- Clydesdale
- Bay
- Gelding
- 4 years
- 17 hands
- Super Safe Gentleman With More Whoa Than Go
- Exceptional Manners On Ground & When Ridden
- Perfect For Novice, Nervous Rider Or Riders Who Want To Take Life In The Slow Lane
Carrickmannon Major
Buster – A True Gentle Giant
Registered Clydesdale Gelding | 17hh | 4 Years Old
Although only four years of age, Buster possesses the wisdom and steadiness of a much older horse. A fully registered bay Clydesdale gelding standing at an impressive 17hh, he is a calm, dependable presence who brings confidence to every rider he meets. His quiet temperament, impeccable manners, and forgiving nature make him an exceptional choice for novice, nervous, or mature riders looking to enjoy their equestrian pursuits at a relaxed pace.
Currently working in a riding school, Buster is regularly ridden by individuals of all abilities—from competent beginners to more advanced riders. He is incredibly steady and never reacts adversely to rider mistakes; if a rider loses balance or a stirrup, he gently returns to a walk without hesitation. Buster is best described as having “more whoa than go,” making him a safe, thoughtful, and patient partner both in and out of the arena.
While Buster is still relatively green in the school, he is eager to learn. Though new to poles and certain ridden exercises, he approaches each new task with a genuine willingness and calm disposition. He is not spooky or reactive—just still developing his understanding. As a blank canvas, he offers the perfect opportunity for a more experienced rider to guide his progress and help shape his education. With time and consistency, he shows promise in working in a soft outline, he is developing good balance, lateral movement, and responsiveness to aids. He is also willing to pop a small fence or log with quiet enthusiasm.
Buster hacks out confidently alone or in company and is entirely unfazed by the most challenging environments. He remains calm when faced with heavy traffic, including buses, tractors, lorries, and large agricultural machinery. He will wait patiently at roundabouts or traffic lights and never reacts with fear or tension. On open ground, he stays composed at all paces, whether leading, following, or riding solo. He never pulls, rushes, or attempts to overtake—even when returning home.
His exceptional manners extend to every aspect of handling. Buster is easy to catch, groom, bath, load, clip, and handle for the vet, dentist, and farrier. He currently lives barefoot but has previously been shod and is comfortable with either. He stands quietly for long periods without any restraint, happily enjoying being groomed and pampered. Children regularly lead and handle him without issue, and he will calmly stand at the mounting block until the rider is comfortably in the saddle, regardless of how long it takes.
Buster is a genuine confidence-giver who can be left unridden for weeks or even months and still be safe and consistent when brought back into work. He is incredibly low maintenance.He has never suffered from laminitis, sweet itch, sarcoids, or lameness, and has passed all annual riding school inspections with flying colours (equivalent to a Stage 2 vetting).
He currently lives out at night in a large mixed herd and stabled during the day but is equally content stabled or turned out full time, he is happy to be stabled / turned out solo, he is not clingy at all, he absolutely loves people and attention and adores a cuddle. He is quiet, independent, and never causes trouble in the field or stable. Buster could excel at low-level competition, fun rides, beach rides, or simply continue to be a safe and enjoyable hacking partner.
This is a heartbreaking sale, as we regularly rotate our riding school horses to offer them the chance to experience one-to-one private homes. Buster is truly one in a million, and he deserves a five-star home where he can continue to be appreciated for the wonderful horse he is.
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Located in Stockport, Cheshire, SK2.
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