Gillian's Riding School is a popular riding school in Enfield, North London. There is a place for every rider at Gillian's as we are open 7 days a week and have a variety of horses to ride suitable for all levels, including disabilities. We cater for lessons from 4 years old and up and 15 minute pony rides are available for younger riders.
Regardless of your ability we have horses, ponies and instructors that will be perfect for your level. From beginning to advanced, we are here to help. We have Just built a brand new Indoor arena and have 2 outdoor arenas. All of our Arenas are floodlit allowing you to book a lesson time that suits you.
Regardless of your ability we have horses, ponies and instructors that will be perfect for your level. From beginning to advanced, we are here to help. We have Just built a brand new Indoor arena and have 2 outdoor arenas. All of our Arenas are floodlit allowing you to book a lesson time that suits you.
Services
Our cross country course is suitable for all Jumping riders. The jumps range from 1ft to 2ft 9 inches over lightly undulating terrain, Including Steps and a Drop. Our course is available to book for riding lessons on our riding school horses or bring along your horse for a lesson with either Gillian BHSAI or Hayley BHSAI.
These clubs are for the pony mad! we have different activities or competitions and they are suitable for all levels of rider including beginners! You will get to interact with the ponies learning all about how to care for them, and you will get to feed them under supervision of our staff. Some days are themed with treasure hunts, treat making for ponies and lots of other pony activities.
Pony club is an excellent way for children to build up knowledge and understanding of horses and ponies along side of their riding lessons. All our pony club sessions are un mounted and are focused on learning about the care of the horse and pony. Members will work towards Pony Club achievement badges and progressive riding level care.
At Gillian's we cater for large or small parties, and we can even bring a pony to your house! If you have any special requirements please give our team a call at the office. We can even dress the ponies up with feathers in your colour theme and bring ponies to your house for pony rides! 15 mins riding and 15 mins pony grooming.
For that special occasion why not buy a Gillian's Riding School Gift Voucher? You can choose whatever you would like it for (individual or group lessons/woodland rides or block bookings). Valid for 12 months, there is plenty of time for the lucky recipient to decide how to spend it! All bookings must be paid for at the time of booking, please note all cancellations will still be charged at full price unless 48 hours notice.
Reviews (10)
Sc
Jan 07, 2022
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Lovely people, always friendly would definitely recommend......this is how I felt initially......The blonde lady there spoke to me extremely rudely, in a demeaning manor. I really did love it here, but now feel uncomfortable to return. I was expecting a call or some sort of apology, but I guess my custom didn't really matter. Such a shame and a disappointment that one person let the whole team down.
Nik
Dec 25, 2021
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Elaine Taylor
Dec 10, 2021
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My daughter and I booked a lesson each, spoke at great length on the phone concerning our abilities and what we wanted to ride. We were told don't worry we have lots of horses! My daughter specifically asked for a forward 15hh-15.2 horse. On arrival the office staff were quite unfriendly, did not want to discuss what horses we wanted, and said it was already written down in the book. My daughter was given a pony! And was told don't worry she's a weight carrier, albeit she weighs 9.3 stone and is 5'7 in height. So she thought all right give it a try, the instructor gave her a whip to use, and said
Rosetta Constantinou
Nov 27, 2021
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Cookie & Milk Asmr
Oct 30, 2021
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Adrian Clargo
Aug 17, 2021
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Alex Thornton
Jul 16, 2021
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Some reviews say it's run down and the conditions are poor, well there must have been a lot of renovation then! Brand new 60m indoor enclosure on sand, brand new stables. The school instructors are just fantastic. Having tried several schools in the area previously, I have found the two different instructors I've had at Gillian's have an excellent attention to detail, deal well with mixed age groups and mixed ability groups, thorough, positive, best place around.
Georgina Xxx
Jul 07, 2021
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Eszter Stetco
Jun 07, 2021
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I’ve discovered this amazing place more than 8 month ago and I fell in love. It’s a family run business and I actually feel like being part of a family. Very lovely people, very dedicated and passionate instructors. I have learned and progressed so much in a course of a few months, it’s amazing. I enjoy every minute when I am there and the staff is so helpful and patient. It’s definitely my place. And it’s great for hacks as well.
Raluca Macavei
Dec 04, 2020
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I was expecting to be more supportive for young children passionate of horses. The lady from reception exceeds with lack of empathy towards families and children, especially in these difficult times. I find her always having a grumpy attitude like she is doing me a favour for doing her job.
My daughter and I have been running 5 min late from pony ride following school run and she did not allowed to carry on our session. She did not allow to move this booking for a further available slot, already paid 25 £ in advance. My daughter had a broken heart as she looked forward in riding Harvey.
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My daughter and I have been running 5 min late from pony ride following school run and she did not allowed to carry on our session. She did not allow to move this booking for a further available slot, already paid 25 £ in advance. My daughter had a broken heart as she looked forward in riding Harvey.
To summarise