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FCRS CHRISTMAS SPECIAL OFFER

10% off all orders from Sunday 22nd October 2023 until Sunday 3rd December (Excluding the 2023 Christmas Decoration) Last chance to obtain your 75th Anniversary momento, limited stock available for most items. There is no more being printed now, get it while it is available. Keyrings! Still many of your free keyrings waiting to be claimed. If you haven’t had yours yet I can include it in your order if you let me know, otherwise please send me an sae. Charlotte…

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Trevor Pennington (Marlcot)

The Flatcoated Retriever Society Secretary, Roz Bellamy has received the very sad news that Trevor Pennington ( Marlcot)has passed away.Trevor’s daughter has given Roz the following information about Trevor’s funeral.This will be his on Saturday 4th November at 11am at Marldon Parish Church followed by refreshments in the Village Hall.Trevor was a respected member of the Society, he both worked and showed his dogs and always supported the Society and attended our AGM. ( Who can not help smiling at the memory of Peter Griffiths ( Chairman) with a smile turning to the members, saying “Trevor will know” for verification…

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FCRS Live Game Training Day Report

The FCRS held its first Live Game Training Day of the season on 14/9/23 at Sutton near Woodbridge, hosted by the keeper Richard Beckerleg. The day was walked up on partridge through a variety of crops including beet. The weather was warm and sunny with a light breeze. The scenting conditions were variable and some dogs at times had to persevere to get their retrieves. In doing so gaining a lot of valuable experience when they did achieve. There was ample game and the guns shot well providing the dogs with plenty of retrieves. The line was managed by Richard…

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Central Working Test 3 September 2023 Report

Our judges were Charlotte Wilkinson, Jennifer Thomas and Ann Bracegirdle.  The unclassified test ran in the morning and the Novice in the afternoon.  All classes had 4 tests. Special puppies started with a double mark.  This was too shot and proved too much for all them.  They then moved on to an obedience exercise followed by a single mark and ending with a mark and a blind in the same place.  One of the pups scored 20, 19 and 18 on the last three tests having got over her initial excitement.  So unfortunately there were no awards. We had 6…

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Peggy Miller – Emanon

Our Secretary, Roz Bellamy sends the following sad news that Peggy Miller (Emanon) has died.Emanon is Noname spelt backwards .Peggy was a renowned Judge, Breeder and exhibitor and her affix is behind successful dogs worldwide.Peggy had lived in France for the last 7 years.The Flatcoated Retriever Society send their condolences to Peggy’s family and friends….

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Rosemary Talbot, Heronsflight

Nicky Colson sends the following: It is with great sadness, that on behalf of her family, I have to inform you that Rosemary Talbot passed away during the morning of 13th August. Over the last few weeks, Rosemary had battled against cancer, a fight she had fought before, with the determination she was renowned for, and had been so disappointed at having to withdraw from judging the Match at the FCRS 75th Anniversary Weekend. In partnership with her Late mother, Joan Mason, Heronsflight Flatcoated Retrievers were known throughout the world and are behind so many of today’s pedigrees, and in recent years,…

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FCRS 75th Celebration Keyrings

The Flatcoated Retriever Society has produced a celebration keyring FREE to all members. Many remain unclaimed. To get yours, send a stamped addressed envelope to Charlotte Wear, stating colour preference, liver and black available while stocks last. Charlottes address can be found in the members booklet or alternatively email Charlotte on [email protected] and Charlotte will advise….

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FCRS Inter Area Team Challenge Revised Scores

Please be advised that due to an unfortunate error in computing the scores at the above whereby the lowest scoring member of the teams scores were discounted as opposed to the lowest score from each team on each test, the results are as follow: 1st South West 2nd Central 3rd Eastern 4th NEFRA The individual placings remain. The correct place cards will be sent out in due course. Please accept my apologies for any distress or inconvenience caused and I thank everyone for their support of the event. Kind Regards, Jane FT Sec…

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Mr John Scott 1942 – 2023 – Branchalwood

Ronnie Ross sends the following sad news.Our thoughts are with Maureen, Mr John Scott 1942 – 2023John was married to Maureen for 57 years and as John always said, it was love at first sight. They had two boys, Kevin and Steven. John met Maureen in Helensburgh when he was in the Royal Navy. When he left the Navy in 1969 he joined the Police Force for seven years and then ended his working life driving buses till he retired.They had their first Flatcoat in 1974. Over the years John whelped most of the litters and insisted he should feed…

