Hacking & Trails riding schools and venues in the UK
Hacking remains one of the most popular ways to ride: relaxed, restorative, and a proper test of the relationship between horse and rider on varied terrain.
Hacking & Trails in Surrey (19)
RAA Equestrian Centre
BHS approved riding centre on the 260-acre Gatton Park estate
St Teresa's Equestrian
BHS Highly Commended yard in the Surrey Hills
Shetland Pony Club
First pony riding for children aged 3 to 10 on Shetland ponies
The Kiln Equestrian Centre
BHS centre on the Surrey/Hampshire border, 30+ years established
Poynters Riding Centre
Family-run riding school in 900 acres of Surrey countryside
Bridley Equestrian Centre
Livery and training centre on a 300-acre estate between Guildford and Woking
The Holistic Horse & Pony Centre
Family-run holistic riding school with 30 years of experience
Weybridge Equestrian Centre
BHS Approved children's riding school, 100 acres of farmland in Weybridge
Mayfair Farm Riding Stables
Family riding stables on the Surrey/Hampshire border with 30+ horses and ponies
High Pitfold Farm
BHS approved riding school in Hindhead
Hewshott Farm Stables
BHS Approved Pony Club Centre on the Surrey/Hampshire border
Orchard Cottage Riding Stables
Family riding school on the North Downs, lessons for children from age 5
Laris Farm
BHS and ABRS approved riding school in Chobham, children from age 5
Beechwood Riding School
Classical riding school in the North Downs with 35 years of experience
Littleton Manor Equestrian Centre
Professional event and livery yard in the Surrey Hills near Reigate with cross-country and showjumping, ten minutes from the M25.
Burstow Park Riding Centre
Riding school, livery and competition venue in Horley, Surrey, indoor school, Sunshine Tour qualifier events, annual pony camp.
Equus Equestrian Centre
One of Europe's largest indoor arenas, set in Horton Country Park Epsom
Bridleways Equestrian Centre
Friendly BHS centre in Great Bookham with lessons and livery in the Surrey Hills
Wildwoods Riding Centre
BHS/ABRS-approved Tadworth riding school in 50th year, Epsom Downs hacking, BHS Stage 2-3 training, Racewood simulator, lessons from £35.
Hacking & Trails in Greater London (14)
Wimbledon Village Stables
A five-star BHS and ABRS awarded yard on the edge of Wimbledon Common, with high-quality instruction and hacking across open parkland.
Chessington Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Chessington, Kingston upon Thames
North Cray & Sidcup Riding School
Family-run riding school and livery in Sidcup, lessons, hacks and birthday parties for all levels from age 4, with group hacks into the surrounding countryside
Aldersbrook Riding School
A BHS-approved, community-focused riding school on the edge of Wanstead Flats, welcoming riders of all ages since 1974.
The London Equestrian Centre
A family-run BHS-approved centre on 34 acres in Mill Hill, offering quality tuition from tiny tots aged three to experienced adult riders.
Wanstead Community Riding Stables CIC
A community interest company in Wanstead bringing accessible horse riding to east London through inclusive lessons, hacking, and NHS-funded therapeutic programmes.
Petersham Farm Stables
An exclusive livery and equine-assisted psychotherapy centre in Richmond offering hacking through Richmond Park and therapeutic programmes.
Hyde Park Stables - Horse Riding Central London
Horse riding through Hyde Park and on Rotten Row, one of Central London's last working mews stables, open to all abilities from age four
Dulwich Riding School
One of London's most established riding schools, founded in 1961, with a seven-month waiting list and lessons from beginner to advanced on the edge of Dulwich Woods.
Chelsfield Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved semi-rural school on the London/Kent border with Pony Club and countryside hacks
Old Bexley Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Bexley, Bexley
Gillian's Riding School
Year-round woodland rides and a competitive team, Enfield
Deen City Farm Riding School
BHS-approved community riding school within Deen City Farm in Merton with a RoboHorse simulator
Littlebourne Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Uxbridge, Greater London
Hacking & Trails in Hampshire (13)
Pinkmead Farm Equestrian Centre
Riding school near Botley, lessons, hacking, dressage and showjumping in Hampshire
Wellington Riding
Award-winning BHS approved equestrian centre at Stratfield Saye, lessons, hacking and competition from age 5, no upper age limit
Arniss Equestrian
BHS approved riding school in the New Forest near Fordingbridge, lessons, hacks and holiday camps from age 4
Owslebury Equestrian Centre
Family-run competition and livery yard near Winchester, dressage, schooling livery and hacking across the South Downs
Coombe Stables
New Forest riding school in Sway with 15 horses and forest hacks alongside lesson programme.
