Urchinwood Manor Riding and Event Centre
About this yard
Urchinwood Manor Riding and Event Centre is a BHS-approved facility set in the North Somerset countryside near Shipham, with views across to the Mendip Hills. The centre offers a comprehensive facilities package: a covered indoor school, a large outdoor arena and a cross-country course across the surrounding farmland. One of its distinguishing features is a programme of sidesaddle tuition, a relatively rare offering outside specialist venues. As well as conventional flatwork and jumping, the centre hosts training days, clinics and unaffiliated competitions, and the event capability extends to venue hire for private competitions and training groups.
Facilities
Pricing
Lessons bookable online via ECPro. Contact the centre on 01934 833248 or enquiries@urchinwoodmanor.co.uk for current pricing and lesson availability.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Hours are sourced from Google and the venue. Always confirm with the venue before visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Do they take beginners for lessons?
What's the parking like at the venue?
How much does an hour lesson cost?
Is there a cross-country course available?
Are there facilities for sidesaddle riding?
Can I hire the venue for a private event or competition?
Is the venue suitable for children?
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.
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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