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Western Horse Riding Experience

  £145
BSRWD
7 hrs
  • Catch, groom and tack up your horse, western-style
  • A western-style riding lesson - easier to learn than English style and much more comfortable!
  • Hit the trail on a ride into the beautiful forest
  • Perfect for complete beginners and experienced riders
  • Includes a cowboy-style breakfast and a hearty lunch

About

Discover your inner cowboy (or cowgirl) on this great day out in the New Forest, England's answer to the Wild West (okay there's lots of trees and not many cacti, but bear with us). You'll start off with coffee, bacon rolls and a briefing from your ranch hand. Then head up to the field to meet and catch your horse, before learning how to groom and tack him up Western style. Then have a Western riding lesson in the arena - it's easier to learn and feels more secure than riding English-style, so it's great even for beginners. And those cowboys had to spend all day in the saddle, so they made damn sure it was comfortable! Take a break for a barbecue lunch and then head off on the Western Trail into the forest. You'll finish up back at the ranch, to untack, rub down and feed your horse, and turn him out to pasture before you settle down to a well-earned coffee. Rawhide!

Locations

  • New Milton, Hampshire

Reviews

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A Wonderful And Most Enjoyable Day
Angela G
17 Oct 2008
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Move Over John Wayne
Jo W
28 Sep 2008
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Most Enjoyable Day
Tracy R
24 Jul 2008
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Brought Back Memories
Danielle M
29 Jun 2008
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Fantastic day
Vicky N
24 Feb 2008

Key Info

Availability: Fridays and Sundays at least once a month all year round.
Participant Guidelines: Minimum age 12. Minimum height 5'. Maximum weight 15 stone. Unsuitable for pregnant women and anyone with visual or hearing impairments. Epileptics need a signed medical declaration from their doctor; other disabilities must be declared prior to booking.
Weather: This experience will not be cancelled due to bad weather.
Duration: Your day lasts around 7 hours, including up to 4 hours riding. Please arrive on time; late arrivals cannot always be accommodated and refunds are not possible.
Numbers On Day: There will be a maximum of 12 people riding with you.
Spectators: Spectators are welcome to watch you ride and join you for lunch at a cost of £15 per person. Please contact the venue to book and pay for spectators at least three days in advance.
Dress Code: Wear a long-sleeved top, long trousers and sturdy boots or shoes with a small heel (trainers and flat shoes aren't suitable). Dress with the weather in mind. Bring a riding hat if you have one; if not, one will be provided.
Other Info: Traffic congestion at Lyndhurst can add considerable time to weekend or holiday journeys. All western trails are mixed ability and are conducted at a gentle pace: walk and trot only. Complete beginners welcome. Cameras can't be taken on the ride.
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