Gleneagles Equestrian Centre Hampshire
BHS approved family riding school in West End, Southampton, est. 45+ years
Brocks Farm Riding Centre
Riding school and livery near Stockbridge, Hampshire, hacking, lessons and livery in the Test Valley
Forest Park Riding Stables
New Forest hacking centre offering rare canter rides for experienced riders alongside walk-and-trot family hacks.
Ampfield Riding Stables
BHS approved riding school in Romsey, small classes and expert coaching
Fort Widley Equestrian Centre
BHS approved riding centre within a historic Victorian fort overlooking Portsmouth
Russells Equestrian Centre
BHS and ABRS+ family-run centre focused on ethical horsemanship, est. 1974
Burley Villa School of Riding
English and Western riding school near the New Forest, forest hacks, pony trails and arena lessons from age 4
Andover Riding School
Family-run riding school in Andover with all-weather menage, children from age 3
Hacking & Trails in North & Mid Wales (12)
Heart of Wales Riding School
Mid-Wales riding school and trekking centre near Llandrindod Wells with indoor school
Trans Wales Trails
Guided multi-day trail rides on Welsh Cobs through the Brecon Beacons, from weekend breaks to the flagship five-day coast-to-coast Trans-Wales Trail.
Tal y Foel Riding Centre
Coastal riding on Anglesey with views of Caernarfon Castle and Snowdonia, private bridleways, beach access and riding holidays on the Menai Strait
Underhill Riding Stables
Family-run stables near Llandrindod Wells with lessons and hacking in Powys countryside
Bryngwyn Riding Centre
Small family riding stables near Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, hacks and lessons for all levels in rural West Wales
Littlemoor Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school in the Carmarthenshire countryside near Carmarthen
Pembrokeshire Riding Centre
BHS-approved riding school near Pembroke with riding holidays and Pembrokeshire coast hacking
Rheidol Riding Centre
BHS-approved centre near Aberystwyth with riding holidays and mid-Wales forest hacking
Anglesey Riding Centre
BHS-approved Pony Club and RDA centre on Anglesey with coastal hacking and sea views
Havard Stables
BHS-approved centre and the only RDA Accessibility Mark centre in West Wales
Aberconwy Equestrian Centre
BHS qualified family riding school in Conwy, established 1993, lessons near Llandudno and the Conwy Valley
Llanner Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school in St Asaph with hacking and livery in the Vale of Clwyd
Hacking & Trails in Kent (12)
High Elms Equestrian Centre
BHS centre near Canterbury with hacking across the North Kent countryside
Rooting Street Farm Riding Centre
BHS centre near Ashford with hacking, livery and tuition in the Weald of Kent
Bradbourne Riding and Training Centre
BHS approved riding school and RDA centre near Sevenoaks station, established 1971
Trenley Park Riding School
BHS training pathway riding school just outside Canterbury
South Farm Stables
Family riding school specialising in children and nervous adults, 50+ years
White Rocks Farm
BHS approved Western riding centre on the Greensand Ridge near Sevenoaks
Barton Field Farm Equestrian Centre
BHS approved family-run riding school and Pony Club Centre near Canterbury
Ingleden Park Equestrian Centre
Livery and tuition on the Ingleden Park estate near Tenterden in the Kent Weald
Mayfield Stables
BHS Highly Commended family school on the Kent-Surrey border with personalised lessons
Nelson Park Riding Centre
BHS Highly Commended Training Centre, Thanet's largest Pony Club centre
Deepdene Stables
BHS approved family-run riding school in the Kent countryside, 40+ years
Limes Farm Equestrian Centre
BHS approved riding school and exam centre at Hawkinge near Folkestone
Hacking & Trails in Greater Manchester (10)
Croft End Equestrian Centre
One of only 18 UK riding centres to hold BHS Outstanding High Performance status, dual BHS and ABRS approved in Oldham with a mechanical simulator, 20x40m indoor arena, and professional equine qualifications.
Matchmoor Riding Centre
BHS and ABRS-affiliated riding centre on open moorland above Horwich, with direct access to Rivington Park, group lessons from £14.
Ryders Farm Equestrian Centre
BHS and ABRS-approved centre in Bolton with indoor and outdoor arenas, a cross-country course and the Jump4Joy jumping grid system.
North Cheshire Equestrian Centre
Equestrian competition yard and livery on the M60 corridor in Manchester, with Trans Pennine Trail hacking and regular unaffiliated shows.
Daisy Nook & Oakhill Riding School
BHS-approved riding school beside the Daisy Nook Country Park, offering lessons for all ages and abilities in Tameside.
