Intermediate 1hr Hack

This trek is ideal for riders, who are confident at rising trot over reasonable distances. If all riders are confident and comfortable then a short canter may be incorporated into the ride. STRICTLY NO UNDER 14 yo's. If the Stable staff feel the rider is unsuitable for this trek, then they may not be able to participate. If you have any questions, please contact our Team here

Max weight 14 stone (88 kg). If you supply inaccurate information, you may not be allowed to participate and no refund is available.

This experience takes approximately 1 hour and allows the rider to enjoy our fun ponies in their natural environment, amidst superb scenery and across varied and exciting terrain with little or no road work.

We offer different rides to suit all levels of ability. Please read the individual terms and conditions and note the level of experience required – this is an important requirement to ensure that everyone has the best experience possible and that our riders are safe at all times. If a rider is deemed not experienced enough they will not be allowed to continue with that ride.

Required documents for Health and Safety are included in the booking process and must be completed before arrival. 

Gift Vouchers for this activity are available here

EQUIPMENT PROVIDED
Protective headgear provided.

PARTICIPANTS TO TAKE
Wear suitable outdoor clothing & sturdy shoes with a small heel.

EXPERIENCE
Must be competent at walk and rising trot over reasonable distances in open spaces. Riders must have ridden before, be used to riding outside a riding arena and able to do a short canter. Required documents attached to your booking confirmation are required to be completed by all participants prior to arrival. You will not be able to participate if these are not completed as they are part of our Health and Safety procedure.

WEIGHT & DISCLAIMER
14 stone (88 kg). A disclaimer must be signed by participants before the session – Under 16’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to sign the disclaimer, and can then be left with the instructor.

MEETING POINT
The Stables. Please park at either the Triangle or Woodland car parks and walk to the stables.

Please see link with in the confirmation email.

For a map and directions, you can download the free app what3words.

The Car Park for the Stables is located at the what3words location: traffic.privately.ripen

The Stables are located just across the field from the Car Park at the what3words location:push.trials.domain

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Please arrive at the stables 20-25 minutes prior to the session.

CANCELLATION POLICY
If you need to change your booking or to cancel, we do require 24 hours notice in order for you to receive a full refund.

DURATION
Approx. 1 hour. You must arrive 20-25 mins before the session to get safety gear fitted and meet your pony!

PRICE
£49 per person (minimum age 14 years under 16’s must be signed in by an adult).

DATES

Open from February to November. Full programme from Easter – October 31st. Closed on Tuesdays expect during School Holidays.

Jennifer Macdonald - Trek Leader
Jen has been involved with the ponies on the estate for 10 years now and officially
bought the yard in April 2025. She has worked with horses for over 20 years from
trekking centres, competition yards, looking after private livery yards and is heavily
involved in the RDA. She holds qualifications from the BHS and TRSS.

Megan Vis - Trek Leader
Megan has worked with the ponies on the estate for 5 years now, starting as a volunteer and eventually becoming a full time team member. She has great knowledge of the ponies and the estate and is always happy to share this with the clients. She holds the Ride Lead qualification with the Trekking and Riding Society of Scotland and the Stage 1 Care qualifications with the BHS.

Sarah Wilson - Trek Leader
Sarah again has been involved with the ponies on the estate for a number of years. In the past she has been a keen polo player and freelance worker with horses all around the area. She holds qualifications with the BHS.

Melissa Paterson - Trek Leader
Melissa has a fantastic knowledge and care for all horses. She has ridden most of her life and has her own Clydesdales and Shire horses. She has settled in great at the yard and finding a new love for our beautiful Highland Ponies. She has successfully completed her TRSS Ride Lead Qualification.

Georgia Adams - Groom and Trek Assistant
Georgia has a fantastic background with Highland Ponies, working on local estates with them as deer ponies. She successfully competes her own Highlands and shows fantastic attention to detail. We are excited to have her join our team this year.

Volunteers and Yard Helpers
We are beyond lucky to have a fantastic group of volunteers at the Yard who not only love to spend time with our ponies but to also help out with customers where needed. They have a fantastic range of qualifications including BHS stages.

We aim to use pedigree Highland ponies due to their hardy and strong nature as well as their kind temperament. We also have a Shetland/Exmoor cross pony and a Dartmoor pony to allow us to take smaller riders. We are a very friendly team, both human and equine, and have rides going out all year round (weather dependant) tailored by ability.

CREDIBILITY
We are a TRSS approved centre and most of our riding is varied, off road heathland or Caledonian pine woodland terrain.