This February half-term, join us for a fun, beginner-friendly Adventure Ride at Crindle Stables, designed especially for families, first-timers, and those looking for an autism-friendly horseback riding experience for families. Whether you’re new to horseback riding or just looking for a fun way to try something new, our half-term adventure ride for kids and beginners is the perfect way to explore the outdoors and connect with horses in a relaxed, enjoyable setting.

Adventure Ride Sessions:

• Thursday 12th February
  12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
• Friday 13th February 
  12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Cost: £40

Duration: 1 hour

What’s Included:

• Mini Riding Session: A fun introduction to horseback riding where you’ll practice steering, stopping, and enjoying the ride.
• Horseback Games: Play exciting, beginner-friendly games on horseback—perfect for all ages!
• Mini Trek (Weather Permitting): Enjoy a scenic mini trek around our beautiful trails and experience the joy of riding in nature.
• Pony Grooming: Finish your adventure by learning how to groom your pony, a hands-on experience that lets you connect with your horse.

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Discover the joy of horse riding this February half-term with our Beginner Riding Lessons at Crindle Stables. Whether you’re young or young at heart, our lessons provide a safe, welcoming environment for first-time riders of all ages. Led by our supportive instructors, these sessions are perfect for anyone eager to start learning horse riding while experiencing the many physical, mental, and social benefits that come with it.

Beginner Riding Lesson Sessions:

• Wednesday & Friday – 5pm
• Saturday – 12pm & 3pm

Cost: £25

Duration: 30 minutes

What to Expect:

• Basic Riding Techniques: Start by learning the fundamentals, such as mounting, balance, steering, and stopping.
• Lead Rein & Independent Practice: Get comfortable on horseback with lead rein support if needed, and work towards independent riding and gentle trotting as your skills grow.
• Safety-Focused Instruction: Each lesson is designed to build skills in a safe and structured environment ideal for all abilities, including nervous riders and first-timers.

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If your little one loves animals, they are going to absolutely love Pony Pals at Crindle Farm. It’s a lovely, calm and fun indoor session — perfect for rainy days — where the kids can meet the ponies, enjoy real farm life and build a bit of confidence around animals, all at a nice gentle pace.

They’ll get to:
• meet our friendly ponies & horses
• say hello to the goats and other farm animals
• have a wee go on our calming Theraplate
• help with some simple yard jobs
• enjoy a wee wheelbarrow ride
• brush a pony & have a tiny pony walk (about five minutes)

So most of the time is spent around the stables and farm — and then just a short, gentle ride at the end. If your child would like more riding time, our Adventure Ride is the one to book.

This session is perfect for nervous children, first-timers and tiny tots — really relaxed, kind and child-led.

Why families love Pony Pals 💚

• indoor & perfect for rainy days
• gentle & welcoming
• autism-friendly
• brilliant for total beginners
• real wee taste of farm life

Session Dates & Details ✨

• Thursday 12th February — 11:00am
• Saturday 14th February — 12:30pm

• £20 per child
• 30-minute session
• open to all ages
• one free adult can accompany each child

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• Physical Health: Horse riding is a fantastic way to build strength and stamina. It engages multiple muscle groups, improves coordination, and enhances balance, all while being enjoyable.
• Mental Well-being: Riding helps reduce stress and build self-confidence. It’s an ideal activity for managing anxiety and improving problem-solving skills, as it encourages riders to trust themselves and the horse.
• Social Skills: Horse riding offers a chance to connect with new people and form lasting friendships. Working with our instructors helps develop effective communication and teamwork.
• Learning Responsibility: Looking after a horse instils responsibility and patience, essential life skills that children and adults alike will carry with them.
• Respect for Animals & Nature: Interacting with horses promotes a deeper respect for animals and the natural world, teaching valuable lessons in empathy and appreciation.
• Fine Motor Skills: Activities like grooming, tacking up, and learning to steer the horse refine fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Stress Reduction: Time spent with horses has a calming effect, making riding an ideal activity for mental relaxation.
• Emotional Bonds: For children with autism, horse riding provides a way to form emotional bonds through physical communication and interaction with the horse.
• Encourages Outdoor Activity: Riding is a wonderful way to get outside and enjoy the fresh air, keeping riders active and engaged with nature.