Hafod Equestrian

26/06/2023

Join us for an exciting day of summer fun at our upcoming NCAR Summer Fun day, taking place this Saturday, July 1st. Don't miss out on our thrilling FUN DOG SHOW, as well as numerous stalls and games for everyone to enjoy. Stay refreshed with a variety of hot and cold beverages, including our delicious roast baps. Regardless of the weather, we've got you covered.
Our equestrian arena provides shelter, ensuring a joyful experience whether it's raining or sunny. Ample free parking is available, and we appreciate any donations to support our cause.
We can't wait to see you there! The fun kick off at 11 am and run until 3 pm.
If you're interested in supporting the event, we still have a few stall spaces available. Please email [email protected]) for more information
https://ncar.org.uk/ncar-summer-fun-day/

12/06/2023

So not long to go until our big NCAR Summer Fun day on Saturday 1st July.
We are really looking forward to a lovely day out for all the family! There will be lots going on including our big FUN DOG SHOW!
If you are a craft or have a stall that you would like to promote yourself, we still have a few spaces available for stalls, so please email [email protected] - Stalls are £30 for a 6ft table/space and all proceeds go to the charity.
We will have a hot and cold food/drinks available on the day and lots to do for all the family! So we hope you will see you all there!
Thank you for your support!

22/05/2023

At this time of year we are out working in the garden, tending plants and mowing the lawn, but did you know that lawn grass cuttings should never be fed to horses. Please remember never put cuttings into any area where horses are grazing.

Unfortunately, grass cuttings are potentially very dangerous for horses to eat and sadly many have died as a result of people putting lawn mowings over the fence into horse pastures.

5 Good Reasons not to feed cutting to horses:

COLIC: A horse may gorge itself on piles of clippings. The large amount of grass can cause excessive fermentation in the hind gut. This can lead to colic or laminitis.
CHOKE: Horses tend to gobble down grass clippings quickly. Unlike grazing on grass out of the pasture and slowly chewing it, clippings require little effort or chewing to swallow. There is a potential risk that the clippings can get lodged in the esophagus.
MOLD: Piled up grass clippings can quickly grow mold, especially in hot and humid environments. Mold can also lead to colic.
BOTULISM: Dense piles of grass do not allow for air to circulate through grass clippings. This is an invitation for the deadly botulism toxin to develop.
POISONOUS PLANTS: Horses unknowingly eat toxic weeds and plants they normally would avoid when they get mixed in with the mower clippings.

18/05/2023

Official Statement:

We regret to inform you that Hafod Arena will be closing in the near future. The viability of the equine rescue has resulted in this difficult decision. Unfortunately, the arena was not the fundraising facility that we had hoped it would be and as NCAR is a charity, the trustees have a responsibility to manage resources responsibly. We would like to thank everyone who has supported this venture.

All arena bookings will remain available until July 30th 2023. By honoring these bookings and future bookings until this time, we aim to generate funds for our charity and prevent the arena from remaining unused, considering it is a fantastic facility.

The charity will actively encourage potential buyers to utilise the centre
as a business, and we hope that our valued customers will have the opportunity to continue using the facility in the future once it has been sold.

The horse charity side of NCAR will continue but the horse and ponies will be relocated to our other site and be taken care of and will still be available for adoption.

It is important to note that these changes have had an impact on the on-site staff. We kindly request that you direct any questions or concerns to Karen Jones, the Hafod manager, at [email protected]. This is a sensitive time for the staff, and your understanding is greatly appreciated.

We deeply regret any inconvenience caused by this decision and appreciate your continued support.

Please note this does not affect North Clwyd Animal Rescue, Trelogan in anyway.

15/05/2023

Some spaces left for Friday 19th May on John Hales pole clinic.

To book go to www.hafodequestrian.org.uk and click on John's tab.

