Horse riding stables and trekking in Co. Cork, Ireland

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ALLIHIES RIDING CENTRE
Address	Allihies, Castletownbere, Co. Cork.
Telephone	027-70340.
Fax	027-70340.
Owner	Sheila and Ebbie Sheehan
Manager	Sheila Sheehan
Chief instructor	Sarah Gimms
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

BALLINDENISK EQUESTRIAN PARK
Address	Ballindenisk, Watergrasshill, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-889106.
Fax	021-889323.
Owner	Joyce Fell
Chief instructor	Kathryn Fell  Michael Herbert FBHS (visiting). Danielle Bremmer
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.

BALLYBRACK RIDING CENTRE
Address	Ballybrack, Glenville, Co. Cork.
Telephone	087-2519405.
Owner	Mr J. O'Donoghue
Chief instructor	Katrina O'Donoghue  James O'Donoghue
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,

BALLYBURDEN RIDING SCHOOL
Address	Inniscarra, Co. Cork.
Telephone	087-2679135.
Owner	Norma O'Riordan
Chief instructor	Norma O'Riordan BHSAI
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.

BALLYKENLY STUD AND EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Glanworth, Co. Cork.
Telephone	025-38417/087-9879792.
Fax	025-38417.
Owner	Marie and David Corbett
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.

BALLYSPILLANE STABLES
Address	Ballyspillance, Midleton, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4668013.
Fax	021-4668013.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Pat Healy  Grainne Healy
Manager	Grainne Healy
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

BALLYWILLIAM RIDING CENTRE
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.
Chief instructor	Teresa McCarthy  Ballywilliam Riding Centre, Ballywilliam, Cobh, Co. Cork. Tel: 021-4811932/086-8752489
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,

BANTRY HORSE RIDING CENTRE
Address	Coomanore South, Bantry, Co. Cork.
Telephone	027-51412.
Fax	027-51412.
Email	[email protected]
Web	www.bantryhorseriding.com
Owner	Heinz and Charlotte Wehrli
Manager	Heinz and Charlotte Wehrli
Chief instructor	Heinz Wehrli
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

BEECH PARK RIDING CENTRE
Address	Rathcormac, Co. Cork.
Telephone	025-36277.
Owner	Mr and Mrs William Hornibrook
Chief instructor	Marion Hornibrook
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

BLARNEY RIDING CENTRE
Address	The Paddock, Killowen, Blarney, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4385854.
Fax	021-4385854.
Owner	Maisie O'Sullivan
Chief instructor	Angela and Colette O'Sullivan
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.

CASTLEWHITE RIDING CENTRE
Address	The Viaduct, Waterfall, nr. Cork, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4870684/087-2747053.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Kay Fitton
Chief instructor	Kay Fitton  Fiona Coughlan
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

CHURCHTOWN RIDING SCHOOL
Address	Carrigeen, Churchtown, Mallow, Co. Cork.
Telephone	022-48417.
Owner	Neville and Norma Bourke
Chief instructor	Norma Bourke BHSII.
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

CLONAKILTY EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	The Retreat, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
Telephone	023-33533
Fax	023-35012.
Email	[email protected]
Web	www.clonequestrian.com
Owner	David O'Regan
Chief instructor	David O'Regan
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

COOLCORRON EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Coolcorron, Belgooly, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4771304/086-2525322
Fax	021-4771304.
Email	[email protected]
Web	www.coolcorron.com
Owner	Robert J. Splaine
Manager	Claire Merrick
Chief instructor	Robert J. Splaine (international show jumping rider).
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

DUNBOY RIDING STABLES
Address	Dunboy Castle, Castletownbere, Co. Cork.
Telephone	027-70044/087-2267492.
Owner	Eamonn Harrington BHSPTC
Chief instructor	Eamonn Harrington BHSPTC.
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.

EDEN HILL RIDING FARM
Address	Eden Hill, Navigation Road, Mallow, Co. Cork.
Telephone	022-21143
Fax	022-21576.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	William and Martha O'Callaghan
Chief instructor	William O'Callaghan BHSAI.
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,

FERMOY EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Knock, Fermoy, Co Cork.
Telephone	025-36937/087-2941043.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Simon and Siobhan Beirne
Chief instructor	Simon Beirne
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.

FOLLYFOOT RIDING FARM
Address	Shanbally, Riverstick, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4771324.
Owner	Mary Nyhan
Chief instructor	Mary Nyhan BHSAI. ICES.
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

GLEN-AIRE STABLES
Address	Lavally, Mallow, Co. Cork.
Telephone	022-42274/087-2280747.
Fax	022-42274.
Owner	Mr Colin Hannah
Chief instructor	Lisa Barrett BHSAI
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

GREYBROOK RIDING SCHOOL LTD
Address	Old Abbey, Waterfall, nr. Cork.
Telephone	021-885858.
Owner	Elsie Murphy
Manager	Ray Murphy
Chief instructor	Elsie Murphy
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.

