Adventure Holidays

 

HORSE RIDING HOLIDAYS

The Cadogan Hotel in association with Andrew Young at Total Equine Services are pleased to offer Horse riding Holidays for 1, 2 or 3 days with a program to suit all abilities

Total Equine Services is a British Riding School Association Approved Riding Establishment. It is approved and licensed by East Cambridgeshire County Council and receives regular spot checks from the authorities. It is also affiliated to West Anglican College offering NVQ qualifications.

On his 18th birthday Andrew Young joined The Blues and Royals, part of The Household Calvary Regiment. He served 7 years and was present at many ceremonial duties, including HRH Prince Charles & Lady Diana’s wedding, many Troop in The Colour, Lord Mayor show’s, The State Opening of Parliament, Sovereign escorts,Garter Ceremonies and Cenotaph Parades.

In 1985 Andrew was presented to HRH Her Majesty The Queen at Royal Windsor Horse show as Best Trooper of the year.

On leaving the army Andrew gained his civilian teaching qualifications. He gained sponsorship with Bristow Helicopters in Surrey, riding and participation in event riding, dressage, and show jumping. He left and set up his own company in 1992 in Kennet, speciailising in Livery, teaching, breaking school and problem horses.

The Cadogan Hotel are pleased to offer Horse riding Holidays for 1, 2 or 3 days with a program to suit all abilities

Beginners
For those who have never been on a horse or are complete novices. You will gain confidence around horses, be able to lead, mount & dismount a horse. Learn how to tack up, un tack and look after the bridle and saddle. Lessons will involve walking and trotting leading into a ‘rising trot’.

Improvers
Will have the confidence to collect a horse from a paddock, have been riding before and can walk and trot. Improvers will learn to tack up and un tack properly. Lessons will involve perfecting the ‘rising trot’ and the transitions between trotting and walking. Lessons may lead to cantering depending on the rider’s confidence and ability.

Advanced Riders
A program will be designed between yourself and the instructor; this could include dressage, event training and show jumping.

You will need to provide:-
• Waterproof jacket & trousers
• Gloves
• Sun cream

Each morning each rider will receive up to two hours private lessons within the riding school. During a packed lunch some informal theory lessons are given. During the afternoon either the riders will practice the skills learnt in an adjoining field or take the horses out for a hack around the local area. All under the watchful eye of your instructor. At the end of the day a practical lesson in horse care is given, depending upon experience and ability. This may include grooming, feeding, rugging, picking the horse’s feet, checking legs for damage & infection and pulling the Maine.

Costs (per person)
1 day without accommodation £120
2 days including 1 night accommodation* £250
3 days including 2 nights accommodation* £380

A £120 non-returnable deposit is required on booking payable to ‘Total Equine Services.’

*Accommodation is based on a minimum of two sharing, for single occupancy please add £40/night

What is included?
A minimum of four hours riding per day.
The use of British Standard approved riding hats.
A packed lunch, evening meal from the bar menu, bed and full English breakfast

Minimum Age
Minimum age for unaccompanied riders is 17 years old. Under 17 years old a parent or guardian must attended the holiday and stay at the hotel.
Unaccompanied children over 7 years old are welcome on one day riding without accommodation, travel or meals provided.

ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS

For adventure holidays please contact the hotel direct about the activities as we use a number of local facilities offering a variety of activities including: -
• Go karting
• Quad biking
• Off Road 4x4 driving
• Military vehicle driving
• Clay pigeon shooting
• MX biking

We can offer a mix to suit your requirements including accommodation