| EQUINE TOURISM - PIPPIN EQUESTRIAN - Riding School, competition centre, livery |
PIPPIN EQUESTRIAN - BHS APPROVED RIDING SCHOOL, TRAINING & LIVERY YARD |
Pippin Equestrian - Learning to ride with us is fun! |
PIPPIN EQUESTRIAN - BHS Approved
Helen Barton-Smith, SM BHSI
Telephone and fax 01747 822997
email [email protected]
www.pippinequestrian.com
Presthayes Farm, Eccliffe, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 5RE |
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Welcome to Pippin Equestrian Ltd - riding and competition centre |
Pippin Equestrian is a BHS Approved family run centre set in 30 acres on the edge of Gillingham in the beautiful North Dorset countryside. All abilities and ages of riders are welcome and the friendly, relaxed environment makes learning fun and enjoyable. The high standard of the facilities, instructors and horses allows Pippin Equestrian to cater for everyone from the serious competition rider to the smallest and most nervous of riders.
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The Facilities |
The Outdoor School...
The 60m x 20m outdoor all-weather manege is also floodlit for night time use.
The Indoor School...
The purpose built 40m x 20m indoor school is lit to industry standards both by day and night and ensures riding in all weathers.The viewing gallery offers seating for over 60 people and includes a 'judges box'.
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The Mini Cross Country & Gallop...
The 4 furlong gallop is an all-weather track and adjacent to it is the mini cross country course which has a hill, a pond, jumps and ditches to test the skills of the young rider. Excellent hacking over 250 acres of farmland completes the experience.
(See below for table of full equestrian facilities).
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The Riding School |
 
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For adults...
There are many options for adults wanting to ride. Whether you want to compete, improve your riding, join a group of others or just want to 'have a go', our instructors and horses can help.
Stable management courses are also run for those wishing to learn more about horse care.
For groups...
Schools, clubs and businesses etc. are all welcome at discounted rates. Please contact us for details. |
For children - Pippin Equestrian is an Approved Pony Club Centre...
We run a variety of activities for children, while maintaining an emphasis on fun and safety. We are an Approved Pony Club Centre and run regular rallies and competitions for club members.
Our weekend 'Pony Pals' Club is open to all young people enabling them to learn about the daily care of their pony. During the school holidays we hold 'Own a Pony' days or weeks incorporating formal riding tuition, hacking, pony care and competitions.
Children learning to ride start with 1/2 hour private lessons or lead rein group lessons until they are able to keep their ponies trotting and steer at the same time! Then they join a regular group of the same ability and age. We endeavour to ensure the same instructor is available as often as possible to allow for continuity and a structured learning programme. We also run fun sessions for special occasions such as 'Birthdays'. |
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What it means to join The Pony Club at Pippin Equestrian...
At a Pony Club Centre, children who do not own their own pony are able to become part of the National Pony Club. Becoming a member of the Pony Club gives children many opportunities:
The Pony Club offers its members an Achievement Badge Scheme which covers a wide range of pony and countryside knowledge. Members can sew the badges onto their fleeces and sweatshirts. Progressive awards (Bronze, Silver and Gold) which include a riding section are taken while members are preparing Pony Club Efficiency Tests, which are recognised worldwide.
It is our intention, at Pippin Equestrian, to run dismounted rallies on a regular basis in order for children to learn all aspects of horse and pony care and work towards earning the interest badges. These will be mounted sessions where members will be able to take the riding sections of the Progressive Awards. During the summer holidays, we shall be running a week long 'camp' for our members.
As a Pony Club Centre, Pippin Equestrian is also able to run a League competition sponsored by 'Pedigree'. The competition will be a combination of show jumping and gymkhana games and therefore open to all ages and abilities. A League chart of members participating will be kept during the 6 months that the competition runs.
Ultimately, it is our hope to send a team (or two or three!) of Pippin Riders to one of the national competitions. Members of the Pony Club are also covered by Third Party Public Liability Insurance. Membership costs £20. Please contact us to ask for an application form. |
Livery at Pippin Equestrian |
Full, part and DIY livery is available as well as a mix and match package.
The livery facilities are purpose built and separated from the main riding school. Large airy stables are located in an indoor block with its own courtyard and alarmed tack room. (See below for table of full equestrian facilities). Livery owners enjoy free use of the excellent equestrian facilities and discounts on tuition and competitions etc.
