Horses · People · Perspective
Life with horses, from the first feed to the last gate check. Read Ellie and Rob’s fictional yard diary, or find a practical guide for the jobs waiting in your own paddock.
Read the yard diaries ↓
The kettle’s on
Fictional stories about Ellie, Rob and their horse Bramble.
The jobs behind the horses
Forage, field jobs and the small routines that keep a yard running.
The questions to ask a supplier, what to look for on delivery and how to keep track of your stock.
A simple rota for shared paddocks and how a regular field walk helps you spot other jobs.
What to record, who to tell and why the check matters in both grazing and hay.
How to brief a contractor, check the ground and avoid treating harrowing as a substitute for picking up manure.
Start with a field map, a soil test and a conversation about what the grazing needs.
From the blog
Prepare for a livery-yard visit with practical questions about daily routines, access, communication and what is included in the service.
Read the article : Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Livery Yard