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Summerfield Stables is a community stables and registered charity which provides a permanent home to rescued and re-schooled ponies.
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Summerfield Stables is a community group that has been established over forty three years. Its aim is to encourage children and young people in the Yardley Wood area of Birmingham to understand and interact with horses. The young people who visit the stables are mostly between the ages of seven and eighteen and come from the surrounding areas, including Yardley Wood, Hall Green, Balsall Heath, Kings Heath and Billesley. We also encourage children with both mental and physical disabilities. As well as young people there are many adults who volunteer at the stables and everyone is welcome to contribute in order to benefit the horses

08/11/2026

It has been a very sad few weeks for everyone at Summerfield Stables as we mourn the loss of one of our longest-serving volunteers, Dennis Thompson, who sadly passed away at home following a short illness.

At the age of 95, Dennis had been an active and much-loved part of life at the stables for decades. He had invaluable knowledge of machinery and an incredible knack for fixing just about anything and everything! He also had a particular soft spot for our Shetlands.

Dennis will be greatly missed by everyone at Summerfield Stables, and we are hugely grateful for all he gave to the stables over so many years. His contribution extended far beyond our gates, too, through his involvement in the local community and groups such as the Scouts.

Dennis's funeral will take place at 11am on 25th November at Robin Hood Cemetery. The family have requested no flowers, but donations in Dennis's memory will be gratefully received in aid of Summerfield Stables.

Our thoughts are with Dennis' family and friends at this sad time.

06/11/2026

🚨🚨🚨Attention All Current Summerfield Saturday Riders

Due to staff sickness tomorrow lessons will not be taking place and all riders affected have been emailed this evening to rearrange. You will have been contacted using the email linked to your ECPro account/profile.

Please message if you have any questions

We do apologies for the short notice.

I would like to take the opportunity to thank you all for you continued to support.

30/08/2026

Pony day spaces available tomorrow, Monday 31st August. 🐴

Learning to ride and care for the horses throughout the holidays. These sessions are suitable for all abilities.

The day runs from 9 o’clock to 3 o’clock.

Bookable via EC pro under activity courses https://summerfieldstables.ecpro.co.uk! 🐎🐴☀️🌻⛱️🕶️

27/07/2026

Last minute spaces available for Summerfield riders who are confident jumping at this height on Sunny and Spot.

Bookable now on ECpro under activity courses.

24/07/2026

Join us throughout the summer holidays for pony days full of fun. Learning to ride and care for the horses throughout the holidays. These sessions are suitable for all abilities and run on a Monday and Thursday 9 till 3 o’clock.

All of our sessions are bookable via EC pro under activity courses https://summerfieldstables.ecpro.co.uk! 🐎🐴☀️🌻⛱️🕶️

15/07/2026

Pony camp 1 is now full!!

Bookings are still availabile for pony camps 2 and 3. Dates for Summerfield home camps are coming soon!

11/07/2026

Reminder- no lessons thia weekend!!

Summerfield Stables party announcement!

We are delighted to invite all Summerfield members past and present to a party on the 12th July. This is a family friendly party and we would love to welcome you to spend the day with us in celebration of Matthew and Georgina's wedding. It will be a vegetarian bring and share lunch (non alcoholic drinks only!) and we would love to see you all there.

We will be rearranging lessons on the 11th and 12th July in order to get set up for the party so we will contact affected riders as soon as possible. Out of respect for our neighbours on Brookwood Avenue (who are also welcome) please use the carpark at Yardley Wood Station unless you habe mobility needs. If you will require access parking please let us know.

All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult but if you are coming as a family younger siblings are welcome!

29/06/2026

Please be aware that we have made our arrival and collection procedure clearer to enable the smooth running of lessons and the safeguarding of children.

You should also have recieved this information on ECpro. Please check your account and ensure your notification settings allow for Centre notices and announcements in order for us to send you important notifications.

24/06/2026

The yard at Summerfield feels just a little empty at the moment. Within a short time of each other we have sadly lost our wooliest residents. Both were an advanced age and died of natural causes (before the heatwave) but we are still very sad to lose them. Both were always tempted by a snack and just loved to be part of everything on the yard. They were occasionally known to pop in to an exam or lesson and join in with whatever was going on. Their curious and gentle nature will be missed by everyone.

Please share any photos or fond memories of them.

22/06/2026

☀️Extreme Heat Alert!☀️

The Met Office has issued a red heat alert that covers Birmingham from 9AM tomorrow to 9PM Thursday.

To help ensure client and equine safety, please be aware our instructors may adapt lessons or substitute riding with horse care. This is for the safety and wellbeing of all.

Please also adhere to the following safety measures:
🚗 Please ensure you pick up your child promptly at the end of the session to minimise waiting in the heat.
👕 Please dress appropriately for the weather using clothing made of breathable fabrics. Please note that riding in shorts, sandals, or open-toed footwear is not permitted due to health and safety.
🧴 Use a strong SPF sunscreen to prevent sunburns
💧 Please bring a water bottle and remain hydrated throughout the session
🌡️ Please let our staff know if your child is more prone to heat-related illness or has any relevant medical conditions.

Thank you for your support and understanding. 🐴☀️

Address

Brookwood Avenue
Birmingham
B280DA

Opening Hours

Tuesday	8am - 3pm
Wednesday	8am - 3pm
Thursday	8am - 3pm
Friday	8am - 3pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm
Sunday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+447380533118

Website

http://www.summerfieldstables.com/

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