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Reviews - The reviews here are based on
experiences at the establishments listed, they are not aware that they
are being reviewed at the time (no preferential treatment). The prices
listed were current at the time the ride was undertaken but you should
always phone first to find out latest prices and arrangements.
Submitting a review
If
 you've been riding somewhere, you can
submit your review by sending me an
email. Reviews may be submitted for horse treks, riding
holidays or riding centres or instructors. When submitting a
review you should also give an indication of your riding level, try to
consider whether the service/horses offered would be suitable for other
riders, especially those starting out.
If you are taking lessons, let everyone
know about your instructor or the riding centre you're attending.
If you are looking for lessons, take a look at the reviews here.
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Turn up early. Sort out payment, get
to know your horse and don't keep a group waiting.
Don't over exaggerate your riding ability! Tell the trek operator
how long you've been riding for,(work out how many hours if you only
take lessons) how secure you are at walk, trot or canter, if you've
jumped.
Take a small backpack, bumbag or make sure you have
decent sized pockets in your shirt that close securely for things like
car keys (things stuffed in pants pockets could be quite
uncomfortable!). Remember your sunglasses (with a tether)
and sunscreen or a raincoat depending on the weather. If you wish
to take photos I'd suggest using one of the throwaway cameras - if you
drop it it (or worse fall on it) it won't be a total disaster and yet
you'll still have photos of your trek.
During many treks, riders who wish to take
it easy walk ahead with the trek leader. If you wish to go at a
faster pace you should check with the trek leader first (to find out
where they're heading) and then hold your horse back, once the group has
moved on you can catch up at whatever pace you like. Make sure
that you slow down again as you rejoin the group so that novice rider's
horses aren't upset or excited.
With other treks you may be split into
groups of different abilities or faster riders may be encouraged to ride
on ahead - always check before charging off into the sunset to find out
what's acceptable and be considerate of other riders.
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No riding in your area? Contact your local council or regional authority - don't just leave it to others - take action! Get in contact with local pony clubs and riding groups to make submissions for public riding access and policies. |
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