Some things are clearly meant to be as the horses have settled very well with the showjumping and dressage team here.
I live on site and am lucky to be able to access miles of hacking which is ideal for Jack who is in the conditioning phase of his fitness programme. So far we have been exploring the lanes and I can't think of a better way to enjoy the summer evenings. I have a lovely study here overlooking the lane and can combine writing easily with horse care though I spend more time on the yard...
Jack is very relaxed in his new home and is behaving like a gentleman. We are enjoying exploring the lanes as part of the conditioning phase of his training programme.
Ginty is happy to be living at home with me again too and is happy to preside over the yard and to feed the resident ducks!
The horsewalker is a very useful addition to the yard and horses can safely warm up and cool down in full view of the yard, the arena and the house. The dogs find it fascinating.
Sunny Hill Farm is surrounded by acres of well maintained pasture where horses may graze, relax or simply be horses again in full view of the house and yard.
The yard is well equipped and a hive of activity yet there is an air of calm and tranquility which belies the serious approach to training and competition. Most important is that its our home as well as competition base and the horses benefit from this. Bill reclaimed this farmer's cart from Europe and it lends a traditional back drop to a very modern yard.
Duck Patrol....
