Immerse Yourself in British Equestrian Culture at The Sussex Riding School

Capture the essence of this quintessentially British pastime when you ride at The Sussex Riding School, nestled in the idyllic countryside just south of London. Saddle up and explore the surrounding forests on an enchanting pony trek or explore the verdant countryside on horseback before settling down for a pint in a cosy country pub. You’re in control when you ride at The Sussex Riding School, whether you take cross country lessons or fancy a few hours riding along the west coast beaches this is the ideal location to ride!

Enjoy Tailor-Made Rides Through the English Countryside

The Sussex Riding School specialises in providing high-quality horse riding experiences for riders of all ages and (most) abilities. Whether you’re saddling up for your first ride or you are a seasoned equestrian you can explore the breathtaking countryside and coastlines of West Sussex. Take it at your own pace and make the most of feeling the fresh air blowing on your back as you appreciate the sights.

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Feel Confident with Accredited Coaches and Calm Horses

Learn with highly experienced coaches, the team at The Sussex Riding School is led by Hannah Good who has a background in showjumping to a very high standard. Increase your confidence when you ride with this team of dedicated coaches.

Ride with your perfect match at The Sussex Riding School. The horses here are very well-mannered and are carefully chosen for their excellent temperament, many having competition backgrounds and previous riding school experience. The ideal companion for a countryside trek!

Take an Exhilarating Day Ride from The Sussex Riding School

Take a day ride from The Sussex Riding School, trek through lush green countryside to a local country pub where you will enjoy a delicious lunch then head down to the beach and enjoy a ride across the sand in the afternoon sun. Is there a better way to spend a day? Cavago doesn’t think so.

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Race Through the Countryside on an Exhilarating Draghunt

Draghunting is a traditional cultural experience that involves following hounds cross country on horseback with lots of fences to jump on the way. In your draghunt, a pack of hounds will follow an artificial scent and you will follow on horseback. Nothing is chased and nothing is caught in this experience - it’s just for fun!

To prepare, you’ll have to go through an assessment ride and as many cross country schooling lessons as it will take. On the day of the hunt, you can choose a more tame pace with more trots and canters than gallops or go all out and jump all the jumps! However, to participate even in the cross country schooling experience, you must already be able to trot, gallop and canter in open country and be able to jump fences 2-3 feet high. Even if the horses are seasoned pros, this is not for the faint of heart, the unfit or the unprepared.

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Address: Wallage Lane, Rowfant, Crawley Down, West Sussex RH10 4NH Please call for directions – when on drive For the Treks, Cross country schooling and riding lessons: We are within 10 minutes from Gatwick, Crawley, three bridges and Horsham train station. Collection can be arranged. For the Beach rides: Our beach rides start and finish at the local pub next to Climping beach. The Oyster Catcher, Yapton Road, Climping, Littlehampton, BN17 5RU Be sure to be there in time as to not miss the low tide window.

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Less than 1.5 hours from Central London 15 Minutes from Gatwick Airport

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Many of the rides include snacks or a light lunch in the field or even a proper pub lunch.