Horribly unprofessional owner June Gillis Ahern who speaks condescendingly and suspiciously to…read moreother adults so I cannot imagine the way she speaks to children. I would avoid at all costs.

Victory Stables is a great barn for all types of riders at any age. Whether you are just starting…read moreout or an advanced rider, they can teach you the knowledge and skill to improve oneself to the highest potential. You can lesson weekly, compete and board your horse there. I took my daughter here to learn when she was just 12 years old (now 22) and she has been with Victory every since! We have had multiple horses, all boarded at Victory Stables, receiving great care and attention. June, the owner and lead trainer, practices safe and responsible riding in a fun and energetic atmosphere.

Having been a part of Newbury Farm for almost 3 years, I can say, unequivocally, that they provide…read moreexceptional service to their clients. Cory and Jean possess a high level of integrity unmatched in the horse industry. Together, they strive to help strike the right balance of horse, rider and family. From our first visit to the farm, they made us feel welcome and have provided much guidance and education. Jean's background is routed in a life long passion for horses and a strong business background. She is super organized and detail oriented which I especially appreciate as the person responsible for balancing work and family commitments. Jean sets the horse show schedule a year in advance and even provides detailed estimates for budgeting if you want. The transition to Wellington each winter goes smoothly with horses and riders well taken care of. My daughter has truly grown into a better, more confident rider because of Cory. He is a phenomenal trainer, accomplished rider and role model whose strong work ethic is infectious. He is constantly teaching, incorporating his vast industry knowledge with many life lessons. Goal setting and quarterly meetings are just another example of Cory's thoughtful approach to teaching. He never sends a rider into the ring without being overly prepared. Cory works tirelessly to make sure horse and rider are performing at their absolute best. He also provides direction and advice on everything from navigating the show circuit to the buy versus lease decision. It's no surprise that he is a well sought after trainer. The support staff at NBF is awesome as well. There can't be a better group of grooms anywhere. They take great care of the horses and everyone feels lucky to have them part of the team. Newbury Farm is small by design and a wonderful farm to be a part of. The clientele is a great mix of juniors and adults sharing their love of horses. Cory and Jean give such specialized service, which makes it a truly unique and special place.

Newbury farm is amazing, and the crazy lady (Carla) is a spewing complete nonsense. My mom and I…read moreboth ride at Newbury, and it is spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated there. Cory and Jean are awesome, and are far from snobs and ditzes. Not only are they great riders, they are great teachers, and are always friendly and easy to talk to. The way Cory teaches is superb- he always gives both praise and criticism, but the critique is never harsh and is expressed positively, and he never becomes frustrated, no matter how many times you have messed up or if you are running out of time. My mom has a horse in training there, and rides frequently, but I've only had a few lessons; yet my riding is already improving, and my ambition and willpower has risen to higher levels thanks to Cory and Jean's pep talks. This is a truly unique barn!

New owner cut down acres of old woodland and spent months adding a field with landfill. Endless…read morenoise and truck beeping.

A great area to board horses. staff they were friendly and know what they're doing. Owner herself…read moreknows about horses and rides.

