About

David Andrews - Company Director

As well as representing Great Britain on many occasions during his showjumping career, David has also trained British and Spanish riders to international level. David grew up with racehorses; his father Stuart was a racehorse trainer; and rode under rules as a jockey.

David’s wife, Julie is from a very well known equestrian family. Her achievements include winning Team Silver, Individual Silver and Bronze at European level, together with being an Under 21 Champion at the age of 16. She has represented Great Britain on numerous Nations Cup Teams and is now a BSJA accredited coach. Julie’s sister, Gillian, has won Team and Individual Gold at the Pony and the Under 21 Europeans, as well as the Queen Elizabeth Cup. Their father, Johnny Greenwood has a prolific list of showjumping achievements, has represented Great Britain on countless Nations Cup Teams and is still competing and producing young horses.

Simon Bowen - Company Director

Simon, coming from a well-renowned and respected equestrian background, has competed at the highest level and has won several major competitions including the RIHS 138 Championship.

Simon’s sister, Sarah, has won many prestigious showjumping titles including Leading Junior Show Jumper of the Year, European Pony and Under 21 silver medalist, National Ladies Champion and Leading Young Rider of Great Britain. Their father, David, has won the King George Cup, been four times winner of the Hickstead Speed Derby, a member of the 1984 silver medal winning British Team at the Los Angeles Olympics, as well as having represented Great Britain on numerous Nations Cup teams.

Stuart Nelson - General Manager

Stuart, having learnt to ride in Germany, has successfully competed in Britain at National level in dressage, eventing and showjumping. Prior to joining Andrews Bowen Limited, Stuart managed an auspicious international competition venue.

Colin Way - UK Sales Director

A seasoned equestrian all-rounder, Colin has worked and successfully competed across a range of disciplines. He has trained, produced and taught, as well as built and managed equestrian facilities, before arriving at Andrews Bowen.

His expertise covers time spent competing at affiliated showjumping and dressage, county-level showing, riding with various hunts and senior positions within the racing industry, including head lad at Jack Berry’s yard.

As a British Showjumping and cross country course designer he is highly experienced in detailed design to help manage the challenges owners, riders and trainers face in the day to day running of their yards.

Testimonials

The horses & I absolutely adore our Andrews Bowen Propell surfaces at home. Helping me to enjoy training knowing the horses are experiencing maximum comfort whilst jumping.

We all can’t recommend Andrews Bowen enough!

Chloe LeMieux

“One horse we train we were seriously considering retiring due to lameness issues as a youngster. She doesn’t have the best joints. If not for this Propell surface we wouldn’t be where we are with her now – she’s working at Medium and she’s out competing tonight at Elementary and Freestyle in the regional finals. This surface has given her – well all the horses – the right support and the bonus is it doesn’t freeze.”

Charlie & Abi Hutton

“The surface at HOYS was very consistent everywhere and the horses jumped very well off it. No complaints from me and I am full of admiration for the way a potentially very difficult process is made to look so effortless. Taking a car park to a world class arena in one day is no mean feat!”

Shane Breen

“Railed with Duralock Fencing and the Andrews Bowen Canter Track Surface, our gallop provides perfect conditions in all sorts of weather for schooling both young and older horses. The ability to allow long, steady, continuous work is particularly effective with horses who may struggle to come up the gallop and has been a significant addition to our training facilities.”

Charlie Longsdon Racing

“Somerford Park Farm has been a long established and leading equestrian venue with exceedingly high standards therefore our decision to engage Andrews Bowen as surface provider was not taken lightly as the high demand and varied use for the surface meant it had to deliver on its quality and sustainability. We are thrilled both with the surface and dealings with Andrews Bowen as a company they have been professional and understanding of the demands required of the surface.”

Millie King – Somerford Park Farm

“Thank you for our amazing Andrews Bowen arena, it is the only surface I could recommend and the ProGrade keeps the surface perfect to ride on. My horses are so much more confident and consistent with their work than ever before. Totally recommend.”

Hamish Tracy Disbrowe

“It was -12 today and yet we were still able to ride on my arena. Thank you, Andrews Bowen and team for the help and support in the build.”

Amanda Batey

“First class customer service, I’m absolutely delighted with my Propell surface. The arena grader is a high-quality piece of equipment and makes a fantastic job. I would highly recommend Andrews Bowen.”

Mandy Stewart

“With the challenges of running a commercial equestrian centre & the volume of horse footfall we have through our gates; our surfaces need to be exceptional – our Andrews Bowen surfaces have stood testament to this. Andrews Bowen’s after care service has been extremely impressive.”

David Sheerin, General Manager of Wellington Riding

“We are delighted with our fabulous new Andrews Bowen Arena. The surface rides superbly. I can feel a real difference in the horses’ way of going. I could not be happier with it. Thank you to all the team at Andrews Bowen.”