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Horse riding stables and trekking in Co. Cork, Ireland
ALLIHIES RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
Allihies, Castletownbere, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
027-70340. |
Fax |
027-70340. |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
5/3. |
Boxes |
14. |
Acerage |
52. |
Cross Country |
Approximately six miles, over mountain terrain. |
Trekking Facilities |
Trekking through beach and Allihies copper mines. |
Special Features |
Beautiful unspoilt scenery. Weekend riding and accommodation off-season at very keen rates. |
Changing Facilities |
toilets, shower and changing room. |
Accommodation |
Nine self-catering, new holiday cottages with all mod cons at very reasonable rates |
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BALLINDENISK EQUESTRIAN PARK |
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Address |
Ballindenisk, Watergrasshill, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-889106. |
Fax |
021-889323. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
Kathryn Fell |
Michael Herbert FBHS (visiting). |
Danielle Bremmer |
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Horses/Ponies |
6/10. |
Boxes |
25. |
Acerage |
250. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 60m x 30m. |
Cross Country |
Beginner to open advanced event track. |
Trekking Facilities |
Farmland and country roads. |
Liveries |
Available; by arrangement. |
Hunting |
United Foxhounds, Duhallow Foxhounds, South Union Foxhounds, Muskerry Foxhounds, West Carbery Foxhounds., |
Foreign Languages |
French and German. |
Special Features |
A variety of both domestic and farm animals in their natural habitats; Sarsfield Court Hospital RDAI. |
Catering Facilities |
Yes. |
Accommodation |
Both available. |
Alternative uses |
National and international horse competitions; point-to-point; private functions. |
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BALLYBRACK RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
Ballybrack, Glenville, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
087-2519405. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
Katrina O'Donoghue |
James O'Donoghue |
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Horses/Ponies |
5/7. |
Boxes |
10. |
Acerage |
30. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 72m. x 25m; outdoor, 72m. x 25m. (grass). |
Liveries |
Liveries available; details on request. |
Hunting |
United Foxhounds., |
Students For |
BHS and Pony Club examinations. |
Special Features |
Specialised instruction in dressage and eventing, horses broken, breeding and producing horses for all types of equestrian activities. Can hold full-size dressage competitions. Used by pony and riding clubs. |
Accommodation |
Changing facilities available. |
Approved by |
AIRE, |
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BALLYBURDEN RIDING SCHOOL |
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Address |
Inniscarra, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
087-2679135. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
6/10. |
Boxes |
20. |
Acerage |
80. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 30m. x 40m.; 30m. x 60m. |
Cross Country |
Thirty fences. |
Trekking Facilities |
Magnificent views over three counties and Cork city; use of 80 acres of forestry for hacking and trekking. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Hunting |
Dripsey Harriers, Muskerry Foxhounds, transport available., |
Students For |
BHS examinations, stage I, II and III. |
Foreign Languages |
French and German. |
Catering Facilities |
If required. |
Accommodation |
Can be arranged. |
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BALLYKENLY STUD AND EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Glanworth, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
025-38417/087-9879792. |
Fax |
025-38417. |
Owner |
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Horses/Ponies |
4/3. |
Boxes |
12. |
Acerage |
102. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 160' x 100'. |
Cross Country |
Twenty-eight fences, natural banks, drains and poles renewed this past year, over a one and a half mile course. |
Trekking Facilities |
Quiet roads around farm, across farms. |
Liveries |
Full livery available for up to 10 horses/ponies. |
Hunting |
Avondhu Foxhounds, Duhallow Foxhounds., |
Special Features |
Foaling of mares and sales preparation; hire of facilities to clubs and individuals. |
Changing Facilities |
Toilets. |
Alternative uses |
Hunter trials twice annually; local Pony Club camp. |
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BALLYSPILLANE STABLES |
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Address |
Ballyspillance, Midleton, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4668013. |
Fax |
021-4668013. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Horses/Ponies |
5/7. |
Boxes |
12. |
Acerage |
80. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor 120ft x 60ft and 50ft x 50ft; Outdoor 60ft x 130ft. |
Trekking Facilities |
Quiet country roads, countryside and glen. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Hunting |
