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    Did you build your stable?

    I recently had 3 stables and a store built as a corner block for £6000 by stables direct. I did have lots of extras though. Mine have been up for 8 months now and they are wonderful.
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    Adjustable shimmable saddle pads

    I have the mattes one in brown as my lad changes shape from winter fat lad to trim in summer. Never any movement on his saddle even when he is rounder.
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    Where is good to take your horse for off-road riding around the Manchester and surrounding areas?

    Try Tockholes Lancashire also a good ride at Rivington Nr Bolton. There is a great face book page called Off road hacking around Lancashire. Super helpful people and links to maps of local rides.
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    Where to advertise land and stables

    Try Pugh Estate agents / auctioneers they have land for sale in this area.
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    What to add to help hardstanding drain

    Hi there, we have completed something similar late 2019. Scraped off the top layer then a layer of course larger hardcore, then a layer of road plantings on top. We now have a well drained winter turnout area where we previously had clay soil. Road plannings are approx £10 per tonne. Hope this...
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    Stable block builders recommendations

    Thank you I will try them not too far at all, one of the best quotes is from a company in essex.
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    Stable block builders recommendations

    Hello again everyone, Sorry I have neglected you all but been massively busy. Anyway it finally happened we have our planning permission for the build of the new stable block, we are having a L-Shaped block with 3 stables and a store. I have contacted various suppliers and had a mixed...
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    Does "Stinky Stuff" really work?

    It is Neem oil with Almond oil as a carrier oil. I buy the 2 separate and mix them myself either 50 / 50 or 2/3rds neem to 1/3 carrier oil. This does work our sweet itch horse now has a mane, top up every 2/3 days. Wash off any build up once every 2 weeks. Take care not use it in full sun as...
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    Adding shine after shampooing a dark bay

    Hi there, Firstly I hope your son has a super time, he is gonna have the time of his horsey life at camp, they are amazing for building confidence in all aspects of riding. Regarding bathing and shine - use a standard cheap tea tree shampoo (human) and when doing the final rinse off add a few...
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    Showing hat help!!!

    Hi there, I show up to county level and use a Just toggs showjumper hat. Much lower price tag but still has the PAS tag. Mine is very comfortable and not too bulky, as some feel huge when you try them on.
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    How thick is the sheepskin on a Mattes saddlepad?

    I love mine, its not really thick as my saddle fits well. I use it for showing too. Got mine off ebay for £8 and it has front and rear risers that ican fit into it.
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    Humane girths.

    I love mine and my welshy is much happier to have this type of girth on. But Pony Club banned them last year for the same reasons as stated above.
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    3.5T lorry and hay issues - what solutions are there?

    Saddle covers, and a plastic lidded garden box on wheels for everything else. I too have a 3.5 tonner and travel with haynets....lol
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    Showing help - tweed jacket shopping

    Try the shires huntingdon jacket in dark green they are beautiful, and cut perfectly. Not too pricey either. They look smart with coloureds as well.
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