WHICH HORSE WOULD YOU BUY? (Part 1)

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After much anticipation, the first part of my recent trip to Ireland has finally arrived! With so much ground to cover, I decided to split it into two parts to ensure nothing gets left out. Join me as I return to Ardeo Sports Horses, the place where I found my darling Wilma, to offer you an exclusive peek behind the scenes of their process in producing these exceptional young horses. And don't worry, I made sure to bring along my hat and boots, so I was quickly put to work! I'm excited to share a different perspective of this family-run business with you, showcasing their dedication, compassion, and remarkable horsemanship. Stay tuned for part two coming soon!
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[@girlwithpups]

I love that every company you work with you use as a learning experience and it speaks volumes to Ardeo that they also took their interaction with you as a content creation learning experience! What a beautiful business they have built and I love that we get to be spoiled with more Ardeo content! ❤️

[@ardeosporthorses]

Thank you for such a lovely comment

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Thanks so much! They really are the most lovely bunch!

[@ardeosporthorses]

How lucky were we to spend a day with both Meg & Pete. These guys are such great company and so talented at what they do. We really enjoyed having them come behind the scenes and see what happens at Ardeo. It was so much fun, we didn't want the day to end. Meg you rode our horses so well and we look forward to part 2!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Thank you so much! Can’t wait to come back 😍😍

[@Molly-Mae15]

Meg when is the meet and greet flog coming out

[@bertiekarama]

You have epic horses 😍

[@margauxnodvin7478]

Hello from the U.S.! So great to see this video bc now I know where to go to get my next horse from overseas. I’ve done the Germany horse-shopping trip (many years ago now), but I think I’ll be heading to Ireland for the next trip…. I will definitely check out your website! Absolutely loved the mare at the end. Such scope! ❤❤❤

[@jayreed7015]

That 16.2 chestnut was amazing. So relaxed and honest. How are you going to smuggle him home without your Mum noticing.... 🤪

[@margauxnodvin7478]

Yes, I quite liked that one as well!

[@nickygentle9246]

The chestnut is gorgeous such a kind eye. And you rode him so well Meg

[@elphick.event.ponies]

He was super smart 😍

[@nickygentle9246]

@@elphick.event.ponies tempted ?

[@reneowens2768]

Thank you for being open to speaking about therapy. Normalizing Mental health is so very important.

[@sarahcooper3378]

OMG! I was SO impressed with the place when you were horse shopping, but seeing more of it now and how it all works is beyond imagination. What lovely people. So many great things to say about the horses seen so far but I will say seeing Ruby on a shaggy pony, learning along side mum and dad is priceless. She could be riding a smart, clipped showy pony, but no, she's learning on a great little chap with character. That, in my book, says a huge amount about the parents.......perfect. Roll on part 2.....

[@ardeosporthorses]

Ah thank you so much. It was a dream day for Ruby to met Meg - a day she will never forget.

[@tianelson-depa2461]

I need part 2 now🤣 your ability to ride so many different types of horses so well is amazing! I love the confidence Ardeo give you from the reassurance that the horses are a good match for your riding

[@elphick.event.ponies]

That’s so kind thank you, I found this so helpful for my riding!

[@ardeosporthorses]

Meg is a seriously good rider. She’s so impressive and so modest about her ability

[@kiaradoesart9682]

Omg Ruby, what a wonderful place for you to grow up!! What a fantastic property, and so many lovely animals! Those dogs were adorable and every horse has such lovely eyes! They all look so sweet and engaged with life.

[@ardeosporthorses]

Thank you for such a lovely comment. I’m glad you noticed the doggies! They all got a little look in!

[@bettybakebake]

you are just the coolest young horseperson I have ever had the pleasure to know. I am almost 70 but I have learned so much from you. But I really appreciate you peeling back your life and showing me you as you are. And better help is super important. thanks.

[@Pinecrescent]

Hate to say it, but you look really good on a 16.2hh!! 😂 You fit him PERFECTLY and looked super smart together! I totally understand the comfort zone though, I’m also a pony person and only upgraded to 15.3hh lol. But you guys really looked the part!

[@ihay472]

Groundwork!!! Yes! I love to see this! Loved the chestnut gelding, he was gorgeous but also such a gentleman. I'm still rooting for you to someday get into the bigger horses. You looked perfect on him and he was so safe for you.

