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The 39 fence UK Chasers cross country course at Shardeloes Farm Equestrian Centre winds through our 500-acre estate of rolling hills and fantastic scenery. Other facilities include 2 outdoor ménages and indoor school, a well established riding school for all ages and abilities, including Merlin, our fully interactive mechanical horse, an equine hydrotherapy spa, and a full range of livery services from working to competition livery. A popular choice is to come and use the cross-country course followed by a session for your horse in the spa. For more information or a guided tour please contact us. Our extensive facilities include an indoor school and two competition size rubber-surfaced outdoor ménages, and 500 acres of stunning off-road hacking in an AONB. We cater for a wide-ranging variety of horses and needs and our professional livery services include working, rehabilitation, schooling and competition. There are also bolt-on, set and be-spoke packages available to suit every requirement.
We also run a British Horse Society (BHS) approved riding school, and are an approved BHS ‘Where to Train Centre’. A recent addition is the UK’s first fully interactive mechanical horse ‘Merlin’. Our Rehabilitation Yard incorporates the Hydrotherapy Unit. This is used as a preventative measure either routinely or after strenuous work to heal all manner of lower limb wounds and is especially good for soft tissue injuries. Shardeloes Farm Equestrian Centre is home to UK Chasers course No.1 – a smart professional course which can be used to educate all levels of rider from the first time cross country experience to an international professional. With no public highways to cross, it is also ideal for aerobic or general fittening work and long distance or cross-country carriage training. On www.shardeloesfarm.com you can view all 39 UK Chasers course fences and other facilities.

Directions:
Cherry Lane is off the A404 between High Wycombe and Amersham. It is signposted Shardeloes Farm Equestrian Centre and Woodrow. For parking simply pass the Equestrian Centre itself and you will find the UK Chasers car park on the right hand side within the wood. Please park up and proceed to our reception area in the cabin to sign in. Please respect our isolation policy and avoid other horses on the premises. For Health and Safety reasons we operate a ‘No Dogs’ policy anywhere on the farm other than in your own vehicle.

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Featuring wide open spaces, a water feature, jumps that range from 1’6 to 3’6, steps and ditches, deciduous and coniferous woodland and woodland clearings, the Elveden course travels through 4 miles, does not cross any public roads, and has some of the most pretty and untouched examples of countryside that the Brecks have to offer. With approximately 50 variable jumps the course offers a challenge to a range of ability.
Start and finish points are at the Estate Shop where you will also need to book in. Opening hours of the course reflect the opening hours of the Estate Shop and can be found on our website. Generally opening times are Mon-Fri 9.30am – 5.30pm, Sat 9am – 5.30pm, Sun 10am – 4pm. To avoid disappointment advance booking is advised. Groups are welcome. The Estate Shop and Café Restaurant also serves hot and cold food and drinks throughout the day – a perfect way to unwind.
Directions:
In Elveden: from the north (Thetford), turn right off the A11 100 yards passed the church. From the south (Barton Mills) turn left off the A11 100 yards past the post office. Follow the signage for the Estate Shop and Café Restaurant. Use the designated parking for horse course riders. Check-in is at the main tills in the Estate Shop.
Please remember to sign off on departure.
To exit: follow internal signage onto B1106, and then re-join the A11 at the Elveden Village traffic lights.

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Craven Chasers is set within 600 acres of grassland. The course is constantly under review and is changed on a regular basis to provide fresh and interesting routes. The course now features many new fences suitable for event training. It is a great confidence builder for a horse rider. It has to be one of the best places available anywhere for fitness and conditioning. The club house has a 4 oven Aga for DIY tea and coffee. Home made biscuits also included in the course fee.
Directions:
Coniston Cold is on the A65 Skipton to Settle Road. From Skipton, Take A65 through Gargrave into Coniston Cold. Take the only left turn into Moorber Lane. ½ mile along the lane, the course is located at the first farm on the right.

