Priory Place Equestrian

05/09/2024

Thank you to all my clients that love their lessons as much as we love teaching them 🫶 so grateful for our Priory Place Community 💙💙💙

03/09/2024

Priory Place Equestrian is looking for another full time member of staff - Little Dunmow, Essex.

Monday - Friday, we are looking for someone able to cover mornings only 8:30am - 12:30pm or optional additional afternoon hours 2:30pm - 4:30pm.

We are a riding school & livery yard. All general yard duties required; mucking out, turning out, poo picking, etc…

Please call Joely 07879335545 if you are interested. 🌟🌟

23/08/2024

20/08/2024

Introducing our newest addition to the Priory Place Team 🌟

Connor Thorogood is a highly experienced riding instructor with over 24 years of expertise in riding and training horses.

Connor specializes in problem-solving, helping to restore confidence in both horses and riders. Whether you’re dealing with specific challenges or simply looking to build a stronger connection with your horse, Connor’s tailored approach ensures that every session addresses your unique needs. His positive coaching style is designed to guide riders of all levels—whether you’re a complete beginner or working at advanced levels—toward achieving their personal riding ambitions.

He is deeply committed to supporting his clients on their equestrian journey, offering guidance and encouragement at every step. His expertise is not limited to one discipline; he has successfully produced many horses, taking them from the start of their careers to excelling in dressage, show jumping, and eventing.

Connor prides himself on creating a supportive environment where both horse and rider can thrive.

We are so pleased to welcome Connor to our team 🌟

Connor Thorogood Equestrian

15/08/2024

Looking for land to rent in or around Dunmow area suitable for horses. 🙏

14/08/2024

Spaces available: 🐴🐴
TOMORROW Thursday 15th August
FRIDAY Friday 16th August

https://prioryplace-ec.book.app/

Summer Pony Days @ Priory Place EC 🌟🌟

Your day will be packed with riding adventures, exciting games, and invaluable lessons on horse care. From grooming and feeding to saddling up, you’ll get hands-on experience in all aspects of equine care. Plus, saddle up for a memorable ride that will leave you beaming. It’s a fantastic opportunity for horse lovers of all ages to enjoy the magic of our equestrian world, right here at Priory Place Equestrian!

Suitable for all riders aged 5 & over as well as adults wanting to learn & develop skills. Groups will be allocated by age & experience to ensure each person can gain the most out of this experience.

A great opportunity to learn and develop skills caring for horses and spending quality time with them. Our BHS trained coaches will teach clients about:
- Grooming & Plaiting
- Learning about different kinds of tack & how to tack up the horses
- Safety around the yard, including riding.

General everyday yard duties; mucking out, feeding etc. Each day you will be given tasks and instructions on horse care & at the end of the day given a record of achievement and a well done rosette. A great opportunity for pony club members to earn their skills badges 🌟

Afternoon Dates & times:
Friday 26th July 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 2nd August 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 9th August 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 16th August 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 23rd August 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Full Day Dates & times:
Wednesday 31st July 9:00am - 3:00pm
Tuesday 6th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday 15th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Tuesday 20th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday 21st August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday 28th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Friday 30th August 9:00am - 3:00pm

Please provide your own lunch & Drinks, warm appropriate clothing should be worn with suitable footwear.

Non-refundable deposits of £20 to be paid in order to secure place. Full Day £70 per person.
Afternoon £35 per person.

To get booked in please book in via our booking system to reserve your slot or message Joely 07879335545. We look forward to seeing you!

https://prioryplace-ec.book.app/

09/08/2024

𝗪𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝘁-𝗼𝗳-𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 🚑 When faced with an emergency, we believe it’s essential to have a team you know and trust.

Our dedicated team of 10 equine-only vets have extensive knowledge and years of experience between them including advanced veterinary qualifications.

Other benefits include:
🔹𝗔𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗔𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 - We always have two vets on duty for emergencies at any time.
🔹𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 - Your horse will be treated by vets you know and recognise.
🔹𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 - With access to your horse’s medical history, we can ensure informed decision-making.
🔹𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 - Should your horse require hospitalisation, it will be at our practice with our nursing team.
🔹𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 - If follow-up examinations are necessary, these can be with the same vet.
🔹𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲-𝗼𝗳-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 - With blood machines, x-ray equipment, ultrasound and more, advanced diagnostics are always at hand.

