For those living in Whitchurch or the surrounding areas, this is a well-located riding stables…read morewhere you can have group lessons with well-qualified, BHS approved instructors in a lovely rural setting. It's situated on a lane just off the busy A37, near Whitehall Garden Centre, so it's right on the edge of Bristol in a beautiful, tranquil area of greenbelt - the perfect location for riding. The horses are well-cared for, and aren't over-used for lessons - they don't work long hours, and it shows - they're responsive, friendly and relaxed. The staff are equally friendly, and the whole stables is well-maintained, and although the outdoor school is a bit on the small side (20x40 metres) it's still big enough for a decent course of jumps and caters well for the reasonably small group sizes they usually include in lessons. Private lessons are also available, as are hacks out on the pretty lanes around the stables. If you own a horse or pony, they also provide good private (and well-ventilated) stabling, tack room facilities and quality grazing, on part / full working livery.

Chelsea-Leigh Bennett:) Sunday Girl:)…read more AMAZING! Ive been going to this stables for about 8-9 years and its brilliant! All the ponies are well cared for and are great to ride. The owner Bonnie can be strict at times but its just to get you to be the best you can be and it is also for yours and the horses safety. Its a great experience and i love to go every sunday. Its great for begginers and experienced riders both! The price is good and i find that at the end of every lesson i have a smile on my face:) People might think that the horses are 'plodders' as i have read on one previous comment but thats harsh as they are well looked after and are happy and friendly, and it all depends on how well you get them up together in the ride. I would highly recommend this stables for anyone, because it has helped me progress through the years and become a better horsewoman. Bonnie and Jordan are very friendly despite what people may say and i have had goods rides with them both. Every week i find myself learning something new and interesting. I never get tired of the lessons because i love horses so much and practise makes perfect. My favourite things to do in the lessons are: -jumping -bareback -canters -no stirrups and i like to ask bonnie to have hard rides as i like a challenge I love this stables and ive made lots of friends, horses included, if people dont like it here then thats there choice but i wouldnt go to any others stables. Amazing!

Great stables, ponies all in fantastic condition, even well tempered, staff friendly and helpful…read more Brilliant place to learn to ride!!

1000 acres of off road hacking - day rides - pub rides - hourly rides…read more novice and experienced riders welcome. BHS Qualified instructors.

Ok so this isn't in Cardiff but its pretty near and something I think everyone should do…read more Despite the fact that I got thrown of my horse onto the ground, this is one of the best riding experiences I have had. Just for the record being thrown happened because something spooked my horse. All of their horses are really well trained and you get a horse suited to your ability and size. So basically the ride involves wading through the river, walking through the sand dunes (canter if your experienced) and then you get to go onto the beach right up to the sea front if your horse is in the mood. I've ridden before and loved being able to have a gallop on the beach. Instructors stay with more nervous or less experienced riders, but still offer advice if our out of practice and need a few pointers. The views are stunning and you just know these are well looked after horses and are having as much fun as you are. 2 Hours costs £35 which is a bargain.

Myself and 4 friends were booked on to go riding for my birthday last weekend. I was so looking…read moreforward to it and the weather was amazing. However I had a nasty accident and landed on my neck whilst on our trampoline. I rang that morning to cancel and apologise as I had to go to the hospital. Angela was blunt, rude and I ended up emotionally upset when the phone was put down. She told me I was not welcome to ride at their stables again which I have been doing so for the past 5 years (every time for my birthday). I feel I gave them sufficient notice so that the horses wouldn't have been tacked up ready for us and its not like we just didn't turn up. I am appauled by the lack of customer service or compassion. I will not be attending here again.

I think this is a great place and I would definitely recommend it. I have been going there for five…read moreyears and I have enjoyed every second of it. The horses are very safe and it is great for all ages.

I think Gordano riding centre is a great place to learn to ride for all experiences and all ages.read more

Yeeehar! Do you want to be a cowboy? Well fear not, Burley Villa will have you riding into the…read moresunset before you know it. I did this with my girlfriend after her mate inconsiderately got pregnant leaving a spare space to fill. Truth be told I didn't really expect to enjoy it but I was pleasantly surprised. I was paired with Coyote the horse, who is the rebel of the outfit. It was a match made in heaven. Coyote was good, he did what he was told, as long as he was told with conviction. We trotted around the forest for a couple of hours and then returned to the centre where we were given a BBQ lunch, which was surprisingly good. The only part of the experience I didn't like was the very start and end when we had to ride our horses along the road and I became one of those people who I hate when I'm driving. It's unavoidable given the location, but I berate people who ride horses on roads so this filled me with emotional turmoil.