United Foxhounds. Transport available., |
Foreign Languages |
German and Dutch. |
Special Features |
All-weather gallop; wide range of fences; full set of show jumps. |
Alternative uses |
Racehorses trained and broodmares. Active farm with rare breed of cattle. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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BALLYWILLIAM RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
Ballywilliam, Cobh, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4811932/086-1966127. |
Fax |
021-4811908. |
Web |
www.cork-guide.ie/cobh.htm |
Owner |
Teresa McCarthy |
Ballywilliam Riding Centre, Ballywilliam, Cobh, Co. Cork. |
Tel: 021-4811932/086-1966127. |
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Chief instructor |
Teresa McCarthy |
Ballywilliam Riding Centre, Ballywilliam, Cobh, Co. Cork. |
Tel: 021-4811932/086-8752489 |
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Horses/Ponies |
4/8. |
Boxes |
14. |
Acerage |
12. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor. |
Trekking Facilities |
Beach and forestry rides; excellent views and tracks. |
Liveries |
Yes; full and shared livery. |
Special Features |
Ballywilliam is a family-run establishment catering for children and adults; everyone welcome to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of historical Cobh. |
Accommodation |
B&B directly across the road; changing facilities available. |
Approved by |
AIRE, |
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BANTRY HORSE RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
Coomanore South, Bantry, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
027-51412. |
Fax |
027-51412. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Web |
www.bantryhorseriding.com |
Owner |
Heinz and Charlotte Wehrli |
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Manager |
Heinz and Charlotte Wehrli |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
10/5. |
Boxes |
20. |
Acerage |
260. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 30m. x 60m.; indoor, 20m. x 40m. |
Cross Country |
Big variety of cross-country fences on 20 acres of good grass. |
Trekking Facilities |
Mountains, hacks on roads, farm walks on 500 acres, from a one hour hack to a full day trip. |
Liveries |
In stables or on grass (Summer). |
Hunting |
West Carbery Foxhounds, Carbery Foxhounds., |
Students For |
Working pupils taken; all the work around the horses in exchange for lessons, keep, accommodation etc. |
Foreign Languages |
German, French and Italian. |
Special Features |
Breaking of young horses; training for eventing and show jumping; horses ridden in competition; training of riders and their own horses; packages for groups (from two to 12 persons). |
Changing Facilities |
shower, changing room, toilets available. |
Accommodation |
Two self-catering apartments |
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BEECH PARK RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
Rathcormac, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
025-36277. |
Owner |
Mr and Mrs William Hornibrook |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
5/6. |
Boxes |
9. |
Acerage |
15. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 25m. x 60m. |
Cross Country |
Selection of banks, logs and natural jumps (20). |
Trekking Facilities |
Quiet country roads and forestry tracks. |
Liveries |
£40 per week; no grass livery available. |
Hunting |
United Foxhounds, Avondhu Foxhounds., |
Foreign Languages |
French. |
Special Features |
Specialising in residential riding holidays for young people during Easter and Summer holidays. |
Changing Facilities |
changing and catering facilities available. |
Accommodation |
Accommodation for up to 16 on summer riding holidays |
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BLARNEY RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
The Paddock, Killowen, Blarney, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4385854. |
Fax |
021-4385854. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
Angela and Colette O'Sullivan |
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Horses/Ponies |
8/10. |
Boxes |
30. |
Acerage |
25. |
Arena(s) |
65m x 35m. |
Trekking Facilities |
Forestry, roads and tracks, fields, etc. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Hunting |
Dripsey Harriers, Muskerry Foxhounds., |
Foreign Languages |
French. |
Special Features |
Horses and riders prepared for all competitions, dressage a speciality; clinics regularly. |
Accommodation |
Changing rooms, toilet and washing facilities, accommodation also available. |
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CASTLEWHITE RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
The Viaduct, Waterfall, nr. Cork, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4870684/087-2747053. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
Kay Fitton |
Fiona Coughlan |
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Horses/Ponies |
5/5. |
Boxes |
12. |
Acerage |
10. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor and outdoor. |
Cross Country |
Novice. |
Trekking Facilities |
Lanes and by-roads. |
Liveries |
Limited number of liveries available. |
