Legendary Halloween Pumpkin Rides
It’s a spooky day at the Ranch and we are getting ready for our Legendary Halloween Pumpkin Rides
Watch the video to find our what happens on our Legendary Halloween Pumpkin Rides
October Half Term is here!
During the two weeks of October Half Term we have lots of pony riding and learning, with Half Day Pony Camps Starter Rides, Own a Pony Experiences, NEW Mini Halloween Pumpkin Rides from age 3 and Halloween Pumpkin Rides from age 4.
We are open daily until Sunday 2 November 2025, (except ponies’ rest day on Friday 24 October). Pony riding is by appointment only – book ahead as we get busy.
NEW Half-Day Pony Camps (Age 4+)
Enjoy action-packed pony riding and learning for beginners, with a Shetland Pony.
Why book a Half Day Pony Camp?
- Outdoor fun
- Different themes each day
- Safe for beginners
- Best day ever
What’s Included
- Learning to Ride on a Shetland Pony with a one to one helper
- Practical Pony Care Skills
- Pony Themed Craft and Learning
Last date for 2025:
- Tuesday, 28 October – Vet Day – only 4 spaces left
Timing: 9.30am – 1:00pm
Age: 4 years to 10+
Price: £100 per day
NEW Mini Halloween Pumpkin Rides (Age 3-6)
Take part in our gentle and fun Mini Halloween Pumpkin Rides – ideal for those little people age 3+. Enjoy Halloween-themed pony dress up and learn to ride along a short pumpkin path, followed by a candy trail and a rosette presentation.
Each child will have their own pony and helper. The perfect non-scary treat at Halloween for your little witches and wizards aged 3 to 6 years old. 3/4 hour long. £65 child. Children may come in fancy dress.
New Mini Halloween Pumpkin Rides (Age 3+)
- Thursday 23 October – 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- Sunday 26 October – 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- NEW DATE! Monday 27 October – 12.15pm – SPACES
- Tuesday 28 October – 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- Wednesday 29 October – 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- Thursday 30 October – 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- NEW DATE! Friday, 31 October – 9.30am – SPACES
- Friday 31 October – 12.15pm –FULLY BOOKED
- Sunday 2 Novermber – 9am & 12.15pm – ONE SPACE LEFT
Please note your child MUST be 3 years old at the time of their ride.
Our Legendary Halloween Pumpkin Rides are back! (Age 4-10)
Enjoy our legendary Halloween Pumpkin Rides, which are themed pony treasure hunts for pony-mad witches and wizards. Enjoy 1½ hours of pony riding and learning at The Ranch, during October Half-Term.
Halloween Pumpkin Rides start with pony dress-up Halloween style, followed by a long beginner’s ride through our beautiful meadows to a pumpkin candy trail. There are special rosettes for all riders.
Each child will have their own pony and helper. The perfect Half Term treat at Halloween for your little witches and wizards aged 4 to 10 years old. 1.5 hours. £85 child. Children may come in fancy dress.
Halloween Pumpkin Rides (Age 4 +) for 2025:
- Sunday 26 October – 2.30pm – ONE SPACE LEFT
- Monday 27 October – 10.30am – FULLY BOOKED
- NEW DATE! Tuesday 28 October – 2.30pm – SPACES
- Wednesday, 29 October 10:30am – FULLY BOOKED
- NEW DATE! Thursday 30 October – 2.30pm – SPACES
- NEW DATE! Halloween Friday 31 October 14:30pm – SPACES
- Saturday 1 November 14:30pm – ONE SPACE LEFT
- Sunday 2 Novermber 14:30pm – SPACES
One and a half-hour session – £85 per child
Please note your child MUST be 4 years old at the time of their ride. If you have children age 3 please book the mini ride which will be appropriate for them.
Starter Rides
Starter Rides are 45 minutes long and specially designed first-riding experiences for children. Includes pony grooming and a ride on their own adorable Shetland pony. Followed by a certificate presentation. £55 per child. Each child will have their own pony and helper. Children MUST be 3 years old at the time of their ride.
- Thursday 23 October – 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- Saturday 25 October – 12.15pm – 2 SPACES
- Monday 27 October – 9.30am – FULLY BOOKED
- Tuesday 28 October – 9.30am – FULLY BOOKED
- Wednesday 29 October – 9.30am – SPACES
- Saturday 1 November – 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- Sunday 2 Novermber – 9am & 12.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
Own a Pony Experiences
Own a Pony Experiences are two hours long and are delightful early riding and learning experiences for children from age 4. Includes lots of riding and pony care. Followed by a rosette presentation. Each child will have their own pony and helper.
Two-hour session – £85 per child
- Thursday 23 October – 12.15pm – 2 SPACES
- Monday 27 October – 14.15pm- FULLY BOOKED
- Tuesday 28 October – 14.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- Wednesday 29 October – 14.15pm – SPACES
- Saturday 1 November – 14.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
- Sunday 2 Novermber – 914.15pm – FULLY BOOKED
Amazing Pony Parties for 2026
Learn to ride at Shetland Pony Parties – wonderful learn to ride Shetland pony parties for children aged 3 – 10 years old. Use of a private facility, your children can bond with our adorable ponies and learn to ride them, creating magical memories for your child’s birthday. Two hours.
- Last Mini Party of 2025 available to book is Saturday, 15 November 2.00pm
- 2026 Maxi and Mini Pony Parties now available to book from 28 February 2026
Can’t see the date you’d like? Contact us for other dates on: 07734 950 309 or email: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk
Want to be a Pony Share Member
Learn new skills, be healthy and make friends?
We have a few spaces for Pony Share Members and Mini Members now.
You can experience a pony of your own, the easy way, with Pony Share Membership. Learn to ride, build a bond with your pony, come regularly to our club and enjoy pony fun in the countryside.
- Pony Membership – a pony of your own each week, 2 hours, age 4+
- Mini Membership – a pony of your own each week, 45 minutes, age 3+
- Available Now:
- We have spaces for Pony Share Membership and Mini Membership now
Interested? Contact us on 07734 950 309 or info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk
Halloween Pumpkin Rides – Join Us At Half Term
Watch the video to find our what happens on our Legendary Halloween Pumpkin Rides
From Rosemary, the Shetland Pony Club Team and all the Shetland ponies
Contact us to find out more on: 07734 950 309 or email: info@shetlandponyclub.co.uk
