Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre

Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre We are the ONLY BHS Approved Riding Centre in North Northumberland, Livery, Clubmarked and Pony Club
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Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre is a small family business, run on a 1750 acre farm in the picturesque countryside of North Northumberland with Spectacular views to both the cheviots and the coast overlooking Holy Island. The Centre was established in 2005 by Claire Nixon; registered BHSI (BHS Stage 5 Senior performance Coach in complete horsemanship), UKCC Level 4 Coach, BHS Riding & Road Safety Train

er, IV and NVQ Assessor. She also has an HND in Equine Management and qualifications in BHS Equine Specific First Aid & Child Protection. Claire is also an NLP Practitioner, NLP Coach, Timeline Therapy and Hypnosis practitioner. The Centre is the ONLY BHS Approved Riding Establishment in North Northumberland. We are also a Club marked, Riding Club Centre and Pony Club Centre, which caters for adults and children 4 years and above, offering a mixture of qualified tuition and leisure rides which are all off-road including to St.Cuthbert’s cave. All groups are taught in small sizes so that you can learn in a safe environment and get value for money. We have a purpose build Indoor Arena (60m x 28m with a viewing gallery for 136 people), Floodlit outdoor arena 40m x 20m, horse walker, 16 stables and miles of off-road hacking. We currently have a range of 19 horses and ponies on our licence from 12'2hh to 16'2hh, quality cobs to competition horses. All riders have an assessment lesson to ensure that they are suited to the horse and competent to go on a hack, (all of our horses are well mannered & professionally schooled). Some of our clients travel from as far as Newcastle every week! What we do:
• Lessons for all abilities from 4 years and upwards on your horses or ours
• Mindset training to help you overcome any fears or confidence issues.
• Pony Club Seniors (10 years and upwards) meet once a fortnight for 1 hour and a half and Mini Pony Club (4 years and upwards) meet once a fortnight for 1-hour sessions, both groups do stable management working towards their pony club tests and achievement badges.
• Tailor-made BHS and Pony club Exam Training including BHS Riding & Road Safety
• Birthday Parties
• All Hacks off-road (Maximum of 5)
• Teenage Riding Holidays
• Part and Full Livery

All taught by qualified BHSI Coach, UKCC Level 4 Coach. Contact Claire Nixon on: 07762773559
www.swinhoefarmridingcentre.co.uk

* Please note; We have a cancellation policy. All bookings cancelled with less than 48 hours notice must be paid for in full.

🌟 LAST CHANCE TO JOIN US THIS SUMMER! 🌟We’ve got two fantastic summer holiday opportunities coming up this week at Swinh...
29/08/2026

🌟 LAST CHANCE TO JOIN US THIS SUMMER! 🌟

We’ve got two fantastic summer holiday opportunities coming up this week at Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre! 🐴💚

🏇 TEEN RIDER DEVELOPMENT DAY
📅 Monday 31st August
A full day of riding, horse care and developing your skills, confidence and independence. Perfect for young riders who want to progress their riding and horsemanship.

✨ Confidence • Independence • Fun • Horsemanship • Friends for Life

🐴 PONY STAR FUN HALF DAY
📅 Wednesday 2nd September
⏰ 9am–12pm
A fun-filled morning of Pony Stars awards, grooming, stable care, fun rides and games!
Suitable for 4 years+, on or off the lead rein.

💷 Pony Star Half Day:
Members £45 | Non-members £50

💷 Teen Rider Development Day:
Members £70 | Non-members £84

💷 £3 hat hire

📍 Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre, Belford, NE70 7LJ

📞 07762 773559
📧 [email protected]
🌐 Book online

⚠️ Spaces are limited – don’t miss the last summer holiday sessions!
Message us or book online to secure your child’s place. 🐎💚

🌟🐴 AS THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS COME TO AN END… 🐴🌟Not going back to school? Struggling with school?If a traditional classroom ...
26/08/2026

🌟🐴 AS THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS COME TO AN END… 🐴🌟

Not going back to school? Struggling with school?
If a traditional classroom environment isn’t working for your young person, we may have just the answer. 💚

🐴 BHS CHANGING LIVES THROUGH HORSES

Alternative Provision at Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre

Our sessions use horses and practical activities to help young people build confidence, develop life skills and discover what they are capable of.

