Welcomes To
Downclose Stables
Located within a serene area of South Somerset we are exceptionally proud of our proven record to provide premium facilities and uncompromising security, resulting in happy clients having peace of mind 24/7.
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Facilities & Services
Livery & Loan Schemes
We understand no persons or animals needs are the same and are therefore more than happy to liaise and tailor a bespoke package.
We provide Full and Part Livery. Assisted and DIY Livery. Please click below for full listings and pricing.
Also available are various levels of Loan Schemes with our own wonderful ponies and horses.
Riding Lessons with Guest Instrutors
We are proud to be able to cater for all abilities and levels of experience.
Should you wish to arrange a lesson with Ellen Wickenden please contact Downclose Stables direct to discuss your desires.
Please follow our active Facebook Page for events and Guest Instructors Sessions.
Pony Club
Being a Pony Club linked centre means we often welcome both members and non-members from far and wide.
With indoor and outdoor riding arenas, and a fantastic modern classroom with kitchen, Downclose Stables are proud to be the chosen location to host various Pony Club events.
For further information on our association with the Pony Club please select below.
The History of Downclose
Downclose Stables was originally known as Downclose Stud.
The house and first stable block were constructed by Mr Andrew Henry Warren in 1972 when he made the decision to relocate his ever growing passion for race horse breeding.
Formerly known as the Windwhistle Stud the horses were moved from the Trusts home at Coombe Farm to Downclose Lane in North Perrott, and Downclose Stud was formed.
Downclose Stud was hugely successful under the management of Michael & Anna Falkiner; both of whom still live in the village of North Perrott to this day. After Mr Warren’s death (during 1982) Miss Sheila Nancy Ralphs took actions and formed the A H Warren Trust Group, carrying out the wishes of Mr Warren’s legacy as per his will.
Nancy, as she was known to all that knew her, shared Mr Warren’s passion for breeding horses and during 2002 Downclose Stud was the leading TBA breeders on the flat.
The Stud continued for many years under Nancy’s and Michael’s management, until Michael’s retirement.
After Nancy’s death during 2017, the Directors of the A H Warren Trust were keen to keep the historic equine link going at Downclose with desires to reinvigorate the site to best honour the memory of Mr AH Warren and also the Trust’s founder, Nancy.
So we warmly welcome you to the Downclose Stables website with the hope you enjoy browsing and find what you are looking for.
Matthew Tufton & Guy Coleman
Joint Managing Directors