Facilities - Bursted Manor Riding Centre

Bursted Manor provides a large number of facilities for our riders and horses.

For Riders

Hacking

We have access to acres of beautiful forestry, bridleways and stewardship fields. Every effort is made to match rider and horse together. Group hacks are graded so that riders of similar ability ride together. New riders with little experience may be asked to ride on a one to one with the escort to assess their ability before joining a group hack. For riders who enjoy going at their own pace, private hacks can be arranged. Hacks are one and two hours in duration. More more information, please see our Hacking page.

Trekking

Trekking is riding for a longer period of time at a slower pace meandering through the countryside stopping for refreshment at a pub or shop if you wish. Ideal preparation for a trekking holiday or just to wind down and relax. More more information, please see our Trekking page

Whats the difference?

Hacking and Trekking are similar, they have achieve different goals for the rider. Hacking is generally intended for intermediate to advanced riders, and can cover varied terrain, whereas trekking follows simple routes and is intended be a pleasurable ride at any level.

All weather indoor school

20 x 40m floodlit indoor arena with a rubber surface offers a suitable environment for horse and rider training. Cool in hot weather and protected from wind and rain in inclement weather, the horses are able to perform when outside ground is either too hard or wet and therefore riding can continue all year round. Lighting provides after dark riding.

Outdoor Arena/School

20 x 60m outdoor arena with rubber surface offers a larger space for horse/rider training and a more natural environment with lovely views across Pett Bottom valley.

Viewing Gallery / Class Room

Enclosed and heated spectators gallery and classroom offers spectators the ability to view rider/horse training from a comfortable situation with a view of the whole arena via a full width toughened glass window. The classroom area provides teaching facilities for Pony Club/students and is available for hire for clinics, lectures, parties etc.