Special Features |
Earl's Well Riding Club; confined shows; disabled riders welcome (battery operated wheelchair hoist available). |
Changing Facilities |
changing facilities available on site. |
Catering Facilities |
Tea room. |
Accommodation |
Accommodation can be arranged locally |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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CHURCHTOWN RIDING SCHOOL |
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Address |
Carrigeen, Churchtown, Mallow, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
022-48417. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
4/8. |
Boxes |
8. |
Acerage |
48. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 30m. x 60m., all-weather. |
Cross Country |
Banks and schooling fences. |
Liveries |
Available, grass and full. |
Hunting |
Duhallow Foxhounds., |
Students For |
BHS, Pony Club and Riding Club examinations. |
Special Features |
Personal supervision at all times; pony camps during summer holidays; ``Duhallow Riders'' Special Olympics Club; North Cork RDAI. |
Changing Facilities |
Available. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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CLONAKILTY EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
The Retreat, Clonakilty, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
023-33533 |
Fax |
023-35012. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Web |
www.clonequestrian.com |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
6/8. |
Boxes |
20. |
Acerage |
20. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 20m. x 40m., 25m. x 45m.; indoor, 20m. x 40m. |
Trekking Facilities |
Beautiful scenic road and beach treks. |
Liveries |
Available; full, half and grass liveries. |
Hunting |
Can be arranged., |
Students For |
Intensive jumping courses. |
Foreign Languages |
Italian. |
Special Features |
Disabled riders welcome. |
Catering Facilities |
Hots and cold beverages available. |
Accommodation |
Accommodation and changing facilities available. |
Alternative uses |
Demonstrations and seminars; available for hire for loose schooling etc; Pony Club; Riding Club. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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COOLCORRON EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Coolcorron, Belgooly, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4771304/086-2525322 |
Fax |
021-4771304. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Web |
www.coolcorron.com |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Chief instructor |
Robert J. Splaine (international show jumping rider). |
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Horses/Ponies |
20/5. |
Boxes |
20. |
Acerage |
50. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 70' x 180'; outdoor, 180' x 150'. |
Cross Country |
Ditches, drains, banks, streams, etc. |
Trekking Facilities |
Fields and woods. |
Liveries |
Available; full, training up to international level. |
Foreign Languages |
French. |
Special Features |
Show jumping events are held at the centre during January, February and March; stands international show jumping stallion Coolcorron Cool Diamond; assessment of equine semen. |
Changing Facilities |
changing facilities available. |
Catering Facilities |
Available. |
Accommodation |
Full and self-catering accommodation provided on site |
Alternative uses |
EU approved equine semen collection centre licenced to process, freeze and export same. |
Approved by |
Department of Agriculture, AIRE |
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DUNBOY RIDING STABLES |
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Address |
Dunboy Castle, Castletownbere, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
027-70044/087-2267492. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
Eamonn Harrington BHSPTC. |
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Horses/Ponies |
6/10. |
Boxes |
9. |
Acerage |
50. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 20m. x 40m. |
Trekking Facilities |
Woodland, bye-roads, farmland, mountain trekking - one-hour, two-hour and day rides. |
Liveries |
Three available; Euro50 per week full. |
Students For |
Summer months (June - September). |
Foreign Languages |
Dutch. |
Special Features |
Situated in old orchard next to Dunboy Castle and Puxley's Castle in a unique surrounding of breathtaking scenery; caters for groups of up to eight at one time. |
Accommodation |
Can be arranged locally. |
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EDEN HILL RIDING FARM |
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Address |
Eden Hill, Navigation Road, Mallow, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
022-21143 |
Fax |
022-21576. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
William and Martha O'Callaghan |
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Chief instructor |
William O'Callaghan BHSAI. |
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Horses/Ponies |
4/8. |
Boxes |
10. |
Acerage |
150. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 25m. x 40m; indoor 25m. x 40m. |
Cross Country |
Spread over 50 acres, jumping for beginners to advanced standard. |
