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Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm

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The Forest Stables

Open all year for lessons, treks, birthday parties and pony stars camps. INDOORS/outdoors, B.H.S. ap You know your child best! Adults, 16yrs+ welcome. N.B.
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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

06/01/2024

is available on Saturdays in winter. All of our treks simply walk around our own all weather, off road farm paths and river trail. We take kids from 4years old and adults up to 100kilos. You can arrange a private ride which can be for just one or up to eight people together. We supply the equipment and we even have sturdy, concrete steps to help you aboard!
Why not give it a try?
Please visit and like our fb page where you’ll find the full information including price list and directions pinned to the top. Use the Inbox or call/text Donna 07832012342

06/01/2024

Are you VISITING FERMANAGH? You’ll probably drive past us on your way. We’re just 2.5 miles from Fivemiletown, BT750NQ and you’ll see our signs to your left at the end of town. Why not get booked in and stop for a visit? We offer PONY TREKKING, LESSONS, CAMPS, PARTIES and PONY PETTING Experiences for all the family from 4years old up to 100 kilo adults. Please visit our page where you’ll find the full information pinned to the top. Have a good read before using the INBOX or TEXT/ring 07832 012342 to contact Donna.

05/01/2024

How are your New Year’s Resolutions going?
Good intentions are good start but time passes quickly so why not GET BOOKED IN?
We have something for everyone from 4years old to adults up to 100 kilos. You can even come out to do some PONY PETTING and enjoy a unique Experience, bonding with one of our beautiful animals.
Please have a good read through the full information which is pinned to the top of the page before using the Inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

05/01/2024

Perhaps you’re not sure if your kids will take to horse riding or even being close to a pony but you’d like them to have a go? We have the perfect solution for you. You can book a **SHARING PONY ** for them to enjoy a wonderful experience. The pony comes with a dedicated handler and can be used for petting, leading and PONY RIDES. Children need to be at least 4 to ride and at least 2 to take part in the petting. Up to 6 people can take part/per pony. It costs £25/half hour and £45/hour.
Near Fivemiletown BT750NQ
Please have a good read through the full information from the top of our page before using the inbox to contact Donna. 07832012342

04/01/2024

**JANUARY GROUPS**
Due to popular demand, we now offer GROUP RIDING LESSONS.
We take only FOUR RIDERS in each one hour slot so that everyone gets the help and attention they deserve.
They are sold in blocks costing £25 each lesson.
January groups will be available for 4 weeks, 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th so it costs £100 up front for a block of four weeks and is non refundable.
We will still offer private rides and camps will be held during school holidays.
Superstars continues on Friday evenings from 19th January.
We also have SHARING PONIES and PARTIES available and our TREKKING paths are open all year.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information pinned at the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or text/call 07832012342

02/01/2024

Friday 16th February 9am to 5pm, cost £80 with a £40 booking deposit. Suitable for children who can ride confidently off lead rein and are keen to canter and jump at least cross poles.
Includes **THREE RIDES**, lots of FUN, Pony Pampering and Care with for everyone.
Please Visit and Like our page and have a good read through the full information pinned at the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or text/call 07832012342

02/01/2024

SUPERSTARS CAMPS resume from 19th January and are held on Friday evenings from 6pm to 8.30pm throughout the year. Suitable for children who can ride confidently off the lead rein, with and without stirrups and are keen to canter and jump at least small x poles. Includes and lots more. Cost £30. Send snack, drinks, coat.
Please Visit and Like our page and have a goyread through the pinned information which includes directions and price list before using the inbox to contact Donna or call 07832012342

02/01/2024

**OWN A PONY CAMP**
Thursday 15th February 10am to 2pm - AVAILABLE
Suitable for children from 5 years old upwards who want a special experience with a beautiful pony.
They will have a pony each and learn how to meet, handle, groom, saddle and care for the pony as well as enjoying a full hour riding lesson with assistance provided as needed.
This camp costs £40 with a £10 deposit and then £30 balance in cash on arrival.
Wrap up warm with multiple layers, hat, gloves, coat and thick socks. Send pack lunch and drinks.
FREE ROSETTE and CERTIFICATE for every child.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the pinned information before using the inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

02/01/2024

Are available and can be for £10 upwards.
They’re easy to purchase, just get in touch and I will send a payment link and post out at no extra charge.
Please visit and like our fb page and have a good read through the full information pinned to the top which includes directions and price list.
Contact using the Inbox or text/call Donna on 07832012342

01/01/2024

HAPPY NEW YEAR from all the team!
Thank you so much for all your support throughout 2023, we look forward to welcoming you this year and having a great time together.

