Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Ranch closure from 18 March 2020
Following the latest government advice to avoid all non-essential gatherings we have decided to temporarily close The Ranch from Wednesday 18 March 2020, until further notice, to play our part in the global effort to stem the coronavirus spread. Safety is our number one priority and we wish to do everything we can to support the nation’s efforts at this difficult time. For more information and for those with upcoming bookings, click here. (Updated 18 March 2020).
Your magical experience with a Shetland pony
Starter rides are delightful pony riding experiences for children from age 2 ½ to around 10 years old.
Starter Rides are 45 minutes long and specially designed first riding experiences for children from age 2½ years old. They cost £40 per child. They are available from March – November by appointment only.
Please note your child MUST be 2 and a half years old at the time of the ride. We cannot take children under two years six months age. We open on 7 March 2020 until end November.
Or give us a call on 07734 950 309.
Here’s what happens on a Starter Ride:
Children get to meet and greet the ponies, brush them, help to tack them up with a one to one helper and lead them. When they are really comfortable with the pony we sit them on and they have a 20-minute lead rein ride around our meadows. When they return they help to put the pony away and look after him. Starter rides are a really special and children are given a pony certificate to remember their morning by.
Watch the video to find out more:
On Starter Rides, the children will:
- Meet the ponies and staff
- Learn safety points
- Groom the ponies
- Tack up
- Put on our riding hat
- Learn to lead their pony
- Gentle ride on the lead rein in our meadows with our staff
- Care for their pony on their return
- Drink and collect your certificate at prize giving
When are Starter Rides held?
Saturdays: 11.15am and 12.15pm
Sundays: 12.15pm
Starter Ride afternoons 2.15pm and 3.15pm some Saturdays throughout the season
School Holiday weekdays 10am (excluding Fridays – pony rest day) March – November.
45 minutes – £40
Parents must stay with their children. Children MUST be two and a half years old. No exceptions!
Please wear outdoor shoes or wellingtons and bring your camera
We provide the latest specification of riding hats. Special riding clothes are not needed.
How can I book?
Don’t miss out on the perfect way to start with ponies. We open on 7 March 2020 until end November.
Or give us a call on 07734 950 309. We get really busy, so do book ahead to avoid disappointment.
We have beautiful gift vouchers that last for the whole season that are available in our shop: Gift vouchers available in our shop
If you would like more information do call us: 07734 950 309 or email us at info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk
You can also look at our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
