Welcome to
Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre
Horse Riding in North Northumberland
Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre
We are open as normal!
5 star rated Council licenced Riding Centre
(Licence number: NAL/2)
and BHS Approved Centre
Welcome to Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre — a place where a love of horses, the outdoors, and learning come together.
Nestled in the Northumberland countryside, set on the 1750 acre family farm.
Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre offers a friendly and welcoming environment for riders of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re stepping into the saddle for the very first time or looking to develop your skills further, our experienced BHS Qualified team is here to support you every step of the way.
At Swinhoe Farm RC, we believe riding is more than just a sport — it’s a connection. Our well-cared-for horses and ponies are at the heart of everything we do, helping riders build confidence, trust, and lasting memories. From relaxed beginner lessons to advanced riders with more structured training, each session is tailored to suit individual needs in a safe and encouraging setting.
We pride ourselves on creating a community where everyone feels at home. Families, children, and adults alike can enjoy the peaceful surroundings, fresh air, and the unique joy that comes from spending time with horses.
Come and experience the charm of Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre — where every ride is the start of something special.
MOST POPLAR SESSIONS
Lessons, Clubs and Hacks
Please note:
We provide riding hats for only £3, and for safety we use toe stoppers on the stirrups, so there is no need to purchase any specialist equipment to get started.
Our weight limit is 14 stone and for our hacks all riders MUST be able to Canter.
We do not do any BEACH Rides!
Saturday Morning
Pony Stars
For Children, we have all our lead rein and beginner sessions on Saturday Mornings with our Pony Stars club, which is suitable for children 4 years old and upwards. We have qualified leaders to help assist the lessons, riding hats and we use toe stoppers on the stirrups for safety, so there is no need to rush out and purchase any equipment, to begin with. There are only 12 Spaces per session (split into 2 groups e.g. groups of 6). Group times are;
9am-10.15am
11.50am-1.05pm.
11.50am-1.05pm
12.30pm-1.45pm.
Pony Stars membership is £40 for the year, although children dont need to be members to attend sessions.
As part of the membership programme, children receive their Pony Stars 'My Challenge Book' to record their achievements, along with a Pony Stars drawstring bag. As they work through the various challenges, they can earn stickers, badges, and rosettes, helping to keep them engaged and motivated.
Members also receive a £4 discount on every Pony Stars Day or Morning held during the school holidays on Monday and Wednesdays.
Adult Lessons
Adult Riding Club sessions on Tuesday and Thursday mornings 10am-11.30am- £45pp, which are suitable for riders looking to improve their confidence, develop their riding skills, and enjoy riding in a friendly and supportive environment.
Sessions take place in our purpose-built indoor arena and cover a variety of topics, including flatwork, polework, jumping, riding position, and horse care. Riders are grouped according to ability where possible.
1 hour
Woodland Rides
For our Woodland Ride, all riders must be able to canter confidently and in control for safety and insurance purposes. Before going out on a hack, all riders who have not ridden with us before or within 6 months are required to complete a 15-minute assessment lesson.
The Woodland Ride lasts approximately 1 hour and costs £60 per person (including the assessment lesson).
The ride takes in beautiful views of Holy Island, Bamburgh, and the coastline.
St.Cuthberts Cave Ride
2 hours 15 minutes
For our St Cuthbert's Cave Ride, all riders must be able to canter confidently and in control for safety and insurance purposes. Before going out on a hack, all riders who have not ridden with us before or within 6 months are required to complete a 15-minute assessment lesson.
The St Cuthbert's Cave Ride lasts approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and costs £140 per person, including the assessment lesson. The ride takes you to the dramatic sandstone cave and offers spectacular views towards the Cheviot Hills, making it a fantastic experience for confident riders.
Lessons
Learn to Ride
OUR STAFF ARE ALL BHS QUALIFIED
Claire Nixon BHSI, UKCC Level 4 Coach
Partner
Millie Heston
BHS Stage 2 Coach in Complete Horsemanship
Lauren Prior
BHS Stage 2 Foundation Groom
Freelance coach
Jennie Reed
BHS Stage 3 Dressage Coach
OUR TEAM
Meet a few of Our Awesome Team
Did you know we have 22 horses and ponies. From 12'2hh-16'1hh.
