Margaret Haes Riding Centre
About this yard
Margaret Haes Riding Centre at Moor Road, Holcombe near Bury, was established to provide riding for disabled and able-bodied riders alongside each other. The centre is BHS approved and welcomes riders from age 4. Group, semi-private and private lessons run in the indoor or outdoor school across all abilities, on the centre's horses or your own. Off-road hacking heads out onto bridleways and quiet lanes towards the moors and Peel Tower. Open six days a week.
Facilities
Pricing
Charity riding centre serving people with disabilities and additional needs. Operating for nearly 60 years in Holcombe area, Bury (West Pennine Moors). BHS Approved, BHS Changing Lives Through Horses programme. Lessons: shared 30min £15, private 30min £20, private 1hr £35. Pony Days £35 per rider (3-4hr sessions, school holidays). Group rides for disabled riders Pay as You Feel. Indoor and outdoor schools, rides to Peel Tower. Volunteer-run.
This venue takes bookings online.
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- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hours are sourced from Google and the venue. Always confirm with the venue before visiting.
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What to wear
Standard guidance for equestrian yards in the UK. Check with your yard if you're unsure.
Riding hat available.
Subject to availability, contact the yard to confirm before your visit.
Riding boots or sturdy boots with a small heel.
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.
Long hair should be tied back before putting on your hat, and jewellery removed before riding.
Heading out on a hack from here? Read our guide to what to bring hacking , what to bring, what to buy, and where to get it.
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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