Kent Horse Producers

01/09/2025

Bertie 16.1 hands 5 years old gelding

Kroongraaf x Cruising

Jumping 5 year old classes

31/08/2025

Show jumping and Flatwork Autumn/ Winter Clinic dates 2025/26 at Hadlow College Tuesday evenings, 30x60m Indoor Arena

30 min private or 1 hr shared £50 per rider.
Groups available by arrangement. Please message to book in 😊

Tuesdays 5-9pm
September Tuesdays: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd 30th.
October Tuesdays: 7th, 14th, 28th
November Tuesdays: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
December Tuesdays:: 2nd, 9th, 16th
January Tuesdays: 13th, 20th, 27th
February Tuesdays: 3rd, 10th, 24th

Training also available at our Meopham base in Kent, private session £70.
Quality Horses and Ponies sourced, Horses taken for training, sales, breaking and competition livery Kent Horse Producers . Spaces available for Young Riders Horses Competition and or Sales. Please DM Emma or contact Steve: 07572082573 Stephen Hendry

Emma Harrod
🇬🇧British Show jumping Accredited Coach BS UKCCL3
🇬🇧British Horse Society Senior Coach
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿National Development Programme for Coaching Excellence
🎓BSc
🎓Dip Sports Psychology
🎓Dip Ed
🎓 University Equitation Lecturer & Coach
🐴Over 25yrs Coaching experience all levels

Please note 48hr cancellation policy applies

(Image: Beau Harrod 15, jumping DC in the 1.10m seniors at Chard Aug BS Stay away on the Super Pogo Owned by Vicky Gozzett)

17/08/2025

Wishing, .lambourne.sj, a massive Happy 17th Birthday today!!
We’re all so proud of all you’ve achieved with the horses, the amount you’ve progressed & the results you’ve earned!
Here’s 🥂 to chapter 17!!

16/08/2025

CUSTOMER: What will it cost to complete this job?
CONTRACTOR: £1,500.

CUSTOMER: That's WAY too high for this task!
CONTRACTOR: What do you think is a fair price?

CUSTOMER: No more than £500 - MAX! It’s a straightforward job!
CONTRACTOR: I can’t dedicate my time for that amount.

CUSTOMER: People in your profession are so greedy.
CONTRACTOR: I’m sorry you feel that way. Why not try doing it yourself?

CUSTOMER: But... I don’t know how to do any of this.
CONTRACTOR: For £600, I can teach you exactly how to complete the job. You’ll still save £500 by spending £500 on the materials, plus you’ll gain knowledge and experience for future projects.

CUSTOMER: Deal! Let's go for it.
CONTRACTOR: To start, you’ll need tools. You’ll have to purchase a welder, grinder, chop saw, drill press, welding hood, gloves, and a few other items.

CUSTOMER: But I don’t have this equipment, and I can’t buy it all for just one job.
CONTRACTOR: For an additional £200, you can rent my tools, and you'll still save £300.

CUSTOMER: That cuts into my savings. But I’ll rent your tools.
CONTRACTOR: Great! I’ll return on Saturday to begin.

CUSTOMER: Wait. I can’t do Saturday. I only have time today.
CONTRACTOR: I’m sorry, but I only offer lessons on Saturdays since I need to prioritise my time and my tools are booked with other clients throughout the week.

CUSTOMER: Alright! I’ll skip my family plans on Saturday.
CONTRACTOR: Same here. Oh, and I forgot to mention, you’ll need to pay for materials as well. With high demand right now, it’s best to head out early at 6 AM to beat the rush.

CUSTOMER: 6 AM? On a Saturday? That’s way too early for me. Also... I don’t have a van.
CONTRACTOR: You might need to rent one. Do you have a couple of strong friends to help with loading and unloading?

CUSTOMER: Ummm... I’ve been reconsidering. It’s probably better if YOU handle this job. I’d rather pay someone to do it right than deal with all the hassle.
CONTRACTOR: Smart choice. Just sign this and please step aside so I can get to work.

THE REALITY IS THIS...

When you pay for a job, especially handcrafted work, you're not just covering materials but also investing in:

- Expertise
- Experience
- Tools
- Service
- Time
- Reliability
- Accountability
- Professionalism
- Precision
- Labour
- Sacrifices
- Safety and Security
- Tax obligations

It’s unfair to undervalue a professional's work by criticising pricing—especially when you’re unaware of all the factors and costs involved in delivering quality work.

You can't negotiate a service you aren't skilled enough to perform yourself. Just like you wouldn’t expect a gourmet dinner party to cost the same as a Happy Meal from McDonald's. And it’s unreasonable to be upset when skilled professionals recognise their own worth.

This holds true across all trades!

29/07/2025