Horse Riding

[DONNA1458]

I have been on a horse once about 10yrs ago but fancy going again just on a trek, would i be able to just get on and go as such with a group of people and if so how much does it cost. TIA

[horselady]

Yes, you can certainly go on an organised ride. Good riding stables will organise them according to people's ability.

Cost varies a lot, in the New Forest it costs about �18 for a 1 hour trek through the forest.

[B00]

Then I recommend the hottest bath you can stand afterwards, because you'll be sore in places you didn't know you had.

[Pippa68]

As horselady says the cost depends on where you are based and the stables tariff.

I live in Sussex and used to pay around �30 for a 45 minute hack! this included insurance and a small amount of instruction.

They also wouldn't let you out on a hack until they had assessed your ability in the riding school first, therefore making sure you were in a suitable group. Have a look in your local paper or directory and ring round a few stables/schools..then compare prices and what you get for your money.

[lankeela]

Do you mean just a hack for an hour or so, or a trek which could be half a day, a whole day or a week or so at a time.
I would suggest you have a couple of lessons first to get the hang of it, and also to give your body a chance to acclimatise.

Good riding schools/trekking centres won't allow total novices out on their own although some will take 'leading rein' rides.

You will ache though, so be warned if planning to go on a long trek.

[lankeela]

This ad was on the side of the page, it gives you an idea of prices.

http://www.gilfachequitation.co.uk/?page=price s2

[horsestache1]

I'd have a few lessons first, it will make your hack more enjoyable.

I don't allow anyone out on my horses unless they have had at least a couple of lessons.