We take children from 4 - 15 years old, young children must be accompanied by a competent, able bodied adult to assist by lifting them on /off and walk with them leading pony. You can not care for any other children while doing this nor carry another child or have them walk along. Ages 4-6 MUST be led. 7-8 likely to need led. 9+ likely to go alone if calm, confident + able to follow instructions.
Staff do not lead but are always with ride, ponies follow the leader. Max. 100kilos
We offer pony rides/trekking for all the family with no experience needed as all rides go at a walk around our own, off road, farm paths and river trail. All lessons are taught on a private basis for individuals, families and friends from beginner to experienced. PONY PARTIES are our speciality. Build your own unique package.
# #~~WE ARE OPEN ~~ # # 10am - 5pm Monday to Saturday. On a limited basis - subject to compliance with covid 19 guidelines. By appointment only. The Only Activities available - PRIVATE LESSONS - PONY RIDES/TREKKING- PONY PARTIES- PONY STARS CAMPS. We cannot look after those who need a high level of assistance. Registration by an adult is required for every rider including DISCLAIMER. COVID COMPLIANCE - Mandatory
- Arrive ten minutes early- stay in car until staff come to meet you
- Wash/sanitise Hands on entry/exit
- Do NOT ATTEND if unwell.
- Pay balance in cash on arrival - No change given - Place in envelope provided.
- Keep min. 2 metres social distance - Do not congregate.
- Do not bring extra visitors, they can not go with the ride.
- Leave immediately after your ride.
- Avoid touching surfaces
- Follow all instructions closely
-Supervise your children closely
HOW TO FIND US
From Fivemiletown, pass front of Valley Hotel, take next left -Cooneen Rd.- go 2.5 miles without turning off - number 100 on left - If you don't see our large roadside signs, its not us !! BT750NQ
WHAT TO WEAR
Long trousers/stretchy leggings, NO shorts/bare legs, normal top layers/not skimpy, coat, socks, long hair tied back low on neck, minimum jewellery. We provide disposable hygiene caps and hats and boots - disinfected /each use. Parents leading need sturdy walking boots/shoes/wellies
COST - N.B. All time slots = total time inc. mount/dismount/disinfecting etc. You must pay for what you book, do not turn up with less riders and expect not to pay for their booked spaces. Non refundable booking fee of £10/person is required or full fee if booked inside of 24 hrs. Cancellation must be made during open hours, a minimum of 24hours before time booked. Cancellations made inside of 24 hrs will lose the full price of booking. TREKKING - Walking around our own off-road paths and river trail. kids 4 - 15 years - £20/hr - Adults 16 +yrs/100 kilo max. £25/hr. Groups up to 8 riders. PRIVATE RIDES can be LESSONS or TREKS - Indoors or Outdoors
- Half hr - 1 rider £25, 2 riders for £45, 3 for £60, 4 for £80. More than 4 riders are not practical in 1/2 hour slot.
- 1 Hr - 1 rider £45, 2 for £70, 3 riders £95, 4 riders £120, 5 riders £145, 6 riders £170, 7 riders £195, 8 riders £220. PONY STARS CAMP 2 1/2 hours £25 age 6-15, selected dates. PONY PARTY PERGOLA £25/half hour, £40/hour - must be left clean
PETTING PONY with Handler £25/half hour, £40/hour available for all the family to enjoy meeting, grooming etc. from 2years upwards-Not for riding
SHARING RIDING PONY and handler £25/half hour, £40/hour -riders 4years upwards, for taking turns/pony rides. ROSETTES - 1 Free with Pergola booking, £1-50 each for party favours
PONY STARS book £25, Bag £7 or £30 book+ bag. Children’s SHIRTS £15
- Riding is an adventurous, risk sport. It won’t suit everyone! If you change your mind and choose not to ride or want to get off early you are not entitled to any refund. TIPS
Many of our staff work voluntarily due to their love of animals or husbandry/work experience for equine qualifications. ~~Please consider giving a TIP~~. OUR COMMITMENT
-To provide a safe environment for all by following the best guidance available and continuing to monitor and update
To provide well trained animals and maintain their welfare which includes ensuring that riders are not too heavy for them. Note- you can not choose which pony you get or book specific animals. BOOKING is BEST - using our INBOX - Note - we cannot answer phone during lessons etc and are often outdoors so only use phone if essential. 07832 012342 or 028 8952 1991
