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FOR LOAN Retired Advanced 2* eventer to dressage home.

BEST OF SPIRITS (Hamish) 16.1hh 11years.

By the dressage stallion JASHIN

A kind loving dressage home is sought for this sound, very special horse. Ideal horse for a young rider. He has a temperament second to none. Due to an old shoulder injury and on vet advice - no more jumping!

Hamish was competed by both Leslie Law and Oliver Townend and had many wins and places at Horse Trials. He won the British Novice Championship at Gatcombe and more recently was 4th in the advanced class at Witton Castle and 10/90 in the dressage at Blair CCI 2* 3DE, he has 123 HT points. Hamish is kind easy and straight forward in all respects and we would like to see him continue his career in affiliated dressage. Not always 100% in heavy traffic.

He is sound fit and ready to go straight into work.

15hh Welsh Sec D (max weight 10st due to old injury) and 16hh PB Welsh Sec D

require an experienced and confident sharer.

Contribution towards grasskeep/shoes gets you as much riding as you want and as much or as little of the every day care that you want.

Horses are kept in Madley/Eaton Bishop area.

If you are interested in riding these fun loving boys with huge characters please email in the first instance. kdigwood@yahoo.co.uk with age/experience etc.

No time wasters please.  Ad posted 1 June

The Midland Racehorse Care Centre 

We're based in Shrophsire, Ludlow and are a registered charity 1115226 - the first charity of its kind in the Midlands dedicated to the welfare of ex-racehorses. We take in horses, that have given the best years of their life to racing, and retrain and rehome them. Here ex-racehorses are still winners! We are always here to offer advice or to help Thoroughbreds that are out on a limb.

Rider Available, Cheltenham area

Experienced on flat, jump, xc etc, confident with all shapes, sizes and temperaments. I am a horse crazy student who took time out from riding to do my degree and cant afford to own horses at the moment. I just graduated so I'm available in daytimes and evenings. Please call me (Anna) on 07738225301 if it sounds like I could be of any use to you! Ad posted 7 Aug

Part loan, to stay at present stabling 5 miles from Ross On Wye.

14.2 welsh part bred sensible ride suitable for hacks on country lanes for mum or older lady. Friendly company available, contribution fee to be discussed.  For more info phone 07856 632914 leave message and number and we'll get back to you.  Ad posted 6 Aug

15.3 dark bay mare for loan as companion.

This mare has bred foals of her own and is the ideal companion for young or old stock.  Ready now and will deliver.  She needs kind caring home and has been in last home for 11 years. 

Tel 01874730460 or 07855196635.  Ad posted 4 Aug

Rider Wanted - see Jobs page

WANTED 

Riding companion to hack out with in the Bronllys area near Brecon.

Please contact 07742740581.  Ad posted 4 Aug

For loan either as a companion/nanny mare or as a brood mare. 

17hh Chestnut mare by Skippy the prolific Irish Draught Stallion.  Super temperament, easy to do in every way and lives on fresh air!!  She is 15 years old and unfortunately  retired due to bone spavin in her hocks.  She has bred a previous foal and has competed successfully in all disciplines in the past.  She would be a prefect foundation mare for anyone wishing to breed.  Registered SID (Irish Draught Horse Society).  5* Loan home sought for my Sunny!! 

Contact - Alison 01299 271823 (near Cleobury Mortimer).  Ad posted 28 July

SMALL CONFIDENT RIDER REQUIRED!

12hh, 10 years old mare desperately needs a little rider to have fun with.  She loves to work but has not done a huge amount so needs a small experienced jockey to build her confidence up.  She loves jumping and would be great at Gymkhana as she is quite Whizzy (But not silly).  Is ridden in a snaffle and is not strong at all. She has also recently been broken to Drive.    

Can be a bit crabby on the ground with people she doesn’t know but once she gets to know you she is fine.   

Ideally I would like someone to come and ride/drive her a few times a week from her home in Kinnersley but would possibly consider loaning her to an experienced 5* home.

For any more Info please phone Jen on 07917011807 or email jen@cbeq.net.  Ad posted 22 July

FOR LOAN / POSSIBLE SALE 

16.2hh Anglo Arab Gelding 13yo.  Just coming back into full time work after a break due to owners lack of time. Lovely boy, has done it all, SJ to 4ft, Bold XC and Advanced DR. 

Needs a home with a lot of time and patience with a confident and competent rider.  Will suit RC home looking to have fun with a very handsome boy!  Can crib bite without collar if stabled for long periods and can be grumpy in inexperienced hands.  100% Hack / Clip / Shoe / Dress up in tinsel and airy wings!!! Looking for 5* loan home or would sell to right home, comes with all quality English leather tack and full wardrobe including brushes and buckets as owner giving up.

