Welcome To Cottage Field Stables

"Tom is the consummate, old school horseman. He lives and breathes his horses. And a quick look round his training facilities shows that no expense has been spared making sure his horses have the best possible opportunity of achieving their full potential. I have never met a more dedicated individual."

- Charlie Brooks, Castle Barn

"I have known Tom for over twenty five years, initially during his time riding in Point-to-Points and schooling young horses in the hunting field. Tom is a natural horseman, quiet, patient, and with very good hands - a rarity in this modern age. It is these attributes which lend him to breaking-in young horses and working with horses which have acquired awkward traits whilst in training. Unfortunately people like Tom are few and far between. The breaking-in process can be stressful to a young horse, and no better place can be found than the quiet, relaxed and peaceful situation at Cottage Field Stables."

- Christopher Sweeting, Conduit Farm Stud

“Tom Lacey broke in twenty yearlings for me this autumn and did an excellent job. I would recommend him to anyone.”

- Ralph Beckett, Kimpton Down Stables

"I asked Tom to help and guide me with my mare who had lost confidence with her jumping. Cloudy Spirit soon became Tom’s first winner under rules, leaving her problems behind her. Tom is great fun to go racing with and we have a genuine feeling that training with Tom is great value for money and of the highest quality."

- Norma Harris, Worcestershire

"Tom's very focused and dedicated approach to the well-being and training of the horses individually in his care is very impressive. The new yard and facilities have been thoughtfully and strategically laid out and with Tom living onsite he is always available to check the horses himself throughout the day and night. Tom is an excellent communicator and always has time for his owners."

- Geoff Lloyd, Worcestershire