Owner Testimonials

Below are a selection of testimonials from our retirement livery customers.

“Bonnie View provides a truly holistic, value for money veteran service. Finding a place which provides excellent and knowledgeable physical care is one thing, but a place which meets the emotional needs of both the horse and owner too? That is rare. That place is Bonne View.
Each horse and owner is understood and treated as an individual by a team who have an in depth knowledge of not only horses, but veteran horses and their unique requirements. I looked for 2 years to find a place where Woody would be able to retire and enjoy life naturally as a horse, while meeting my high care expectations. After 11 years of faithful service as a family horse, I wanted Woody to retire when he could, not when he had too. He deserved it.

Everyone at Bonnie View is extremely hard working, the horses are checked and observed from seven until nine daily with night time checks (via the camera system) if Faye is remotely concerned. Faye advises the owner of any concerns she or the staff have, no matter how minor. Any recommended or requested small step care changes are discussed fully and agreed.

Woody moved to Bonnie View in January 2019, aged 19 (nearly 20) and, while he was still in work at the time, I recognised over the previous 10 months he would prefer, and benefit from a quieter life. Although he has age related health needs, we still take him for gentle walks on visits and occasionally ride. The air is so pure and peaceful, the sound when you step out of your car is like listening to a recording of bird song and of course the views are amazing!

As soon as we arrived for our first visit, it felt right. The welcoming family atmosphere that Faye has developed is definitely sensed by the horses. Once we had a place (as you can imagine there is a waiting list!), we met with Faye and Jo the Yard Manager (and Faye’s Husband, Barry!) to talk about Woody and his needs. Nothing was too much trouble for Faye and her team and he has transitioned to Bonnie View life beautifully. Faye kept all his specific care needs and feeding as he was used to, something I was concerned I may have to compromise on at a retirement livery.

As an owner we spend years stressing daily about our horses (Woody has always been in full livery), Faye takes away the stress and constantly reviews your horse and his health and wellbeing considering all factors. I would describe myself as pretty organised but Faye is always one step ahead! The monthly email about your horse is a minimum, while we aim to visit weekly, on occasion when we are not able to, I have a long catch up with Faye on the phone. Faye, her family and staff, always have time to chat about your horse on visits and genuinely do treat them as they would their own.
Woody is like a new man! We discover something we didn’t know about him every time we visit! Seeing Woody reverting to type as a native is a delight and exactly what I wanted, I am sure he is smiling (with his long grey whiskers) at his good fortune!”

Jacqueline Pryde

“There simply aren’t enough stars on here to give Bonnie View, should be at least 10. I was so dubious, anxious and worried when I knew Tibs time for retirement had come. So in itself finding a retirement home that ticked all the facility type boxes and trying to find a team that would still Molly cuddle him as much was looking impossible-until I found Bonnie View. Faye, Jo, Lucy and the team are absolutely fantastic- they treat every horse in their care as if they are their own. They go above and beyond and genuinely love Tibs as much as I do. He has been at Bonnie View for over a year now and he has put on weight (he is heavier now than when he moved there) his coat looks amazing and he is just so happy. He gets brought in and groomed, sheets on a night if chilly through summer, he goes out most days in winter (yes-even when fields are muddy), they worm count to prevent unnecessary worming, the fields are rotated, regular visits from dentists/farriers etc (even had a willy washer), they send off rugs and even hand stitched an immediate repair. I get updated-pictures and newsletters regularly. He literally has the life of luxury now at Bonnie View. Thank you so much for looking after Tibs but also for looking after owners- I cried so much when I moved him, I think Faye is a secretly trained counsellor! I honestly couldn’t recommend this yard and team enough. 10 stars!”

Holly Davies

“I can’t put how amazing Bonnie View Livery is. From the moment I dropped Whinny off a few years ago she’s been cared for so so well. I get regular updates and photos on how she is doing and any problems I know about them immediately. The team care for Whinny like she is their own and have helped us overcome and improve many problems from her teeth to her feet. I love going up to see her as the bond is amazing between Faye and the staff and Whinny. She never used to trot to the gate to see me so I always used to have to go for a trek up the field, yet from the moment she has lived there she comes straight to them-Sods law! Joking aside it’s an amazing beautiful place for any horse.”

