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Scatterbrook Farm in beautiful Exmoor National Park
Scatterbrook Farm Mrs & Mrs C Church Tel 01398 324633 Mobile 07836 274411 email: [email protected] www.scatterbrookfarm.co.uk Scatterbrook Farm, Hinam Cross, Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9QQ	Accreditation:Applying now for new Quality in Tourism rating
Horse holidays at Scatterbrook Farm, Exmoor
Set in 28 acres of beautiful undulating countryside, in an enviable position on the southern edge of Exmoor, Scatterbrook Farm is a tranquil retreat for horse riders - and their horses. There are breathtaking view northwards where the river Barle winds through the open moorland and deep oak-wooded coombes, including the ancient clapper bridge at Tarr Steps. Bridleways, way-marked walks, trails and roads lead from Dulverton to the wild & beautiful high moors, with their abundant native wildlife - including the wild red deer and the famous Exmoor ponies. For the horse rider, ScatterBrook Farm lies in the ideal location for you to enjoy some of the best riding that Exmoor has to offer - and you can ride all day. The farm offers excellent equestrian facilities and out riding opportunities with almost immediate access onto Anstey common and the sheltered woodlands along the Barle valley. The farm is located just 2 miles from historic Dulverton, with its art galleries, shops, restaurants, tea rooms and pubs. It's fascinating architecture includes Sydenham Hall where Sir Francis Drake is said to have lived. It was the scene of much of "Lorna Doone", R.D.Blackmore'sfamous romantic novel and in more recent years it was the filming location for the blockbuster film "Land Girls"
Accommodation at Scatterbrook Farm
At Scatterbrook Farm, guests are welcome all-year-round and the holiday accommodation and equestrian facilities make it the perfect environment to bring your horse on holiday with you. WORZEL COTTAGE has its own private access, driveway and garden and patio area. Just right for summer barbeques and perhaps to enjoy a cold beer or a glass of wine after a long day exploring. The cottage is fully furnished and sleeps four/six people. On the ground floor, the lounge, with its own wood burning stove, leads to a separate dining room and a well fitted kitchen with all major appliances. The first floor has a double bedroom and two single bedrooms together with a family bathroom. This roomy cottage is very traditional with an air of peace & tranquility. AUNT SALLY's farmhouse annexe is located in the farm grounds and is very private. The accommodation is all on one level and is fully furnished - including a generous reception / dining room and a modern kitchen with all major appliances. Two well proportioned bedrooms to sleep up to 4 people, a family bathroom and a separate cloakroom
Horse Riding
At Scatterbrook Farm, a DIY livery service is available to guests, and you are welcome to bring your horse, or horses with you and enjoy the fantastic out riding and beautiful countryside. During the spring, summer and autumn season, there are many horse shows, events and activities. There are plenty of bridleways to explore and access onto the moor itself is easy with no busy roads to encounter. You will also have access to our rubber & fibre manege with its stunning views across the moors. If you enjoy riding but can't bring your own horse with you, don't worry - there are a good local riding schools where horses can be hired.
Non-horsey activities
Other sporting activities include fishing, cycling, mountain-biking, canoeing on the Barle, sailing & windsurfing at nearby Wimbleball Lake in the Haddeo valle. There are many National Trust properties nearby to visit including Dunster Castle & Working Mill, Arlington Court and Killerton House. For those who like the sea, Minehead is a scenic drive approximately 20 minutes across the moors and the breathtaking North Devon coastline is very accessible.
Exmoor National Park and North Devon
Exmoor National Park Exmoor covers 267 square miles of varied countryside spanning adjacent areas of West Somerset and North Devon. It is one of 13 National Parks in the UK which have been created to protect their special value in terms of landscape, ecology and open air recreation. Compared with many of the other National Parks, Exmoor is small and quiet. It has many distinctive features, including herds of wild Red Deer, free-living Exmoor ponies, local breeds of farm animals, a spectacular coastline, beautiful open moors and heaths, ancient oak woodlands, traditional beech hedges, lovely villages, historic buildings and archaeological features, and rare species of plants and animals.

Equestrian Facilities available at

Stabling Description:	Yes	Ten horse and pony stables in an American barn style.
Size of stables:	Yes	Approx 12' x 12' opening out onto a large concrete yard.
Utility boxes	No
Electricity and water supply:	Yes	Water is supplied from the middle of the stable barn and there are central electrics.
Feed store facilities:	Yes	Feed facilities are open plan, in the middle of the stable barn, or there is use of a spare stable if it is not occupied
Tack room facilities:	Yes	There is a locking tack room.
Common room	No
Bedding:	Yes	Dust extracted wood shavings can be supplied at cost.
Hay and haylage :	Yes	Both can be supplied at the customer's request.
Turn Out Description: (Fencing, water, pasture etc)	Yes	There are various fields, some of which are sloping, with wonderful views. Turnout is available for as many hours per day as required, weather permitting. The fields are well fenced - traditional Exmoor hedges which are also protected with stock fencing. All fields have water troughs.
Field shelter facilities:	No
Exercise Area:	Yes	There is a rubber and fibre manege which rides very well.
Jumping/cross country facilities:	No
Out riding:	Yes	Scatterbrook Farm offers some of the best riding on Exmoor. Horses should be 'fit' as there are hilly areas. There is extensive, outstanding and virtually limitless out riding ranging from open moorland to meandering trails through idyllic river valleys and wooded coombes.Click here for more information on the Exmoor riding routes.
Escorted Rides:	Yes	By arrangement.
Hunting/hound exercise:	Yes	With a good number of local packs, including The Devon & Somerset Stag Hounds, the Exmoor, Minehead Harriers, Dulverton West.
Parking and turning:	Yes	Very good parking and turning facilities.
Yard Security:	Yes	There are locked gates and the owners live on site.
Workshops, tuition and courses:	No
Vet	Yes	Can be arranged locally.
Farrier	Yes	Can be arranged locally.
Disabled Facilities	No
Prices, terms and conditions		£10 per horse per day on a DIY basis, plus food and bedding. Mucking out on the last day can be catered for.
Other information:	Yes	If you can not bring your own horse, we can arrange for local horse hire for you. Sorry, but horses with any vices are accepted by special arrangements only.

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SCATTERBROOK FARM

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Scatterbrook Farm
Mrs & Mrs C Church

Tel 01398 324633 Mobile 07836 274411

Scatterbrook Farm, Hinam Cross, Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9QQ

www.scatterbrookfarm.co.uk

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