Hill Top Farm & Riding school
Riding school with countryside hacking in Oldham, Greater Manchester
Red Earth Equestrian Centre
ABRS-approved Bolton riding school with moorland hacking, dressage, show jumping and eventing, group lessons from £35, run by BHSAI instructor since 2006.
Tarden Farm Riding Stables
Riding school with countryside hacking in Stockport, Greater Manchester
Lower Dale Farm Equestrian Centre
BHS 5-star highly commended livery yard in Marple, Stockport, 100 acres, full equestrian facilities, and horse-friendly holiday cottages for visiting riders.
Glen Jakes Riding School
Riding school in Stockport with weekday and weekend group, private and semi-private lessons for all levels, certificates awarded on merit.
Hacking & Trails in Leicestershire (10)
Oaklands School of Riding
Family-run BHS-approved Leicestershire riding school with 58 horses, two floodlit outdoor arenas, a cross-country course, two RDA groups, and Pony Club every Friday.
Riverside Riding Centre
Long-established family-run riding centre near Melton Mowbray with over 30 years of history, offering lessons, pony trekking, livery, and an on-site tack shop.
Queniborough Equestrian Centre
5-star licensed riding school in north Leicestershire home to Barrowcliffe XC, coached by International Event Rider Katie Barber with a full range of fences including ditches and water.
Witham Villa Riding Centre
5-star BHS and ABRS dual-approved Leicestershire riding centre with a BD-accredited trainer, Pony Club, British Riding Club status, and cross-country schooling for riders from age 4.
Meadow School of Riding
Privately run Leicestershire riding school near Loughborough with indoor and outdoor schools, evening hours until 9.30pm, and hacking access to Beacon Hill Country Park for riders from age 4.
Isaac Hall Equestrian
Riding school with countryside hacking in Leicester, Leicestershire
Top Merrill Riding School
Riding school with countryside hacking in Loughborough, Leicestershire
South Leicestershire Riding Establishment
BHS 5-star and 'Where to Train' approved establishment near Lutterworth with event riders on staff, a 30x70m outdoor arena, weekend clear-round competitions, and livery from DIY to full.
Newbold Verdon Equestrian Centre
Purpose-built Leicestershire competition and training venue near Leicester, BS Cat 1 and 2, BD, unaffiliated leagues, Pro Wax arenas and arena hire.
The Urban Equestrian Academy Ltd.
A Leicester social enterprise opening equestrianism to urban young people through structured show jumping, dressage, polo, and eventing programmes at partner venues across Leicestershire.
Hacking & Trails in South Wales (9)
Parc-le-Breos Riding Centre
Gower Peninsula trekking and riding holiday centre near Parkmill
Grange Trekking Centre
Prize-winning Welsh Cob trekking in the Black Mountains, riverside guesthouse, glamping pods and week-long packages from a fixed base near Abergavenny.
Copley Stables
BHS-approved riding school and livery in Bishopston on the Gower Peninsula
Cimla Trekking and Equestrian Centre
Trekking and equestrian centre in the hills above Neath with riding holidays
Grange Pony Trekking
WTRA-approved trekking centre in the Black Mountains above Abergavenny, with 60 years of operation, on-site B&B and glamping.
Caerphilly Riding School
BHS-approved riding school near Caerphilly Castle with hacking and livery
Argae House Stables
BHS-approved livery and riding school near Dinas Powys in the Vale of Glamorgan
Cimla Equestrian Centre
Riding school in Afan Argoed Country Park, Port Talbot, lessons, trekking and holidays in scenic South Wales forest
Severnvale Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Chepstow, Monmouthshire
Hacking & Trails in Western & Southern Scotland (9)
Burnbank Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Hamilton, South Lanarkshire
Scottish Equestrian Centre
BHS approved, 5-star equestrian centre at Belstane Castle, Lanark, riding holidays, BHS exams and the Scottish Castles Trail Ride
Ayrshire Equitation Centre
Ayrshire's longest established equitation centre in Ayr with 74 acres and on-site tack shop
Lochhill Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved Galloway riding and trekking centre on a 650-acre estate near Castle Douglas
Lomondside Stud & Equestrian Centre
Riding centre and stud farm on the edge of Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park
Hazelbank Equestrian
