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Drayhorse Shires 🐴 Drayhorse Shires – where majestic Shire horses meet unforgettable experiences!

From weddings, formals, funerals and photoshoots to scenic carriage rides and special events, we create memories that last a lifetime ✨

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🎄✨ CHRISTMAS MAGIC IS COMING TO DRAYHORSE SHIRES! ✨🐴We have been busy behind the scenes planning something VERY special,...
13/11/2026

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS MAGIC IS COMING TO DRAYHORSE SHIRES! ✨🐴

We have been busy behind the scenes planning something VERY special, and we are so excited to finally share it!

For two days only, we are opening the farm gates for our very own Drayhorse Shires Christmas Photography Experiences, featuring our magnificent Shire horses, beautiful festive styling and a very special SURPRISE CHRISTMAS BACKDROP! 🎅🎄

We have teamed up with the talented Michael Smith from Braid Up Photography to capture some beautiful Christmas memories for you and your family.

Whether you are looking for family portraits, special photographs of the children, couples’ photos or something a little more magical, we have got something for everyone!

🎁 CHOOSE YOUR CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE

📸 THE CHRISTMAS MINI – $195
• 15 minute photography session
• 5 professionally edited digital images
• Christmas photographs with our beautiful Shire horses

🎄 CHRISTMAS MAGIC – $275
• 20 minute photography session
• 10 professionally edited digital images
• Family, individual and children’s photographs
• Beautiful Christmas photographs with our Shires

🐴 THE ULTIMATE CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE – $395
• 35 minute photography session
• 15 professionally edited digital images
• Family and individual portraits
• Special Christmas carriage photographs
• Photographs with our magnificent Shire horses

👑 THE VIP CHRISTMAS CARRIAGE EXPERIENCE – $700
ONLY THREE AVAILABLE ACROSS THE ENTIRE WEEKEND!

For those wanting something truly extraordinary!

• Private 40 minute photography session
• A special horse-drawn carriage ride
• 15 professionally edited digital images
• Beautiful family and individual portraits
• Special Christmas carriage photographs
• Exclusive Christmas photographs with our magnificent Shire horses
• Access to our surprise Christmas backdrop

📅 WHEN?
Saturday 5 December & Sunday 6 December 2026

📍 WHERE?
Drayhorse Shires – Ebenezer, Queensland.

❤️ BOOKING INFORMATION
• Strictly limited sessions across both days.
• All sessions are by appointment.
• $50 booking deposit required to secure your session.
• Professional photography by Michael Smith from Braid Up Photography.
• Images supplied via an online gallery.

✨ And that Christmas backdrop? We are keeping that one under wraps for now! 😉

This is your chance to capture something a little different this Christmas. Magnificent Shire horses, a beautiful festive setting and memories you’ll treasure for years to come.

ONLY THREE VIP CARRIAGE EXPERIENCES AVAILABLE!

Bookings are now open! Send us a private message to secure your preferred date and package.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Drayhorse Shires for a little Christmas magic! ❤️

Casey, Michael & the Drayhorse Shires team
📸 Braid Up Photography

💜 REMEMBRANCE DAY – LEST WE FORGET ❤️At Drayhorse Shires, Remembrance Day holds a special significance.Throughout the wa...
10/11/2026

💜 REMEMBRANCE DAY – LEST WE FORGET ❤️

At Drayhorse Shires, Remembrance Day holds a special significance.

Throughout the wars, Shire horses played an important role, hauling heavy artillery, transporting am******on and supplies, and helping move essential equipment across challenging terrain. These magnificent horses worked alongside soldiers, often in the harshest of conditions, and many paid the ultimate price.

Today, we remember the brave men and women who served, as well as the countless horses and animals whose loyalty and sacrifice must never be forgotten.

As passionate custodians of this incredible endangered breed, we are dedicated to preserving the Shire horse for future generations, honouring its remarkable history and ensuring its legacy lives on.

Their strength, loyalty and courage will never be forgotten.

❤️💜 Lest We Forget.

09/11/2026

A special farewell today at Hemmant Cemetery for a beautiful family.

Thank you to Bare Funerals for allowing Drayhorse Shires to be part of such a meaningful day and to help create a special moment for a family saying their final goodbye.

