Babington Dressage

Babington Dressage 5* Livery yard with superb facilities. Offering full, training, rehab & competition livery. Babington Dressage is a small family owned and run yard.

We aim to provide a supportive and friendly environment to enable both horse and rider to develop their goals.

Tom and Jane Martin live on site and are both keen horse riders. Their son George, in partnership with his wife Karla and yard manager Sue look after the day to day running of the yard.

George has competed up to Prix St Georges level on horses that he has produced himself.​

Horses a

re taken in for full, training and holiday livery.

Training is available on site for all levels, from preliminary to advanced with Tania Dressage.

- FACILITIES -

- 24 x 64 Outdoor horse arena with premier wax surface

- 20 x 40 Indoor arena with premier wax surface and mirrors

- Monarch horse stables and windows

- 3 Solariums in grooming/tacking up bays

- Hot and cold water wash bays for all horses

- 16m Round pen for lunging

- 5 Horse Claydon Horsewalker

- Well fenced and maintained turnout paddocks

- Parking for trailers and lorries by arrangement

28/05/2026

🐴 Polework Clinic on Sunday 14th June🐴

Join us for a fun and educational polework clinic by Fancy footwork poles and grids at Babington Dressage, Williamscot on Sunday 14th June!

What to Expect:
• 2-3 riders per session
• 45 minutes per slot
• £40 per rider (including arena hire charge)
• Tailored exercises to suit all levels – perfect for improving suppleness, rhythm, and rider accuracy.

Weather permitting, we’ll enjoy the spacious 20x60 outdoor arena. If not, we’ll move into the lovely 20x40 indoor arena.

Spaces are limited and non refundable - message us to book your spot today!

📌 Please make sure to read the terms & conditions and cancellation policy on the Fancy Footwork Equestrian website before booking with us.

25/05/2026

Weekend Freelance Groom Wanted

We are looking for reliable freelance cover for Saturdays and Sundays at our friendly yard. This would be on a regular basis, although we are flexible with it not being every weekend.

Applicants must:
• Be reliable and confident working independently
• Have experience handling competition horses
• Be able to take sole charge of the yard

Duties include:
• General yard duties
• Mucking out, turnout, poo picking, feeding, tidying, etc.
• No ridden work required

Lovely yard and facilities based in North Oxfordshire (near Banbury)

18/05/2026

Freelance Help Wanted

We are looking for regular freelance help on a Saturday 7:30-4:30.

TACKLEY HORSE SHOW- 26 APRIL – DRESSAGE ON GRASSGeorge will be judging at Tackley Horse Show and it’s set to be a really...
16/04/2026

TACKLEY HORSE SHOW- 26 APRIL – DRESSAGE ON GRASS

George will be judging at Tackley Horse Show and it’s set to be a really friendly, no-stress day.

The ground is looking fantastic and entries are still open online, so do come along and join us.

It’s a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Ideal for young horses, first timers, or anyone wanting a bigger show feel without the pressure.

The dressage arena is set away in a quiet spot.

There will also be plenty going on – BBQ, homemade cakes, and even a dog show. Bring the family and make a day of it.

Traditional village horse, pony and dog show, in rural Oxfordshire offering unaffiliated showing and show jumping classes, working and ridden hunters, as well as CHAPS qualifiers.

RARE LIVERY SPACE AVAILABLE We have a rare space coming available for full, competition or training livery at the end of...
13/10/2025

RARE LIVERY SPACE AVAILABLE

We have a rare space coming available for full, competition or training livery at the end of October.
5-star care, turnout all year round with excellent facilities and a kind, supportive and welcoming atmosphere.

Please DM us or call Karla on 07810881670 for more information.

FACILITIES
- 24 x 64 Outdoor horse arena with premier wax surface
- 20 x 40 Indoor arena with premier wax surface and mirrors​
- Year-round individual turnout
- Monarch stables with windows
- 3 Solariums in grooming/tacking up bays
- Hot and cold water wash bays
- 16m round pen
- 5 horse Claydon horse walker​​
- Parking for trailers and lorries by arrangement

🌟Seeking International Dressage Partnership: Owner & Asian Games Horse Wanted! Karla is an international dressage rider ...
16/07/2025

🌟Seeking International Dressage Partnership: Owner & Asian Games Horse Wanted!

