Racing Association attending from a young age with his father and mother and his brothers Roy, Patrick and Tom. Over the years they had many dogs and had many adventures both running and promoting hound trails in the south lakes area. One of his most favourite hounds was Bestmate who won the International Puppy race at Gamelsby along with his other hound Winterfell who won the Senior Championship title a couple of years ago which was one of Barry’s proudest moments. Barry was a member of the South Lakes Area for many years and until just recently held the position of Chairman. Barry was also Chairman of the Hound Racing Association for twelve years and was made a Life Member when he stepped down. Anybody who knew Barry and regardless of his diagnosis of Parkinson’s could not be in any doubt of his determination to enjoy and pursue the sport he loved despite what life had to throw at him, he was a true inspiration to others not to let life get you down. He was quick witted and retained his cheeky sense of humour right up to the end, he will be missed by many. Our thoughts and condolences to Caroline and Barry’s wider family.

Please note that this year the All Area December Meeting will be taking place on the 14th December at 1.00pm at the Conservative Club Keswick. The meeting is open to all those who are members of their respective Area Committees. Agenda to follow.

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It is with sadness that i share the news that Joe Mather has passed away, Joe had hounds for many years with his most recent one being Denver, past hounds included Bandrake reliant. Joe and his wife Rita used to have the Fox and Hounds at Ennerdale and you were always guaranteed a good crack about hound trailing and the different hounds running at the time. RIP Joe think of the family and friends at this sad time.

Thanks Christine

1. Lucky Legend x Samcro
2. Thorn Bird x Milo Moon
3. Foxparke Bugga Boo x Bestmate
4. Foxparke Sidekick x Inspect

Need final numbers for tickets by Monday morning please thanks Fiona 07584660379

Cockermouth and Workington Area Points Winners 2025
Cockermouth Area Points
Senior Hound – Silver Dream
Open Pups – Tucker
Opposite Sex Open Pups – Busy Rascal
Senior Maidens – Foxparke Whoosh
Puppy Maiden – Foxxparke Cheese and Beans
Open Non Winners – Foxparke Cheese and Beans and Lucky Legend
Open Maiden – Paddy The Plasterer
Open Restricted – Blue Striker
Veteran – Tie – Miterdale Duchess and Eagle Rock
David and Elsie Harrison Memorial Trophy – Silver Dream
Moathill Trophy (Fields) – Silver Dream
Local Points Competition
Senior Hounds – Silver Dream
Open Pups – Tucker
Senior Maiden – Thorn Heart
Puppy Maiden – Thorn Bee
Open Non Winners – Tie – Minnie and Affirmation
Open Maidens – Paddy The Plasterer
Open Restricted – Malfunction
Veteran – Bretton

Border Supporters Trophies

Bewcastle Area
George Nixon – Open Maiden with most points at Bewcastle Trails
SENOR
Ratchford Trophy – Open Restricted with most points at Bewcastle Trails
MILLIES LAD
Moscrow Rose Bowl – Local Senior Hound most points at Spadeadam Trails
SPORTSMAN
Spadeadam Farm Trophy – Local Puppy most points at Spadeadam Trails
DELTA FORTUNE
Full Area Trophy – Senior Hound with most points at all area trails
SPORTSMAN
Full Area Trophy – Puppy with most points at all area trails
DELTA FORTUNE

Scottish Borders Area
George Ferguson – Puppy with most points at all area trails
JENNYS CHANCE
Tom Reid – Hound with most wins at all area trails
SPORTSMAN
Longtown Bowling Club – Local Senior Hound most points at all area trails
SPORTSMAN
Longtown Bowling Club – Local Puppy with most points at all area trails
DENTON PHANTOM
George Telford – Hound or puppy with most points at all area trails (wins not included)
MILLIES LASS
Alice Telford Trophy – 2nd Grade Hound with most points at all area trails
FIRE LADY / HUNTSMANS SPARKLE

North Tyne Area
Greenalls – Open Senior Hound with most points at all area trails
SPORTSMAN
Cromie and Robinson – Open Puppy with most points at all area trails
TUCKER
Milecastle Inn – Local Senior Hound with most points at all area trails
SPORTSMAN
George Walton – Local Puppy most points at all area trails
DELTA FORTUNE 
Terry Spark – 2nd Grade Hound with most points at all area trails
INSPECT
Norman Wilson – Puppy Maiden with most points at all area trails
DENTON ADONIS

Joe Miller Rose Bowl – Hound or Puppy with most wins at all Border Supporter Trails
SPORTSMAN
Cumberland News Trophy – Open Kennel with most points
THE MARKS
Journal Newspapers Trophy – Local Kennel with most points
THE MARKS
Shepherds Inn – Veteran with most points at all Border Supporters Trails
OVERWATER LOUIE

Following the sad loss of our Secretary Jayne Petersen, the International Hound Racing committee would like to pass on our condolences to Ian and Jayne’s family. She did a fantastic job as our secretary and will be sadly missed.

Andy Horn, Chairman, International Hound Racing Committee

It is with sadness that I write following the sad passing of Jayne Petersen. Jayne was involved in hound trailing for most of her life, ran many dogs and was on and chaired local committees during her time. She also wrote for many years for the local papers and was an ardent supporter and promoter of hound racing through her reporting and the running of the local Hound Racing News. She will be sadly missed by many. Our thoughts and condolences go to Ian and Jayne’s wider family.

Cockermouth and Workington Area

Standing so far with one meeting left – result unlikely to change

Jenny’s Chance – 38 points

Tucker – 37 points

Silver Dream – 30 points

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Please note dates for the up coming Annual General Meetings for the four remaining Areas. This is where anyone can put forward Notices of Motion and discuss and put forward any recommendations to improve the sport. According to Rule 29.1 all notices of motion for consideration at the Area Annual General meeting shall be in the hands of the secretary, in writing, at least three clear days before the meeting, duly proposed, seconded and signed by members eligible under clause 22. Any Notices of Motion that are past at the Area AGM will automatically go to the December meeting to be noted and will go straight to the AGM in February for the members to vote on. Any recommendations which come from the floor at the Area AGM will go forward to the December meeting where they will be discussed and the meeting may change/amend the Recommendation. If the recommendation is passed at the December meeting following a vote it will go to the February meeting for the members to vote on.

Whitehaven Area – Monday 3rd November 7.00pm– Egremont Catholic Mens Club in ST BRIDGETS LANE, Egremont, Cumbria, CA22 2BD

Carlisle and Penrith Area – Tuesday 4th November 7.30pm – Crosby-On-Eden Village Hall, Low Crosby, Carlisle CA64QN

Cockermouth and Workington Area – Wednesday 5th November 7.00pm– Seaton Ruby Club, STATION YARD, Seaton Workington, CA14 2UX

South Lakes Area – Monday 10th November 7.30pm– The Heron Hotel, Esthwaite Ave, Kendal, LA9 7PG.

There will be no catering at the Sewing Shields trails.

Thanks Anna

1. Anyone with Trophies for the HRA or for Cockermouth and Workington Area that havnet yet been returned can you please make sure they are returned this week please. (Seaton Millstone Moor last day)
2. Anyone wanting to submit Notices of Motion must send them through to me at least three days in advance of your local AGM.
3. Remider that anyone wanting Aniseed for over winter will need to order it for this week otherwise you will have to collect it from me.

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