Development of equestrian facilities at Abbotstown welcomed

Equestrian facilities are to be developed at the National Sports Campus in Abbotstown, Dublin, Horse Sport Ireland has confirmed.

It is believed the funding for the development is coming primarily from the National Sports Campus Development Authority.

A HSI spokesman yesterday said it was “at an advanced stage of discussions” with the authority regarding the construction of facilities, which will include an outdoor equestrian arena and stabling. It is envisaged the facility will be used for HSI high-performance training of equestrian teams, as well as training in all of the modern pentathlon disciplines.