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Island Riding Centre The Island's award winning Equestrian complex ISO14001 wonderful facilities, ABRS, RDA and BHS accredited, offering Bitfree riding & emphasis in horse welfare.
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Alternative Education, kids clubs, specialising in Equine Therapy, SEN & the environment. Equestrian complex containing 60m x 25m indoor and 60m x 40m outdoor arenas with fibrewax surfaces from Day Equestrian. Available to hire the arenas not only welcome individual and groups of riders but also host all day events including British Dressage as well as non affiliated competitions run by local riding groups. The arena also hosts the IOW Petanque league, local football teams and is available for large scale event hire with the potential to hold several thousand people. Holiday livery is available in a modern well-lit stable complex with hot wash, solarium and horse-walker and dedicated tack and feed rooms and individual grazing if required. A safe on site hacking track approx 3 miles long suitable for riders of all abilities. A variety of lessons are available from pony rides for young children, pony pamper sessions, flat, pole and jumping lessons for individuals and groups, activity clubs and clinics with guest instructors throughout the year. The centre is RDA Accessibility Mark accredited and has a fully motorised hoist capable of lifting a wheelchair user directly from their chair onto horseback, as well as an adapted mounting block and specialist riding equipment. We also have one of the few Changing Places toilets on the Island with shower, hoist and adult changing bed. A charity run cafe provides hot and cold drinks and snacks with all profits supporting the Wighthorse CIC providing free and subsidised riding opportunities for disadvantaged children and young adults as well as those with physical limitations. In conjunction with HTP Apprenticeship College our classroom and yard hosts full time NVQ students working towards equestrian qualifications. The classroom is also available for private hire and already welcomes a number of local groups. We offer children's parties that can be themed as unicorn or knights with riding included and a private room is included for guests to provide their own food and drinks. Our onsite holiday accommodation in a range of 2,3 and 4 bedroom houses can sleep between 2 and 60 guests and our glamping safari tents can host schools and groups of up to 64 (schools only) as well as families during the Summer months and of course Isle of Wight Festival. Riding holidays are available to book with or without your own horse and include amazing beach and trail excursions high on everyone's 'bucket list'. Work is well under way on a fully licensed bar and restaurant with plenty of dining areas and a private function room for hire whilst large 'al-fresco' areas with stunning countryside views will no doubt be popular on warmer evenings. Council Licence Number 21/01094/RIDEST Mrs Louise Buckner

Lambo decided he doesnt mind the goats sharing a ginger biscuit  or too and the student learning how to remove and open ...
14/11/2026

Lambo decided he doesnt mind the goats sharing a ginger biscuit or too and the student learning how to remove and open the de fib training was also attended by the ducks and Gavin the goose. They were checking that the de fib has duck approved pads fitted too!

Last few remaining for Xmas and New Year
13/11/2026

Last few remaining for Xmas and New Year

Another positive step!
10/11/2026

Another positive step!

Education provider, the Equine Academy, has added a bitless bridle fitting course to its curriculum.

The industry’s first accredited professional bitless bridle fitting course is one of several new courses the academy has launched alongside its specialist faculty, the International College of Bit & Bridle Fitters.

“Bitless is becoming an increasingly important aspect of modern horsemanship. The launch of the very first standalone accredited Professional Bitless Bridle Fitting course is a clear demonstration of our commitment to welfare, inclusivity and maintaining the very highest standards of education across all forms of headwear.”

Discover more via link in comments.

09/11/2026
Having Warrior (War horse) from our lovely Island,  We must always remember how amazing our bond with horses has always ...
08/11/2026

Having Warrior (War horse) from our lovely Island, We must always remember how amazing our bond with horses has always been and what they did to help us.

❄️ WINTER BREAK SPECIAL OFFERS – ISLE OF WIGHT ❄️Escape to the Isle of Wight this winter and enjoy a relaxing break at I...
08/11/2026

❄️ WINTER BREAK SPECIAL OFFERS – ISLE OF WIGHT ❄️
Escape to the Isle of Wight this winter and enjoy a relaxing break at Island Riding Centre.
🏡 Beautiful self-catering holiday cottages
🌊 Explore the Island without the summer crowds
🐾 Dog-friendly accommodation available
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for couples, families and friends
✨ Special winter offers available for a limited time from £375 for 3 night weekend and from £395 for 4 night midweek break CAR FERRY INCLUDED*!

Whether you're planning a cosy weekend away, a festive getaway or a longer winter escape, there's no better time to visit.

📅 Book your winter break today!
Email [email protected]
Call 01983 215000
*Subject to availability

Our small group childrens club starts again for 6 weeks Saturday 14th November.  This is run and supervised by an adult ...
07/11/2026

Our small group childrens club starts again for 6 weeks Saturday 14th November. This is run and supervised by an adult instructor. 8.30am to 11.30am. Great fun to learn about ponies, all 6 sessions completed a ABRS+ rosette will be awarded. A great child care oppotunity too for christmas shopping! Please book on our app www.islandriding.ecpro.co.uk

What a wonderful Short Breaks session.  We fitted Donald with a lovely new head collar, Chelsea had a clip and her new r...
06/11/2026

What a wonderful Short Breaks session. We fitted Donald with a lovely new head collar, Chelsea had a clip and her new rug, rode our fantastic new obstucle course which everyone loved. Then hobby horsed around it too. Earlier in the day Dave from The Friends of the Animals popped in to check on the Swan we are looking after, hes doing well. And Dave couldn't resist seeing Chelsea in her training session with Emily and had to use up Lambo's digestives as he got mobbed by Chelsea and Bluebelle! + if you would like to join our short breaks or come to our gentle bitfree SEN sessions then give us a call 01983214000

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR GETAWAYS – ISLE OF WIGHT! ✨🎄Looking for somewhere special to spend Christmas or welcome in 2027?...
06/11/2026

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR GETAWAYS – ISLE OF WIGHT! ✨🎄
Looking for somewhere special to spend Christmas or welcome in 2027?
Last few remaining cottages
Escape to Island Riding Centre and enjoy a festive break in one of our beautiful self-catering holiday cottages on the Isle of Wight. 🏡
🎅 Christmas & New Year special offers!
🏡 Comfortable, spacious self-catering cottages
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for couples, families and groups of friends
🐾 Dog-friendly accommodation available
🌊 Enjoy beautiful Island walks, beaches and countryside
🥂 Celebrate Christmas and New Year at your own pace, with all the comforts of home
✨ Whether you're planning a cosy Christmas escape, a family gathering or a New Year celebration with friends, we've got the perfect place for your festive getaway.
🎁 Special festive rates available from £695 – book now to secure your preferred dates!

📩 Email [email protected] for availability and our latest offers.

Address

Staplers Road
Newport
PO302NB

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