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Hi, I am looking for recommendations for a camera which I can put in my mates Stable (with night vision) that I can watch via my mobile from anywhere. Happy to install WiFi to the yard. Just would like to know what is out there and if anyone had used such a system when foaling their mares...

Hi guys! Looking for low level showjumping and/or dressage comps for young, novice rider. We are on Gloucestershire (Stroud) and we would like to go to a few venues near us. Looking for Prelims, walk and trot tests, and SJ classes under 70cm. TIA

Hi, I am looking for recommendations for a camera which I can put in my mates Stable (with night vision) that I can watch via my mobile from anywhere. Happy to install WiFi to the yard. Just would like to know what is out there and if anyone had used such a system when foaling their mares...

We spoke to the BHS today, and they don't have a clue. In fact, they gave us a number to call, who had never even heard of the BHS and don't work along side them! We are going around in circles.... Yes, you pay rates, but then for that you get something in return, such as your waste removed (or...

This is exactly the problem. They are just trying to squeeze every penny out of people they can. All our neighbours have also received these letters. They are left on gates and tied to barns ect. The other problem is the horses welfare - if people have to start paying out hundreds of pounds to...

Thank you everyone. We need to get this right as you can only appeal once! Katherine1975 I will pm you. X

This is exactly what we have found, except that they are targeting EVERYONE with a stable, barn or land with a horse on it! Most of us are only small land owners with a couple of stables, no business or liveries. Also just found out, that farmers who rent out stables to people whose horses are...

Strangely enough, the letters are from a Birmingham company address, on behalf of the local council. A few of the yard owners who have been in to ask the question to the council, say even the people at the council are either confused or unaware! But it is island wide. Will keep you posted.

For us, our land and stables are not part of the house. But even people with land and stables attached to their house will have to pay this extra tax. So far, there are about 250 people waiting for their yards to be inspected by the council to see their facilities. Would still like to hear if...

We shall be. It is a very real tax, we have spoken to the Rate dispute person. It is up to each council if they wish to make this charge or not.

Everyone in our area is receiving letters from the council (Isle of Wight) about them wanting to assess for the amount of stables you have, barn size, if there is a school or not ect. Word on the street is (without starting a panic) is that ALL stables have to pay rates, even if privately...

Thanks guys. I will make enquiries. I know Medstead Grange used to have seating along one side and that it is private now, so I was looking for other possible venues that are not public, but private or not so well known. Such a shame that it was sold on and that HMS Dryad no longer exists.

Hi all, I'd like to pick your brains for the best Equestrian Venue in the south! Not Croften or Quob as I am aware of both those venues :) I am looking for somewhere that will hire out for a private 'gig' with spectator seating, good car parking, decent riding surface and lighting and both...

Great idea! I've not heard of the racing ones, but there is a company offering days out with a yard tour ect at event yards. Look up Kudo Rock :)

Hey Breez, I'm so sorry to hear that you are going through this. A lot of us have, and when I lost one of mine a few years ago, I was devastated. I did buy a new horse, but all I did was become a zombie, I would break down crying all the time. I ended up selling my best and most beloved horse...