Loughborough Students Equestrian have secured an exciting sponsorship deal with Eland Lodge for their 2021/2022 academic season. The partnership with Eland Lodge will allow the Loughborough University team access to smart branded competition teamwear, exclusive shopping discounts, and on-site training.

Based on the Derbyshire/Staffordshire border, and approximately 45 minutes from Loughborough, Eland Lodge Equestrian features an on-site Equestrian & Country Store, Competition Centre, Livery Yard and Equestrian Facility Hire. Their popular store is also accessible online at www.elandlodge.com, where all of the favourite equestrian and country brands are available for home delivery. Boasting excellent Arena and Cross Country facilities, Eland Lodge runs a busy affiliated and unaffiliated events calendar plus national championships.

John Coupland, Managing Director of Eland Lodge, said: “As a business our focus is on encouraging all equestrians to achieve their best, from a grassroots level upwards. This partnership is a great opportunity for us to be able to give something back by supporting up-and-coming riders. We’re pleased to support Loughborough Students Equestrian and are proud to work with a university which has such a strong reputation for sporting excellence.”

The club offers Loughborough University Students the opportunity to ride for leisure, train and compete in equestrian sport on “pool horses”. The team also takes part in the highly competitive BUCS league, which is a national competition league for all University & College sport in the UK. With over 70 students in the club and 5 league teams, the club has a busy programme of sports, training and social events.

Lucy Edwards, Captain of Loughborough Students Equestrian Club, said “It’s fantastic that the dedication and efforts of our Club members have been recognized and appreciated by a leading equestrian retailer. Many members of the club love shopping at elandlodge.com, so this sponsorship deal is the perfect opportunity for us! We’re looking forward to wearing our gorgeous Eland Lodge Ariat Jackets at our BUCS competitions and training events.”