Family-run riding school near Dunlop in East Ayrshire with lessons from age 3
Turnberry Equestrian Centre
Equestrian centre at Turnberry Resort, beach rides, estate treks and natural horsemanship on the Ayrshire coast
Barony College Equestrian
BHS-approved college equestrian centre near Dumfries with tuition and livery
Ian Stark Equestrian Centre
BHS approved centre founded by Badminton winner Ian Stark, 500 acres of Borders hacking, Olympia-spec indoor school near Selkirk
Hacking & Trails in Essex (9)
Chelmsford Equestrian Centre
BHS, ABRS and RDA approved school on 72 acres near Chelmsford city centre
Bambers Green Riding Centre
BHS Approved riding school, Pony Club centre and RDA group at Takeley
Fletchers Farm Riding School
BHS/ABRS 5-star school near Colchester with 7km of private off-road trails
Runningwell Equestrian Centre
BHS centre near Chelmsford with hacking, livery and BHS exam training
Rayne Riding Centre
BHS-approved school near Braintree with hacking, livery and BHS exam training
Monty's Equestrian Centre
Coastal riding school near Clacton with beach rides and relaxed inclusive lessons
Colmar Farm Riding School
BHS approved family riding school at South Weald, Brentwood, 5-star rated
Sains Hall School of Equitation
Family-run riding school near Maldon with exclusive forest hacking
Belfairs Riding School
Forest riding school in Belfairs Park near Leigh-on-Sea with RDA provision
Hacking & Trails in Highlands & North East Scotland (9)
Brechin Castle Equestrian Centre
BHS riding centre on the Brechin Castle estate in Angus with lessons and livery
Equus Riding Centre
Equus Riding (Equus Scotland) has been running between Elgin and Forres in Moray since 2008
Hayfield Riding School
Established riding school in Falkirk, lessons for all levels, hats provided
Balcurvie Riding School
Fife riding school with direct countryside hacking, lessons for all levels and charity equestrian events
Wardhaugh Farm Riding Centre
The only indoor riding school near Huntly in Aberdeenshire with BHS stages and trekking
Wellsfield Farm Equestrian
BHS-qualified riding school near Denny in the Forth Valley with lessons for all ages
Crieff Hydro Riding Centre
Hotel-linked riding centre in 900 acres of Perthshire, with skill-based hacking for all levels.
Rowanlea Riding School
BHS riding school near Carnoustie in coastal Angus with countryside hacking
Highlands Unbridled
All-inclusive multi-day trail rides across the Scottish Highlands, coast-to-coast routes, Cairngorm passes and Atlantic shores on native horses.
Hacking & Trails in East Sussex (9)
Meadows Equestrian Centre
Family-run riding school near Hailsham, relaxed and beginner-friendly
Pebsham Equestrian Centre
Inclusive RDA-affiliated riding centre with beach hacks at Bexhill-on-Sea
Plumpton College Equestrian Unit
College-run BHS equestrian centre near Lewes offering tuition, livery and BHS exam training
Glebe Field Riding School
BHS-qualified instructors and varied horses for all levels near Chiddingly
Hurstwood Farm Equestrian Centre
5-star BHS centre in 80 acres of High Weald with cross-country, cottages and riding holidays
East View Riding Centre
Family-run Ashdown Forest riding centre, est. 1974
Hamsey Riding School
Small friendly BHS approved riding school run by ex-jockey Ray Goldstein
Mitchelswood Farm Riding School
Children-only riding school with BHS lessons, Pony Club and holiday pony days
Beauport Park Riding School
Large well-equipped family centre in Hastings with two indoor schools and cross-country
Hacking & Trails in Lincolnshire (8)
Willow Banks Equestrian Centre
Lincolnshire Wolds show centre and livery yard with a full British Showjumping and British Dressage fixture list.
Castledyke Equestrian
Riding school and competition livery near Boston, BE-specification cross-country course, all levels of livery and hacking in the Lincolnshire Fens.
Orchard Farm Equestrian
Beach riding, lessons and riding holidays near Skegness, ABRS and Pony Club approved, 2 miles from the Lincolnshire coast
Poppyfield Equestrian Centre
BHS centre near Lincoln with hacking, livery and riding tuition
Rednil Farm Equestrian Centre
Rural riding school near Welton with hacking, livery and tuition north of Lincoln
Weelsby Park Riding School
Historic Grimsby equestrian yard established 1948, previously BHS/ABRS-approved Pony Club and RDA centre, now providing private equestrian training only.
