Thompson House Equestrian Centre
About this yard
Thompson House Equestrian Centre is set on 84 acres of open countryside at Standish near Wigan, operating as a BHS Approved Centre with strong links to community and disability provision through a partnership with the My Life charity. The centre delivers accessible riding for scouts, schools, nurseries, colleges, and community groups alongside individual riders. Riding lessons are available from beginner level upwards, with morning and afternoon pony sessions for children covering riding, grooming, pony care, and pony games. Pony Activity Days cater for groups of all sizes, and the indoor and outdoor floodlit arenas are available for hourly hire and block bookings for camps, clinics, shows, and events. RDA sessions and an accessible site design make genuine inclusion central to the offer, and the Stable Door cafe rounds out the visitor experience.
Facilities
Pricing
Contact for pricing
This venue takes bookings by phone.
Call Thompson House Equestrian Centre 01257 676003Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
Do they take beginners for riding lessons?
Are there activities for children?
Is the venue accessible for disabled riders?
Can I book a pony activity day for a group?
Do they have facilities for indoor riding?
What to wear
Standard guidance for equestrian yards in the UK. Check with your yard if you're unsure.
A hat to a current recognised safety standard. Requirements can vary, so check with the yard before you ride.
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.
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.
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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.
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