Equestrian Facilities
If you are considering a riding holiday in the UK then why not come to the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside riding in a picturesque and tranquil setting. Stay in a comfortable farm house B&B boasting stunning views across beautiful gardens.
Cheshire is one of the most picturesque counties in Britain; it is situated in North West England and has excellent rail and motorway connections. Whitethorn Bed and Breakfast set in idyllic gardens typify the Cheshire countryside. Its green pasture lands and farms are renowned for the production of the famous crumbly white Cheshire cheese. During your stay you will be able to enjoy some of the most expert equestrian establishments right on your door step.
We are able to offer top notch stabling facilities, free horse box parking and have a floodlit arena available for hire. We can cater for hay or straw, hay or haylage, just give us a call to discuss.
Somerford Park Farm
- Eventing
- Cross Country – In excess of 100 fences of differing heights and options over 80 acres (separate from B.E. Course) including a water jump designed by Mike Etherington-Smith
- Cross Country Schooling
- Dressage Competitions from Preliminary level to Grand prix
- Horse shows with qualifiers for in-hand, ridden showing, working hunter and show jumping classes
- Endurance
- Show ground for hire
- Camps and Courses from Juniors to adults
- Onsite showers/toilets
- Cafe
- Tack Shop – www.hopevalleysaddlery.co.uk
- Onsite Veterinary Clinic – Wright and Morton – www.maccvets.co.uk
Smallwood Livery Centre
Smallwood Livery has a fantastic cross – country facility, it is set in 45 acres of naturally undulating grassland that lends itself perfectly for the job. Professionally designed from scratch in year 2000, we now have a comprehensive selection of obstacles that currently range from 1′ 6″ to 3′ 3″ in height to suit a wide range of abilities, they include ditches, banks, drops, accuracy fences including corners and skinny roll-tops. We use a wide variety of natural logs as well as manufactured mobiles and not forgetting the all important water complex.
The land is of good quality loamy soil and is fully drained, and the majority of jumps have all weather takeoffs and landings to extend the season as well as maintaining consistency throughout the season.
The course is open daily for schooling, weather permitting, except for competition days throughout the season. Please note booking is essential and we have discounts for group bookings, organised clinics etc.
