Name: Checkendon Equestrian Centre
Rating: 5.0

Checkendon Equestrian Centre

Checkendon Equestrian Centre Lovegrove’s Lane, Checkendon, Reading, RG8 0NE

1-90 Years

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Description

Checkendon Equestrian Centre is a British Horse Society ‘Highly Commended’ approved Riding School, Livery Yard, and Competition Centre, set in 80 acres of parkland and woodland in the Oxfordshire Chilterns (AONB). It caters to all ages and abilities, from beginners to advanced riders, offering semi-private and individual lessons, woodland walks, and escorted hacks through the countryside with BHS-qualified instructors. Eighteen well-schooled horses and ponies are available, and a tuck shop with seating areas is provided for spectators.

Lesson prices are: Off-Peak ½ hour private £42–£45 (child), 45 min private £57–£60 (child), £67–£70 (adult), 45 min semi-private £47–£50 (child), £60–£62 (adult); Peak ½ hour private £47–£50 (child), 45 min private £62–£65 (child), £72–£75 (adult), 45 min semi-private £52–£55 (child), £65–£68 (adult).

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Host birthday parties: Yes

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Checkendon Equestrian Centre: Checkendon Equestrian Centre is a British Horse Society ‘Highly Commended’ approved Riding School, Livery Yard, and Competition Centre, established for over 30 years. Set in 80 acres of parkland and woodland in the Oxfordshire Chilterns (AONB), it caters to all ages and abilities, from first-time riders to advanced equestrians, with access to extensive hacking.
Riding Lessons: Lessons are available for all levels, including semi-private and individual sessions, with professional instructors providing high-quality guidance. Specialised archery lessons are also offered. Eighteen well-schooled horses and ponies accommodate beginners to advanced riders. A tuck shop and seating areas around arenas are available for spectators. Lessons can be booked online.
Hacking: Escorted hacks through the countryside are tailored to experience level, from gentle walks and trots to faster rides. Fully qualified BHS Instructors provide guidance on terrain and road safety. Assessment lessons are required for all new riders. Group bookings for three or more are available via email.
Walks in the Woods and Pony Experiences: Half-hour woodland walks introduce beginners and young children to ponies, helping build confidence. Children are taught to mount and hold reins, with parental assistance as needed. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.
Children’s Activities: Tiny Tots group lessons run on Saturdays for children aged 3–6, with parents leading ponies. Private and semi-private lessons, hacking, and stable management courses are also available.
To See Horses Visit: https://www.checkendonequestrian.co.uk/our-horses-ponies/
To See ponies Visit: https://www.checkendonequestrian.co.uk/our-ponies/
Accommodation: On-site self-contained accommodation at Lovegroves Studio is available for one or two people. Local options include The Cherry Tree Inn (Stoke Row) and The Loft (Goring on Thames), with additional hotels in Henley on Thames.

Facilities

Two indoor schools and three outdoor schools with show jumps
Cross-country jumps across two fields
Tuck shop and toilet facilities
Monthly dressage and show jumping competitions
Stables with rubber matting, post-and-rail turnout, drying room
On-site supervision, tuition, equine massage, and storage for equipment

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Off-Peak (Tue–Fri, 9am–4pm)
- ½ Hour Private Lesson: Child £42–£45
- 45 Min Private Lesson: Child £57–£60, Adult £67–£70
- 45 Min Semi-Private Lesson: Child £47–£50, Adult £60–£62
- 1 Hour Group Lesson: Child –, Adult £50
- 45 Min Stable Management: Child £35/group, £45/private; Adult £38/group, £48/private
- ½ Hour Walk-in-Woods: £27 per person
- ½ Hour Stable Management (SM): £27 per person
- 1 Hour Walk-in-Woods / SM: £55 per person
- 1 Hour Hack: £55 (£70 private)
Peak (Daily from 4pm & Weekends)
- ½ Hour Private Lesson: Child £47–£50
- 45 Min Private Lesson: Child £62–£65, Adult £72–£75
- 45 Min Semi-Private Lesson: Child £52–£55, Adult £65–£68
- 1 Hour Group Lesson: Child –, Adult £55
- 45 Min Stable Management: Child £40/group, £50/private; Adult £43/group, £53/private
- ½ Hour Walk-in-Woods: £32 per person
- ½ Hour Stable Management (SM): £32 per person
- 1 Hour Walk-in-Woods / SM: £60
- 1 Hour Hack: £60 (£75 private)
To Check More Prices Visit: https://www.checkendonequestrian.co.uk/price-list/

Pricing URL: https://www.checkendonequestrian.co.uk/price-list/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Checkendon Equestrian Centre: Make your child’s next birthday one to remember! Offer parties for children of all ages and abilities. Choose from three simple packages:
- Bronze – £32 per child: 30-minute pony ride through our beautiful woodland
- Silver – £60 per child: 30 minutes of pony pampering & 30-minute pony ride through woodland
- Gold – £65 per child: 30 minutes of pony pampering & 30-minute pony ride through woodland. 1-hour use of the lecture room for party games or food (food not provided)

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