Hobby horse fever has arrived in Suffolk, as a family-run farm strives to bring the joy of equestrian events to those who cannot afford to ride a real horse. Spring Hall Farm in Stanstead, near Long Melford, has hailed the success of its summer Hobby Horse Competitions, building upon the growing popularity of the activity nationwide. The family-owned farm hosted its inaugural event in July, featuring show jumping, Chase Me Charlie and Grand National courses, with a follow-up earlier this month adding cross county and gymkhana classes. Hobby horsing – sometimes known as stick horsing – is an eq…
