Lanark Riding Club - Includes up to date information on what is going on in and around the club, calendars, member profiles, and message boards for this club in Glasgow.
Scottish Equi Complex - Offering horse riding tuition from beginners to advanced. Includes details of the beach and forest day rides and long distance rides.
Duncanrig Rambling Club - An East Kilbride club with over 100 members. We would like to encourage others to join us and benefit from walking in the glorious Scottish countryside.
John Steven - An equestrian photographer whose pictures are frequently in both the Scottish Equestrian and the Scottish Farmer. Gallery and contact details.
East Kilbride Roller Hockey Club - Exists to provide young people in the East Kilbride area with the opportunity to enjoy this sport. Lists information, news, fixtures and player photographs.
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