Experiences - Horses & Horseriding

Introduction to Horse Riding with Lunch (from Activity Superstore)
Take a relaxing journey on horse back amongst some beautiful scenery in the English countryside. Whether you're a novice or an experienced rider, this horse riding experience can be enjoyed by everyone. Your half day horse riding experience begins with a short safety briefing from your instructor. You will then be shown how to groom and prepare a horse before you undertake a half hour's riding lesson to get you comfortable on a horse and understand the basics of riding as well as prepare you for a longer one and half hour's hack. This hack will be mainly across open undulating hills and fields with views across the countryside. Depending on location, you will have lunch at either a local pub, or you'll have a delicious Chicken and Steak BBQ at the stables. Back at the stables you will unsaddle and feed your horse before departing. Please note the programme of events varies at each location.... see more details and buy online
Half Day Western Horse Ride with BBQ (from Activity Superstore)
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned rider, young or old, you will be taken horse riding in a Western saddle over ancient New Forest enclosures and plains. Enjoy the beauty of the New Forest as the sun sets. In the cool of the evening you will ride the range, meandering through the stunning scenery of grasslands and heaths where the ponies roam free, and on into the woods, home to fox, badger and the many herds of wild deer. On this experience you'll be riding in a Western saddle. Western saddles are mainly used for western riding, for working horses throughout the United States and they're the choice of saddle for cowboys. They are designed to provide security and comfort for all riders on long journeys, especially over rugged terrain. Western saddles are extremely comfortable and great if you've never ridden before. Your experience commences with a short 10 minute lesson in the arena to assess your ability and ensure you can stop and steer your horse before you ride out. All trails are mixed ability and are conducted at walk and jog paces only. You round off your experience with a sizzling steak and chicken barbecue around the campfire, which will be welcome, as you will have worked up an appetite from your ride!... see more details and buy online
Half Day Western Horse Ride with Lunch for Two (from Activity Superstore)
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned rider, young or old, you will be taken Horse Riding over 94,000 acres of ancient New Forest enclosures and plains. On this experience you'll be riding in a Western saddle. Western saddles are mainly used for western riding, for working horses throughout the United States and they're the choice of saddle for cowboys. They are designed to provide security and comfort for all riders on long journeys, especially over rugged terrain. These rides are more relaxed and more secure for all riders especially beginners. All trails are mixed ability and are conducted at walk and jog paces only. Enjoy the beauty of the New Forest as the sun sets. In the cool of the evening you will ride the range, meandering across the stunning scenery of grasslands and heaths where the ponies roam free, and on into the woods, home to foxes, badgers and the many herds of wild deer. You will then come back to a sizzling steak & chicken barbecue around the campfire.... see more details and buy online
Half Day Western Riding Experience for Kids (from Activity Superstore)
Join Boston, Gypsy and friends on a Wild West experience for would be 'Cowkids'. On this experience you'll be riding in a Western saddle. Western saddles are mainly used for western riding, for working horses throughout the United States and they're the choice of saddle for cowboys. They are designed to provide security and comfort for all riders on long journeys, especially over rugged terrain. Leap up on your trusty steed for your first western riding lesson, then try your hand at lassoing the cow horns. Finally, tuck into a tasty meal of Ranch Burger and Beans. Participants will spend around 1 and a half hours with the ponies, and around 1 hour actually riding them, Western-style, in an arena. Complimentary soft drinks, tea and coffee are available throughout the experience. Mums and dads are welcome to watch.... see more details and buy online
Teens Western Adventure Day (from Activity Superstore)
