18/09/2026
Those autumn leaves might look harmless… but there can be more going on beneath the surface 🍂🐴
As the seasons change, leaves, twigs and other organic material can quickly find their way onto your arena. While a small amount of debris may seem insignificant, allowing it to build up over time can start to affect the condition and consistency of your riding surface.
As leaves break down, they can introduce organic matter into the surface and hold moisture, potentially contributing to changes in drainage and surface composition. Once this material becomes incorporated into the footing, it can be considerably more difficult to remove.
This is why seasonal maintenance is an important part of looking after your arena. Autumn is also a good opportunity to take a closer look at your arena. Are there areas where surface material is building up? Is the footing becoming uneven? Are there areas that are holding more moisture than others?
A few simple maintenance jobs now can help protect the condition of your surface as we head into the wetter months.
So as the leaves start to fall, don't just leave them to it.
🍂 Clear the debris
🧹 Level the surface
🐴 Maintain your arena
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