Nelson Park Riding Centre

Birchington, KentCT7 0HJ

BHS approvedRDA centreVerified 14 Aug 2026

Good forChildren's lessonsHoliday camps

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About this yard

Nelson Park Riding Centre in Birchington is the only riding school in the Thanet area with a modern indoor arena, plus floodlit outdoor arenas, a dedicated showjump field and over 15 acres of cross country course. BHS Highly Commended, BHS Training Centre and Examination Centre, BHS Riding & Road Safety Approved. Thanet's only official RDA approved riding centre and the largest local Pony Club Centre, with over 350 riders per week. Full instructor team trained in first aid with onsite defibrillator. NVQ, National Diploma and BHS Stages 1 to 4 training courses. Large cafe open at weekends (Food Hygiene 5-star), viewing gallery to indoor school, equine solarium and shower.

Facilities

Indoor Arena

Outdoor Arena

Floodlit

Stabling

Tack Room

Show Jumps

Cross Country Course

Cafe

Viewing Gallery

Livery

Parking

Toilets

Disabled Access

Wifi

This venue takes bookings online.

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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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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.