Upton Pyne Equestrian Centre is a friendly, professional, family-owned yard, which is only 10 minutes from Exeter and ideally placed for the University.

Upton Pyne EC specialises in offering a full livery service, with very high standards of management and care. Full or part livery is available on either short or long-term.

Horses are taken in for backing/breaking and re-schooling. Staff are always ready to give friendly advice and guidance whenever needed.

The Team at Upton Pyne Equestrian Centre
The resident trainer is Ellie Wass. Ellie has an HND in Equine Business Management and is a BHS AI. She has worked at livery yards in the UK and Australia and was trained by Yogi Bresner (British Team Coach).
Our groom, Sarah, has ten years teaching experience and is excellent with novices and children.
Lucy Tyler BHS AI is our visiting instructor, and we welcome clients' own instructors.
We have regular clinics with Sue Petty, British Dressage List 1 Judge and approved Trainer; International show jumper, Justin Tuff; and Eventer, Michael van Houben.

Facilities
Upton Pyne EC has one of the best arenas in Devon, which is available free of charge to livery clients. It can be hired by individuals or groups. Other excellent equestrian facilities include a permanent summer show jumping course with all-weather track and cross country school under construction. There is also a horsewalker, wash room and 24 hour supervision.



There are miles and miles of quiet, country lanes on our doorstep, meandering through the countryside in the beautiful Exe Valley. The National Trust's Killerton Estate network of bridleways is just a few miles hack away or 15 minutes drive. Beach riding is available at Exmouth, just 35 minutes drive away, woodland rides are only 25 minutes drive away at Ashclyst forest and Dartmoor is only 35 minutes drive away. Staff are happy to accompany you on rides, to show you their favourite off-the-beaten-tracks!