Homes will be vetted.  If interested call Sarah on 07825 926 981.  Ad posted 16 July

RIDER LOOKING FOR A HORSE.....

I am looking for a horse 15-16h to care for, exercise and compete over the summer (Preferably in the Ross-on-Wye area).  Ideally to stay at present/own yard but I do have access to local livery accommodation.  

I have been riding for 10 years with my own pony/horse for most of those.  I have been a member of PC and competed at local level; sj,xc,d.  I am keen to continue training and instruction.

Ideally I am looking for confident all rounder which is safe in all aspects.  My aim is to train and work towards competing at the STONAR inter schools one day event (Novice or Intermediate) at the end of September.   

If you can help me and I could help you, then please contact me fiona500@hotmail.com or phone on 07879 627115.  Ad posted 10 July

I'm looking for a horse to ride in the Stroud/Gloucester area

I can help look after, muck out etc.  Im 24 yrs old 16 stone and 5ft 10. I have ridden a welsh cob for about 4 years in the past and really want to get back into riding. Please email me at karina.salliss@googlemail.com Thank you. Ad posted 7 July

15.3hh tb  dark bay mare 12 yrs  for loan. 

Needs bringing back into work as she has been lazeing in the field for 2 yrs as mother keeps saying that she will  get round to doing some thing with her again soon - this just isn`t happening.  In her working days she did lots of hacking alone and company, hunted for couple of seasons when funds were up. Been to few shows doing inhand hunter classes and won few cups.  Did quite a bit of schooling and a little dressage though she may try to tell you she cant remmember this !!!!!!!!! Not jumped much apart from decent logs and branches that got in our way when out and about, but brother and sister have been eventing so  probably got plenty of scope in there somewhere.

I would like to loan her with view to sale in little time.  This is so I know that she is settled and who ever ends up with her is happy as well. No well meaning novices - this isn`t a dope on a rope kind of girl. She is a tb and can sometimes act like one, nothing evil but can put in odd buck when it all gets very exciting.  If rider not being bit dim this can easily be avoided. If anyone is interested please give me a ring  01568 708846   07974478854.  Ad posted 1 July

For loan

1yo chestnut reg welsh c exp 13.2, good blood lines, 4 socks, and blaze, still entire, would require loaner to geld him, loan for 1 or 2 year contract, must be showing home, to buy offers around £1000. Ad posted 26 June

Rider Wanted.

I am looking for someone very special to help out with the exercise of my 15.1hh coloured gelding. I've owned him for the last 14 years, during which time we have progressed through the ranks. He has BD points and loves his jumping. He has been regularly placed and has won several Open Hunter Trials, He was placed overall 8th in the Area 18 riding club ODE at Snowshill in 2006, with double clears for jumping an a very respectable dressage score. He is 19 years young, but try telling him that!! I am looking for an experienced, mature person who is happy to ride a few times a week, with the opportunity to compete for the right person. To stay at present yard near Hartpury College. 07747 401090 email beckygibbs1@googlemail.com.  Ad posted 20 June

13.1 Welsh Section B Pony for sale or loan 

Beautiful black gelding, excellent breeding, snaffle mouth, forward going but not strong.  Good to catch, load etc.  Has done local shows, jumping dressage, x-country but needs to do more.  Would go far in right hands. Sweet natured pony sadly looking for new home due to daughters lack of interest.  £2100ono
Please call 07977019841 or 01452 758467.  Ad posted 18 June

Stunning Welsh Section B

Homebred bay gelding, 12hh, 6 yrs old.  Competing occassionally but successfully in ridden M & M, lead rein, 1st ridden and show hunter pony.  Would love to do WHP and XC, but unfortunately too enthusiastic for nervous 9 yr old just off the lead rein.  £2000 ono.  For sale but would consider loan to right home.  Tel. 01982 560308 (Builth Wells).  Ad posted 9 June

Rider or Sharer Required

Experienced, reliable rider required twice a week to hack out sensible, well mannered 15HH 10 year old Mare.  Will hack alone or in company.  Stabled near Upton on Severn.

Please call for further information 07824661964.  Ad posted 29 May

Sharer wanted for fun, forward going 13.2 Arab X gelding

Looking for a confident experienced rider. Has done shows, pony club, dressage, X country and fun rides in the past. Would suit confident child or light weight adult. Need bringing back to fitness due to lack of time but once fit you could do what you wanted with him. Must stay in current home south Hereford. We would like a contribution of £10 per week to help with costs, and some help with stable duties about twice a week. Absolutely no novices. If you can help please ring 07867777794.  Ad posted 22 May

Pretty Welsh Section B bay mare available to loan. 

