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 ASH & ANSA classes at State, National and Royal Shows.

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.

Horses for Sale

We have made the decision to no longer bred horses and are offering our broodmares and youngstock for sale.

Camelot Ozi Medallion. Reg ASH & ANSA 24.10.13 SOLD

Juliette is by Ozi Ozi Ozi Bodacious Luke HSH who won over 30 Champions & Reserves at National & Royal level including Supreme Hack at the ASH Nationals. Her dam was by imported Grand Prix Warmblood Richmeed Medallion. Juliette had a successful show career with highlights being second in her Hack and Working at Sydney Royal. Later in her career she was campaigned as a successful Hunter. She has produced 4 magnificent foals including Royal Champions Camelot Minstral and Camelot Elegance. She is currently in foal to Wellsdale Acres of Coal for a late September foal. $14,000

Gemsfield Secret Acres. Reg ASH & ANSA 4.10.12 SOLD

Gemma has a wealth of breeding including Acres Destiny, Abdul & Kirby's Stud Remedy. Gemma has also produced 4 foals for us including Canberra Royal Champion Camelot Dark Secret. Gemma was not campaigned and only used for stock work on a property. We owned Gemma's dam for several years and she produced very cool minded good types. When Gemma came on the market we had no hesitation to buy her. Gemma is in foal to Wellsdale Acres of Coal for a mid September foal. $12,000

Camelot Saphire HSH

This filly is exceptional. She is Gemma's last year's foal and by Glen Lee Rivoli Icon. She has the most beautiful head and is truly Royal Show quality. She has been in show preparation since May. She will be campaigned in the spring shows and entered for next year's Royals.

Camelot IKE HSH

Ike is Medallion's last years foal. He is also by Glen Lee Rivoli Icon and has his father's big front. He is a flashy rich bay gelding with a big blaze and a long sock on the front & back. He is a huge mover and a natural athlete. He's also serious Royal / National quality. He has been in sale preparation since May. He will be entered in the Great Southern Yearling Sale in November, though is offered for sale now. $8,000