We’re committed to being here for you and your horse 24/7, 365 days a year🐴🥰

08/08/2024

Happy retirement to a true dressage legend, Carl Hester 🌟

Carl Hester announces Olympic retirement after collecting the full set of Medals -
Hester announces that he will not be travelling to the LA Games in 2028
“It’s the perfect way to go out,” he said after he had come sixth in the individual freestyle dressage competition at Versailles. “It was probably the best freestyle I’ve ever done. Why should I not retire after that?
Thanks for the Memories Carl

03/08/2024

Personal best in Paris 🇫🇷🇬🇧

Becky Moody’s score gives Britain the lead in the team standings after the first rotation of riders 🤩

🇬🇧 76.489%
🇩🇰 75.973%
🇩🇪 75.942%

Follow results live via the BD Paris Hub here: https://bit.ly/BDParis24-results

29/07/2024

🥇🥇🥇🥇𝐖𝐞'𝐯𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐭! 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐃!!!!🥇🥇🥇🥇

Team GB are Paris 2024 Olympic Team Gold medal winners!!!

What an amazing achievement from Tom McEwen, Ros Canter Eventing and Laura Collett Eventing!!! An absolute masterclass in horsemanship from all three riders. Happy horses and happy riders performing at their best! 🥳

Team GB are the only team to complete on double figures on 91.3!!! Massive well done!

Congratulations also to Silver medal winners France (103.6) and Japan in Bronze on 115.8.

Now for the individual placings...

Follow the scores live here https://bit.ly/4c2VhFK

24/07/2024

Ok I am sticking my neck out and opening a can of worms by saying what I feel strongly that needs to be said.

We are living at a time where there is no privacy and everything that happens behind closed doors is spoken about and shown in public. Some of this is good and some is not.

I feel very strongly about horse welfare because we as riders and trainers have the power over horses wellbeing as well as over the misuse of horses. It is our obligation to look after them and care for them.

Saying that, we as humans learn to do the right things by often making mistakes first. When I look back on my career as a rider and a coach there have been many times that I would now say I have done the wrong thing by my standards today.
I have done the wrong thing by horses in my past, riding and training in a way that I would NOT accept today, because today I know better.

I have many times looked back at horses in my past and apologised to them, feeling bad about my actions, knowing that they came from a lack of knowledge, pressure, frustration and my own ego at the time wanting to prove myself.

All these experiences have made me the rider, coach and person I am today. I have learned, grown and have become more knowledgable and compassionate as a result of my past.

What is the point of my confession and this post?

The point is that we have a current situation where a rider/trainer is punished and dragged through social media which might threaten her career not to mention the personal trauma inflicted on Charlotte herself.

We have a whistle blower who is crucified and haunted by supporters and fans, I can not imagine how he/she must be feeling right now.

We have a horse who is no better off.

All of what is happening right now, with the time that has passed has no benefit for anyone. It is only causing pain. I beg you to put yourself in the shoes of both people involved. How terrible must they feel right now.

But we can learn from mistakes so lets learn.

Riders, if you are in a lesson where something happens that you are not comfortable with, that you feel is doing wrong by you or your horse, speak up! You can only help your horse if you speak up there and then.

Parents, friends, families, if you are witnessing a lesson where the rider is not able to speak up, support them and speak for them! Stop the lesson, pay and walk away.

I know how hard it can be, I have been there myself as a rider and as a parent where I felt I had to speak up and end a lesson. Not because the horse was abused, but because I felt it was not the right way to train. Why did I know that and why could I speak up for the horse?? Because I have learned from my mistakes in the past.

Coaches and trainers, I know how hard it is to combine your love and passion for horses with the need to create an income to be able to have a sustainable business that pays the bills.
I know how difficult it can be to fulfil riders expectations and help them to achieve the sometimes unachievable.
Be courageous enough to be honest to your riders and make them understand the importance of time! It is the shortcuts that harm our horses and they are taken because we don't allow the time it takes.
Horses are in no hurry, it is us who have to learn to be patient.

I don't know the details of what has happened but I wish that we can find a way back to having conversations. Speaking to each other even if we disagree. Taking videos, slandering each other on social media and suing people who we once admired is not who we are as a horse community. Lets do better.

Lets, learn to say YES when you mean yes and learn to say NO when you mean no. Lets have discussions, disagreements and even arguments but behind closed doors and in small circles.
This is something that we all can do better so that we protect our horses at the time when they need our protection, not years later.