It is always an honour to be entrusted with these moments 💜

What an absolutely EPIC evening at the Jacaranda Festival! 💜A huge thank you to Grafton & District Funerals for inviting...
07/11/2026

What an absolutely EPIC evening at the Jacaranda Festival! 💜

A huge thank you to Grafton & District Funerals for inviting us to be part of such an incredible event, and especially to Aaron, who has been absolutely amazing to deal with from start to finish.

Amongst thousands of people, we could not be prouder of how the boys (and girls 😂) performed. What a spectacle! It is certainly a sight we will never forget and a moment we feel incredibly privileged to have been part of.

It was also wonderful to reconnect with some familiar faces from the funeral industry. There is something special about bringing together people who share a passion for what they do.

And finally, a huge congratulations to Brooke on receiving the Jacaranda Princess Award. Such a wonderful achievement!

Thank you, Grafton. What a night, what an atmosphere and what an experience for Drayhorse Shires! 💜🐴

04/11/2026

A little bit of magic at The Bower Estate yesterday! ✨🐴

What an incredible setting for a wedding. The grounds, the atmosphere and the beautiful surroundings made for such a spectacular day.

We absolutely loved bringing our Shires and carriage along to be part of the celebrations.

There aren’t many photos to share from today, as it was an unplugged wedding with no photography permitted during the celebrations, but we couldn’t resist sharing a little glimpse of our day at this stunning venue.

Thank you for having Drayhorse Shires be part of such a special occasion. 🤍

Meet Emily – From Reins to Repairs and Everything Between 🖤🐴Hi, I’m Emily. I’m 40 (fabulously) and live with my 7 year o...
01/11/2026

Meet Emily – From Reins to Repairs and Everything Between 🖤🐴

Hi, I’m Emily. I’m 40 (fabulously) and live with my 7 year old son in the Somerset Region on small acreage with our beautiful horses and dogs.

I’m lucky enough to come from generations of horse people with my Grandfather - who was a fantastic horseman and reinsman - and Mother - one of the best horsewomen I’ve ever known - being the most influential in my love of horses.

I have been riding and driving horses from a very early age. My first ‘proper’ pony was a beautiful Shetland named Basil. He took me very successfully through the show circuit and to my very first Ekka. He was also a super competitive harness racing pony. On his posh days he was known as Shady Glen Ambassador and on his race days, he was known as Hungry Hippo - a name so very fitting for the fat little pony he was. I was just 7 when he joined our family and although I moved on to bigger horses, he was part of my life until I was 18. He taught me so much and definitely sparked the competitive streak in me.

My mum was a very capable and competitive Dressage rider, so naturally I followed in her footsteps and found a passion within the white arena. I stepped away from driving to pursue riding but still dabbled in harness from time to time - right up until a few years ago in fact.

I’ve had a wonderful life as a horsewoman. I’m extremely competitive and I take pride in getting the best results - I’ve never lied about ‘being in it to win it’ from the show ring to the dressage arena to the race track and everything in between. But I also have another side to me…

I am very creative. I absolutely love designing and making things, particularly when I can bring an idea to life for someone else. I have just started dipping my toes in the custom sewing world with opportunities to create from many different fabrics like canvas and velvet…. And anything else you can think of. I also love to bake! I make garlands, browbands and sometimes play around with clothing. I also do a bit of judging both in the show ring and dressage arena. I’m a bit of an ‘all rounder’ should I ever need to be advertised as a horse.

Drayhorse Shires has been a wonderful addition into my life. The opportunity to be a part of this amazing business is an absolute privilege. Being able to bring ideas and designs to life for such wonderful people is an absolute thrill for me. I love the time I get to spend with the beautiful Shires - I certainly have a soft spot for a couple - and the people involved… well, I’m just not sure I could do life without them.

When you think of Drayhorse Shires think - and know - that it is a wonderful family of people who genuinely care about their clients, their horses and delivering a 5 star experience for every single person.

The future is bright and I’m so grateful to be part of it!

31/10/2026

🏁 WHAT A DAY AT THE SH*TBOX RALLY! 🏁

Today we had the absolute pleasure of being part of the Sh*tbox Rally, hosting some very special guests for an amazing couple, Carmen and Darrin, who put together an absolutely stellar fundraiser in support of cancer research! ❤️

What a fantastic day filled with fun, laughter, smiles and plenty of memorable moments! It was so wonderful to see everyone enjoying themselves and being part of something that brings people together for such an important cause.