Trekking Facilities |
Country roads and farm trekking. |
Liveries |
Yes; charges on application. |
Hunting |
Duhallow Foxhounds, other nearby hunts., |
Foreign Languages |
French. |
Special Features |
Provides language and equestrian holidays for youth groups; adjacent to Cork racecourse. |
Changing Facilities |
changing facilities available. |
Accommodation |
Self-catering and residential. |
Approved by |
AIRE Department of Education, |
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FERMOY EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Knock, Fermoy, Co Cork. |
Telephone |
025-36937/087-2941043. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
2/12. |
Boxes |
14. |
Acerage |
10. |
Arena(s) |
Two outdoor: 130 x 70 silica sand; 80 x 40 woodchip. |
Cross Country |
Small cross-country course. |
Liveries |
Full and DIY. |
Hunting |
With local hunts., |
Special Features |
Family run centre specialising in producing top show ponies and one-to-one lessons. |
Accommodation |
Available locally. |
Alternative uses |
Avondhu Pony Club. |
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FOLLYFOOT RIDING FARM |
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Address |
Shanbally, Riverstick, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4771324. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
4/4. |
Boxes |
6. |
Acerage |
120. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 20m. x 40m. |
Trekking Facilities |
One hundred and twenty acres of scenic land, woodland, quiet roads. |
Liveries |
A limited number of liveries are available; rates on request. |
Hunting |
Killeady Harriers, South Union Foxhounds, by arrangement., |
Special Features |
Located close to scenic Kinsale, working farm, range of activites available in the area. |
Accommodation |
Available locally in Kinsale. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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GLEN-AIRE STABLES |
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Address |
Lavally, Mallow, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
022-42274/087-2280747. |
Fax |
022-42274. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
3/14. |
Boxes |
20. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor 46m x 20m plus 2 barns, Outdoor 50m x 25m. |
Cross Country |
Under construction. |
Trekking Facilities |
Country roads and forestry tracks. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Hunting |
Duhallow Foxhounds, Avondhu Foxhounds. Transport available., |
Foreign Languages |
French. |
Special Features |
Special showjumping training available. |
Catering Facilities |
Vending machines for drinks and snacks. |
Accommodation |
A number of local B&B's available within 1-1.5km. Changing facilities available. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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GREYBROOK RIDING SCHOOL LTD |
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Address |
Old Abbey, Waterfall, nr. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-885858. |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
8/8. |
Boxes |
30. |
Acerage |
40. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 40m. x 20m.; outdoor, 200' x 100'. |
Cross Country |
Newly constructed course for clients' use. |
Trekking Facilities |
Own farmland and woodland rides. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Foreign Languages |
Spanish and French. |
Changing Facilities |
Yes. |
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HITCHMOUGH'S RIDING SCHOOL |
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Address |
Highland Lodge, Monkstown, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4371267. |
Fax |
021-4374842. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Chief instructor |
Sue Rynell |
Liz Rice |
Ashling Sweeney |
Jean Gill |
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Horses/Ponies |
20/ |
Boxes |
30. |
Acerage |
80. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 90m. x 20m., outdoor, 200m. x 100m. |
Cross Country |
Riding Club and Pony Club level. |
Trekking Facilities |
Farmland for one hour. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Hunting |
South Union Foxhounds, Killeady Harriers., |
Students For |
BHS and Pony Club examinations. |
Foreign Languages |
Italian. |
Special Features |
ABODE and RDAI groups; changing facilities. |
Changing Facilities |
changing facilities. |
Catering Facilities |
Yes. |
Accommodation |
Local accommodation. |
Alternative uses |
Pupils from Scoil Stiofain Naofa for six-month courses. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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HOP ISLAND EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Rochestown, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4361277/087-4173770. |
Fax |
021-4361277. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Web |
www.hopisland.com |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
10/8. |
Boxes |
18. |
Acerage |
53. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 14,000 sq ft.; outdoor, 10,000 sq ft. |
Cross Country |
Limited; banks and fly fences. |
Trekking Facilities |
Farmland and woodland. |
