Horse lovers: Stacey Groves with daughter Elaina on Shetland pony Macka. Mrs Groves owns Lucky Kids Equine which sells children’s riding clothes at affordable prices. Lucky Kids Equine will be hosting the first Central Victorian Equine Market.
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Stacey Groves
All things horse and pony will be coming to Lancefield in March thanks to a passionate Pyalong resident.
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Stacey Groves is busily pulling together her version of a farmers’ market — only this one’s for equine enthusiasts new and old.
“I’d opened up my own business selling children’s riding apparel and I noticed there wasn’t much opportunity to trade in front of a targeted audience,” Mrs Groves said.
“This market is for everyone, from owners to coaches. I just wanted an all-round place for people to come.”
Bargains: when it comes to riding horses, you could bankrupt yourself with all the gear. The inaugural Central Victorian Equine Market will bring local craftsmen, second-hand sellers and affordable brands to one spot, offering horse owners a chance to shop ’til they drop.
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Stacey Groves
There are about 60 sites available at the market, some already filled by saddle fitter Saddle-Up, custom jump and gear maker Blue Poppy Equine, and Mr Magoo’s which is a Phoenix Feeds distributor.
Mrs Groves has focused on making the market accessible and enjoyable, with the average site costing a stallholder only $40.
“A bigger indoor site would go up to $150 but we’re also offering sites to second-hand gear guys for $25,” she said.
“I really encourage businesses to submit their applications through my website.”
After receiving positive feedback, Mrs Groves plans to run the market on a quarterly basis.
The first ever Central Victorian Equine Market will be held on Saturday, March 26 at Lancefield Park, offering free entry to customers from 10am to 4pm.
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