Our Terms and Conditions

Liability: Lindores Equestrian Ltd and all those involved with it do not accept liability for any accident, loss, damage or illness to horses, riders, spectators, dogs, equipment or vehicles in any way whilst using the facilities at Braeside of Lindores Farm.

Equine Vaccinations:  All horses and ponies visiting Lindores Equestrian must have been fully vaccinated within 12 months of their stay.  Six-month boosters are not required. Customers must not knowingly permit any horse to attend which is known to be infected by any contagious disease. Spot checks will be carried out and failure to present documentation will mean the horse or pony cannot be unloaded. All equines should have an accompanying passport. Lindores Equestrian reserve the right to increase bio-security measures and / or amend their vaccination policy in the event of increased incidence or a local outbreak.

Event organisers:  Hosts and event organisers of clinics, camps or training of any form are fully responsible and must check that horses attending their event have up to date passports and they are appropriately vaccinated in advance of arrival.

Third Parties Insurance Condition
Any party organising an event on our premises must hold current Public Liability (and Employers Liability where applicable) insurance which provides cover for their activities with a limit of indemnity of at least £2,000,000. It must be provided to Lindores Equestrian in advance of the equestrian event and at time of booking.

Horse Welfare
Our duty of care is based on the Five Freedoms from the Animal Health & Welfare (Scotland) Act 2006, and we will not tolerate behaviour which conflicts with these. We reserve the right to challenge behaviour, ask guests to leave the premises or to report our concerns to the relevant bodies.

Facilities
The facilities may only be used for their identified purpose and all activity should remain only within the permitted areas.

Lindores Cross Country Course:  Bookings must be made in advance. All those wishing to use the Cross-Country Course or any other riding facility at Lindores Equestrian are advised to wear appropriate protective equipment. This includes mandatory use of hard hats (no fixed peaks on Cross-Country Course) and body protectors, to current British Regulations. Riders hiring the course should arrive in plenty of time (roughly 15-20 minutes before booking start time) to park and tack up so they are up the hill for the start time.  Riders should ensure they have a mobile phone or radio on one of the persons when riding on the Cross-Country Course. We request at least one person have location details on them in the event of an accident. There are signs on key gateways with emergency phone numbers and address details if required for emergency services.

Stable Hire: Stables will be provided clean and tidy.  We would ask that upon leaving the farm all dung and bedding is removed and put on the dung heap.  Stable tools, hay nets and water buckets will not be supplied, please bring your own. Riders who would like their horse / pony to stay at Lindores stables the night before or after a camp or training event can do so subject to availability and advance booking.

The Bothy: It has a fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, oven, plates, glasses, cutlery and kitchen appliances.  Camp hosts can use all the amenities but are liable should there be any damage or missing items. The Bothy also has a log burning stove which must be supervised by an adult if lit to avoid injury. Any damages to the building, equipment, facilities and contents will incur a charge to the person, club, group or host individually.

Toilets/Showers: Any damages to the building, equipment, facilities and contents will incur a charge to the person, club, group or host individually.

Working Hunter Paddock: Camp hosts or guests who book this facility will have access to Working Hunter jumps kept in the grass paddock. Any damage caused to the jumps should be reported and damages re-reimbursed.

Outdoor Arena: Camp hosts or guests who book this facility will have access to the Arena and Show Jumps/Poles. Any damage caused to the fencing/jumps should be reported and damages re-reimbursed.

Show Jumps/Dressage Paddock: Camp hosts or guests who book this facility will have access to Show Jumps/Poles and White Boards kept in the Grass Paddock. Any damage caused to the jumps should be reported and damages re-reimbursed.

Tack room: We request it is kept locked when not in use.  There are 30 saddle racks. Any damages to the building, equipment, facilities and contents will incur a charge to the person, club, group or host individually.

Personal Property: Braeside of Lindores have horses and we request that riders do not borrow or use any of the horse owner’s items. Bio-security measures are in place. Any damages to the building, equipment, facilities and contents will incur a charge to the person, club, group or host individually.

Damages: Any damage to property or fences should be reported to management on the same day. Any damages to the building, equipment, facilities and contents will incur a charge to the person, club, group or host individually.

Accidents: Any accident or near miss regardless of the severity should be recorded in the accident log in The Bothy/Office.  Riders should ensure they have a mobile phone or radio when riding on the Cross-Country Course and should have their location details on them.  There is an accident procedure document in the Office and The Bothy, please read this before using the facilities.

Protective Clothing: Every rider must always wear a riding hat up to current British regulations when handling horses or riding.  Back protectors which adhere to current British regulations are mandatory on the Cross-Country Course.

No Solo Riding: Every rider should be accompanied either by another rider or a responsible person on foot who could help in the event of an accident.