22/07/2024

Looking for working livery or full loan horses.

Priory Place Equestrian are looking for -
- A beginners lead rein pony
- A novice jumping pony/horse 14.2hh - 16hh
- A 17hh + for adult beginners.

Our small family run riding school based in Lt Dunmow, CM6 are looking for a variety of ponies to join our team. 5* care for all of our horses onsite.

We offer 1 to 1 sessions to riders of all levels and ability’s. Little Dunmow CM6 3HY

20/07/2024

So proud of everything that has been achieved at Priory Place. Hearing people talk about us with such appreciation to all of the blood sweat and tears that have gone into our property and horses, means everything to us ❤️

19/07/2024

Summer Pony Days @ Priory Place EC 🌟🌟

Your day will be packed with riding adventures, exciting games, and invaluable lessons on horse care. From grooming and feeding to saddling up, you’ll get hands-on experience in all aspects of equine care. Plus, saddle up for a memorable ride that will leave you beaming. It’s a fantastic opportunity for horse lovers of all ages to enjoy the magic of our equestrian world, right here at Priory Place Equestrian!

Suitable for all riders aged 5 & over as well as adults wanting to learn & develop skills. Groups will be allocated by age & experience to ensure each person can gain the most out of this experience.

A great opportunity to learn and develop skills caring for horses and spending quality time with them. Our BHS trained coaches will teach clients about:
- Grooming & Plaiting
- Learning about different kinds of tack & how to tack up the horses
- Safety around the yard, including riding.

General everyday yard duties; mucking out, feeding etc. Each day you will be given tasks and instructions on horse care & at the end of the day given a record of achievement and a well done rosette. A great opportunity for pony club members to earn their skills badges 🌟

Afternoon Dates & times:
Friday 26th July 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 2nd August 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 9th August 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 16th August 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday 23rd August 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Full Day Dates & times:
Wednesday 31st July 9:00am - 3:00pm
Tuesday 6th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday 15th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Tuesday 20th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday 21st August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday 28th August 9:00am - 3:00pm
Friday 30th August 9:00am - 3:00pm

Please provide your own lunch & Drinks, warm appropriate clothing should be worn with suitable footwear.

Non-refundable deposits of £20 to be paid in order to secure place. Full Day £70 per person.
Afternoon £35 per person.

To get booked in please book in via our booking system to reserve your slot or message Joely 07879335545. We look forward to seeing you!

https://prioryplace-ec.book.app/

15/07/2024

Brand New pair of Deniro’s size 4 36 C XS. I only wore these boots twice before growing out of them 😑 £200 collection Lt Dunmow CM6.

15/07/2024

Our new viewing hut for both schools, we are just awaiting some chairs for inside 🌟

28/06/2024

Dreams coming true 🫶

18/06/2024

A wonderful trip to Hatfield forest 🌳🤩

10/06/2024

Pain Management - Cryotherapy ❄️

💭 Cryotherapy means “cold therapy”, which can be utilised as an advanced method for pain management

Cold therapy is part of RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation). It is recommended the following:

🧊 Runners Knee
🧊 Tendonitis
🧊 Sprains
🧊 Arthritis
🧊 Tennis Elbow Injury
🧊 Hip or Knee Replacement Pain
🧊 Lower Back Pain

✅ Lowers your skin temperature
✅ Reduces the nerve activity
✅ Reduces pain and swelling

Book your free consultation today!

👩‍⚕️ Qualified Nurse Practitioners
📄 Platinum SaveFace Accreditation
📍 Braintree, Essex
🕗 10-8pm Mon-Fri & 10-6pm Sat
💳 PayPal 0% Finance available
🅿️ Parking on-site
📲 01376653511

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04/06/2024

We have been keeping a little secret!
On 03.06.2024, our beautiful little c**t was born. 🐴❤️

Both mare Pommy and foal are doing well, though they spent the last day at Rossdales as he was worryingly weak. Thankfully, his strength has come through, and he’s doing great now. We look forward to bringing them back home. 🤍

But now, he needs a name! 🌟
Sire: Rockability, Dam: Fenagra V

What do you think our little man should be called? 🌟

04/06/2024

We have been keeping a little secret!
On 03.06.2024, our beautiful little c**t was born. 🐴❤️

