Top Things to do in Dartmoor National Park
Things to do in Dartmoor National Park, England: The Best Horseback Riding Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Dartmoor National Park, United Kingdom including Cholwell Riding Stables, Adventure Clydesdale, Eastlake livery yard (not riding stables anymore), Cheston Farm Equestrian Centre, Shilstone Rocks Riding Centre, Finlake Riding Centre, Liberty Trails, Fitzworthy Equestrian Centre, Horse & Heart, Babeny Farm Stables.
Restaurants in Dartmoor National Park
1. Cholwell Riding Stables
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By erinc2018
My other half and I visited Cholwell stables in September 2020 as part of our trip down to Devon. It’s safe to say that our hour and a half ride on Dartmoor was the highlight of our whole trip! The staff at Cholwell Riding Stables are friendly and accommodating and the horses (Zippy and Oreo) were just fab. Upon booking you are asked for your height, weight and riding experience so that you are matched up with a suitable horse. It really seems as though all levels are catered for which is great. Thank you Cholwell, we will definitely be back! :)
2. Adventure Clydesdale
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By minibreak375 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
An amazing experience of riding on the gorgeous sure footed courageous Clydesdale horses. Beautiful and spectacular views and varied rides on Dartmoor.
3. Eastlake livery yard (not riding stables anymore)
4. Cheston Farm Equestrian Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By 635zoew
My Daughter and her friend had booked an hour lesson and a hack on Dartmoor . Sophie took the hour lesson ,and in the words of my daughter who has ridden for a number of years ,fantastic both girls really enjoyed the experience.Couple days later they went on a hack on Dartmoor .which again they both found brilliant.The centre has a superb indoor Equestrian arena .excellent facilities.I would recommend that you book well in advance .as they like to check out the riders before they ride to see what experience you have.But i have to say we have visited many riding schools on our travels and this has to be one of the best
5. Shilstone Rocks Riding Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
-Rides over Dartmoor tailored to YOUR experience -Specializing in small groups and personal service -For total beginners to advanced riders "A great way to see Dartmoor" Est. 1962. British Horse Society Approved
6. Finlake Riding Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
Finlake Riding Centre is situated in the beautiful Teign valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park.Adjacent to Finlake Holiday Park it benefits from scenic off road hacking in private parkland and woodland trails.All the bridle tracks have been 'all weather' surfaced so that even in inclement weather under foot remains good.Hacking: All ages and standards of rider are catered for from absolute beginners to the more experienced riders on our "walk, trot, canter, gallop" rides! Young children and nervous adults may prefer our half hour stroll where our experienced staff will be able to lead rein anyone requiring assistance.Very small children can ride our tiny miniature shetland pony Wilfred or the slightly bigger Wallie. All our horses & ponies are extremely well cared for by our dedicated staff members, the horses welfare and customer safety is paramount. Finlake Riding Stables has something to offer everyone, we welcome any inspection prior to riding.
Reviewed By Magpie2626 - Evesham, United Kingdom
Had an hours session with 3 friends as part of a trip away for my 40th, the staff were amazing they were really friendly and bubbly and upbeat, made us at ease especially with my friend who hadn’t rode before, they had boots and hats to borrow and gave us a hair covering and disposable gloves (for COVID purposes) (gloves were a small fee or you could bring your own!) There was a full briefing on what to do and your horses behaviours (mine was known to be a fidget - wanting to keep moving, whilst my friends was a bit lazy - needing encouragement to get moving) it was nice because you kind of got to know the horse too before the trip. They wouldn’t put a horse with someone who couldn’t handle it as they asked you questions about your ability in the form before the ride and asked questions from reading the form, they were very thorough, checking your weight and height to give you the right horse! The ride was 8 of us with 3 staff one at the front one at the back and one in the middle! They called instructions to you or came over if they thought you were struggling. They supported my friend really well as she was new to riding! They took us around the Holiday Park and onto a bridle path into a wooded area and back to the stables, we got a full hour and they were fantastic would recommend to Adults and Families as the others in our group had children with them and the kids really enjoyed it too! Thank you so much to all the ladies for making our experience so fun and enjoyable!!
7. Liberty Trails
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Enjoy England's premier riding experience by combining fabulous riding over almost 1000 km square miles of Dartmoor National Park in sensational scenery on quality, forward going horses. Award winning Liberty Trails specializes in serving strong riders who want to explore Dartmoor's exceptional vistas, standing stones, bronze age settlements and wildlife at pace with fabulous lunches on route.
8. Fitzworthy Equestrian Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
Welcome to fitzworthy equestrian centre. No1 Riding school of excellence in Devon. Nestled in the beautiful Dartmoor National Park. Qualified BHS/UKCC sports coach in complete horsemanship. From begginers to the more advanced riders we aim to please. Enjoy learning more about the horses, leaning to Ride to suit your needs, meet your goals and leave with a smile on your face.
9. Horse & Heart
Horse & Heart Centre for Holistic Learning offers training in "Horse Whispering" for all. For nature nuts & animal enthusiasts this is a unique and inspiring attraction where people of all ages & backgrounds can learn the way of horses in the beautiful and scenic Dartmoor. We host various events amongst our herd, such as Storytelling and Nature skills workshops - see our website for the details.
10. Babeny Farm Stables
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