Horse riding

Horse riding is an exhilarating sport and Rutland is the perfect place to try it in the most picturesque of surroundings.  There are a number of bridleways which wind their way through the county and provide the perfect opportunity for horses – and their riders, to enjoy a change of scene.

Somerby Equestrian Centre

Based in an area famous for its hunting country and the extensive network of bridleways. with miles of peaceful off-road hacking, Somerby Equestrian Centre is ideal for either one hour hacks, a holiday full of rides, or anything in between!

With qualified instructors on hand 7 days a week and top quality horses & ponies, they can offer you the best facilities to help you improve your riding skills. They are an approved ABRS and BHS riding school, so you can rest assured that you are in safe hands. With the luxury of both an outdoor & an indoor school, you can enjoy a riding experience come rain or shine!

Call: 01664 454 838 | Email: somerbyequestriancentre@hotmail.com | Visit: www.somerbyequestriancentre.co.uk

The Leicestershire & Rutland Bridleway Association have worked to ensure miles of safe riding in the area and have an organise program of wonderful pleasure rides, providing parking for your trailer, well planned routes and friendly companions to ride with.

TROT (Toll Ride Off-road Trust) also campaign to ensure safety on horse rides by encouraging landowners to give horse riders wider access to safer, off road riding. 

Horse and Rider Accommodation. Taking a horse on holiday is becoming a popular way of enjoying a break with a trusted companion and this can be arranged in Rutland, contact Discover Rutland for more details: tourism@rutland.gov.uk