Things to do in Dorset: Horse Riding in Dorset

There are many bridleways and routes throughout Dorset, plenty of choice for short hacks or full days out. Routes such as the Wessex Ridgeway, the Castleman Trailway and North Dorset Trailway all have extensive sections for horses. There are also some good areas of open land where you can gallop away your cares.

There are of course many places where you can go for a riding lesson such as:

Lulworth Equestrian Centre (www.lulworthequestriancentre.com), on the South Coast between Weymouth and Swanage.

Studlands Trekking Centre (www.studlandstables.com), located minutes from Swanage in the charming village of Studland

Bidlake Riding Stables (bidlakestables.co.uk) in the Marshwood Vale, just three miles outside the historic town of Bridport.

More information on horse riding and equestrian facilities in Dorset can be found on the LocalRiding website (www.localriding.com)