Camelot ANSA and Stock Horses

About Us

Camelot Stud is operated by Paul and Rachel Davidson at Borenore near Orange NSW.

Paul has been involved in competitive horse sports since a young age and competed at his first Sydney Royal at the age of 7. During his junior years, Paul won several State Dressage Titles and also his Riding and Equipment Classes at Sydney Royal. During this time he was coached by National Dressage Judge Joy Charlton and Olympic Dressage Coach Franz Maringer. Paul’s passion from horses came from his mother Barbara’s side of the family who bred ponies and Thoroughbreds at Burrangong near Young. Rachel has a flare for handling the youngstock and gaining their confidence. She is also responsible for the presentation of the team on show day.

Paul's father Ken was born and raised at Bondi. Paul followed in his Dad's footsteps and also represented Australia in Triathlon and has competed overseas in Ocean Swims. Paul's qualifications are in Exercise Prescription and Strength & Conditioning. In 2000 he was awarded Personal Trainer of the Year by the National College of Fitness. The principals that Paul applies to training people he also applies to training horses.

Paul and Rachel both share a passion for gardening and in 2020 were awarded a National Award by the Australian Institute of Horticulture for one of their projects.

Paul had his first horse classified with the Australian Stock Horse Society in 1974. Over the years he has enjoyed great success with regular Champions at Royal and National level including Supreme Champion Stock Horse & Champion Hack at Sydney Royal, Supreme Champion ASH at Canberra Royal, Supreme Hack at the National Show, wins in Dressage at National level and campaigning Grand National quality Hunter horses.

Paul has 3 sons, Brade, Hayden and Hugh. Brade and Hayden are Tradies and Hugh has Degrees in Marketing and Business Management. All 3 boys rode in their younger years as well as playing Rugby and competing in Triathlons. Brade's highlight of his riding career was winning the Juvenile Campdraft at Cumnock on Wards Fletcher. Hayden's highlights were winning the NSW State Futurity with Halycon Hotshot and placing 2nd in the Invitational Open Campdraft at Canberra Royal on Luckenough Baseline. Hugh's memorable quote was "You guys would be nothing without me strapping" !!

Paul has Judged at State, National and Royal Shows and is an ANSA Classifier.

Paul and Rachel pride themselves on campaigning immaculately presented horses for Sale or Show that have the potential to win.

Regular Clinics and lessons are held at Camelot Stud that suit riders from any discipline or ability.

Both Paul & Rachel have current First Aid qualifications and Working With Children Checks.

* Young stock are seasonably available

All of our horses are prepped on Furneys Stock Feeds & kept safe with rubber products from Andromeda Industries

Clinic Types

Introduction to Showing (2 day clinic)

Covers all aspects of ASH Showing from Led, Hack and Working events. There is a comprehensive classroom theory component with a Handbook to take home. The clinic covers training techniques, drills, presentation and ring craft. A very comprehensive clinic that will give you the confidence to compete.

Advanced Showing (2 day clinic)

This clinic is designed to give you WOW factor at ASH show events. We work on expression in paces, flying changes, big lengthen trots, huge stops and snappy turns. You'll leave with advanced drills to do at home. There is no classroom time in this clinic.

Confidence Building Clinic (One day)

This clinic is aimed at the nervous or inexperienced Horseperson. It is open to any discipline or breed. It covers groundwork to develop your confidence and control of your horse and includes correct leading technique, lunging, tying up and hobbling. The ridden section gives you the skills to shut down non compliant behaviour and confidence at all paces. Limited to 6 people

Young Horse Clinic (One day)

Geared to give you the confidence to take your young horse out in a group or to a competition. You will gain skills to prevent anxious behaviour, rushing and being horse shy. Ground work exercises including long reining will be covered. Limited to 6 people

Introduction to Challenges (2 day clinic)

Focus is on drills and technique for stops, turns and speed work. Time Trials and work on the mechanical cow will also be covered. By the end of the 2 days you will be confident to compete in your first Challenge.

All levels are Welcome !!!

Bookings for Clinics are now open. We like all participants to complete a survey prior to the Clinic to make sure we address any issues you may have and make sure you walk away with a plan for the future.

If you can't attend a full clinic why not just attend the lecture components. Cost for each lecture is $100

Fence sitters are also welcome for $100 a day

Great Facilities

Overnight powered camping is available with your choice of panel yards or a limited number of stables. Hot showers and kitchen facilities are also available. We have a 20m x40m arena, a 50m x 80m arena, a covered arena and several round yards. All areas are fully fenced with all weather surfaces.

Bookings now open

Groups are kept small to ensure that everyone receives maximum attention. A deposit of $200 is required at the time of booking which is not refundable. Your enrolment is not confirmed until the deposit is paid. There are no additional fees for camping or yards. Limited stables are available for $30 a night.

Contact Paul on:

M 0439829195

E paulevan@bigpond.com

or PM via Facebook.

2024 Foals

Camelot Medallion

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This spring we are expecting 2 foals. The first is out of Camelot Medallion by Glen Lee Rivoli Icon. Medallion is the dam of Camelot Minstral who was Champion Gelding at Sydney Royal 2022 and Supreme ASH at Canberra Royal 2023 and winner of the Junior Working and also Camelot Elegance who was Reserve Champion ANSA Youngstock Sydney Roya

Medallion had a bay colt on 13th Oct. Its a big leggy boy with a sock on the front & back and very pretty head and blaze like his father.

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The second is out of Gemsfield Secret Acres (Acres Destiny, Kirbys Stud Remedy) also by Icon. Secret Acres is the dam of Royal Champion Camelot Dark Secret. Both of these foals will be for sale on weaning. Expressions of interest are invited now.

Gemma had a bay filly on 30th Sept.

No white legs but a beautiful blaze. She has a magnific

Gemma had a bay filly on 30th Sept.

No white legs but a beautiful blaze. She has a magnificent front and head.

Both foals will be available on weaning.

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