28/12/2023

We are British Horse Society Approved, fully licenced and insured and have wonderful human and equine staff!
We have and OUTDOOR and ALL WEATHER PATHS
We offer TREKKING, So there’s something for everyone to enjoy a wonderful experience from 4yrs up to adults max. 100 kilos.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the information pinned to the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or text/call 07832012342

27/12/2023

LESSONS available. Do you ride regularly? How many are in the group? Perhaps the instructor has very little chance to give any individual attention and you may not get much personal coaching or even much time riding by the time the whole group is sorted. We offer PRIVATE LESSONS so the focus is on YOU. Wether you’re just starting or quite experienced the benefits are obvious. We can also teach family and friends groups of up to 8 riders in a private session. Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information from the top of our page before using the inbox to contact Donna or call/text 07832012342

16/12/2023

We have an INDOOR ARENA as well as an outdoor, all weather arena and all weather trekking paths so don’t worry if it’s not so nice outside, we will take you indoors so you don’t miss out.
We offer LESSONS, CAMPS, SHARING PONIES and PARTIES so there’s something to suit everyone from 4 years old to adults up to 100 kilos.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information which is pinned to the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

15/12/2023

Start the visit off with a half hour experience then enjoy
for up to 8 riders, 4 years to adults (max 100 kilos) - 1 pony or horse each for 1hr or + . Use of Pony Party 1hr, 1 SHIRT + 8 to keep as all for £250
N.B. Very young children will each need an adult with them to enjoy the experience and assist.
Please VISIT and LIKE our page and have a good read through the full information pinned to the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

13/12/2023

Are brilliant for Birthdays or simply for family and friends days out. Special Offers - 1 pony for taking turns PONY RIDES - 1 pony for grooming and PETTING, (both for an hour at same time), followed by 1 hour in PERGOLA (bring your own picnic) plus 6 FREE ROSETTES all for £100
OR - 2 shared RIDING PONIES- 1 PETTING PONY(both for 1 hour at same time) followed by 1 hour PERGOLA and 10 FREE ROSETTES all for £140. Near Fivemiletown, BT 750NQ . Please carefully read the full information from the top of our page before using the inbox or text/call 07832012342 to contact Donna.
Other packages can be tailor made.

11/12/2023

04/12/2023

**CHRISTMAS SPECIAL** OFFERS **GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE NOW ** For a Limited time only.
**FREE ROSETTE ** with each voucher £25 upwards.
**EXTRA 10%** on £100 vouchers so you pay £100
and get a voucher for £110 valid until Dec. ‘24
**FREE POSTAGE **
Vouchers available from £10 - £110
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information which is pinned to the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

04/12/2023

**OWN A PONY CAMP**
NEW DATE ADDED
Thursday 28th December 10am to 2pm - AVAILABLE
(Friday 29th - now full)
Suitable for children from 5 years old upwards who want a special experience with a beautiful pony.
They will have a pony each and learn how to meet, handle, groom, saddle and care for the pony as well as enjoying a full hour riding lesson with assistance provided as needed.
This camp can be purchased on a CHRISTMAS VOUCHER and costs £40 or you can pay a £10 deposit and then £30 balance in cash on arrival.
Wrap up warm with multiple layers, hat, gloves, coat and thick socks. Send pack lunch and drinks.
FREE ROSETTE and CERTIFICATE for every child.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the pinned information before using the inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

Are you VISITING FERMANAGH? You’ll probably drive past us on your way. We’re just 2.5 miles from Fivemiletown, BT750NQ a...

02/12/2023

01/12/2023

**CHRISTMAS ADVANCED CAMP**
Wednesday 27th December 9am to 5pm for riders who are confident off the lead rein and keen to canter and jump.
Camp includes THREE RIDES, lots of PONY PAMPERING and COMPETITIONS throughout the day. ROSETTES for everyone.
Bring pack lunch and drinks/snacks. Wear sensible layers of clothes, always bring a coat and gloves.
Cost £80 with £40 deposit payable on booking.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the pinned information before using the inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

29/11/2023

We have an INDOOR ARENA as well as an outdoor, all weather arena and all weather trekking paths so don’t worry if the it’s not so nice outside, we will take you indoors so you don’t miss out.
We offer LESSONS, CAMPS, SHARING PONIES and PARTIES so there’s something to suit everyone from 4 years old to adults up to 100 kilos.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information which is pinned to the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or message/call 07832012342

25/11/2023

Congratulations to today’s show jumping winners!

