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Wellington Riding / Stratfield Saye, Hampshire

Junior Riding Holidays

Adopt a pony for a week at one of the UK's leading equestrian centres

Wellington Riding runs week-long junior riding holidays for children aged 7 to 16 at its 500-acre Hampshire estate. Each child adopts a pony for the week, with daily lessons covering flatwork, jumping and ride-outs, plus grooming, tack care and stable management. Residential cabin accommodation is available, with 24-hour adult supervision from DBS-checked supervisors with childcare experience and First Aid certification. Day attendance also offered. Riders must be registered and graded via the EC Pro booking system before booking.

Upcoming dates

  • 6–10 Jul 2026Book direct
  • 13–17 Jul 2026Book direct
  • 20–24 Jul 2026Book direct
  • 27–31 Jul 2026Book direct
  • 3–7 Aug 2026Book direct
  • 10–14 Aug 2026Book direct
  • 17–21 Aug 2026Book direct
  • 24–28 Aug 2026Book direct
Who it's for

Ages 7 to 16. Riders must be registered and graded on EC Pro before booking. Boys Residential option available on selected weeks. Send a video of the rider on the flat and jumping to assist with grading.

What's included

  • Pony to adopt for the week
  • Daily flatwork, jumping and ride-out lessons
  • Stable management lectures
  • Grooming and tack care
  • Cabin accommodation (residential option)
  • All meals (residential option)
  • 24-hour supervision

What to bring

  • Riding hat (BS EN 1384/PAS 015 standard)
  • Long boots or jodhpur boots
  • Jodhpurs
  • Body protector for jumping
  • Gloves
  • Sun cream and water bottle

Standard riding kit applies. See our what to wear guideif you're not sure.

A typical day

Wake 7.30am, breakfast 8am, prepare ponies 9am, three ridden sessions through the day with stable management lecture mid-morning, lunch 12pm, tack clean and turnout 4pm, dinner 5pm, evening activities, lights out 9.30pm (earlier for younger children).

Group size and safety

Small groups by ability

Food and lunch

All meals included for residential stays, taken in the clubhouse.

Cancellation policy

Per Wellington Riding booking terms; contact for details.

Enquire about Junior Riding Holidays

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Wellington Riding
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Price on application
Contact ridingholidays@wellington.co.uk for current pricing. Residential and day rates available. Premium centre with full BHS approval.
Duration5 days (Mon to Fri)
Drop-off and pick-up09:00 - 16:00
Age range7-16 years
GroupSmall groups by ability
AbilityAll levels
TypeResidential
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