Thank you Stratford Rotary

27 October 2021
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The past year has seen a difficult time for organisations such as Stratford Rotary, as it has been a challenge to hold fundraising events such as the Stratford Marathon which usually raises a significant amount for local charities.  However, they have delved deep into their reserves and Rotarian, Iain Kelso, proudly handed over a donation […]

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Well done Harrison!

16 October 2021
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In recent weeks Harrison has worked really hard developing a partnership with Jessie & today his determination & effort was recognised, when he received his RDA Grade 1 Riding certificate.   So well deserved.  Keep up the great work Harrison!

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The ‘J’ Team!

16 October 2021
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As autumn progresses we’re making the most of the wonderful, local countryside & riding round the headlands, fields & through the wood. Here’s the “J” TEAM – Jan, Jules, Jessie & Gill – setting out on a ride. 

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Thank you

2 October 2021
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It was lovely to welcome Cllr Tony Jackson to the yard and be able to thank him for the donation from the Stratford Mayor’s Charity Fund, which has so far helped us to buy new reins, hats, stirrups and leathers. The new tack were so welcome as our coloured reins had been affected by the […]

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Isabella flies the flag at Virtual Champs

2 October 2021
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Huge congratulations to our independent rider Isabella riding Cookie in the RDA Virtual National Championships last weekend. They gained 2nd place in a very competitive Grade 4 dressage championship class, achieving a whopping 71%, only missing out on top spot by 0.25. This follows their recent successes at the BD Para Summer Championships. A very talented […]

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Our first ‘Tea with a Pony’

29 September 2021
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On a beautiful warm September afternoon we held our first ‘Tea with a Pony’ session. Three residents from Galanos House Nursing Home attended with their carers and were sat in our paddock under a gazebo. The home is where our founder, Beryl Sainsbury, spent her last few years, so it was very special that we […]

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100 Acts of kindness completed!!

13 September 2021
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Congratulations to Archie and Evie, who have completed 102 Acts of Kindness for the Beryl 100 for 100 Challenge just in time for Beryl’s 100th birthdate on 18th September. The whole family have all had fun thinking of different ways to reach the 100 target and look for opportunities to help people whilst out and […]

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Congratulations Isabella

9 September 2021
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Huge congratulations to Isabella who, at the British Dressage Para Championships held at the Solihull Riding School last Saturday, came 1st in the Grade 4 bronze which qualifies her for the Winter championships. On the Sunday she received more rosettes in the Summer Champs by coming 3rd in the Bronze and 4th in the Silver. […]

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Sunflower rides rock!

25 August 2021
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We’ve had a-maze-ing fun this week, finding our way through the sunflower maze! The cheerful flowers make us smile!

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Chris & Alfie reunited

13 August 2021
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It’s been another busy week as we dodged the showers and our riders enjoyed riding in the paddock,  gaining a rosette for successfully completing the “town and country challenge” course. It’s been extra special, as Chris was reunited with Alfie & all our riders are now back in the saddle & riding regularly. An amazing […]

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