Canterbury Farm

Canterbury Farm maintains a horse show schedule on a local, regional and national level that is created with their customer’s competitive goals in mind. For over 35 years, Greg Franklin has ridden hunters and jumpers to numerous championships nationally and has brought home many Zone 5 Horse of the Year awards. Franklin has qualified horses and riders for the Pennsylvania National, Washington International and the National Horse Shows including the Medal and Maclay Finals. He has also shown internationally at Spruce Meadows in the 1.40 and 1.45 divisions and is a certified trainer with USHJA. Additionally, Franklin has his ‘R’ in Hunters, Hunter Seat Equitation, and Jumpers and judges throughout the country.

Born and raised in Sheffield, Massachusetts, Caitlyn Shiels began riding at the age of 8. A highlight of Caitlyn’s career as an emerging talent includes being a double gold medalist in both the team and individual NAYRC In 2004. After achieving this success, Caitlyn apprenticed under such professionals as Andre Dignelli, Mclain Ward, Ken Smith and Kate Stoffel-Oliver to name a few. She joined the Canterbury team in 2013, almost immediately after becoming a part of the team, Caitlyn and Greg began enjoying great success with multiple championships at major shows including Spring Spectacular, Horse Shows by the Bay, Traders Point Charity Horse Show, and Kentucky. Their partnership is an excellent balance of training both on the horse and from the ground.

With qualified trainers, attention to detail, and a caring staff, Canterbury Farm is committed to excellence in horsemanship, and to giving all of their riders a great experience in the show ring.

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Mar022016

Canterbury Farm Kicks Off 2016 Show Season with Top Ribbons in Florida

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Hampshire, IL – March 2, 2016 – Canterbury Farm, of Hampshire, IL, is currently in the midst of ten weeks of competition at the 2016 HITS Ocala Winter Circuit. The team, led by trainers Greg Franklin and Caitlyn Shiels, has already received many top ribbons throughout the first six weeks of competition, and looks forward to continuing their success through the second half of the tour in Ocala, FL, through its conclusion on March 27. Owned by the Franklin Family, Canterbury Farm is a family-owned and operated hunter/jumper training facility based in Hampshire, IL. For more than 30...

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Oct192015

Caitlyn Shiels Leads Canterbury Farm to Top Prizes Nationwide

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For Immediate Release Hampshire, IL - October 19, 2015 – Canterbury Farm, of Hampshire, IL, has become one of the top hunter/jumper facilities in the country thanks to its combination of leading professionals and a dedication to exceptional services and personalized training and care for its horses and riders. Canterbury has had top ribbons at shows across the country in recent weeks, and head trainer Greg Franklin recently officiated as a judge at the WIHS Regional Horse Show on October 16-18. Owned and operated by the Franklin family, Canterbury Farm has been nationally renowned in...

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Aug202015

Canterbury Farm Extends Sponsorship to Major National Events

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Hampshire, IL – August 20, 2015 – Canterbury Farm is pleased to announce its sponsorship of several upcoming equestrian events as competition around the country heats up moving into the fall season. Canterbury Farm has extended its support to the Chicago Hunter Derby, the Capital Challenge Horse Show, and the Illinois Hunter and Jumper Association Year-End Finals. Owned and operated by the Franklin family, Canterbury Farm is a nationally renowned hunter/jumper training facility based in Hampshire, IL. For more than 30 years, Canterbury Farm has dedicated itself to providing exceptional...

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