Karla is an international dressage rider for Jordan 🇯🇴 with her sights set on the Asian Games in Japan next year.

She is looking to form a strategic partnership with an owner who has a talented horse, or is looking to invest in one, to embark on this journey with her.

Ideally, she is seeking:
* A horse currently at Small Tour level (or close to), ready to begin our campaign for the Asian Games.
* Alternatively, a talented younger horse with potential for long-term development towards international competition.

What we can offer the horse:
* A 5-star home at our beautiful, professional yard, Babington Dressage, just outside Banbury, Oxfordshire.
* Kind, sympathetic, and consistent riding focused on correct, empathetic training.
* Access to top-tier veterinary, farrier, and physio support.
* Free livery and training for the right equine partner.

What we can offer you, the owner:
* The exciting opportunity to be a part of an international journey and represent Jordan on the world stage.
* The satisfaction of seeing your horse develop to its full potential under professional, dedicated care.
* Regular updates and open communication on your horse’s progress, training, and competition schedule.
* The thrill of ownership at top international shows, sharing in successes and being part of a passionate, driven team.
* Potential for promotional opportunities and visibility in the Middle East.

Our focus is always on producing confident, correct, and happy horses, ensuring their well-being and longevity in the sport.

We have fantastic facilities at Babington Dressage – please take a look to get a feel for who we are.

📍 Based near Banbury, Oxfordshire.
📩 If you’re an owner looking for a rider to compete your horse internationally, or considering purchasing a future star, we would love to chat and discuss how we can achieve our goals together. Please message us or Karla Deir Martin directly for more information!

أبحث عن شراكة دولية في رياضة الترويض:
مطلوب مالك وحصان مشارك في الألعاب الآسيوية!

أنا فارسه دولي في رياضة الترويض في الأردن 🇯🇴، وأتطلع للمشاركة في دورة الألعاب الآسيوية في اليابان العام المقبل.

أتطلع إلى تكوين شراكة استراتيجية مع مالك حصان ، يمتلك حصانًا موهوبًا، أو يرغب في الاستثمار في واحد، ليشاركني هذه الرحلة.

أبحث عن:
* حصان حاليًا في مستوى الجولة الصغيرة (أو قريب منه)، جاهز لبدء حملتنا للألعاب الآسيوية.
* حصان موهوب أصغر سنًا لديه القدرة على التطور طويل الأمد نحو المنافسة الدولية.

ما يمكنني تقديمه للحصان:
* منزل فاخر في اسطبلاتنا الجميلة والاحترافية، بابينغتون دريسيج، الواقعة على مشارف بانبري، أوكسفوردشاير.
* ركوب لطيف ومستمر يركز على التدريب الصحيح والمتعاطف.
* إمكانية الحصول على دعم بيطري وبيطري وعلاج طبيعي من الدرجة الأولى.

* تدريب و احتواء الحصان مجانيان للشريك المناسب في رياضة الفروسية.

ما أقدمه للمالك:

* فرصة رائعة للمشاركة في رحلة دولية وتمثيل الأردن على الساحة العالمية.
* الرضا برؤية حصانك يتطور إلى أقصى إمكاناته تحت رعاية احترافية ومخلصة.
* تحديثات منتظمة وتواصل مفتوح حول تقدم حصانك وتدريبه وجدول المسابقات.
* متعة الملكية في أهم المعارض الدولية، ومشاركة النجاحات، والانضمام إلى فريق شغوف ومتحمس.
* فرص ترويجية وظهور بارز في الشرق الأوسط.

ينصب تركيزي دائمًا على إنتاج خيول واثقة، سليمة، وسعيدة، وضمان سلامتها وطول عمرها في هذه الرياضة.

لدينا مرافق رائعة في - تفضلوا بزيارة موقعنا للتعرف علينا.

07/05/2025

🐴Weekend Help Wanted🐴

We’re looking for reliable, experienced freelancers to cover occasional weekend mornings (7:30–1:30). Even if it’s just once a month.

✅ Confident handling fit competition horses
✅ Supportive team and nice working environment
📍5 mins from J11 M40 (near Banbury)

Interested? DM us or message Karla on 07810 881670.

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Banbury

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