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We have a
large selection of horses and ponies, and take pride in our
ability to provide suitable mounts for needs as diverse as a
young child who is experiencing horse riding for the first
time, through to those who have owned their own horse - and
of course all those in between!
What ever
the destination of each ride, we all hack gently down the
country lanes together – enabling groups of families and
friends to spent at least part of the ride together. En-route
the staff (many of which are the Owen family) are spread
through the ride. This makes it possible for us to teach and help you
and offer tips and reminders to those who have may be ridden
before, enabling you to have a more enjoyable experience.
When we reach either the beach or woodland we split up into
many smaller groups of abilities i.e. walkers, trotters,
rusty canterers and so on. We try our hardest to make sure
every body gets to ride to their perceived ability.
Novice
riders are most suited to either the steady walk and trot 1
hour ride to the woodland or both of the 1.5 hours rides.
The 1.5
hours rides are our most popular because we can accommodate
all abilities. The 1.5 hour beach ride goes to Druidstone
Haven - this peaceful and visually dramatic beach is
situated just over a mile from the Stables, Druidstone is
nationally renowned for it’s geological features and the
‘Telly Tubby House’ (you will only understand what
this means by
coming and seeing!). When the tide is right out there can be
up to a mile of sand and we are able to ride on it all year
round.
When the
tide is in the, 1 and 1.5 hours rides head to our 35 acre
private valley. This is a sheltered, peaceful area where
foxes, badgers, rabbits and pheasants roam freely and
sometimes may be spotted. We are lucky enough to have a pair
of buzzards nesting high up on the valley sides, and it is
not unknown for the rides to follow these stunning birds as
they glide through the leafy glades and passages. Over the
years we have carved paths following the contours of the
valley, making it possible to take many different routes and
tracks. Some of these cater for the more experienced rider
by having small cross-country jumps while the other paths
may be taken at a more relaxed pace.
The route
for most 2.5 hours rides will take in Druidstone Haven, the
wooded valley and the coastal track which takes you through
lush pastureland overlooking the inlets of Nolton and
Druidston - giving a bird’s eye view over St.Bride's Bay.
Out of high season we are able to ride on the beaches of Newgale
and Broad Haven, these awe inspiring beaches offer up to 2
miles of sand when the tide is at is lowest. As well as
riding over our own land, when the tides are in we can take
a trip out along local bridle paths and common land. These
rides are fascinating and offer an impressive alternative to
our own coastal scenery.
We are also
able to arrange lessons in our indoor school – this does
depend on the time of year.
Day visitors
can pop in to the stables or ring in advance to book onto
our daily 1, 1.5 or 2.5 hours rides. Those who are staying
with us, or in one of the villages self-catering cottages,
have only a short walk to confirm their wishes. Our stables
are fully certified and accredited and we are a Visit Wales
Certified Activity Centre and members of the Wales Trekking
and Riding Association.
Ride Times:
Morning - 9.45 - 1 hr
& 2.5 hrs, 11.00 - 1.5hrs
Afternoon - 2.00
1 hr
& 2.5 hrs, 3.30 - 1.5 hrs
These times are a guide and
are subject to change according to the tide.
See the Packages section to
book a riding holiday, or Contact us to arrange a riding
holiday to suit your needs. Please
click link below to watch beach riding clip:
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=73X7NbCuQwU
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