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Your Veterans February 2016 • VOLUME XVI NUMBER 1
12 PAGES OF READERS’ VETERANS
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February 2016
Show Reports & News
Riding Holidays Plan your perfect escape
In the Spotlight
Mark Corbett www.localrider.co.uk
We chat to top event rider & coach
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HOLIDAYS There is something magical about riding a Marwari horse through the rich and varied landscape of Rajasthan, and Horse India does just that. A collaboration between Surrey based Caroline Moorey and ,your host and ride leader, Dr Rao Ajeet Singh.
Granary Mead Cottage offers instant access to the numerous tracks of the New Forest
Ride India says: “Feel the spirit of the Marwari horse as you discover the history, culture, forts and palaces of Rajasthan by retracing old routes through the forests of the Aravalli Hills, and riding over the sand dunes of the Thar Desert.” This company offers a fabulous range of holidays, several of which take in special events and shows. Ride along the Osian Desert Dunes and experience the Nagaur Horse & Cattle Fair or take part in the Godwar Festival and Horse Show, and then ride from Khumbhalgarh Fort to Jawai in search of Leopards. The shows and fairs are date specific, but throughout the year there are opportunities to take part in different events, including the famous Pushkar Horse & Camel Fair. For those who wish to experience the grand splendour of India and a time gone-by the Palace to Palace ride should appeal, while those feeling a little more adventurous could consider riding through semi-desert and sand dunes, visiting the Jain temples at Osian, and camping near rural hamlets. For those wishing to mix some riding with a wider tour of India there is the opportunity to stay at farms, which offer full board accommodation and riding on a daily basis. Horse India continue: “On safari we will share with you the thrill of riding the unique and spirited Marwari horse, you cannot ride this breed anywhere else in the world. Intelligent and loyal, they have distinctive ears that touch at the tips and rotate 180 degrees. Solo travellers, groups, families and nonriding partners are all welcome.”
The unique and spirited Marwari horse
Take your horse on holiday If you have always dreamed of taking your horse on holiday, the Granary Mead Cottage may be just the place for you. Wonderful riding and carriage driving with instant access to numerous forest tracks. The grass pathways and open heathland are ideal for a good canter or gallop, while the gravel tracks provide safe driving for carriages. The forest enclosures offer shady routes which are fantastic for a quiet relaxing hack and there are several picnic areas within the enclosures. Many of the forest pubs have hitching rails/corals for guests who wish to combine lunch with a ride. Burley village is three miles away and contains the village shop and several cafes and pubs.
GRANARY MEAD COTTAGE • Burley, Ringwood, Hants BH24 4HS
S E L F CAT E R I N G AC C O M M O DAT I O N Stunning location in the heart of the New Forest Granary Mead Cottage offers guests selfcontained detached accommodation for up to 5 people. Five large airy stables and several turnout paddocks.Fabulous riding, carriage driving, cycling and walking with almost instant access to the forest with little or no roadwork. Well behaved dogs welcome.
Further details see www:granarymeadcottage.co.uk Email: enquiries@granarymeadcottage.co.uk Tel: 01425 402473
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The cottage is situated in the parkland of an old historic hunting lodge and offers two double bedrooms, well equipped kitchen, lounge/diner with TV/DVD hall and south facing garden which is suitable for bbq’s and sunbathing. The small yard, stables and fields are approximately 30 yards from the cottage.
Five star cottage in the North Cotswolds
We would love to welcome you and your horses to become one of our regular visitors and totally relax in this special place.” The cottage has two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with two singles, plus a sofa bed for occasional use. Short breaks £130 a night for cottage, plus £12 a night each for horses, including bedding/hay.
The gravel tracks around the forest are ideal for carriage driving Granary Mead Cottage is just three miles from Burley village
Whether you are looking to book a riding holiday now or in the future, we hope you have been inspired to investigate all the wonderful opportunities both in this country and further afield. If you have an adventure with your own horse or a borrowed one do let us know. We would love to know where you went and what you enjoyed most.
Stay in the Cotswolds Spoil yourself in the stunning North Cotswolds at Shenberrow Farm. Located on the site of an Iron Age Fort, the Farm is an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Cotswold escarpment. There are stunning views overlooking the Vale of Evesham, and the Malvern Hills to the Welsh mountains beyond. Shenberrow Farm is in a Natural England Higher Level Stewardship scheme to help conserve the beautiful wildflowers and fauna. Proprietor, Tina Carroll said: “We can offer you and your horses, miles of quiet bridleways to ride along, right from the cottage gate. There are breath-taking views, five top quality stables right next to the five star cottage and turnout paddocks. Plus after riding, enjoy one of the lovely places to eat or some pamper spa time.
Bring your horse on holiday to Shenberrow Farm! Come and spoil yourself in the stunning North Cotswolds at Shenberrow Farm. We can offer you and your horses miles of quiet bridleways, breathtaking views, five top quality stables right next to the five star cottage and turnout paddocks. Short breaks £130 a night for cottage, £12 a night each for horse including bedding/hay.
Shenberrow Farm, Snowshill, Broadway, Worcestershire WR12 7JZ
Contact Tina Carroll – tinacarroll@shenberrow.co.uk www.shenberrow.co.uk Tel 01386 858359
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