Rowanoak Learning Centre and Livery

January 2010

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It's been a hard winter so far, I think possibly harder on humans than on horses, my observations are horses don't mind dry, cold weather or even snow.........in moderation!! What they really don't like is torrential rain and high winds. All of this year we have struggled to get them water as everything was frozen solid!!! At last at 4 O'Clock today the water trough on the bottom yard came back to life. Automatic drinkers and troughs possibly save 3hrs a day, it's surprising how much the little blighters can drink when you have to haul it around in 25 litre containers!!! No sooner you fill the drinker it's empty again!!! At least the days are getting slightly longer now so when the sun manages to poke it's nose through we have got more chance of things warmer up. I know we still have a long way to go yet as we are never sure when the winter is going to end and the spring going to start, if the last few years are anything to go by the only difference between the seasons is that in the summer it's warm and wet and in the winter it's cold and wet!!! I feel that 2010 is going to be a good year we have the Equine Market Watch Demo on the 26th and 27th June with lots going on we are working it on a slightly different format this year and everyone is welcome, it's going to be a fun weekend with horses being the main but you don't need to own one or ride you just need to like them to enjoy this weekend. I have also been invited to do a 4 day clinic in Germany in the spring this will be based on Natural Horsemanship but for those of you that know me that means working with the horse using the minimum amount of effort to achieve your goal, some people might call it lazy horsemanship but whatever it's working with and in harmony with your horse, with trust and respect on both sides. If you are interested in giving a talk, demonstration, having a stall or just want to attend the Demo or have any enquiries/queries please E-Mail nick@rowanoaklivery.co.uk

Saddlechariot

2009-10-16T08:34:00.000+01:00

This is the Mk10

We're building a dedicated webpage for saddlechariot sales and it should be ready soon.
We are also organising fun days with the chariots where you can bring your own horse or use one of ours and get to know how the chariot works before you buy one. These will be once a month throughout the year, for more information email: saddlechariotsales@rowanoaklivery.co.uk or phone Nick on 07870765018.

The video is of Kelly working Sweetpea in an older version chariot, she has only been worked in the chariot for about 2hrs, we have previously done about 6hrs of work long lining to get to this point, the mark 10 chariot is now available.

Working At Rowanoak

2009-10-15T14:08:00.000+01:00

KELLY and BAS

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KELLY and BAS

2009-08-30T21:57:00.002+01:00

ALL AT ROWANOAK

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCMzyp4QtJM

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KELLY

2009-07-31T21:39:00.003+01:00

KELLY and VALLEY

A Day With Adam Shereston - Horse Whisperer

2009-07-13T21:36:00.004+01:00

Adam concentrates on individual horse training and problem solving with owners.
You are bidding for a day of Adams time on either 22nd or 23rd August 2009.
This is only available to residents of England and Wales due to logistics and because Adam will be out of the country the week after. You can find more information about Adam click here...
At The Whole Horse Weekend held at Rowanoak, Adam kindly offered to run an auction at the end of his final demonstration but unfortunately ran out of time.
Adam will come to your place and work with your horse or horses. You can have either a 1:1 session, a group session with 4 people and 4 horses of 2 hours each or he will give a demonstration to a group of up to 20 people.
The winning bidder gets to choose from the above - so get bidding!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330343452297

Let Horses be Horses

2009-05-19T09:58:00.044+01:00

Let horses be horses
Embrace how they feed and behave within their natural environmentAllow the spirit of the horse to guide youAt Rowanoak we aim to provide horses with surroundings in which they feel truly contented. Only when a horse has peace of mind can we hope to build a positive relationship. Horses should be allowed to express themselves freely when introduced to something new. They also need the time and patience to develop at their own pace. We encourage people to build confidence and trust through fun, stimulating play in addition to more disciplined ridden work. Horses are able to move more freely without the constraint of a bit. We promote the use of bitless bridles as a safer, more comfortable alternative for horse and rider. Obedience and co-operation when ridden should be offered willingly if a genuine partnership exists.Too many people have lost touch with their passion for horses through the pressure and expectation of modern ridingWe can offer natural solutions for:FeedingRidingBehavioural ProblemsPhysical AilmentsPlease contact us for helpful advice/to arrange an appointment/to request ridden work/for details of our natural remediesnick@rowanoaklivery.co.uk