The only reason I'm giving this farm one star is the amount of effort these horses put in trying to…read morekeep up. After riding here for a few years I finally said farewell after so much drama. If you don't want to show, board a horse, or ride multiple times per week you were not a top priority. It is all about the money and not the horses!! Throughout the times riding at this barn it was clear that there was and still is constant turnover of instructors. There were at least 15 different instructors in about 5 years and the makeup lessons. There are only 2 instructors that are still teaching at the farm after many years. More advanced riders such as myself were given the 'left over' horses during the summer camp and regular lessons since all the others were used way too much. These left over horses desperately needed a qualified trainer to work with them and not kids. Including a therapeutic riding horse that reared in the cross ties and needed way more training before it should have been added to the program. The beginner horses were used so much that they would go lame every other week. Safety is not a top priority at this farm for the campers, riders, and horses. In a few lessons I can remember a newer horse that was placed in beginner lesson programs that would throw riders weekly... but was never taken out of the lessons and given training. As for the birthday parties the owner never gave proper training. It was always whose not doing something... and throw them in there. We never had training for summer camp CIT either, even though it is stated online as well. If I have to pay over $300 a week I do not want to be treated as trash from other CIT's. There was no schedule for what to do with the campers only there lesson time and it was up to me to figure out what to do with them... with my great training. The barn owner can be rude, forgetful, and condescending. I had to wait for years to get my 3 paid for makeup lessons. After deliberating with the owner that in fact I had them even after I sent her the old emails, she kept denying. After stumbling across a previous farm horse I posted an older photo of that horse, named Magic, with me at Lil folk. Magic is obviously way happier at the place that he is now. The barn owner decided what a great opportunity to twist my words. She denied that was the horse yet went to the horses owner and told her something else. Just childish. I'll attach the photos below. You can't have your own opinion of this barn unless it's what the owner wants. Even if it would benefit the horses care and the safety of all riders. Overall I would NEVER recommend this barn for anything The last photo is BOSTON! He shared his bridle with Magic, but used different bits. Notice the difference in head coloration, size, and bit change (from Magic in previous photos.)

Bad habits taught, Owners daughter unlicensed and teaching students, running farm. Not allowed to…read moretalk about falls injuries or difficulty with horses at farm. Owner on premises, but let's daughter be in charge of everything. Poor money and stock management. Horses overworked. Lots of horse injuries and rider falls. STAY AWAY

I've not written a review on Blazing Saddles before, even though I've been here a few times. Tried…read morea different place today, and realized I'm a Blazing Saddles fan all the way. The ride is lovely, and varied. To get to the Blue Hills from Blazing Saddles, you do have to pass over 128 on a horses-only bridge, but it's interesting. Then, you're in some beautiful terrain. You ride through the woods, up and around an open area, and back through the woods some more. Amy is great. She does seem to get a bit distracted when you talk to her on the phone, but that's who she is. I've arranged a few birthday parties through her, and even though it sounds like she's not fully listening to you when you talk to her, everything is great when you get there. The helpers are all great too. They match you to your horse quite well, and they all work together to ensure your ride is fun. Even the ladies who just seem to be hanging around at the end are all personable and helpful in getting you and the kids off your horse. The ladies who help on the ride itself offer the right amount of help, and chat with any of the kids who seem nervous. They are clearly interested in ensuring you enjoy your ride. All in all, I'm a big fan of Blazing Saddles, and will be back there this Fall once the leaves start changing color.

Excellent place for children with autism or special needs. Horses were docile and sweet. Plenty…read moreof space for both indoor and outdoor riding. Brought first time rider friend and adult niece and both had an equally excellent time. Amy was direct, sensible, caring, polite. Vibe was relaxed and good energy. Definitely spending more time here. Covered area to sit where I could read while others rode. Small rainbow pony. Very easy to Venmo. Highly recommend

I am no longer at Orchard Hill but I just saw a bad review on this site which compelled me to write…read moremy own review. Orchard Hill is a fabulous equestrian facility for horse owners and non owners alike. They are very professional and take excellent care of the horses. There is something for everyone and no pressure to take lessons or conform to anyone's style of riding. The people are great. Adults and kids alike. They have wonderful school horses and trainers and the property can't be beat for turnout, trails and jumping, etc. They have a fantastic summer camp which I always enjoyed being around to see children enjoying and learning all about horses. Please don't let any negative reviews influence your opinion of this farm. Give it a try. You won't be disappointed.

Beautiful and beautifully run facility! It caters to all levels of riding from beginner to very…read moreadvanced. There are several great instructors to choose from to work with. I only get the privilege of riding once a week for lessons up there. Everyone I've met is friendly and supportive.