Wimbledon Common makes the perfect place for children to ride a pony and enjoy other riding activities.
We have a wide selection of ponies carefully chosen for their kind temperament and experience in teaching children to ride a pony in the wonderful surroundings of Wimbledon Common.
Your child’s first pony ride at Ridgway Stables
Whether your child has never ridden a pony before or it is their first time riding at Ridgway Stables we suggest a half hour individual lesson so that we can choose a pony best suited to their riding ability and ensure them of our personal attention.
Children with pony riding experience
We offer one-hour private lessons for children with some pony riding experience or those wishing to come off the leading rein or progress to cantering, or just improve their technique.
Saturday Club
Our Saturday Club is extremely popular and runs every Saturday throughout the year from 10am – 12pm or 2pm – 4pm.
Children get the chance not only to ride a pony in the company of their friends but also to learn and become involved with all aspects of caring for ponies.
Booking in advance for this popular activity is essential.
Hacking on Wimbledon Common
Ridgway Stables offer a hacking after school or at weekends in the company of other children.
- Weekend Hacks
- Sundays at 10am, 11am, and/or 2pm, 3pm.
- Midweek Hacks
- 4:15pm (daylight permitting)
Pony riding in the school holidays
Throughout the year we ride out on Wimbledon Common and organise a range of pony riding activities for children during the school holidays and half term. See the news panel opposite for details of the latest riding activities.
Suitable clothes for riding
At Ridgway Stables we ride out in all weathers, so please ensure children wear appropriate warm or waterproof clothing for such riding conditions.
Regrettably, inclement conditions will not be accepted as a reason for cancellation.
All riders must wear suitable foot wear – boots or shoes with a heel, please – not trainers.
Horse riding outdoor wear and equipment
A selection of horse riding outdoor wear can be purchased from our shop – The Gift Horse, which is conveniently located at the stables.
Own a pony
The Own a Pony days are the next best thing to owning your own pony!
These days are held throughout the school holidays and at half term.
Children not only ride but are encouraged to groom and care for their pony for the day.
The day starts at 10am and ends at 4pm, bring packed lunch.
Pony Riding Courses and Prices
Our prices offer real value for money especially when you book a course. And don’t forget you only pay as you ride, there are no membership or joining fees.
| Hacking per hour | £36 |
| Course of six | £193 |
| SAVE | £21 |
| Private Lesson – Half hour | £26 |
| Course of six | £138 |
| SAVE | £15 |
| Private Lesson – One hour | £51 |
| Course of six | £276 |
| SAVE | £31 |
| Saturday Club | £39 |
| Course of six | £210 |
| SAVE | £23 |
| Hacking per hour | £31 |
| Course of six | £165 |
| SAVE | £18 |
| Private Lesson – Half hour | £26 |
| Course of six | £138 |
| SAVE | £15 |
| Private Lesson – One hour | £43 |
| Course of six | £232 |
| SAVE | £26 |
| Own a Pony Day | £69 |
Courses must be used within 6 months
All courses must be used within 6 months of purchase and are non-refundable
Book your pony riding lesson now!
Call the stables on 020 8946 7400
We are open Tuesday to Sunday 9:30 – 5:30
AGE RESTRICTION
In the interests of safety, the youngest riders allowed are 4 years old.