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Cowley Riding School

Dronfield, DerbyshireS18 7SD
4.9(21) on Google
ABRS approvedVerified 14 Aug 2026
Good forChildren's lessons

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About this yard

Cowley Riding School is an ABRS+ approved school at Four Acres, Cowley Lane, on the western edge of Dronfield, near Sheffield. Lessons run for adults and children from age 7 (13 stone / 83kg rider weight limit), in group or private format, with a purpose-built indoor arena for beginners and an outdoor arena for showjumping and dressage. Pony Days run on Thursdays during school holidays, and pony care and stable management courses run alongside lessons. Hacks are available for confident riders, and the school caters for disabled riders.

Facilities

Indoor Arena
Outdoor Arena
Stabling

Pricing

Contact for pricing

This venue takes bookings by phone.

Call Cowley Riding School 0114 289 0356

Opening hours

Monday
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours are sourced from Google and the venue. Always confirm with the venue before visiting.

What to wear

Standard guidance for equestrian yards in the UK. Check with your yard if you're unsure.

Riding helmet

A hat to a current recognised safety standard. Requirements can vary, so check with the yard before you ride.

Footwear

Sturdy boots with a small heel. Trainers and flat, smooth-soled shoes are not suitable for safety reasons. Check with the yard for their exact requirements.

Clothing

Close-fitting, weather-appropriate clothes. Shoulders and legs should be covered, and waterproofs are worth having for outdoor lessons. Check with the yard if you are unsure.

Hair & jewellery

Long hair should be tied back before putting on your hat, and jewellery removed before riding.

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