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The Welsh equestrian counties from Anglesey in the North to Glamorgan
in the South.
Horse riding and Welsh equestrian facilities - The spectacular scenery
in Wales and the superb network of bridleways and rural trails are tailor-made
for horse riders of all abilities. Use this page for a quick review of
the various welsh counties and to link directly to equestrian events diaries,
equestrian centres and riding holidays in that area.
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The beautiful west coast of Anglesey, North Wales has a thriving
horse riding community and a rich equestrian history. Award winning
sandy beaches with rock pools and safe bathing, a large lake, rich
in bird life and fish, unspoilt countryside stretching for miles
and magnificent views of the Snowdonia Mountains and Lleyn Peninsular. |
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Brecknockshire also known as Breconshire, or the County of Brecon
is one of thirteen historic counties of Wales. The Black Mountains
occupy the southeast of the county, the Brecon Beacons the central
region, Fforest Fawr the southwest and Mynydd Eppynt the north.
Most of the Brecon Beacons National Park lies within the county.
Horse riders are well catered for with Builth Wells the home of
the Red Dragon Endurance Ride. There is also the long distance route,
the Epynt Way and the new Radnor Hills Route. |
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Caernarfonshire is renowned for its lovely countryside, castles,
fishing villages and, of course, its charming traditions and Welsh
costume. Caernarfonshire (Sir Gaernarfon), also spelt Caernarvonshire
and Carnarvonshire is one of the thirteen historic counties and
a former administrative county of Wales. It is a maritime county
of North Wales; bordered by Beaumaris bay, Denbigh, Merioneth and
by Cardigan bay, Carnarvon bay; and by the Menai strait which divides
it from Anglesey. Main towns are Carnarvon, Bangor, Pwllheli, Conway,
Criccieth, Nevin, and Tremadoc. The river Gwyrfai valley has traffic
free bridleways and stunning views of Snowdonia. Horses and trekking
are widely available.
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Cardiganshire or Ceredigion received its name from Prince Ceredig,
son of the leader who reclaimed this area for the Welsh from the
Irish invaders. Riders visiting will enjoy beautiful mountainous
landscapes, lakes, forests and rivers. Old drovers' routes lead
over the mountains and provide views that reach south to the Brecon
Beacons and north to Snowdonia. A wide variety of equestrian centres
and stable yards exist in Cardigan and many horse shows feature. |
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Carmarthenshire has a wide variety of horse riding landscapes.
In the north and central areas gentle green hills and valleys reign,
while the southern part encompasses a coastline of cliffs and sands:
the Cefn Sands, the Laugharne Sands and the Pendine Sands of Carmarthen
Bay. Two river valleys, the Teifi-part of Brecon Beacons National
Park-and the Tywi, provide wooded gorges. The Countryside Unit of
Carmarthenshire County Council work closely with Forest Enterprise
to provide riding trails and parking areas within woodlands in order
to provide facilities for both walkers and horse riders |
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Denbighshire covers an area from the North Wales coastal resorts
of Rhyl and Prestatyn down through the Vale of Clwyd, south as far
as Corwen and the popular tourist town of Llangollen. It includes
the historic towns of Rhuddlan, Denbigh and Ruthin, each with its
own castle, and the tiny cathedral city of St. Asaph. The Denbigh
and Flint Show site sits in the heart of the beautiful Vale of Clwyd,
Denbighshire, North Wales with approaching 1,000 horses of all shapes,
sizes and colours, the Light Horse section is almost a Show within
the Show. Hunters for riding, breeding and working show alongside
Arabs - pure bred, anglo and part-bred. |
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The county of Flintshire is situated in North East Wales. Cheshire
lies to the east, Denbighshire to the West and Wrexham to the south.
It is an area rich in history with the numerous attractions of North
Wales coupled with Roman Chester making it an idea tourist base.
Horse riding in Flintshire takes you through a beguiling mix of
country villages, traditional market towns, sandy beaches, medieval
castles and some of the most stunning scenery in North Wales.
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The Vale of Glamorgan is packed with a wide choice of places to
visit; art galleries, craft centres, county parks, beaches, seaside
resorts, heritage sites, towns and villages, even a steam railway
and a vineyard. All aspects of horse riding are available within
the Vale and nearby. From beach to mountain rides, beginners to
advanced together with a wide variety of riding stables, riding
schools and equestrian centres. Try the Cosmeston Lakes Country
Park which covers over 200 acres of stunning lakes, woodlands and
meadows or Porthkerry Country Park close to the Glamorgan Heritage
Coast with 220 acres of parkland and a 500 metre long grass meadow.
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Merioneth is a maritime county of North Wales bordered by Carnarfonshire,
Montgomeryshire and Cardigan bay. The market towns are Corwen, Bala,
Dolgelly, Dinas-Mowddwy, Harlech, Barmouth, and Towyn; and there
are upwards of 120 villages and hamlets. The premier event of the
year is the Merioneth Agricultural Society Show which features a
great many ridden and showing classes including Welsh Mountain and
Welsh Cob classes as well as working hunter, affiliated and BSJA
events. |
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Montgomeryshire, also known as Maldwyn (Sir Drefaldwyn) is one
of thirteen historic counties and a former administrative county
of Wales. It is named after one of William the Conqueror's main
counselors, Roger de Montgomerie, who was the 1st Earl of Shrewsbury.
The area is almost wholly mountainous, although there are some fertile
valleys in the east. The highest point is Cadair Berwyn at 2,723
ft (830 m). It is a superb base for exploring the undiscovered beauty
of the Radnorshire, Shropshire borders; if you are interested in
long-distance trail riding, endurance riding or simply exploring
the beautiful mid Wales countryside with miles of off-road riding
with your own horse. |
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The natural beauty and history of Monmouthshire, the Wye Valley
and the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape World Heritage Site is awesome
with stunning castles, bustling market towns, fresh-farm produce,
an artisan tradition, generous hospitality, and sunshine and showers,
the Wye Valley is a captivating experience that treats the senses
at any time of the year. The Monmouthshire Show has over 900 horse
entries with showing classes ranging from the heavyweight hunters
to Shetland ponies, from practical working hunters, including the
elegant side saddle classes the ever popular Welsh Cobs.
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Pembrokeshire's coastal scenery makes it a popular area of Wales.
Visitors flock to the 180 mile (290 km) long Pembrokeshire National
Park's Coast Path. It has a wide variety of terrain with dramatic
clifftops, isolated sandy beaches, spectacular seascapes and wide-open
views. Horse Riders in Pembrokeshire have a wide choice whether
you want to ride across open moorland, along wooded bridleways or
down quiet country lanes, there's something for everyone.
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Enjoy horse riding and pony trekking in the peace and beauty of
the the Mid-Wales countryside. The Brecon Beacons and Radnor Loop
is a 75 mile circular ride through Mid Wales which can take four
days to ride. In the east and south are some comparatively level
tracts, including the Vale of Radnor, but most of the county is
mountainous, with the Cambrian Mountains running through the west
of the county. It's said that sheep outnumber people in Radnorshire
by 50:1, giving it a sheep population of over 1,000,000.
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Welsh equestrian county to begin exploring riding in Wales ....
Anglesey - Brecknockshire
- Caernarfonshire - Cardiganshire
- Carmarthenshire - Denbighshire
- Flintshire - Glamorgan
- Merioneth - Montgomeryshire
- Monmouthshire - Pembrokeshire
- Radnorshire
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