HITCHMOUGH'S RIDING SCHOOL
Address	Highland Lodge, Monkstown, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4371267.
Fax	021-4374842.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Jill Twomey
Manager	Ashling Sweeney
Chief instructor	Sue Rynell  Liz Rice  Ashling Sweeney  Jean Gill
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

HOP ISLAND EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Rochestown, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4361277/087-4173770.
Fax	021-4361277.
Email	[email protected]
Web	www.hopisland.com
Owner	Liam O'Driscoll BHSAI.
Chief instructor	Liam O'Driscoll BHSAI.
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

INNISHANNON HORSE CENTRE
Address	Innishannon, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4775515.
Fax	021-4775515.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Denis and Brid Duggan
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.

KINGSTON'S RIDING SCHOOL
Address	Kilgarriffe, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
Telephone	023-33793.
Owner	Derry Kingston
Manager	Derry Kingston
Chief instructor	Theresa and Liz Kingston
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

LINERVIEW EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Linerview, Hornhill, Lissarda, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-7336000/086-8557744.
Email	[email protected]
Web	www.aire.ie
Owner	Norma Crowley
Chief instructor	Norma Crowley
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.

LISS LARA STABLES
Address	Tir Na Hilan, Castletownbere, Co. Cork.
Telephone	027-70108/086-3166805.
Email	[email protected]
Web	www.tirnahilan.com
Owner	Sean F. O'Sullivan
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

MALLOW EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Milfort House, Newberry, Mallow, Co. Cork.
Telephone	022-42245.
Owner	Dorothy and Kevin Willis
Chief instructor	Dorothy Willis
Horses/Ponies	4/5.
Boxes	10.
Arena(s)	Outdoor.
Cross Country	Available.
Trekking Facilities	Yes.
Liveries	Yes; details on request.
Hunting	Duhallow Foxhounds.,

MEADESTOWN STABLES
Address	Forrest Road, Carrigaline, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4888580/086-3261854.
Owner	Joe Ryan
Chief instructor	Joe Ryan
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.

MONATREA EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
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
Manager	D.J. and L.I. Griffith
Chief instructor	L.I. Griffith
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.

OTT'S EQUESTRIAN
Address	Clonmeen, Banteer, Co. Cork.
Telephone	029-56090.
Fax	029-56090.
Owner	Dagmar Ott
Manager	D.D. Ott
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.

REDBARN HORSE RIDING CENTRE
Address	Redbarn, Clonard East, Youghal, Co. Cork.
Telephone	024-91270.
Owner	Theresa Lucey
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.

RIVERSTICK EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Mountain Birch, Glenny, Riverstick, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4771604/086-8333800.
Fax	021-4771604.
Email	[email protected]
Web	www.riverstickstables.com
Owner	Eamonn & Angela Kelleher
Manager	Eamonn Kelleher
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.

ROSSCARBERY RIDING CENTRE
Address	Burgatia, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork.
Telephone	023-48232.
Owner	Sean Prendergast
Manager	Sean Prendergast
Chief instructor	Annie Prendergast
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.
Approved by	AIRE

ROWRYGLEN HORSE AND PONY TREKKING
Address	Dunmore, Rowryglen, Roscarbery, Co. Cork.
Telephone	028-33438.
Owner	Brendan and Bernie O'Regan
Chief instructor	Brendan and Bernie O'Regan
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

SKEVANISH EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Skevanish, Innishannon, Co. Cork.
Telephone	021-4775476.
Owner	Frank and Gillian O'Sullivan
Chief instructor	Frank O'Sullivan
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

SPRINGFIELD STABLES EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Cloughmacsimon, Bandon, Co. Cork.
Telephone	023-41228/086-8525795.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Brian Mehigan
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

TULLINEASKEY EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Tullineaskey, Clonakilty, Co. Cork.
Telephone	023-33413.
Owner	Willie and Mary Santry
Manager	Wayne Santry
Chief instructor	Wayne Santry BHSAI.
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

VALLEY VIEW EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Address	Gooseberry Hill, Meelin, Newmarket, Co. Cork.
Telephone	029-68185.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Janet Burke
Chief instructor	Janet Burke
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.
Approved by	AIRE

WEST CORK EQUINE CENTRE
Address	Garryndruig, Kilbrittain, Co. Cork.
Telephone	023-52044/087-2717008.
Email	[email protected]
Owner	Geri McGeoghegan-Santry  Wayne Santry
Manager	Wayne Santry
Chief instructor	Wayne Santry
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