Meet Our Staff

I started at ESR after meeting Danielle through a practitioner's network. I've joined to provide therapy and trauma counselling , and feel proud to offer a direct route when statutory services are at a crisis point. I have been working therapeutically with people for over 25 years, and became a counsellor after working in holistic nutritional therapy, realising that beneath the physical issues, the cause lay rooted in the emotional/mental/spiritual levels. It's great to be part of a wellness movement with such great social value and holistic approaches for horses and people.

ESR found me and my family whilst Dani was running her freelance business, my mum was crucial to the set up of ESR and we would make the journey from Linlithgow every week for the first year to exercise the ponies and make signs and equipment out of recycled materials. Dani and the yard have continued to be there for me unconditionally since losing my mum through covid and have supported me through exams such as my ride-out safely and horse health. The yard is my special place and a reminder of what my mum helped build and create.

I started to work at ESR in summer 2023. One of the first reasons why I came here is the mission to build a tiny house on wheels for ESR with my company "The Tiny House Experience Ltd." Originally I'm from Germany and I was living the last 8 years in Edinburgh. I moved to the farm with my own tiny house on wheels in June 2023 to repeat the project at Eat,Sleep,Ride..
While I'm living here and building the little house, I'm also working halftime on the yard basically as a craftsman/handyman. I'm repairing things, doing woodworkings and also building new projects like a chicken coop.
I really appreciate to live and work with all the lovely horses and nice people on the farm. For me it's a very new chapter and it helps me a lot to improve my skills and growing up. I'm thankful for being here on this unique place of positive energy.

I started at ESR as a volunteer and now work part time - 1 day a week. As I have been in alternative education, this has improved my mental health dramatically. I am typically on the yard helping with day to day chores but may be found taking out small hacks or assisting lessons. Eat Sleep Ride is such a wonderful place to be with such a supportive community.

Hi, I’m Vicky. I spent 10 years in horse racing across the UK and Australia before starting my own construction business. After realizing it wasn’t fulfilling, I trained in NLP, Hypnosis, and Timeline Therapy, and became an online coach. Now back in the UK, I’m combining my passion for horses with personal development, focusing on team-building and women’s retreats. It’s been a journey, and I’m excited for what’s next.

Sarah, our "Mother Hen," is the heart of our team, effortlessly managing the needs of ponies, people, and the site. She joined us during the 2023 Christmas party and never left—a decision we're incredibly thankful for.

With a rich background in farming, equestrian showing, and administration, Sarah brings warmth, skill, and organization to everything she does. Whether she's driving the trailer, handling accounts, or coordinating daily tasks, her gentle, nurturing spirit makes her an invaluable asset. We can't imagine ESR without her.

Hello, I’m Brooke Thompson. I first discovered Eat Sleep Ride through my interest in equine-assisted learning and the amazing work ESR does to empower individuals and communities. As someone working in the equine industry, combining my passion for animals with my career, I was naturally drawn to the innovative programs at ESR.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with friends and exploring the outdoors. Some of my proudest achievements include earning top grades (5s) in English Language and Literature for my GCSEs and being named runner-up for the Youth Volunteer of the Year award in 2019.

I’m inspired by ESR’s commitment to personal development and community impact and hope to gain more qualifications and experience through my work.

Hi, I’m Hugh. My love for horses and the outdoors brought me to Eat Sleep Ride, where my journey started thanks to my mum’s involvement as a volunteer. As a young carer, ESR has given me the chance to balance responsibilities at home with exciting opportunities to grow and connect with others.

I’m currently studying with the Open University, which has been a rewarding challenge alongside my work at ESR. This is my first job, and I’ve really enjoyed getting out into nature, taking on responsibilities, and being part of a supportive team.

In my spare time, I love gaming and attending Comic-Con, where I get to express my creativity and connect with like-minded people. ESR has been a great place to develop new skills, and I’m looking forward to continuing to learn and contribute to this amazing community.