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Lorraine Connor

The Flatcoated Retriever Society are sad to hear of the passing of Lorraine Connor, Gemma Jacobs has written the below. With a very heavy heart I write about the sudden passing of Lorraine Connor, a true flatcoat fanatic she was known mostly in the Essex and south east area where she was a regular supporter of the open show scene. Mostly know as the little lady ( she stood only 4 foot 10 tall!) with the big dogs ( I am sure they were correct, she was just tiny) she owned a number of wonderful dogs her best known has…

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Working Tests were for Flatcoated and Golden Retrievers on 25/06/2023

On 25/6/23 the FCRS held its fifth working event of the year, on the beautiful Penshurst Estate in Kent by kind permission of Lord d’Isle. The Working Tests were for Flatcoated and Golden Retrievers, held in conjunction with the Southern Golden Retriever Society. This year the Southern Area of the FCRS were hosting and classes were run for ND/NH, Novice and Open dogs. This was the first year we have run an open class jointly for the two breeds. We had a good entry for all three classes. However on the hottest day of the year so far with temperatures…

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Flatcoated Retriever Society 75th Anniversary Open Show, 10th June 2023 – Report, Winner Photographs and critiques

FCRS Open Show Critiques DOGS – Judge Elaine Thomas FCRS Open Show Critiques Bitches – Judge Melissa Osborne FCRS Open Show Critiques Specials – Judge Andrea Kiddell FCRS Open Show Critique Junior Handling – Judge Sue Goodman The show dawned with blue skies a slight breeze and the outside rings were looking glorious. This is a fabulous venue, caters for all and we are incredibly lucky to have the use of it. An early start of 7.30am by our hardworking committee to get the show up and running and then all worked hard at the end of the day to help with the clear up. These shows would not happen…

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FCRS 75th Anniversary weekend, 2nd to 4th June 23 Report

The 75th Anniversary weekend was two years in the planning as the General Committee wanted to hold something very special to celebrate 75 years of the Flatcoated Retriever Society and honour it’s history and the people who have made it what it is today. A working party was set up; Jan Egginton chair, Jane Jones, Roz Bellamy, Heather Harley, Louise Jones, Liz Branscombe, Charlotte Wear, Kelly Holland and Sarah Young and the group have met regularly over the past two years to plan such a major event in minute detail. The weekend seemed to come round very quickly at the…

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Report on the FCRS Special Diamond Anniversary Doubles Team Working Tests

The FCRS Special Diamond Anniversary Doubles Team Working Tests for Flatcoated Retrievers took place on Sunday 4th June 2023 at Sandhills Farm, Redditch by kind permission of the landowner, S E Davis & Son Ltd and were kindly sponsored by YuMove. The event was held as part of the FCRS’s Diamond Anniversary Weekend events which will, of course, be reported separately.  Our judges on the day were Dr Tim Woodgate-Jones, Mr Steve Ashby, Mr Phil Bruton and Mr Graham Stanley and we are grateful to each of them for generously giving up their time to judge for us. Our chief steward was Mr Paul Egginton and Mrs Roz Bellamy was Acting Working Test Secretary for the day. Again, our thanks…

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Report on The FCRS Shirley Radburn Nationals 2023

The 2023 Shirley Radburn Nationals Working Tests for Novice and Open Flatcoated Retrievers took place on 28/5/23 at the Willows, Standlake by kind permission of the landowner, Mrs Vivienne Gatter and kindly sponsored by Skinner’s Dog Food.  After one of the wettest springs on record Vivienne had a Herculean task to prepare the ground and we are extremely grateful to her for all the hard work she put into this. (On a personal note I am also grateful to Vivienne for acting as Chief Steward on the day, enabling me to enter the tests with my own dog.)  The tests…

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INTER AREA TEAM CHALLENGE – Saturday 15th July 2023

