Andalucian Self Catering Accommodation - Las Nuevas Alora
Alora Riding Holidays
AS SEEN ON BBC1, Living In The Sun!
Nestled, in the hills, approx 8km from Alora you will find Summer Breeze Stables.
A small family run yard, owned and run by Louisa and Kevin Saunders and their 2 children.
The stables have a rustic and relaxed feel about them, surrounded by amazing views.
Having spent nearly her entire life with horses, working mainly in competition, hunting and breaking yards, Louisa understands how intimidating large yards can be and goes out of her way to welcome you, taking time to discuss your ride, answering any questions and of course any holiday chit chat !!
Louisas experience started at the age of 3 years old, learning to ride at Chringleford Riding School – still run by Paula Sykes (Pat Smythes former head groom).
At 9 years old her 1st pony Gareth was bought for her, and from there was the beginning of many years show jumping, showing and Pony Club. At 15 years old her 1st competition horse took her into the world of BSJA show jumping and a chance to train with Capt Mark Philips, and later to be chosen to represent "South Norfolk Pony Club" for 3 years running, giving her a chance to compete at both Hickstead and Burgley.
On leaving school, Louisa worked in many yards, gaining more valuable experience, not just in show jumping, but with showing, hunting and with training young horses… and a chance to work for the Earl of Dumfries, as head groom.
Before coming to Spain, she was working in a small privately owned racing yard, training and preparing race horses for Newmarket.
Both her children have ridden from a young age, and help in the yard on a regular basis.
This is especially nice when we have families with young children ride with us, it makes their children feel more relaxed and gives them someone to chat too when we go out riding.
As children living in the U.K. they both competed in both the Pony Club and many other events. Including showing to county standard. They ride all the horses we have here, and their experience is valuable, in giving other children confidence. Their interest, took Louisa to train to teach for the Pony club, and regular help with the local RDA.
For more information check out the website www.aloraridingholidays.com
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Comments from the visitors book.
"I will be back - hopefully accompanied by a keen bunch of artEscapers !! Here's to a creative future and many thanks for all your kind details."
Nicky de la Penâ 24/05/08
"Thank you for a wonderful relaxing stay at your beautiful and comfortable finca. We had a lovely time walking and painting in the countryside and enjoying the spectacular scenery. Thanks as well for the great dinner that we had with you - a real treat! Hope we can repeat the experience again and come for a second visit sometime in the future.
Helen McColl 24/05/08.


