Ride with us
Join us on one of our escapes in the beautiful South Downs National Park. No noise, no distractions, just you and your four-legged friend enjoying the peace, seeing the wildlife and immersed in nature.
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Maybe you wish to rekindle a passion for horses after a childhood dream has ended due to the hustle and bustle of life, or perhaps you're an experienced rider looking for a good gallop across the South Downs. Whatever it is, we can meet your needs.
Choose your ride
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Assessment lesson
Is this your first riding experience at Westerlands and you aren’t sure which ride to choose? Whether you have never sat on a horse before or you are an experienced rider looking to refresh your skills, we will see how you ride and suggest the best riding experience for you.
30mins | £30
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Farm walk
Perfect for the complete beginner adult or child and fun to go in a group too. A great way to see the estate without tiring your legs out! All riders are on a lead unless advised.
30mins | beginner | £30
30mins | child + adult | £50 -
Trekking
A fabulous ride through the beautiful woods of Ambersham, Lavington Common or up on the Downs for some spectacular views. Weather dependent due to the ground.
45mins | £45
1 hour | £65
1hr 30mins | £75
2 hours | £85
2hrs 30mins | £105
Booking with us is easy
Step 1
Choose your ride
Let us know which rides interest you and when you would like to visit. Send us your contact details with a little advance information about the riders (height, weight, age) and we will be in touch very soon with recommendations. Please note that it is very important that you don’t over estimate your riding capability so that we can choose the most appropriate horse and provide the best experience for you.
Email us if you have any questions.
Step 2
Book & pay
Please call us on 07517 836910 to book your ride and make payment. Please allow 24hrs notice for new bookings and 48hrs for cancellations. By making a booking it is understood you agree to our TERMS & CONDITIONS therefore we strongly recommend you read them carefully before you make a booking.
Please note that to ride our horses the minimum age is 4yrs and the maximum weight is 15 stone (in some cases we may be able to accommodate more - contact us to discuss).
Meet our horses
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Rosie
Irish | Mare | 2014 | 13.2hh
Rosie is the favourite of the yard. Her cheeky personality is infectious, watch your pockets as she's always looking for snacks. She's a lovely ride and is always trying her best to keep up with the big ponies. Rosie is a novice ride but can easily be whizzed up for a more experienced rider.
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Caesar
Connemara | Gelding | 2010 | 15hh
Caesar, the old faithful, is a true connemara through and through with the looks and character to match. He really takes care of his riders - if he were human he would be your best friend.
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Jessie
Irish | Gelding | 2004 | 16.1hh
Jessie is a true Irishman, relaxed laid back but with a cheeky side. Suitable for any rider, he loves cuddles and fuss and enjoys a day's hound exercise. You may hear him before you see him as he is a real chatty chappie!
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Tommy
Irish | Gelding | 2016 | 18.2hh
Tommy is our bfgg of the yard (big friendly ginger giant!) he is the kindest most gentle horse there is. He absolutely adores a cuddle from all humans especially little ones. Do not let his height put you off as he has the most incredible laid back nature. The minute you meet Tommy you will be totally in love.
Bring your horse to Westerlands
We have turnout and stabling available so all the family can come and stay with us.
Email Cheryl for more information.
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Best of all, you will be the first to hear about any horse riding events we are organising. We look forward to seeing you soon.
A history of horses at Westerlands
The Jamison family have been breeding racehorses at Westerlands since the 1980s, but the stud has been in existence for much longer.
“Lord Woolavington founded it in 1904,” reveals Antonia. “He had a number of studs but this was his favourite because of the soil. The land has a good mixture of chalk, clay and sand so it keeps pretty dry, which is good when the horses are outside in all weathers.
In the 1940s it was taken over by Florence Nagle. She was a formidable woman and in 1966, she became one of the first two women in the UK, licensed to train racehorses in her own name, after overturning a high court ruling.”