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Riding at Arundel

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We offer private,  semi-private or class lessons as well as  escorted rides and pony rides on a secluded lane. Cross country schooling is also available (weather permitting). 
 
Lessons are held in our indoor school or outside on our all-weather arena.
 
Escorted rides take place along the bridleways in the beautiful West Sussex countryside around Arundel.

Cross country schooling takes place in our cross country field.

We also offer other activities such as Pony Days, Competitions, Shows and stable management sessions. 


Riding attire - safety and comfort

​All riders must wear a riding hat which complies with current legislations.
Riders may hire a riding hat for a charge of £1. 

All riders must wear suitable footwear. If footwear does not have a suitable sole and heel, toe-stoppers will be provided free of charge.

We ride in all weathers so please ensure that your clothing is suitable for the weather.

Riders that jump on the cross country course must wear a body protector which complies with the most recent safety standards.

Please do not wear:
  • High heels
  • Open toed shoes
  • Dangling jewellery
  • Long/pointed fingernails
  • Restrictive clothing
  • ​Shorts/skirts
  • High plaits/hair clips/scrunchies

​Class lesson payments and conditions

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​Class payments are calendar monthly in advance, to be made ON or BEFORE the last ride of the month, for the coming month. There are usually 4 lessons per month but occasionally there will be 5. 
Late payments will incur a £5 administration fee. 
More than two late payments and you may be asked to vacate your class lesson place. 

​Payment methods for class lessons
Cheque or cash in an envelope with the riders name written on the front. 
Transfer using riders name as a reference. Please call the office for details. 
Lessons cancelled with a minimum of 24 hours will be carried forward into next month less £2.50. Lessons cancelled with any less than 24 notice will be charged in full. 
Please remember one months’ notice needs to be given if leaving a class. 

Payments for private lessons are on the day. Either by cheque or cash - correct amount please in an envelope with the rider's name and lesson time written on the back.
24 hours notice is required for all cancellations.
Please remember no umbrellas, horses don't like them.


Information:

  • Lessons take place from Tuesday - Saturday, throughout the day.
  • All new riders to Arundel will be required to complete a Rider Registration form prior to their assessment lesson.
  • Riders may join a suitable class lesson following a 1/2 hr private assessment lesson.
  • The maximum weight limit for riders is 13 stone.
  • The office is open Tuesday - Saturday. If we don't get to the phone please leave a message on the answerphone.
  • The stables is closed on Sundays and Mondays for the ponies' day off.

Private and semi-private lessons

Private lessons are available to give you that special one-to-one tuition. You may book for either half an hour or three quarters of an hour.
Semi-private lessons are available for two experienced riders wishing to ride together.

Class lessons

Group lessons are one hour classes which take place in the indoor school.
A group can contain a maximum of 6 riders. You will be riding with people of similar ability, age and experience, and taught by one of our qualified instructors. To be eligible for joining a class, the rider must be able to move a horse/pony around the school in walk, trot and canter independently and be in control at all times.

Hacking

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Arundel Riding Centre is fortunate to enjoy good access to an extensive network of bridleways.

Escorted rides are available for the more experienced rider. Please contact us for more information.



Prices - from 1/3/25

​Just a reminder to all of our customers paying with cash. Can you make sure you bring the correct amount, in an envelope, with the rider's name and lesson time written on the back. It just makes our lives a lot easier in terms of organisation at the end of the day.
Thank you
​Weekly Group Lessons*
Value
​Under 18 (Monthly Payment)
£40
​Adult (Weekly Payment) 
£50
Adult (Monthly Payment)
£43
​Private & Semi Private Lessons
​½ Hour Private
Under 18
£45
Value
Adult
£50
​½ Hour Semi Private*
Under 18
£40 per person
Adult
£45 per person
​¾ Hour Private**
Under 18/Adult
£67
​¾ Hour Semi Private*   **
Under 18/Adult
£60 per person
Hacking
​1 Hour Private Hack*
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£80
​1 Hour Semi-Private Hack*
Value
£60 per person
​½ hour lead rein
(Introduction to riding)
Under 18
£45
​½ Hour Semi-Private lead rein
Under 18
£35 per person
*Experienced riders only
​**Only available during the day on weekdays

Cancellation Policy

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A minimum of 24 hours notice must be given of Cancellation.

In the event that 24 hours notice is not given the full cost of the lesson will be charged.

When 24 hours or more notice of cancellation is given for private lessons, no charge will be given. However please note riders who have paid for group lessons will incur a £2.50 admin charge for a cancellation with 24+ hour notice.

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