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The course has been professionally rebuilt, aiming to provide an ideal facility for Pony and Riding Clubs, instructors and the individual wanting to school. De-stoned and sown to a gallops mix, the new schooling area gives superb going in nearly all conditions, and includes a new water complex, steps, ditches, and a wide variety of fences. There are 3 levels of jumps from 0.6m to 0.9m (pony club level 1-3) as well as a few fences (less than 0.5m). The Hunter Trial course offers every chance to practice for competitions and can be arranged differently for every competition by adding portable obstacles individually or in combination. The course is available for ODE’s and Hunter Trials as well as Pony and Riding Club rallies, and training is available to hire as a group or individually by calling the booking line. Please ring to book your time: 07909751375

Directions:
The course lies 2 miles north of Winchester. Access is from the Three Maids Hill roundabout where the A34 meets the B3420. Take the exit signed “The Worthies”. The entrance to the course is ¼ mile on the left. Threemaidschasers is signed from the roundabout. Please also see the map on the website: www.threemaidschasers.co.uk

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Warren Barn Farm offers some 400 acres of farmland on the North Downs, yet is within 20 miles of central London and just a few miles from the M25 (junction 6). The course offers good going all year round. Every one of the 30-40 jumps (between 2’ to 3’6”) is optional, including steps, hedges and ditches. There is also a well-established water complex and approximately 6 miles of tracks. The course is suitable for a scenic hack (with views of Canary Wharf on a good day) or for the more serious rider who is looking to train and improve fitness. Several miles of hard surfaced tracks have been constructed around the farm suitable for carriage driving. There is ample hard standing for parking, 60m x 30m sand school also available for hire, and several flights of point to point training fences situated on a ¾ mile grass gallop with a rising gradient. Open daily all year round by prior arrangement. Please telephone to book.
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Set In 400 acres of undulating farmland, in the beautiful Welland Valley. The course will be continually developed and a water complex is planned for 2009. Overnight stabling can be arranged at the farm with 4* B&B accommodation 2 miles away. Also the home of Grange Farm Argentinian Criollo Horses where you can experience Western riding.

Directions:
From the A47 take the B6047 (south) to Market Harborough. At Tur Langton turn left onto the Hallaton Road. Cranoe is 3 miles and Grange Farm is first drive on the left as you enter the village.
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From the A6 Market Harborough take the B6047 (north) to Melton Mowbray. At Tur Langton turn right to Hallaton then continue as above. NB. Height restriction 13’ bridge. If this is a problem go to Kibworth and follow signs to Tur Langton

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Built on permanent pasture in beautiful, peaceful surroundings, the course includes a number of combinations and 3 water complexes. 4 star self catering cottages with stabling/paddocks. Short breaks available. Limitless hacking off road and on quiet country lanes.
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Situated 10 miles North West of Morpeth. On the A697, in the village of Longhorsley, turn west. After 1 mile, at a junction facing a caravan park, turn right. Take every left for the next 3 miles.

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Cafe/clubhouse and onsite retail shop. Onsite veterinary centre. Warm and friendly atmosphere.
Directions:
From North - Take A5 then A505 towards Leighton Buzzard. At roundabout (McDonalds and Total garage) turn left on A4146 towards Hemel Hampstead. After approx 500yds turn right towards Little Billington and Slapton. Continue through Little Billington and into Slapton. Immediately past the white border gates of Slapton, turn right into Bury Farm.
From South - Leave A41 at “Whipsnade/Tring” junction and follow B489 towards Ivinghoe. Stay on B488 through Tring and Bulbourne, straight over the roundabout and follow signs for Ivinghoe. At the King’s Head restaurant on your right, immediately turn right into Station Road, continuing along the B488 for 2.8 miles, through Horton (beware speed restriction!) Take first right turn, signed Slapton. Follow road through village and just as you reach outskirts of village, Bury Farm is on the left.

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Tuition can be arranged. Large lorry parking area. No dogs of course for unlimited laps can be negotiated. 25m x 60m manège. A beautiful historic scenic views and wonderful wildlife. A lovely place to ride if nothing else.
Directions:
From Colchester - take Margaretting the A12. Take the first right at the roundabout into Margaretting village, passing the Spread Eagle right and the Black Bull pub on the left. At the bottom of the hill, by the war memorial, take right turn signposted Writtle. Go over A12 flyover bridge and immediately turn left onto Ivy Barn Lane, signposted Hywood. Go down for ½ mile and look for white gates on the right. Furness Farm is up the drive. Park on the grass in the farmyard. From London - take Margaretting junction off the A12. Halfway up the slip road, turn left onto Ivy Barn Lane to Hywood. Go down the lane for half-a-mile and look for white gates on right. Furness Farm is up the drive. Park on the grass in the farmyard.

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Professionally built cross country course suitable for beginners through to any pre-event preparation. Course includes 3 water complexes, steps, arrowheads, corners, bounces, etc. Showjumps and arena hire also available. Overnight accommodation for both horse and human available on site. Carriage drivers by appointment only.
Directions:
Ten miles north of Worcester near Stourport-on-Severn. From A449 North, turn right onto A4025 to Stourport. Take second left at crossroads, along Lincomb Lane. The farm is one mile on the right. Follow signs to the car park.

