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Does anybody use stable boots/ bandages on a regular basis? I have got a range of different stable wraps, bandages and magnetic boots and only use them when necessary i.e. injury purposes, after/ before competition or at night throughout the winter when my boy is stabled. I have an eventer...

This looks great - I will be purchasing one of those.

We have a lovely big outdoor arena at my yard but unfortunately there is no lighting. I have not yet been on the yard through winter. I do ride in the dark with fluorescents, flashing lights and a head torch but never had to school in the dark. I have been informed that due to the position it...

I attended a three day camp with just my single horse trailer and a 2 man tent. I was absolutely fine and I’m so glad I only took a small tent as it took me 10 minutes to put up and 10 minutes to pack away. I used my trailer as storage and a changing room and literately just slept in my tent...

Thanks for all of your comments and opinions. I start work at 8.30am so have to leave the yard no later than 7.30am if I go to work straight from there. This means I would have to be on the yard for no later than 6am. I think I will give it a go and see how I get on. My plan is to ride in...

Does anybody ride before work? If so what is your routine, what time do you get up and what time do you head to the yard? It is something I am considering as I don’t finish work until 5.30pm and I’m finding it hard to get motivated to ride in the evenings. x

Mine involves going to the yard before work, putting him on the walker whilst I muck out (I know it’s not the best, exercising before his breakfast but if I didn’t do this he would be stuck in all day!). I then go back after work, ride and do my jobs.

GreyHunter where abouts do you stable?

Where do you stable, what facilities do you get for the amount you pay?

Yes it really is! At the minute we have the facilities to accommodate no turn out i.e. a walker, sand pit etc. so he is still getting plenty of stimulation/ exercise. I am worried that if I move yards onto a yard where there is still no turn out and limited facilities he will be stuck in even...

Hi All, Just wondered how many people have access to winter turn out? I don’t unfortunately have access to winter grazing but have other facilities where I can turn my horse out for a blast (not the same I know). I am now working full time and feel that if I could have a small amount of...

That's brilliant, thank you! I will give them a call :)

Hi All, I wondered whether anybody knew of any livery yards in Bolton/ Smithills area and what sort of facilities they provide. Long shot I know, I am probably best driving around. Thank you x

I have been browsing the forum site for a while and I often find other people’s opinions useful. I am looking forward to sharing my own experiences/ opinions. xxx