VALFR59 Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Hi, I would take informations about the possibility to do horse-riding (pony indeed) for my 3yrs old .Daddy bring him to Ruggerbeez class (but had to stop it for this term)...and I would love to offer him to possibility to discover my passion , especially as he is an animals/pets lover like me, and always ask to see the horses my parents have close to their house, asking to climb on them and give them carrots...Do you know if I can find somewhere not too far from Dulwich? Do I have to go in Kent? You can Pm me if you want. Thanks in advance for your help! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
sj Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 Dulwich stables on the south circular! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-606446 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wellington Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 Ohh, I would be interested in finding out as well as my 3 year old wants to go. When we went to the stables on the South Circular this past summer they weren't doing lessons for 3 year olds but said it was a possibility depending on insurance costs. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-606638 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sanity girl Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 I think Vauxhall City Farm offer some riding lessons for kids Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-606667 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fapl Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 Not exactly ED, and I have no experience of any of these, they are just a few I am aware of from driving past or hearing about:Mudchute City Farm if you can get to the DLR, but it says from 7 years http://www.mudchute.org/equestrian-centrehttp://www.mudchute.org/equestrian-centre opposite Eltham College looks really nicewww.willowtreeridinglondon.co.uk/ in Lee takes children from 4 years old. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-606823 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crystalpal Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 I think Willowtree just beyond Lewisham is the best place for pony riding. Lots of young children ride there; I don't know if they'll take a child as young as three but it is definitely worth asking. When I went years ago the teaching was exceptional- its at Ronver Road London SE12 0NL020 8857 6438www.willowtreeridinglondon.co.uk/ Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-606912 Share on other sites More sharing options...
VALFR59 Posted January 13, 2013 Author Share Posted January 13, 2013 Thanks a lot for your informations!! I've called Dulwich stabled but they start only at 6yrs...probably they don't have shetland pony, pony breed to start at the youngest age .I'll explore the others suggestions you've nicely gave to me on that thread.If I find something great, I'll let know! Val Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607020 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MusicoSouth Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 Hi Dulwich stables do have a Shetland, he's a lovely, furry, obstinate creature called Hoobie. They used to do 'pony rides' as opposed to lessons for really young ones, but i think stopped a while back. When I was looking for my 5 year old a few years back found nowhere that would take them that young, so we waited till 6 and she started at Dulwich which was fine, then switched to Mudchute on I of Dogs, which was truly excellent. Think 3 is a bit young really for proper lessons. Used to take my daughter for regular donkey rides on Blackheath to keep her interest up till formal lessons could start. Good luckEmma Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607032 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saffron Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Many years ago, I used to teach novice riding classes and lead hacks, and the youngest we could take was 4 years old for lessons or 5 years old for hacks. This was due to insurance.The stable had no ponies. All cildren started on horses. It's a common misconception that children need to start on ponies. Many ponies indeed are stubborn foul-tempered little creatures (you probably would be too if children bounced around on your back all day!). A calm, well-schooled horse is just fine, even for young novice riders.Happy hacking! xx Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fapl Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Sadly the man that did donkey rides on Blackheath passed away late last year. He had to move form his pitch for the Olympics, and I am not sure whether he was allowed back after or if somebody else will take over. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607127 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saffron Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 I was wondering about that as well. This seems to say donkey rides are still available: http://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/directory_record/3758/blackheath . Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607226 Share on other sites More sharing options...
antantant Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Vauxhall City Farm is for 4 years and up. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607267 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peckhamgatecrasher Posted January 15, 2013 Share Posted January 15, 2013 Shetlands aren't the best breed to start little ones riding on as they have relatively broad backs which gives less ability to control with the legs. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607534 Share on other sites More sharing options...
pilsbury Posted January 16, 2013 Share Posted January 16, 2013 I keep noticing a small paddock on the left side of the train tracks on the vic-peckham rye train somewhere between Brixton and Denmark Hill - not massively helpful as I don't know the exact location, name etc. but if you get that train in the evenings and peer out you'll notice as its v well lit and right by the tracks... Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/27909-parents-of-little-horse-riders-tips-pleasewhere-to-ride-a-pony/#findComment-607753 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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