Olivia James Equine Services

13/03/2026

Enjoying the amazing views up in Glen Lyon today. After the busiest (and wettest) winter, days like this remind me of my why 😊

24/02/2026

30/11/2025

🌟 Updated price list for 2026 🌟

My diary is super busy at the moment so I am planning a little bit of time off over Christmas 🎄

13/11/2025

13/10/2025

15/09/2025

Full-Time Groom Position – Join a Leading Heavy Horse Yard
We are seeking a passionate and reliable full-time Groom to join our busy yard and assist with the day-to-day running of one of the top heavy horse producers in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a renowned team, with multiple World Clydesdale Show champions (2022) and previous HOYS champions in the ridden heavy horse and 2 wheeled cart as well as national-level champions in-hand, driving, and ridden with horses we have produced.
About Us:
• Specialising in the breeding and care of heavy horses, we stand top stallions at stud and manage a large number of mares for breeding and foaling.
• We also break horses to ride and drive, offering full training in all aspects of heavy horse care.
• Located in the stunning Perthshire countryside, our yard provides an excellent setting for anyone passionate about working with horses.
Key Responsibilities:
• Daily care, feeding, mucking out, and general welfare of the horses.
• Assisting with breeding and foaling duties.
• Helping with the handling, breaking, and training of horses for riding and driving.
About You:
• Enthusiastic, reliable, and a good timekeeper.
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Previous experience with heavy horses is preferred, but not essential—training will be provided.
Additional Information:
• The position can be live-in or live-out, offering flexibility for the right candidate.
• This role may suit someone from overseas looking to gain hands-on experience in Scotland.
If you're excited about the opportunity to work with some of the finest heavy horses in the UK, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact us:
• Call: Ron – 07881 508508
• Message this page.

12/08/2025

I am now off on holiday until Tuesday 26th August. I will respond to all messages on my return 😊

04/08/2025

A brilliant weekend at Perth Show
⭐️Val Smiths Bandirran Charlotte picking up her Hoys ticket in the Gogar Services Driven Heavy Horse ⭐️- just couldn’t ask any more of this mare. Over the moon to be heading back to Hoys this year. Pitmurthly Final Command Piper out for her 5th ridden outing this year, really pleased with how she’s coming on and delighted to pick up third place.
Susan Walkers lovely Welsh D gelding Sandy was a star for his second ever inhand show - thanks to Susan for letting me work with this special boy, looking forward to some ridden outings in the future!

Huge thanks to all at Bandirran Stud for all the support and the time and effort that goes on behind the scenes.

30/06/2025

RHS 2025. Val Smiths two mares Bandirran Charlotte taking 10th place in a strong Hoys cart class. Pitmurthly Final Command Piper in her first big ridden class and only fourth ridden show. She went well but sadly had had enough by the time the ride judge got to us! All good experience though.
Many thanks as always to all the team at Bandirran for their help and support.

26/05/2025

17/05/2025

09/05/2025

Gorgeous day with lots of riding done. Finished off with lovely clients and amazing cake 😍