Horse Riding
Of all the ways to experience the beautiful places of Cornwall, seeing it on horseback must be one of the most relaxing. Climb in the saddle and explore the beaches, woods and countryside of Cornwall on a form of transport which is ideally suited to the beauty and tranquillity of this wonderful place.
Cornwall has many Riding Schools who cater to all ages and levels of riding ability. Whether you're an experienced rider confident to explore on your own, or a novice wanting to join a group to make your first journey on horseback, Cornwall can provide you with the riding school to meet your needs.
The following riding centres are within a short distance of Valleybrook:
St.Veep Riding Stables
St.Veep Riding Stables are located just 3 miles from Valleybrook. Riding camps for both adults and children are just one the many attractions, where Josephine and her staff pride themselves on the individual attention given to their clients and the care lavished on their horses and ponies. On top of a hill overlooking Fowey and Polruan, with stunning views of land and sea, this is a really lovely place to learn to ride, and the standard lessons - group, semi-private or private - cater for all ages and abilities. Other offerings include rides and lessons for tiny tots, all-day and half-day sessions for `Saddle Addicts', hacking by the hour and residential courses. Contact: 01208 873521.
Polean Equestrian Centre
The Polean Equestrian Centre has
riding horses and ponies suitable for all ages and abilities. Whether
you wish to learn to ride for pleasure to enjoy a gentle hack or pony
trek across some of the Cornwall’s many bridle paths, or to take up an
equestrian sport such as show jumping, dressage or eventing, this is
the place to go. Please contact them for more details of their services
Tel: 01503 272727/07033 211594.
Lower Tokenbury Equestrian Centre
The
Lower Tokenbury Equestrian Centre welcomes holiday visitors to their
approved ABRS and Pony Club Centre facilities. Groups are kept small
with many of their regular customers visiting several times a year to
enjoy the cross country instruction and moor land riding. The centre
also provides training for dressage, cross country and show jumping as
well as competing locally or nationally. Contact: 01579 362747.
For more information on these riding schools use the links above:
