Oaklands School of Riding
About this yard
The Oaklands School of Riding has roots going back over 50 years, with the current centre formally established in 1995. A string of 58 school horses and ponies is one of the largest in Leicestershire, providing an exceptional range of mounts for every rider size and ability level from age 4. As a BHS Approved centre, Oaklands offers private, semi-private, and group lessons, a Pony Club with mounted sessions every Friday, and holiday pony club days. Oaklands maintains a strong commitment to inclusivity: two Riding for the Disabled Association groups meet at the centre each week, serving both children and adults. Facilities include two floodlit outdoor arenas with a full set of show jumps, an indoor school, and a small cross-country course available for hire, a well-rounded offering for riders with both recreational and competitive ambitions. Run by mother and daughter Julie and Lottie, the school moved to its current Ratcliffe-on-the-Wreake site in September 2020 and reopened to the public in May 2022. Fancy dress days are among the children's activities on offer.
Facilities
Pricing
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This venue takes bookings by phone.
Call Oaklands School of Riding 07769 603962Frequently asked questions
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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 must be covered, no vest tops or shorts. Jackets and coats should be fastened securely. Waterproofs are recommended for outdoor lessons.
Long hair should be tied back in a ponytail before putting on your helmet. All jewellery must be removed before riding.
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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