Discover the joy of pony care with Kids Club at Coombe Stables, where children learn grooming, tacking, and riding in a friendly country setting. Perfect for young adventure seekers!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for children in good health, able to sit and stand independently
Wildlife
History
Coombe Stables has operated since the early 20th century, preserving traditional riding methods.
Conservation
The stables practice sustainable pasture management and animal welfare standards to minimize environmental impact.
Coombe Stables Riding School
Discover the joy of pony care with Kids Club at Coombe Stables, where children learn grooming, tacking, and riding in a friendly country setting. Perfect for young adventure seekers!
Coombe Stables Riding School is a riding school based in Sway, England that runs a range of riding experiences and lessons for children and adults. The school offers structured sessions including the Kids Club — a 2-hour activity for children aged 4–14 that combines pony care, grooming and tacking up with a private 20-minute riding lesson. Group Lesson sessions are 30 minutes long and participants are grouped by ability to provide safe, level-appropriate instruction.
Private Riding Lessons are available as 30-minute one-on-one sessions that begin with an assessment to create a tailored riding plan. For riders who want to explore the countryside, Private Hacks and Walking Hacks take guests along country lanes and into open forest; Private Hacks can include small exclusive groups of up to 8 participants. The Walking Hack and other guided rides are led by experienced staff to ensure a relaxed, scenic experience.
Shorter family-friendly options include the Kids Arena Walk, a guided 20-minute walk in the outdoor arena with hard hats provided, and longer outings like the Picnic Hack — a 4-hour trek through the New Forest featuring a 90-minute ride to a picnic spot and a bespoke lunch before the return ride. All activities emphasize practical pony skills, safety and enjoyment, with clear guidance for riders of differing abilities.
Location
Sway, England
Based in Sway near country lanes and forest
Tours Offered
7 Experiences
Kids, lessons, hacks and picnic rides
Kids Programs
Ages 4–14
Kids Club and Kids Arena Walk available
Private & Group
Flexible Durations
30-min lessons to 4-hour picnic hacks
Reserve a Kids Club place, private lesson or scenic hack via The Adventure Collective listing to secure dates and times.
Wear comfortable clothes
Dress in clothing suitable for grooming and riding activities.
Bring sunscreen
Protection from the sun is important during outdoor activities.
Arrive early
Arriving a few minutes early ensures a smooth start to the session.
Follow safety instructions
Pay close attention to instructor guidance for a safe experience.
Closed-toe shoes
Protect feet during grooming and riding.
Comfortable layering clothes
Enables easy movement and stays comfortable in changing weather.
all
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Shield from sun during outdoor riding activities.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during outdoor sessions.