Penshaw Equestrian Centre

Penshaw Village Hall, Tulip Court, Penshaw, Houghton le Spring, UK
3-90 Years
Paid

Description

Penshaw Equestrian Centre, located at the foot of Penshaw Monument, is a British Horse Society approved centre offering riding tuition for all levels, from Tiny Tots (2.5 years) to riders preparing for BHS examinations. The Changing Lives Through Horses (CLtH) programme provides group sessions and one-to-one sessions for young people aged 5–25 with special needs, using professional coaching to develop key life skills including confidence, teamwork, responsibility, and perseverance.

Lessons in the 60m x 20m sand arena, including private (£40), group & Tots (£35), Tiny Tots (£23), 45-min semi-private (£40 per person), and hacking out (£38–£48). Pony Academy sessions on weekends teach horse care, grooming, and stable management, while Pony Weeks during school holidays (9am–4pm, Mon–Fri) offer stable management, pony games, crafts, riding, and end-of-week shows for £195 per full week, with flexible payment plans. Monthly events include dressage, showjumping, and coaching clinics with guest instructors.

If you are looking for Best Horse Riding and Stables in Houghton Le Spring, Tyne and Wear then you can visit Penshaw Equestrian Centre. Penshaw Equestrian Centre is one of the places in Houghton-le-Spring Tyne and Wear for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • Changing Lives Through Horses: Penshaw Equestrian Centre offers the Changing Lives Through Horses (CLtH) programme. Group sessions run from 9:30am–2:30pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, while one-to-one sessions run from 9am–12pm and 12:30pm–3:30pm on Tuesday and Thursday. 
  • An Equine Lifeline: The CLtH programme is an alternative education scheme held at a BHS Approved Riding Centre with qualified BHS Accredited Professional Coaches. Suitable for young people aged 5–25 with special needs, including those permanently excluded or at risk of exclusion, or those not in employment, education, or training (NEET). Participants may also face social exclusion or economic disadvantage. The programme integrates awards and achievements within a professional equine setting linked to the school curriculum, with a focus on holistic development and six key life skills:
    • Building relationships
    • Communication
    • Confidence
    • Responsibility
    • Teamwork
    • Perseverance
  • Sessions start from 2.5 years with a 30-minute lesson (15-minute groom and 15-minute ride). From 4 years old, graded group lessons are available throughout the week and weekend. Private sessions offer focused one-to-one instruction for skill improvement.
  • Riding School: Lessons are available Monday–Thursday 1pm–8:30pm, Friday 1pm–5:30pm, and weekends 9am–5:30pm, with private lessons offered daily. Tots sessions run from 2.5–4 years old. Activities include Cross Country, Showjumping, and local hacks, including Pub Hacks.
  • Pony Academy: Held on Saturdays and Sundays, this programme teaches horse care including stable management, grooming, and tacking up. Yard staff mentor participants from 10am–4pm; a packed lunch is required.
  • Pony Weeks School Holidays: Pony Club Weeks are available during all school holidays, running Monday–Friday from 9am–4pm. Activities include: Stable Management, Grooming, Tacking Up, Pony Games, Crafts, Fun and Friendship & Riding. The week concludes with a show. Prices start at £195 for a full week, with daily options and flexible payment plans available through ECPRO. New riders require an induction lesson.
  • Events: https://penshaw-equestrian.ecpro.co.uk/events

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Induction / Assessment: £40
  • Private Lesson: £40
  • Group Lesson  & Tots Lesson: £35
  • Tiny Tots: £23
  • 45min Semi-Private: £40 per person
  • Hacking Out: £38 / £48
  • To See More Prices Visit: https://penshaw-equestrian.ecpro.co.uk/prices

Pricing URL: https://penshaw-equestrian.ecpro.co.uk/prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

  • Children’s Parties
    • Minimum: 4 children | Maximum: 16 children
    • Party packages available for: Riding, Stable Management, Grooming
    • Room decoration available for an additional cost
    • Please contact for full party information and options
  • 8:00 am – 8:30 pm: Thursday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
  • 8:00 am – 6:00 pm: Friday, Saturday

Address: Penshaw Village Hall, Tulip Court, Penshaw, Houghton le Spring, UK

Post Code: DH4 7ER

Council: Sunderland

County: Tyne and Wear

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