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Westerlands Equestrian

Horse riding is a ‘feel good’ fitness. Horses, and the connection they provide, are magical. The benefits of equestrian activities are not just about exercise - strength, balance, coordination, flexibility - but also extend into mental health. At Westerlands we provide lots of opportunities to spend time with our horses from riding, to grooming to connecting. Join us.

  • Horse Riding

    ALL AGES AND ABILITIES (3+)
    Trekking, Riding, Walks

    Join us on one of our escapes in the beautiful South Downs National Park. Whether you have never sat on a horse before or you are an experienced rider we have the perfect ride for you! Sign up for one of our weekly riding clubs or book a place on one of our special equestrian events. We have something for everyone - all ages and abilities are welcome.

    Please note we are closed on Thursdays.

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  • 3-day Pony Camp

    YOUNG TEENS AGE 10-15
    25-27 August £375

    This fun-filled camp includes off-road pony rides, pampering and daily care, educational theory sessions and nature camping at Westerlands with all meals provided. Enjoy games, campfires, and hands-on yard duties, plus farm walks, wildlife spotting, quizzes and more—perfect for young pony lovers seeking adventure and learning in the countryside!

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  • Quality Time

    NON-RIDERS ALL AGES

    Embrace the joy of being present with a gentle, intelligent companion. Horses are sociable animals and their sensitivity makes them highly responsive to human interaction. Spending time with one of our horses is a peaceful and rewarding experience, a shared moment of connection.

    Please note we are closed on Thursdays.

    45mins | £45 first person
    £10 per additional family member

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  • Changing Lives

    AGE 5-25
    Starts September 2025

    Westerlands is launching Changing Lives Through Horses, an alternative educational programme in partnership with the British Horse Society. It uses equine-assisted learning to build key life skills: communication, confidence, teamwork, relationships, perseverance, and responsibility.

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  • Saddle Club

    YOUNG TEENS AGE 10-15
    Starts September 2025

    Westerlands is launching a new programme for home-educated children, offering a hands-on introduction to ponies. Children learn grooming, feeding, mucking out, health checks, and equine behaviour, as well as natural pony care using herbs and nutrition. Group activities and routines help build confidence and teamwork in a safe, supportive environment.

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  • Pony Academy

    YOUNG TEENS AGE 10-15
    School Holidays 3hrs £55

    At Westerlands Pony Academy, we teach young teens everything they need to know about the day-to-day life of a horse — from grooming and feeding to understanding their needs and creating a bond with them. It’s not just about riding — it's about building a strong relationship with these amazing animals and learning how to take care of them.

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  • Pony Morning

    YOUNG CHILDREN AGE 5+
    School Holidays 2hrs £45

    Our Pony Morning offers an exciting, educational and fun-filled experience for young children, with a wonderful opportunity to connect with animals, develop new skills, and enjoy the outdoors. Children will learn to tack up and care for their ponies as well as play equestrian games and enjoy a pony ride around the farm.

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  • Pony Birthday Party

    ALL AGES AND ABILITIES (5+)

    Get ready for an unforgettable birthday adventure! Celebrate your special day with us at Westerlands. Fun games and magical moments with our ponies that will make you feel like a true equestrian star!

    Contact Elly first to reserve your date.

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  • Workshops

    ADULTS AGE 18+
    CONNECTING WITH HORSES

    Join us at Westerlands for our Wellness Workshops. Our horses provide a non-judgmental space, perfect for seeking solace or enhancing your well-being. We also have healing workshops for horse owners looking to help their horses feel more comfortable with natural therapy. Join us.

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  • Our Horses

    MEET OUR HORSES

    We have 9 horses - 4 mares and 5 geldings. All of them are gentle with their own special character. They love going out on rides around Westerlands Farm and escaping up onto the South Downs. Welcome to our yard…

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See what our horses get up to in the fields and at the yard - they are such characters, you can see why we love them! You can also hear what our guests say about their rides with us.

Best of all, you will be the first to hear about any horse riding events we are organising. We look forward to seeing you soon.

A history of horses at Westerlands

The Jamison family have been breeding racehorses at Westerlands since the 1980s, but the stud has been in existence for much longer.

“Lord Woolavington founded it in 1904,” reveals Antonia. “He had a number of studs but this was his favourite because of the soil. The land has a good mixture of chalk, clay and sand so it keeps pretty dry, which is good when the horses are outside in all weathers.

In the 1940s it was taken over by Florence Nagle. She was a formidable woman and in 1966, she became one of the first two women in the UK, licensed to train racehorses in her own name, after overturning a high court ruling.”