Murton Equestrian Centre

Murton Equestrian Centre, The Bridle, Murton Village, Newcastle upon Tyne NE27 0QD, UK
2-90 Years
Paid

Description

Murton Equestrian Centre is a fully licensed, BHS-approved, family-run riding school offering quality riding lessons in a safe and relaxed environment for adults and children. The centre is also approved by the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) and Pony Club, providing a broad selection of horses and ponies suitable for all levels. Highly trained and qualified staff deliver a wide range of group lessons, private lessons, and other activities, including dressage, jumping, lunge to improve position, BHS stages training, and lungeing tuition. Riding is available year-round with access to indoor and outdoor arenas. Pony Petting sessions offer an introduction to ponies, including grooming, saddling, a short leadrein ride, pony painting, and a farewell. Taster sessions for beginners provide a guided experience of countryside or indoor riding. Children’s group lessons include Leading Rein lessons, Walk Trot Group lessons, and Loose Group lessons for riders who have mastered walk and trot, focusing on canter and skill reinforcement.

Lesson prices include Pony Petting (£20 + £2 hat hire), Taster Sessions (£24 + £2 hat hire), Leading Rein (£27 + £2 hat hire, volunteer lead £1 if parent unavailable), and Walk Trot Group (£32)..

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Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • Lessons: Murton Equestrian Centre is fully approved by the British Horse Society (BHS), Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA), and Pony Club, offering a broad selection of horses and ponies suitable for all levels of rider. All staff are trained, qualified, and fully insured. A wide range of group lessons, private lessons, and other fun activities are available, including dressage, jumping, lunge to improve position, BHS stages training, and lungeing tuition. Riding is available year-round with access to indoor and outdoor arenas.
  • Pony Petting (Ages 2–6): Pony Petting sessions introduce children to ponies with a 45-minute experience. Activities include meeting and grooming the ponies, saddling and bridling, a short leadrein ride led by a parent, pony painting and sparkles, and a farewell to the ponies.
  • Walks (Taster Sessions) (Ages 2–100): Taster sessions are for complete beginners who want to try riding, with a maximum of 4 riders per group. Sessions last 30 minutes, allowing riders to experience local countryside riding or indoor riding if weather is unsuitable.
  • Leading Rein Group (Ages 4–13): Leading rein lessons introduce beginner children to riding, teaching walk and trot with correct positioning. Parents are encouraged to lead their child, with volunteers available if needed. Duration: 30 minutes, maximum 6 riders. Cost: £27 + £2 hat hire. Sessions run Wednesday and Thursday at 4:30 pm, Saturday and Sunday at 11:30 am, 3:00 pm, and 3:30 pm.
  • Walk Trot Group: This small group lesson is for riders who have completed Leading Rein or Beginner Lunge private lessons, focusing on walk and trot off the leadrein, school movements, and correct trot diagonal. Maximum 3 riders, duration 30 minutes. Sessions run Thursday 5:30 pm, Saturday 11:30 am and 3:30 pm, Sunday 11:30 am and 3:30 pm.
  • Loose Group Lessons: Suitable for riders who have mastered walk and trot, focusing on reinforcing prior knowledge and learning to canter. Duration: 30 minutes, maximum 3 riders. Cost: £32. Sessions run Tuesday 5:00 pm, Friday 4:30 pm, Saturday/Sunday 11:00 am and 3:00 pm.
  • Group Class Lessons: Group lessons are graded by rider standard and split into Children/Teenagers and Adults. Maximum 8 riders. Novice group lessons are for riders who can walk, trot, and canter independently. Teenagers can continue their riding development before joining adult sessions. Adult group lessons are for riders aged 17 and over.
  • Jumping Lessons: Poles to Jump Group: Riders learn jumping position and technique over poles. Cost: £34, Friday 6:00 pm.
  • Learn to Jump Group: Riders learn jumping position and small fences in trot/canter. Cost: £37, Thursday 6:00 pm.
  • Private and Semi-Private Lessons: Private lessons are available for all abilities, including beginner Lead Rein/Lunge, Flatwork, Loose, Lunge, or BHS Stages prep. Duration: 30 or 45 minutes, with lunge lessons 30 minutes. Semi-private lessons can be shared with friends or family and are available for all abilities. Sessions run Tuesday–Sunday.
  • Stable Management: Non-riding sessions focus on horse care and welfare, available in 30, 45, and 60-minute durations. These sessions are suitable for career students or riders wishing to learn more about horse management.
  • Pony Club: Open to children and young people aged 7–21, Pony Club encourages teamwork, horse care, and riding skill development. Members can work through achievement badges recognised by the British Horse Society, meeting new friends while expanding knowledge and experience in equestrian activities.

Facilities

  • Parking onsite

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Lesson & Activity Prices – Murton Equestrian Centre

  • Pony Introduction / Beginner Sessions:
    • Pony Petting (2–6 years, 45 mins): £20 + £2 hat hire
    • Walks / Taster Sessions (2 yrs–100 yrs, 30 mins): £24 + £2 hat hire
  • Children’s Group Lessons:
    • Leading Rein Group (4–13 yrs, 30 mins): £27 + £2 hat hire
    • Volunteer lead if parent unavailable: £1
    • Walk Trot Group (30 mins): £32
    • Loose Group Lessons (30 mins): £32
    • Group Class Lessons (1 hr): £34
  • Jumping Lessons:
    • Poles to Jump Group Session: £34
    • Learn to Jump Group Session: £37
  • To See More Price List Visit: https://www.murtonequestriancentre.co.uk/prices

Pricing URL: https://www.murtonequestriancentre.co.uk/prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Birthday Parties: 

  • Riding & Grooming Party Prices: 2–6 children: £192 + VAT & 7–12 children: £384 + VAT
  • Party Details: Available on Saturdays and Sundays at 4:00 pm. Minimum age: 5 years No prior riding experience required; all children are led by instructors or parent volunteers. Birthday child and guests greeted at reception; riding hats and boots fitted
  • Riding & Grooming Session: Max 6 children per group for safety. 25 minutes riding + 25 minutes grooming
  • Options: outdoor trek (weather permitting), indoor pony games, or lesson with instructor
  • Safety hats provided; recommended attire: full-length trousers and boots with small heel or wellies
  • Trainers, open-toe sandals, skirts, and shorts are not permitted
  • Additional Notes:
    • Local food outlets (e.g., Robin Hood Pub) can be arranged for party tea (book directly)
    • Groups smaller than 6: contact stables to check availability
    • Winter dates: contact the stables for details
  • To Book: https://www.murtonequestriancentre.co.uk/birthday-parties
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday – Friday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Address: Murton Equestrian Centre, The Bridle, Murton Village, Newcastle upon Tyne NE27 0QD, UK

Post Code: NE27 0QD

Council: North Tyneside

County: Tyne and Wear

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