Forest Farm Riding School was born out of a simple idea: bringing high quality, accessible and affordable education to the entire community. Our unique approach to learning and top quality facility makes Forest Farm one of the best Riding Schools in West Sussex. 40 minute lesson which will be reduced to 30 minutes when there are fewer than three riders.

We pride ourselves on a high standard of care for all horses and ponies whose individual needs are of great importance to us. The friendly atmosphere and experienced and caring staff ensure the smooth running of the yard, also contented equines and clients. We have ABRS Accreditation's for both our Riding School and our Livery Yard.

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Daniel Sturgeon

Jan 04, 2021

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My little princess had her birthday party here and even with the rain they all had a fantastic time.
The relay race was the best and all the kids, with different abilities, had huge smiles on their little faces - everyone made us feel welcome.
Big thank you to Derek and all the team :)

Hannah Price

Dec 25, 2020

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Excellent riding school. Well managed. Brilliant instructor and beautiful, happy horses.

Matthew Turner

Jul 03, 2020

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A complete novice rider who needed lessons for career development. So glad I contacted Forest Farm riding school, from the first moment they were really friendly and flexible. I work shifts, and had to cancel a couple of lessons (within the required time frame), and they were really accommodating. Derek who I predominately had as my instructor is outstanding. Patient, friendly and his teaching practises are exceptional. Delivering clear and precise techniques which allowed me to improve every lesson. He showed genuine interest in my requirements, and gave me material to think/focus on until my

Barry Davis

Oct 12, 2019

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My Daughter enjoyed this at the beginning, however the instructors kept changing, which looses track of progress. Then we had Derek, he’s not really adapted when dealing with under 16s,
If he’s having a bad day then this shows during the lesson. The last lesson all 5 girls were told off and no real riding actually took place. Also other riders coming in while the girls are having there lesson.
However that said, this could be a 5 star riding school with a few small changes.

Rhumbathunder

Aug 22, 2018

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My partner rode B
A lovely horse safe but, forward enough to master riding trot.
Great instruction - very good yard

Rachel Eran Thomas Brake Bikes

Jan 30, 2017

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Took my 13 year old god son, we had a lesson, and had great fun the teacher was great we even got to trot for our first go ever!
we will be back

Samantha Smithson

Jan 09, 2017

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My 4 and a half year old had her first lesson here today and she loved it. Everyone was really friendly and helpful. The teacher was enthusiastic and encouraging. My daughter learnt loads - which was more than I expected.

Sarah Butler

Jul 07, 2015

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My boys and myself love Forest Farm! The boys started having lessons as beginners and have developed brilliantly with the help of excellent instructors. I hack regularly and the rides are brilliant, St Leonard's Forest is lovely and the horses are fantastic.