Riding Farm Equestrian Centre
Riding school
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Essential information
NEWS: New clients can download our special offer voucher for £5 off their first lesson!
Riding Farm is a BHS Approved Riding Establishment and our 2008 inspection saw us recognised as a centre of outstanding performance. Take a tour of our facilities
Our riding school is open from Tuesday to Sunday, with indoor and outdoor lessons taking place from early morning until late evening. Tuition is provided by our BHS trained instructors. We have horses and ponies suitable for adults and children of all abilities.If you're planning a social event for your colleagues or are looking for some creative team-building, a riding session at Riding Farm Equestrian Centre makes a great team activity. Find out more about corporate bookings at Riding Farm.
Our lessons
We offer private (for one rider), semi-private (for two riders) and group lessons, of either half an hour or one hour duration. We run our very own grading system for riding school and livery clients, and all clients must have a Graded Assessment as their first lesson at Riding Farm.
Depending on the grade that the rider has achieved, lessons can cover flatwork, jumping or a combination of both.
We are one of only a few UK riding schools to offer lessons for children under the age of four. Please contact us to find out more about our private lead rein lessons for three year olds.
Please see our lesson prices and booking terms. Our Riding Farm gift vouchers and clothing make ideal presents for riders of all ages!
Hacking
For riders who have passed a Riding Farm Hacking Assessment, we offer escorted private, semi-private and group hacks on our 80 acres of land.Cross country
Our cross country sessions run weekly from late spring into the autumn and are open to all riders who have achieved our Grade 5 standard and passed our Hacking Assessment.Show jumping
In addition to our standard private or group show jumping lessons, we also offer specialist show jumping lessons with Sally Gosling, who competes on the national show jumping circuit.Stable management
We provide stable management sessions on a private or group basis.Training for examinations
We offer riding lessons and training for BHS examinations with a BHSI instructor who visits Riding Farm once a week. Young riders can also take their Brownies 'Rider' badge with us!Please contact us for more information about any of our specialist lessons.
Essential information
Your first lesson
If you're visiting us for your first riding lesson, here are a few tips to help you come prepared.- We have riding hats available for you to borrow for your first five lessons. After that, please provide your own hat that meets current safety standards (BS EN 1384, PAS 015 or ASTM F 1163).
- Riders are requested to wear long trousers and a shoe or boot with a low, flat heel. Trainers, sandals or flip-flops are not allowed. We have a selection of riding boots that you can borrow for your lesson, but we can't guarantee to have your size available.
- Wear clothing that is suitable for the time of year and weather conditions on the day. Gloves are a good idea whatever time of the year you're riding. Your lesson might be outside so bring a coat if it's cold or raining. If you'd prefer to ride inside then please let us know at the time of booking. If you're going to be jumping then it's sensible to wear a long-sleeved top.
- Jewellery should be kept to a minimum and only stud earrings should be worn.
Lead rein lessons
We accept children from the age of three for riding lessons. Riders aged four and up can take part in private or group lead rein lessons. Each rider must be led by a parent or guardian for the duration of the lesson. Our youngest riders, aged 3, may only book onto private lead rein lessons and must be accompanied by two adults, one to lead and one to support the rider in the saddle.
Payment and booking terms
Please ensure you have read our payment and booking terms before attending your lesson.