The Paddocks Riding Centre
Village riding school at Hough on the Hill near Grantham
Lincolnshire Rural Activities Centre
Riding school at Kenwick Hill near Louth in the Lincolnshire Wolds
Hacking & Trails in West Sussex (8)
Forest Farm Riding School
Community-focused BHS riding school at Mannings Heath near Horsham
The Sussex Riding School
Riding school in West Sussex offering beach riding and carriage driving alongside standard tuition
Bridge House Equestrian Centre
BHS approved equestrian centre near Horsham, home to South Downs RDA
Ferring Country Centre
BHS approved charitable riding centre near Worthing with beach rides
Lavant Equestrian
BHS-approved centre outside Chichester with farm hacking and South Downs access
Happy Valley Equestrian Centre
ABRS-approved beginner-friendly centre at the foot of the South Downs
Lancing Equestrian Centre
Professional BHS centre at Hoe Court Farm with South Downs trail access
The Stables at Cissbury
BHS approved riding and hacking on the Cissbury Estate, South Downs National Park
Hacking & Trails in North Yorkshire (7)
Yorkshire Riding Centre
BHS approved training centre near Harrogate, dressage coaching, competition livery and holiday cottages at Markington
Bewerley Riding Centre
Yorkshire Dales riding centre with indoor arena and trekking in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Craven Country Ride
Riding and trekking in the Yorkshire Dales near Skipton
Farsyde Riding Centre
Coastal riding at Robin Hood's Bay, beach, moorland and the old Scarborough-Whitby rail path, 1 to 3 hours from a clifftop farm
Friars Hill Riding Stables
BHS-approved riding stables on the edge of the North York Moors, lessons, hacks and pony days for riders of all ages near Pickering
Boltby Trekking & Trail Riding Centre
Working farm trekking on the North York Moors edge, with on-site studio accommodation for riding holidays.
Naburn Grange Riding Centre
Small family-run BHS Approved Training Centre near York established 1980.
Hacking & Trails in Nottinghamshire (7)
Brackenhurst Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Southwell, Nottinghamshire
Selston Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
TrentValley Equestrian Centre LLP
Riding school with countryside hacking in Southwell, Nottinghamshire
Coloured Cob Trekking Centre Ltd
ABRS Highly Commended 5-star centre at a 1610s farm next to Creswell Crags, offering trekking into Clumber Park Forest, riding lessons, carriage driving, and disabled riding across 35 acres near Worksop.
Lings Lane Riding Stables
Riding school with countryside hacking in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Derbyshire Pony Trekking
Award-winning off-road trekking through Welbeck estate edges, Poulter Country Park and Creswell Crags.
Milton Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Hacking & Trails in Buckinghamshire (7)
Squirrel Farm Livery Stables
Relaxed, inclusive riding school near Aylesbury, beginner-friendly
Snowball Farm Equestrian Centre
BHS and ABRS approved school on 130 acres near Burnham Beeches with XC and Chilterns hacking
Shardeloes Farm Equestrian Centre
550-acre Chilterns estate with three arenas, a dressage simulator and equine spa therapy
Hartwell Riding Stables
5-star licensed riding school at Foxglove Farm, focused on children and families
Chequers Wood Livery Stables
Family-run livery yard near Wendover with personalised lessons and Chiltern hacking
Vale of Aylesbury Hunt Riding School
Traditional hunt-affiliated riding school with cross-country focus at Great Kimble
Grove Riding School
ABRS accredited riding school between Marlow and High Wycombe with West Wycombe estate hacking
Hacking & Trails in Northamptonshire (7)
Boughton Mill Equestrian Centre
Northamptonshire livery yard and events centre with a floodlit 60m x 40m all-weather arena, from £15/hr.
Silverstone Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school near Towcester in the heart of West Northamptonshire
Brampton Stables
BHS and ABRS approved family riding school near Althorp, 40+ years
Harringworth Manor Stables
30-year established riding school in the Welland Valley near Corby
Manor Farm Riding Centre
Pony Club centre at Castle Ashby estate, lessons and miles of hacking
Evergreen Riding Stables
BHS approved riding school established 1986 at Gayton
The Acorn Centre
Therapeutic riding centre near Walgrave from age 4
Hacking & Trails in Cumbria (6)
Park Foot Pony Trekking
Established 30+ years, the iconic Ullswater pony trekking centre with off-road fell access from the stables.
Leacett Cottage Riding Stables
Trekking and riding centre near Penrith in the Eden Valley
Witherslack Hall Equestrian Centre
Residential riding holidays on a 2,500-acre woodland estate in the Lake District, five-day trail packages, children's camps and intensive training weeks in Cumbria.
Rookin House Equestrian and Activity Centre
40+ horses, indoor school and full Lakeland trekking between Keswick and Penrith.
Blackdyke Farm Riding Centre
BHS riding centre near Carlisle offering hacking and instruction close to the Scottish border
Larkrigg Riding School
Friendly riding school at Natland near Kendal with livery and countryside hacking
Hacking & Trails in Wiltshire (5)
Warminster Saddle Club
Not-for-profit riding school in the Warminster military garrison, open to all
Lucknam Park Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved equestrian centre at the five-star Lucknam Park Hotel, with 35 horses, an indoor school and the Willis Brothers cross-country course.