[@helenpeterson3572]

SO pleased you've approached the subject of anxiety! As we know, it affects ALL ages and as an instructor, I had therapy as a child for anxiety and depression. Horse riding helped me greatly. I now have a number of child clients with various forms of high anxiety. Well done! ❤

[@zaktheadventuredog4024]

That was so cool! That chestnut will be good for Simon! That little pony is so cute!!!!! Great Job Meg! Looks like you had a lot of fun too. xxxxx

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Had the best time 🥹❤️

[@martasipan1593]

Meg and Pete, that was awesome…thank you for taking us along…they were so kind and informative and I love this type of vlog where you are experiencing this for the first time and we’re on the adventure with you! Loved this!! ❤

[@ucfevents]

Love that chestnut gelding!!!!! Drooling!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

So posh isn’t he 😲

[@Youngbok-ah]

Meg, I'm about to go riding in just a few hours, and I've had a bad fall recently, which knocked a ton of my confidence... Your videos really help me! I just love how honest you are, it really makes me feel better about everything 💕

[@esthers.9185]

Thank you so much, Meg, for sharing that lovely message about therapy and making sure that people take care of themselves so they can take better care of the humans and animals around them. 💕 As a person who loves horses but cannot own or ride any of them currently, I've managed to combine my horsey time and therapy together by going to Equine Therapy. Going out in a paddock with horses and grooming them while talking through my troubles with my therapist helps me immensely. So to anyone reading this: No matter how small you might think your troubles may be, they matter. And BetterHelp can assist with that in a simple and effective way. And if merely talking with a therapist doesn't work for you, maybe look into other forms of Therapy like with animals and such. ❤ You are not alone.

[@claudiablanco13]

The horses and the family were wonderful. But I CANNOT get over their daughter’s gorgeous hair matching her pony 🥹 it was so cute

[@bethalvarez6956]

I said the same thing aren’t they adorable together

[@thepansthisthatandtheother7766]

The first horse in the crossties had Tina's (of Life on The Left Rein) written all over it. Looked like a relative of Sir Banksy. Beautiful equines this couple have!!!!!

[@XxWill0wxXx1]

I have OCD aswell and its a bit of a bummer. Bellas jump is GORGEOUS! (Added to cart) And Ruby and Rocko are adorable❤

[@izzyr3231]

Blimey meg, I hope you're able to have a bit of a 'filming holiday' with the absolute COLOSSAL amount of travel footage you've got going on! Jealous of your 2024 so far, looks amazing!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Hahah I’ve been so lucky with all the trips we’ve done already!

[@chalc8882]

The chestnut is so beautiful 🥺

[@Luna-X-Stoomp]

WOO WOO IRELAND 🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪 Absolutely love ehen you come over , we've missed you 😍

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Love it so much, already want to come back!

[@ArishaMoti]

I love the way of meg just visiting and exploring a lot of places and people which i love ❤️ 😂

[@helenlamb6560]

Fab video. The chestnut was gorgeous. And you suited each other ❤

[@rockythemorkiepup7666]

I love this series and I've been refreshing their site daily (multiple times) and obsessing over every new horse that comes in. Love seeing these partnerships.

[@loridorii]

I'm a western rider. I don't need a jumper I don't need a jumper I don't need a jumper (that chestnut gelding though)

[@tiffanyjack6095]

Thank you for sharing this experience! How I wish I could have been you, just for this one day! Lol okay, maybe for this one trip, cause this lady is way too broken now to ride anymore and it makes me so happy to watch you all ride. However, I do sometimes wish I could ride again, I miss the smell of the barns, of the fresh hay, the leather from the bridles, saddles and reins, even the smell of the saddle soap! Ugh. Without videos like these, I swear I would forget what it was like. Makes me forget about my brokenness and reminds me of happier times. Thank you

[@darcybeetstra3370]

The chestnut looks like a bigger version of Lucy’s horse Ember! What a beauty! You rode him like a pro 🐎😁

[@clarionash]

LOVE seeing behind the scenes, can't wait for the next vid! What great folks the people at Ardeo are, clearly care so much about all of the horses they work with, great riders, brilliant philosophy and attitude. Very sweet to see little Ruby and her pony doing a great job with the jumps, already in training to help out! Proud that we have such wonderful horse people over here in Ireland. Was a fan of the chestnut but Bella the bay was *stunning*, her knees and pingy jump had me cheering :D

[@katherineschuette2361]

I have a feeling that from now on horse shopping may be quite easy for you Meg 😂❤ they’re all lovely

[@elphick.event.ponies]

I think so too! 😂

[@scottfoundit]

You have to buy the chestnut! !!! You look fab on him.

