Windmill Hill Equestrian. Sarah Thorne, BHSI, Accredited Coach.

Windmill Hill Equestrian. Sarah Thorne, BHSI, Accredited Coach. Coaching & Instruction
Livery; Full, Part, Assisted & DIY
Schooling, Hunting & Competition
Horse Sales & Production
Selected Quality Irish Horses Available

Sarah Thorne is a BHSI, BE Accredited Coach & PC Visiting Instructor, based near Ilminster in Somerset. Having Evented successfully up to International 4* Level, she has produced and sold numerous young event horses, some that have gone on up the levels with extreme success. A talent for sourcing all-rounders', hunters and cobs from around the UK and Ireland has given Sarah a keen eye for horses a

cross the disciplines. Sarah's renowned coaching methods mean her training sessions are constructive and realistic, with an emphasis on fun. Creating and improving confidence and technique in both horse and rider, whilst gently nudging the boundaries of comfort. Sarah prides herself on being approachable and with her great depth of knowledge is often one of the BE 80T Coaches at South West BE events. She is one of only 8 BE coaches, across the equestrian disciplines, awarded a place on The National Development Programme for Coaching Excellence, exploring new coaching methods employed by other sports, meaning that you get the most up date methods and ideas, as well as a breadth of experience not replicated by many others.

15/06/2026
11/06/2026

📢 RESCHEDULED – BHS Stage 3 Coach Training (CPD) | Somerset

Join us on Tuesday 7 July 2026 at Cannington Equestrian Centre for an engaging and supportive training day designed to help coaches feel confident and fully prepared for the BHS Stage 3 Coach Assessment.

Led by FBHS Danny Anholt, the afternoon will cover:
✅ Risk assessing coaching sessions
✅ Effective lesson planning
✅ Teaching the two required disciplines
✅ Reflecting on and developing your coaching practice

Working with enthusiastic riders and wonderful school horses, you'll have the opportunity to teach in a relaxed environment and receive constructive, personalised feedback. Participants can choose to teach, observe, or do a combination of both – every perspective offers valuable learning.

📍 Bridgwater & Taunton College – Cannington Campus, TA5 2LS
🗓 Tuesday 7 July 2026 | 12:00pm – 4:30pm
🎓 Counts as 4 CPD points for BHS Accredited Professional Coaches

Spaces are limited – book your place today:
https://bookwhen.com/bhssouthwest/e/ev-s76rf-20260707120000

05/06/2026

A horse that slips can quickly lose confidence in its footing – which is why studs can play an important role in helping horses feel secure and balanced on different ground conditions.

British Eventing organisers work tirelessly to prepare the best possible going, but factors such as weather, soil type, terrain and the time of year can all have an impact.

So how do you know which studs to use, and when? 🤔

Read our latest guide to learn how to stud up for the going and help your horse perform with confidence👇

https://beprepared.britisheventing.com/blog/what-studs-should-i-use

This is research from the UK Livery List Group who participated in the study. Lesson to all, is to appreciate the knowle...
03/06/2026

This is research from the UK Livery List Group who participated in the study.

Lesson to all, is to appreciate the knowledge your yard proprietor, or manager, has. If they don’t have the knowledge, then consider why you are actually using it as a storage facility for your Horse?

https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/new-livery-yard-management-research-highlights-challenges-925893?fbclid=IwZnRzaASMvC1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeLcb33_D84QHZ4vHNeXGXH5LjvGmF9u059Gm_JltLt4BwSO9yYlpThTItOOU_aem_0ic7GUnSXTFD2AHffVphQg

Livery yard owners and managers in the UK are facing increasing challenges and need better support, new research has shown.

30/05/2026
04/05/2026

Address

Windmill Hill, Ashill
Ilminster
TA199NT

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 1pm
1pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 1pm
1pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 1pm
1pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 1pm
1pm - 9:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 1pm
1pm - 9:30pm
Saturday 7:30am - 1pm
1pm - 9:30pm
Sunday 7:30am - 1pm
1pm - 9:30pm

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07768981176

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