A unique way to hit the hay
Lancashire Life|March 2020
A Cartmel family have created a new style of accommodation that is proving popular with lovers of beautiful black Friesian horses
Sandy Kitching
A unique way to hit the hay

For equestrian lovers it’s the ultimate sleepover - a unique chance to spend quality time with a beautiful horse in its stable. They can spend the night sleeping beside a black beauty surrounded by glorious Lakeland scenery, or they can groom their stablemate to their heart’s content.

The Stable Stays scheme is run by sisters Tracey and Tamara Alexander, and their mother Sylvia. Tracey looks after the equestrian business caring for more than 15 magnificent Friesian horses, while Tamara and Sylvia run the popular Greenback Farm B&B.

Tracey says this is a wonderful way for guests to get really close to a Friesian horse without having to do any riding.

‘Each year we have a growing number of visitors coming from all over the world to ride our black beauties and take in the Lake District views along the way,’ says Tracey. ‘People can also learn to drive a carriage or have a farm tour meeting some of the horses, all of whom are exceptionally gentle, friendly and inquisitive.’

Tracey has noticed a significant increase in the number of people suffering from illness, or with a disability that prevents them from riding, booking bespoke experiences where they can greatly benefit from spending time with horses.

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