The Orchard Equestrian Centre

10/07/2025

Riding School Closure This Saturday 12th !

Due to the extreme heat forecast this Saturday, we’ve made the decision to close the riding school for the day to prioritise the welfare of our horses. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused and we have credited your Ec pro accounts to re use the refunded lesson monies 🐎

But it’s not all rest and no fun! We’re inviting our wonderful volunteers to come down again and help us cool off the herd with some pampering! 🧼🛁

🧊🌈 We’ll be giving the horses baths and making frozen treats to help them beat the heat – and we’d love your help!

🎁 Please bring along:
🥕 Carrots
🍏 Apples
🐴 Horse treats
🧊 freezable food containers if you have them!

Let’s turn this heatwave into a spa day for our four-legged friends! 💛 If you're free to lend a hand, comment below or drop us a message so we can plan ahead.

Thank you as always for your amazing support and for helping us keep our horses cool, happy, and healthy! 💙

08/07/2025

When we break up for the Summer term , The Orchard Equestrian Centre has some fun half term activities to join 😊

Our Summer 2025 Pony Fun Schedule is LIVE – and it’s bigger, better, and bolder than ever!

Whether you're a first-time rider or totally pony-mad, we’ve got something for everyone aged 6–16. Join us for a summer full of fun & laughter.

📅 Running from July through August – available now to book on EC Pro

Let’s make Summer 2025 one to remember — with ponies, friends, and magical memories 💕🐴

08/07/2025

Our Summer 2025 Pony Fun Schedule is LIVE – and it’s bigger, better, and bolder than ever!

Whether you're a first-time rider or totally pony-mad, we’ve got something for everyone aged 6–16. Join us for a summer full of fun & laughter.

📅 Running from July through August – available now to book on EC Pro

Let’s make Summer 2025 one to remember — with ponies, friends, and magical memories 💕🐴

02/07/2025

❤️🐎 🌳 🍎

After years of dreaming, building, learning, and quietly believing in something more — we are beyond proud to officially launch The Orchard Reins & Roots Journey.

This isn’t just a program. It’s a piece of our hearts.

It began with nothing — just a patch of earth, a few horses, and a vision that felt to big to achieve but to important to ignore. We built everything from the ground up, slowly and deliberately.

The horses have been our constant guides. They’ve taught us patience, presence, and how to truly connect. They’ve walked alongside us every step of the way — and now, they stand ready to meet the young people we created this for.

The Orchard Reins & Roots Journey is officially open. Rooted in equine-assisted learning, it offers young people the chance to grow confidence, explore emotions, reconnect with themselves — and do so in the quiet, grounding presence of horses and nature.

We’ve poured everything into this. And today, we stand proudly — not because it was easy, but because it was worth it.

29/06/2025

This applies again guys for tomorrow. It’s too hot for the horses 🐎 they are spending another day being pampered 🧼 and have their ice treats at the ready 🧊

Everyone has been sent an email Via Ec pro 😊

☀️ Due to the extreme Heat forecast for this weekend , We are sorry but we are going to be cancelling Saturdays lessons . ☀️

As you all know , our horses mean the most to us . So the staff and students will be bathing and making horsey fruity icepops 🍉 🍏

All your EC pro accounts will be credited this evening to re book ☺️

26/06/2025

Well done to our Pony club Group tonight for a fab first little Taster Rally ! We had lots of fun at the gymkhana and there were some great efforts for the Tack and turnout 💫 a big thank you to Katy Knowles for the cute little Tuck shop surprise 🍭

The results for the Tack and turnout are below ⬇️

1st - 🥇 Trixie Knowles
2nd - 🥈 Poppy Moran
3rd - 🥉 Poppy - Su
4th - Mattea & Iris ( Joint )
5th - Scarlett B
6th - Tommie

Your rosettes are in the office ready for your next visit . Well done guys ! See you all soon 🐎

18/06/2025

We would like to invite our pony club members to volunteer and join on Saturday.( if they would like too) in helping care for the horses in the heat & making some refreshing and nutritious horse ice lollies 🧊 🍉 🍏

We’re taking the opportunity this weekend for our learners to care for the horses in hot weather conditions and we’re going to have a go at making a refreshing and nutritious horse ice lolly to help keep horses cool and hydrated during what’s set to be a super hot weekend 🥵 ☀️

Here’s some top tips and a simple recipe to make these delightful treats yourself 😊

Ingredients:
- 2 cups of water
- 1 cup of apple juice (unsweetened)
- 1-2 apples, chopped into small pieces
- 1-2 carrots, sliced
- Optional: a handful of oats or a few peppermint leaves for extra flavor

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Liquid Base: In a large bowl, mix the water and apple juice together. This forms the base of your ice lolly and provides a sweet yet hydrating treat for the horse.

2. Add the Fruits and Veggies:Stir in the chopped apples and sliced carrots. These bits will not only add flavor but also provide some texture for the horse to enjoy.

3. Incorporate Optional Ingredients:If desired, add a handful of oats or a few peppermint leaves to the mixture for an added nutritional boost and flavor.

4. Freeze the Mixture:Pour the mixture into ice cube trays or silicone molds that are suitable for freezing. Make sure the fruit and vegetable pieces are evenly distributed.

5. Freeze Until Solid:Place the trays in the freezer and allow them to freeze completely, which usually takes about 4-6 hours.

If you have a go , Show us your finished products and comment your picture of your horse or ponies favourite below ⬇️

❤️🐎

18/06/2025

☀️ Due to the extreme Heat forecast for this weekend , We are sorry but we are going to be cancelling Saturdays lessons . ☀️

As you all know , our horses mean the most to us . So the staff and students will be bathing and making horsey fruity icepops 🍉 🍏

All your EC pro accounts will be credited this evening to re book ☺️

13/06/2025

We are aware that we are currently booked up for about four weeks in advance, and we truly appreciate your patience during this busy time.

While we are considering expanding and relocating to accommodate more riders in the future, we aren't quite there yet.

In the meantime, we kindly ask that you try to book your lessons well in advance to secure your spot.

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept new riders for private lessons at the moment, but we would be happy to place you on a waitlist should a spot become available.

Thank you for your understanding and support!

Team Orchard ❤️

11/06/2025

We had another fun night tonight at the Show jumping at Chapel Down Equestrian ! The girls really enjoyed themselves . Thank you for making it such a fun and supportive atmosphere 🥰

Trixie and Poppy came home with a 1st in the 40cm , Poppy & Pearl a 4th in the 50cm & Rubie & Maximus a 1st in the 60cm 🐎❤️

08/02/2025

Hi everyone

Here is what's on in February at The Orchard Equestrian Centre 😊

Click the link below to book:

www.theorchard-ec.co.uk

29/01/2025

Natalie is back at the Orchard 🥂

Clinics with Natalie Sweeney will be Starting back with us on Friday 7th March from 2pm into the Evening!
Contact us to book a slot 🐴