Tor Royal Trekking Stables
About this yard
Tor Royal Trekking Stables at Princetown sits on top of Dartmoor near Dartmoor Prison. Family-run, with trekking across open moorland and lunch rides stopping at moorland pubs. Visitors can groom their pony under expert guidance before riding. Rides pass historic sites including Fox Tor Mire and along the Tinners Way. Locations along the route featured in the filming of Steven Spielberg's "War Horse" and Sherlock Holmes' "Hound of the Baskervilles". Dartmoor weather is highly changeable, so a waterproof is essential year-round.
Facilities
This venue takes bookings by phone.
Call Tor Royal Trekking Stables 01822 890189Frequently asked questions
Do they take beginners?
How much does an hour lesson cost?
Can children under five ride?
What facilities do they have for riders?
Are there lunch rides available?
Is there guidance for grooming the ponies?
What to wear
Standard guidance for equestrian yards in the UK. Check with your yard if you're unsure.
A correctly fitted hat to current safety standards (PAS 015 or VG1). Bicycle helmets are not permitted. Hats are available to hire, usually reserved for first-time riders.
Subject to availability, contact the yard to confirm before your visit.
Boots with a small heel, riding boots, walking boots or wellies all work. Trainers and flat-soled shoes are not permitted for safety reasons.
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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