About this yard
Green Meadow Riding Centre has been a family-run riding centre in Dare Valley Country Park, Aberdare, since 1977, easily accessible from Swansea, Cardiff and the Brecon Beacons. It offers riding lessons for all abilities, ages 4 and up, off-road hacking within the country park, livery and equestrian supplies, with an on-site café. The site has wheelchair accessible parking and entrance.
As a registered disabled riding school, the centre is home to the Green Meadow Group, a Riding for the Disabled Association charity.
This venue takes bookings by phone.
Call Green Meadow Riding Centre 01685 874961General 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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