05/05/2023

So the moment you have all been waiting for our NEW website is now live.
Welcome to the new NCAR website, we hope you love it, it’s taken a lot of blood, sweat, stress and tears to make it all possible but we hope you think it’s worth it!
Bare with us there are a few areas that are still under development but enjoy our new site!
Thank you to everyone that has made this possible!
www.ncar.org.uk
For all arena booking from now on please head over to this website to book with ease!

04/05/2023

Exciting news our brand new website is on its way, but there maybe a little wait depending on how long it takes to transfer over (no more than 48hrs we promise)
So sorry for any inconvenience but the new site will be worth the wait!
If you need to contact us then please phone us on 07729420849 or 01745 771070 office hours for any arena bookings and we will be able to help you!
Not long now! 😊

03/05/2023

Help please 🙏🤞Has anyone got a 3'9" flysheet they could donate for Carlo please?

01/05/2023

The next Richard Jones clinic on 25th May still has a couple of spaces.

Richard is an excellent coach and can help riders of all levels.

To book go to www.hafodequestrian.org.uk click book arena and then go on Richards tab for further information and to book a slot.

25/04/2023

Poor Maggie has had to have a broken tooth removed!

No-one would have known it was broken, she showed no signs of discomfort and was eating just fine but, on her routine check Seamus from R D Owen Equine Clinic Ltd found it.

So off she went to Andy Peffers for some specialist care.

She is home now and recovering well.

24/04/2023

Diary Dates to Remember!

The lovely John Hales-Tilley will be doing his pole clinics on May 19th, June 16th, August 11th, September, 8th October 6th & November 3rd.

Please book online at www.hafodequestrian.org.uk
Click the book Arena tab and then Johns tab.

21/04/2023

Thank you so much R D Owen Equine Clinic Ltd for buying the ponies fly masks.

Carlo looks particularly fetching in his! 😎😁

20/04/2023

Rugs are off!!!! 😎

We think little Caradog looks like a L'Oréal advert with that fringe 🤣 He's so worth it!

09/04/2023

HAPPY EASTER 🐣

06/04/2023

Home visit to see Monte and his new pal Bill, this morning.

We will always stay in touch to give any advice and support you need to keep your rehomed horse or pony safe and well.

Obviously Monte has landed on his feet..... very content and happy boy!

www.hafodequestrian.org.uk

05/04/2023

Due to the popularity last weekend, we are doing a whole weekend of course hire!

To book go online to www.hafodequestrian.org.uk and use the "off peak" price tab to access the special offer price.

02/04/2023

Fantastic day of show jumping today.

Thank you to all who came and supported us, and a big thanks to the Flint and Denbigh Hunt branch of the pony club for all the organising and helpers.

The course will remain up for tomorrow.... Monday 3rd April, its just £25 per hour to hire for up to 4 horses.

You can book online. Use the "off peak" price tab when booking to get this offer.

www.hafodequestrian.org.uk

Tell your friends.... or even better, bring them!

29/03/2023

Our special offer price of £25ph for indoor arena hire was so popular that we will now have it as a permanent "off peak" price!

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 09.00 to 15.00 will be our off peak time. You can hire the indoor for up to 3 horses for £25ph.

The arena is 20x64m so plenty of space if you're sharing with a friend or two or if you want to help yourself to a few jumps!

All we ask is that you leave the arena as you find it.

To book, go online to www.hafodequestrian.org.uk

Or for further information email [email protected]

29/03/2023

John Hales, Hafod
April 21, May 19
June 16, Aug 11
Sep. 8,Oct. 6, Nov 3
Book online

27/03/2023

It's starting to feel like spring is in the air at last!

If you've got hawk eyes 👀 you might just be able to spot one of our lovely volunteers in one of these photos! 😀

If you'd like to volunteer with us please email [email protected]

www.hafodequestrian.org.uk

24/03/2023

The new Forest School area is coming on well thanks to the crew from Pengwern College.

18/03/2023

Very informative talk last night with R D Owen Equine Clinic Ltd.
Thanks to everyone from the clinic.
And thanks to everyone who donated to the rescue.....£126 raised!

