Ivesley Equestrian is a BHS Highly Commended livery yard and equestrian centre located in County Durham, in the North East of England. The centre runs a comprehensive programme of livery, training and competition services, making it a busy hub for both local horse owners and visiting riders throughout the year.
The livery packages on offer cover DIY, assisted DIY and full livery, with grass livery also available. Stabling is provided in an American barn with 14 internal stables, supplemented by six outdoor stables. Hacking is available directly from the yard, and there is a programme of clinics, competitions and cross country schooling days for those wanting to develop their horses. Disciplines catered for include dressage, show jumping, eventing, hunter trials and cross country.
Facilities are centred on a 42m x 20m indoor arena and a 62m x 28m waxed sand and fibre outdoor arena, both floodlit along with a dedicated lunge pen. BSJA show jumps are available for hire, and the on-site cross country course includes a range of fixed fences for schooling and competition. Other practical features include floodlit arenas, CCTV and alarm systems, parking for lorries and trailers, and on-site haylage for sale or inclusion in livery packages.
A Pony Club branch is affiliated with the centre, providing regular activities for younger riders. On-site B&B accommodation is available for those travelling to competitions, clinics or one day events. The yard holds BHS Highly Commended status under the British Horse Society approval scheme. Enquiries about livery, facility hire and upcoming competitions can be directed to the centre through its usual contact channels. Visitors should note that the yard also functions as an active competition venue, with hunter trials and one day events held throughout the season.