Arena Hire

Bishop’s Court Farm boasts a huge 70m x 40m arena on a world class state of the art Martin Collins sand and fibre surface.

Each arena hire includes the full arena, which can be used as is, or set up with dressage boards and markers to make a 20m x 40m dressage arena. Jump4Joy show jumps are also available to use (which if used must be put away at the end of the hire period). Please note that a course of jumps will be set up during the first week of every month.

£25 per hour per one horse plus £5 per additional horse per hour. Maximum four horses per booking.

£25 per hour per one horse plus £5 per additional horse per hour. Maximum four horses per booking.

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All ‘hirers’ of the arena for both Dressage and Show Jumping use will need to complete our hire agreement form.

Download Arena Hire Agreement Form

Due to the current nationwide prevalence of equine influenza, all horses must have their passports presented for inspection by a BCF member of staff BEFORE unloading. Please allow a few extra minutes on arrival for this.

Thank you for your patience and understanding

Please use the links below to hire the arena

PLEASE NOTE:

Horsebox access via Abingdon Road entrance ONLY. Please arrive from the Burcot side NOT through Dorchester village which is too narrow for horseboxes and trailers.

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SOUS CHEF – THE FLEUR DE LYS

The Fleur De Lys is situated in the lovely, picturesque village of Dorchester- on-Thames and has recently come under new ownership. It’s currently undergoing refurbishment and we are keen to get our kitchen team established ready for the grand reopening. We are aiming for a traditional pub menu with twists on the British classic’s. As well as a bar snack menu to run alongside this. Pure and simply is the aim.

This really will be a great venture for a chef with the vision and determination to deliver quality food, whilst overseeing the day to day running of the kitchen.

The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years’ experience in a professional environment, an excellent aptitude for delivering high quality food, a keen eye for detail, whilst confidently capable of running an efficient service. Must also be familiar with designing new menus in collaboration with the Head Chef.

We offer fair working hours in an environment that will enable the ideal candidate the opportunity to achieve a desirable work/life balance. An ideal situation for a chef who wants a life outside of work as well.

PACKAGE
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 per year | 40 hr week over 2 splits - 3 days | 2 Consecutive days off

BENEFITS
Subsidised meals | Employee discount | Onsite parking | Flexible working hours | 28 days holiday including bank holidays | Pension scheme after probation period

COMMIS CHEF – THE FLEUR DE LYS

The Fleur De Lys is situated in the lovely, picturesque village of Dorchester- on-Thames and has recently come under new ownership. It’s currently undergoing refurbishment and we are keen to get our kitchen team established ready for the grand reopening. We are aiming for a traditional pub menu with twists on the British classic’s. As well as a bar snack menu to run alongside this. This is an exciting opportunity for a chef who not only has the vision but the determination to deliver good quality food.

The ideal candidate must have at least 1 year experience in a professional kitchen with an excellent attitude for providing good quality food with a keen eye for detail. We offer fair working hours, allowing for a great work/life balance. The ideal situation for a chef who wants a life outside of work as well. For the ideal candidate, there is the chance for progression within the company.

PACKAGE
Salary: £20,000-£22,000 per year | Work shifts: 40 hr week | 2 split shifts, 3 days | 2 consecutive days off

BENEFITS
Subsidised meals | Employee discount | Onsite parking | Flexible working hours | 28 days holiday including bank holidays