[@plove523]

Ohmygoogleymoogley! I bet Hobbit took the checkbook and credit cards away before you left home. Those are some mighty fine horses. And what an amazing stable/training facility. That's a dream setup. If I ever won they lottery, I'd be like a little ole lady that hoards cats, except it would be horses and ponies ❤

[@jessicahigdon3962]

Great video Meg. Awesome filming Pete. Great for you to be riding other horses confidently Meg.

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Certainly really helps with my confidence!

[@KMartha22]

Would looove to get a horse from Ardeo. As an amateur I think I would benefit from being matched.

[@georgiamay5306]

Loved this! And Rocko is just the cutest thing ever!

[@GitanoDelRuse]

If i’m ever on the hunt for a new horse (if i win the lottery to afford a new horse 😂) to be a competition horse and double up as a liberty horse then i will 100% be going to Ardeo. Such superb horsemanship from them and i can see the genuine love and passion they have for their job. And of course Meg, you did absolutely amazing riding all those horses so well. Loved seeing you going outside your comfort zone riding that gorgeous chestnut gelding! All round amazing and looking forward to the next video!!

[@eva-online500]

Thank you so much for the video and the insight into Ardeo Sporthorses. I started following your vlog after I acquired a retired eventing horse. He had a stop at Ardeo before he went into professional eventing (he was with Holly Woodhead and Zara Tindall before he was sold to Germany). It's really great to see where it all started for him and to kinda meet the people who taught him the basics as a young horse. I can not thank you enough... looking forward to part two.

[@annjohnson8437]

Loved all the horses, but Ruby's lovely pony is more my speed (LOL)! I love Ardeo Sports Horses' philosophy and commitment to matching horse and rider! ❤

[@My_fiery_dartmoor]

Omg I’m so exited to watch this!! Love you Meg! ❤❤❤

[@originallyalice]

I absolutely love this! Would love a series to continue and maybe work with some of their clients on their journey from purchase to eventing or something… and see the horses being brought in too

[@elphick.event.ponies]

That's a great idea!

[@nickygentle9246]

You are a natural TV presenter Meg x

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Very kind, thank you!

[@bethalvarez6956]

It is so adorable how your daughters hair and I mean the trainers, obviously matches the pony to a T

[@katrinathompson7828]

The Chestnut gelding has something special about him ❤ Im sure you need a Chestnut added to your team 😉 😂

[@thecrankfrank]

Loved this video, such beautiful horses and lovely people! Bring on the 10 part series! 😂❤️

[@ardeosporthorses]

Thank you for such a lovely comment 😊

[@ceri7753]

Fab vlog, beautiful place and people and um if you could just send the chestnut over for me (with a big bow on his neck 🎀) that would be superb. Thank you xx

[@beccalu04]

Loved this video! Just shows how incredible your riding is too Meg, great to be riding so many different horses so well! Loved it 🥰

[@keeleyfensom7882]

Oh Megan!!! You need a chestnut in your stable 😁😁 he was awesome! I'm a bit bias though, I've also got one 😉

[@flyingcolorsponies]

I loved the lunging in the water and up/down the bank. Such a great idea!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Glad you liked it!!

[@alisontabernor6332]

What a fab yard and owners! You look great on that chestnut! 😊

[@andreamurison7225]

This is such a great vlog! I cannot wait for Part 2! And I must say, as a very low intermediate - this is like a dream to watch you try all these horses! If only I had a good enough level to even consider buying a horse like the ones Ardeo have! So much fun - thanks for all the content! And bravo to GraniteLensMedia (as always).

[@Jess_the_equestrian_]

Ooh so excited to watch! ❤

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Hope you enjoyed!

[@evelynjellema9827]

Oh wow, they have such lovely horses!! You just want to take them all home! Thanks for such an enjoyable vlog- looking forward to part 2!! Xx

[@abbebladon]

Arden must really rate you as a rider and see what we all see. Great job Meg, a real pinch me moment! I did say to myself who is this girl jumping a 16h chestnut?? Also, just wanted to say how much courage it took to open up about your previous mental health struggles xxxxx p.s you made my friends daughters life meeting you at the weekend and you told her that her pony way cute ❤ you’re such a positive role model to all ages xxxxx and lastly Ruby & Rocco 😍

[@elphick.event.ponies]

So kind, thank you!!