West Wilts Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Cherry Tree Stables & Trekking Centre
Community-spirited Wiltshire riding school at Dilton Marsh offering lessons, trekking, a Sunday Pony Club, summer camps, and outdoor yoga alongside standard equestrian tuition.
Grovely Riding Centre
Family-run riding centre on the edge of Grovely Woods near Salisbury
Hacking & Trails in West Midlands (5)
Bourne Vale Stables
BHS and ABRS approved family-run stables established 1962, 4th generation
Warrens Hall Riding School
ABRS-approved Black Country riding school set across 60 acres with an Olympic-spec sand arena, equine therapy for veterans and autism, and lessons from age 3 near Oldbury.
Brookhouse Farm Riding School
BHS approved Solihull riding school with 80 acres of hacking, 40+ horses
Hole Farm Trekking Centre
Pony trekking and riding tuition in Woodgate Valley Country Park
Foxhills Riding Centre
BHS, ABRS, Pony Club and RDA approved riding centre on Barr Beacon, est. 50+ years
Hacking & Trails in Bedfordshire (5)
Backnoe End Equestrian Centre
BHS and ABRS approved school north of Bedford with off-road hacking and pony trekking
The College Equestrian Centre
Professional BHS equestrian centre at Keysoe offering tuition from beginner to competition level
Thurleigh Equestrian Centre
Established riding school and livery yard focused on harmony and personal development
Icknield Livery Yard & Riding School
Council-licensed riding school and livery yard at the foot of Dunstable Downs, lessons for children and adults, off-road hacking and full livery services
Baylands Equestrian Centre
ABRS and Pony Club approved Luton riding centre with two floodlit arenas, dedicated disabled riding provision including hoist and ramp, and lessons for riders from age 3.
Hacking & Trails in South Yorkshire (5)
Cloughfields Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Fir Tree Farm Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Parklands Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Sheffield Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Smeltings Farm Riding Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Hacking & Trails in Cheshire (5)
Barrow Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school near Chester with lessons and livery in the Cheshire countryside
Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre
Premier competition venue near Tarporley, affiliated and unaffiliated dressage, showjumping and eventing across purpose-built Cheshire arenas.
Cheshire Riding School
BHS/ABRS-approved Pony Club Centre near Northwich, lessons 7 days/week, monthly dressage and showjumping shows, private hacking for occasions.
Lowton Riding Centre
BHS-approved Lowton riding school founded 1987, small-group lessons at all levels, from £14 per half hour
High Legh Riding Centre
Cheshire's ABRS-approved riding school led by international show jumpers Abi and John Shaw, lessons, hacking and livery near Knutsford
Hacking & Trails in Northern Ireland (5)
MacKenzie's Equestrian Centre
Family-run equestrian centre in Randalstown, Co. Antrim, lessons, livery and shows since 1998
Galgorm Parks Riding School
Riding school near Ballymena offering lessons in indoor and outdoor arenas for 30+ years
Islandmagee Riding Centre
BHS-approved family riding centre on the Islandmagee peninsula, County Antrim
Mossvale Equestrian Centre
BHS riding school near Dromore in the heart of County Down
Enniskillen College Equestrian
College equestrian centre near Enniskillen with hacking and tuition in County Fermanagh
Hacking & Trails in Isle of Wight (5)
Hill Farm Stables
The oldest established stables on the Isle of Wight, West Wight hacking, beach rides and lessons from a Victorian yard above the Needles
Island Riding Centre
The Isle of Wight's leading equestrian centre, ABRS+ approved, indoor and outdoor arenas, beach hacks and inclusive access from age 4
Lake Farm Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school in the heart of the Isle of Wight near Rookley
Great Pan Farm Stables
BHS-approved riding school on the outskirts of Newport with countryside hacking
Allendale Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved centre near Godshill with country hacking across the Island
Hacking & Trails in Somerset (5)
Wellow Trekking Centre
BHS-approved trekking centre near Bath with countryside rides through the Wellow valley
Red Park Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school and Pony Club Centre in Williton, coaching, riding holidays, livery and arena hire near the Quantock Hills and Exmoor.
Urchinwood Manor
BHS approved riding and eventing centre at Congresbury, North Somerset
Oak Tree Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved school on the green belt edge of Bristol near Whitchurch
Gordano Valley Riding Centre
Long-established BHS riding school near Portbury welcoming all ages since 1980s
Hacking & Trails in Gloucestershire (5)
Tumpy Green Equestrian Centre
BHS and ABRS approved family-run riding centre near Dursley, 30 horses, 5-star licensed, open 7 days
Barton End Stables
Cotswolds riding centre with 40+ horses, all abilities welcome
South Cerney Riding School
Established Cotswold Water Park riding school running hacks, lessons and gymkhana games on flat open countryside.
