Things to do in Cheshire, England: The Best Horseback Riding Tours

Established for over 40 years, we are a very friendly yard enjoy sharing our love of horses and riding! We offer horse riding in the beautiful Mellor countryside, located on the edge of the Peak District. We can cater for all ages from 8 upwards. We ride out every day with adult only rides available mid week. Ideal for experienced riders and those returning to riding who want to get back in the saddle. We have a variety of horses who will all go first, second or last. Please note, we do not offer ‘treks’ for novice riders and we do not offer riding lessons. All our riders need to be assessed as able to ride at all three paces.

RIDING MINI BREAKS: Come and enjoy exploring the beautiful Cheshire countryside on horseback. The mini Break consists of 2 days riding on our beautifully mannered horses to traditional Cheshire country inns where you will have lunch before a nice ride home , then staying in our On site private accommodation which sleeps up to 4 , on a self-catering basis. Suitable for novice to experienced riders.

Three times Winner of Cheshires "Visitor Attraction of the Year", Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre is set in 50 acres in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside, and offers everything for the perfect day out. Home of the internationally renowned Cotebrook Shire Horse Stud, Alistair King has been breeding champion Shires there for nearly 50 years and they form the centrepiece of the Centre with up to 25 horses at any time for you to meet. At Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre there is lots to see and do to make your visit interesting and enjoyable. You can learn all about the Shire horse, from its history carrying knights in armour to the important studwork today, ensuring the future of this magnificent breed. There is an opportunity to meet the horses up close and Alistair does regular talks with a personal introduction to his Shires. As well as the fabulous Shire horses there is a selection of British animals and birdlife both wild and domesticated including rare breeds. You can wander around the mile long Nature Trail to meet the horses further afield, explore the Wildlife Watch Trail, browse around the gift shop with its unique country gifts and souvenirs, then visit the Lakeside Cafe which offers light lunches and cream teas. Every spring there is FOAL WATCH which is a video diary of each mare in the weeks and days before she foals. Foal Watch then follows the foals as they grow and explore their new world. Alistair also offers Shire Horse Experience Days, as featured on BBC1, where you can learn all about preparing a shire for the show ring or explore various aspects of studwork. A warm welcome is assured all year around, closing only on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

We are a small family run riding centre. We offer some of the most beautiful and picturesque rides around Cheshire. Exploring the fantastic Beeston and Peckforton castle grounds and the Bickerton Hills, venturing onto the the sandstone trail with all their splendid views. We ride along the Bishop Bennetts way and many more of the famous Cheshire bridal paths. We cater for all riding abilities.