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Equine Training and Development |
| At Pippin Equestrian, horses can be taken in for training and development at all levels and abilities, from starting and backing, to working through problems, to training and development for competition. Helen Barton-Smith, BHSI, is able to work with both horse and rider and horses are welcome for short or long term periods of livery for work at different stages, tailored to individual requirements. |
Career Training |
Students come to us at Pippin Equestrian to train for the British Horse Society examinations and National Vocations Qualifications (NVQ's). We run a working pupil scheme for those wishing to obtain the British Horse Society Assistant Instructor's certificate. In addition, we offer work placements for those at college and work experience for those still at school. Many people attend day courses for BHS examinations. These are tailor-made to the needs of the individuals.
Riding and Road Safety examinations are held at regular intervals throughout the year. |
Facility Hire and Competitions |
| The facilities at Pippin Equestrian are extensive and available for hire by individuals and organisations. Dressage and show jumping competitions as well as schooling are held throughout the year. Riding school clients also compete regularly at local shows. |
Disabled Riders |
| Riding is known to be therapeutic and beneficial for all kinds of disabilities. Our experienced riding instructors and horses make riding an enjoyable experience. |
PONY SALES |
Helen Barton-Smith offers equine training including starting and backing young horses and training and developing both horses and riders. Horses are schooled and developed and from time to time, are offered for sale. Please contact Pippin Equestrian for details of the current sales list.
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| Pippin Equestrian now has holiday accommodation available. For more information please visit www.sykescottages.co.uk - the reference number is 1397 |
Equestrian Facilities at Pippin Equestrian |
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Stabling Description:
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Yes |
33 internal stables. |
| Size of stables: |
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Pony size 10' x 10' and horses 12' x 12' or larger. |
| Utility boxes (if any) and description |
No |
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| Electricity and water supply: |
Yes |
Throughout the yard. There is also a floodlit outdoor school and security lighting. |
| Feed store facilities: |
Yes |
A livery feed room and school yard feed room. |
| Tack room facilities: |
Yes |
Large airy school tack room. Separate livery tack room. Both are key code entry and alarmed. |
| Common room facilities: |
Yes |
Reception area with vending machines. |
| Bedding: |
Yes |
Flax, rubber matting, straw. |
| Hay and Haylage |
Yes |
All available. Also a wide choice of feeds. |
Turn Out Description:
(Fencing, water, pasture etc)
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Yes |
Unlimited in summer. November to March is restricted as per ground conditions. |
| Field shelter facilities: |
No |
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| Exercise Area: |
Yes |
20m x 40m indoor school with gallery; 20m x 60m floodlit all-weather arena. |
| Jumping/cross country facilities: |
Yes |
Jumping paddock and a number of cross country jumps (max 2'3"). |
| Out riding: |
Yes |
Exclusive access to 250 acres of farm land. Quiet country lanes. |
| Escorted Rides: |
Yes |
For regular clients only. |
| Hunting |
Yes |
Regular clients only with Blackmore Vale and Sparkford Vale. |
| Parking and turning: |
Yes |
Plenty of hard standing. |
| Yard Security: |
Yes |
No through road. Adjacent to farmhouse. Only one entrance. Railway on one side and river on two sides. |
| Workshops, tuition, courses, activities: |
Yes |
BHS Stages and PTT. NVQ 1, II and III. |
| Disabled facilities |
Yes |
Toilets and riding. |
| Vet and farrier arrangements |
Yes |
Local vet on call. Reliable farrier. |
| Other information |
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| Prices & Terms |
Yes |
Please contact Pippen Equestrian for price list. |
CONTACT
PIPPIN EQUESTRIAN
CLICK HERE to email
[email protected]
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PIPPIN EQUESTRIAN - BHS Approved
Helen Barton-Smith SM BHSI
Presthayes Farm, Eccliffe, Gillingham, Dorset SP8 5RE
Telephone and fax 01747 822997
www.pippinequestrian.com
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How to get to Pippin Equestrian:
Pippin Equestrian is only three miles from Gillingham (and the main Exeter to London rail-link - London is just 90 minutes away by train). By road, it is six miles from the A303 and five miles from Shaftesbury.
Coming from the Wincanton Road, turn into Broad Robin Road and follow the road to the railway bridge. Under the bridge and turn immediately left. Continue for half a mile and after the first sharp right-hand bend, turn left before the Mill bridge. Pippin Equestrian is at the end of the lane.
From Shaftesbury, take the Sherborne road to East Stour and turn right towards Gillingham onto the B3092. At the first sharp right hand bend in Madjeston, turn left to Eccliffe, over the Mill bridge then turn right into the lane. Pippin Equestrian is at the end of the lane. |
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