Private lesson
Taster ride (30 min)
Short led introduction in the arena for first-time riders.
£25 · 30 min
Suits absolute beginner to beginner
jilljill centre
Nr. Broadway, Worcestershire, WR12 7NE
Dressage
Show jumping
Cross country
Hacking
- ✓ Saddle Up verified
- ✓ Public liability insured
- ✓ Riding establishment licence
- Experiences
- 6 bookable options
- Minimum age
- 4 years
- Rider weight limit
- 114 kg
- Contact
- +44 (0)1386 584250
About the centre
Welcome to Cotswolds Riding, located in the picturesque Cotswold village of Stanton. We have been offering riding since 1975, with over 50 well-schooled horses and ponies for all levels of rider, including children. We specialise in accelerated learning, helping each rider achieve their personal goal, be it eventing, cross-country, or hacking confidently. Our purpose-built facility caters to beginners and advanced riders alike, with a team of instructors trained by Jill Carenza. We are open year-round, providing access to miles of paths and bridleways with magnificent views.
Lessons, hacks & experiences
Hack
Countryside hack (1 hour)
Relaxed hour hacking the local bridleways in a small group.
£45 · 60 min
Suits beginner to competitive
Clinic
Jumping clinic (90 min)
Ninety-minute gridwork and course-riding clinic with a coach.
£65 · 90 min
Suits novice to competitive
Hack
Half-day trail ride (2 hours)
Two hours across fields and woodland with a mid-ride rest stop.
£85 · 120 min
Suits novice to competitive
Experience day
Full-day riding day (4 hours)
Four hours combining stable care, a lesson and a long hack.
£150 · 240 min
Suits novice to competitive
Camp
Weekend riding camp (6 hours)
A full day of lessons, horse care and a picnic hack.
£220 · 360 min
Suits beginner to advanced
Group lessons & hacks
Ride with others at a similar standard. We check your recorded ability against the group and allocate a suitable horse before the centre confirms your place.
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Next two weeks
A guide to how busy the centre is. Exact horses, coaches and arenas are allocated by the centre when your booking is confirmed.
Mon 21 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tue 22 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wed 23 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thu 24 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fri 25 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sat 26 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sun 27 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Mon 28 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tue 29 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wed 30 Sept
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thu 1 Oct
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Fri 2 Oct
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sat 3 Oct
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sun 4 Oct
Good availability
9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Gallery
Arenas
Hacking & countryside
Lessons in action
Facilities
- Main Area · Outdoor arena
- Second Arena · Outdoor arena
- Triangle · Outdoor arena
Coaching team
- emily · all
- Priya Nair · BHS Stage 2 Coach, RDA Coach
Specialist in nervous and first-time riders, and supported riding.
- Tom Hargreaves · BHS Stage 3 Coach
Twelve years teaching flatwork and jumping to club level.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Before you ride
Arrival
We welcome people to visit us and view any lessons taking place. If you require more information, please telephone us first to ensure a team member is available to show you around and answer queries. Due to Health and Safety reasons, we cannot allow members of the public around the stables unaccompanied. Please ensure your Rider Registration Form is completed before riding.
What to wear
We have riding hats that meet current British safety standards, which you may borrow. All riders must wear body protectors for lessons and hacks; we have some available to borrow free of charge. Footwear should be sturdy, preferably with a ½ inch heel; trainers, Wellington boots, Chelsea boots, desert boots, dealer boots, and fashion boots are fine. Sandals, high heels, and flip-flops are not allowed. Jodhpurs, jogging trousers, thick leggings, or comfortable stretchy trousers are recommended. Trousers must be long. Shorts and dresses are not allowed. A sweatshirt or T-shirt is fine, and waterproof/windproof jackets are useful. Gloves are advisable in cold weather. It is advisable to remove any jewellery. Exceptionally long hair should be tied back.
Rider weight policy
The maximum weight of rider we can accommodate is approximately 114 kg (18 stone / 252 lbs).
Booking policy
Initial enquiries can be made via our website, email, telephone, or by calling into the office. We can provide options or advise on what suits your requirements. There is an answer-phone service, and if you leave a message, we will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible to explain everything in more detail. A Rider Registration Form, mandatory for our insurance, must be completed before you ride or participate in any activities. For minors, it must be signed by an adult (18+).
Cancellation policy
If you need to cancel your lesson or hack, please be aware that it is usually too late for us to replace your booking. We are a busy yard and need to ensure the correct staff and horses are prepared for your booked time. If there is a 'NO SHOW' on the day, full payment will be required.
Cancellations are free up to 0 hours before your ride.
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