17/03/2023

Don't forget we're having a talk on laminitis, chushings and EMS tonight by the fantastic
R D Owen Equine Clinic Ltd.
A few last minute tickets still available. Call the clinic to book.

*WHAT’S GOING ON IN MARCH 2023*

We continue to strive to bring you great offers at a great price.

8th March- gastroscope clinic @ R D Owen equine clinic LL17 0AL. A few spaces remain on this clinic, with the half price offer of £75 including sedation.

17th March- our information evening on laminitis, Cushings and EMS is taking place at Hafod Equestrian LL16 4UN. Complimentary food and drink from 6.45 with a 7.15pm start for the talk.
This will be a very informative evening for anyone with horses that suffer from laminitis, Cushings or EMS especially going into the risk period over the summer.

20th March- castration clinic @ R D Owen equine clinic LL17 0AL.
Horses must be less than 3 years old with both testicles present. The offer includes a health check, the castration and one dose of anti-inflammatory. Any antibiotics, further anti-inflammatories or tetanus prophylaxis are extra.
Colts less than 13hh- £150+ VAT
Colts over 13hh- £180+ VAT
Take advantage of this great offer before the flies kick in.

Our foot radiograph and farrier consult offer continues through the summer.
£120+ VAT for 4x lateral projections of the feet
£150 + VAT for 4 x lateral and 4x dorsopalmar projections of the feet

For any more information or to book onto any of these offers please email us on [email protected] or call us on 01745 584516

13/03/2023

Thank you Dan at Heath Horse Transport - North Wales for taking Monte to his new home this morning.
It's fantastic when our horses get new homes and a fresh start.
Heres Monte looking rather pleased when he arrived and when he was introduced to his new field companion Bill.

If anyone would like to know more about rehoming, please either fill in our initial enquiry form pinned at the top of our page or email;
[email protected]

10/03/2023

Another shout out to thank Keith Bevan for lending us his roller for sorting out the fields.
Typically just after rolling they look like this!
Pretty but not practical 😂

07/03/2023

Massive thanks today to R D Owen Equine Clinic Ltd for doing several pony MOT'S!
Teeth, condition, a few PPID tests, heart, lungs and eyes!

06/03/2023

We'd like to give a massive thanks to Simon Frost of OAQ Wales for transporting our new (second hand) harrow all the way from Anglesey today. We couldn't have done it without you!

https://www.facebook.com/OAQwales

www.hafodequestrian.org.uk

06/03/2023

Fantastic clinics from our newly formed veterinary partnership with R D Owen Equine Clinic. They will be overseeing the health of our rescue horses and ponies. Places go quick so book ASAP.

*WHAT’S GOING ON IN MARCH 2023*

We continue to strive to bring you great offers at a great price.

8th March- gastroscope clinic @ R D Owen equine clinic LL17 0AL. A few spaces remain on this clinic, with the half price offer of £75 including sedation.

17th March- our information evening on laminitis, Cushings and EMS is taking place at Hafod Equestrian LL16 4UN. Complimentary food and drink from 6.45 with a 7.15pm start for the talk.
This will be a very informative evening for anyone with horses that suffer from laminitis, Cushings or EMS especially going into the risk period over the summer.

20th March- castration clinic @ R D Owen equine clinic LL17 0AL.
Horses must be less than 3 years old with both testicles present. The offer includes a health check, the castration and one dose of anti-inflammatory. Any antibiotics, further anti-inflammatories or tetanus prophylaxis are extra.
Colts less than 13hh- £150+ VAT
Colts over 13hh- £180+ VAT
Take advantage of this great offer before the flies kick in.

Our foot radiograph and farrier consult offer continues through the summer.
£120+ VAT for 4x lateral projections of the feet
£150 + VAT for 4 x lateral and 4x dorsopalmar projections of the feet

For any more information or to book onto any of these offers please email us on [email protected] or call us on 01745 584516

02/03/2023

John Hales-Tilley will be doing his wonderful pole work clinic again on Friday 10th March.

Please book online at www.hafodequestrian.org.uk