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Our course is totally off-road set in tranquil open countryside and is a combination of permanent riverside grass and arable field boundaries with vehicle access to some parts of the course. We have a wide variety of obstacles which includes a water complex, steps, ditches, table, “skinny”, coffin and brush fences. Plenty for everyone, the course is ideal for all grades of riders, fittening work or just off-road hacking. The start and finish is at Baswick Bridge Livery where you need to sign in and out. Excellent parking. Please pre book.
Directions:
Take A1035 from Beverley to Leven. At Whitecross roundabout turn left into Leven village. In the centre of the village turn left at the Hare and Hounds pub down West Street. Follow road out of village for ½ mile, take next turn to right and follow for 1½ miles until you reach a T-junction. Turn left for about ½ mile and Baswick Bridge Livery is on the right side of the road.

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Vehicle access around half the course only. Non-riders can accompany riders. Overnight stays can be arranged at luxury castle hotel Swinton Park (www.swintonpark.com) or other accommodation. New easier access for wagons.
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Ten miles off the A1. From A1 take A684 to Bedale, then B6268 to Masham. From Masham, follow A6108 towards Leyburn, but turn off to High Ellington and Ellingstring. Enter the village of Ellingstring and Ruskill Bank Farm is on the right.

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Open – weather permitting. Intro, pre-Novice, Novice and intermediate jumps available, plus 8 superbly designed obstacles available for carriage driving. Pre booking essential. The BHS course is upgraded every year and now includes a new water complex.
Directions:
Half way between Burton on Trent and Lichfield, off A38. Take A513 at Alrewas towards Tamworth. After 1 mile, turn left under railway bridge to Catton. After 1½ miles, park on right hand side of road opposite back drive with red letter box.

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All-weather take offs and landings. One-day events, hunter trials, endurance rides and driving trials. Please send SAE for full list of events for the coming year. Bed and Breakfast and camping, with stabling, also available.
Directions:
Rockbourne can be found between the A354 and A338, 8 miles southwest of Salisbury.
From A354: follow signs to Rockbourne, Roman Villa. Three miles from that corner is a sign on the left for Tenantry Farm/UKC Rockbourne Ride. Turn there, follow concrete road for one mile. Park on right.
From A338: at Fordingbridge, head towards Damerham and Sandleheath. Drive through Sandleheath and, as you leave houses turn right towards Rockbourne and Roman Villa. Follow road past Roman Villa and go through Rockbourne village. 1½ miles from the end of Rockbourne, see a sign on the right for Tenantry Farm/UKC Rockbourne Ride. Turn there, follow concrete road for one mile. Park on right.

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A very attractive course with over half running through heath and mixed woodland. The jumps are situated all round the course with the larger combinations in clearings. Good going all year, with the exception of the water jump which is closed Nov-Feb. Self service tea and coffee available. Pre booking is essential. Please report to XC office before riding the course.
Directions:
From north - pick up A41 at junction 3 M54, follow signs for Wolverhampton. Stay on A41 for 5.5 miles, through two sets of traffic lights. At third set of lights turn right, signed Perton. After lights turn right at both roundabouts signposted Pattingham. After second roundabout turn right at lights and continue to Pattingham (2 miles). Once in Pattingham turn left between the church and Pigot Arms. After 300 metres turn right down Chesterton Road (signed Rudge Riding). The entrance to Rudge Riding is 1 mile on the left.
From south - Follow A454 or B4176 to Rudge Heath, about halfway between Bridgenorth and Wolverhampton. From Rudge Heath follow A454 to Wolverhampton. Take first left signed Rudge Riding. After 1 mile turn right to Pattingham. The entrance to Rudge Riding is 1 mile on the left.

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The course is set in beautiful countryside with an abundance of wildlife. There are 8.5 miles of totally off-road riding. The course allows either a quiet hack or a varied selection of jumps, including steps, steeple chase and water splash and fittening work. Open daily, weather permitting. Extensive parking and facilities. New in 2008 60m x 40m sand and rubber outdoor arena for hire, available all year round including show jumps. Please contact us for further information. B&B available locally.
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Course is within two miles of M1, M6 and A14 on the Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and Leicestershire border. It is situated on the Cold Ashby Road, near the canal bridge, between Stanford on Avon and Cold Ashby.

