Business Services

Watsons Directories has been formed with the aim of bringing marketing and purchasing solutions to the Equine Industry.

Stable Management is a specialist media company focussing on the equestrian sector. Our main services include our riding centre and livery management system, website packages, social media management, marketing services, photography and mobile app development. Within our media group we also deliver training courses in customer services, diversification and also have links into a specialist in the Funding and Finance sector for Sport England. Having focused on the equestrian industry since 2004, we have really gained a detailed insight into the needs of equestrian businesses and their customers so you’re assured the very best results.

Carriagehouse Insurance, formed in 1992, offers bespoke, value for money policies for Horses, Ponies or Donkeys for pleasure use or competitions. We offer an excellent service & deal with claims sympathetically & efficiently. Our staff are knowledgeable horse owners taking part in different disciplines, so are able to discuss your specific requirements. We specialise in carriage driving offering excellent cover for carriages, harness etc. & are one of few companies offering commercial liability cover for carriage driving businesses. We offer competitive cover for Horseboxes or Horse Trailers & can include reliable Roadside Rescue & Recovery. Call or click website above for more details.

Sarah Houstoun has been helping equine businesses survive & thrive by meeting the increasing demands from insurers & regulators through her Safety & Risk Assessment for Horses approach since 2004.She has worked with riding schools under threat from developments such as wind farm investments,new roads,quarrying & other projects,working on expert reports to submit to the decision makers in planning departments.Sarah’s approach is simple & practical - an objective observer,with a lifetime’s experience of riding schools & similar businesses,Sarah looks at what you do,how you do it & your safety equipment & procedures. Using her considerable expertise and numerous qualifications,Sarah summarises how external threats & new developments might affect your business.