Merriewood Equestrian Riding School

It is difficult to do this wonderful riding school justice in a few sentences. The team work tirelessly and are truly dedicated to sharing their passion for horses. I felt welcome from the minute I arrived at Merriewood, as did my beginner son. The horses are beautifully schooled and are cared for to the highest standard. The teaching is superb – the talented instructors share a wealth of experience and have a natural ability to get the best out of their riders at all levels. Whether you are ...

Fantastic team and lovely horses, my daughters are always so excited when they know they can go riding. Amanda is great with learners of all ages and we look forward to lockdown ending so Merriewood can open again!

Such a fabulous riding school. My daughter absolutely loves it here, it is totally wonderful. We can highly recommend.

My daughter loves her time at Merriewood every week. Amanda and Alice are amazing teachers - they constantly develop her riding skills while also making lessons fun. The horses are beautifully looked after and the atmosphere is always welcoming and warm. We are so pleased to have discovered Merriewood!

Having been to a few riding schools over the years, I can honestly say that Merriewood is the most welcoming and inclusive yard I've ever been at! Amanda and Alice are the loveliest of people, and the care they provide to the horses is second to none. There is a mix of delightful horses and ponies suitable for a wide range of riders, and each lesson is tailored to the rider's individual needs. There are also many opportunities to spend time with the horses and learn all about how to care for ...