|
EQUINETOURISM.CO.UK - MANOR FARM - Horse Holidays on the Quantocks |
Horse Holidays in the beautiful Quantock Hills at Manor Farm |
|
MANOR FARM
Accommodation and Trekking
Sue and John Honeyball
Waterpitts, Broomfield, Bridgwater, Somerset
Tel 01823 451266
email sue.manorfarm@googlemail.com
www.manorfarmbreaks.co.uk
|
Accreditation: ETC***
 |
Farmhouse B&B, Self-catering & Trekking Centre at Manor Farm
Ride our horses - or bring your own horse |
|
This superb
14th Century farmhouse is nestled in the fold of the Quantock Hills
only 4 miles from the county town of Taunton. Relax in the idyllic
surroundings of this 140 acre stud farm - perfect for peaceful walks
fishing and riding around the farm and on the hills beyond.
Sue Honeyball has lived at Manor Farm for over 30 years.
Sue has been a professional show jumper, while her husband, John, was a National
Hunt trainer for many years.
Outstandingly
Beautiful...
Manor Farm is recognised as a County Wildlife Site, as a farm of
outstanding beauty and is part of the Countryside Stewardship Scheme.
|
Manor Farm - horse riding and trekking in the beautiful Quantock Hills
|
| Accommodation
at Manor Farm |
| Self Catering
As a self catering bed and breakfast accommodation in Somerset, Manor Farm gives you the flexibility to take full control of your holiday.
Bed & Breakfast in Bridgwater
Bed and breakfast gives you the opportunity to be pampered a little. If you have brought your own horse, you can be preparing for the day ahead whilst we are preparing a hearty farmhouse breakfast.
Farmhouse Breakfast
After staying the night in our cosy twin and double rooms, enjoy a full farmhouse breakfast with fresh free-range eggs from the hens on the farm. Our comfortable and well-appointed sitting room is a great place to relax after a day spent walking or riding in the Quantocks.
|
|
| Horse
Riding & Trekking available at Manor Farm |
Horse Riding
Hack for miles in the wonderful Quantock Hills, away from traffic in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Situated in the county of Somerset, Manor Farm is the perfect base for holidays on horseback, centred in some of the most beautiful rolling countryside in the West Country. Ride amongst open heath and woodland with fantastic vistas towards Exmoor, the Brendon Hills, the Blackdown Hills, the Polden Hills and even across the Bristol Channel to the Welsh coast. The Quantock Hills in Somerset host a large number of tracks, bridleways, forest trails and circular routes so the need to ride on the open road or near traffic is very limited. Whilst the sun is high, enjoy the spectacular panoramic views over three counties. If you need a little shade, head for the wooded coombes and forest tracks.
Horse Riding Holidays
Manor Farm is the ideal place for a holiday break. The Quantock Hills and surrounding towns offer a variety of activities for all tastes (and weather!) all year round. You are welcome to stay at the farm in our comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation or self catering appartment at any time of the year. Please contact us for bookings. Horse riding is a favourite, so we make every effort to ensure this enjoyable pastime is available throughout the year.
Escorted Horse Riding
Whilst on holiday in the South West, why not take advantage of our unique Quantock location by joining us riding the hills and bridleways on one of Manor Farm's well schooled, happy horses.
We can accommodate all experience levels.
Our escorted rides are very popular, so please book your ride in advance to avoid disappointment.
|
|
| Livery at Manor Farm - Quantocks |
Livery - Full Livery
Looking after a horse is a big responsibility. Spending quality time with your horse can be difficult if you are using your precious hours mucking out when you could be out riding. In this hectic modern world most people have limited time available each day. Don't panic, help is at hand! Manor farm offers a full livery service leaving you to enjoy more time out with your horse.
A Manor Farm full livery includes:
•Bedding
•Haylage
•Hard Feed
•Turn Out (limited in winter)
•Free* use of the manege
•Free* use of show jumps
•Free* use of cross country course
* Subject to bookings. Damages must be paid for.
