Meet the Lodge Farm Team
At Lodge Farm, we pride ourselves on having a highly experienced team of instructors and management dedicated to meeting all your equestrian needs. We offer tuition for everyone, from complete beginners to advanced competition riders.
Our staff are fully qualified in their respective fields, holding certifications from organisations such as the British Horse Society, City & Guilds, and NVQ. All team members are DBS-checked and have completed both safeguarding and first aid training.
We also maintain a programme of ongoing in-house training to ensure we remain fully compliant with the standards set by our governing bodies.
Lodge Farm Team
Debbie Machin
Centre Manager
Portland Hughes
Shop Manager
Emily Bosley
Yard Manager
Natalie Price
Events Manager
Christina Carr
Cafe & Accounts Manager
Millie Wheeler
Marketing Manager & Teaching Staff
Lesley Thorn
Cafe Supervisor
Shannon Roberts
Yard Staff
Freya Hughes
Yard & Teaching Staff
The Horses
We offer a wide selection of horses and ponies, ranging from 11hh to 16.3hh, allowing us to match each rider with a mount suited to their individual needs. Our instructors are patient, supportive, and passionate about helping riders grow in confidence—whether you’re a nervous beginner or a seasoned rider looking to be challenged. Their experience and enthusiasm ensure a rewarding experience for all levels.
April
Buttons
Coco
Guinness
Bertie
Katie
Flo
George
Holly
Indie Piggles
Little Coco
Lucy
Ben
Milo
Mai
Tabatha
Ollie
Poppy
Scorpion
Ivy
