What to do and see in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, Ireland's Hidden Heartlands: The Best Horseback Riding Tours

September 29, 2021 Carley Gatson

Discover the best top things to do in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, Ireland including Errislannan Manor, Mountain View Horse Riding Centre, Annaharvey Farm Equestrian Centre, Errislannan Riding Centre & Connemara Pony Stud, Clare Equestrian Centre, Atlantic Way Touring, Knockillaree Riding Centre, Crossogue Equestrian Centre, Flowerhill Equestrian Centre, Drumcliffe Equestrian.
Restaurants in Ireland's Hidden Heartlands

1. Errislannan Manor

Clifden Ireland +353 95 21134 http://www.errislannanmanor.com
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Errislannan Manor

2. Mountain View Horse Riding Centre

Poulnagun, Lisdoonvarna Ireland +353 87 634 5776 [email protected] http://www.mountainviewtrekking.com/
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5.0 based on 351 reviews

Mountain View Horse Riding Centre

Located just outside Doolin village on the outskirts of the Burren. Enjoy fantastic views of the magestic Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, Connemara Mountains and Galway Bay on horseback. Gallop along the beach on Ireland's west coast. Caters for everyone from beginner to advanced rider offering treks from 1 to 6 hours long.

Reviewed By kcmpbll

I came to Ireland specifically to ride, so my expectations were fairly high. Mountain View exceeded them. Sweet, well-cared for, beautiful horses and LOVELY and welcoming guides, stunning views during the rides-- the beach ride was probably the most amazing thing I've done on any trip in my entire life. The weather was super rainy for me but I still had the time of my life. The weather didn't both the horses at all, Wear rain gear! A ride with Mountain View is a must if you're in the area (or if you aren't in the area, I came in from Dublin and was very glad I did).

3. Annaharvey Farm Equestrian Centre

Annagharvey, Tullamore Ireland +353 57 934 3544 [email protected] http://www.annaharveyfarm.ie
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5.0 based on 45 reviews

Annaharvey Farm Equestrian Centre

For great Equestrian Holidays in Ireland, with lots of horse riding available in all disciplines, particularly show jumping, cross-country and dressage, with full board accommodation or just bed and breakfast. Situated just outside Tullamore County Offaly in the heart of Ireland, Annaharvey Farm has it all.

4. Errislannan Riding Centre & Connemara Pony Stud

Errislannan Manor, Clifden Ireland +353 95 21134 [email protected] http://www.errislannanmanor.com
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5.0 based on 31 reviews

Errislannan Riding Centre & Connemara Pony Stud

5. Clare Equestrian Centre

Clare Equestrian Centre, Doora V95 HX78 Ireland +353 86 267 3690 [email protected] http://clareequestrian.com
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Clare Equestrian Centre

Clare Equestrian is situated in picturesque Co.Clare, only 10 minutes outside the town of Ennis and is the ideal location for horse riding in Clare. Here at Clare Equestrian Centre we provide the quintessential experience of horse riding in Ireland. Whether your looking for horse riding lessons, trekking out into the countryside, showjumping, horse sales or riding clinics with international rider Marie Burke to perfect your technique, then why not give us a call? We cater for all levels and disciplines. We hold horse riding lessons for all levels both children and adults, SJI Jumping, Sportsman Jumping, riding clinics with Irish international rider Marie Burke, trekking out into the Irish countryside, Horse riding holidays and Horse sales.

6. Atlantic Way Touring

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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Atlantic Way Touring

We are the third generation of a family run touring company situated in Ennis, County Clare. We primarily focus on tours along the Wild Atlantic Way but also offer golfing tours and transfer services. The personal tours we provide are customized to your suit your itinerary. Taken you off the beaten track we will fill your days with memories to last a lifetime.

