Intrepid Country file Journalist on Dartmoor

Intrepid Country file Journalist takes to the saddle on Dartmoor

Was there ever an area more suited to exploring on horseback than Dartmoor? Sian Lewis from BBC Country File Magazine took to the saddle for a 22-mile (35km) adventure with Liberty Trails. Here’s what she says Countryfile Magazine Editorial Feature Feb 2015

By Elaine Prior|2019-09-27T10:29:58+00:00January 29th, 2015|0 Comments

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This September we'll be going Tor to Tor..
SOME NEWS from us at LIberty trails, specifically regarding our annual September classic, The Dartmoor Derby.
The Derby is the premier event of our calendar but there is a substantial commitment in building a central camp with dining yurt and field kitchen for all our riders.
It has become clear that most of the overseas riders who had signed up to join the 2020 Derby face difficulties travelling... it is not clear when they can come to Britain without facing quarantine etc. We are therefore not running the Dartmoor Derby this year, and it will resume in 2021 (17 to 20 September, and entries are now open). We will be so sorry to miss our overseas riders this year BUT we're so thrilled so many have said 'We'll see you in 2021!'
HOWEVER, clouds usually have silver linings!
We know our most of our UK clients are DESPERATE for some equine adventure and something to look forward to this summer. So we’ve devised an alternative event to the Derby based on the same dates (18 to 21 Sept) including top-class, fast and substantial Derby-style riding, outstanding food, drink and hospitality based from a really comfortable guest lodge...

Tor-to-Tor ride 18 to 21 September

Our new Tor to Tor ride will take you across the width of Dartmoor over two days. This ride will involve two full days in the saddle — riding for some five hours a day — you will take a fabulous route that goes RIGHT ACROSS the full width of Dartmoor, from Hound Tor on the eastern side, to Sourton Tor on the western edge. This is a route of 50 miles in total, making this — with the Dartmoor Derby — one of our most adventurous rides.

Riders will be in small groups of up to eight per team, with two guides accompanying each group. Being a substantial ride, we will make the necessary stabling provisions for our horses en route, and have ground crews for each team. After the day’s adventures, a dedicated ground crew will drive you to a private luxury guest lodge on the moor, where you will be welcomed by your lodge host and served tea and cake. Each evening you will have a fabulous supper prepared by your resident chef.

Your ground crew will arrive after breakfast each morning to reunite you with your horses who will be ready to continue your adventure across the moor. Prices include all meals, wine with dinner, lunch en route and stabling and forage (though not hard feeds) for guests bringing their own horses.
We are THRILLED that several British riders who'd be entered for the Derby have given this a idea a big thumbs up, but we have some other spaces available at present.
Bring your own horse, or ride one paired carefully to you by us.
Who's interested? Let us know! Drop us an email and we'll try to make sure 2020 ends on a much brighter note! Rosie Bailey Karen Lynch George Lyon-Smith Elaine Michelle Prior Dave Guilding Lynette Bowman Helen Blackburn Ellie Parker Lucy Sho ring Heather Brogden Martin Gannon Claudia Nacke Sara Ladley Claire Smith Amy Osborne Catherine Welton Catherine Richards Emma Treichl Liz Julier Jane Carpenter Julie Clements Juliet Clarke. Talk Horses. Ann Atkinson Lucy Anna Wiegersma Katy Hood Jamie Spring Lori Dooley Reeva Saria Nina Thompson Cindy Perry Rosen Kim Gillick Illes Kelley Craighead Givlin ... See MoreSee Less

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Liberty Trails

3 weeks ago

HOORAY!
We are thrilled that holiday cottages, guest lodges and hotels may now OPEN For business again - following safety procedures - from 4th July.
We are therefore happy to plan rides again for the coming summer months and the moors are looking SO superb...
Visit lour website to find out more about what we offer or email us for details.
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WE CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME GUESTS AGAIN...
We're very pleased to be processing enquiries from riders eager to get out and enjoy the very best of Britain at some point this summer...
June isn't ALWAYS warm and dry but it is ALWAYS stunning on Dartmoor, with new foals in abundance and fabulous going at this time of year. Here are some throwback photos from summer trips, guests and picnics (we do rather pride ourselves on those!).
Either BRING YOUR OWN HORSE (we can arrange fabulous stabling/ grazing as you require) or we can pair you with a top local horse. Come on your own, or with friends - we will arrange accommodation to suit your taste and plan rides with an expert local guide and ground crew that you will never forget.
If you'd like to talk to us about a ride once regulations allow us to host guests again, DM or email us and find out more ... See MoreSee Less

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Fantastic couple of days. Far exceeded our expectations. We can't thank you enough Elaine. Next time can't come quickly enough:)

Val, Maizie, Emma & David, Herefordshire

Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to experience the magic of Dartmoor; you've created memories that we will keep forever. You have shared Dartmoor's unique beauty and your knowledge and kindness have exposed us to a fantastic riding experience. The horses you provided were absolutely beautiful and were a pleasure to ride. You have enabled us to enjoy a breathtaking experience that we can only hope to revisit in the future.

Chrissy, Lin, Jane and Glen, Gloucestershire

Thanks to all for a great couple of days riding, great horses, people and organisation and of course the weather was perfect. Not sitting on a horse until Friday so hopefully the bits that matter will have recovered by then. I fancy some cattle mustering next year and will definitely be back.

Clive Edwards, Leicestershire

Thank you all for a fantastic weekend. Not only did we enjoy our riding adventure but the horses seemed to thoroughly enjoy the peace and quiet of your yards. The dawn- break ride was inspired and one we always remember. Special thanks to Bob for the hearty breakfasts.

Anne & Lesley, Cirencester

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Intrepid Country file Journalist takes to the saddle on Dartmoor

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