Carmen and Darrin, you did an incredible job organising the day. The effort, passion and thought that went into bringing everything together certainly showed, and we feel very privileged that you chose Drayhorse Shires to be a part of it.

Thank you for having us along for the ride! We loved every minute and hope we helped create a few extra smiles and special memories along the way. 🐴🖤💛

Great people, a great cause and a whole lot of fun, that’s what it’s all about!

Meet Big Madds – The Woman Behind the Mower and the Master Plan 🖤I’m Madds, also known around the farm as Big Madds, bec...
30/10/2026

Meet Big Madds – The Woman Behind the Mower and the Master Plan 🖤

I’m Madds, also known around the farm as Big Madds, because apparently having two Maddison’s around is just too confusing for everyone!

I’m one of the residents here at Drayhorse Shires and one of the faces working behind the scenes!

By day, I’m a high school teacher, but outside of the classroom, I help with everything from coordinating and planning events to marketing, a bit of social media promotion and bringing new ideas to life. Some might say I’m an occasional nerd, others might say I’m just organised. Either way, I do love a good spreadsheet, a to-do list and having a plan!

Whilst I might not come from a horse background, living around here you certainly pick up a thing or two! I’m always happy to lend a hand, whether that’s helping with feeding up, cleaning paddocks or helping out wherever I’m needed.

When I’m not behind the computer you’ll often find me behind the mower keeping the property looking its best, sometimes with my partner in crime, Little Madds, following me around! Between the two of us, there’s usually plenty of laughs and a little bit of mischief along the way! 😂

I also love being in the kitchen, making sure our hardworking team comes home from a big day out on jobs to a good home cooked meal.

While I might not be the one holding the reins, I certainly love doing my bit to keep things running smoothly!

Drayhorse Shires is more than just a business to me. It’s home, and I love being part of the team and everything we’re creating.

If you see me around, be sure to say hello! ❤️🐴

30/10/2026

A little glimpse of today’s beautiful wedding at the stunning Cowbell Creek, Austinville! 🤍🐴

What a spectacular afternoon celebrating love, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the magic of our beautiful Shire horses. ✨

Another special day for the Drayhorse Shires Team 🖤

✨ Meet Genevieve – Our All-Round Superstar! 💛�Hi everyone I’m Genevieve, my connection with horses began almost as soon ...
27/10/2026

✨ Meet Genevieve – Our All-Round Superstar! 💛�

Hi everyone I’m Genevieve, my connection with horses began almost as soon as I could walk. As a young child, my grandmother had the belief that a lady should be able to ride and encouraged me to start, so I threw myself into every Pony Club discipline available and thanks to my amazing parents. Over time, that enthusiasm grew into a deep and lasting love for dressage and hacking. I was so desperate for a horse of my own when I was very little that I even caught a wild horse from the forestry and led it home, much to my parents’ complete shock! Realising there was no stopping my passion, my parents finally bought me my own horses to take to Pony Club and start competing.

Looking back with hindsight, my early "baptism of fire" riding beautiful yet spirited ex-racehorses gave me a deep understanding of equine temperament and laid a rock solid foundation for my future in the saddle across hacking, dressage, and jumping.

After graduating with degrees in Law and Business having ridden throughout my schooling, I was fortunate enough to spend time in Europe working alongside Olympic level horses and gold medal winning world class riders which further developed my love of Andalusian and Warmblood horses. This took me to various Grand prix level events and was a dream to behold!

Upon returning, I focused on my career in legal practice which sadly did not allow me to continue my passion for some time.

Now, having retired from official law practice, I am thrilled to return to my lifelong love of horses alongside Casey, Michael and their magnificent team at Drayhorse Shires. To complement the amazing experiences Drayhorse Shires provides, I am currently building a wedding and events venue on our property nestled in the rolling hills of Tallegalla, with the intention of forming a long-term partnership with Drayhorse Shires to create truly unforgettable experiences.

In the meantime, I am delighted to fully support and encourage Casey and Michael in all their wonderful endeavors at Drayhorse Shires, while learning the new discipline of carriage horses. It is such a privilege and pleasure to be back spending time with these amazing animals and the Drayhorse Shires team I treasure so much!

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15 Armstrong Lane
Maroon, QLD
4340

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+61476199826

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