Buddy is a super jolly go-getter of a cob with a can do attitude. Too bouncy for real novices but so fun much for moor canters and arena lessons. Buddy is one of our favourites loaned to Cheston by a busy mum – but we hope he can stay forever!

Sol has been with the Osborne’s since the tender age of 6 months. He grew up in North Yorkshire alongside Sophie’s dear old horse, Bamba, with Sophie for 22 years, so Sol is a real link with the past! Sol competed to affiliated dressage to Advanced Medium and shows in Riding Horse classes. He is a super hack and ideal for BHS stage 2-4 riders in the arena. He is a much loved goofy character who enjoys a cuddle particularly when having a lie down, which is often!

Syd came to us in 2008 in order to teach Sophie’s husband, Andrew to ride. Syd sadly is no galloping in the paddock in the sky, but we liked his sort so much that Elvis, Buddy, Connor and others all joined the team being similar big hunter types.  These horses are part of our fabulous Dartmoor gallop team and ideal for confident riders to gallop out on. Our big team comes and goes so who knows who you might meet!

Bruce (17hh, 2014)  is one of our first home-bred horses. Sired by local event stallion Langhaller Starring Role. Bruce  is available to our more experienced riders for flat schooling or Moor hacking. He is always upskilling with outings to shows, dressage, hedge jumping in Taunton and may soon be available for sale to an experienced home.

Elvis is a perfect gentleman to hack on the moor or ride in arenas for beginner to novice and upwards. He is one of our super beach team of bigger horses.

Scooby joined us (on long term loan) in August 2010 whilst his owner is at University. We adore his handsome Welsh looks. Scooby is a popular in the school for beginner to novices but likes to jump for those more competent. He is a steady safe hack out on lanes and moor and takes the youngest for their first canter. A real good all rounder specialising in taking younger Pony Club riders but with the size and strength to carry taller and heavier riders too.

An exceptionally cute cob-like character but so light on his feet! Affectionately known as Frodo the dodo and other comical names to reflect his charming persona! Frodo joined us as an untouched 3yo in 2008, trained by Sophie, he has a special place in our hearts! We know Frodo was bred on Bodmin moor and started life as a feral foal on the moor above Minions. Frodo is a part-bred Suffolk Punch (a now rare draft breed). A super versatile lunge horse for beginners, he loves the Moor, jumping a small fence and can take our heavier novices and more able riders too!  He is the stuff of legend!

Currently on retirement break, a new similar horse is already being trained up to step in. Connor was a great member of the team. We found him at Exeter Auction and wondered what such a cracking stamp of horse was doing in an auction! We got him home and discovered he had a few confidence issues with being handled and bridled but with regular riding and correct handling he has overcome all these to become a great addition. Connor schools well and for advanced riders as a jumper (he used to affiliate). He is also a super hack being calm and mannered in the open.