Livery stables and riding centre
A combination of helpful, dedicated staff, a peaceful environment and excellent equestrian facilities make Higher Houghton Stables the perfect choice for livery or rehabilitation for your horse.
You can enjoy unparalleled hacking on the farm and beyond on Dorset's many bridleways. Our resident Professional is always on hand to help with lessons, cross country and show jumping coaching, schooling for any problems you may be experiencing with your animal or your riding.
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Excellent Equestrian Facilities, Livery, Rest & Rehabilitation *Newly resurfaced menage* Dressage not Stressage events Adult courses & non residential camps Cross Country clinics |
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Directions to Higher Houghton Stables: Take the Blandford-Dorchester road (A354) and turn 1st right in Winterborne Whitechurch towards Winterborne Stickland (3 miles). In Winterborne Stickland take the 2nd turning left signposted to Winterborne Houghton. Continue through village past a 'no through road' sign until you reach a sharp bend to the right with a sign on the corner saying 'Farm Road to Higher Houghton Only'. Continue along farm road for approximately ½ mile until you see the yard on the left hand side.
| EVENT | DATE | TIME | CONTACT |
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| Portman Hunt hunter trial | Sunday 3rd October 2010 | All day | MJ |
Results from previous competitions
CLICK HERE FOR PORTMAN HUNT HUNTER TRIAL 3rd OCTOBER 2010 - OCHILL
Adult courses on your own horses:
Relive your pony club days, with a non residential camp for riders and "boot" camp for horses.
How to ride a dressage test, jum a show jump course, canter round the cross country course or just learn some new "schooling" techniques. Something for all abilities in a fun, relaxed and educational environment. Stable management sessions. Max 6 riders. Morning coffee, great lunch and afternoon tea provided for all riders.
Prices: 4/5 day course £250
2 day course £120
1 day course £75
* Camps will only run if full.
Please e-mail mjwhoughton@aol.com for more information or call the yard on 01258 881103
Cross Country Evening Clinics:
New to Cross Country or just want to progress to the next step? Fun, informative clinics on your own horse. Evening and days available during June and July.
- Fences from 1'9" to 3'3
- Having a problem with that ditch?
- Unsure how to rider a corner?
- Worried about the skinny's
- Unsure about jumping in an open space?
Support and encouragement all the way. Confidence given by Lou Johnston who is experienced in all levels of Cross Country riding.
£15.00 a session (groups of 6 max)
Please e-mail mjwhoughton@aol.com for more information or call the yard on 01258 881103
For more information on Lou Johnston click here
For Higher Houghton Stables full web page please Click Here
or visit www.equinetourism.co.uk/equineestablishments/higherhoughton.htm
For more information please contact MJ at:
Higher Houghton Stables
Higher Houghton
Winterbourne Houghton
Blandford
Dorset
DT11 OPG
Telephone 01258 881103
Fax 01963 23064
email enquiries@higherhoughton.co.uk