Ingleside Stud is owned and run by  Ineke, Korrie and Helen Kuiper.

The stud is located near Bredbo, in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales, Australia, conveniently just an hour from Canberra Airport along the Monaro Highway.

Korrie and Helen first fell in love with horses in the 1970s after trail riding with friends. They promptly bought themselves a riding horse and ponies for their two girls Sjaan and Ineke.

After 15 years of owning light horses, Korrie decided he would like to have a draught horse “because they looked relaxing to have in the paddock”, and purchased his first Shire soon after (1990).

Ineke driving a team of 3 in 1992, aged 14

Ineke became interested in the draught horses in her early teens and started showing in breed, driving and harness classes with Shires and Clydesdales. Mares were bred to stallions, foals were produced, and Ingleside Stud was born. You can read more about our showing history here.

With the interest and enthusiasm of the whole family, the stud soon grew.

Ineke lived in England for two years and spent much time visiting Shire studs and attending shows. Aside from making great friends and gaining extensive knowledge and experience with Shires, she also found Ingleside’s first imported stallion, Oakridge Speculator, who we purchased and brought back to Australia. We have since imported another two stallions from England who are used in our breeding program.

Ingleside is now Australia’s largest Shire stud, with an impressive show and breeding record.

We are actively involved in the Shire Horse Society of Australia with all our horses registered in the Australian Shire Horse Stud Book. We encourage all new owners and enthusiasts to join to SHSA to take advantage of their friendly community and excellent resources.