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WHOLE HORSE

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WHOLE HORSE

Next years big event to be held on the 27th and 28th June 2009 in aid of EMW and run in conjunction with us, we have already got a good line up of people demonstrating and talking on a whole range of different subjects:- Adam Shereston-Horse Trainer, Holly Davis-Animal Communicator and Therapist, Karen Fullbrook-The Integration of Complimentary Therapies into Standard Equine Management, Lucinda McAlpine-Leading Expert in Natural Horse Management and Dressage Rider, Anne-Marie Marek-Equine Shiatsu, Simon and his saddle chariot, Andrew Gardner-Equine Dentist, Jenni Nellist-Behaviourist, Fibre Gold Horse Feed as Nature Intended to name but a few. If you are interested in coming to do a talk or demo, promote and sell your product lots of stall space available please contact nick@rowanoaklivery.co.uk or Elaine EMW emw@equinemarketwatch.org.uk. This is going to be a great and long overdue 2 day event with lots of fun held here at Rowanoak, So come along and meet old friends, make new friends and hopefully learn something different, please support this worth while charity EMW. To keep up to date with this event watch this site and EMW
www.webz.org.uk/emwnew/

GRACIE

2008-09-28T05:59:00.003+01:00

This is Gracie enjoying a graze in the pond, she must think she is a water buffalo!!

Livery

2008-09-25T18:39:00.000+01:00

We have 3 Full liveries available, full livery starts at £80.00 per week we tailor this to you and your horses requirements. We take retirement livery starting at £45.00 per week. We also take horses for backing, schooling and behaviour problems. For further enquiries e-mail nick@rowanoaklivery.co.uk or Tel: 07870765018

Chris riding Frodo

2008-09-02T20:18:00.003+01:00

A Budding Cossack!!!

2008-07-28T20:08:00.004+01:00

Sally happened to mention while at The Royal Welsh Show how she would love to ride like a Cossack, this is her first attempt at riding standing on the horses' back, the horse she is riding is Flo one of my own horses, she is used to doing unusual things and seems to quite enjoy it, we will keep you updated on Sallys progress!!

Dylan playing football

2008-07-17T14:43:00.004+01:00

Dylan a 4yr. old 15.2 hand cob came to us on the 9th July, we purchased him for a client, he was backed at his previous yard and we are continuing to school him riding him bareback, familiarising him with different things including this football which was supplied by http://www.equinewhispers.co.uk/ he is also having very traditional training, he is a very quick learner, honest and genuine, he enjoys nothing more than a good play! In the video Sally is riding him but is loved by all on the yard.

If you have any enquiries regarding our training, schooling, horses for sale or any other services please do not hesitate to contact us, all horses and clients are treated as individuals and programmes designed accordingly nick@rowanoaklivery.co.uk

Our latest arrival

2008-07-15T22:44:00.002+01:00

This is our latest arrival---Frank, born on the morning of Sunday 13th July, he is about 10hrs old here, he was born in the field with the herd without any human intervention. Ash is his mum and Oliver is his dad, he is doing very well although not allowed to play with the others yet!

Mattie

2008-07-04T19:36:00.001+01:00

This is Mattie have a cool down in our pond, maybe he thought this was going to be the only really hot day!! Photo taken by Sarah

COMMENTS

2008-07-02T12:41:00.000+01:00

when i arrived with william at nicks livery yard i didn't know what to expect, after being on the yard for a while i got to know nick and the other girls up there,the livery yard is a friendly,lovely,peaceful environment yard to be on, i am glad to be there. my horse william had a few issues when he arrived at the yard, nick came to have a look at him and sorted out his issues, he is doing well but still got a long way to go yet. if you have a problem with your horse nick is on hand to help and guide you in the right direction. nick is very helpful and also very understanding in sorting out problems.William has started wearing a bitless bridle and doing ok with it so far. william has been a different horse since being at nicks livery yard he is a very chilled out horse and very relaxed. i enjoy going to the stables, it is a peaceful place to be, the scenery is to die for it is beautiful and a good place to chill out. and also i like to watch the horses playing its a pleasure to watch. i recommend this livery yard to anyone wanting to keep there horse there, great place to learn and experience new things. nick and pam are brilliant, if it wasn't for them i don't know were i be now. brilliant brilliant yard xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Mandy

