The Meadow School of Riding was founded in 1958 by the late Mrs Olwen Allonby in the village of Stanford on Soar, Leicestershire. It is now situated at the edge of the beautiful Beacon Country Park on Deans Lane, Woodhouse Eaves - see map for location - and is run by Dawn Whitmore-Kirby.
Facilities include:
- an indoor school
- an outdoor school
- excellent hacking around Beacon Country Park and beyond.
All lessons take place either in the indoor or outdoor school and can be either private or group depending on individual requirements. All lessons must be prebooked - see prices.
Group lessons are arranged according to age and ability with adult and children’s lessons available separately. Lessons take place during the day, Tuesday – Sunday, with late night opening (till 9.30pm) Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Hacking is available for the more experienced rider, Tuesday – Sunday during daylight hours.
Special activities such as pony care days and pub rides are also arranged - see events.
Frequently asked questions
We suggest
that riders wear comfortable (not too tight), long trousers that reach to the
ankle. Shorts or cut-off trousers are not a good idea (even if it’s very hot)
as you will find that when you are sitting in the saddle, your ankles and lower
leg will be bare and the saddle and stirrup leathers will rub! A t-shirt with sleeves that cover your
shoulders (but not a strappy or sleeveless top) is fine in warm weather. In
winter, we suggest you wear several layers, including perhaps a short
jacket-style of coat. Please make sure all clothing is fastened.
No, wellies
are not suitable for riding in; neither are trainers or pumps. You need to wear
a boot or shoe that has a small heel.
But don’t worry if you don’t have these as we have
You can
borrow a hat to begin with at no extra cost, but we suggest riders should buy
their own as soon as possible. All hats MUST comply with the current BSI
standards, EN1384 or PAS 015.