Take part in this fantastic Western Adventure Day, as you learn about the western-style of riding and help to prepare the horses for a day trailing the New Forest. Your working day starts at 9am with a coffee, a bacon sarny and an introduction by the Trail Leaders. The first task of the day is grooming and getting to know your horse. You'll be shown how to fit headcollars and how to 'lead' and 'rack up' on the yard. Finish by tacking up your horse before stopping for a quick coffee break. After coffee it's time to mosey down to one of the arenas for a western riding lesson, where you'll be taught the basics of western-style. Lunchtime is for horses and riders alike, so after ensuring that your mount has hay and water, it's time to sit down to a sizzling 'Chicken and Steak' BBQ lunch. After lunch set off to ride into the wide blue yonder on a Western Trail into the new Forest. Beginners are welcome on all western rides since only gentle paces are used. The trail takes you across the plains where you will ride amongst the free roaming wild forest ponies, foals and cattle, and then on into several of the forest enclosures where, with a bit of luck, you may catch a glimpse of the Forest Deer or one of the other inhabitants of the woods. Finally the day winds up back at the ranch where the horses need untacking and a good rub down before hay and feeds. That done, you get the chance to sit down with plenty of hot coffee and a doughnut or you can help turn the horses back out into their fields for a good roll and a play before they settle down to munch the grass.... see more details and buy online
Kids Introduction to Horse Riding (from Activity Superstore)
Spend a morning learning to ride set amongst the beauty of the New Forest. Your half day experience includes a beginners riding lesson before you set out for an hour and a half ride across the grassland and heaths, riding amongst the wild forest ponies, and on into the woods, home to fox, badger and the many herds of wild deer. The New Forest was the hunting ground of Kings as far back as William the Conqueror and the best way to explore its plains and enclosures is still on horseback. Back at the stables a Chicken and Steak BBQ with plenty of hot coffee awaits, and a chance to look back on a morning spent riding in the ancient woodlands of the New Forest.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding with Lunch (from Activity Superstore)
Horse riding is a very fulfilling sport and the perfect way to enjoy these beautiful animals. Horses were originally the animal of choice for heavy duty work on farms but now they are ridden for pleasure in many countries throughout the world. To begin your experience you will meet and register with your instructor. You will commence with a short lesson within the riding school's grounds so the instructor can assess your abilities and place everyone in suitable groups. Next you'll either continue your lesson within the grounds or go out on a hack in beautiful British scenery. In total you will spend three hours riding which is sure to work up an appetite for your lunch, which you will enjoy either at the stables or at a local pub, depending on the location. Due to the amount of riding this experience is generally more suitable for riders with some experience, but some locations do take novices. Please check on booking. Please note that horses are happy to go out in all weathers and rides will only be cancelled in severe weather conditions.... see more details and buy online
Two Night Horse Riding Break for Two (from Great Days Out)
Forget about the hustle and bustle of everyday life and unwind with this fantastic short break in the beautiful Irish countryside. On horseback take in moorland, forest, meadow, streams and river before settling down to a delicious picnic against the stunning backdrop of the MacGillycuddy's Reeks.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding and a Picnic (from Red Letter Days)
You'll love this riding experience. The centre is set in grounds of 20 acres at the foot of Epsom Downs and has developed to become a top training and examination centre for the British Horse Society Assistant Instructor exams. Start with coffee and biscuits while you register and receive a safety talk. Choose lunch from the menu, which will be pre-ordered before the fun begins as you get to know your horse and the instructors assesses your skills in the arena. You will then ride to the beautiful area of Headley, where you will stop for your picnic before riding back to the stables.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding and a Picnic (from Red Letter Days)
You'll love this riding experience. The centre is set in grounds of 20 acres at the foot of Epsom Downs and has developed to become a top training and examination centre for the British Horse Society Assistant Instructor exams. Start with coffee and biscuits while you register and receive a safety talk. Choose lunch from the menu, which will be pre-ordered before the fun begins as you get to know your horse and the instructors assesses your skills in the arena. You will then ride to the beautiful area of Headley, where you will stop for your picnic before riding back to the stables.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding in Bedfordshire (from Red Letter Days)
Enjoy a day of riding in the picturescque English countryside, perfect for experienced riders. Your day will begin with a safety briefing followed by you preparing and tacking up your horse for the day. After a brief lesson with your instructor to asses your ability, take a delightful hack across the beautiful bridleways of Chiltern Hills, mainly open and undulating fields, where you can enjoy views across Bedfordshire and historic Icknield. You will stop for a lunch at a village pub before riding back to the stables for the untacking and resting of the horses.... see more details and buy online
