Competition queen or natural nut — what type of yardie are you?
As anyone who’s ever been on a livery yard will know, there are certain types – even stereotypes – that pop up everywhere. But which one are YOU? Obviously the Covid-19 pandemic means some of these answers require metaphorical answers, but try our just-for-fun quiz and find out which type of person it throws up for you…
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Amanda Vlietstra is a freelance writer and editor who’s worked for a number of national magazines and websites. Having thrown herself back rural living with gusto since moving from London to Buckinghamshire in 2012, she juggles her horsey life with work and two small children. She claims to do dressage, but really just potters about having fun on her 14.2hh Belgian Warmblood mare, Roxy. She also enjoys a good gossip over a coffee in the tackroom!