Liveries |
Full Euro100 per week, half Euro60 per week. |
Hunting |
With local packs., |
Students For |
BHSAI examinations. |
Foreign Languages |
French and Spanish. |
Special Features |
Beach rides; arena hire; showjumping competitions. |
Changing Facilities |
Toilets. |
Accommodation |
Toilets and changing facilities available. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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INNISHANNON HORSE CENTRE |
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Address |
Innishannon, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4775515. |
Fax |
021-4775515. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
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Horses/Ponies |
/ |
Boxes |
10. |
Acerage |
32. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor all-weather arena. |
Trekking Facilities |
Country roads for hacking. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Hunting |
Carbery Foxhounds, South Union Foxhounds, Muskerry Foxhounds., |
Special Features |
Personal attention in small yard with top class purpose built facilities; 20 minutes Cork city; changing facilities. |
Changing Facilities |
Available. |
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KINGSTON'S RIDING SCHOOL |
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Address |
Kilgarriffe, Clonakilty, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
023-33793. |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
6/10. |
Boxes |
30. |
Acerage |
75. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 130 x 60; outdoor, 150 x 80. |
Cross Country |
Fifteen fences. |
Trekking Facilities |
Roads and tracks. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Special Features |
Pony camps in July and August; disabled riders welcome. |
Changing Facilities |
changing facilities are provided. |
Accommodation |
Can be arranged locally in B&B or hotel |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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LINERVIEW EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Linerview, Hornhill, Lissarda, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-7336000/086-8557744. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Web |
www.aire.ie |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
3/7. |
Boxes |
10. |
Acerage |
7. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 50ft. x 90ft; outdoor, grass menage 40m. x 20m. |
Trekking Facilities |
Trekking through scenic farmland pathways, quiet country roads to nearby forest and river. |
Liveries |
Full, private or working liveries available. |
Hunting |
Muskerry Foxhounds, Carbery Foxhounds., |
Students For |
AIRE test centre; students can take progressive tests 1 to 10. |
Special Features |
Summer camps run for children for three weeks in July; new lecture room for stable management; AIRE test and certificate centre. |
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LISS LARA STABLES |
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Address |
Tir Na Hilan, Castletownbere, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
027-70108/086-3166805. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Web |
www.tirnahilan.com |
Owner |
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Horses/Ponies |
2/2. |
Boxes |
6. |
Acerage |
47. |
Cross Country |
Yes. |
Trekking Facilities |
Yes. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Special Features |
Changing facilities. |
Changing Facilities |
changing room attached to stables, showers and toilets. |
Catering Facilities |
Yes. |
Accommodation |
Two self-catering cottages. |
Approved by |
ITB |
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MALLOW EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Milfort House, Newberry, Mallow, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
022-42245. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
4/5. |
Boxes |
10. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor. |
Cross Country |
Available. |
Trekking Facilities |
Yes. |
Liveries |
Yes; details on request. |
Hunting |
Duhallow Foxhounds., |
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MEADESTOWN STABLES |
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Address |
Forrest Road, Carrigaline, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4888580/086-3261854. |
Owner |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
15/5. |
Boxes |
13. |
Acerage |
33. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 40ft. x 120ft.; floodlit. |
Trekking Facilities |
Through scenic countryside, woodlands and forestry, also several old boreens. |
Liveries |
Liveries available. |
Hunting |
South Union Foxhounds, transport available., |
Accommodation |
Changing facilities available. |
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MONATREA EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Kinsalebeg, Youghal, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
024-94214/94550 |
Fax |
024-94214. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
Mr and Mrs D.J. Griffith |
Mrs M. Roch-Perks |
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Manager |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
