Family Day Out at the Stables

Family Day Out at the Stables
Family Day Out at the Stables
Family Day Out at the Stables
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RDAFM
3 hrs
Reading, Berkshire
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£99
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  • Key Info
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  • About

    A perfect way to spend some quality time together as a family -novice or experienced, riding is a brilliant way to introduce the kids to a new hobby where parent also get involved. After being introduced to their ponies the instructor will teach the youngsters how to tack up before heading out for a half hour to one hour lesson within the grounds and an assessment of their abilities in order to best plan a follow up activity. Then adults can lead the children on a hack (including walk and trot) in countryside or woodland (cantering is not permitted outside the arenas during initial visits). The children have an hour and a half riding time, followed by soup and sandwiches for all of you. At the end everyone has the opportunity to groom a horse.

    • Get the kids out riding in the English countryside
    • Perfect for novices and more experienced riders
    • An hour and a half in the saddle for both youngsters
    • Adults get to lead the kids' horses before everyone enjoys a light lunch

  • Key Info

    Availability

    Seven days a week throughout the year.

    Participant Guidelines

    Suitable for two adults (18 or over) leading and two children (no younger than seven) riding. Max weight 15 stone. Riding experience not necessary as suitable for total beginners. Mounts will be chosen according to age and riding experience.

    Weather

    Riding may be cancelled or curtailed in extreme weather (e.g. heavy rain or snow) for your safety as well as that of the horses. If you have any concerns about the weather, please call the venue before leaving home.

    Duration

    Your experience lasts around three hours. Total riding time is around an hour and a half. Lunch lasts approximately one hour. Please arrive a few minutes in advance of your booked start time, to ensure a prompt start.

    Numbers On Day

    In addition to your group of four, you may share your session with up to four others.

    Spectators

    Spectators are welcome and can join you for lunch at a cost of £7 per person, payable on the day by cash or cheque only.

    Dress Code

    Wear comfortable clothing e.g. leggings, jodhpurs or track suit bottoms, with wellingtons or riding boots. Jeans, trainers or lace-up shoes are not recommended. You may bring your own hats if you have them, if not the centre will supply them.

    Other Info

    Please note that adults can lead but do NOT ride any of the horses. Please be aware that smoking is only permitted within a dedicated area. Please bring your booking confirmation with you on the day.

  • Reviews

    Really Good Day

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    Susan H, 08 Jan 2011

    The girls really enjoyed the experience and said they want to go back. The people were friendly and made us feel really welcome.

    Excellent Day Out, The Kids Loved It!

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    Susan B, 24 Oct 2009

    It was a great day out and well organised. The kids loved the time with the horses and staff were helpful and informative.

    Fantastic Family Activity

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    Julie D, 17 May 2009

    The whole family enjoyed a lovely day out in the fresh air and beautiful Berkshire countryside. The staff where very friendly and welcoming. They also appeared to be very knowledgeable and inspired lots of confidence in the children which enabled them to fully participate and enjoy their riding experience. The day's activity followed exactly the details issued in our booking lettter, i.e. time to groom and get to know a pony, a short lesson in the riding school followed by a long walk through the surrounding fields and woods. By the time we returned to the stables we had all built up a healthy appetite and were greeted by a lovely lady who had prepared bacon rolls ready for our return. She was also more than happy to refresh our plates with a second round of sandwiches followed by ice cream! Well it was quite a long trek around the countryside! All in all a fantastic day was enjoyed by all and the children think we should come back on a regular basis!

    City Slickers Go Riding!

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    Claire D, 02 May 2009

    What a fantastic and refreshing way for a family to spend the day together: a day out riding and walking together in lovely countryside. The children, both novice riders, were made to feel special and inspired with confidence to experience something new (thanks to the lovely lady at the stables who had such a lovely manner). It was completely relaxing for the adults too, who got to lead the horses and walk alongside. Everyone smiled the whole day long. We had a special experience as we were in our own little family group of 4 for the whole thing: the lesson, the ride, the lunch. Thank you to all at Red Letter Days and at the stables for a fantastic day.

    Kids Had A Lovely Time

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    Louise B, 26 Jul 2008

    Had a lovely day. There were a lot of people on different types of Red Letter Days, but it was very well organised.

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