Frequently Asked

Every new horse undergoes a comprehensive intake assessment upon arrival. We review their complete health history, vaccination records, and any special requirements. A care plan is established in consultation with the owner before the horse is introduced to the herd or their stall. Our team is present for every arrival.

All horses receive daily hands-on health and wellness assessments from our trained care staff. Veterinary visits are scheduled as needed and for routine preventive care. We maintain relationships with several equine veterinarians in the region and will always notify owners before and after any veterinary involvement.

Yes. We regularly care for horses with Cushing's disease, laminitis, arthritis, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and post-surgical needs. The Gold programme is specifically designed for horses with elevated care requirements, offering private stall accommodation, customized feed programs, and close daily monitoring.

A member of our care team is present on the farm at all times. In an emergency, we contact the owner immediately and, if necessary, the owner's preferred veterinarian or our on-call equine vet. We act first and document everything, ensuring owners have full visibility of any incident and its resolution.

We handle end-of-life with the same care and dignity we provide throughout a horse's retirement. Owners are consulted and involved in any end-of-life decisions. We work with your veterinarian or ours. Arrangements for remains — whether burial, cremation, or other — are coordinated in full accordance with the owner's wishes.

Bronze includes herd turnout in large open pastures, pasture rotation management, free-choice hay, daily grain feeding, daily health and wellness assessments, routine grooming and coat care, seasonal blanketing, fly masks, fresh water monitoring, shelter and run-in shed access, and priority stall access for veterinary visits.

Gold includes everything in Bronze, plus a full-time private stall, daily turnout per the owner's preferences, a customized individual feed program, daily stall cleaning and fresh bedding, full blanketing and fly protection, close monitoring for senior and special-needs horses, and medication and special feeding assistance.

Vaccinations, farrier and blacksmith services, dental care, worming, supplements, veterinary care, specialized feeds and medications, and transportation coordination are all available and billed at actual cost. There is no markup on any of these services.

All packages are billed monthly. Prices are subject to 30 days' notice for any changes. We work with owners to accommodate changing circumstances where possible.

The monthly programme fee covers all standard daily care. Any additional services — veterinary, farrier, dental, medications, supplements — are billed at actual cost with full transparency. There are no hidden fees or administrative markups.

Yes. We welcome owner visits warmly. Please contact us in advance to schedule your visit so that a member of our team can be available to meet you and show you around. There is no limit on the frequency of visits, and we encourage owners to maintain an active relationship with their horses.

Of course. We welcome families, and many owners bring children, partners, and friends to visit. Please let us know in advance how many guests you expect so we can arrange accordingly. We ask that all visitors follow our on-farm protocols for the safety of the horses.

Llangollen is located on Trappe Road in Upperville, Virginia — approximately 50 miles west of Washington D.C. and easily accessible from Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. The farm is situated in the heart of Virginia's horse country and can be reached in under an hour from Dulles International Airport.

Yes. We encourage prospective owners to visit before making any decisions. A farm tour gives you the chance to meet our team, see our facilities, and assess whether Llangollen is the right home for your horse. Contact us to arrange a time that suits you.

Llangollen Farm was established in 1795 and has been part of Virginia's equestrian heritage for over 230 years. The property encompasses 1,100 acres of rolling pasture, historic barns, and one of the region's finest equine facilities. Its history as a working horse farm informs every aspect of how we care for horses today.

We maintain a deliberately limited number of horses to ensure every animal receives the attention they deserve. Availability is limited. We encourage prospective owners to enquire early, particularly for the Gold programme.

We accept horses of all breeds and from all disciplines — thoroughbreds, warmbloods, Arabians, quarter horses, eventers, show jumpers, dressage horses, and more. What matters is the horse's need for a dignified, attentive retirement — not their pedigree.

We provide regular updates to all owners. Bronze programme owners receive monthly photo updates. Gold programme owners receive more frequent communication, including details of any health observations and feeding adjustments. All owners are welcome to contact us directly at any time.