At Stone Circle Livery we have two arenas. One is a 20M round pen and the other is a 60M X 20M schooling arena. Both arenas have superb drainage and are free from flooding, wet and boggy areas or any soft sides (Where the edges of the arena have been used so much and not maintained that there is basically nothing left so they give way).
The 60X20 school is rubber surfaced and provides a springy feel. Horses love the surface and if you have ever had the misfortune to fall off a horse you'll understand why a rubber surface has benefits for the rider too. Our surface has been made with recycled tyres that are free from wire. The sides have large kick boards and it is triple post and rail fenced all round. The school is marked with dressage markers and we also have a full set of jumps.
The 20M round pen has a silca-sand base. The design for the pen was taken from the style of pens used in Colorado. On a trip there we saw many round pens in use. The biggest feature of them was the way they used a triple rail on the top to provide a safer surface if a rider got thrown. Although this feature costs a lot more in the build cost, the potential safety advantages speak for themselves.
Both of the arenas are sheltered down the Eastern side and new planting to provide further windbreaks has taken place on the western side. Both arenas offer glorious views across countryside and are positioned so the activities of the yard do not interfere with the person and horse using the arena.
We charge a flat rate of £10 per hour for non-liveries to use either the round pen or the arena. Prior permission is required and a booking needs to be made. Visit www.stonecirclelivery.com or call 01233 860 870 or email info@stonecirclelivery.com
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