Golden Castle Riding Stables
About this yard
Golden Castle Riding Stables is a family-run riding school and livery yard in Llangattock, within the Brecon Beacons National Park near Crickhowell, Powys. Run by Fiona (BHS AI) and her daughter Samantha (BHS PI), it caters for ages 4 to 95, beginner to experienced, offering hacking, trail riding, fast rides, pony trekking, cross-country, lessons and children's activity days directly from its own gate onto the Brecon Beacons.
The yard is a supporter of Riding for the Disabled, hosting the Llangynidr RDA Group.
Pony parties
- Ages
- Ask the yard
- Group size
- Up to 10 children
- Price
- £30 per child
- Indoor or covered
- Ask the yard
- Food and cake
- Bring your own food
- Party room
- Yes
- Length
- 1.5 hours
- When
- Ask the yard
Check the yard's page for extras.
Birthday child goes free in groups of over 5
What to wear: We supply hats, but they will need to wear suitable warm clothing, long sleeves, joggers and boots or shoes. Gloves and a coat.
From Golden Castle Riding Stables's website, checked 1 October 2026
This venue takes bookings by phone.
Call Golden Castle Riding Stables 07890 236928General riding kit (check with your yard)
A riding hat to a current recognised safety standard. Many yards lend hats; ask when you book.
Boots with a small heel are usual for riding. Requirements vary by yard, so check when you book.
Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes you can move in. Check with the yard if you are unsure.
Long hair tied back, and jewellery removed before riding.
Heading out on a hack from here? Read our guide to what to bring hacking.
Riders arriving in unsuitable clothing or footwear may not be able to ride, for their own safety. If in doubt, contact the yard before your visit.
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