[@rach4577]

I adore your videos Meg, and this is a wonderful collaboration. An insight into another part of the equestrian world. Brilliant riding, as ever, and gorgeous horses (and pony) xxx

[@clairesuzanne1276]

Wow what a superb facility, horses, ethos and people!! What a joy to know they put the horses to the people and that the Euros (although important) are the 2nd or 3rd part of the process! Loved the fact Ruby has the freedom to ride with big horses whilst on her pony and boy that pony gave me stitch just watching it trot 😂 I know you like your ponies, but that 6yrold chestnut was absolutely the perfect horse for you to transit from ponies to horses, he looks an absolute confidence builder... I'd love him lol.... whatever you ride you make look amazing!! Can't wait for the next episode 😊😊😊 ( I hope you brought him back with you 🫣🤣🤣)

[@kateaddis9913]

Meg you rode the Ardeo horses so well! The chestnut and you looked a beautiful pair. Looking forward to part 2.

[@Anna-px9bd]

I love your vlogs sm their all so entertaining! Megg is such an amazing equestrian, Your editing and ideas to come up with is of the chart! Thank you sm for what you do - We all appreciate your work, Your such an amazing equestrian! Your humour is so cheerful and you always bring me a smile Xxx🥰

[@elphick.event.ponies]

So so kind, really means a lot ❤️

[@Bently2849]

What a wonderful vlog! Fabulous content. Look forward to part two!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@alannahheady6972]

Ahhh so excited love u Meg ❤❤

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Hope you enjoy ❤️❤️❤️

[@katherinestead708]

this was awesome, you looked great on the Chestnut!

[@Sbisyxbfkbehs]

from that one little clip of you on the big bay mare, you looked awesome with her! so excited for the next one. your such an inspiration for what i strive to be one day. i also think it’s been so good for you to get on some different horses. you seem so much more confident with your skills which is awesome to see considering how good you really are!

[@massch1309]

Such nice people and beautiful place ❤ would be a dream to be able to buy a horse from them !!

[@lindafreij4749]

The new confidence we see in you Meg is so inspiring! You are really a gr8 horseperson and it is really gr8 watching your progress and become more and more confident! Really nice video! ❤

[@fionabarton2258]

I could watch Ardeo horses all day - dream on......

[@Eden.Sweet021]

I love that their daughter rode her pony in the video too!

[@deeshagourley6996]

Meg you looked great on all of them x you go girl

[@Strawbandy]

thats so cool that the first horse is being shipped to ocala! I'll probably see it at some point lol

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Eyyy look out for him!

[@kristinvinje8608]

I LOVED that lovely chestnut gelding! You looked great on him too 😊

[@christinemartindale8715]

Wow what a beautiful place this is Meg. Lovely Irish family little Ruby and her pony looked adorable. I think you really suit 16 h horses both the chestnut and the bay are gorgeous horses. I love my chestnuts but that bay she can pop a good jump she’s beautiful. Can’t wait for part two. Great camera work Pete love the slomo ones. I think you should sweet talk megs mum and dad to put a bid in for the bay hehe.😝. Great vlog tfs 🏇🤗🏇

[@vanessarogers7546]

Meg you are so much more confident in general it's so fun to watch!

[@issybrinesj]

So lovely to see where little Wilms came from, and what an amazing place! The actual dreams let’s move to Ireland!😍😍😍 loved this Meg you rode those horses so well. Smashing it 🥳xxxx

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Oh stop it you 🥹❤️

[@melissax3144]

Awww ruby and rocco are so sweet!! Looks like an amazing place, can’t wait for pt 2❤

[@another-day-another-grey]

the facilities are amazing 😍 and lovely riding Meg

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Aren’t they just 😍

[@elphick.event.ponies]

And thank you ❤️

[@helenaengland3793]

Omg I want that chestnut for my son ❤ how gorgeous and kind was he. Well ridden Meg. So impressed wjth Ardeo and their ethics, no wonder you brought from them ❤

[@Niamhandthedreamteam]

When I saw the map of Dublin I just wanted to tell you both my parents are from Ireland and I am more Irish than English love you’re channel Meg

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Lucky you, I adore Ireland!

[@evilrowan]

Great video. What a lovely bunch of people. And the horses... i could never make a decision. I'd be like i'll have this one and this one and this one lol. Really enjoyed today's viewing.

[@Gold24504]

im going to enquire about the chestnut, exactly what im looking for, thank you for showing us these beautiful people and horses

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Oh my gosh, I really hope you get him 🤞🏼

[@Gold24504]

@@elphick.event.ponies aaww thank you💗

[@Caz_Hamilton]

​@@Gold24504Any updates? Xx

[@margaretmetcalfe9380]

Loved the chestnut,

[@dtulip1]

I'm afraid I am a sucker for the Gingers, so that new in one wb my choice, LITERALLY cos he is Chestnut...failing that the little tricolour at the beginning looked super sweet

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Honestly me too, I’m desperate for a chestnut!

