Happy Hooves Riding Centre

02/10/2026

Freddie and Jester appreciation teaching Samuel and Hallie 🥰

01/10/2026

Sunshine, smiles, and the best squad! A brilliant ladies and gents session today at Happy Hooves Riding Centre. 🐴✨

30/09/2026

🌟 Happy Hooves Riding Centre 🌟

A 5-Star Approved Equestrian Centre.
Happy Hooves Riding Centre is proud to be officially recognized as a Quality Assured Alternative Provision provider by both Westmorland & Furness Council and Cumberland Council.
We hold the maximum 5-Star Council Rating for animal welfare, offering a safe, inclusive, and professional environment for everyone.

🐴 The Gold Standard: What Our BHS Approval Means
As a fully certified British Horse Society (BHS) Approved Riding School, we guarantee the UK’s highest industry standards:
• Elite Welfare: Expertly cared-for horses, premium stabling, and safety-vetted equipment.
• Accredited Coaches: All lessons are delivered by fully BHS Accredited Coaches who are insured, safeguarding-trained, and DBS-checked.
• Top-Tier Facilities: Safe, modern arenas and specialist equipment—including our unique Mr Williams mechanical horse simulator.
• Progressive Learning: Approved provider of official BHS pathways, including the Changing Lives Through Horses youth programme.

🤝 Proudly Partnered for Career & Academic Success
We offer expanded accredited education and qualifications directly on-site:
• Haddon Training Partnership: We have paired up with Haddon Training to deliver nationally recognized Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications in both Horse Care and Animal Care.
• On-Site Mighty Oak Initiative: Host to the Mighty Oak Initiative, an accredited alternative education pathway offering GCSEs and Functional Skills qualifications in a nurturing, therapeutic environment.

🕒 Still Delivering Quality Recreational Riding
Alongside our alternative provision, we are highly proud of our traditional riding school roots. We continue to offer a fantastic range of everyday sessions for everyday riders:
• Tenured Group Sessions: After-school lessons, alongside our popular ladies' and gents' sessions that have proudly run for over ten years.
• Flexible Packages: Private lessons (available with advance booking) and intensive 2-hour all-ridden sessions.
• Fun & Leisure: Immersive pony days, short scenic hacks out, and interactive Mr Williams simulator sessions.
• Hands-On Equine Experience: Groom-only sessions and non-ridden stable management classes for those wanting to learn horse care from the ground up.
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📍 Location: Ivy House, Skelton Wood End, Penrith, CA11 9UB
📞 Call us: 017684 84545
💻 Visit & Book:

Happy Hooves Riding Centre We have moved! We are all excited that our new base will be at Ivy House, Skelton Wood End, Penrith. CA11 9UB. Our Classes and ActivitiesContact Us Welcome Welcome to Happy Hooves Riding Centre. We are situated in the heart of Cumbria just outside of Penrith, 10 minutes....

29/09/2026

Today our BHS changing lives students found Lesley Perry’s alphabet training a great incentive and really enjoyed the session's structure, which gave them clear direction and confidence. It also worked perfectly as a team-building session; they loved getting active and working together to act out the letter A, which was our main focus today and will remain our anchor for the rest of the week.

19/09/2026

Happy Hooves has officially paired up with Haddon training 🐴🐐🐇
Together we are now offering Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications in both Horse Care and Animal Care. Learning essential skills and gaining nationally recognised qualifications.Please contact us on the posts below for any information. Please share this great opportunity for students Thank you

