All ages and levels
Riding lessons
Group or private lessons with a UKCC Level 3 coach, on one of the yard’s horses. Ideal for a first try or a weekly habit.
£70 for 50 minutes
Book a lessonNo pony needed
Children ride the yard’s own well-schooled horses.
Lessons £70
For 50 minutes, group or private.
Holiday weeks
For under-15s, £60–£200 a week.
Come and look
Visitors welcome 7am–7pm — ring first.
Which option suits your child?
Under-15s
Pony club summer weekends
Fun summer weekends with riding and horse care alongside other young riders.
Ask for dates
Ask about datesUnder-15s, school holidays
Stable management week
A horse of their own for the week — feeding, mucking out, grooming, rugging and tack — with a riding lesson every day.
£60–£200 a week
Ask about a weekWhat to wear and bring
- A riding hatIt must meet current safety standards and fit properly. If your child doesn’t have one yet, say so when you book rather than buying in a hurry.
- Boots with a small heelA smooth sole and a small heel stop a foot slipping through the stirrup. Wellies and trainers aren’t suitable.
- Long trousersLeggings or jodhpurs are ideal. Jeans usually rub.
- GlovesThey help with grip on the reins more than people expect.
- Layers and a waterproofYards are outdoors and weather changes quickly.
- For longer daysA packed lunch, a water bottle and, in summer, sun cream.
The first lesson, step by step
Get in touch
Message, WhatsApp or ring Nikki. Mention your child’s age, any riding they’ve done, and anything that worries them.
Arrive in good time
A few minutes early means no rush — a calm start helps nervous riders.
Meet the horse
Your child meets the horse they’ll ride before getting on.
The lesson
First lessons are about balance, position and confidence, at your child’s own pace.
Afterwards
Ask Nikki how it went and what to work on next.
Staying safe around horses
A few simple habits that keep children — and horses — happy on the yard.
- Approach a horse from the side, where it can see you, and speak calmly.
- Never walk directly behind a horse.
- Walk, don’t run, and keep voices low around the stables.
- Keep fingers flat when offering a treat — and ask first.
- Close every gate you open.
- Please ask before bringing a dog to the yard.
Questions parents ask
Do we need our own pony?
No. Children ride one of the yard’s own horses. A well-schooled horse that already knows its job is often the quickest way to learn.
Is riding safe?
Riding always carries some risk, which is why the right hat, boots and a qualified coach matter. Nikki is a UKCC Level 3 accredited show jumping coach and the yard holds public and employers’ liability insurance.
Do we need insurance?
The yard’s insurance covers its own liability, not riders personally, so personal cover is recommended. Membership of the British Horse Society or the Pony Club includes insurance — worth a look.
What if my child is nervous?
Very common, and nothing to worry about. Lessons go at your child’s pace on calm, experienced horses. Tell Nikki beforehand so she knows.
What comes after lessons?
Many young riders go on to a stable management week, the Pony Club, or their first small show. Ask Nikki what would suit your child next.
New to the language of horses? Horse words explained · More answers on the questions page.
Ready to book, or just want a chat?
Nikki is happy to talk it through before you decide.