Caistor Equestrian Centre

07/10/2026

🍂🐴 HALF TERM IS ALMOST HERE! 🐴🍂

Can you believe October half term is less than TWO weeks away?! 😱 Where has the time gone?!

We’ve been busy putting together a jam-packed week (or two!) of fun, horses and riding at Caistor Equestrian Centre so that there’s something for everyone! 🥰

Whether you fancy heading out on a hack, improving your dressage, getting out on the XC course, spending the day with your favourite pony or joining us for some Halloween fun… we’ve got you covered! 🎃👻🐎

Take a look at what’s happening below and get your places booked! 👇

📞 Call 01472 859341 to reserve your place

💻 caistorequestriancentre.com for more information.
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We can’t wait to see you! ❤️

06/10/2026

Lesson availability tomorrow Wednesday 7th October.

Call 📞 01472 859341 to reserve:

🕜 1:30 with Heather
🕞 3:45 with Heather
🕞 3:45 with Steph
🕢 7:30 with Emma

We look forward to seeing you ☺️

06/10/2026

Lesson availability today
🙋‍♀️Rachel
🕞3:45
📞01472 859341

05/10/2026

✨ DRESSAGE WITH RACHEL & FIONA ✨

✨The Dressage Clinic is one of our most popular sessions — and it’s already proving to be in high demand.

✨In fact, most of the places have already been reserved before we’ve even had a chance to go to print! 🙈

✨If you’re keen to join Rachel and Fiona in the arena, we recommend securing your place early. Spaces are limited and are likely to fill very quickly.

📅 Full details can be found on the poster below.

📞 01472 859341 to reserve your place.

✨We look forward to welcoming you

05/10/2026

04/10/2026

🐴📆Lesson availability tomorrow Monday 5th:

🕒 3pm with Steph
🕕 6pm with Steph

🕓 4:15 pm with Heather

🕠 5:30 pm with Emma
🕢 7:30 pm with Emma

📞 01472 859341 to book

We look forward to seeing you ☺️

04/10/2026

🚴‍♀️CYCLISTS 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️RUNNERS

DON’T LET 🍁AUTUMN & ❄️WINTER PUT YOUR FITNESS ON HOLD! 🏇

🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️Are you a cyclist, runner, walker or someone who loves an active outdoor lifestyle? 🛶⛵️

As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, wetter and windier, why not try something different this winter to maintain and improve your fitness ?

Discover horse riding at Caistor Equestrian Centre!

With our indoor arena, you can enjoy riding whatever the weather, giving you the opportunity to stay active and develop a new sporting skill throughout the winter months. 🌧️➡️🏇

Riding is far more than simply sitting on a horse! It’s a whole-body activity that challenges your fitness in some surprising ways.

💪 CORE STRENGTH – constantly engaging your abdominal and back muscles to maintain stability and control.

⚖️ BALANCE & COORDINATION – developing body awareness, timing and the ability to coordinate your movements with the horse.

❤️ CARDIOVASCULAR FITNESS – walking, trotting and cantering place different demands on your heart and lungs, with intensity increasing as the pace picks up.

🦵 STRENGTH & STAMINA – using your legs, hips and core while maintaining posture and control throughout your ride.

🧠 FOCUS & CONCENTRATION – riding requires you to think ahead, make decisions and respond to a living, moving partner.

🎯 AGILITY & REACTION – continually adjusting your position and aids as the horse moves and responds.

🌿 MENTAL WELLBEING – time with horses offers a different kind of escape from the everyday, combining learning, connection and the enjoyment of being active.

🔥 So how does riding compare with other sports for calories burned?

You might be surprised!

From a steady walk to energetic trotting, cantering and jumping, riding can provide a worthwhile workout while developing skills that you simply don’t get on a bike or running track.

If you’re looking for a new challenge, a fresh way to keep moving, or an exciting sport to carry you through the winter, why not give riding a go, here at Caistor Equestrian Centre

🏇 Swap the winter exercise routine for something a little different!

📞 Call us on 01472 859341 to find out more about lessons and getting started.

FYI Here are some calorie comparisons:

Calories per hour
Horse riding — walk 204 kcal
Horse riding — trot 372 kcal
Horse riding — canter 462 kcal
Horse riding — show jumping 662 kcal

*based on published exercise estimates, using a rider weighing approximately 60 kg (9 st 6 lb). These are illustrative figures, not guaranteed calorie counts.

