It is a British Horse Society requirement that all new clients are assessed by a qualified Instructor. This enables the Instructor to assess your riding ability in order to choose which lessons and activites, horses and ponies to offer to you. We also provide hats, boots and gloves free of charge.

Why not take advantage of our "3 for £70" offer? Three separate thirty minute private lessons to new adult clients, giving you a taste of what it's all about.

Currently we are unable to take lead-rein lessons unless a parent is capable of handling and leading the pony. If the child is young and requires a side-walker this will mean that two family members will be required to assist (firm footwear required).

We offer lessons in both riding and stable management, for riders of all ages and abilities, either in a group (of up to 6), semi-private or private lessons. 
Lesson duration is up to you, but group lessons are normally for 1 hour; private and semi-private lessons can be for 30 or 45 minutes.
Our clients enjoy the varied curriculum we offer, and our facilities enable us to include dressage, show jumping, cross country, polo and tuition for BHS exams. We can also accommodate large groups such as schools, families, team building days or hen/stag parties.

Price for a 1 hour group lesson Adults £35 Children £26 (correct on 21/02/2023)
 

Come and join our Pony for the Day experience, during every school holiday, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am - 4pm.
The minimum age is 6 years, and no previous experience is necessary.
Cost: £48 per day
This day is a combination of structured, supervised fun and practical activity days at Cornilo Riding. Each day will include bringing the ponies in from the paddocks, grooming, tacking up, 1 hour of riding, plus pony related activities and games all in a safe and friendly environment.
 

What to wear:

Dress according to the weather
Strong boots or shoes (no trainers) we have plenty to loan you free of charge
Long sleeved top (to protect against cuts & scratches)
Jodphurs, thick leggings or track suit trousers
What to bring with you:
A packed lunch
Plenty to drink
Suncream
Gloves (we have plenty to loan you)
Riding hat (we have plenty to loan you)

These Pony for the Day must be pre-booked - contact us on 01304 380369

The Cornilo Group RDA was established in October 1981 and provides riding sessions for local children with physical, behavioural and learning difficulties. These lessons are heavily subsidised by donations and fund raising activities.

We are always glad of volunteers to help groom and lead the ponies, ' side walk' or assist with mounting and dismounting.

We also offer private lessons on other daysfor anyone with disabilties - using the RDA horses and RDA qualified instructors.
 

Cornilo Riding is a registered 'Training Centre', and is authorised to conduct BHS Challenge Awards. You do not have to be a member of the BHS to take these tests, which are graduated in skill levels in both riding and stable management modules (you may work on either or both -  its up to you). You can train for these as part of your regular lessons or on a dedicated course. We can also offer training and certification for the BHS Silver Safe Award. We have 2 resident BHS Aproved Professional Coaches on site who can sign you off up to BHS Level 3
 

Cornilo Riding became a Pony Club Centre in August 2015. Children who join the Pony Club at Cornilo Riding benefit from discounted activities plus access to a wide range of learning opportunities such as country lore, nature knowledge and pet care. (Membership for Pony Club is £37 per year from 21/02/2023). 

Pony Clubbers need to keep an eye on the noticeboard in the office - we have rallies and outings running during each of the school holidays!

For a birthday to remember, why not arrange to bring your friends to the stables? We can accommodate complete beginners or riders with some experience or a mixed ability group. Hats and boots can be provided. Bring your own party picnic - we offer the gazebo in sunny weather and indoor table and benches for 8, with a fridge, freezer and worktop with microwave and kettle. There are toilet and hand washing facilties. Choose a theme for your party - Cowboys & Indians, Prince & Princesses, Highwaymen, Jousting - or an idea of your own!  The usual format is for the party goers to meet the ponies, prepare them to ride, ride for an hour, un-tack, wash hands and enjoy the party food (it has been known for one pony in particular to come and join in....).  Current price (as at 4/04/2021 is hire 2 ponies @ £20, then up to 4 more @ £18.

Any time you want, we invite you to come to the stables and meet the ponies. This activity is suitable for anyone (children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian) and no previous experience is necessary - there is no cost for this and you are under no obligation to commit to a ride. All we ask is that you phone us so we can expect you (01304 380369). Have a chat to the staff and have a look at the facilties. Wear clothing according to the weather, particularly closed footwear (trainers and boots rather than flip flops and high heels!). We have boots of all sizes if you wish to borrow free of charge, and just remember this is a working yard - there may be poo on view!
 

Although a footnote, we at Cornilo Riding are passionate about positive welfare, as set out in The Equine Industry Guidelines.

All our horses and ponies are trained using verbal pre-signals, then pressure/response/release/reward techniques, and this is encouraged for all riders - even our youngest ones. 

Cornilo Riding operates a respect for all - both humans and animals, we constantly seek to improve our service and seek new skills..... we do not encourage the use of spurs, restricting nosebands, harsh bits, gadgets, martingales etc. Any use of a whip is strictly monitored. Our tack is cleaned daily, checked regularly and repaired immediately.
Rider safety - all riders are provided with neckstraps and balance straps, and are required to wear long sleeved tops and footwear that has a clearly defined heel and minimal tread. Body protectors are compulsory for jumping and encouraged for all riding.

Riding hats must be to BHS approved standards: PAS 015, VG 01.040, AS/NZS 3838

Body protectors must be BEVA Level 3 purple label: 2009, 2018 
Please feel free to read our policies that are on display in the office - they are there for YOU!!