Georgina Teece

“You deserve every star going. We all dread ( but also appreciate) the day our precious ponies get to the point that they need to fully retire. The fact that you and all the team treat them as their own makes it so much easier to come to terms with. We know they’re in the very best place that there is, looked after in the best way possible and spoilt rotten to boot!”

Mary Thackray

“Fantastic home for older, special horses. I trust Faye & her team with my horse of 18 years as she always gives him exceptional care & attention. It’s his home way from home. Would give them 10 stars if I could!”

Kate Sheekey

“Have been so lucky to find Bonnie View. Hardest decision to retire and move our relatively young horse away from home but it has been the best move for him. He absolutely loves it. He settled so quickly and just loves the amazing views and huge fields. The regular photos, updates and CCTV have allowed us to adapt to not seeing him every day. Faye and all of the staff made the transition as easy as possible and they go above and beyond in all aspects of care. Knowing our horse is at such an amazing place allows him to live a long, happy and pain free life. Highly recommend.”

Claire Stainsby

“Jethro has a new lease of life. It’s great seeing him so happy. Thank you so much”

Pauline Levesley

“This place is a little bit of heaven on earth and that’s just the views!! Faye and her team do and AMAZING job giving our best friends a retirement home fit for royalty. Their commitment to each resident is second to none and after my own personal experience I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend to anyone (which I already have done on several occasions). I only wish I had found Bonnie View a few years earlier!”

Emma Ramsden

“In 2013, a move to Sweden for my husband and I, coupled with Megan’s advancing age meant that I needed to find her a new permanent home where she could live out her twilight years. I am so thankful that Faye and Bonnie View Retirement Livery were able to give her that home and for almost five years she enjoyed a well deserved retirement in a beautiful corner of Yorkshire that is surely horse heaven. Living abroad it meant so much to me to know that she was safe, secure and loved; the regular photos, newsletters and updates were especially important as I couldn’t visit very often. I can’t adequately express how grateful I am to Faye and her team for all the love, care and support they gave, not only to Megan, but also to me! Sadly in June 2018 we lost Megan, but despite all the tears I am happy knowing that Megan spent her final years in such a fantastic place, surrounded by wonderful friends both equine and human.”

Julie Spencer

“We couldn’t wish for a better place for Elle to be! In my opinion, Bonnie View is the ultimate place for any retired horse. The location itself is picturesque and Faye and the staff do an absolutely fantastic job of looking after the horses and ensuring every need is catered for! As we live abroad the updates, photos and newsletters are awesome they help keeping us in touch with Elle and the yard. It’s lovely to know that she is being treated like a princess 24/7! For anyone looking for a retirement yard for their much loved furry friends, I would recommend Bonnie View time and time again”

Anya Zia

“My horse Sam has lived at Bonnie View for 4 years he is 27 now and has never been better. The staff work very hard and he is monitored constantly and groomed at least once a week. He has company of Elle and Megan who he adores. I would recommend Bonnie View Retirement Livery to anybody. Janet & Martin Platt”

Janet Platt

“Bonnie view is a beautiful hillside farm set in stunning countryside, we arrived here in January 2018 and have never looked back. Faye and her team constantly work hard to give the horses the best life they can and also to give us peace of mind that they are being cared for in the best possible way … I could not be happier and could not imagine my boys anywhere else.”

Diane O’Brien

“The perfect place for much loved horses to grow old and grey together. Two of our family horses have spent time here and had a very loving and caring home.”

Johanna Zia

“My Harvey has been at Bonnie View for just one week now and boy what a difference. He is happy looks healthy and the facilities are the best, thank you to Faye and the team you have a very good affordable service to us owners who are not yet quite ready to let go but know we need a bit of help.”

Sue Bashforth

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