Goulds Green Riding School was established in 1959 by the Jupp family and is still in the same ownership. Throughout the years the backdrop has changed significantly from bare farm land to the now spectacular Stockley Country Park completed in 1984. We offer tuition for children and adults from beginner to the more advanced. We offer hacking, jumping lessons, flat lessons, lunge lessons, lead rein lessons and more!
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We have two 72m x 25m recently refurbished all weather, flood lit arenas. This allows us to teach several lessons at one time up until at least 8pm even during the winter months. They provide an ideal and safe environment in which to learn and progress in riding horses. Please see our Gallery for more images.
Shoes or boots with a slight heel is a must, no trainers or flat soles permitted. Jodhpurs or breeches are the most comfortable but soft jogging bottoms or thick leggings will be fine. A riding hat up to the latest safety standard, see safety for more info. Our lead rein lesson can be started from age 4, this is for health and safety as well as insurance reasons.
We are often looking for helpers, staff and volunteers. To be considered for any of these positions you MUST be able to: Muck out, Groom, Tack up, Sweep, Be polite and respectful and be generally competent around the horses. We often have vacancies for competent instructors, preferably B.H.S qualified on a freelance or part time basis.
Lead Rein - This is the first lesson that we offer to children between ages 4 - 8 years. It is a basic lesson that takes place in the school or park in which we ask a parent or a suitable person to lead. This gives the child confidence and a chance to get used to being on the horse and work on their balance and position.
Children are well catered for at our riding school. They can start to ride from 4 years of age by joining one of our pony rides or lead rein lessons. We ask the parents to lead which further improves safety and helps give the child confidence. In addition to the 'Pony Club' we have many other children's activities including Own A Pony Day/Week, mini gymkhanas, shows, lectures, quizzes etc and even hold 'pony parties'!
Reviews (10)
Gabrielle
Oct 19, 2021
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Shelley Caldwell
Sep 09, 2021
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We visited the stables today with my 2 children aged 8 and 4 from the moment we arrived we felt so welcome the children were taken to put on boots and hats then they met their pony's George and Nipper who they groomed which was lovely. Both children then got on their horses and went for a lovely ride their riding teacher Jasmine was so lovely and great with them both answering all their questions and just having a nice conversation on the ride. I'd highly recommend the stables and both children have asked to go again.it was all very professional but so relaxed and great fun.
Lillie Smith
Dec 04, 2020
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As a horse owner myself to see the care and love that all the staff have the horses are an absoloute must. The whole GGRS team have such high standards that are met and the welfare of all horses are the main priority. It is managed supremley kept clean and tidy easly accessible and imstructors are highly knowledgeable with help to improve and Progress your riding. Fantastic all round centre with a shop on site too! 5 stars!.
Laura Barron
Sep 02, 2020
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Gould’s Green is the best Riding School in the area, it’s family run for many years and the owners are lovely people who care so much for their animals and treat them so well, my daughter has been riding with the school since she was 4 and has learnt so much. Chloe is an amazing teacher who is so knowledgeable and has a great teaching style with lots of patience! You will not find a better riding school than this one!!
Guy Wilson
Jun 03, 2020
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If your considering taking your Children or Grandchildren here for a lesson, you’ll find a really good friendly instructor called Zoe...... but the owner is a proper miserable confrontational arrogant woman. My two Granddaughters won’t be going here again ❗️And just for future reference if a Customer (clues in the title) is 5 minutes late they’re paying so not your worry really❗️
Caroline Emerson
Sep 07, 2019
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From time to time my daughter has private lessons at Goulds Green Riding School and she LOVES them. The stables have a homely feel and all staff are polite and professional. Her instructor is extremely experienced, engaged and rigorous in her work. The results are visible as I can see how my daughters skills have evolved since her first lesson and how her self-confidence has improved.
I also enrolled her in their Stable Management which she just adored! Would highly recommend this riding school!
I also enrolled her in their Stable Management which she just adored! Would highly recommend this riding school!
E. Dlhs
Jun 07, 2019
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Unique learning environment. Paul and Chloe are very experienced and knowledgeable. Horses are so well looked after... the stables are one of the best ones I have seen: well organised, clean and tidy with very friendly and helpful staff, always available. I have met riders of all ages constantly attending lessons and achieving their goals. I strongly recommend this school to all equestrians, beginners or advanced. They will adapt to each student’s needs and ensure you make progress. Thank You Paul and Chloe for all your guidance and infinite patience. I always feel much happier after I finish
Amanda Foale
Jan 20, 2019
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I have been riding with GGRS since Oct of last year (2017). I was nervous & anxious as I was returning to riding (I'm a 'mature' student) Chloe and her team made me feel welcomed and relaxed. My first lesson was an assessment of my existing skills. The outcome of this lesson highlighted to me how little I actually knew about riding albeit I had had lessons previously!
Chloe however was amazing, we went back to basics:~ Understanding the Horse & Rider partnership. Chloe always communicated in language I would understand (no jargon). Chloe pitched lessons at my pace and we moved on when I had achieved
Chloe however was amazing, we went back to basics:~ Understanding the Horse & Rider partnership. Chloe always communicated in language I would understand (no jargon). Chloe pitched lessons at my pace and we moved on when I had achieved
Hayley Owen
Dec 25, 2018
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A great, friendly instructor who teaches you how to ride properly and use your body effectively to communicate with the horse as well as this the horses like the staff are friendly and both are suitable for riders of all abilities. They don't overcharge and provide riding equipment such as helmets and riding shoes for a small fee. I have enjoyed every minute of my lessons here even though it's hard work.
Emma Williams
Nov 29, 2018
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I have been going to Goulds Green Riding for many years now and really enjoy it. Lessons are different every week. My instructor Chloe varies the horses we ride and the focus of the lessons to improve different aspects of my riding. The horses all have different personalities which enables you to learn different techniques. Fun every week. 😀