Every activity is designed to help young people develop the skills they need to thrive in education, work and life.

⭐ Six core life skills:

💬 Communication – building confidence to express themselves
💪 Confidence – believing in themselves and their abilities
🤝 Teamwork – learning to work with others
❤️ Relationships – developing positive relationships
🌱 Perseverance – building resilience and learning to keep going when things feel difficult
🐴 Responsibility – learning through practical horse care, routines and caring for the horses

Through hands-on activities, young people can learn in a supportive, practical and encouraging environment, while developing skills that transfer far beyond the yard.

🎓 Many participants also work towards recognised awards and qualifications, helping them take positive steps towards education, training or employment.

📅 Tuesday afternoons
⏰ 1pm–3pm
💷 £60 per person

If you know a young person who is not in education, is struggling with school or would benefit from a different way of learning, please get in touch for an informal chat.

📞 Claire Nixon BHSI – 07762 773559
📧 [email protected]

🐴💚 Sometimes the right environment can help a young person realise just how much they can achieve.

#𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬

🌟🐴 DUE TO POPULAR REQUEST – WE’VE ADDED AN EXTRA PONY STAR FUN MORNING! 🐴🌟We’ve listened to your requests and have added...
26/08/2026

🌟🐴 DUE TO POPULAR REQUEST – WE’VE ADDED AN EXTRA PONY STAR FUN MORNING! 🐴🌟

We’ve listened to your requests and have added an extra Pony Star Fun Half Day on:

📅 Wednesday 2nd September
⏰ 9am – 12pm

A fun-filled morning of ponies, riding, games, grooming and stable care – perfect for young horse lovers! 🐴💚

⭐ Suitable for children aged 4 years+
🐎 On or off the lead rein
🏆 Pony Stars activities & awards
🧽 Grooming & stable care
🎉 Fun rides & games

💷 Members £45
💷 Non-members £50
💷 £3 hat Hire

Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!

📞 To book: Claire Nixon BHSI – 07762 773559
📧 [email protected]

📍 Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre, Belford, NE70 7LJ

🌟 Come and join us for a morning of pony fun! 🌟

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🌲🐴 EXTRA WOODLAND RIDE – THIS FRIDAY! 🐴🌲Due to popular demand, we’ve added an extra Woodland Ride this Friday 28th Augus...
26/08/2026

🌲🐴 EXTRA WOODLAND RIDE – THIS FRIDAY! 🐴🌲

Due to popular demand, we’ve added an extra Woodland Ride this Friday 28th August! 🎉

Join us for a beautiful ride through the Northumberland countryside 🌳🐎

📋 Assessment lesson – 9.30am
🌲 Woodland Ride – 9.45am

Riders must:
✅ Be able to canter in balance
✅ Meet the 14 stone weight limit

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out! 💚

📞 To book: Claire Nixon BHSI – 07762 773559
📧 [email protected]

Come and enjoy a fantastic morning in the woods with our lovely horses! 🐴🌿💚

🐴🌿 THIS WEEK AT SWINHOE FARM RIDING CENTRE! 🌿🐴We have spaces available across three fantastic activities this week! 💚⭐ M...
23/08/2026

🐴🌿 THIS WEEK AT SWINHOE FARM RIDING CENTRE! 🌿🐴

We have spaces available across three fantastic activities this week! 💚

⭐ MONDAY – TEEN RIDER DEVELOPMENT DAY
A fantastic day for young riders to build confidence, independence and develop their riding & horse-care skills.
Suitable for riders 8 years+ and off the lead rein.

