Horse Riding in County Durham, England

Rolling hillsides, picturesque valleys & quiet bridleways make Horse Riding In County Durham a real pleasure.

County Durham is situated in the North-East of England, and sits between North Yorkshire and Northumberland.

Reputed to be one of Englands most attractive Counties, County Durham has much to offer the horse rider.

The Pennine Bridleway crosses County Durham and is a National Trail purpose-built for horse riders, mountain bikers and walkers.

Crook and the beautiful Wear Valley, are perfectly sited to offer all types of horse riding.

And there are over 800 kilometres of bridleways in the North York Moors National Park which lies to the south of County Durham.

Equestrian Centres, Riding Facilities & Horse Riding in County Durham

Holmside Park Arena

Holmside Park Arena – 0191 371 0260

Edmondsley, Co Durham, DH7 6EY

One of the cornerstones of County durham’s equestrian community. Holmside Park Arena is one of the best equipped equestrian centres of its kind, boasting two indoor arenas and an outdoor arena. The centre is regularly used by local Riding Clubs and Pony Clubs to host events.

Union Hall Livery Centre

Union Hall Livery – 0191 386 1308

Brasside, Durham, DH1 5SG

Union Hall is situated in one hundred and seventy acres of countryside – close to the river wear and approximately two miles from Durham City centre. We provide a full and DIY livery service. facilities include Large Indoor Arena, Two Large Outdoor Arenas, Show Jumps and Cross Country Jumps.


Holmside Hall Equestrian Centre

Holmside Hall Equestrian Centre – 01207 290949

Holmside Hall Road, Burnhope, Durham, DH7 0DT

An established equestrian business providing the highest level of customer service to each individual horse and rider. Unequalled equestrian facilities are BHS approved. Offering riding tuition and DIY, Full and Part livery. Off road riding is also available as there are many bridleways to enjoy.

Raygill Riding Centre

Raygill Riding Centre – 01833 690118

Raygill Farm, Lartington, Barnard Castle, Co. Durham, DL12 9DG

Come to Raygill Riding Centre for a horse riding holiday to remember. Based in the beautiful countryside near Barnard Castle, riding activities are tailored to your skill level and include riding instruction, trekking, dressage, show jumping, gymkhana and horse grooming. Unaccompanied children welcome.


Local Riding in County Durham
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