I have always had trouble finding an understanding home for my highly strung gelding Flint. When the vet told me that he could not be ridden anymore due to a joint condition, I had no idea where to turn for a suitable retirement home. A friend told me about Rowan Oak and I was very interested by the amazing things that she told me, although it did sound to good to be true!I had to see for myself and when I went and visited the yard I was not disappointed. Nick was a caring man who offered a wealth of knowledge. He always thinks of the horses needs first and tackles every problem in a natural and ethical ethos. Flint has been with Nick for over three years and he has become a very placid character and his joint condition has made a vast improvement. The natural heard environment is ideal for any horse and the variety of meadow plants that they graze on offerers further nutritional depth to the diet. I would never move Flint away from Rowan Oak, he is the happiest that I have ever known him there and he is enjoying what I hope will be a long and healthy retirement.
Laura

Rowanoak livery yard and learning centre is a great place to meet other horse riders as well as riding in a beautiful area of the countryside. I’ve loved horses since I was little but didn’t have the opportunity to actually get one until now. I’ve been at Rowanoak now for about 2 years and I’ve enjoyed having Nick Sanders there to help. The great thing about Rowanoak is the stunning views all around you, the various wildlife, your even right near a bridle path. Nick is always available for help either through email or on the phone. This livery yard is within my budget and any problems Nick’s there to help. You need a sense of humour on the yard. I couldn’t of managed without the help that Nick has given me and I thank him very much for it.
Christine Prosser

"Rowanoak Livery Yard provides a tranquil, friendly, caring envirinment to build a strong partnership between horse and rider"
"The yard is run by a gifted horseman who is knowledgeable, helpful and genuinely interested"
"From bolting to barefoot, bareback and bitless--------BRILLIANT!!!"
Sal

I haven’t been at Rowanoak livery yard and learning centre for very long. I only really got interested in horses because of my sister, and I hope to be riding soon. Rowanoak is set in a beautiful area of countryside. There’s plenty of wildlife for you to see whether you’re a birdwatcher or not. Your right near a bridle path that leads onto the crug where you have a stunning view of the Brecon Beacons as well as other hills and mountains. Nick is available for any help or advice that you may need. Either phone him or email him and he’ll get back to you. Its nice and peaceful at Rowanoak, it’s a great place to think and get away from town life.
Sarah Goktas

This Week

2008-06-25T10:22:00.002+01:00

Not a lot has happened this week, I've put a new Electric Fence around the new winter yard and paddock so that is beginning to look posh!! Honey now lets Toby play with the yearlings, he's a typical boy, chasing them all about, with Honey intervening occasionally if he appears to be getting into too much trouble!!
Our old Zetor tractor has finally died, with the help of our son Dan, we have managed to find another one, an International, the only problem is getting the thing delivered its always tomorrow!! but hopefully it will turn up, its surprising how much you use them, you only realise when you haven't got it!! we desperately need to get on with the topping then the hay--its never ending!!
Three of the pups have been sold, leaving three boys, they have grown into real little characters, all with a good temperament just like their mum, if you are interested in having one e-mail nick on nick@rowanoaklivery.co.uk

Gosh I'm Hot!!

2008-06-25T09:12:00.002+01:00

"Lets have a lick of that lolly" This is a photo of Brian on a lovely,warm, sunny day taken by Christine

Welcome to Toby

2008-06-18T09:36:00.003+01:00

Meet Toby who was born on Friday 13th June, a son for Honey and Oliver and a brother to Mel, both are doing really well. His markings are very much like Mels but darker---at the moment!! his colour is very much like his dads.