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A good variety of over 90 jumps ranging from 1’6” to 3’6”. Two water crossings plus a full water complex. 3 steeplechase fences on a long incline old turf gallop - ideal for fitness training or just pleasure! ‘Technical field’ with technical fences used for training clinics. Bridlepaths through the farm offering loads of off-road riding opportunities. The farm has B&B facilities for horse and rider (ETC graded 4 stars and ETC National Accessible scheme level 2 - disabled), two trout fishing lakes (flyfishing lessons can be arranged), clay pigeon shooting (lessons can be arranged), training days with top trainers, UK Riders dressage and show jumping competitions, UK Chasers Cross Country Challenge Competition.
Directions:
Take the A19 from York. After 8 miles, take the Easingwold exit at the roundabout. In Easingwold turn right off Long St to the Market Place. Continue through the Market Place until the crossroads (post box on left). Turn left for Coxwold and Oulston. Continue up and down hill and take the next left to Thornton Hill. The farm is the second entrance on the right, signposted Thornton Lodge Farm and Farmstay UK.

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Located in the Staffordshire Moorlands, within the Peak District National Park. Beautiful scenery. Set in 91 acres, totally off road. Holidays with your horse available in luxury self contained cottage, B&B or CS Touring site. Use of ménage and lunge ring. Please telephone to book. Other amenities include: vehicle access around course, public telephone, first aid, toilets, picnic area, washing down facilities, overnight stabling, manège and unlimited laps per fee (endurance riders).
Directions:
From A523 (Leek to Buxton Road), take B5053 North (sign posted Onecote / Longnor). Take the next left turn at staggered crossroads. Follow the ridge road for about 2 miles. Through the crossroads in the dip. Second Farm on the right is White Lea.

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Open daily from 7am. Large parking area in yard. Easy access. Drinks and snacks available. Please ring to book. Ideal course for schooling novice horses. 36 optional fences over 6¼ miles. Heights from 2’ – 3’. Good take off and landings. Water complex. Suitable for carriages. Horse wash down area. B&B available in house – Traditional 16th Century farmhouse. Full English or Continental breakfast available, good local hostelries for evening food and accommodation available for horse.
Directions:
Situated 1 mile from A1 trunk road and 4 miles south of Grantham. Near to Belvoir Castle, Belton House and Burghley House and just 15 miles from Rutland Water. From A1 southbound: turn right towards Hungerton.
The course is at the first farm on the right. From A1 northbound: turn left after the Texaco garage towards Hungerton. The course is at the first farm on the right.

The course is 6 miles long and compromises of three courses around three separate tracks, each approximately 2 miles with a different height of jump for each one. You can ride any one or all three. Non-riders can accompany riders, access for vehicles upon request. Please pre-book.
Directions:
At junction 1 of the M69, take the exit for Wolvey and then take the first turn on the right to Burton Hastings. The farm entrance is the first right after about 300 yards. Follow the drive past a pair of cottages and over the motorway bridge to the farm.

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The centre is open 7 days a week, 365 days a year from 7am until dusk. Royal Meath Equestrian Centre Ltd offers riding lessons on an individual basis or in small groups for all levels and riders of any age. Alternatively, its fully qualified BHS instructors can teach you on your own horse or one of theirs. Lessons last one hour. Please call for more details. Royal Meath regularly holds clinics, conducted by leading horsemen and women from around the world, and lectures on all aspects of horsemanship and riding, plus regular shows and competitions (see the website or e-mail for details). Short and long-term livery is available in what is described as top quality stabling second to none. Horses reside in the beautiful stable yard at Smithstown House with all mod cons and owners are also entitled to discounts on courses and clinics. Royal Meath Equestrian Centre Ltd also accepts horses for schooling, including breaking and preparing youngsters.
Directions:
Royal Meath Equestrian Centre Ltd is 19 miles north of Dublin city centre and 14 miles from Dublin airport, located half a mile off the N3 (the main Dublin/Navan Road).
From Dublin: Continue north from Dunshaughlin for 1.5 miles and take the first turn on the left. You will see the signs. From Navan: Travel about 9 miles on the N3 from Navan and take the 2nd right after Ross Cross

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The course is set in 60 acres and has a direct off road hack of 1 mile to the beach. Course covers almost 3 miles, the 25+ jumps range in height from 500mm to 900mm and include a water complex, Normandy Bank, Logs, Parallels, Ditches & Hedges. There are indoor and outdoor arenas. Overnight grazing and stabling on site. On and off site accommodation.
Directions:
In Hogsthorpe (1.5 miles off A52 Mablethorpe to Skegness road) turn onto Thames St. At Saracens Head Pub turn left onto Langham Rd. After 1.5 miles turn right at holiday cottages onto Ember Lane. Field Farm second farm on left.

