Pony Days – Happy Days!

1 September 2026

Pony days are happy days each with their own vibe & energy, but all full of fun, friendship and learning. Extended hacks around the farm tracks, learning how to care for your pony & sharing lunch in Des & Rosemary’s lovely garden, were just some of the activities enjoyed by riders, carers, families & helpers. A total of […]

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Congratulations Daphne and Jolene

18 August 2026

Many congratulations to Daphne and Jolene, flying the flag for Stratford RDA & competing amongst the best at the British Dressage Para Summer Championships held at Hartpury College. Great result again. Well done ‘Team Powell’!

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JLR Volunteers amazing!

18 August 2026

What a fantastic team effort from Jaguar Landrover volunteers! They came for a second year, all tooled up and deep cleaned our ponies stables, painted doors, ceilings, walls and weeded our outside arena. Thank you so much David from ‘Team Quality’ for organising and Caterina, Iain, Marius, Tiago, Paul, Gary, Marcela, Julian, Razvan and Mohit. […]

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Daphne has success at the RDA National Champs

24 July 2026

Congratulations to our ‘Own horse participant’, Daphne, who rode so well at her first ever RDA National Championships on her pony Jolene. She came 4th in her Dressage class and 2nd in the Showjumping Level 2 and also qualified for the British Dressage Para Championships being held in August. Well done ‘Team Powell’ and thank […]

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8 July 2026

Introducing our new ponies Sonny, the piebald cob & Prince, who recently joined our equine team. They’ve been quietly settling into their new routine & have become besties!  Today both ponies passed their RDA assessment with flying colours.  They’ll now be gradually introduced into our sessions. Sonny is 17yrs old.  He has a lovely quiet […]

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Special Achievements

19 June 2026

Whether it’s learning new skills, or connecting with others through a passion for horses, we’re proud to share recent activities at Stratford RDA. It’s always special to recognise our participants’ achievements, as they learn new riding skills & develop partnerships with their ponies.  Our recent volunteer tea party was an opportunity to get-together, chat … and of […]

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Thank you Stratford Rotary

27 April 2026

It was a pleasure to welcome to the yard, Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Stratford upon Avon, President Steve Turner, David Taylor and Terry Abrey, so that they could see us ‘in action’ on such a glorious day and meet with our riders and volunteers. A big ‘THANK YOU’ for the donation of £500 […]

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Thank you Stour Valley Lions

26 April 2026

Attending the recent Stour Valley Lions presentation evening was a truly uplifting experience. We were among several local community groups to receive a generous grant, which will go towards buying safety equipment & tack for our riders. Thank you Stour Valley Lions, your ongoing support is very much appreciated. 

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Spring has sprung!

24 March 2026

As Spring arrives we have enjoyed getting out in the sunshine to ride in the outdoor arena & around the fields. At this time of year there’s  also lots to do behind the scenes. Particular thanks to our tractor driver, David, who’s been busy maintaining the paddocks.   

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Great progress Olivia!

17 February 2026

Recognising our riders’ incremental successes, are important stepping stones towards building confidence.  Congratulations Olivia, we’re proud of your progress since returning to ride with us. 

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