10/10. |
Boxes |
17. |
Acerage |
40. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 60m. x 20m. (all-weather, woodchip), 40m. x 20m. (grass). |
Cross Country |
Thirty-six fences, IHTS novice, Riding Club mini, midi, maxi; all standards; beach, woodland, farmland, access to approximately 1,000 acres, all equipment provided. |
Liveries |
Nine livery places available full, half, DIY and grass; horses and ponies for breaking and sales preparation. |
Hunting |
Waterford Foxhounds, West Waterford Foxhounds, Dungarvan Harriers, United Foxhounds (transport available)., |
Students For |
BHS examinations, Riding Club and Pony Club tests. |
Foreign Languages |
French and some Spanish. |
Special Features |
Training courses and private tuition; Pony Club and Riding Club events; IHTS event course; established over 30 years; disabled riders welcome. |
Changing Facilities |
rooms for students and children on residential courses; full changing facilities, toilets, etc available. |
Accommodation |
Flat for residential riding holidays; full changing facilities, toilets, etc available. |
Alternative uses |
Caravan club. |
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OTT'S EQUESTRIAN |
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Address |
Clonmeen, Banteer, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
029-56090. |
Fax |
029-56090. |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Horses/Ponies |
2/2. |
Boxes |
6. |
Acerage |
15. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 20m. x 60m. |
Cross Country |
Variety of fences suitable for training. |
Trekking Facilities |
Fields, forestry, mountains and bogland. |
Liveries |
Yes; training and breaking. |
Hunting |
Duhallow Foxhounds, Muskerry Foxhounds, apply to field Masters., |
Foreign Languages |
German. |
Special Features |
Very private setting on River Blackwater; excellent tuition; own horse welcome; golfing, walking, cycling and fishing for salmon and trout available; situated just eight miles from Cork racecourse and 10 miles from Millstreet. |
Changing Facilities |
changing facilities available. |
Catering Facilities |
Yes. |
Accommodation |
Self-contained apartment which sleeps four with two separate bedrooms. |
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REDBARN HORSE RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
Redbarn, Clonard East, Youghal, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
024-91270. |
Owner |
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Horses/Ponies |
6/ |
Boxes |
9. |
Acerage |
17. |
Arena(s) |
Two. |
Trekking Facilities |
Beach. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Special Features |
The centre is located next to Youhal's five mile Blue flag beach. |
Accommodation |
Quality Hotel - two minutes walk for the centre. |
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RIVERSTICK EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Mountain Birch, Glenny, Riverstick, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4771604/086-8333800. |
Fax |
021-4771604. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Web |
www.riverstickstables.com |
Owner |
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Manager |
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Horses/Ponies |
10/10. |
Boxes |
15. |
Acerage |
150. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor 30m. x 60m. |
Cross Country |
Full range of fences. |
Trekking Facilities |
Farm and forest trails, hourly, daily or weekly. |
Liveries |
Full hunter liveries available, rates on request. |
Hunting |
South Union, Kileedy Hunt Club, transport available., |
Special Features |
Located near Kinsale; golfing and fishing holidays arranged; family run; toilets and changing facilities. |
Catering Facilities |
Yes |
Accommodation |
Fernhill golf and country club. |
Alternative uses |
Beautiful counrtyside for walking. |
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ROSSCARBERY RIDING CENTRE |
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Address |
Burgatia, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
023-48232. |
Owner |
|
Manager |
|
Chief instructor |
|
Horses/Ponies |
6/6. |
Boxes |
15. |
Acerage |
45. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 45 x 40. |
Trekking Facilities |
Forestry, woodlands, beach. |
Liveries |
Yes; details on request. |
Hunting |
Carbery Foxhounds, West Carbery Foxhounds., |
Catering Facilities |
Available. |
Accommodation |
Both available. |
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AIRE |
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ROWRYGLEN HORSE AND PONY TREKKING |
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Address |
Dunmore, Rowryglen, Roscarbery, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
028-33438. |
Owner |
Brendan and Bernie O'Regan |
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Chief instructor |
Brendan and Bernie O'Regan |
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Horses/Ponies |
6/4. |
Boxes |
4. |
Trekking Facilities |
Five miles on public roadways, two miles of this being grass track. |
Special Features |
Lunches available on trekking days; one week trekking holidays available. |
Changing Facilities |