💻caistorequestriancentre.com

03/10/2026

Limited spaces remaining for our Hack tomorrow!

🕙10am start time
🌳90 minutes
🏇Intermediate riders
💳Cost £55

Hacking across beautiful Lincolnshire countryside

Call 📞 01472 859341 to reserve your place

We look forward to seeing you ☺️

02/10/2026

🐴🍂 RUGGING SEASON IS HERE!

You will have seen over recent weeks that some of our horses are now sporting rugs. 🍂🌧️

As the evenings get colder and autumn settles in, the rugs are coming out! 🍁

And then we have decisions decisions to make 🤔
Is it time for a rug? Which weight is right? Do we need to add a layer tonight — or is it time to take one off?

And …. there’s no simple answer because every horse is different 👍🐴

🐴🧥WHEN SHOULD I RUG MY HORSE ?

With so many different weights to choose from, how do you know what’s right for your horse?

The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer! 🐎 Some horses are perfectly happy with their natural winter coat, while others need a little extra help to stay comfortable.

🌡️ SO, WHAT DO ALL THOSE GRAMS MEAN?

Rug weights refer to the amount of filling, which generally determines how much warmth the rug provides.

🌧️ 0g – No-fill: Keeps the rain and wind off, with minimal heat retention. Perfect for wetter warmer weather.

🍂 50g–100g – Lightweight: A little extra warmth for slightly cooler weather.

🐴 150g–200g – Mediumweight: More insulation for colder conditions.

❄️ 250g–300g – Heavyweight: Substantial warmth for horses that need it.

🥶 350g–450g+ – Extra heavyweight: For horses needing plenty of insulation in very cold conditions.

These are general guides rather than rules — your horse might need something completely different!

🤔 WHAT SHOULD YOU CONSIDER BEFORE RUGGING?

🐎 Their coat: A horse with a lovely thick winter coat may well need less help than a clipped horse.

🌧️ The weather: Cold, driving rain and wind can be more challenging than a dry, chilly day.

❤️ Age and condition: Older or less hardy horse types may need extra protection.

🏇 Workload: Clipped horses in regular work often need more help managing their warmth and protection from the rain. 🌧️

💡 OUR TOP TIP? CHECK YOUR HORSE, NOT JUST THE WEATHER APP!

Feel under the rug around the chest and shoulders. Your horse should feel comfortably warm, not hot or sweaty. Keep an eye out for shivering, sweating or signs of discomfort, and remember that over-rugging can be just as much of a problem as under-rugging.

And don’t forget — a well-fitting rug that’s suitable for the conditions is just as important as choosing the correct weight.

🐴 Every horse is an individual, and the aim is comfort, not simply adding more layers!

It’s about knowing your horse, watching the weather, checking how they feel and making those little adjustments as the seasons change. After all, good rugging isn’t about having the biggest rug wardrobe — it’s about getting it right for the individual horse. ❤️🐎

01/10/2026

🍁AUTUMN HALF TERM ACTIVITIES 🎃🐴

🍂 Hello October !

Autumn Half Term is nearly here, and we can’t wait to welcome you to Caistor Equestrian Centre to join in our packed fortnight of activities 🍁

Whether you wish to hack out across the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside, polish up your dressage skills, build confidence or improve your riding skills, we have something special planned for everyone.

🐴 Own Your Own Pony Day

Enjoy the ultimate pony experience, with plenty of time both in and out of the saddle. A great experience for your child to spend the day with their favourite pony

🎃 Halloween Mounted Treasure Hunt

Get into the spooky spirit with fancy dress, festive fun and prizes!

🌳 Intermediate Hacking

Explore the beautiful Lincolnshire countryside on horseback.

🏆 Dressage Test Practice

Sharpen your accuracy and technique with Rachel and Fiona.

🐎 Cross-Country Confidence Clinic

Build confidence, take on new challenges and have a fantastic time with Fiona.

📸 Take a look through the photos to view some of the the activities that we have on offer!

📞 Ready to book? Contact on 01472 859341 to reserve your place.

*Some activities have limited spaces, so book soon to avoid missing out!

We look forward to seeing you! 🍂🐴