Calvert Devon Equestrian Centre
About this yard
Calvert Devon Equestrian Centre at Kentisbury near Barnstaple is a BHS approved facility (No. 1083) with BHS Accredited Professional Coaches plus carriage driving instructors trained to BDS standards. A registered BHS Changing Lives Through Horses centre supporting riders aged 5 to 25 through structured programmes including Pony Stars awards, natural horsemanship, stable management and carriage driving. Notable for accessible riding facilities for riders with disabilities. Easy reach of Exmoor National Park, Ilfracombe and the North Devon coast.
Facilities
This venue takes bookings by phone.
Call Calvert Devon Equestrian Centre 01598 763059Frequently asked questions
Do they take beginners?
What's parking like at the centre?
How much does an hour lesson cost?
Is there a facility for riders with disabilities?
Are there any special programmes for children?
Do they provide riding hats for hire?
What to wear
Standard guidance for equestrian yards in the UK. Check with your yard if you're unsure.
A correctly fitted hat to current safety standards (PAS 015 or VG1). Bicycle helmets are not permitted. Hats are available to hire, usually reserved for first-time riders.
Subject to availability, contact the yard to confirm before your visit.
Boots with a small heel, riding boots, walking boots or wellies all work. Trainers and flat-soled shoes are not permitted for safety reasons.
Close-fitting, weather-appropriate clothes. Shoulders and legs must be covered, no vest tops or shorts. Jackets and coats should be fastened securely. Waterproofs are recommended for outdoor lessons.
Long hair should be tied back in a ponytail before putting on your helmet. All jewellery must be removed before riding.
Clients arriving in unsuitable clothing or footwear may not be permitted to ride, for their own safety. If in doubt, contact the yard before your visit.
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