About us
Valerie Isted is an experienced horsewoman with many successes from her teen years right up to present day, from a career with horses spanning over 20 years. Valerie still owns a horse: a 18h Belgian Warmblood called Notorious BFG. Valerie has also passed the BE towing test along with her certificate of competence in handling horses and pigs, which is a requirement under the Welfare of Animal (Transport) Order 1997 and DEFRA regulations. Valerie's husband and partner in the business is Alan Isted who also undertakes towing of our horseboxes as well as the more technical aspect of repair and maintenance of our growing fleet of 55 horse trailers. During our first three years this was done while holding down a full time job in Learning & Development in the telecommunications industry. After 24 years there Alan has now retired from his full time job to help build our business and offer servicing for customers trailers as well. Together we have 2 children Amber, 16 and Nathan, 10. We also have a little mascot called Ralph, a 10 year old Pug. We are experienced in inspection and repair of Ifor Williams horse trailers, from the hitches to the ramps, and from the brakes to the electrics. We also have a very good relationship with the local Ifor Williams main dealer, Universal Trailers at Billingshurst. Our business is now 5 years old, and we aim high for professionalism and customer satisfaction with a friendly and flexible approach. We are proud to be a NTTA Quality Secured Service Centre. |