Name: Rheidol Riding Centre
Rating: 5.0

Rheidol Riding Centre

Rheidol Riding Centre, Aberystwyth, UK

1-90 Years

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Rheidol Riding Centre is a British Horse Society approved Riding, Training, and Examination Centre with full-size floodlit indoor and outdoor arenas, a showjumping and cross-country course, and extensive trekking and hacking in the scenic Rheidol Valley, four miles from Aberystwyth. Lessons run six days a week for children and adults, individually or in groups, covering flat work, show jumping, and cross-country. Leisure riding includes 30-minute lead rein walks, longer hacks, and the Half & Half package combining arena tuition with countryside rides. Hacking is year-round, with all-day rides available for regular riders.

Hacking prices are £35 per person for Half & Half (three riders), £35 for one-hour group rides for regulars (£40 for non-regulars), and £45 out of season or £55 in season for one-hour shared rides.

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Activities:
- Riding Lessons: Lessons are offered six days a week for children and adults, either individually or in small groups. Instruction covers flat work, show jumping, and cross-country. Lessons can be conducted in Welsh if specified at the time of booking. Lead rein walks are available for children aged four and above, with a parent or guardian required for younger participants. Private lessons can last 30 or 45 minutes and take place in the indoor or outdoor arena, or on the show jumping field during summer months. Lessons can also be arranged around the Cross Country course, either privately or in groups. Weekly group lessons in flatwork or jumping are available, with arrangements made to accommodate riders at appropriate levels.
- Leisure Riding: Leisure riding caters to all levels of experience. Lead rein walks of 30 minutes are suitable for small children on quiet ponies. The Half & Half package combines arena tuition for 30 minutes with a 30-minute countryside ride, providing beginners with both instruction and practical riding experience. Hacking is available throughout the year, ranging from one hour to two and a half hours for experienced riders who can canter confidently. All-day rides through the historic Cambrian mountains can be arranged for regular riders with prior arrangements. Riders must not exceed a weight limit of 15 stone. Safety helmets are provided free of charge, and body protectors are available for hire.
- Cross-Country and Show Jumping: Lessons on the cross-country course are available either privately or in groups. Show jumping lessons are conducted in the fields during the summer months, offering riders the opportunity to practice in varied outdoor environments.
- Pony Club: The Pony Club at Rheidol is a thriving centre with weekly sessions from Tuesday to Saturday, offering groups for all levels from beginners to long-standing members. Sessions include one hour of riding and one hour of stable management. Members progress through Pony Club tests and have the opportunity to earn badges covering skills from first aid to riding safely on roads. Additional opportunities include participation in Pony Club Mounted Games and competitions in dressage, show jumping, cross-country, and mounted games.
Livery:
- Stables: Each stable includes its own storage section, feed storage, and private tack room. Livery packages are flexible, ranging from full DIY to part livery or grass livery, with arrangements tailored to meet individual needs.
- Paddocks: Two large fields accommodate full and grass liveries, with additional smaller paddocks available for specific requirements. All paddocks feature watering systems and shelter for the horses.
Places To Stay Locally: https://rheidol-riding-centre.co.uk/places-to-stay-locally/

Facilities

Indoor School: A 40m x 20m indoor arena fitted with lights and a sprinkler system ensures comfortable lessons all year round, rain or shine. A spectator gallery allows competitions to be held regularly. In summer, the arena is also used alongside the cross-country course.
Cross-Country Course: The 22-jump cross-country course caters to all levels, from mini 1ft jumps to minimus, novice, and intermediate heights of approximately 3ft. Lessons are available on a one-to-one or group basis with instructors.
Outdoor School: A 40m x 20m floodlit outdoor school is set against scenic hill views, providing an ideal location for lessons or competition warm-ups.
Livery: Livery services are offered, mainly on a DIY basis, with full or part livery occasionally available. Each horse has a stable and unlimited grazing. Indoor and outdoor arenas are accessible when not in use by the riding centre. Experienced staff provide full support, and lessons, hacks, and competitions are available.
Bridle Paths: An extensive network of bridle paths begins at the centre entrance, providing safe trekking routes through the Rheidol Valley and showcasing the area’s natural beauty.

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Hacking
- Half and half (3 people): £35 each
- One hour group: £35 regular / £40 non-regular
- One hour shared: £45 out of season / £55 in season
- One hour private: £60 (by request, out of season)
- 2.5hr hack: £70 each (3+ people) / £90 each (2 people)
- 4 hour hack: £105
- Lead Rein hack adult: £30
- Lead Rein hack children (under 16): £20
- One hour hack + half hour lesson: £80
- Day ride: £135
- Private day ride with Iola Evans: £350
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