CAUNTON RIDERS
LIZZIE BAUGH
Lizzie is a 5* event rider based in Caunton, Nottinghamshire. Lizzie studied for an Equine Sports Science degree at Nottingham Trent University, where she then stayed on to complete a Masters degree in Equine Performance alongside building up a business and a team of horses.
Lizzie was a member of Nottingham Trent University's Equestrian team and represented them at the BUCS National Championships in 2018, winning both the team and individual competition to become BUCS National Champion. Lizzie went on to represent the GB Student Rider team at a Nations Cup competition in Germany in 2018.
Lizzie also helps with the producing and selling of the homebred horses, one of which she has produced up to 5* level. B Exclusive has been incredibly successful, winning the 4*S at Chatsworth in 2023, 6th Bramham 4*L 2023 and 6th Blenheim 4*L 2022. He stepped up to 5* level in 2024. Lizzie now has a growing string of horses coming up through the levels and has enjoyed success on a world stage, finishing 5th at Le Lion D'angers in the 7 year old World Championships in 2024 with Calida Spice.
GEORGE BARTLETT
George has been based at the Caunton Stud for over ten years and is responsible for the backing, breaking and production of all Caunton horses and stallions. George made his debut at 2* level in 2022 after only making his first appearance in any competition arena in 2021. Exactly one year later in 2023, George finished in 3rd place in his first 3* on board Conpierre at Blair Castle International Horse Trials and has learned his trade here at Caunton Stud.
In his early years George pursued a professional gymnastic career and also attended Leeds University, working for the stud still on a part time basis until finishing his studies.
George hopes to climb through the levels of eventing over the next few years as well as continuing to produce some future superstars along the way. In 2025 he made his 4*L debut in Ballindenisk on board Caunton First Class.