Livery Facilities

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 We have 51 stables split over 6 blocks on the yard

The Fronts

A block of 5 stables (3 horse, 2 pony and a store) in an enclosed area with 2 access points at each end of the block

The Courtyard

2 smaller blocks block comprising a block of 4 stables approx 10'x11' and block of 3 large stables, all outward facing centrally around a large concreted area with large picnic table which is a popular sun trap in the summer

The Mews

An enclosed block of 8 stables acessed through the Courtyard

Kew Gardens 

An enclosed block of 4 standard sized stables with a store at end, with a gated entrance for horses and a pedestrian entrance

Academy

A covered block comprising 8 mixed sized stables (2 smaller typically used for storage) 

Top Yard

This yard of 19 stables and is run separately by Sarah Daniell (07543 111373)

We additionally have toilets and a coffee shop

   Our turnout paddocks are approx 1-2 acres in size, comprising generally post & tape and/or post & rail

We do run electric around almost all the paddocks, however, some historically have not had electric connected or may be at the furthest end of the current run so weaker in charge.  We ask that all liveries have access to an energiser & battery in the event you may need to super charge your boundary lines 

Sorry we do not offer individual turnout

Sadly our paddocks s not set up to accommodate colts/stallions or miniature horses 

From October 2023, you will be allocated a winter and summer paddock, this might be a shared space.  If you are not in a shared paddock, at your own cost you may split your paddock using plastic posts & tape/rope.  If you are in a shared paddock, you may do the same providing all those sharing are in agreement

You may turn out overnight in the summer months (you will be advised when overnight turnout is permitted).  In the winter months all horses must be back on the yard in their stables by 6pm 

We NEVER leave a horse out in the field on its own so ask that you bare this in mind when bringing your horse in if you are in a shared paddock.   Our paddocks are arranged in such a way that usually horses can see each other from neighbouring paddocks, however, if bringing in your horse means someone elses horse is the last in the field, either return to the yard horseless and ask for assistance or bring both horses in together if it is safe to do so
 

All paddock repairs remain the responsibility of the horse owner.  Any dividing paddock repair costs will need to be split by each owner either side of the division being repaired (unless you can prove without doubt which horse caused the damage)

You are responsible for your own poo picking (or pay someone to do it for you) which must be done at the very very least once a week.  If after 2 weeks, the poo picking has not been done or is insufficient, it will be done and the costs for doing so charged back to you.

  Liveries have access to 3 outside riding arenas, 2 of which are floodlit (on a pay for basis) 

On competition/clinic days this is limited to 1 arena but timings for the start and finish of the competition is communicated allowing liveries to plan around the event

Our arenas measure

60×30m 

40×20m

39×19m (approx) 

 Full show jump course up for at least 1 week every month and is available to book

After a dressage competition, if you would like to practice a dressage test using the dressage board, just ask

Our 60x30m arena has mirrors 

 We have a 'pay for use' solarium 

Your own farrier, vet, therapist, instructors are welcome 

Our local feed merchant Brambledown Sheppey delivers weekly 

 We have bii-annual visits from Saracen’s Feeds nutritionists with their weighbridge 

There is limited lorry/trailer parking (charged for) so parking spot is subject to space 

Each block operates a 'pay for' meter for electricity.  Water is included in your livery price however excessive use may result in an additional charge 

Children are permitted on the yard but they are to be supervised at all times and not wander off 

We have a no smoking policy on the yard however there is a designated smoking area on the coffee shop patio where cigarette stubbing out buckets are provided.  Do not leave butts on the floor

Repair cost of damage to yard equipment, buildings or fencing is NOT included in your livery and will be charged for but we will ensure wherever possible these costs are kept to a minimum

Dogs are permitted on the yard but please they are to be kept on leads.  Please make sure you bag your dog poop and take it home with you

 Access from 6am, last man out by 9pm 

'Last man out' the yard ensures all lights are off and the double front gates are closed

Anyone driving and parking any vehicle on the premises do so at their own risk, this includes lorries and trailers

Our yard is covered by CCTV in some places.  We do not have public wifi so if you ask permission to put your own camera up, you need to provide your own mobile wifi device to connect it to.

 All livery is invoiced monthly in advance and is due on 1st of each calendar month paid by standing order 

A security deposit equivalent to the first months livery is required

A contract will be issued, together with a copy of the yard rules and which turnout paddocks you will be allocated

References may be requested