Testimonials

"I bought my Irish Draught Sport Horse, Rowan, from Orchard Park Stables in 2024. Rowan is 4 years old and has such a great brain, steady personality and kind soul. Watching this young gelding learn and grow has been the most rewarding process! He's athletic, brave and the best riding partner a girl could ask for. OPS is excellent at what they do and I'm beyond grateful that they helped me find such a great match and my forever heart horse! I would highly recommend Orchard Park Stables to my fellow equestrians."

"We purchased 'Rapsody' a beautiful, talented 4 yr IDSH mare for our 12 year old son in 2020. The pair are inseparable and have already achieved great success in both the Hunter & Jumper ring as well as Roping and Penning skills — an all around horse that excels at everything. I would highly recommend Orchard Park Stables — you will not find a more knowledgeable or experienced group of equestrians anywhere."

"I bought my gorgeous 6-year-old Andalusian 'Eli' through Barb Bowen in 2021. As a first-time horse owner, it was a great experience and I was fortunate to have the opportunity to train with Barb and her equestrian family ~ Eli and I could not be happier!"

"In 2014, I found my perfect partner in Griffin, a young chestnut gelding bred by Marni Reimer and sired by BamBam. Already a champion, he became my trail mate, competitor, and best friend. From dressage to foxhunting to Lake Ontario swims, we've shared countless adventures. Now 17, with me at 67, he's my heart horse — and I'm forever grateful."

"The first horse, Valley, came 19 years ago, 18 years with Nicholas, 15 years with Bella and Janie, 11 years with Whiskey and 10 years with Romeo. All have been an integral part of the Stonebroke Stable lesson program, and I cherish each and every one of them."

"I bought my horse 'Bentley' from Orchard Park Stables in 2018 and couldn't be happier. He was well trained with great ground manners and has done everything I have asked him to do. He is incredibly athletic and a great jumper but also does well with dressage. He is a puppy dog who loves to be brushed, scratched and fed carrots. I highly recommend Barb and her horses. She will make sure your match is the right one!"

"After having 2 total hip replacements, I didn't know if I would ever ride again. Covid set in, and I just had to ride. Being 65 years old at the time with some health concerns, I needed a quiet, safe horse. Barb Bowen showed me a young Crossbred mare, 'Queen' who I quickly made my own. I'm enjoying riding again, thanks to someone who knows how to match up a rider and horse properly; she's my favourite colour, too!"

"Ailish (IDSH) was purchased from Orchard Park Stables in 2004, and I am fortunate to have had her all these years! She has a super work ethic and is brave, athletic and fun to ride. After many ribbons as an event horse, she is retired at home with my family and enjoys plenty of carrots, admired by all for her friendly nature."