Hacking in the local area is very good. Minimal road work is required with excellent access to tracks and bridleways across almost 100 square kilometers of the Quantock Hills.
Bring Your Own Horse
Why not bring your own horse on holiday to stay in one of Manor Farm's comfortable stables with full rubber matting. The stables back onto the ménage, an all weather fully floodlit arena designed and constructed by Martin Collins Enterprises. Stabling facilities, bedding and haylage are available by pre-arrangement.
|
| Horses at Manor Farm - Quantocks |
Horses
at Manor Farm
Manor Farm has twenty five horses, including
thoroughbreds, cobs and heavyweight hunters. All
rides are escorted and all ages and levels of experience are catered
for, from the absolute novice to the experienced rider. Rides out
start from £35 per person for one and a half hours and £40 for two hours. and are usually about an hour and
a half.
Rides
to suit you...
At Manor Farm, anything is possible. If you'd
like to arrange a hack with friends and stop for a picnic, it can
be arranged. Just contact Sue and John Honeyball to discuss.
|
|
Bookings
Please book well in advance as we are very busy!
However, in the event of a cancellation, some last-minute bookings
may be available - please call us just in case. A pre-payment is required
from all clients who have not ridden with us before. |
Cancellation
notice
Should you be unable to attend your booking,
we require 24 hours notice when cancelling midweek rides, and 48
hours notice when cancelling weekend rides.
|
Equipment and Safety
A current BSI approved hat must be worn when riding. Hats may be borrowed from the stables, though we would appreciate a donation of £1 to charity for their use. Footwear is also an important safety factor and we advise you to ride in a shoe or boot with a slight heel. Trainers should not be worn. |
| Equestrian
Facilities available at Manor Farm |
Stabling
Description:
|
Yes
|
Six purpose
built stables
|
| Size
of stables: |
|
12'x14'. |
| Electricity
and water supply: |
Yes |
Yes,
in all stables and in yard. |
| Feed
store facilities: |
Yes |
Feed store in the stable yard. |
| Tack
room facilities: |
Yes |
There is a purpose built tackroom.
|
| Bedding: |
Yes |
Straw
and shavings are available at additional cost. |
Turn
Out Description:
(Fencing, water, pasture etc)
|
Yes |
The
5 acres of paddocks are fenced by hedges and rails and supplied with
water. |
| Field
shelter facilities: |
No |
|
| Exercise
Area: |
No |
|
| Out
riding: |
Yes |
Tracks,
field and bridleways - see description above. |
| Escorted
Rides: |
Yes
|
See
description above. |
| Parking
and turning: |
Yes |
There
is parking and turning space in the stable yard. |
| Yard
Security: |
Yes |
Security
lights and guard dogs. |
| Workshops,
tuition and courses: |
Yes
|
Tuition is available
for cross country around the farm.
|
| Vet |
Yes
|
|
| Farrier |
Yes
|
|
| Other
information: |
|
Stockland
Lovell Equestrian Training and Competition Centre is in the area. |
| Price
Guide: |
|
Please
contact Sue Honeyball to discuss further. |
Horse riding holidays, equestrian events and shows, horseback vacations, equine directory, good horsemanship, horse holidays, uk and worldwide
ADVERTISE on Equinetourism.co.uk - Click here
SEARCH FOR CONTENT ON EQUINETOURISM.CO.UK |
email: marketing@equinetourism.co.uk
Telephone 00 44 (0)1643 862785
www.EquineTourism.co.uk is owned by Happy Horses Ltd, Holt Ball, Luccombe, Minehead, Exmoor, Somerset TA24 8SZ
www.equinetourism.co.uk is owned by Happy Horses Ltd
Full worldwide copyright and all rights retained ©2004-2010 ongoing Happy Horses Ltd. Please read our Disclaimer
|
