Welcome!

In these pages you will find information about our centre, the staff (both animal and human) and information about our lessons, which we provide for both adults and children, along with pony days and other events.

You will also find links to contact us, and some history about the Centre based in Warwickshire. We at Holly Riding School are very excited by the opportunities this site presents to keep in touch with you, our customers, and to be able to share with you all the latest news from the Centre. The Centre has been open since 1976 and in that time we have taught thousands of students to ride.  

We pride ourselves on being a family friendly centre with a strong community feeling with an emphasis on safety and fun.

POLITE NOTICE We all deserve a rest, so please can people message within normal business hours Many thanks

 Peace of Mind

When you choose to use our centre, you can be confident that we maintain rigorous standards that are continually assessed and updated. Our commitment to excellence covers a broad spectrum of areas, including the quality of our teaching practices, ensuring that all instruction is delivered by qualified and experienced professionals who prioritize effective learning.

We also take the utmost care in the management of our horses, adhering to high standards of welfare and health to ensure their well-being. Our facilities are regularly inspected and maintained to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all riders. In addition to these operational standards, we prioritize safety and compliance with legal requirements. We hold comprehensive employers’ liability insurance and public liability insurance to protect our staff and clients. Furthermore, all our staff undergo thorough DBS checks, complete Child Protection Courses, and hold BHS First Aid qualifications. This ensures that they are equipped to handle any situation that may arise, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all participants at our centre.

British Horse Society, ABRS (Association of British Riding Schools) Approved Centre

Being a member of these prestigious organisations means that we have to meet tough standards in order to achieve our acceptance and these standards are there to give you peace of mind. 

We are the official coach and venue for the University of Birmingham Equestrian Team  

 

We do not allow visitors / walk-ins, without an appointment 

The Holly Riding School Safeguarding Policy is available upon request 

 

Latest News

Please see our Events page for our 2025 program of events.  

This year we have introduced more for our experienced riders.  Show jumping competitions and dressage competitions, jumping and dressage clinics and another year competing in the BHS National  Riding School Championships.

Pony Days - We feel the children enjoy more structure within Pony Days. Children will be working towards a certificate based system of three gradings. Each grading will have a stable management and a ridden section that need to be completed before the certificate can be issued.  Please don’t expect them to complete a certificate within one Pony Day, it will take time.

To keep up to date with all our activities please join our HRS Whatsapp group 

HRS WhatsApp Group

 

Licence No. 008009 valid until 31st December 2024 attaining 5 Stars from North Warwickshire Borough Council

Meet the Ponies

We feel it is important for our horses that their work load is varied and the hours they work are regulated. Therefore, we ensure that our horses do a variety of work within our ménages, indoor school, trekking tracks and cross country course to ensure they do not become sour and bored. Our horses enjoy dressage, show jumping, cross country and hacking.  Happy horse is a happy rider. ...more