Apples Equestrian

Apples equestrian is a small equine farm and theraputic riding experience. Rachel made me feel comefortable from the start. I went because I don't have the best of health so I wanted an activity that would be theraputic. The grooming is very centering and calming. the way Rachel teaches helps you relax and breathe and gives you space to be present. I've learned a lot about the horses too and it's wonderful simply to sit at the farm and enjoy as they have many other animals and a while group o...

I started riding under Rachel's wing over 20 years ago. Walking through the front gates for the first time I found kindness, warmth and encouragement. I knew instinctively that I had found somewhere really special and that I would want to ride here forever. Over the years, the time I spend here has become so much more than learning to ride. Apples Equestrian is my favourite place to laugh, my most trusted shoulder to cry on when facing challenges and my sigh of relief at the end of a busy wo...

The grounds are very well cared for and it's obvious to see the horses were well looked after. The lesson we had was for 3 children and each child had a young rider allocated to them with the teacher leading the whole lesson. I can see that the teacher was good with the kids, taking them at their pace. My only niggle was that the lesson ended early. I think from talking around, that this isn't a normal thing for this place but only having had one trial lesson, I couldn't say for certain so ...

I recently took my daughter Esther to Apples Equestrian where we met the lovely and friendly owner Rachel and met all the wonderful animals - donkeys, pig, chickens, geese, cats and dogs. It's a magical place for children. Esther was helped to feel at ease during her ride on Tommy the pony and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Rachel's manner is confident, firm, reassuring and kindly with the children. We look forward to coming back for another lesson soon!