Skara Hästland – Horse region of Skara
Just outside Skara in western Sweden lies Axevalla, a trotting horse racetrack. Nearby, there is a riding school that caters to both horses and ponies. The riding school recently upgraded its facilities, with new stables and a modern riding arena.
The racetrack also features a dedicated track for Icelandic horses and a large indoor arena used for competitions and events. This arena frequently hosts western riding competitions, exhibitions, and various grading events.
The premises are also home to students at both college and adult education levels, who are training to become professional farriers amongst other things. This horse educational program is managed by the Västra Götaland Region (Västra Götalandsregionen) and is located in brand new, top modern facilities close to the racetrack.
Additionally, the racetrack runs a school where children, teenagers, and adults can learn the art of trotting.
The facilities also include stables for trotting horses, a veterinary clinic and a smaller indoor arena.
Skara Hästland is an organization dedicated to connecting various facets of the equestrian world, fostering collaboration, and strengthening professional networks within the industry.
Founded in 2013, Skara Hästland is a joint initiative by the Municipality of Skara (Skara kommun), the Västergötlands Trotting Society (Västergötlands travsällskap, which manages Axevalla racetrack), and the Skara Riding Club (Skaraortens Ryttarförening, which operates the riding school).