Not sure where to start? We recommend booking onto one of our Equestrian Experiences. This will give you a chance to meet the team, and the ponies, giving you a taste of life at Rudyard.
We have experiences available for all ages and abilities. Please note that for the welfare of our ponies we have a 10 stone rider weight limit.
Friendships that last a lifetime!
These 3 hour sessions take place on Saturdays, 10am-1pm. Including a 45 minute group lesson, taught by our senior coaches on our school master ponies along with pony care, stable management and team building with the option of working towards ABRS Rosette Awards.
Suitable for children aged 6-18.
Available April to October.
Not sure where to start?
Our Equestrian Experiences are a great introduction to riding. Meet and greet your pony, prepare the feed, feed the pony, learn how to groom, pamper the pony, tack up and have an intro lesson. From age 2 upwards. Non-ridden options available. Perfect for families, as a weekly aor as a secial gift.
£38 per person for 30 minutes with ride
£58 per person for an hour with lesson.
£85 per person for half day with rosette and certificate.
Available April to October.
The perfect family treat day.
Our mini family sessions have been designed so that multiple generations can benefit from the joy of horses together. Feed the ponies, choose your favourite and have a go at brushing before taking your pony for a walk.
Why not treat yourself to an ice cream afterwards!
£10 per person. Please note this session does not include riding.
Available April to October.
Our pony days take place during the school holidays on Mondays and Tuesdays for children who are happy to stay on Happy Hill without a parent.
Full day (9.30am - 3.00pm) - £85.00
Includes pony care, stable management and team building plus a 45 minute group lesson on one of our school master ponies, taught by our senior coaches. Working towards ABRS Rosette Awards, rosette and certificate included.
Half day (10am - 1pm) - £58:00 or £68.00 to include a rosette award and certificate.
30 minute 1-1 lesson taught by our senior coaches on our school master ponies.
For two riders. 30 minute 1-1 lesson taught by our senior coaches on your own pony or horse.
45 minute group lesson taught by our senior coaches on our school master ponies.
Lessons for beginners taught by our senior coaches on our school master ponies.
10 minute intro lesson - £28.00
20 minute (lead rein) lesson - £38.00
30 minute lesson - £48.00
30 minute 1-1 lesson taught by our senior coaches on your own pony or horse.
For children aged 2-5, our tots sessions are a great way to get out in the fresh air, grooming, feeding and caring for our ponies while learning the basics. A great introduction to the equestrian world.
Starting at £14.00 for a pony ride with feeding or £24.00 to include grooming and turning your pony into a unicorn.
Children ready for a longer lesson can upgrade to full pony experience session, which includes all the above plus a lesson for £38.00.
These sessions make great gifts!
1 or 2 hours of pony care in our calm, tranquil yard in rural Staffordshire. Spend time with our ponies, groom and feed them. Ridden sessions also available. Perfect for children for who find it difficult to learn in a classroom environment.
£48.00 with a walk on, or off the pony or £60.00 including a lesson.
Get in touch to book, so that we can tailor your bespoke session.
Early and later sessions available on request, for children who prefer a calmer experience.
Groups and schools welcome.
1 or 2 hr hour wellbeing session, for children or adults. Feed, groom and spend time with our ponies in the tranquil surroundings of our peaceful, countryside home. Suitable for any age, so long as participants are able to remain calm at all times around the ponies for safety reasons.
Sessions can include riding, or on foot or with wheel chair, learning to lead a pony safely.
£48.00 with a walk on, or off the pony or £60.00 including a lesson.
Get in touch to book.
Not all classrooms have walls, and our flexi home-ed sessions are perfect for home educated children who want to get out in nature and spend time caring for our friendly ponies.
Why not attend weekly and work towards the rosette awards?
£38.00 for 40 minutes.
£58.00 with a lesson.
£48 with walk or ride.
Full or half day flexi options for children attending Mondays and Tuesdays.
Get in touch to book, so that we can tailor your bespoke session.
Non-ridden sessions which can be tailored to any age and ability, though participants must be able to follow simple instructions and remain calm around the ponies for safety reasons. Ideal for parents and grandparents who can no longer ride But love to be around our equine friends.
Family mini sessions from £10 per person.
Minimum of 2 participants for the family sessions. No age restrictions. A perfect way for multi- generational families to enjoy time together.
Bespoke dressage training on your own horse. Individual and shared lessons.
Two day dressage camps run Wednesdays overnight, available for groups by request.
Trainers have ridden to, or trained to international standard.
Grab your best friends, bring your birthday cake and join us to celebrate your special day.
Meet, feed and groom your pony, learn how to tack up, have an intro lesson and maybe even treat yourself to an ice cream. Go home with your own birthday rosette and certificate.
£48.00 per hour per child, or £68.00 for 2 hours per child. Includes certificate and rosette.
Available April-October. Riding dependent on weather conditions.
If you have a well behaved hobby horse you are welcome to hire our arena to jump around in!
Bring your friends! Parties welcome.
£10 per child for 15 minutes.
Group of 4-7 children - £40 for 30 mins.
Group of 8 children - £60 for 1 hour.
Please only consume food bought at our clubhouse. Please walk on the yard - cantering in the arena only.
To cancel your session, you must give 48 hours notice to be eligible for a refund (refunds less VAT) or a transfer of session to another day. Refunds given at the discretion of Rudyard Equestrian Centre.
Depending on availability, we may be able to reschedule your session. You must give 24 hours notice. Re-scheduling is at the discretion of Rudyard Equestrian Centre.
Safety is paramount so in the event of adverse weather we will contact you to reschedule your session to a time convenient for you.
We're always happy to welcome visitors onto the yard. We can show you around, answer your questions or concerns and parents are always welcome to stay and watch while your children enjoy their pony experience. Pop in and see us!
ST13 8PF, Leek, Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom
Find us on Rudyard Lane (the B5331) directly opposite the exit from Rudyard Miniature Railway, by the bridge. Come up the lane following the signs and find us at the top of the hill.
Today | By Appointment |
Mondays - 10am - 5pm
Tuesdays - 10am - 5pm
Wednesdays Dressage coaching/camps strictly by appointment only
Thursdays/Fridays - private training by appointment only
Saturdays - 10am - 5pm
Sundays - 10am - 5pm