Tanglewood Equestrian Centre
About this yard
Tanglewood Equestrian Centre at Boyes Lane, Colden Common near Winchester is a small, friendly riding school and livery yard offering good quality instruction with trained instructors in reasonably sized groups (max 7 children, 4 adults). Owner Sally Thompson is BHSAI(IT) with 30 years teaching and competition experience, specialising in BSJA showjumping training. Instruction in flatwork, showjumping, introduction to cross country, lunge lessons and in-hand work. Wide range of horses and ponies suit all abilities. Activities include own-a-pony day, Kidz Club (Sat afternoons and Sun mornings), dressage competitions, pony weeks and birthday parties. Part and working livery service.
Facilities
Pricing
From £41
50-minute group lessons £41 child, £46 adult. Semi-private lessons £41 (30 minutes, child) and £51 (50 minutes, adult). Private lessons £46 for 30 minutes and £61 for 50 minutes (£71 with Sally or Jodie). Two-hour Pony Club sessions £56. Prices from the yard's website, October 2026; check current rates with the yard.
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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.
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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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