Horse Riding Break for Two in the New Forest

Please wear full length trousers or jeans and sturdy shoes or boots with a small heel. The heel is important for safety, preventing your foot getting caught in the stirrup. We would prefer shoulders are covered so at least a T shirt please. A pair of gloves is often useful especially in cold or wet weather.We will ride out if it is raining so please bring suitable wet weather clothing if it looks like it may rain

Stay for one night's B&B on the southern edge of the forest, just a short walk from the open forest and from the stables where your trusty steed will be waiting to take you riding out amongst the wild ponies and foals and on into the leafy glades of the forest enclosures. There you may well spy the herds of deer or other inhabitants of the peaceful woodlands.

Beginners and more experienced riders are welcome. There are many places of interest to visit, places to eat and other activities to enjoy locally.

This Riding Break is based on two people sharing a double room en suite with continental breakfast at Bashley House or a similar graded B&B close to the stables. The break includes two 2 hour rides in western saddle for novice riders or traditional saddle for riders who are competent at rising trot. Please note our rides do not canter, gallop or jump.

Usual itinerary is arrival lunchtime Day 1 and depart after riding lunchtime Day 2. Additional nights and riding can be arranged

Minimum age is 12yrs

Maximum weight is 15 stone.

The experience is unsuitable during pregnancy.

It may also be unsuitable for some disabilities, so please check before booking

Selected dates between February and November. Whilst we will always try for last minute bookings it is best to book at least a 6 weeks in advance.

This experience is not suitable for spectators

Important: Once booked there is no cancellation or change.

We will ride out if it is raining. It is not practical to take cameras, back packs etc on the rides. Our staff will be pleased to assist in taking pictures with your camera on the yard.

Riders are required to sign a registration form before they can ride. Western Trails are at walk and jog pace only and include beginner riders. More experienced riders will be unable to take a faster pace. To join Walk and Trot Hacks in traditional saddle riders must be able to show they are competent and in control at rising trot before riding out. We do not canter, gallop or jump on Forest rides.

Please allow plenty of time for your journey to the stables. There can be long delays at weekends and holiday periods.

The nearest Railway Station is New Milton from London Waterloo.