Screwball
Silver
Guiness
Billy
What's on
TEENAGE RIDING HOLIDAY
June Availability
Hacks for riders who can Canter.
Summer Holidays 2026
Wednesday summer holidays- suitable for complete beginners
Schedule -
THURSDAY Mornings
10:00 am -
11:30 pm
Adult Riding Club
Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre, NE70 7LJ
MEMBERSHIP £40 for the Year!
As part of the membership programme, children receive their Pony Stars 'My Challenge Book' to record their achievements, along with a Pony Stars drawstring bag. As they work through the various challenges, they can earn stickers, badges, and rosettes, helping to keep them engaged and motivated.
SFRC
Saturday mornings 1 hour 15 mins £38
Group times:
9am-10.15am
11.50am-1.05pm.
11.50am-1.05pm
12.30pm-1.45pm
Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre
Testimonials
5 Star Reviews
RIDER DEVELOPMENT DAY
5*
We took our twelve year old this morning and he got an excellent lesson, brushing up his riding technique and even learning a bit of jumping! Thank you Claire and all the stables team!
Stella Hall
PONY STARS
Amazing indoor arena. Claire is a fantastic coach/instructor and is so patient yet encouraging with my daughter during her lessons. The staff team are all fab too. Very professional. Highly recommend.
SHELLEY T
5 *
Thank you very much for the hack to St Cuthbert’s Cave on Tuesday. It was wonderful, everything I had ever dreamt of when I took up riding again. I enjoyed it enormously. Well-behaved horses, beautiful countryside, a well organised hack and lots of cantering - what more can anyone want! I thought I knew that countryside as I have walked there, but the views we had on the hack were the best I’ve ever seen up there. On top of everything, I feel very safe riding with you because everything is so well organised and you are very aware of safety issues.
HEATHER D
Fantastic riding school, Claire & team are warm, welcoming and all round lovely!
I have done the Coastal Woodland Hack & St Cuthbert's cave and it was incredible
the views on the St Cuthbert's hack are absolutely stunning and plenty of opportunities for canter
The horses are very well cared for and chosen appropriately for the rider
Thanks all can't wait to come back.
NIKKI HAWKES
Address
Address
Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre,
Belford,
Northumberland,
NE70 7LJ
Get In Touch
Assistance Hours
Mon – Sat 9:00am – 6:00pm
Sunday – CLOSED
Phone Number:
07762773559
📍 Directions to Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre (NE70 7LJ)
From the South:
Turn left off the A1 for Belford. Go through Belford Village and up the North Bank. Follow this road for approximately 1¼ miles. Go past the bus stop at Middleton and take the second turning on the left at Swinhoe Road End (signposted in the field).
Follow this road for approximately 1¼ miles. Do not turn off anywhere. Once you arrive at the farm, you will see the cottages on your left-hand side. Follow the road around to the left and continue straight for approximately 100 yards. Parking is outside the Indoor Arena.
Please note: If you miss Swinhoe Road End, you will come to Detchant Road End and re-join the A1.
From the North:
Turn right off the A1 at Detchant and Middleton. Take the second turning on the right for Swinhoe (signposted in the field).
Follow this road for approximately 1¼ miles. Do not turn off anywhere. Once you arrive at the farm, you will see the cottages on your left-hand side. Follow the road around to the left and continue straight for approximately 100 yards. Parking is outside the Indoor Arena.
Please note: If you miss Swinhoe Road End, you will come to Middleton and then Belford Village.
Postcode: NE70 7LJ
When you arrive, go past the old outdoor arena and head around to the right towards the Indoor Arena. Please enter through the side door on the right-hand side of the arena.
Swinhoe Farm Riding Centre,
Belford,
Northumberland,
NE70 7LJ
Call 07762773559
Site: www.swinhoefarmridingcentre.co.uk