Both mare Pommy and foal are doing well, though they spent the last day at Rossdales as he was worryingly weak. Thankfully, his strength has come through, and he's doing great now. We look forward to bringing them back home. 🤍

But now, he needs a name! 🌟
Sire: Rockability, Dam: Fenagra V

What do you think our little man should be called? 🌟

04/06/2024

🌟 Bailey 🌟

The journey we have had with this boy after almost losing him, and now to see him shimmering in the sunshine @ Lara’s yard fills me with such joy. I’m so proud to say he will start being ridden again soon 🤞❤️

31/05/2024

11/05/2024

Dear valued clients of Priory Place Equestrian,

We sincerely apologize for the recent disruptions to your lessons over the past three weeks. Unforeseen circumstances and a staff illness necessitated rescheduling and cancellations, causing inconvenience and frustration for which we are deeply sorry.

We are pleased to inform you that Joely is now back to work as of tomorrow and is ready to resume lessons and take bookings moving forward. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this challenging time.

We are eager to welcome you all back and continue the progress we’ve been making together. Your commitment and support mean the world to us, and we are grateful for your understanding during this temporary setback.

The Priory Place Equestrian Team 🤍

03/05/2024

🌟 Introducing Our New Coach at Priory Place! 🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome Kia, our dynamic new instructor, to Priory Place. With nearly a decade of teaching experience and over 30 years of riding under her belt, Kia brings a wealth of expertise to our stables.

Having competed in prestigious events like the Spanish Sunshine tour and worked with renowned yards such as Stal Tops and Stal Bosteels, Kia’s passion for equestrian excellence shines through in her coaching.

Join us on Mondays and Saturdays for personalized lessons with Kia, as she shares her extensive knowledge and helps you reach your riding goals. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned rider, Kia is here to elevate your skills and ignite your passion for riding.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to train with Kia at Priory Place! Contact us today to book your session and experience the difference firsthand. 🐎

25/04/2024

Conna our old pony having a splash 💚

13/04/2024

2nd hand items for sale x

09/04/2024

🐴 Riding Instructor Opportunity at Priory Place Equestrian🐴

Priory Place Equestrian invites you to join our dynamic team and build your own client base within our well-established centre. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and thriving environment, helping riders of all levels achieve their goals. Flexible hours, Based in Little Dunmow, Essex!

Requirements:
🔹 Safeguarding and First Aid Certification: Ensuring the safety and well-being of our riders is our top priority.
🔹 BHS Stage 2 Teaching Qualification: Demonstrating a high level of equestrian knowledge and teaching proficiency.

What We Offer:
🔷 Client Base Development: Take advantage of our established client base while building your own within our growing community.
🔹 Full Access to Booking System: Manage your schedule efficiently with our user-friendly booking system.
🔷 Great Facilities: Enjoy working in a well-equipped centre with top-notch amenities.
🔷 Sensible Horses: Work with a team of reliable and sensible horses that make teaching a joy.

Please contact Joely at 07879335545 to find out more about this fantastic opportunity. 🐴

09/04/2024

There is no such thing as the “wrong horse”.

Not every horse that comes into your life will be exactly what you want, in fact very few will be, but whether the come temporarily, or stay forever, every horse comes for a reason.

That reason is not always clear. It can feel like all some horses bring is stress, pain and heartache. It can sometimes feel so ‘wrong’ that you can’t see how any good could ever come from it.

But the most valuable lessons come from the ‘wrong’ horses.

When you get up after eating dirt after being thrown for the third time that ride, you’ll find resilience you never knew you had.

When your tired of sitting at the side lines, watching your friends having fun whilst your horse is still chapters behind, you’ll find patience within yourself that you didn’t know was there.

When your sick of spending every ride questioning your ability and second guessing yourself, you’ll dig deep and find the self belief that’s always been hidden inside you.

And when you meet a horse that is so broken, even giving the very best of yourself won’t fix it, you’ll find a selflessness in you to make sure that horse never knows anything but love.

Patience, resilience, determination, selflessness aren’t easy lessons, but we’re better riders for learning them.

You may think you’ve got the “wrong horse”, but you’ve actually got the right horse to teach the hardest lessons.

Learn well. 💙

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🌟 Quote by Kind permission of cromwellandlucy

You can find Lucys book - www.cromwellandlucy.co.uk

03/04/2024

A lovely surprise to see our beautiful ducklings have hatched 🐣