Frequently Asked Questions

Please call: 07876 243 291 to Book an assessment time with us. This is necessary in order to get you matched with the correct Pony/Horse and Book you into the right Class, depending on your ability. We will ensure your horse or pony is tacked up and ready to go.  
 

Our current weight limit is 13 stone or 82.5kg (including hat and boots) and we adjust that according to the horses we have in work. Each horse has it’s own individual weight limit. 

We have lessons suitable for 4yrs plus in the lead rein group lessons. Riders aged 2-4years can join our Pony Petting or Walk riding experience sessions. Riders can start private lessons from 5yrs old. We have no upper age limit. 

We have a large selection of hats, meeting current standards, specifically for lending out to customers. This means you don’t need to buy your own until you are certain riding is something you want to go on with. You must always wear a hat that conforms with the latest safety standards when riding. We have a strict disinfecting system in place, please help us by purchasing your own hat if you are a regular rider.  

No. Any pair of stretchy long trousers will do. We do not allow people to ride in shorts as you can end up with very uncomfortable legs.
We find that, after a few weeks, most of our customers do invest in a pair of jodhpurs as they are designed specifically for the task.   

No. Any pair of boots or shoes with a low heel will be suitable to get you started. You cannot ride in trainers as, having no heel, they can allow the foot to slip through the stirrup, causing an accident. We advise that you purchase a pair of boots after your first few lessons. 

It depends what you want to do. We will not insist you wear a back protector for introductory lessons and most flat work. We strongly recommend, however, that, if you want to do jumping, you should invest in one.
 

The centre offers a wide range of different lesson formats. If you have not ridden with us before you will need to book a private assessment lesson. If you or your child is a complete beginner you will need to book a private beginner lunge or lead rein group lesson.  We also offer Private sessions, along with Activity Days (age 5yrs to 17yrs), and we have our weekly Saturday Saddle Club for kids too!
 

We have a selection of qualified instructors. Mostly, our Lessons are run by the Proprioter, Kelly Wilson, who has over 30 yrs experience.   
 

It can be. A horse’s behaviour can be unpredictable and even the most highly trained can sometimes react in an unexpected way. We do our best to minimise risk but horses do have their own minds.  We advise that you seek your own personal riding insurance, if you wish to proceed with horse riding.
 
 

We are inspected annually, by the South Lanarkshire Council. Our horses and ponies are carefully selected for their temperament. All of our instructors are trained in the safe conduct of lessons. All of our riding hats meet current safety standards. We have First Aid trained staff available at all times.
 
 

A 30 minute lesson is fairly demanding for a youngster and we do not offer lessons unless the rider is 4 years old. We offer pony petting session which includes grooming, riding, painting and feeding the ponies. These sessions are available from 2 years.  
 
 

Please cancel as soon as possible on: 07876 243 291 and let us know that you can’t make it. Please try to let us have at least 48 hours notice after that you will be charged for the lesson.
 
 

The centre has a large selection of horses and ponies to suit all ages and abilities. Our ponies start at 11.3hh and our tallest horse is 17.2hh.We do have an upper weight limit for riders of 13 stone to protect the health of the horses.
 
 
 

Please see our SHOP area for more info. Call to Discuss.

 
 
 

We currently offer Beach and Cross Country Packages. Please Call to discuss.

 
 
 

Yes. Please see our Terms and Conditions