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Equestrian facilities include approximately 100 miles of farm tracks giving unrivalled off-road hacking with optional cross country fences, and a 60 x 40 all weather menage with use of an extensive range of show-jumps. Stabling is in the form of a brand new American barn complex that benefits from rubber flooring throughout all boxes and walkways. There is secure post and rail turnout and use of the solarium and equine spa can be arranged. Lessons from top professionals in dressage and show jumping are available but need to be booked in advance.
Directions:
From Hadleigh - proceed along the A1141 towards Monks Eleigh. After passing through Semer, turn left at the Lindsey/Chelsworth crossroads and follow the BHEC signs. From Lavenham - proceed along the A1141 through Monks Eleigh, bearing right over the bridge towards Hadleigh. Take the next turning right towards Lindsey and follow the BHEC signs. From Bildeston - proceed along the B115 towards Monks Eleigh. Turn left at the junction and over the bridge towards Hadleigh. Take the next turning right towards Lindsey and follow the BHEC signs.

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This is a new course professionally designed and built to British Eventing standards, giving a variety of jumps comprising of logs, permanent and portable fences, steeplechase and two water complexes. Set totally off-road, in quiet farmland onthe north of the Island, descending into the Lhen valley utilising farm tracks, a riverside gallop and open fields. The course is designed to be used by riders and horses of varying abilities, with jumps ranging from 18 inches to 3ft, suitable for beginners up to competition standard. Accommodation for carriage drivers allows the option for all fences to be ridden past as part of an off-road hack. Tuition available by arrangement. The Isle of Man is an ideal holiday destination with a wealth of opportunities for horses and riders alike. Do contact the course owners for ferry travel details prior to booking. Please visit: Isleofman.com to learn more of the riches the Island has to offer. A warm welcome awaits both you and your horse.
Directions:
Travel to the Island with your horsebox, is by ferry from Heysham, leaving the M6 at junction 34 for Lancaster. Upon disembarking in Douglas, follow signs for the A1 towards Peel. At Ballacraine lights, turn right onto the A3 for Kirk Michael and the North. Passing through the villages of Kirk Michael and Ballaugh, upon reaching Sulby, turn left at the bridge taking the A17 north through St. Judes towards Andreas. Once through St. Judes, after approx 2 miles, take the first left at a fork in the road, onto the B3 Jurby Road. Ballig Farm, the home of ‘Manx Chasers’ is the first farm on the right after 1 mile.

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Courses set in 200 acres of private coniferous woodlands and parkland. Excellent going due to sand and peaty soil. 5 courses covering over 4 miles, including 2 ‘diddy’ courses of 1’6” and 2’0” heights. All fences can be jumped both ways including sleepers, bank, water complex, walls, hedges and trakehener. New showjumping area available and four dressage arenas, two are all weather. Many of the jumps are used annually by the A.W. Hunt, and Bromsgrove DR Club for their hunter trials. Overnight stabling available,together with accommodation. All weather manéges, show jumping arenas also available. Due to sandy conditions we never close.
Directions:
Bissell Park Estate is situated off Deansford Lane, which joins the A450 to the A456. The A456 junction is ¾ mile on the south side of Blakedown and 1 ½ miles from the A445 and A456 junction (Landoak pub), in Kidderminster. Alternatively Bissell Park can be approached via the A450 into Deansford Lane which is 2 ½ miles from Hagley or 1 ½ miles from the A450 and the A448 traffic island. The entrance to Bissell Parkis 0.6 miles (on right hand side) from the A456 or 0.9 miles (on left hand side) from A450 road.

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Here at Mote End Farm we have a variety of fences from simple logs up to 3 water complexes, ditches, coffins and tables. Here you will also find an enclosed cross country park with access to a further 4-5 miles of tracks with permanent and portable fences catering for all abilities from novice up to advanced. We can also offer cross country tuition and show jump hire. Set in its own private estate only minutes from the M25 and A1, we are perfectly located for London and surrounding counties. We also hold regular clinics and competitions so check
out our website for further details.
Directions:
From the A1 South take the A5109 (Marsh Lane/Highwood Hill) just before Apex Corner. Follow the A5109 up the hill and through the lights past the Rising Sun Pub, you will see Nan Clarks Lane 200yds after the pub - DO NOT TURN HERE! Keep on the A5109 past Crown Court.100yds after this turn left onto our private drive beside a white house. At the gate press the intercom button and we will let you in; parking is on the right hand side