25/03/2026
🚨IMPORTANT CUSTOMER NOTICE🚨
There has been a recent outbreak of Strangles in the local area.
Strangles is a highly contagious bacterial infection that affects horses and can spread easily via contact, clothing, and equipment.
To protect the health of our horses and ponies, we are putting the following measures in place with immediate effect.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
If you ride with us, we kindly ask that you do not visit or handle horses at other yards during this time.
We understand this isn’t always possible, so if you do have contact with horses elsewhere, the following steps are essential before coming to the yard:
⚠️REQUIRED BIOSECURITY MEASURES⚠️
🟢 Hats & whips:
Our preference is that you use hats and whips provided by Poplar Farm.
If you choose to bring your own, they must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before use (see below).
🟢 Clothing (jodhpurs, tops, gloves, coats):
Wash at 60°C or above. A laundry disinfectant is strongly recommended.
🟢 Boots, hats, body protectors, whips, etc.:
1. Remove all dirt, hair, and debris first
2. Disinfect using an appropriate product (e.g. Virkon or diluted bleach solution)
3. Allow to dry fully before use
🟢 On arrival to the yard:
You must use the foot baths and hand sanitiser provided
PLEASE NOTE
These measures are mandatory and in place to protect the wellbeing of our horses.
Anyone not following these requirements may be asked to leave the premises.
We appreciate your cooperation and support in helping us keep our horses safe and healthy. 🤎