Two hour ride over Dartmoor with unrivalled views!
This experience will last a total of approx. 2 hours with approx. 2 hours in the saddle.
Arrive at 10am to complete all the necessary paperwork and hat fitting; you will also be introduced to your horse or pony, and meet your instructor, who will brief you according to your ability and experience.
You will ride out of the stables and onto the moors for a two hour ride over Dartmoor, incorporating unrivalled views, while your lead ride points out the various places of interest and tells you of the history and ledgend of the area.
See the famous Fox Tor Mire, inspiration for the Hound of the Baskervilles, and the quarry where the granite for the first London Bridge was sourced!
For this ride you must be able to walk, trot and canter confidently.
We would normally expect to walk, trot and canter on all rides of over an hour, unless by prior arrangement (at time of booking),or if a group of people all of same ability book at the same time.
Special Conditions
* Weight limit of 14 stone
* Experienced riders only
* Should be able to get on and off horse with no/minimal assistance
* Riding hats provided (if own is used it must comform to current safety standards)
* Flat shoes or boots with a small heel should be worn
* Warm layers of clothing, gloves,and a water/windproof outer layer recommended as Dartmoor temperature varies throughout the day.
* Waterproof leggings for loan free of charge if available
Each voucher entitles
one person
to participate in this experience. The voucher is
non-transferable, which means that only the person named on the voucher can use it.
The voucher remains valid for bookings for 6 months from the date of purchase.
Please contact the operator using the details printed on your voucher to arrange a date for
your event.
We recommend that you purchase your voucher and make a booking for your event at least one month prior to your chosen date. This is particularly important for weekend events.
Event takes place at Yelverton in Devon .
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