About Poplar Farm

Capper ridden side saddle by Kay

YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Kay Burtenshaw

Kay has a wealth of experience in all things equestrian. In her career, she has worked at stables across the world, competed in the show ring, showjumping and side-saddle.

Kay and Philip also have several ponies broken to harness and are often seen on the roads and tracks around Hundon with their carriages.

HUNDON, HAVERHILL, SUFFOLK

Poplar Farm Stables

Kay and Philip have been at Poplar Farm for over 20 years, running it as a riding school for much of this time. After a break of around five years, Kay decided that she missed sharing her love of all things horsey with other people and decided to start doing what she loves doing most. again; teaching.

Tony and Eddie, riding school ponies
Kay riding cross country
Kay riding sidesaddle
Kay showjumping Bags
Kay riding a racehorse in 1985

“Kay’s a great teacher, as someone who was never a very confident rider, I can say that she knows exactly when and how to challenge me to grow my confidence.”

Rachel