21/11/2023

**DECEMBER GROUPS**
Due to popular demand, we now offer GROUP LESSONS.
We take only FOUR RIDERS in each one hour slot so that everyone gets the help and attention they deserve.
They are sold in blocks costing £25 each lesson.
December groups will be available for 3 weeks, 2nd, 9th and 16th only so it costs £75 up front for a block of three weeks and is non refundable.
We will still offer private rides and camps will be held during school holidays.
Superstars continues on Friday evenings.
We also have SHARING PONIES and PARTIES available and our TREKKING paths are open all year.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information pinned at the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or text/call 07832012342

03/11/2023

**NEW for NOVEMBER **
Due to popular demand, we will be offering GROUP LESSONS from November.
We will take only FOUR RIDERS in each one hour slot so that everyone gets the help and attention they deserve.
They will be sold in blocks of four costing £25 each lesson so it costs £100 up front for a block of four weeks and is non refundable.
We will still offer private rides and camps will be held during school holidays.
Superstars will continue on Friday evenings.
We also have SHARING PONIES and PARTIES available and our TREKKING paths are open all year.
Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information pinned at the top before using the inbox to contact Donna or text/call 07832012342

31/10/2023

We have an INDOOR ARENA as well as our all weather, outdoor arena and TREKKING PATHS and we also have INDOOR BARNS for CAMPS to enjoy grooming and pampering the ponies so we are not weather dependent.
We are OPEN for the HALLOWEEN break and take children from 4years old and adults up to 100 kilos.
Please Visit and Like our page and have a good read through the pinned information which includes directions and prices before using the inbox to contact Donna or text/call 07832012342 to book.

22/10/2023

**PRICE RISE**
We have held our prices for as long as possible but costs keep soaring so, unfortunately, some of our prices are rising.
Please check the full price list which is included in the pinned information.
Thank you so much for all your support.

17/10/2023

SUPERSTARS CAMPS are held on Friday evenings from 6pm to 8.30pm throughout the year. Suitable for children who can ride confidently off the lead rein, with and without stirrups and are keen to canter and jump at least small x poles. Includes and lots more. Cost £30. Send snack, drinks, coat.
Please Visit and Like our page and have a goyread through the pinned information which includes directions and price list before using the inbox to contact Donna or call 07832012342

15/10/2023

Address

100 Cooneen Road
Fivemiletown
BT750NQ

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

02889521991

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Why not make the most of the weather and get in the saddle to enjoy some quality time, bonding with the horses in the countryside? The forecast is good for tomorrow, Saturday 16th Sept. and we have a few slots available for Camp, Lessons, Sharing Ponies and Trekking. Please visit and like our page and have a good read through the full information from the top of our page before using the inbox to contact Donna to book or call/text 07832012342

#PonyTrekking is available from Monday to Saturday and all of our treks simply walk around our own off road farm paths and river trail. We take kids from 4years old and riders up to 100kilos. You can either book into a group or arrange a private ride which can be for just one or up to eight people together. We supply the equipment and we even have steps to help you aboard! Why not give it a try? Please visit and like our fb page where you’ll find the full information including price list and directions pinned to the top. Use the Inbox or call/text Donna 07832012342

Why not GET IN THE SADDLE and ENJOY our BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE? We have a few slots available tomorrow for #PONY #CAMP #LESSONS #SHARING #PONIES and #TREKKING It’s easy to book, please VISIT and LIKE our Page and have a go read through the pinned info before using the INBOX to contact Donna or text/call 07832012342 We are OPEN six days per week and have some availability each day this week.

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We take children from 4 years old on lead rein up to adults of all ages and teach a wide range of activities inc. beginners/nervous confidence building lessons, jumping, games, le trec, dressage, polo, stable management, drill and we train professional students for work based diplomas at levels 1,2 +3. We also offer pony rides and trekking for all the family with no experience needed.