If you are looking for an equestrian holiday in Ireland with professional instruction in all three disciplines, the opportunity to enjoy trekking through extensive farmland areas and first class accommodation in a beautifully restored old granary barn, then look no further! No matter what the weather you are guaranteed a superb horse riding holiday; facilities include indoor and outdoor arenas, a cross-country schooling area with over 130 obstacles and extensive hacking on the 380 acre farm. You can be sure of a traditional warm 'Irish' welcome, all of the instructors are fully qualified and the centre is British Horse Society Approved so you can rest assured that your safety and enjoyment will be a top priority.
Accommodation
Your accommodation can only be described as luxurious, the granary barn has been sumptuously fitted out to the highest standards with pitch-pine floors, oak beams and open fires. All of the bedrooms are en-suite and there is a choice of family rooms, twin rooms and double rooms. Accommodation is full board, all meals are catered for in the superb bistro where food is freshly prepared using local produce.
Typical Day
Breakfast is served at 9.00am during which time an instructor will discuss with you the day's activities, which horse you would like to ride and which discipline you would like your lesson in.
Around 10.00am guests usually go onto the yard to assist in the preparation of the horse that they will be riding; don't worry staff are always available to help and advise you if required. After this, lessons will commence in your chosen discipline in either the indoor or outdoor schools.
Lunch is taken at around 12.45am in the house, this usually consists of quiche, toasted sandwiches, homemade soup, granary bread, salad etc.
The ride out this afternoon takes place around 2.30pm, now you will leave for the fields and the choice is yours again; you can either enjoy some schooling practise over the huge variety of cross-country fences or just relax and enjoy the view!
We know that the vast majority of riders do not aspire to compete and jump big fences so there are lots of small logs and simple jumps for those who just want to have fun. However, if you do have aspirations for greater things there are jumps to suit you too.
At 4.30pm the horses are untacked and put away for a rest and you too will have time to relax before your evening meal. You can take a trip into the local town which is only 6 minutes away by car, or maybe just read a book from the large selection available in the house.
Dinner is served at 7.00pm, this is time for everyone to chat about the days events...this can continue late into the night in typical Irish fashion!
Horses
Horses are available for all ages and levels of experience. Whether you are a complete beginner and have never ridden a horse before or you are a seasoned horseman looking for some challenging cross-country riding, we have the horse to suit you. The horses are typical Irish types, some homebred and all selected for their wonderful temperament and reliability.
Transport
The centre is only 50 miles from Dublin where low cost flights are available from Ryan Air and Aer Lingus. Collection can be arranged from the airport, although the most economical option is to hop on the new airport bus service which stops in the local town and you will be collected from here.
Non-Riders
Non-riders are welcome, here in the heart of Ireland there are a host of local attractions to visit so you can be sure that you won't be board!
Prices
One week full board (7 nights) and 12 hours of riding costs £739.00 per person
Short break stays (4 nights) full board and 6 hours of riding costs £449.00 per person
There is a 20% discount for under 12 year olds and a much reduced non-rider price.
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