01/09/2026

19/08/2026

🌟 Changing Lives Through Horses (CLTH) ProgrammeThis alternative education programme is uniquely designed for students who thrive outside a traditional classroom environment. By replacing desks and whiteboards with stables and horses, it provides a hands-on, practical learning style that unlocks potential in young people who may struggle to engage with mainstream education.How the Programme Benefits Students:Hands-On Learning: Abstract concepts like teamwork and responsibility become physical tasks, perfectly suited for tactile learners who struggle to sit at a desk.Immediate Feedback: Horses react honestly and instantly to a student’s body language, teaching self-awareness and emotional regulation without verbal criticism.Confidence & Self-Belief: Mastering the care of a large animal builds immense self-esteem, providing a calm, non-judgmental space free from academic pressure.Core Life Skills: The structured Achievers (ages 5–11) and Explorers (ages 11–25) frameworks focus on building communication, perseverance, relationships, and personal responsibility.📅 Weekly Term Timetable🏫

Changing Lives Through Horses ProgrammeDays: Monday to FridayTimes: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm daily

👥 Ladies & Gents SessionsSpecialised daytime and evening group sessions tailored for adult riders:Mondays: 2:00 pmTuesdays: 11:00 amThursdays: 11:00 am & 5:00 pm (on alternate weeks)🐴

After-School Group LessonsStructured group riding lessons organized by afternoon hour slots:
Mondays: 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, and 6:00 pmTuesdays: 4:00 pmThursdays: 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm✨

Flexible Weekly BookingsAvailable throughout the week by appointment alongside our core scheduled programmes:Group & Private Lessons: Tailored instruction for all ability levels.Hacks Out: Relaxing rides out through the local countryside.Ride and Groom Sessions: Hands-on horse care paired with time in the saddle.

Horse Simulator Training: Focused posture, balance, and core alignment work on our mechanical horse.📝

Booking & Contact InformationSpaces for the term are limited and require advance registration.How to Book: Message our page, email [email protected], or call 01768484545.Cancellation Policy: A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required, or the full session fee will apply.

18/08/2026

When arriving at Happy Hooves and approaching road closed sign please indicate to go through and Fibrus will let you through .
Many thanks

18/08/2026

Thank you so much RAF safety who have kindly donated Hi- visibility equipment to Happy Hooves Riding Centre.
These items will be of immense practical use during our British Horse Society (BHS) Ride safe training and assessment sessions.Our horses and riders will be kept visible and safe whilst out on the roads.

06/08/2026

🐴 Holiday Activities at Happy Hooves Riding School! 🐴We are excited to share our upcoming holiday timetable! At Happy Hooves, we welcome riders of all abilities—from complete novices to the more experienced—aged 2 years and upwards.
Here is what we have lined up for you each week:
📅 Our Weekly Schedule
Mondays:

Start the week with our 2-Hour All-Ridden Session from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for £40 per person. In the afternoon, we host our Ladies Arena Group Session at 2:00 pm, followed by our Regular Group Lessons at 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, and 5:00 pm.
All afternoon group sessions are £25 per person.

Tuesdays:
Drop the kids off for our popular Pony Day from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm for £60 per person. We also have a Ladies Arena Group Session at 11:00 am and a Regular Group Lesson at 4:00 pm, both at £25 per person.

Wednesdays:
We dedicate the entire day to flexible private bookings. You can book custom lessons, scenic hacks, or our ride and groom sessions based on our current availability.
Thursdays:

We run another full Pony Day from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm for £60 per person. Our morning Ladies Arena Group Session runs at 11:00 am, and we finish the day with Regular Group Sessions at 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm. These group sessions are £25 per person.

🐴 Flexible Daily BookingsIn addition to our set schedule, you can book our popular Ride and Groom sessions for £28 per person or relaxing Hacks for £20 per person.

Regular private lessons are also available to book throughout the week depending on instructor availability.

⚠️ Cancellation PolicyPlease note that we require at least 24 hours' notice for any cancellations. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice, as well as no-shows on the day, will be charged at the full session rate. Happy Hooves has the rights to cancel sessions if weather is extreme and unsafe for horse and rider.

✉️ How to BookSpaces are limited and fill up quickly! To secure your slot, please send a message directly to our page, email us at [email protected], or give us a call at 01768484545.