Arrangements can be made with local Equestrian Centres on request.
Depending on the time of year activities such as horse riding are available to those staying in Ardtara Country House. If you prefer to see rather than to do a trip to the Horse Racing at Royal Down Racecourse is a must.
For those interested in horse riding staff at Ballymaloe House will be happy to make arrangements for you in the locality.
Abbeyfield Equestrian and Outdoor Activity Centre is located closeby where you can experience a relaxing horse ride through the quiet country lanes or an exhilarating horse ride cross country on one of their 40 horses. Barberstown Castle staff will be happy to make arrangements for you.
Trail riding in Kerry along miles of meandering country roads amidst spectacular scenery that will take your breath away. Galloping on Rossbeigh Beach close to the water's edge is an experience riders of all levels will never forget. We can arrange these activities with local stables for novice or experienced riders.
Cashel House is the home of the Connemara Pony and Sport House Stud Farm where they breed and export Connemara Ponies all over the world. So for those who love horse riding there is no better location than here in the beautiful West of Ireland.
County Laois has the ideal landscape for those who love horse riding. Equestrian Centres are available in the local area to guide enthusiasts, whether they be experienced riders or just eager novices.
As one of Europe's finest equestrian playgrounds, Castle Leslie Estate offers memorable horse riding holiday experiences for riding enthusiasts of all levels. Nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodlands and glittering lakes, the Estate offers an idyllic setting for outdoor activity and adventure...
Enjoy the Co Sligo countryside on horseback. Guests at Coopershill House are ideally placed to enjoy Horse Riding at three riding schools in the area. Each riding school offers horse riding to suit all standards of proficiency. It is advisable to make bookings before your arrival in but we can take care of this for you, if you wish.
Enniscoe House is an ideal base for horse riding, arrangements can be made locally.
Gregans Castle in The Burren recommends the Mountain View Horse Riding Centre (8 miles) and Clare Equestrian Centre (23 miles) for Horse Riding and Pony Trekking. There are guided trails and all ages and abilities are catered for.
Killarney offers a wide choice of equestrian options, from organised riding and trek excursions from one of may Equestrian Centres, to the less formal mountain rides through the magnificent Gap of Dunloe. A mile from the Hotel are The Killarney Riding Stables, managed and owned by the O’Sullivan Famiy. The Reception team at The Killarney Royal will be delighted to assist in booking a trek time on your behalf. Free transport to the Stables is also provided.
Horse lovers will find the Duhallow Hunt, one of oldest in the British Isles and Ireland, right on the doorstep, as is the Cork racecourse at Mallow, making Longueville an ideal stopover for owners and trainers. One of Ireland's largest show jumping event venues at Millstreet is less than 45 minutes away.
Country Wexford offers beautiful horse trail riding country. Marlfield House would be happy to arrange riding in a local riding school for people with all levels of experience.
The Mount Juliet Equestrian centre is one of the most impressive equestrian centres in the country. With two arenas including one International size arena, an American style barn, an exhilarating cross-country course, 18 miles of bridleways, a new set of show-jumps and a new stock of ponies and horses, Mount Juliet offers the rider the best possible experience in all types of riding.
Moy House is approximately 15 minutes drive from the Willie Daly Riding Centre which offers daily guided trails with spectacular views. Reception will be happy to make a booking on your behalf.
Clonshire Riding Stables is situated just 15 minutes drive towards Adare from the Mustard Seed at Echo Lodge.
Local stables with treks along the shoreline or mountain passes have a selection of horses to suit all levels of competence, so while staying at the Park Hotel Kenmare why not take the opportunity to do some horse riding.
What better way to breathe the purest air than by trekking on horseback. meandering over mountain paths and around lake shores or galloping along a seemingly endless beach, racing against the surf of the Atlantic Ocean. You simply cannot rival horse riding in this area.
Enjoy some horse riding just 30 minutes from Rathsallagh House, staff will be happy to make arrangements for you.
There are a number of equestrian centres in County Longford. AIRE-approved Mosstown Riding Centre is an indoor facility, accommodating a wide range of activities. As it is an all-weather centre, with both indoor and outdoor arenas, visitors are able to take part whatever the weather. And, for the cross-country riders, or pony and hunting clubs, the 40-acres Hunter Trials Course in Moatfarrell, Ballinalee, offers an enjoyable challenge.
