Kirkton Equestrian Centre

Kirkton Equestrian Centre is a livery and arena hire facility located in Eaglesham, on the southern edge of Glasgow in East Renfrewshire. The centre is managed by international show jumper Douglas Duffin, whose involvement shapes a riding school and training environment focused on show jumping and competition preparation. Capacity stands at up to 52 horses, making it one of the larger equestrian operations in the Glasgow area.

Riders visiting Kirkton can take lessons with experienced instructors, and the centre also offers training programmes aimed at those working towards competitive goals. Disciplines taught centre on show jumping, with coaching available for riders at various stages of development. Hacking is offered on off-road routes, giving horses and riders the chance to experience varied terrain away from the arenas.

The facilities reflect the centre's focus on serious training and competition. There is a 50m by 30m floodlit outdoor arena and a 60m by 40m indoor arena with a gel track surface and international show jumps. Additional amenities include an eight-horse covered horse walker, ventilated stables, turnout paddocks with post and rail fencing, wash bays with hot and cold water, a solarium, and shower and changing facilities for visitors. A visitors lounge with catering and wi-fi provides a comfortable base for those spending the day at the centre.

Livery is a major part of the operation, with five packages available: full livery, deluxe livery, coaching livery, competition livery, and sales livery. Each package is designed around different owner needs, from ongoing full-time care to coaching-focused stays and competition preparation. Additional services include arena hire, clipping, lunging, and competition and training livery. Kirkton Equestrian Centre is located at postcode G76 0QB in Eaglesham, just outside Glasgow, and enquiries can be made by contacting the centre directly.