Witherslack Hall Equestrian Centre is a long established riding centre providing horse riding for all ages and abilities. This 2500 Acre estate comprises the largest area of semi natural woodland in Cumbria and some of the best hacking in the lake District! Choose from a range of activities including, Hacking & Trekking, Lessons, Pony Days, Trail Rides and Riding Holidays.
We offer Riding lessons for all ages and abilities. What ever your goal is we can help you achieve it, whether your children 3+ want to learn to ride or learning to ride is something you wished you had done when you were younger, we have classes to suit. We provide private, Semi-Private and Group sessions in or 25 x 45 outdoor arena.
We offer Riding lessons for all ages and abilities. What ever your goal is we can help you achieve it, whether your children 3+ want to learn to ride or learning to ride is something you wished you had done when you were younger, we have classes to suit. We provide private, Semi-Private and Group sessions in or 25 x 45 outdoor arena.
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An 'Approved School' is an establishment which has been inspected and found to be satisfactory by one of the national Approved Schemes. The Association of British Riding Schools conducts such a scheme, setting a high standard for horse care and requires to be satisfied that the instruction given is well presented and correct.
We encourage and support learners to show them what they can do, rather than what they can't. Most schools and Colleges have learners who do not engage with the mainstream curriculum. Often they become disillusioned and disruptive causing problems for other members of the class. At Witherslack Hall Equestrian we offer an alternative curriculum, based on equestrian studies.
Apprenticeships provide the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications and practical hands-on experience whilst also earning a wage. As an employee you will work alongside experienced staff to gain vocational skills which will give you career choices following your apprenticeship.
The Equine Groom Standard Apprenticeship is suitable for new equine employees or individuals looking to gain employment in the equine industry with a preference to gaining skills and qualifications in the workplace.The Apprenticeship programme is delivered in the workplace, and supplemented with training at our approved centre.
The Equine Groom Standard Apprenticeship is suitable for new equine employees or individuals looking to gain employment in the equine industry with a preference to gaining skills and qualifications in the workplace.The Apprenticeship programme is delivered in the workplace, and supplemented with training at our approved centre.
Riders from complete beginners to advanced will equally be taken aback by the views, scenery and tranquillity that our 2500 acre private estate set in the Witherslack and Winster valley offers. Riders who are capable/confident riding a horse/pony at walk and trot without the lead rein. Riders who are capable/confident riding a horse/pony at walk, trot and Canter over undulating ground.
Novice riders Group 1hr lesson Riders who are capable of riding at walk and trot off the lead rein. Maximum number of riders 6 Riders must have passed a rider assessment to join this group Please enquire if you would like to book an assessment lesson. Beginner riders Group 30min lesson These classes are for beginner riders who are on the lead rein.
Reviews (12)
Emma Pettit
Nov 08, 2021
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We had a great time at Witherslack last week....despite the awful weather. My daughter loved her residential and we thoroughly enjoyed staying at the b&b. It was rather nice being left to our own devices and very relaxing!
I was really impressed with Deana and her team; she truly cares about her horses, guests and staff. V forthright and professional which gave me absolute confidence on my rides.
I was really impressed with Deana and her team; she truly cares about her horses, guests and staff. V forthright and professional which gave me absolute confidence on my rides.
Lisa Shore
Sep 18, 2021
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I’ve just spent a wonderful 4 days staying in the gorgeous B&B and riding at the stables. Excellent accommodation, well cared for horses, beautiful scenery, great food and a real chance to switch off from the outside world. Deana and her team were friendly and helpful and understood that there were areas of my riding that I wanted to improve and helped me to do that. Would definitely recommend and will be returning in the future. Thankyou
Tina Pringle
Aug 06, 2021
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Christine Williams
Aug 06, 2021
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We've travelled around the world on various horse adventures and Witherslack stands out to me as one of the best! First rate facilities, superb and well looked after horses, helpful and friendly staff who are 100% committed to the welfare of the horses and the guests. A brilliantly run establishment and interesting and varied trails to explore. What is there not to love. I would happily have not left and will definitely be going back!
Camille Severy
Jun 20, 2021
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Million thanks to the whole team at the Whiterslack hall equestrian centre and the lovely horses we rode: Milly, Jake, Waldo, Darcy, River, Flake and Thomas.
We spent a wonderful, calming and sporty week in the B&B walking, trotting or cantering our way through the stunning estate.
Horses are great, riding instructors very helpful and Janet and Deana are great B&B hosts.
Definitely coming back.
We spent a wonderful, calming and sporty week in the B&B walking, trotting or cantering our way through the stunning estate.
Horses are great, riding instructors very helpful and Janet and Deana are great B&B hosts.
Definitely coming back.
Nicola Claire Fowler
May 16, 2021
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Michiel Van Setten
Jun 07, 2020
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Rickie Chapple Christmas Cracker
Dec 26, 2019
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Hi. I have to state CLEARLY my recent stay here were FANTASTIC. I'm NO stranger to this AMAZING neck of the woods as I PROUDLY attended the nice boarding school next door many years ago where I had a COMPLETE ball of a time. During my recent stay I had a WONDERFUL
welcome visit to the school. Again the equestrian centre, I HONESTLY feel I received VERY VERY good value for money and I look corward to coming back soon.
welcome visit to the school. Again the equestrian centre, I HONESTLY feel I received VERY VERY good value for money and I look corward to coming back soon.
Sam Wade
Dec 22, 2017
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Louise Jones
Jun 24, 2017
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My children ride every week at Witherslack. They have lessons and hack out regularly.
They are well instructed, the horses are well cared for, fit, happy, and there is always a horse/pony for moving up on to when my girls have reached the next level. The staff are polite and friendly. Can't recommend enough!
They are well instructed, the horses are well cared for, fit, happy, and there is always a horse/pony for moving up on to when my girls have reached the next level. The staff are polite and friendly. Can't recommend enough!
Jacky Newton
Sep 11, 2015
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I had a 45 minute lesson and a 90 minutes hack. The instructor for the lesson was brilliant as was the hack out, the horse I used for both was well schooled and I didn't feel at any point he was a typical riding school horse. I had a fantastic time and would recommend this equestrian school to anyone. Hoping to return next year as I live about 2 hours away, otherwise I would be there most weeks
Phil Robinson
Jan 17, 2015
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I have just enjoyed a 2 week riding holiday at the centre, Deana & Jon made me feel very welcome. Emma & Karen are great ride leaders with a vast knowledge of the area.
There are a lot of good horses to ride including Rappa, Scrumpy, Flake & Sox.
The scenery and surrounds are out of this world and what makes Britain Great. I am returning again in November so that itself tells you what I think about Witherslack. and would recommend anyone to visit here.
There are a lot of good horses to ride including Rappa, Scrumpy, Flake & Sox.
The scenery and surrounds are out of this world and what makes Britain Great. I am returning again in November so that itself tells you what I think about Witherslack. and would recommend anyone to visit here.