🌳 TUESDAY – WOODLAND RIDE
Tuesday 25th August
11.35am assessment followed by the ride
💷 £60 per person
🐎 Riders must be able to canter independently and in control.

🎠 WEDNESDAY – PONY STAR FUN HALF DAYS
Choose from:
☀️ Morning: 9am–12pm
☀️ Afternoon: 1pm–4pm
💷 From £45
Suitable for children 4 years+, on or off the lead rein.
Fun, games, riding and BHS Pony Stars activities! 🐴🎉

📞 Spaces are limited – book with Claire Nixon BHSI
07762 773559

Come and enjoy a week of confidence, independence, fun and friends for life! 💚🐴

🌿🐴 WOODLAND RIDE – SPACES AVAILABLE! 🐴🌿Fancy escaping into the beautiful Northumberland countryside on horseback? 🌳✨We h...
23/08/2026

🌿🐴 WOODLAND RIDE – SPACES AVAILABLE! 🐴🌿

Fancy escaping into the beautiful Northumberland countryside on horseback? 🌳✨

We have spaces available on Tuesday 25th August for our Woodland Ride!

📅 Tuesday 25th August
⏰ 11.35am assessment, followed by the ride
💷 £60 per person
🐎 Must be able to canter independently and in control

Enjoy beautiful off-road riding, stunning countryside and plenty of fun along the way! 💚

📞 To book: Claire Nixon BHSI
07762 773559

Spaces are limited, so get in touch to secure your place! 🐴🌿

20/08/2026

🐴💖 Moments That Matter – Learning to Ride 💖🐴

Learning to ride isn’t just about sitting on a horse and learning how to steer. It’s about all the little moments that matter along the way. ✨

🌟 Your very first ride
🐴 Meeting the pony who becomes your favourite
💪 Finding the courage to try something that scares you
😊 Your first independent trot
🥰 Building a special bond with your horse or pony
⭐ Learning to tack up and care for your horse
🎉 Your first canter
🏆 Achieving something you never thought you could
💭 Learning from mistakes and trying again
❤️ Feeling proud of yourself
🤝 Making friendships through horses
🌈 Having a safe place where you can simply be yourself
🌱 Growing in confidence, responsibility and independence

Sometimes it’s not the biggest achievement that matters most.

It might be the moment you realise “I can do this!”
The first time your pony trusts you.
The first time you overcome a fear.
Or simply the smile on your face when you get off after a brilliant lesson. 🥰

Because every rider has a story, and every story has moments that matter. 💖🐴

We’d love to hear yours! What is your favourite “Moment That Matters” from learning to ride? 👇

PLEASE LIKE THIS POST, this is our entry for the British Horse Society's Moments that matter competition to WIN A BHS Show Jumping plank!

🐎✨ THE ST. CUTHBERT’S CAVE RIDE ✨🐎Join us for a truly unforgettable ride through the beautiful Northumberland countrysid...
16/08/2026

🐎✨ THE ST. CUTHBERT’S CAVE RIDE ✨🐎

Join us for a truly unforgettable ride through the beautiful Northumberland countryside! 🌿

📅 Thursday 20th August
⏰ 11.45am start
🕒 Approx. 2 hours 15 minutes
💷 £140 per person

Ride through stunning woodland and countryside to the dramatic St. Cuthbert’s Cave, with spectacular views towards the Cheviot Hills. 🏇🌳⛰️

Rider requirements:
🐴 Must be an experienced rider
🐴 Must be able to canter independently and in balance
⚖️ Maximum weight limit 14 stone

An 11.30am assessment lesson is included for experienced riders immediately before the ride.

✨ Spaces are limited — book now to secure your place! ✨

📩 Message us to book or for more information.

11/08/2026

Making haylage for the horses feed for winter and when in the stables.

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Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre
Belford
NE707LJ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 7:30pm
Thursday 9am - 7:30pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm

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