With five full days in the saddle, this ride sees you tracking ancient drover routes {only known by your guides} and roaming across treeless, windswept hills. You see, for the entire week, you’ll be wandering like a Welshman through the Brecon Beacons National Park. This National Park is wondrous and intriguing thanks to its utter desolateness. Imagine traversing a fragile, spongy ecosystem on your surefooted Welsh Cob, watched on by hardy sheep and wild Welsh horses. By the hour you’ll be reaching for your camera, and when you’re not trying to photograph the wild and untamed moors you’ll be grinning from ear to ear as you gallop like an amateur jockey over the wide open commons.
And when you’re not in the saddle falling in love with your horse, you’ll be falling in love with the history and charm of this Celtic country. Fun fact: we were told by our guide, Paul Turner, that Wales has more castles per square metre than anywhere else in the world! With that said, sprinkled throughout the itinerary you’ll find a ride to, and lunch at, the oldest pub in Wales; a chance to wander the ancient monastery at Llanthony; and a night spent at the positively charming market town of Hay-on-Wye, famous for being the book capital of the world.
Fast Facts
- Horse Breed:Fine, fit Welsh Cobs who will surprise you with their surefootedness and superb balance. Compact, intelligent and strong, they are ideally suited to the hills and mountains that will surround you.
- Pace:The pace is fast and varies on a daily basis, with lots of trotting, cantering and some gallops involved.
- Weight Limit:A maximum of 88kg / 194lbs.
- Type of tack:English all-purpose saddles *Please be advised that this is a hands-on ride (it’s the Welsh way) which includes pitching in to help at the end of each day. Not only will you have to help look after your horse, but you’ll also be required to assist with cleaning the saddles, bridles, girths and saddlecloths at the end of every day. For those accustomed to handing your horse to a groom, this might not be the right riding holiday for you.
- Seasons:June to September.
- Group size:A maximum of 8 guests.
- Time in Saddle:Between 4 to 6 hours per day.
- Riding Ability:Suitable for strong intermediate to advanced riders. All riders must be fit, have good stamina and be comfortable riding at speed over varied terrain. Not sure what your riding experience is? Watch THIS video to find out.
- Accommodation:A mixture of B&B style accommodation (some with shared facilities) and a historic 17th Century Welsh Longhouse (with ensuites).
- Ride Length:7 days, 6 nights, with 5 riding days.
- Inclusions:
Price includes 5 full days riding, 6 nights’ accommodation, all meals (from first day dinner through to last day breakfast) and luggage transportation throughout the ride.
- Exclusions:
Price excludes international flights, travel insurance, transfers to and from the ride, alcohol and drinks (other than water).
DEPARTURE DATES & RATES
NEW! Secure your saddle seat NOW with a 10% deposit - as part of our 10x 10% payment plan!Departing | Finishing | Total | ||||
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June 26, 2021 | July 2, 2021 |
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August 14, 2021 | August 20, 2021 |
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A single supplement charge of £50 per night will apply to guests not willing to twin share a room with another guest (subject to availability).
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
Price includes five full days riding, six nights’ accommodation, all meals (from first day dinner through to last day breakfast) and luggage transportation throughout the ride.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?
Price excludes international flights, travel insurance, transfers to and from the ride, alcohol and drinks (other than water).
Accepted payment is by credit or debit card only. There is a 2% surcharge on all card payments. Click HERE to read our recommendations on which cards are best to use to avoid international transaction fees.
WHY IS THE PRICE QUOTED IN GBP?
With our riding destinations, the currency is dictated by our ride partner in that country. Therefore due to fluctuating exchange rates we have to quote in the same currency.
Itinerary
Expand AllCollapse All*Please note, this is a suggested itinerary only and subject to change at the discretion of your guides due to weather and other influencing factors.

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Day 1
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Days 2 & 3
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Day 4
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Day 5
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Day 6
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Day 7
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Transfer Information
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Optional Extras
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