Horses and Ponies are very demanding animals and need a lot of care and attention to ensure they are being well looked after.

Helpers are always welcome whatever their age or riding ability as long as they have completed the Hayfield Stable Safety course. This course makes sure that each helper knows how to keep themselves safe while being around horses.

Helpers are expected to listen to staff members and students at all times and assist them where necessary. This is essential as some horses can be less predictable and nobody knows them better than the staff.

The only yard where helpers are asked not to assist is Top Stables. This is a livery yard and the horses here are not riding school horses. This means that they may be more lively or unpredictable and helpers should only assist there if they have been asked to by a member of staff.

Helpers are always very much appreciated and it is an excellent way to learn more about horses and become more confident when handling them.