Prices
Price List
Half Hour Lead Rein – £25
Half Hour Child Private (6 – 17 years old) – £35
Half Hour Child Semi-Private – £30
Half Hour Adult Semi-Private – £35
Half Hour Adult Private (18 years old+) – £40
Walk In The Park (Half Hour Ride):
1 Person – £35
2 or more People – £30 each
Hat Hire – £2
Riders Registration
All riders must complete a ‘Rider Registration Form’ / ‘Code of Conduct Form’
To save time please use the Submit Form using button below.
Or you can download & print the PDF form, complete all details and bring it with you.
Lessons
Lead Rein – This is the first lesson that we offer to children. It is a basic lesson that takes place in the school or park in which we ask a parent or a suitable person to lead. This gives the child confidence and a chance to get used to being on the horse and work on their balance and position. You will be in control of the horse for the first few sessions. Once they can rise out of the saddle and balance without hanging on to their reins they can move on to a 1/2 hr private lesson to brush up and really get used to controlling the pony on their own or have a few lunge lessons.
1/2 hr private – This is the lesson most adults will start with but is also suitable for children. For complete beginners it will consist of a lunge lesson (see below). More advanced riders will work on improving their position and the horse they are riding. Although in a short time, you should be able to go for a hack in the park. Once you build up your stamina you have the option of a 1 hr private. For more fun we also have 1 hr group lessons.
Lunge lessons – This is almost like a lead rein lesson but is also suitable for adults. Your instructor will have most of the control allowing you to concentrate on your position. It is not just for beginners, it is useful for all levels of rider. It would be done in a 1/2 hr private or can be done as part of an 1 hr private.
1 hr private – This would not be suitable for the first few lessons but is great once you can ride independently and are ready for more challenges or simply longer to work with. It also allows you to get all the way around Stockley Country Park. Alternatively you can do a bit of both in your hour. Also see 1 hr group lessons.
1 hr group lessons – If there is space available in a suitable group we would encourage you to move to these lessons. They are more fun and give you the valuable experience of riding with others. To be a group there must be 4 or more people in the lesson, if for any reason there are less the lesson will be charged as a semi private or private lesson or the lesson time can be reduced so the amount wont change.
Semi private – If you have someone else at almost the same level, you can have a lesson together. You have the option of 1/2 hr or 1 hr sessions. We do not arrange this but it is an option should you have someone in mind.
Walk in the park – If you’re looking for a more laid back approach to riding, we offer 1/2 hour walks in the park. This can be for any age and ability for anyone over the age of 4 years and also for groups of different abilities. This will give you time to enjoy our scenic bridle paths, to take photos, relax and get comfortable with being on a horse before taking lessons if you wish.
* Before riding independently in the park unless a regular client, an assessment session must take place. It can be a 1/2 hr private or for the first 15 mins of an hour lesson. As long as we are completely confident in your safety you can then ride in the park with one of our escorts.
Bookings
Simply call: 01895 446 256
to make a booking.
Once you decide on having a lesson just pick up the phone and give us a call or pop down to see us.
Please have ready . . . Credit/debit card details as your lesson MUST be paid for before hand. Some potential days and times, your height and weight, any riding history (please be modest) and contact details.
Please note we work on a ‘Pay In Advance System’ so when you come for your lesson, if you would like to book again you will need to pay for it when booking.
All lessons, activities & payments in advance are non-refundable.
Cancellations
For cancellations 48 hours notice MUST be given. If this is not given the full lesson amount will be charged regardless of reason for cancelling, as the lesson can not be refilled.
You can notify us of cancellations in person or by telephoning: 01895 446256 (if it is not within our opening hours please leave us a message).
Your First Visit
Once you have booked your first lesson, (see Bookings/Cancellation ), you need to make sure you have suitable footwear which is a boot with a slight heel, wellies, trainers and flat soles are not permitted.
We can provide the safety helmets for you but we recommend you purchase your own from our Tack Shop. With clothing make sure your arms and legs are covered, however anything with seams especially jeans, can rub. You will also get a 10% discount in our Tack Shop once you have ridden with us!
When you arrive for your lesson please come to the Riding School office. We will get you to fill out a client detail form and fit your hat. Once you and your horse are ready you will be assisted whilst getting on and have all safety and comfort checks done. This is part of your lesson as safety is the most important thing when riding. You will then meet your instructor and get started. Once your lesson is over you can rebook for your next lesson.
If you need to cancel please see Cancellation information on this page.