Bantry Bay Equestrian

Bantry Bay Equestrian Bantry Bay Equestrian Centre - riding lessons too! 5 minutes from Bantry town on the main N71 Cork road opposite the turning to Durrus. Call us on 087-7765539

Join us at Hollyhill just 5 minutes from Bantry next to the main road to Cork (N71 at the junction with the R591) for a trail ride to Maggie Murphy's cottage. There's no traffic to worry about as you make friends with your horse or pony before we set off on our private farm tracks. We ride through the ancient woodlands of Hollyhill full of Scots pines, oaks, alder and holly trees. The track climbs

gently through the woods before emerging above the tree line, riding safe paths past heather, gorse and beautiful fuschia. Maggie Murphy's Trail leads to the ruined cottage where our horses rest as we take in the breathtaking views down Bantry Bay and Dunmanus Bay. Bring your camera because we often see deer, kestrels, wild goats and other wildlife. Maggie Murphy's Trail is suitable for riders of all abilities and we have a wide variety of safe horses and ponies. Rides are accompanied by experienced and fully insured guides and riding hats and body protectors are provided. You should allow 1-2 hours at Hollyhill including the time spent getting to know your pony and for any photos you might like to take. Maggie Murphy's Trail costs €30 per rider. Riding lessons also available.

Advanced Camp is only a week away😳 👀 👀
14/06/2026

Advanced Camp is only a week away😳 👀 👀

Keep your ears open tomorrow on Corks 96fm 👂We had Simon Murdock down today for a trek so he’ll be telling everyone how ...
14/06/2026

Keep your ears open tomorrow on Corks 96fm 👂
We had Simon Murdock down today for a trek so he’ll be telling everyone how he got on 👀

Sufficed to say Prince had lots of snacks🤣

14/06/2026

The fact that scientists are only just catching on that many animals use tools just goes to show how detached they are from nature🤔

🐴This is Girl using the wheelbarrow rim to scratch a very specific itch🤣

13/06/2026

Pretty perfect weather for trekking this weekend 🤩

🥳FREE OPEN DAY 🥳We are running an open day so people can call in and have a look around in a friendly no obligation envi...
12/06/2026

🥳FREE OPEN DAY 🥳

We are running an open day so people can call in and have a look around in a friendly no obligation environment.

Come and have a look and a chat and see if being around Ponies and horses suits you, and you can watch a lesson to see if it appeals to you😊

Open to All so whether you are retired and looking for a Social outlet with exercise or whether you are thinking of bringing your kids, call in 🤗

Meet the instructors, ask any questions or just feed the Ponies🐴🐴🐴

🚨Getting lots of enquiries about lessons for the summer so for everyone not familiar with the online system here goes….🚨...
11/06/2026

🚨Getting lots of enquiries about lessons for the summer so for everyone not familiar with the online system here goes….🚨

You can book directly on the system after you sign in as a client.

You can buy stable card credits which you then use to book lessons. The reason for this is you can buy 4 or 10 lessons at a discount.

The other benefit to using stable cards is if you’re a regular (riding here a year) you can buy at a cheaper regulars rate.

You can buy stable cards as gifts so that the lesson can be booked later at a convenient time.

If you book and then need to cancel (24hr policy) you’ll receive a stable card credit to use later.

The system has a help function and the people are available from 7am to 7pm if you need assistance.

As always WhatsApp 0877765539 for enquiries particularly regarding private lessons.

09/06/2026

Dootling along with the horses snacking and the riders just absorbing nature, effectively forest bathing on horseback 🥰
Beautifully peaceful 😍

in Ireland

04/06/2026

☀️☀️☀️ SUMMER CAMPS ☀️☀️☀️

I finally got around to organising the Summer Schedule after many enquiries 🥳🎉🎉🤪

Camps need to be booked at least a week in advance. Minimum 4 riders to proceed.

Advanced Day Camps Monday 22nd & 29th June, 13th & 27th July, 10th August. 9.30 to 4pm.
Suitable for people who are cantering without stirrups and jumping.


Improvers Half Day Camp every Wednesday from 24th June to 12th August. 9.30 to 1pm
Suitable for people who can trot comfortably off lead and without stirrups.

Exciting news🤗
Everyone can avail of multiple offers and discounts available through the stable card options on our online booking system

https://hopoti.com/en-ie/stable/BantryBayEquestrianCentre/shop?type=1


Coming up🤗Links to follow
01/06/2026

Coming up🤗
Links to follow

Address

Opposite Junction Of N71 And R591, Hollyhill
Bantry
P75RT39

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+353877765539

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