We are a busy, yet friendly Riding School. We are approved by the Local Authority, The British Horse Society, Association of British Riding Schools, FEI Clubmark and a The Pony Club Centre. We are the only riding school in the North West with all of these accreditations. Based just a few miles south west of Manchester in the Mersey valley green belt. We are situated in 450 acres of open countryside yet still close to the motorway network.

Our facilities include an indoor school and two, all weather, rubber surfaced outdoor floodlit menages with comfortable viewing facilities and cafe. We are the only riding school to have our own Racewood Dressage simuator the most advanced of its type in the world.

Our experienced and friendly staff can offer you riding lessons to suit all ages (upwards of 3) and abilities. All our horses and ponies are chosen for their suitable temperament and are fully trained to ensure both the safety and enjoyment of our customers.

During the school holidays, we always offer a range of activities to both children and adults. You can check out what is available on this website. We also offer our very popular 'Pony Parties' and we recommend you book early

HALF TERM HOLIDAYS
 
QUEEN'S DIAMOND JUBILEE DAY

Tues 5th June 12 noon
 
 
We will be holding a special jubilee hack for parents who'd like to ride with their children and is suitable for any rider confident in canter.
For our beginner parents and children, we are holding a special half hour fun lesson followed by a half hour stable management session.
Both sessions will be followed by a 'Jubilee Street Party' where a buffet lunch including BBQ will be served!
Come and celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee at CRC £20 per person inc Food.
 
DAYS ON THE FARM
 
Running right through the Half Term Hols!  We are holding days on the farm from Monday 4th June- Friday 8th June.   Each day will consist of 2 hours of riding, fun and games, hacks and of course, looking after your favourite ponies and horses!   Suitable for all levels of riders. Minimum age 6. Packed lunch and waterproofs required.  

Cost £40 per day or £180 for 5 days. Times; 10am-4pm.
 
SIMULATOR FUN DAY FOR PARENTS & CHILDREN
 
Bank Holiday Monday 4th June 9am-4pm  Parent's together with their children can have a combined 45 min lesson on Othello which will include a fully printed assessment for only £10 each. Great for parents who'd like to start riding and even better for children who'd like to to show up their parents with their riding abilities!! Slots available from 9am-4pm.

 
TREASURE HUNT ON HORSEBACK

(For our lead rein Riders!) 

We are holding a special Treasure Hunt which will be great fun for our lead rein  Friday 8th June. Come and help us find all thtreasure on horseback!. Plenty of prizes for everyone! A parent is required to lead throughout the treasure hunt.  

Time 11am-12 noon. Cost £20 
 
2 DAY CRASH COURSE FOR HELPERS 

Thurs & Fri 7th & 8th June
 
Have you ever fancied helping out at our yard but can't make Thursday evenings?? Well here's your chance to learn all you need to know about horse care, stable management and working in a riding school and livery yard environment in a 2 day crash course. Successful candidates will receive an A4 certificate and a record of their success will be kept in ABRS files.

Cost £90 including certificate. Age 10+. Time 10am-4pm

SIDE SADDLE LESSON DAY

Followed by a trip to WORLD HORSE WELFARE PENNY FARM Wednesday 6th June
Depart Carrington Riding Centre 9.30am Return @ 4.30pm

Spend a horsey day learning side-saddle basics in small groups at an approved Side-Saddle Association centre then on to Penny Farm, a World Horse Welfare Centre.

Costs
Riders -  £50 per person including travel (only 10 places)
Weight limit for riders is 13 stone.
Non-riders travel only
Adults £20
Accompanied children £15
Unaccompanied children (over 8 years, no riding) £30
Packed lunch required/refreshments may be bought. 
Due to numbers a £20 deposit will be required to secure side-saddle place,
£10 deposit for non-riders

BHS RIDING & ROAD SAFETY COURSE

The course will commence on Tuesday 26th June at 6.30pm-9pm and will last for 5 weeks with the exam taking place on Wed 25th July ay 10.30am. The test will take approximately 2 hours.

There are only 10 places per course so please book asap. Cost £120 for the course plus examiner fees to the BHS (payable in advance).

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OTHELLO GROUP WEEKEND & EVENING SESSIONS

Every weekend, we are now offering group riding sessions on Othello for just £10 per rider. Each rider will get a 20 min fully instructed session to help improve your riding skills.
Group Session Times:
Friday 5pm-8pm Saturday 9am-11am Sunday 4pm-6pm

PONY CLUB FOR ADULTS

MONDAY NIGHTS 7ish!
Have you ever fancied learning how to look after a horse? Due to popular demand, CRC are going to provide weekly one hour ABRS stable management courses for adults which will teach you how to care, maintain and tack up horses. The course will also teach you how to be safe around horses and stables. Content of the courses can be seen at http://www.abrs-info.org/site-docs/SMT_A-E_Syllabi.pdf

Cost £10 per week.

BHS EXAMS

We have now been approved by the BHS to train candidates toward their BHS Stage 1 & 2 qualifications.

Weekly Training for BHS STAGE 1 & 2 Courses now available on weekdays and evenings. Please call 0161 969 5853 for more information.

Please click here for details of courses