[@rutherose23]

I love the first gray!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Oh my gosh same, I’d already fallen in love with him over Instagram!

[@ShaneGilbert-cx4th]

Hi meg ,YOU are SO lucky to have the opertunaty to GO back .AND the filming is so good, THIS IS a fantastic video.and YOU looked so good on him. 😊😊😊👍👍👍

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Thank you so much!!

[@jenbalon2256]

Soooooo in love with this series already! How smart did you look on 16.2 chestnut 😊! He was lovely! Ardeo is awesome ❤ If I had the money it would be my candy store too 😂. I love Ireland 🇮🇪 ❤️ 😍

[@zoedouglas9364]

I don’t know if you will read this but when you were buying horses in Ireland on the first video at the first yard you went to is my friends yard and I was so jealous and I love your channel so much! x

[@sobatdin9593]

Wow thank you for sharing this very educational video. I often see this amazing yard on you tube Neil is a great gentleman and very calm , and his lovely talented wife and daughter Also a great facility, I am always sharing your horses with friends here in uk please do another day or another week 😂 the idea, of going out buying new stock would be ideal don’t be shy talking about money for example this horse , around £10,000 etc thank you team Arade😊😊

[@Caz_Hamilton]

she prob wont talk abt money, because prices can be changed. A horse can be set at a certain price; e.g 14k, but depending on who wants to buy him, the price could ho up for a richer, more famous rider, or can be bartered down by parents for a kid

[@j3j3j3j36]

I NEED PT 2!!

[@0liv3-rv4yb]

thank you so much for speaking up about your mental health. My parents are concerned about my mental health because they think I may suffer with OCD but I'm too scared to talk to someone because I feel I'm not worthy enough to. I feel like my feelings aren't as valid because I'm not suffering that much but I do suffer when I don't complete some of my rituals properly. I am now talking to a psychologist but it is taking a lot of courage to open up about my feelings.

[@annejarvis7002]

Very brave of you to open up.. I hope your therapy enables you to live your best life. It takes tremendous strength to ask for help. I have just started Cognitive Behavioural Therapy due to Long Covid, leaving me with crippling anxiety. Wishing you all the very best for your recovery, which you so deserve🤗

[@titanbuck7]

Yeah, I did have one too many falls and just found that my heart wasn't in it anymore and I always regretted nit having the resources to work through that...and eventually devised to retire early from riding. I really do miss it and wish i could go back to it...but I'm afraid thst window has probably closed. I'm getting too brittle for a true competitive return to eventing...and that's why I'm so proud of you Meg! I really know how much courage it takes...and how happy you will be later that you keep going❤❤❤

[@oakley_aqh23]

SO EXCITEDD MEGGG

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Yassss

[@heidilongthorp6392]

It’s amazing how you look a great size on Jan and Winnie yet look perfect on a 16.2 😅 chestnut looks a lovely ladies horse

[@elphick.event.ponies]

So lush isn’t he 😍

[@plinkfizz]

Love the chestnut gelding! He’s got such a beautiful hind end 🍑 you rode him very well

[@shadue5169]

Ardeo is a dream place to buy a horse from. Maybe I need to come from Australia for horse-shopping xD I love their attitude to everything That Chestnut was just beautiful and so genuine! But I was quite taken with the grey in the preview - can't wait for the next part!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

I think the grey was my overall favourite actually! 😍

[@dtulip1]

Btw Meg....you looked really good on the 16'2 chestnut

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Thank you 😍

[@janeminwell4395]

That looked fun Meg, and what a set up they have. When you have a minute, could we have an update on your youngsters?

[@taylorwollerson2561]

So cool that you got to go back and we get to take peak behind the curtain! No wonder Wilma is such a good girl ❤

[@the_chestnut_pony]

the little chestnut was like a tiny version of my pony :)

[@Siobhan_Shivaun]

Buy 👏 the 👏 chestnut 👏 horse 👏 I'll have a word with Hobbit about it 😉

[@veganwitch13]

That pinto has the same face marking as my 4 year old❤

[@Ellie.12866]

I'll take Bella, the beautiful bay, thank you very much!

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Can we share her?

[@Ellie.12866]

@@elphick.event.ponies Definitely 😁 That's a whole lot of horse - enough for two ❤❤

[@balthazartillettedeclermon8880]

love your content.

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Thank you!