Our story at 2Ways Equimove

Kate and I live and breathe the equestrian lifestyle at our family-run livery yard, DPL Equestrian, just outside Old Dalby. This place holds deep roots for us — four years ago, we moved back to take on the family home and business that Kate's father, Rob, built. For Kate, horses have always been a part of life. With over 15 years at Oakham Veterinary Hospital under her belt, she’s now the Practice Manager at Hoerman Equine in Whissendine.

Before settling at DPL Equestrian, we spent over ten years in Cottesmore, where we kept our horses on livery. Cottesmore was more than just a home — it was a way of life. You’d often spot us riding out with the children, or enjoying a well-earned break at The Sun Inn. Katy was always on the move, whether running around the countryside or competing in Park Runs. Our children embraced the equestrian lifestyle too, spending their time in the hunting field with The Cottesmore and later The Belvoir, or even walking Cottesmore hound pups for ex-kennel huntsman, Robert Medcalf.

While horses and hunting are a shared passion, I’ve always had another love—cars. Years ago, I co-founded a local garage in Oakham with a good friend, but ultimately, I found myself back where my career started at Close Motor Company in Northamptonshire, where I am now a Company Director and my passion for customer service, providing good product and encouraging our staff to be the very best versions of themselves continues to this day.