Overview
- The couple have applied to West Oxfordshire District Council for an all‑weather arena so their horses can train year‑round at Kitesbridge Farm near Burford.
- The arena is sited outside the identified flood zone after River Windrush overflows limited winter exercise on lower fields, according to planning statements.
- Their horses are currently in temporary stalls inside an existing barn while the council considers both the arena plan and a separate stables application.
- Council archaeologists flagged potential Roman remains on the proposed stables site and recommended a watching brief with an appointed archaeologist present for any groundworks.
- The applicants say the design minimizes digging and keeps all soil on site, argue there is no impact on nearby homes, and urge planning permission without delay as they aim to make the estate a long‑term home.