shower, toilets and changing room available. |
Accommodation |
From Easter onwards B&B facilities with evening meals available |
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SKEVANISH EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Skevanish, Innishannon, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
021-4775476. |
Owner |
Frank and Gillian O'Sullivan |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
10/10. |
Boxes |
20. |
Acerage |
78. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 20m. x 40m.; outdoor, 25m. x 60m. |
Cross Country |
Fifty fences including IHTS course. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Students For |
BHS examinations, Riding Club and Pony Club tests; dressage and eventing. |
Special Features |
Riding club, affiliated to AIRC; established 23 years; regular competitions held; BASC Group RDAI. |
Changing Facilities |
changing facilities available. |
Accommodation |
Accommodation available at local hotel and farm guesthouses |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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SPRINGFIELD STABLES EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Cloughmacsimon, Bandon, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
023-41228/086-8525795. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
|
Horses/Ponies |
5/5. |
Boxes |
12. |
Acerage |
16. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor 47m. x 53m. |
Trekking Facilities |
Available on request. |
Liveries |
Yes. |
Hunting |
Can be arranged., |
Special Features |
Disabled riders welcome; changing facilities. |
Accommodation |
Local B&B's and Hotel. |
Alternative uses |
Available to pony club and riding clubs. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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TULLINEASKEY EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Tullineaskey, Clonakilty, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
023-33413. |
Owner |
|
Manager |
|
Chief instructor |
|
Horses/Ponies |
5/10. |
Boxes |
15. |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 160' x 70'; outdoor, loose lungeing all-weather grass manege. |
Trekking Facilities |
Situated close to beach and woodland trails; trekking by arrangement. |
Liveries |
Yes; full, half and DIY. |
Hunting |
Carbery Foxhounds, West Carbery Foxhounds., |
Students For |
Pony Club examinations, road safety, etc. |
Changing Facilities |
toilets and showers available. |
Accommodation |
Accommodation available in nearby hotels and B&Bs |
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VALLEY VIEW EQUESTRIAN CENTRE |
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Address |
Gooseberry Hill, Meelin, Newmarket, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
029-68185. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
|
Chief instructor |
|
Horses/Ponies |
3/10. |
Boxes |
20. |
Acerage |
180. |
Arena(s) |
Outdoor, 25m. x 60m sand. |
Cross Country |
Pre-hunting training for regulars only. |
Trekking Facilities |
Through farmland, farm roadways, wood areas and quiet country roads. |
Liveries |
Stable and grass livery; full hunting livery includes transport to hunts. |
Hunting |
Duhallow Hounds, horses, ponies for hire., |
Students For |
Exam training: AIRE exams; BHS Stage I, II, III & PTT; Pony Club and Riding Club exams; FAS students taken for exam training. |
Special Features |
Show jumping competitions; horses and ponies taken for breaking, schooling and sales preparation; pony camps during July and August; horses and ponies for hire for fun rides. |
Accommodation |
Available locally. |
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AIRE |
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WEST CORK EQUINE CENTRE |
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Address |
Garryndruig, Kilbrittain, Co. Cork. |
Telephone |
023-52044/087-2717008. |
Email |
[email protected] |
Owner |
Geri McGeoghegan-Santry |
Wayne Santry |
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Manager |
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Chief instructor |
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Horses/Ponies |
5/12 |
Boxes |
30 |
Acerage |
30 (approx). |
Arena(s) |
Indoor, 25m. x 60m.; outdoor, 67m. x 34m. |
Cross Country |
Ten fences (approx 2'6" x 2'); Pony Club, midi/novice level. |
Trekking Facilities |
One and one and a half hour road treks, some woodland; also two and a half to three-hour beach rides (includes picnic). |
Liveries |
Full and grass. |
Hunting |
Carbery Foxhounds, West Carbery Foxhounds, South Union Foxhounds, Muskerry Foxhounds (all within 20km), transport available., |
Students For |
Riding Club and Pony Club examinations; BHS Stages I, and II; ICES. |
Special Features |
Fun days, show jumping and dressage shows held throughout the year; summer camps and stable management clinics also arranged; Bandon RDAI. |
Accommodation |
B&B and self-catering accommodation available close by; changing facilities with shower room (large shower with four jets) and toilets. |
Alternative uses |
Winter training facilities for local GAA and soccer clubs. |
Approved by |
AIRE |
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