7. Knockillaree Riding Centre

Rusheeny Road, Cregg Connemara, Galway, Oughterard Ireland +353 87 960 4517 [email protected] http://www.connemarahorseriding.com/
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5.0 based on 289 reviews

Knockillaree Riding Centre

Based in Oughterard, Co. Galway – only 25 minutes north of Galway City at the “Gateway to Connemara”. Our Centre is located on the Rusheeny road, just outside the town of Oughterard, and is nestled between beautiful hills, mountains and the shores of Lough Corrib. We offer a full range of services including trekking, lessons, showjumping leagues, pony camps, breaking and training, livery and stud. For those interested in the native Connemara Pony, our yard has a large selection of Connemara ponies with champion showing, ridden and showjumping stallions at stud and the opportunity to hear about the history and development of this versatile pony from the yards owner, Roger Joyce. Roger is from a long line of Connemara breeders and stallion custodians. He is also an experienced horse and rider trainer and an international Connemara Pony Judge.

8. Crossogue Equestrian Centre

Crossogue House, Thurles Ireland +353 504 54166 http://www.crossogue-equestrian.ie
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5.0 based on 70 reviews

Crossogue Equestrian Centre

9. Flowerhill Equestrian Centre

Flowerhill House Killimor, Ballinasloe Ireland +353 90 967 6112 http://www.flowerhill.net/
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5.0 based on 68 reviews

Flowerhill Equestrian Centre

Welcome to our TripAdvisor page. I am Oliver Walsh and for the past 15 years I have welcomed visitors from all over the world to Flowerhill Equestrian Centre in Co Galway, Ireland. Visitors come for the hospitality, willing and fit horses, extensive cross country horseback riding facilities and relaxed and happy atmosphere. Flowerhill is based in 250 acres of beautiful east Galway country side. We are surrounded by the best possible cross country horse riding land - green fields, woods, the Kilcrow river, and wonderful wildlife. You can gallop across open fields, swim through the lake and splash in the Kilcrow river, scaring away the fish as you go. Our fences are a mixture of natural logs, stone walls, ditches and a variety of man made obstacles, including giant bananas! Most of the 150 fences include 2 or more options, so whether you are a nervous novice or confident competitor, we will cater for your needs. The riding standard varies from novice cross sountry, through intermediate, right up to advanced open. All riders need to be confident at walk trot and canter, therefore Flowerhil is not for the absolute beginner.Ride with us by the hour, a full day of 2 or 3 rides per day, or stay with us and chill out for a week or more. Rides usually go out daily at 10.00am and 1.30pm, and we change the rides to suit our customers needs. Horse riding variations include show jumping and dressage tuition, cross country workshops, exercising the hounds and hacking down to the local pub, where there are stabling facilities while we enjoy a pint and toasted sandwich. Private cross country or show jumping clinics for an individual rider can also be arranged. Over the years many of customers return again and again to enjoy the fun.

Reviewed By MPMKM - Ridgeland, United States

If you are into horses and want a great experience this is the place for you, the grounds are fantastic the staff great and the horses are magnificent.

10. Drumcliffe Equestrian

Drumcliffe, Ennis Ireland +353 87 778 8162 [email protected] http://www.drumcliffeequestrian.ie
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5.0 based on 111 reviews

Drumcliffe Equestrian

Reviewed By stuartm951 - Dublin, Ireland

On holidays from Dublin for 4 days, one of the activities on top of my wife and daughters list was horse riding, so after reading the reviews of Drumcliffe equestrian, I decided to book online for the 3 of us and I was so glad we did. From the moment we arrived we were met with a friendly smile and witty banter from the man himself Pat. Pat is a character that makes you feel at ease straight. Helping Pat are his 2 daughters and a handful of other girls from the centre. Covid procedures are in place on arrival and once suited and booted, our horses were brought in and before we new it we were walking around the indoor arena learning the techniques and being led by Pats team. The horses are fantastic and very calm, our 7 year old had never been on a horse before and was loving Polly. Once we were confident enough, Pat took us out into the fields on our trek with his team, who were always in total control and we felt extremely safe throughout our trek. As you can see from the photos, my wife and daughter had a ball and are still talking about the experience and are already planning to take a day trip from Dublin to do it all again. If travelling to Clare, make sure to visit Pat at Drumcliffe Equesrian. You won’t be disappointed.

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