The Team

UPEC is a small, friendly, family-run business that takes pride in running a safe, relaxed and professional yard. We know that choosing the best place for your horse is a difficult decision to make. We will be delighted to answer any questions you may have to help you know in your heart you have made the right choice.

You are invited to visit us, telephone, or send an email. Upton Pyne Equestrian Centre, Seychelles Farm, Upton Pyne, Exeter EX5 5HY 07841 644311 01392 851931 liveries@upec.co.uk

The three-strong team members all have excellent credentials. They are; Ellie Wass, Stewart Wass and Kate Wass.

Ellie Wass "I started riding at the age of 12 when my family moved to the Peak District. We had a small-holding and I helped with the running of the stables. I competed in local shows and was also a member of Tameside pony club. I graduated in Equine Business Management. As part of the course, I spent a year in Australia working on racing and dressage yards. When I finished the course I worked on competition yards and had the opportunity to compete young horses. On one of the yards I also trained with Yoge Briesner. After all this experience, I have taken the good points, learned from the bad points and created a yard that is friendly, but is run to a very high standard."
Stewart Wass "I took early retirement from the Met Office to face a new challenge. For part of my career I was attached to the Agricultural Development & Advisory Service and learned the theory of grassland management. I put this into practice when I built up a livery yard in the Peak District. At the same time I was District Commissioner for the local Pony Club. I'm now responsible for the business management and maintenance at UPEC. Being a direct descendant of the Vikings I’m a natural seafarer and horseman!"
Kate Wass "I trained as a legal secretary and receptionist hence the excellent telephone manner! I was also secretary to Tameside & District Pony Club while living in the Peak District. I now look after the UPEC accounts and administration."