First class! We booked here pretty last minute for half hour riding lessons for our girls who were…read moreboth complete beginners. The price was reasonable and we could not have had a more wonderful experience. The horses were carefully selected with a much smaller horse for my 4 year old and a larger one for the 7 year old. All of the staff we met - without exception - were friendly, happy, enthusiastic and kind with our girls. They took their time helping them get ready and most importantly have really good instruction. The girls actually got to learn how to direct and control the horses themselves whilst being guided and led by the instructor on a short walk. It was really impressive that they learned something in such a short time. We left wishing we had bought much longer time and will definitely be back next time we visit the U.K. Excellent.

I reckon the City of Bristol is defined by its rivers (that's right, I found out from a guide on…read moreour boat tour, that there is actually a hidden river that flows underneath the city, called Frome). And the Avon cuts around the city center and creates all these bends and quirks in the landscape, as well as bringing an enormous sense of flow, energy and vibrancy to the City. I massively enjoyed doing a bit of the Avon river walk and would thoroughly recommend heading down to the M shed on a weekend, to get on their River Avon Tugboat ride for £6 per person for 30 mins- it's especially glorious being out on the river on a sunny day. Loved being able to encounter one of the Locks on the river so up-close and personal, and was excited to see there is actually a ferry that runs from Bristol to Bath in the summer months, and so something I might try and do on my next visit. Massive tip o' the hat to Yelper Laura W whose review I highly recommend reading for why the River is called "Avon" - I totally was unaware of that historical nugget and it really make me chuckle to find out about its origins. I had also really liked Yelper Sam G's photos of the Avon river over the suspension bridge walk, but wasnt able to get that view over the Gorge on this visit, so something I will endevour to get to on my next visit here. So lots to see and do on the River Avon in Bristol! Yelp 154/ 2019

The Mighty Avon It…read morecuts right through the heart of Bristol. As some of you might know Bristol used to be a part of the county of Avon which existed between 1974 - 1996. Some people think it still does exist and letters and address' still have Avon listed on them. Anyway the fact that the river avon flows through the city is probably soemthing to do with why the county of Avon was called... well ... Avon! A riverside walk on a sunny day comes highly recommended. If you start out in the City centre, round Bristol Bridge, or futher along towards the Arnolfini then make you way towards the suspension bridge (will probably take around 40 minutes) I can garantee a beautiful walk. There are also some great river side bars and resteraunts to stop off at on the way, when you get to the suspesion bridge walk over it to have the best views of the river and the Avon Gorge.

If you fancy getting fit in the great outdoors, then this is the place to go…read more Forget ancient old trekking ponies, this place has it all for the budding equestrian enthusiast. Whether you're an adult or a child, Liege Manor has a whole host of different lessons to fit in around your abilities and schedule. My best mate takes her daughter to this riding centre and I can't say enough good things about it. Lessons start at 7.30am and run well into the evening, and can be private, semi private or group. The instructors are fabulous, with many holding coveted awards for their experience. Patient, friendly and not at all intimidating, they make the lessons educational, but also great fun and rewarding. The horses and ponies are fantastic too, with horses that even compete at some of the biggest events around the country, a far cry from any other school I have visited in the South Wales area over the years. If lessons aren't your thing, Liege Manor have just started hacking groups that will see you taking in some of the very best of the Vale countryside. If you're a real enthusiast, then check out their horse and pony loan scheme and stable management classes. Watch out for their new state of the art viewing gallery and café area that will open soon! Ask to speak to the ever helpful Wendy for bookings and advice.

I'm absolutely shocked!!! Me and my little 3 year old daughter came here for a riding lesson. She…read moreusually rides at talygarn equestrian centre but today we decided to try another place for fun. we walked in and it was so expensive not happy. then we didn't have a clue where to go and ended up doing stable management!!! Finally my child got the plopped on a massive horse and it bucked!!! My poor angel fell off and broke her wrist!!! I would definitely recommend talygarn more as it's cheaper, better quality, nicer and bigger yard, lots of activities and overall a nicer place to be at.

Lovely and friendly riding school, definatly recomend to all ages, horses... (lots of lovely…read morehorses) :) mo-jo, dusty, tonto, darsey, barny, banofy, daisy, bertie, sally, magic, molly, mischieve, pablo, tily, jack, meggie, foxy, henry, percy, all lovely!!(sorry if i have mised any) my favourate is... jack:)xxxxx

I really enjoy my riding lessons here! The people are really friendly and make my feeling so very…read moresafe on horseback. Riding really works muscles you never knew you had! I have had 4 lessons now and I must say I think the team are fantastic! It's a well-run, nice, countryside getaway from it all kinda place to be!