Carriage of Occasion

21/09/2024

Tell me spring is here…. Without telling me spring is here…

Sorry Trudy, they really don’t know how to help you 🤷‍♀️🤷‍♀️

18/09/2024

Not long til ‘Bear Hunts’ are on again!!

We will go over around and through Strathalbyn by horse drawn carriage, looking for bears, and marking them off the check list!

$195 for up to 10 people.

https://carriageofoccasion.rezdy.com/568867/horse-drawn-bear-hunt

18/09/2024

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We are devastated to hear this. Flo & Ada provide the most delightful food and drink for our high teas, so if you want to experience it, you’d best book in the next 2 months.

https://carriageofoccasion.rezdy.com/603131/horse-drawn-high-tea

Dear valued friends and guests of Flo & Ada Tearooms at Strathalbyn.

It is with humble gratitude and a heavy heart that we announce the closing of Flo & Ada Tearoom. This has been a very difficult and emotional decision, we are so sad to say goodbye, we will close our doors on:

SUNDAY 26th JANUARY 2025

However we are still open serving our Flo & Ada scones and cream and are taking bookings for High Teas up to this date.

We have decided it’s time to move on to the next life adventure, whatever that might be.

Of course, we give immeasurable thanks to everyone who has dined with us, whether you've been dining with us for years or have just now found us. We are grateful for your continued support and loyalty; you are the direct reason for our success as we are truly humbled and honored to have served you.

You trusted us with your most treasured events: birthday celebrations, first dates, marriage proposals, engagement parties, bridal showers, baby showers, children growing up, epic parties, celebrations of life, and many other events.

As much as we love Flo & Ada Tearoom and seeing you walk through our doors, this is a bittersweet choice and a most difficult decision, to say the least.
What an incredible journey it has been!

Once again, our deepest gratitude with our very best and sincerest wishes, we hope that you stay safe and take care of each other.

17/09/2024

😍 SvenStudios captured the love, excitement and passion of Chad and Violas wedding so amazingly. Truly brilliant to work with.

17/09/2024

We love supporting this fundraiser for SA Working SA Working Draught Horse Association

Would be great if you could join us!

It’s almost time for our overnight drive and camp out!

October 12/13, 2024. Bletchley SA. $150pp, fully catered.

Limited spaces available, contact details on the flyer for more information.

16/09/2024

It’s behind a pay wall 😭

But yay!! Go Angus and Henry 😍😍😍

In their first year competing in the show, Strathalbyn’s Carriage of Occasion has taken home two ‘mane’ awards – Champion Delivery Multiple Horses and Reserve Champion Multiple Horse Business Turn-out – at the Royal Adelaide Show. Shaye...

15/09/2024

Now that is one way to make an entrance to your wedding!

Congratulations Viola and Chad, for overcoming all of the challenges thrown at you, to have such a beautiful wedding at Angaston today ###

12/09/2024

It was Show Day at Eldercare Wayville today, there were clowns, sideshows and a Clydesdale!!

Henry loved all the smooches, carrots and pats. He was quite smitten with a very handsome lad he spotted in one of the windows 😂

I can’t use photos of the ressies due to privacy reasons, but I wish I could. The joy it brings them spending time with Henry is just beautiful. It prompts memories and stories. Today, one lady in the memory unit spent 5 minutes just brushing his shoulder and loving every second.

I love the care and enthusiasm of the Eldercare staff, making sure that everyone is involved.

11/09/2024

This weekend in Strathalbyn!

We be giving carriage rides on Saturday, Sunday we’ll have a static display (car rally going through town also).

Hope to see you there!

10/09/2024

Karen’s wish was to have her final journey by Clydesdale. Henry, Angus and I were honoured to oblige with Country Road Funerals

Sincere condolences to Karen’s family and friends.

08/09/2024

Days off are for running, and playing and dodging trees.

06/09/2024

Back at Royal Adelaide Show today, for the judging of Supreme Champion delivery (I actually don’t know the real name of the class 😅)

Henry and Angus were super duper! The rain had made the going heavy, so it was quite hard work for them, and they were quite tired- this lovely dray, and even the harness are significantly heavier than what they usually pull, not to mention the 4am starts) so they lacked a bit of sparkle.

Supreme went to the magnificent stallion, in the 2 wheeler vehicle- a very deserving winner!

05/09/2024

OMG!!

I didn’t think it could get better than yesterday.

Henry and Angus took out champion Pair of Delivery horses. They were spot on, in their workout, and talking to people all day. So incredibly proud of them 😍😍

Many thanks Glenquarry Clydesdale Stud, you guys are amazing!!!!

04/09/2024

Bucket list activity ticked off today!

I drove my beautiful boys in a pairs class at Royal Adelaide Show!!! They were amazing, taking 2nd place, and Reserve Champion!

Many thanks to Glenquarry Clydesdale Stud for believing in us, and keeping me on the straight and narrow. And also for presenting them so beautifully, and the use of all of the gear.

03/09/2024

Gorgeous day for some grazing in the sunshine. The wind has finally blown itself away.

These 2 gorgeous boys are heading back to the royal show tomorrow, to compete in the pairs class, we’ll be in the main arena about 12:30.