Introduction to Horse Riding in Bedfordshire (from Red Letter Days)
Enjoy a wonderful day at the stables learning to ride a horse. Perfect for novices, your day begins with a briefing instructing you how to groom and prepare the horse for a hack. Then move onto a lesson to help you become comfortable on your horse and understand the basics of riding. Once you are ready, it's time for you and your chosen mount to go out for a hack across the beautiful bridleways of Chiltern Hills. After a light lunch, head back to the stables to untack and rest the horses.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding in the Country (from Red Letter Days)
Whether a novice or an experienced rider, you'll love this riding day. Staff always appreciate an early arrival so you can get registered and help make sure the experience begins promptly and runs to time. Start with a half hour to one hour lesson within the grounds of the riding school, during which your instructor will assess your abilities to plan your next activity. Then continue with your lesson in the grounds or go out on a hack (including walk and trot) in lovely countryside or woodland. On your first visit, cantering is not allowed outside the arenas. You'll have three hours riding the hack, taking place before and after a typical stable hands lunch of lasagne and salad with everyone around the big table in the farmhouse.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding in the Country for Two (from Red Letter Days)
Whether a novice or an experienced rider, you'll love this riding day. Staff always appreciate an early arrival so that you can get registered and help make sure the experience begins promptly and runs to time. Start with a half hour to one hour lesson within the grounds of the riding school, during which your instructor will assess your abilities to plan your next activity. Then continue with your lesson in the grounds or go out on a hack (including walk and trot) in lovely countryside or woodland. On your first visit, cantering is not allowed outside the arenas. You'll have three hours riding the hack, taking place before and after a typical stablehands lunch of lasagne and salad with everyone around the big table in the farmhouse.... see more details and buy online
Western Horse Riding Experience (from Red Letter Days)
Spend a day in the shoes of a cowboy (or cowgirl) with this exciting day out in the New Forest. You'll begin with an introductory briefing from your ranch hand while enjoying coffee and bacon rolls, before you head up to the field to meet your horse. After learning how to groom and tack your horse, you'll have a Western riding lesson in the arena - this is easier to grasp than the traditional English riding style and a lot more comfortable too! After a barbeque lunch you'll put your skills into practice by riding a Western trail into the forest. Your experience concludes back at the ranch where you'll untack, rub down and feed your horse before enjoying a well-earned coffee.... see more details and buy online
Western Horse Riding Experience for Two (from Red Letter Days)
Saddle up for a true taste of Western life with this fun day out with The Burley-Villa School of Riding. After a full briefing and refreshments of coffee and bacon rolls, you'll head to the field to meet and catch the horse you'dd be riding. You'll then groom and tack your horse Western style before a riding lesson in the arena - Western riding is easier to pick up than the traditional English style and a lot more comfortable. After stopping for a barbeque lunch, head out into the forest on a Western trail to put your newfound skills into practice, before returning to the ranch to untack, rub down and feed your horse. The day will conclude with a well- earned coffee.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding - Full Day Trails (from Great Days Out)
Discover the sense of peace and fulfillment that comes from riding a horse. If you've only ever ridden a horse for a short period, it's the perfect way to improve your skills - or if you're an old hand it's a wonderful day out. A large variety of horses and ponies, carefully selected to suit each and every customer's ability, are to be found at each stable. Among them the famous Irish Draught, Irish Hunter and Connemara breeds, along with half-breeds and thoroughbreds.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding for Two (from Great Days Out)
Enjoy a lovely, one hour horse ride for two nestled on an island in Cork Harbour. This experience offers you tranquility in a rural setting, while just a short drive from the city.... see more details and buy online
Horse Riding on the Beach (from Great Days Out)
Enjoy the fresh air and scenic beauty of County Cork in this relaxing horse trail along the beach.... see more details and buy online

UK-wide Experience Gifts by Category

Half Day Western Horse Ride with BBQ
from Activity Superstore

Teens Western Adventure Day
from Activity Superstore

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