Closed Gates: Braeside of Lindores is a working farm and has livestock. We ask that gates be left as they are found while out riding on the farm.

Dogs: They are welcome, but we ask they are always kept on a lead. Dog fouling to be picked up and put in the bin.

Working Farm: Please remember that Braeside of Lindores is a working farm – children and dogs must be supervised and kept away from any machinery, bales or livestock. Do not climb on bales, fencing or farm machinery.

Mountain Biking: On occasion there could be adults or kids riding a bike at Lindores.  Think safety and keep your distance from bikers. They have a responsibility to do the same for horses and riders.

Instructors: Any instructor or coach using a Lindores Equestrian facility must complete an online Event Disclaimer form to register and ensure that all riders also complete forms prior to riding. Any instructor wishing to run a clinic or camp must be a qualified instructor and have public liability insurance and first aid provision at their event.  Adults looking after anyone under 18 should be PVG checked and approved.

First Aid: Camp and event hosts must always have qualified First Aiders on site.  First Aid kits are in the Office, The Bothy and The Barley House. Anything used should be reported to as member of staff so it can be replenished.

Weather conditions: Can vary and to protect the ground and horse/rider safety we retain the right to close our facilities in advance, or during hire, if conditions require.

Cancellation of Event/Camp/Clinic: A booking deposit of 50% is payable, of which 20% is non-refundable.  If the customer cancels the event advanced warning is appreciated and 20% of the deposit is non-refundable.  If Lindores Equestrian Ltd cancel an event/camp due to factors such as weather conditions, unsafe riding conditions or factors out with their control then reasonable efforts will be made to offer an alternative date.

Cancellation of Lindores Equestrian Eventing Camps: A booking deposit of £60 is required to secure a space. If you are unable to attend camp, please let us know as soon as possible by emailing [email protected]. If you are unable to attend due to a lame horse / rider illness or injury you must include in your email a valid vets/doctors note for horse/rider. If your space is filled, you will receive a credit note to use towards facility hire at Lindores Equestrian at a later date. If you are unable to attend due to any other reason your full deposit will be lost. If your space is filled, all other monies paid will be given as a credit note to use towards facility hire at Lindores Equestrian.

Cancellation of Lindores Equestrian Kids Camps: A booking deposit of £60 is required to secure a space. If you are unable to attend camp please let us know as soon as possible by emailing [email protected]. If you are unable to attend due to a lame horse / rider illness or injury you must include in your email a valid vets/doctors note for horse/rider. If your space is filled, you will receive a credit note to use towards facility hire at Lindores Equestrian at a later date. If you are unable to attend due to any other reason your full deposit will be lost. If your space is filled, all other monies paid will be given as a credit note to use towards facility hire at Lindores Equestrian.

Cancellation of Individual Facility Hire: Customers will receive a full refund if they cancel before 48hrs of start time.  If a customer cancels within 48hrs they will be offered an alternative date.

Accommodation:  Tent/caravan pitches, lorry parking, hook ups and camp beds are available to book from Lindores Equestrian. Vehicles are left at owner’s risk and bookings must be made in advance.

Beds in Sheds: There are two units, each with two bunk beds inside (sleeping 4 people each). The units are sold as one, customers/camp hosts can then allocate beds to individual people. Guests need to bring their own bedding & pillows, Lindores Equestrian will not provide this. No food is to be taken into the units to avoid ants/animals entering. Children under 6 years old are not permitted to stay in these units. Anyone under 18 years must be supervised by an adult. The doors must be closed at all times to stop animals entering. Any damages to the building, equipment, facilities and contents will incur a charge to the person, club, group or host individually.

TiPi Hire: The camp beds are sold as one, customers/camp hosts can then allocate beds to individual people. Guests need to bring their own bedding & pillows, Lindores Equestrian will not provide this. No food is to be taken into the tent to avoid ants/animals entering. Children under 6 years old are not permitted to stay in the tents. Anyone under 18 years must be supervised by an adult. Any damages to the building, equipment, facilities and contents will incur a charge to the person, club, group or host individually.

Luxury Holiday Houses: Self-catering accommodation is available to rent during camps & stop overs. A separate booking invoice will be raised and payable to Richard R Black & Son (Lindores Stay). Full payment is due within 7 days of booking, if this has not been received your booking will be released. All bookings are non-refundable

Should you no longer be able to attend your camp, it is your responsibility to re-sell your accommodation. Please note these terms and conditions are in addition to the standard terms and conditions for Lindores Stay and do not replace them.

Event disclaimer form: All riders must complete an event disclaimer form prior to riding. These can be found on the website – https://www.lindoresxc.co.uk/event-disclaimer-form/