Stockland Lovell Manor - a 900 acre estate comprising of a mixed dairy/beef and arable farm - has been in the Hill family since 1907 and is beautifully situated, nestling in the shadow of the Quantock Hills, with panoramic views stretching from the Mendip Hills across Bridgwater Bay to Wales.
There is excellent viewing of the cross country course for spectators.
1989 saw the beginning of the Equestrian activities, with the building of the original cross country course. Since then it has grown extensively under the careful eye of Andrew Guilding, Farm Manager and Gill Dibble course designer. Running over 150 acres of natural terrain, the course provides an excellent variety of fences, including two water complexes, banks, a sunken road, three
sets of steps and various ditch combinations as well as a large number of both permanent and portable fences from 2ft to 3ft 9'ins. There are two main schooling areas; one devoted to mini fences from 1’6’ ideal for children and the novice rider and horse and the other from 2’ 3’’ upwards. A third schooling area is dedicated to a range of more technical
fences from Pre Novice up to and including Intermediate level.
The course is open throughout the year (subject to ground conditions and major events), and hosts a full diary of events. .
The all weather arenas, one 60 x 50 metre show jumping arena and an adjoining 50 x 50 metre dressage arena are available for hire throughout the year. The arenas can also be utilised as one 110 x 50 metre area, the largest in the south west!
With a full schedule of events, residential camps and a number of clinics taking place in all disciplines as well as its own on site saddlery, stocking a full range of equipment and clothing for both horse & rider, Stockland Lovell has something to offer for everyone.
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