Huntley School of Equitation
BHS-approved riding school near Huntley, Gloucester, lessons for all abilities, BHS exam training and livery.
Summerhouse Equitation Centre
BHS/ABRS-approved equitation and education centre near Gloucester, lessons, hacking, BHS exam training and livery.
Hacking & Trails in Staffordshire (5)
Rodbaston College Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved college equestrian centre near Penkridge with public riding and exam training
Abbots Bromley Equestrian Centre
BHS school in Abbots Bromley offering hacking, tuition and BHS exam training
Endon Riding School
BHS riding school near Stoke-on-Trent offering hacking, livery and riding holidays
Courses for Horses
BHS exam training and hacking near Stoke-on-Trent
Butterlands Farm Equitation Centre
Moorland riding school near Biddulph Moor with hacking on the Staffordshire hills
Hacking & Trails in West Yorkshire (4)
Hopton Horse Centre
DIY livery yard near Mirfield with indoor arena, showjumping and cross-country, arena hire from £15/horse, all facilities included in weekly livery rate.
Aire View Equestrian Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Keighley, West Yorkshire
Astley Riding Centre
BHS-approved riding school on the eastern edge of Leeds with a floodlit BSJA-equipped outdoor arena, cross-country fields, and tuition from beginner to competition level.
Wilsden Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved Bradford riding school with Pony Club, indoor and outdoor arenas, group lessons from £22, Changing Lives Through Horses programme.
Hacking & Trails in Derbyshire (4)
Hargate Hill Equestrian Centre
Riding school and livery in Glossop, High Peak Borough Council licensed, online booking via ECPro.
Cowley Riding School
Riding school with countryside hacking in Dronfield, Derbyshire
Villa Mar Riding School
Family-run riding school near Bolsover on a 22-acre farm, working with a string that includes several ex-military horses.
Holymoor Riding School
ABRS-approved riding school at the edge of the Peak District, with a 40×20m arena and direct hacking to Linacre Reservoir.
Hacking & Trails in Bristol (4)
Clack Mill Riding Stables
Riding school with countryside hacking in Bristol, Bristol
Avon Riding Centre For The Disabled
The only BHS-approved riding school in Bristol, a charity-run centre with group lessons from £49.50, Pony Stars programme, and Shetland pony sessions.
Cottage Riding Stables
Riding school with countryside hacking in Bristol, Bristol
Kingsweston Stables
BHS-approved riding school near Bristol with hacking in Kingsweston estate
Hacking & Trails in Berkshire (4)
Spanish Bit Riding School
Family-run riding school near Windsor with Pony Club and hacking
Bradfield Riding Centre
BHS approved riding school at Bradfield near Reading
Brookfield Farm Equestrian
BHS approved equestrian centre at Warfield, Bracknell
Curridge Green Riding School
Family-run riding school in West Berkshire countryside, est. 35+ years
Hacking & Trails in Oxfordshire (4)
Pioneer Equestrian Coaching
ABRS+ approved Cotswolds riding school in Charlbury offering Ride With Your Mind biomechanics coaching.
Pigeon House Equestrian
Small friendly BHS centre near Witney with hacking on the 3,000-acre Eynsham Park estate
Turpins Lodge Riding School
Friendly BHS centre in the Cotswolds near Hook Norton with estate and country hacking
Pony Pursuits
Horse trekking and countryside rides in Heathfield, East Sussex
Hacking & Trails in Cornwall (4)
Newquay Riding Stables
BHS and ABRS approved riding stables in Newquay running beach treks on Crantock and the Gannel Estuary.
Polmartin Riding
Polmartin Riding is a BHS approved riding school and trekking centre near Herodsfoot, between Liskeard and Lostwithiel in south-east Cornwall
Penewin Stables
Penewin Stables sits at Trerulefoot near Saltash on the Cornwall-Devon border, offering livery and horse riding tuition
Gooseham Barton Stables
Gooseham Barton Stables has been running on a 50-acre holding on the North Cornwall-North Devon coast near Bude since 1974
Hacking & Trails in Norfolk (4)
Mount Pleasant Equestrian Centre
Family-run BHS centre near King's Lynn with pony camps and Own a Pony mornings
Willow Farm Riding School
BHS Highly Commended school near Great Yarmouth established for over 50 years
Weston Equestrian Centre
5-star BHS centre near Norwich run by the Parke family with daily lessons for all levels
Eden Meadows Equestrian
ABRS-approved family school near Attleborough with floodlit indoor arena
Hacking & Trails in Devon (3)
Brendon Manor Stables
BHS-qualified Exmoor escorted trekking between Lynton and Simonsbath, on the National Park edge.
