Yahoo News New stables and riding area plan for rural Ayrshire site
A new livery business could be coming to a patch of land between Minishant and Maybole.
A planning application has been submitted to South Ayrshire Council, seeking permission for a change of use of an agricultural shed in order to enable the new venture.
The plan involves changing the shed to accommodate a livery stable, the formation of an external riding arena, parking, the siting of a temporary caravan and the widening of vehicular access.
The application relates to land at the A77 from Main Road, Minishant to the A77 Maybole Bypass Roundabout, at Laigh Grange, Minishant.
The agent in the proposals is Donna Kennedy, from DKAD and the applicant is Victoria Howard, from Alloway, on behalf of Deer Valley Equestrian.
A supporting statement said the proposals form part of an expansion and relocation plan by a growing family-run business.
The statement reads: “The business previously operated at another location, but demand for livery in the area and the opportunity to purchase this larger property provided a way for the family to expand their business, allowing them to take on more clients.
“Deer Valley consists of 20 acres of mixed grazing and woodland with a small drainage channel running through the valley. Purchased to expand a small family-run livery business in September 2023, it currently has 10 private livery clients and three field livery clients.
“There is a caravan onsite to provide toilet facilities, staff area and for use in emergency situations.
“Clients can visit the stables 24/7 if they need to and are given instructions on how to access the stables if locked overnight. Also, clients are given information with regard to personal health and safety, to minimise risk, especially in situations where they may be the only person present.
“There is generally someone from Deer Valley around during the day but people visiting at unusual hours are made aware that there might not be anyone onsite should any issues arise.”
The statement adds: “As the business grows, it is hoped that staff will be on site more often to ensure that any issues are dealt with quickly.”
The proposals are listed as ‘pending consideration’ on South Ayrshire Council’s online planning portal. A decision on them is expected in August.
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