Report Skegness Standard Sixteen-year-old Evie Toombes from Skegness who is off to the Royal Lancaster in London to receive a WellChild Award for her inspirational courage in overcoming exceptional health needs. A 16-year-old girl from Skegness is hoping to meet the Duke and Duchess of Sussex when she collects her award for overcoming exceptional h...

Report by Horse & Hound A British para rider kept a cool head when she accidentally jumped a 1.50m fence in a 90cm class. Evie Toombes was riding as part of the British contingent at Pferd International München on 12 and 13 May. The 16-year-old was enjoying a successful show, finishing third in a class on the first day of competition aboard her...

'EDUCATION.NOT.DISCRIMINATION' WITH HELP FROM WELLSPECT HEALTHCARE TO 'E.N.D' JUDGEMENT ON HIDDEN DISABILITY As I've grown up I've become more involved with educating schools/societies on hidden disabilities.It's something I love doing and came about because I decided to 'come out' about my hidden disabilities (lower leg,bladder & bowel problem...

For furture updates on the Evie Toombes Foundations follow here Following an intense year of planning whilst Evie's health has declined- the launch of ETF will raise funds towards purchasing, maintaining & running a medical facility/horsebox. The reality is – 16yr old Evie cannot manage her complex medical issues away from home without com...

Report Skegness Standard A showjumping teenager from Skegness with a hidden disability has been inspiring others with her courage, determination and positivity. Evie Toombes, 16, was born with spina bifida which affects her lower legs, bladder and bowel. She also has a condition called gastroparesis which results with her having to be tube fed as h...

This summer has been a little crazy as usual. In fact this whole year has. Life, (as many people know from experience) can be so unpredictable without the added complications of our bodies not working 100%. Our bodies are incredible things , but they don't always fit in with our busy lives when it comes to big plans and unexpected wavers in our hea...

I WON!!!!🎉 Thank you so much to everyone who voted for me in the youth achievers Skegness standard champions award. I'm so grateful to so many people for their ongoing support and I'm absolutely thrilled I won! . Butlins provided a lovely dinner and a fun night for all of the nominees and sponsors for the awards , it was great to see some familiar ...

I've been looking forward to the para showjumping starting and it begins at Bolesworth on the 18th June.This is a huge International show and last year they helped me out by organising a special day for a good friend as a thankyou-so it's very fitting.Her name is Shannon Roe and she helped me cope with some difficult medical procedures by sharing h...

Springtime has been interesting let's say! I've experienced some amazing things like a pony racing rallie with Ponyclub.This was something I've been desperate to have a go at but wasn't well enough last April.I borrowed a friends pony ,we trained on the gallops then I raced my brother over 4 furlongs-we were well matched on 2 Welsh ponies.Unfortuna...

 One thing I'm getting used to is the unexpected! Whenever I think my body is behaving it sneaks a surprise.The same goes for horses-whenever you think they're being good they get cheeky! Thankfully I've tested clear after 3 bladder infections through December to February but the antibiotics have played havoc with my tummy:( but it really show...

I don't think I would have coped if someone had told me what last year would involve.There were some incredible changes for me-most importantly my ACE operation.Life before was pretty rubbish before and it's not been easy but I do have a chance of a more normal life now.I didn't realise that everyone is so different in how they manage their bodies-...

My first show,winning a small class! I feel so lucky to be allowed to ride this girly,she's one of the sweetest horses I've ever met.After a few weeks training we had a lovely first show and even achieved a win in a small class.I need to work on finding how to move her forward even though my legs are weak(luckily my training with national para coac...

SUMMER 2017 Nov 30, 2017 10:09 AM 2 Views I've won Youth Achiever! Jul 11, 2016 9:38 PM 3 Views THE COUNTDOWN TO BOLESWORTH INTERNATIONAL Jun 15, 2016 12:03 PM 3 Views SPRINGTIME UPS AND DOWNS!May 9, 2016 1:24 PM February 2016-one thing I'm getting used to is the unexpected! Whenever I think my body is behaving it sneaks a surprise.The same goes fo...

I've finally returned home after my last competition at Scope National showjumping festival and what an experience! I did learn that having nearby toilets to wherever I am whether its competing or not is invaluable! I've had such a great summer but it didn't come without its slight complications,mum did forget to bring my med bag to the other end o...

I've had the busiest time the last couple of weeks but worth every minute.I attended ponyclub camp for 5 days which was a huge achievement following my recent ACE operation! Mum set up a wet room in our horsebox where I did my ACE and it went great.This was something we were scared of doing but now we can go anywhere.Before camp I attended Revesby ...

Roley really did meet royalty - Princess Anne even spoke to him! (she told him off for sharpening his teeth on the door). I've had an amazing time at Hartpury National RDA Champs.I really didn't know how I would cope with my ACE but thankfully the facilities were fantastic with lots of space and even a shower in the same room. When we arrived on Th...

Hi everyone-I'm so excited to be sharing all my news with you.What a great start as I'm going to Hartpury National RDA Championships tomorrow.I'm taking my brothers pony 'Roley' as my girl Jess is lame.He's a cheeky fella and I'm praying he behaves and doesn't nip Princess Anne! She's visiting on Friday when I compete and will also be visiting the ...