Woolacombe Riding Stables
BHS and Pony Club approved riding centre with exclusive beach access in North Devon, rides for all abilities from complete beginners to experienced riders
Oaklands Riding School
BHS-approved Exeter riding school established 1971, 50+ horses, RDA groups, from age 3 and Dartmoor pony stud on site
Hacking & Trails in Merseyside (3)
Larton Riding School
Riding school with countryside hacking in Wirral, Merseyside
Dee Farm Livery & Riding Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Wirral, Merseyside
Aintree International Equestrian Centre
high-quality BHS-approved competition venue within Aintree Racecourse, hosting affiliated BS and BD shows, BHS training camps, and coaching sessions with access to the famous racecourse gallops.
Hacking & Trails in Lancashire (3)
NA Equestrian
ABRS-approved riding school in the Pennine hills above Bacup, offering lessons against a backdrop of outstanding Lancashire moorland.
Parbold Equestrian Centre
BHS Pony Stars-approved Lancashire centre across 18 acres between the River Douglas and Leeds-Liverpool Canal, with 31 horses, an eventing-experienced head coach, and tuition across all disciplines.
Halsall Riding & Livery Centre
Dual BHS and ABRS+ approved Lancashire riding centre established in 1983, offering beach rides, lessons from age 4, and large floodlit indoor and outdoor arenas in west Lancashire.
Hacking & Trails in Suffolk (3)
Barrow Hall Stables
BHS approved riding school with three arenas and all-weather canter track
Valley Farm Equestrian Leisure
BHS and ABRS approved 82-acre award-winning equestrian centre near Woodbridge
Poplar Park Equestrian Centre
Hacking and cross-country specialist near the Heritage Coast, BE-standard XC course
Hacking & Trails in Shropshire (3)
Prescott Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved school near Shrewsbury with hacking, livery and BHS exam training
Freshfields Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school near Market Drayton with hacking in North Shropshire
Berriewood Farm
BHS-approved riding school and livery near Shrewsbury with BHS exam training
Hacking & Trails in Dorset (3)
Eastmoors Riding School
5-star licensed forest trekking school on the edge of the New Forest
Rosewall Equestrian
BHS approved riding centre overlooking Osmington Bay with private woodland
Chesil Equestrian
Family-run riding centre on Portland with coastal hacks and Pony Club
Hacking & Trails in Warwickshire (2)
Caldecote Riding School
Small, dual BHS and ABRS+ approved Warwickshire riding school where horses live out year-round, with a welcoming approach to nervous riders, Pony Club, and German-language instruction available.
Holly Riding School
BHS and ABRS-approved school with 50 years of heritage in Atherstone, run by the third generation of the same family, with indoor, outdoor and cross-country facilities.
Hacking & Trails in Worcestershire (2)
Moyfield Riding School
Trekking and hacking school near Evesham in the Vale of Evesham
Beoley Equestrian Centre
BHS-approved riding school and livery near Redditch with countryside hacking
Hacking & Trails in Northumberland (2)
Haggerston Riding Centre
Beach and countryside treks in the grounds of Haggerston Castle near Berwick
Sinderhope Pony Trekking Centre
Moorland trekking through the Allen Valley with sweeping Northumberland views
Hacking & Trails in Hertfordshire (2)
Brook Cottage Farm Riding School
BHS-approved family riding school, RDA and Pony Club centre at Furneux Pelham, Buntingford, all ages from 3, all abilities including additional needs.
Kings Langley Riding School
BHS approved riding school and livery on the edge of the Chilterns
Hacking & Trails in East Riding of Yorkshire (2)
Bishop Burton Equine Centre
BHS exam centre at Bishop Burton College offering advanced coaching and competition training
Field View Equestrian Centre
5-star BHS exam centre at Gilberdyke offering friendly tuition for all ages since 1997
Hacking & Trails in Cambridgeshire (2)
Bartlow Equestrian Centre
ABRS approved family riding school near the Suffolk border
Fenland Equestrian Centre
5-star modern riding centre, Olympic-funded, Tiny Tots from age 2
Hacking & Trails in Lothians (2)
Edinburgh & Lasswade Riding Centre
Riding school with countryside hacking in Lasswade, Midlothian
Whiteloch Farm Riding Stables
Riding and trekking stables near Macmerry in East Lothian with countryside hacking