Welcome to Ely Eventing Centre

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Ely Eventing Centre is home to the Maxavita Little Downham Horse Trials and works closely with British Eventing to put on five days of affiliated eventing each year across two events, both of which are organised by Ely Eventing Centre's owner Tina Ure.   

Ely Eventing facilities include:
  • Cross Country schooling in a designated area which will include a variety of fences and training exercises.  Cross Country fences start at 2ft and are available up to 3ft 9in with the majority being around BE90 and BE100 level.
  • Two water complexes with a large variety of jumping options including in the water.  The Maxavita complex is one of the longest in Europe - and is also where the London 2012 Greenwich Barge sits afloat for our Advanced competitions.
  • Lots of ditches, some filled with water, in all sizes including 4 separate "coffin combinations"
  • Sunken road complex and separate step/bank area to suit all levels
  • Full British Eventing courses available at BE90, BE100, Novice, Intermediate and Advanced available in the week following each BE event, and at other times by prior arrangement.
  • Classroom/Lecture room and kitchen facilities available to groups by prior arrangement.
  • Overnight stables for 5 in permanent boxes, or additional temporary boxes.
The chief asset at Ely Eventing is the unique peaty soil available in the Fens.  This allows excellent ground conditions throughout the year despite the weather conditions.  The Cross Country course is open Mid February to the end of November each year, and throughout the winter if conditions allow.  The message on 01353 698839 will have up to date information available.

The cost of the course hire is £25 per horse in 2014, with a discount available for groups of 10 or more riders when paid in advance.

Training is available from Tina Ure, a BE accredited coach and regional coach for the BEu18 group in the eastern region.  Tina holds her UKCC Level 3 (eventing specific) qualification, and is also a BHSII and NLP practitioner.

You are also welcome to bring your own trainer to help you.