I'm Leanne Bainbridge, a farmer's daughter, born and bred in Teesdale!
I have qualifications in Agriculture (NVQ 3 - Livestock: Houghall College, Durham) and Animal Management (Nat. Award in Animal Management: Newton Rigg college, Penrith) and past jobs include working as a warden at the Otter Trust and at Farplace Animal Rescue as animal care supervisor.
I have worked on several different farms in the area on both a full time and part time/self-employed basis.
I've owned horses nearly all my life and have broken in and helped 'bring on' young horses.
Through work and college i've had various experience with exotic pets, birds and fish. I have a great interest in wildlife and have been involved in rehabilitation and release schemes including Otters, Weasels, Birds of Prey, Lapwings and Bats.
My qualifications and references are available to see to put your mind at ease!