Wildwoods Riding Centre

01/06/2026

A sad day as we said goodbye to Maple. We have been battling for 3 years to manage canker in all 4 of her feet. There is no real cure for this awful disease - it is just a case of trying to manage it.
Sadly the canker had become too painful for her and it was decided to let her go.
She was such a fabulous school pony and will be missed by us all. 💔🐎🌈

01/06/2026

With so much water around it was no surprise when we got stuck on our drive into camp! This took me back to 2020 when I volunteered out there for a couple of months and was driving between camps.
We spent 5 nights in tents on a mobile safari and 3 nights in Cha Cha Metsi which was more luxurious.
Contact me if you want to join the next trip!
www.ridebotswana.com
www.chachametsi.com

01/06/2026

I returned from safari with Ride Botswana a couple of weeks ago
Rain has swelled the Thamilakane river and water is up to the gate at Robyn and David’s house. The annual flood is yet to arrive!
A boat trip for sundowners on the river on my last night in Botswana was amazing with a mass of stunning lilies😍

31/05/2026

It's Derby Day at Epsom racecourse on Saturday 🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇🏇. Traffic may be heavy in the area, especially if you are coming from London

🏇👑 The Jockey Club has announced that His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen will attend Betfred Derby Day at Epsom Downs.

The Derby is regarded as one of the world’s most prestigious and iconic horse races and will take place for the 247th time on Saturday 6th June, having been staged for the first time in 1780.

Both Their Majesties are Honorary Members of The Jockey Club and became the organisation’s joint Patrons in May 2024, succeeding Queen Elizabeth II who was Patron for 68 years, from 1954 until her death in September 2022.

As a racehorse owner, Queen Elizabeth II won every British Classic apart from The Derby. From 10 runners, she came closest to winning the race with Aureole, who was second to Pinza in her Coronation year of 1953.

The 1909 Derby is the only time a reigning monarch in Britain has owned the winner of The Derby, when Minoru triumphed in the race for King Edward VII. He had previously enjoyed success in The Derby with both Persimmon in 1896 and Diamond Jubilee in 1900, when he was the Prince of Wales.

The King and Queen’s visit to Epsom Downs on Derby Day continues a long tradition of Royal attendance for the historic race, with Queen Elizabeth II only missing Derby Day twice from the start of her reign until the COVID-19 pandemic - once in 1956 when on a state visit to Sweden and in 1984 when attending the 40th anniversary of D-Day commemoration in France.

💬 Epsom's general manager Jim Allen said: “We are honoured and thrilled that The King and Queen will be joining us at Epsom Downs on Derby Day.

“Their Majesties show great enthusiasm, interest and support for horseracing in the UK and their attendance next week will be a proud moment for all of the team here and everyone connected with the racecourse.

“Derby Day provides joy and entertainment to millions of people around the world as one of Britain’s most famous and iconic events, and Royal attendance has been synonymous with the meeting for generations. We are delighted that Their Majesties will be continuing this tradition next week.”

26/04/2026

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We are working to resolve this but we apologise for any inconvenciece caused.

Thank you for your patience and we hope to respond to all enquires as soon as possible

19/04/2026

❗️❗️ROAD CLOSURE❗️❗️

Please be aware that Ebbisham Lane will be shut from the top end from Monday 20th April 08:00 to Tuesday 21st April 17:00 and again Thursday 23rd April 08:00 to Friday 24th April 17:00.

You should still be able to access us from Hurst Lane and Motts Hill Lane

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30/03/2026

We still have some spaces on the 3 hour Easter Monday ride 6th April 11.00 - 14.00@ £125. A steady ride to Headley with a canter on Epsom Downs on the way back or a gentler route for those less competent 🐎

30/03/2026

CLEAR ROUND JUMPING with coaching on your own horse. £10 for 2 rounds. Easter Monday 6th April 15.00 - 18.00. Starting small and going up to whatever required. Rosettes 🐎

22/03/2026

Congratulations to our Apprentice Katie Creates on passing Level 2 Apprenticeship. A lot of hard work goes into passing these qualifications. Well done 👏👏🎉🐎

13/02/2026

We're hiring! We now have a vaccancy for a groom / BHS qualified instructor full time/ part time/ freelance.
Please apply with CV to [email protected]