01/09/2024

These two 🙄🙄🙄

They will play this silly toothy war game for hours 🙄🙄🙄

31/08/2024

So pleased with these beautiful kids at the Royal Adelaide Show 2024 today.

5th and 6th in a big class, they were impeccably behaved for Emma and James who were leading them (I have a dodgy knee and can’t run).

Angus wasn’t loving the atmosphere, but chilled in the afternoon, Henry was just loving the carrots and pats.

We’ll be back there on Wednesday and Thursday to tackle the pairs harness classes.

30/08/2024

Last chance to secure this great price- special ends midnight tomorrow.

‘Horse Drawn High Tea’ for up to 6 people for $500. That’s less than $100 p.p! If you book and pay before the end of August, to travel by the end of this year.

Experience the timeless charm of Strathalbyn with our delightful horse-drawn, high tea carriage ride. Step back in time as our wonderful horses gracefully whisk you away on a picturesque journey through this historic town. As you revel in the serenity of our stunning town, indulge in the epitome of sophistication with our High Tea service.

Sip on your choice of exquisite tea as you savor delectable pastries, dainty sandwiches, and mouthwatering desserts, all carefully crafted for your pleasure. Whether it's a romantic rendezvous or a whimsical outing with friends, our horse-drawn High Tea carriage rides offer the perfect blend of luxury, history, and tranquility.

This special is not available to book online, please message us to secure your special price and your unforgettable Strathalbyn experience and let us transport you to a bygone era of elegance and charm.

29/08/2024

❤️❤️❤️ Angus ❤️❤️❤️

He is becoming quite the professional in final journeys. Here he is walking through Enfield Memorial Park, on the way back to the trailers, after delivering his important passenger.

25/08/2024

The forecast for our area today was for a light shower (before our wine tour started), and strong winds, so after a discussion with the couple who were booked in, we decided to go ahead.

Let’s just say the forecast wasn’t entirely accurate 😂😂😂🌧️🌧️🌧️

Amazingly though, the fronts were incredibly well timed. My couple waited in the pub for a shower to pass, while I harnessed up, then the sun came out and it was a beautiful sunny and pleasant drive out to Bleasdale Vineyards, with Calvin and the Victoria Carriage.

While our passengers explored Bleasdale in the warm and dry, a front came through and Calvin and I stood behind a building and stayed dry.

It was lovely on the way to Kimbolton Wines, but looking at the clouds, the BOM radar, and social posts, it was clear another front was coming. I unhitched Calvin, covered the carriage with towels and Calvin and I went and stood in a shed 😂😂😂

The rain cleared for us to rehitch, and we had our final stop at Bremerton Wines, with sunshine and a mild breeze.

So, for a day that left sooooo many big puddles on the road, my passengers stayed perfectly dry and warm in the cozy Victoria carriage, under a blanket, and had a lovely wine tour. And I’m very pleased Calvin has such a thick winter coat currently!

24/08/2024

The queues and views at Glows Murray Bridge are wonderful!

22/08/2024

Glorious morning in Strathalbyn, taking tourist information staff for a jaunt, explaining our different tours.

Bev from Flo & Ada came with me to talk up our horse drawn high teas, we also had bears hidden around town, and did some of our dark history loop.

Pop quiz- how many types of tour do we offer?

How many have you been on?

Many thanks Kelly from The Wistow on High for the video 🥰

21/08/2024

13 years ago was our biggest brush with fame - with our role of official transport for BBC personality Tim Wannacott, at Strathalbyn Antique Fair.

Lovely Calvin with a few less grey hairs then 😂😂😂

21/08/2024

Love❤️❤️💗💗💕💕

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20/08/2024

**Less than 10 days left to take advantage of our August Special**

‘Horse Drawn High Tea’ for up to 6 people for $500. That’s less than $100 p.p! If you book and pay before the end of August, to travel by the end of this year.

Experience the timeless charm of Strathalbyn with our delightful horse-drawn, high tea carriage ride. Step back in time as our wonderful horses gracefully whisk you away on a picturesque journey through this historic town. As you revel in the serenity of our stunning town, indulge in the epitome of sophistication with our High Tea service.

Sip on your choice of exquisite tea as you savor delectable pastries, dainty sandwiches, and mouthwatering desserts, all carefully crafted for your pleasure. Whether it's a romantic rendezvous or a whimsical outing with friends, our horse-drawn High Tea carriage rides offer the perfect blend of luxury, history, and tranquility.

This special is not available to book online, please message us to secure your special price and your unforgettable Strathalbyn experience and let us transport you to a bygone era of elegance and charm.

19/08/2024

Angus clearly enjoyed a roll in the mud last night….

Good luck grooming him today Sue 😂😂😂

18/08/2024

Beautiful day here in Strathalbyn, looking forward to giving carriage rides until 2.

You can find us in front of Robin Hood hotel

$10per person, children under 3 free.

17/08/2024

Antique fair never disappoints.

These hills victoriana ladies joined us for a ride today, after a walking tour with ‘Miss Penny’.

It was wonderful seeing so many people enjoying Strathalbyn, even with the less than ideal weather.

We’ll be out again tomorrow, 10:30-2, this time meeting passengers at Robin Hood Hotel, on High Street.