Events

We run a range of exciting events throughout the year. Take a look below at some of our regular events or pop on to our online booking system to see what is coming up soon!

Wapley stables own a pony days

Wednesday Evening Group

For levels 2-3
5 – 6pm
Max 5 riders

A small supportive and encouraging group to gain confidence and progress with you riding skills and meet new friends.

Christmas pony day

Christmas Pony Day Special

Includes – Fun fun fun
Prize for the best riders Christmas costume
Games, Crafts
Horse care and Riding

Friday 19th December 2025
10am – 1pm
£65.00

Limited spaces available.

Booking available on the system.

Wapley stables own a pony days

Coffee/Tea, Chat and Ride Group

Group horse ride and horse question / answer session with refreshments.

Run by BHSII instructor Lucy

Max four to a group.

Alternate Fridays 10-11am.

See booking system for dates and to book in.

Wapley stables own a pony days

Halloween Pony Day Special 2025

Includes – Fun fun fun
Prize for the best riders Halloween costume
Apple bobbing for ponies and children
Horse care and riding

Friday 31st October 2025
10AM – 1PM
£65 pp

Lucy Hewlett Riding Academy

LH Riding Academy

Are you looking to improve your riding and gain confidence?

Then come and join our academy and make new friends and have fun whilst learning new skills and gaining confidence.

We have a variety of different monthly lessons or workshops and an end of year show where all what you have learnt can be put to the test.


Our 12th year commences November 2026. £375 for the year Members will receive either an LH Academy Sweater or Polo Shirt.

You are free to bring your own horse or to use the riding school's horses.

Contact the office to book in!

Wapley stables summer camp

Summer Camps

Cost includes three days of tuition and may cover the following subjects: Pony care, Lunging, Stable Management, Dressage, Jumping, Tack fitting / cleaning, Hacking, Cross Country.

Mon, Tues & Wed: 10am – 3.30pm
Bring lunch, drinks and snacks. 

27th - 29th July 2026
 £285

  To secure your place please book via the online booking system. Riders must be Level 2 or above.

Show jumping clinic at Wapley stables

Show Jumping Clinics

Show Jumping Clinics with Lucy (BHSII)

Alternate Wednesdays: 6 - 7pm
Price £48 child £55 adult

Jump heights will be determined by individual abilities.
Please book online.

Girl jumping horse at Wapley stables

Beginners Show Jumping Groups

Pole and grid work helping you with your balance and preparation for Jumping.

Suitable for both Children and Adults
Level 3 and above

Alternate Saturdays: 3.30pm - 4.30pm 

Please book via the booking system.

Horse riding birthday party for children

Birthday Parties

We are able to offer you birthday celebrations for children from 4 years of age whether Beginners or experienced riders.

One hour ride and games on the ponies with party bag £65 per child.
For an additional £20 per child we can offer a half hour ‘getting to know the pony’ grooming session.

Minimum of four and maximum of six children.

We cater for birthday parties all year round.

Please contact us to book.

Wapley canter banter group

Canter Banter

Flat work and jumping group, learning skills and dressage tests, Plus a group show.

Max 4 in a group.

Please see Lucy or the booking system for the latest dates and information.

Preschool mini starts saddle riding club

Mini Stars Saddle Club

A lovely introduction to ponies for our future young riders.

A fun club where you can introduce your pre-school children to the magic of ponies. A half hour session which will include pampering a pony and a short walk/ride on a pony. Parents will be required to join
in and supervise/support their child throughout and also lead the pony for the riding session.

£22 per session - plus Hat hire will be required
Only four places per session.

For pre-school children 2.5 - 4 years

Please book online.

Wapley stables own a pony days

Easter Fun Session

A fun Easter themed session including:
Easter quiz and Hunt
Horse shoe crafts
Care for pony
Group fun ride

10th April 2026
10am – 1pm
£65.00

Limited spaces available.

Booking available on the system.

Preschool mini starts saddle riding club

Own a Pony Sessions

Learn how to care for a Pony as well as a fun riding lesson with games.
Please bring snacks & drinks
10am-12pm
£50 per child plus hat hire.

2026:
Feb 20th
Apr 17th
Jul 31st
Aug 21st

SPECIAL OWN A PONY SESSIONS 2026
£65 plus hat hire 10am -1pm

Learn how to care for a Pony and group riding Lesson/games plus crafts or quiz and prizes
EASTER SPECIAL: Apr 10th
SPRING SPECIAL: May 29th
SUMMER SPECIAL: Aug 28th
HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Oct 30th
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Dec 21st

Advanced Booking Required Via Booking System

Preschool mini starts saddle riding club

Special Own a Pony Sessions

10am-1pm
Advanced booking required via booking system
£65 per child plus hat hire – please bring snacks & drinks

Sessions Includes:
Learn how to care for a Pony and fun riding
Lesson/games/Crafts/Quiz/Prizes

2025 Dates
Winter Feb 21st
Easter 11th April
Spring 30th May
Summer 8th, 22nd & 29th August
Halloween 31st October
Christmas 19th December

Preschool mini starts saddle riding club

Pony Club

Wapley Stables Pony Club aims to provide children and adults with the skills they need to care for horses and their environment.

The club aims to instil good horsemanship, self discipline and loyalty in a fun and safe way.

We cater to all levels of experience!

Our Pony club sessions cost £30. Please check out our booking system for times. 
Please see our Pony Club page for more information!