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Whether you're a seasoned rider or a beginner, our expert instructors ensure a safe and enjoyable journey. Discover the thrill of horseback riding amid picturesque landscapes.

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The only Riding Centre that rides onto the Brecon Beacons

Ride your horse or pony into the heart of the National Park  following the trail of the Welsh Mountain Ponies.

Cantref Riding Centre is the only Pony Trekking Centre licensed to trek on the Brecon Beacons. The Brecon Beacons Welsh Pony Trails will take you into the heart of the Brecon Beacons where you will be able to marvel at the beauty of the mountain scenery.

Your experienced guide will take you off the beaten track to enjoy remote parts of the Brecon Beacons where you will picnic by a bubbling mountain stream or shady woodland clearing and get a bird’s eye view of the valley below.

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The ride

A lunch break is included on the ride. Lunches can be purchased from our cafe or you are more than welcome to bring your own along. Lunch and drinks are carried in saddle bags that will be provided.

For the more experienced  horse rider there will be opportunites to go for a canter once on the mountains (dependant on weather and ground condtions).

All horse riders will receive basic instruction before leaving and our friendly and experienced guide will ensure that an enjoyable time is had by all.

The horse ride is approx 5 hours and includes a demonstration and instruction prior to departure and a lunch break.

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Important information

This ride starts at 10:30am and arrives back at approximately 3.30pm.

 

Minimum age: 11 years

Weight limit: 15 stone

 

Welsh Pony Trail Terms and Conditions

What you'll need to bring

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