ACTIVITIES FROM COMPLETE NOVICES TO EXPERIENCED RIDERS

From Complete Novices - To Experienced Riders
We have a carefully selected range of well cared for ponies and horses to provide the size, type and temperament of mount to suit any rider, from complete novices to experienced riders. Whatever your ability, we have a horse or pony that you will enjoy riding safely. All instructors are B.H.S qualified and all rides are accompanied by experienced leaders to help you enjoy the full pleasures of safely riding good horses in beautiful surroundings. Riding hats are provided and conform to British Standards requirements.

Beginners
Beginner riders (both adults and children) start off with half-hour private lessons while they get to grips with the basics and build their riding confidence.

Once riding independently off the lead rein (usually after 4-6 half-hour lessons) your instructor will recommend a suitable group.

Bridlepath Rides – Ideal for Tourists and Beginners
At Bridlewood we offer a trek along our very own Bridlepath alongside our woods, aimed at riders of different standards. You are escorted by our staff where they can lead if needed, or simply walk alongside for a bit of reassurance. This is a lovely walk and a great introduction to horse riding.

Beach Rides
Rides to the beach are for the more experienced rider who can control a horse at full gallop in the wide-open area. Generally speaking beach riders are not under fourteen years of age. Beach rides are subject to the times of the tides and should be booked at least 48 hours before you want to go.

Galloping through the waves on a beach is an experience never to be forgotten.

Hacks
1/2 hour, 1hour, 1 1/2 hour, 2 hour and beach rides cater for the more experienced riders, the pace of the ride is adjusted to suit their needs. Our location has access to superb hacking, both on the nearby hillside, over farm tracks and also via our private permissive bridlepath to Talacre beach offering 5 miles of golden sands with splendid views of the coastline and local scenery.

Disabled Riders
Are especially welcomed for quiet rides with very careful supervision by prior arrangement. We must be informed of any disability, medical condition or special needs at the time of booking. We have disabled toilet facilities and mounting ramps and are the official centre for the Deeside R.D.A Group.

Activity Bookings
Catering for team building within the workplace, Clubs and Associations and Birthday Parties. An interesting, informative, fun session comprising of caring for the horse, horse riding, team challenges and a BBQ, or snack.

TINY TOTS CLUB
Every Thursday from 4.30pm to 5.30pm. The aim of this club is to safely introduce children between the ages of 4 & 6 Years to ponies and riding. The Tiny Tots club will cost £15.00 and last for 1 hour as we fund young children are likely to become distracted beyond this time and we do intend to make it as enjoyable as possible. As well as riding, they will learn how to safely approach, groom and work around a pony. They can also work towards Pony Club mini badges, such as Grooming, Tacking up badges. We will only take a maximum of 6 children at a time in the Tiny Tots Club to ensure they have adequate supervision. Book in your child soon as there will be limited availability. They can of course go on to take riding lessons with us or join The Pony Club. Tiny Tots is currently available on Thursday evenings but we will extend this to weekends if demand is sufficient. Just to remind you Tiny Tots and Pony Club members receive discounts on riding wear and other activities such as theme days and pony parties.

Weekday Pony Club
For the weekly rider, 2 hours of fun, learning not only how to ride a pony but also how to care for him. Working towards certificates and achievement awards.

Sessions are held on Friday evenings 4.30 to 6.30pm.

Saturday Pony Club
For children from 5 yrs upwards. 1.00pm to 5.00pm every Saturday (£17.50). We are a registered Pony Club Centre.

Children can work towards certificates & achievement awards & badges and have fun while learning how to care for their ponies.

Also during School holidays we have Shows and other activitie

Ladies Morning Rides
Enjoy a relaxing and informal morning of horse care and a riding lesson, and then finish the morning with coffee and light refreshments in the company of like minded people in a relaxing environment.

Riding will exercise and strengthen all muscles, and ligaments. It will also improve your posture.

“An hour's horse riding is the same as a good jog or game of tennis, and can use 220 calories per hour”

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