King Erik the Ex-Racehorse

20/04/2024

Hetton Lyons Country Park today. Motty looks like he has finally cracked this loading so we can continue our adventures. That's 3 days in a row he has loaded really well.

Busy long weekend for us both this weekend.

Might show Motty the jumps round here so he can have a play.

19/04/2024

Today Motty and I had our monthly Ranger Visit to Elemore Country Park.

Ground drying up nicely although still a few boggy patches so just a walk and trot today. Hopefully next visit we'll be up to canter mode.

Few issues found and reported back to the Park Manager.

Was really funny, when one of the dog walkers in the area thought we were Police Horses. 😂

13/04/2024

Back on the track. Well the old railway tracks!!!

Lovely hack out today and it was dry for a change. With the warm weather and the breeze, I'm hoping the fields start to dry out and the grass will grow.

I Love Grass!!!!

02/04/2024

Finally a day with no rain!!!

Today I showed Joey and Motty the way to Durham. I had Half Pint (Poppy) on board today so it was a doddle.

Motty had Grace on board which was Grace's first time on an Ex-Racehorse. Rode like a pro. Needs to work on dismounting though. It's a bit of a longer drop from Motty than it is Brandy at 12'2hh. 😂

Joey was spot on today. Led for most of the way and was so eager to get back that he jogged the last 1/2 mile. We just took it easy. Motty and me have had the fast life!!!

I was my usual magnificent self. I'm always good when Half Pint is onboard. I did try to make a sneaky getaway early to get back to the yard, but Poppy isn't taking any crap from me these days.

Day off tomorrow cos the rain is back again.

25/03/2024

Yesterday I went to Elemore Park to conduct my monthly Ranger Patrol. Assisted by my new Deputy (Motty), we went patrolling the area and reported any issues to the Management.

Area looking really good with only a few issues to report.

We were lucky enough at the end to have an area fenced off for us to graze.

19/03/2024

What a day. Even managed a cheeky little hack in the grounds as well.

19/03/2024

Today we went on our first Modelling photoshoot. It was supposed to be my Photoshoot, but someone dropped out, so dad filled that role.

Set in the beautiful surroundings of Seaton Delaval Hall in Seaton Delaval. I had to stand around for a couple of hours. I was good as gold and a natural at it. The humans needed some guidance though

We were working with , in conjunction with The National Trust to recreate artwork to go on display in the Hall in May 2024

Set in the 1750's the story is based on a racehorse and his owner and family.

Can't wait to see the final commissions.

17/03/2024

Today I took my mate Motty out to a new place for us both.

Plenty of paths to explore and once that ground dries a bit more, loads of places to canter.

Oh, we're going to explore this year.

12/03/2024

Good luck to Nico de Boinville )Erik) and Paul Townend ( Motty) (Our ex jockeys) today and this week at the Cheltenham Races.

Hope you'll ride some winner

10/03/2024

Following my stint as a Best Man. Not only did it hit the National and International press, but Jason Manford got in touch.

Have a listen to my story along with other alternative Best Men.

Time to meet some best men...with a difference.

10/03/2024

So many people have asked, where is good to hack. So I thought, I'd put some places we've hacked together in a book.

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King Erik is a racehorse who following a serious injury, had to retire. Having re-located to the North East of England, Erik, unable to compete at racing, showjumping or dressage, embarked on a new career as a happy hacker. Erik and his family set out to find locations to enjoy life following his...

09/03/2024

Serviced my box yesterday and all ready to go for the Summer.

Amazing work, prompt and very knowledgeable

Would highly recommend.

Feel free to get in touch for any repairs, get your wagon or trailer ready for the season ahead 🐴

09/03/2024

Getting ready to go out for the day on one our hacks

I've got the new boy Motty with me today, showing him the amazing area we live in

Huge thanks to Hydrafix Horseboxes for servicing the ramp and floor yesterday. We're all good to go with Spring in the air.

Update and photos later of our hack

If you see us out and about, give us a wave. Watch out for 'The Golden Lady's on the road. Peep if you see us.

08/03/2024

A very warm welcome to our new page.

Follow King Erik and I as we embark upon our adventures exploring the horse friendly hacking areas around the North East of England and hopefully further afield.

Please tag us if you go exploring any routes with your horse. We love to share. Upload your routes for all to see.

We'll also be sharing some of our exciting projects we have been involved in and projects that are upcoming.

Thoroughbreds are pretty versatile as you'll see.

08/03/2024

28th May 2022 - A day to remember.

The day I was 'Best Man' at the Wedding.

08/03/2024

Well, I've finally gone and done it.

Created my own page.