If you’re looking for the perfect place to holiday with your horse, then look no further! Brackenthwaite has everything you and your horse needs to have a relaxing or adventurous stay. Our horse accommodation consists of 54 generous stables in a courtyard setting, 54 field enclosures for outdoor horse R&R with fresh grass and drinking water available, plus a washing area should your horse fancy (or need!) a quick shower. We even have a dedicated tack room to safely store your gear and all the tools you’ll need to make your stay with your horse a good one. So here are 3 local rides for you and your horse to enjoy during your stay at Brackenthwaite Farm.😊
1. Storth, Sandside & Beetham
Terrain: Easy – quiet country lanes, bridleways and byways. No gates to open. Spectacular views over the Kent Estuary.
– 7.28 miles
The name “Storth” originates from an old Norse term meaning a woody place. This area, characterised by its estuary, and where anglers often fish for fluke, is primarily surrounded by woodland and limestone. The limestone-rich soil supports the growth of yew, and hazel trees. In the spring, the area bursts into bloom with damson and apple blossoms. Storth is also home to wild plant species such as rockrose, thyme, cowslip, and primrose. An old north-south road through the village likely served as a route for transporting iron ore from the pier at Sandy Bank to the Leighton Furnace.
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2. Warton Crag
Terrain: Easy –Mixture of roads and bridleways. Lovely views of Morecambe Bay and Leighton Hall.
– 4.37 miles
Warton Crag is a notable limestone hill located at the southern edge of the Arnside and Silverdale National Landscape. The limestone habitats of Warton Crag are among the most significant in the region, home to several nationally rare species. A distinctive plant of the area is Blue Moor Grass, and the light cover of bracken creates an ideal habitat for the rare High Brown Fritillary butterfly. The flora and fauna are protected by the designation of much of the Crag as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), making this is perfect place to spot the magnificent Peregrine falcon, many species of insects (such as lacewings, beetles and sawflies) and even small reptiles, like the common lizard.
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3. Scenic Arnside & Silverdale
Terrain: Easy – Country lanes and bridleways. Spectacular views of Morecambe Bay from Arnside Knott. The ride also takes you through part of Arnside Village, which is popular with walkers and other visitors.
– 9.64 miles
This National Trust site is famous for its breathtaking views of the Lake District Fells, the Kent Estuary, and Morecambe Bay. Featuring limestone grassland and mixed woodland, the area is nationally important for butterflies like the High Brown Fritillary, Scotch Argus, and Northern Brown Argus. In the western part of the site at Heathwaite, you can witness a spectacular display of cowslips, primroses, and various orchids, including Early Purple, Common Spotted, Green-winged, and Autumn Lady’s Tresses, during spring and early summer.
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And if this isn’t enough to tempt you, you can get a £50 early bird discount if you book 26 weeks or more in advance.
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