Name: Derbyshire Pony Trekking
Rating: 5.0

Derbyshire Pony Trekking

Derbyshire Pony Trekking, Scarcliffe Lanes, Upper Langwith, Mansfield, UK

4-90 Years

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Derbyshire Pony Trekking, the UK’s premier off-road horse riding centre, offers year-round treks for all experience levels. Small group rides through woodland, forests, fields, and limestone gorges allow beginners to feel safe and experienced riders to enjoy fast-paced canters. Well-trained horses and ponies suit most ages, and staff ensure every ride is safe and enjoyable. Riding holidays of 2–7 days are available, with guidance on accommodation including spa hotels, log cabins, or campsites.

Flexible rides include 1-hour (£40, ages 4+), 1.5-hour (£50), 2-hour (£60), 2.5-hour (£65, walk/trot/canter), and 3-hour forest treks (£85, experienced riders). Additional options include Pub Treks, Pub Grub Treks, Afternoon Tea Treks, and 5-hour Day Ride/Picnic Treks, offering off-road riding for all abilities.

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Derbyshire Pony Trekking Offers: Derbyshire Pony Trekking caters for all levels of experience, from steady treks through picturesque woodland to adrenaline-filled fast-paced treks with long canters. Complete off-road trekking is available in all weather, all year round. The centre has a range of well-trained horses and ponies suitable for most ages and abilities, and experienced staff are on hand at all times to ensure every ride is enjoyable. The centre is renowned for building the confidence of nervous riders, allowing them to progress at their own pace.
3-Hour Experienced Forest/Country Treks allow riders aged 13 and over, who can walk, trot, and canter, to explore scenic forest and country routes. These treks usually run from May to September, and bookings require full payment to secure a place, with at least 48 hours’ notice required to rearrange.
2.5-Hour Forest/Country Park Treks run all year round, with multiple dates available. Riders must be able to walk, trot, and canter, and full payment is required to secure a place.
Sunset Treks are for mixed ability or experienced riders capable of walking and rising trot independently. These operate only in months when the sun sets between 3.30–5.30pm and require full payment to secure a booking.
Pub/Grub Treks require riders to walk, trot, and canter. Options include 2.5-hour pub treks with drinks, 3-hour or 4-hour pub grub treks with food, available between May and September. Full payment secures the booking, and at least 48 hours’ notice is required for rearrangements.
Day Rides – 5-Hour Picnic Treks are for physically fit, regular riders capable of walking, trotting, and cantering. Riders bring their own picnic and drinks, with routes including Creswell Crags, a historic limestone gorge with Ice Age caves, and Shirebrook Woods, featuring quiet bridlepaths lined with pine trees. These rides can also be part of a riding holiday with different routes each day.
Afternoon Tea Treks last 3.5, 4, or 4.5 hours and include a scenic forest or country park ride with a stop at a local pub for afternoon tea. The menu features freshly made sandwiches, jam & cream scones, mini desserts, and tea or coffee, with a vegetarian option available. These treks run from May to September for riders who can walk, trot, and canter.
3-Hour Picnic Treks require riders to walk, trot, and canter and bring their own picnic. These typically run from May to September.
Night Rides are exclusive to Derbyshire Pony Trekking, with head torches provided, operating between 31 October and February. Riders must be 13+ and able to walk and trot independently for a unique night-time horseback experience.
Tinsel Treks offer festive fun with riders in tinsel, Christmas jumpers, or fancy dress. Various trek lengths are available for both beginners and experienced riders, with a winter warmer and festive treats included.
Riding Holidays can range from 2 to 7 days, offering off-road rides through forests, fields, country parks, and limestone gorges with stunning views. Customizable packages cater to all experience levels, with assistance in selecting suitable accommodation, including spa hotels, log cabins with hot tubs, budget hotels, or campsites.

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Standard Treks
- 1 Hour: £40 per person. Suitable for children aged 4+ and complete beginners
- 1.5 Hours: £50 per person. Suitable for adult beginners (able to ride independently at walk and rising trot) & experienced riders
- 2 Hours: £60 per person
- 2.5 Hours: £65 per person. Riders must be able to walk, trot, and canter
- 3 Hours Forest Trek: £85 per person. Riders must be able to walk, trot, and canter, ride regularly, and be physically fit
- 5 Hour Day Ride: £150 per person
Pub Treks
- 2.5 Hours Pub Trek: £70 per perso
- 3 Hours Pub Trek (May–September): £90 per perso
- 4 Hours Pub Trek (May–September): £100 per perso
Private Treks / Lesson: One-to-One Confidence Building Trek / Private Trek / Private Lesson: £75 per hour per person
Sunset Treks
- 1 Hour: £50 per person
- 1.5 Hours: £60 per person
- 2 Hours: £70 per person
Night Treks: 1 Hour: £50 per person

Pricing URL: https://www.derbyshire-pony-trekking.co.uk/prices-services/

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Offer Birthday Parties: No

Opening hours: For the Pony Trekking open for business between the following times 7 days a week:
Summer:
- Mon - Fri: 8am - 7pm
- Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm
Winter:
- Mon - Fri: 8am - 5pm
- Sat & Sun: 8am - 5pm

Address: Derbyshire Pony Trekking, Scarcliffe Lanes, Upper Langwith, Mansfield, UK

Post Code: NG20 9RH

Council: Bolsover

County: Derbyshire

Just use the post code NG20 9RH in your Sat Nav. It will bring you to a sharp corner, we are just below the corner.
Car parking available, please pull off the road up to our wooden gate which is directly opposite our black and white sign and we will be on hand to open the gate for you.
The nearest train stations to us are Langwith-Whaley Thorns and Shirebrook, please note you would have approximately a 25 minute walk to get to us from either of these train stations and there are no taxis waiting at the stations. If wanting a taxi from the station it is always advisable to prebook one.
If wanting a taxi from the station it is always advisable to prebook one. ACE ABC Taxis are a local company which can be contacted on 01623 654321