2021 Explore Loudoun Visitors Guide - 2021 Explore Loudoun Visitors Guide
Horse & Hunt Country
2022-01-03 10:58:32
TROT, CANTER GALLOP
Middleburg has been America’s horse and hunt country capital since the early 1900s, its serene countryside preserved for racing, jumping, fox hunting, steeplechase and more. Discover equestrian experiences in this historic town and beyond.
Horse History: The National Sporting Library & Museum in Middleburg celebrates the literature, art and culture of equestrian and outdoor pursuits. Explore the fine art gallery, special exhibits and reading room, and learn how The Great Hound Match of 1905 helped establish the area as an equestrian playground.
Equestrian Inn: At Welbourne, a historic B&B near Middleburg, guests can visit with horses sent to the farm to retire.
Horse Resort: The Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg is home to an equestrian center, riding trails, equine-themed art and a miniature horse, Cupcake, to share tea with
Saddle Shopping: Journeyman Saddler in Middleburg uses age-old skills and techniques in hand crafting saddles, bridles and other unique leather pieces.
Star-Studded Polo: Morven Park International Equestrian Center in Leesburg hosts polo matches in summer and bi-annual horse trials.
Hunt Museum: Morven Park’s Museum of Hounds & Hunting North America includes an art gallery and a fox hunting Hall ofFame
Therapeutic Rides: Project Horse Empowerment Center in Lincoln offers horse-centered therapy, wellness and team building programs.
Riding Lessons: Chase Run Stable in Hamilton offers group and private riding lessons. Book well in advance.
Horse Trails: The W&OD Trail is open to horses in certain sections while Oatlands Historic House & Gardens and Morven Park have miles of backcountry trails.
Wine in the Stables: At Dry Mill Vineyard & Winery in Leesburg, sip wine in a barn and stable that once housed the horses and hounds of the Loudoun Hunt Club.
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MAJOR EQUESTRIAN EVENTS
MORVEN PARK SPRING HORSE TRIALS
Leesburg | Spring
LOUDOUN HUNT POINT TO POINT
Morven Park
Leesburg | Spring
MIDDLEBURG SPRING RACES
Glenwood Park
Middleburg | Spring
POLO IN THE PARK
Morven Park
Leesburg | Summer
VIRGINIA FALL RACES
Glenwood Park
Middleburg | Fall
MORVEN PARK FALL HORSE TRIALS
Morven Park
Leesburg | Fall
CHRISTMAS IN MIDDLEBURG
Middleburg | Winter
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