13.1hh, 14 years old.  She has had 2 foals, the last 3 years ago and has been ridden very little since, so would need to be re-schooled for riding.  Ideal as a companion for competition horse as she loads easily and is not fussed about being left on her own in box or field.  Very easy to handle and quiet in every way.  To well-equipped, knowledgeable home only.  Further details please telephone 01299 896086 (Worcs).

Great opportunity for the right person to hack out my TB cross 14.2hh 2 to 3 times a week.

Must be experienced and kind and gentle with horses. Excellent hacking in beautiful countryside! She is good to ride in all ways. Not suitable for a novice as she is forward going. Must be under 10 stone and under 5ft5 and preferably over 16. If you are interested message or phone me for more information. Contribution of £10 a week to go towards general upkeep. Based 4 miles from Shrewsbury. Email xxxkristinaxxx@hotmail.co.uk or ring 07962178459. Leave a message if you do not get through to me.  Ad updated 15 May

Hi I am a 13 yr old girl looking for a 14.2 – 16hh horse that has/can do dressage and a bit of jumping.

I can walk, trot, canter and Jump. I have had lessons from Tiffany Rix on my previous loan pony and I currently have lessons at Newnham Equestrian Centre. I am willing to do any jobs around the yard. I need a fairly quiet ride, nothing that rears or gallops off but I don’t mind small/medium bucks. I can only do weekends because of school. Preferable within 15 miles of Ross on Wye.

Please email me at uttisc@malvernstjames.co.uk or at weekends phone 01989-565685.  Ad posted 14 May

FOR LOAN - Blue eyed Buckskin Argentinean Criollo gelding about 7 years old.

Broken in Argentina been living and adjusting to a welsh hill the UK for the last two years. Western trained. Very special
positive balanced temperament, loves to learn, loves to be ridden, turns on a sixpence. Seeks intuitive person to work with him and treat him as a horse not a pet. Must be allowed to run with other horses in the field. He is about 15hands or just under. I have been riding him in a hackamore but he is used to the bit. i feel he would enjoy and excel at TREC, endurance or pleasure rides. He is a great little horse for a competent and intuitive rider.

Please call Claire on - 07989 307987. Or email - cdcommunication@gmail.com.  Ad posted 7 April

For loan or share - 17.2hh ID/TB gelding, 8 yrs.

Exceptional jump and great fun horse, 100% reliable show jumping and excellent x country. Never bucks or rears and never naughty but he is big and so he needs very confident and experienced rider. He is totally wasted at present due to my career commitments, would easily affiliate or go British Eventing. Has slight issues with farrier and currently needs sedating to be shod but he is getting better. Can be kept at present yard in Ledbury for £10pw (with school) or elsewhere. I would be available to help out if needed both in person and financially. BHS loan agreement would be needed if he is kept eleswhere. He is fit and ready to start competing. Absolutely no novices please. Please email for pics and further information - eugeniecameron@hotmail.com.  Ad posted 7 April

An 11 year old chestnut gelding just shy of 18 hands.

He's a thoroughbred ex-racehorse (By Mr Lord) who has been schooled at a centre of excellence by Tim and Anabelle Collins (Olympic standard) to improve his overall balance, jumping, etc; which included dressage and show jumping work. Comfortable with anything from roadwork to hunting. He can clear most obstacles from five-barred gate to Cheltenham fences. Bought as a 4 year old in Ireland and now retired after a modest racing career. No vices, gentle nature, good traveller.

Presently looking for a suitably experienced rider who can take full advantage of his ability.

Loan terms very flexible and negotiable depending on facility offered.

Contact David on 01584 831770 / 07979 755631 / dcarey@theracehorse.com. Ad posted 30 March

13 hands black gelding for loan.

Schoolmaster that has been successful in all disciplines. No vices in any way he’s a saint. Good to box, shoe, traffic etc. Ideally I would like him to be kept on present yard but I will also consider letting him go locally. 07974 091 315 (nr Leominster). Ad posted 14 March

17-ish hands bay mare for loan

Needs lots of work she is about 5-6 good to box shoe and catch. I also have a 12.2 palomino pony for loan loves to jump, for a second pony good to shoe box catch. On terms of the bhs loan agreement for more information please call leah:07881965254 or email me at crazyaboutme@hotmail.co.uk. Ad posted 5 March