At Brockhill Farm, Brockhill Lane, Redditch Worcestershire. B97 6RB Meet: 9.15am for 9.30 Start Judges: Mr N Onens, Mrs S Onens, Mrs Helen Chatterton, Mrs J Gardener and Mr C Gardener. Details of entry have been sent to the Area Organisers: Central:  Vivienne GatterMidland: Rachel Birch     South West:Sara Thurgold​ Cotswold: Heather Harley       Wessex: Keith Manley       Eastern: Andrew Wilson​    Southern:Sarah Young           NEFRA: Charlotte Smith  SFCRS: Lindsay Kinnaird        SFRC: Suzi Tagg Please contact your Area Organiser to express interest in taking part. It is hoped members are loyal to their Areas foremost but are willing to run for other Areas should the need arise. Entry is only through…

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The Flatcoated Retriever Society Midland Area Working Test 15th April 2023

held at Byrds Retreat, Harvington, Worcestershire by kind permission of Bob and Sonia Byrd and generously sponsored by Skinners Pet Foods Ltd. After days of rain the weather was dull but dry. Thank you to our judges Mrs Dorothy Walls-Duffin (B2457) Mrs. Vanessa King (B3609) Mr. James Barnes (NP) Mr. Henry Carney (NP) Mr. John Cornforth (NP) for so generously giving up their time to judge and offer support and guidance. Thank you to all those who worked before and after the day behind the scenes and those who came to help on the day, whether it was throwing dummies,…

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The Flatcoated Retriever Society – Diamond Anniversary Weekend – 2nd – 4th June 2023

We look forward to welcoming you and your Flatcoats to celebrate 75 Glorious years .. something for everyone.Bring your families and have a go! Silent Auction Information can be found on this link, there are some wonderful prizes available – https://fb.watch/jZiri4bVpQ/ Please follow the link below for information about the event and entry form. Flatcoat weekend flyer & entry form Please find below the schedule for the doubles working test along with the entry form. International Doubles Working Test schedule Click here for FCRS Diamond Working Test Entry form…

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Flatcoated Retriever Society 46th Breed Championship Show 75th Anniversary Year – Sunday 2nd April 2023

Bitches Critiques – Judge Gill Smitherman Dog Critiques – Judge Dawn Hall Junior Handling and referees critique – Judge Mandy Romeo-Dieste Please click here for link to Full Results The Show Secretary and the Show Sub Committee would like to congratulate all those who competed yesterday at the Show. It was lovely to see so many flatcoats and their owners and really encouraging to see lots of new faces. The raffle made a profit of approx £380, so thank you for all those who donated prizes. Thank you to the judges Ms Dawn Hall, Miss Gill Smitherman and Mrs Mandy…

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AGM 2023 – Report and Trophy Winners for 2022

Report for 2023 AGM Becky Trophy – Miss Kelly Holland and Sh Ch Flatcharm Mr Brightside Becky Trophy being presented by Roz Bellamy to Kelly Holland at Society Championship Show. Riverside Cup – Mr Keith Manley and Brickley Blossom at Lenyam (Collected by Charlotte Wear on behalf of Keith Manley) Hallbent Trophy – with 18 points – Miss Caroline Chambers and Hototo Pretty Ballerina JW Drum Goblet – with 71 points – Miss Abby Bellamy and Moontorn Better Half of Me JW Drum Goblet being presented by Roz Bellamy to Abby Bellamy at Society Championship Show. Pewcroft Trophy – No…

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Update on Field Trials/Working Tests/SDC/SGWC/Inter-Area Team Challenge and training days

The Field Trial Sub Committee has met 3 times since February to organise the 2023 timetable. The “Forthcoming Working Events Diary” page has been updated to reflect this timetable. We would like to encourage all owners to participate in the programme of events either as a competitor or just coming along to help, watch and learn. If you would like to discuss any aspects of Gundog training please contact your Area Gundog Working Test and Training Organiser https://wordpress-1004805-4123449.cloudwaysapps.com/gundog-working-test-training-contacts/ or the Hon. Field Trial Secretary Jane Manley. …

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FCRS Shop Items for collection at Flatcoated Retriever Society Champion Show on 2nd April 2023

We have lots of new clothing items available to order in the shop, from polo shirts to gilets to caps, with a variety of colours to choose from and a choice of three different logo options.  We have the standard Flatcoated Retriever logo, a moving Flatcoat silhouette, as well as new for 2023 the Flatcoated Retriever Society 75th Diamond Anniversary logo.  If you place an order with Charlotte Wear, you can collect your items at the Society Championship Ship Show to save on postage fees. So head on over to the shop page to check out what is available Please…

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