1. Sydney Horse, Centennial Stables at Centennial Park
The Equestrian Centre at Centennial Park houses numerous riding schools, so whether you are an experienced rider or you’ve never sat on a horse in your life, come to the Centennial Parklands Equestrian Centre to appreciate one of life’s truly joyful experiences. There’s classes for all ages and experience plus guided pony rides for kids after a casual afternoon adventure!
NSM mums say: “Sydney Horse at Centennial Park are great. They offer led trail rides around the park.”
- Where: 114-120 Lang Road, Moore Park
- More info: Sydney Parklands Equestrian Centre
The Equestrian Centre at Centennial Park houses numerous riding schools
2. Palomino Riding School, Belrose
Palomino Riding School has been operating for over 50 years offering trail rides, holiday programs and lessons for beginners to advanced riders. The school is situated in Sydney’s northern beaches and backs onto local bushland which is where many of the rail rides take place.
NSM mums say: “I used to do gentle trail rides at Palomino, it’s still there! Can’t wait to take my kids there when they’re older!”
- Where: 192 Forest Way, Belrose
- More info: Palomino Riding School, Belrose
Palomino Riding School has been operating for over 50 years
3. Patchwork Ponies, Dural
The real drawcard at Patchwork Ponies is the amazing pony parties for 3 to 10 year olds. They include grooming and patting, pony rides, games and activities plus party food and cake served on the gorgeous property. The company also offer pony rides and unicorn rides, which are rides on a beautifully decorated pony complete with unicorn horn.
- Where: Dural (approx. 45 minutes north-west from the Sydney CBD)
- More info: Patchwork Ponies, Dural
Patchwork Ponies lets kids experience grooming and patting, pony rides, games and more
4. Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures, Glenworth Valley
Gorgeous Glenworth Valley is the picture-perfect backdrop for a trail ride. The guided horse riding is suitable for all abilities. You’ll receive instruction on how to control and manage your horse and the experienced and friendly horse riding guides will accompany you on your ride.
NSM mums say: “It’s set amongst gorgeous rolling hills and caters to every level of rider. Highly recommend!”
- Where: Cooks Road, Glenworth Valley (approx. 30 min drive from Wahroonga, heading north up the M1)
- More info: Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures, Glenworth Valley
Gorgeous Glenworth Valley is the picture-perfect backdrop for a trail ride
5. Riding for the Disabled Association, Ryde
The RDA NSW is a volunteer organisation providing equine assisted activities for people with disabilities to develop and enhance abilities. The program enables children and adults with disabilities to enjoy and achieve physical, social, psychological and educational progress through participation in therapeutic horse riding programs and horse related activities.
NSM mums say: “Inclusive classes and friendly staff who become family.”
- Where: Marsfield Park, 118-120 Culloden Rd, Marsfield
- More info: Riding for the Disabled Association, Ryde
The RDA NSW is a volunteer organisation providing activities for people with disabilities
