A STABLES that has provided continuous equestrian use since the Second World War could become an Asset of Community Value.

This designation would give the community the right to band together for up to six months to try and buy the land, should it be listed for sale.

An application has now been submitted for the Manor Park Paddocks and Stables, found between Hackthorne Road and Netheravon Road.

The nomination form said that despite the “bountiful” number of bridleways in the area, there are few stabling options for residents not in the military.

“Manor Park Paddocks and Stables offers the only stabling in Durrington village, and realistically the only viable option in the immediate vicinity,” it said.

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“The stables and paddocks are therefore an attractive and unique selling point for those moving to Durrington, with many residents having learnt to ride at the stables or have bought houses in the village so they can keep their horses within walking distance of their home.

“This gives the stables a community feel, even though the ongoing threat of closure has made the stables seem a less reliable option for long term stabling.

“Local residents have often sought alternative less convenient stabling to provide certainty, although the stables remain a viable concern with four tenants currently in place from Durrington and neighbouring villages even on short-term notice contracts.”

40 people put their names on the application form.

To view it in full and to find out more, visit the planning section of Wiltshire Council’s website and search reference ACV/2025/00013.

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