Emergency services
Police, fire and ambulance
For a loose horse on a road, a horse trapped or injured in a road accident, or anyone hurt.
Fire and rescue services have trained large-animal rescue teams. Give the exact location — the yard is EN9 2LU.
In an emergency, call 999. If a horse is loose on a road or someone is hurt, call 999 first. Tell them the location — the yard is Crooked Mile, Long Green Road, Nazeing EN9 2LU.
Emergencies
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Police non-emergency
Essex Police
To report something that has already happened, such as theft of tack or a suspicious vehicle.
Use 999 instead if a crime is happening now or anyone is in danger.
NHS 111
Urgent medical advice
Medical help for people when it’s urgent but not an emergency — for example after a fall.
Always call 999 for a suspected head, neck or back injury after a fall.
RSPCA cruelty line
England and Wales
To report a horse or any animal you think is being neglected or mistreated.
Open every day. Note where and when you saw the animal and, if safe, take a photo.
Equine vets
Horse vets close to Nazeing, including 24-hour emergency cover.
Galley Hill Equine Surgery
Waltham Abbey, Essex EN9 2AD
Specialist equine vets a few minutes from the yard. RCVS-accredited equine general practice with out-of-hours cover.
Surgery hours Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Ring the same number out of hours.
RVC Equine Practice & Referral Hospital
North Mymms, Hatfield AL9 7TA
The Royal Veterinary College’s equine practice and hospital, with 24-hour emergency cover every day of the year.
Home of a leading equine referral hospital with surgical theatres and intensive care for adult horses and foals.
Near the yard
Competition venues within reach of Nazeing for a day out or a first show.
Brook Farm Training Centre
Stapleford Abbotts, Romford, Essex RM4 1EJ
One of Essex’s leading competition venues, running affiliated and unaffiliated show jumping, dressage and combined training.
Large indoor arena with a viewing gallery. Times are posted on its website before each show.
Barleylands Equestrian Centre
Billericay, Essex
Essex venue hosting British Showjumping senior shows from 90cm up to 1.40m.
Check the British Showjumping calendar for its next fixture.
The College Equestrian Centre, Keysoe
Keysoe, Bedfordshire MK44 2JP
Busy multi-discipline venue for show jumping, eventing and dressage, with cross-country set in 200 acres.
A regular stop for winter and summer show jumping series.
The great showgrounds
The UK’s best-known venues and shows — for competing or simply watching the best in the world.
All England Jumping Course, Hickstead
Hassocks, West Sussex BN6 9NS
Britain’s most famous show jumping arena and home of the Hickstead Derby and the Royal International Horse Show.
Opened in 1960 by Douglas Bunn as Britain’s first purpose-built show jumping venue. Its Derby bank is legendary.
Bolesworth
Tattenhall, Chester, Cheshire
International show jumping in the parkland of Bolesworth Castle every summer.
One of the UK’s leading CSI shows, with young horse classes and family days alongside the international jumping.
Horse of the Year Show
NEC, Birmingham
The October finale of the British season, where riders qualify all year to compete.
Show jumping, showing and displays under one roof — a great day out for young riders.
British Showjumping National Championships
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire
Every August, British Showjumping crowns its national champions at Stoneleigh Park.
Classes for every level, from grassroots heights to the national championship itself.
Arena UK
Grantham, Lincolnshire
Family-run venue that regularly hosts national show jumping and dressage championships.
Known for its winter classic shows and summer festivals.
Addington Equestrian
Addington, Buckinghamshire
One of the largest equestrian centres in the UK, with two indoor arenas and several outdoor rings.
Hosts major show jumping and dressage fixtures through the year.
Aintree International Equestrian Centre
Aintree, Liverpool
Large indoor and outdoor venue next to the famous racecourse, hosting British Showjumping shows.
A popular stop for the winter show jumping circuit.
Badminton Horse Trials
Badminton, Gloucestershire
One of the world’s great five-star three-day events, held every May.
Cross-country day draws one of the biggest crowds of any British sporting event.
Burghley Horse Trials
Stamford, Lincolnshire
Five-star eventing in the grounds of Burghley House each September.
Alongside Badminton, one of the two great British three-day events.
Organisations
Governing bodies, registers and charities every rider and owner should know.
British Showjumping
Governing body for show jumping
Membership, horse registration, show calendars and results for affiliated show jumping in Great Britain.
Its online calendar lists every affiliated show near you.
British Horse Society
Welfare, safety and riding
The UK’s largest equestrian charity, covering welfare, riders’ rights of way, safety and British Riding Clubs.
Member insurance includes public liability cover.
British Equestrian
National federation
The national federation for horse sport, including coaching qualifications such as the UKCC.
Nikki is a UKCC Level 3 accredited coach.
British Dressage
Governing body for dressage
Competitions, tests and membership for dressage riders of every level.
Useful for flatwork goals alongside show jumping.
British Eventing
Governing body for eventing
Fixtures and membership for eventing — dressage, show jumping and cross-country.
Includes the big three-day events such as Badminton and Burghley.
The Pony Club
For young riders
Rallies, camps, tests and competitions for young riders across the UK.
A great next step for under-15s after a stable management week.
Farriers Registration Council
Find a registered farrier
Only registered farriers may legally shoe horses in Great Britain — check the official register before booking.
Ask the yard for the farrier we use.
Find a vet (RCVS)
Official register of vet practices
Search every registered vet practice by postcode and filter for practices that treat horses.
Choose “Horses” under animals treated.
World Horse Welfare
Horse welfare charity
International charity rescuing and rehoming horses, with advice for owners.
Its website has guidance on body condition, rugging and seasonal care.
Society of Master Saddlers
Find a qualified saddle fitter
Find a qualified saddler or saddle fitter near you.
A good saddle fit matters as much for the horse as the rider.
Magazines
The best reads for riders, owners and young horse lovers.
Horse & Hound
Weekly
The UK’s leading weekly equestrian magazine, founded in 1884 — news, results and horse care.
Its website includes a large vet library.
Horse&Rider
Monthly
The UK’s best-selling equestrian monthly, with riding, training and horse care advice.
Strong on rider confidence and training.
Your Horse
Monthly
Practical advice from top riders and trainers to help you improve your riding.
Good for everyday owners and happy hackers.
PONY Magazine
Monthly, for young riders
The UK’s number one magazine for pony-mad young riders, published since 1949.
Riding tips, pony care, posters and quizzes.
Essex Equestrian Magazine
Local news
Show reports and news from equestrian venues around Essex.
Handy for finding local shows and results.
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Before you ring the vet
- Your name, the horse’s name and where the horse is — the yard is EN9 2LU.
- What you’ve seen and when it started.
- Temperature, pulse and breathing if you can take them safely.
- Whether the horse is eating, drinking and passing droppings.
Details were checked in November 2026 but can change, so please confirm before travelling. Listings are for convenience and aren’t endorsements. Spotted something out of date? Let us know.