Welcome to Huntly Community Riding Centre

About Us

The Huntly Community Riding Centre (HCRC) we cater for riders of all levels, from grassroots and beginner riders through to more experienced and competitive riders. The HCRC welcomes a wide range of riding styles and groups, creating an inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy horses and riding.

We also cater for visitors who do not own a horse or pony, offering opportunities to connect, interact, and build confidence around horses through our pony and horse connection sessions.

Our aim is to provide affordable and accessible horse riding facilities and equine activities.

For Horse Owners & Riders

• 40m x 40m sand arena, show jumps and poles, Cowboy Challenge Obstacle area, and XC course

• Pop-up group riding lessons and clinics with guest instructors

For Visitors Without Horses

The HCRC also provides opportunities for people who do not own horses or ponies to connect and interact with them.

• Introduction-to-ponies

• Confidence-building activities before formal riding lessons

• Opportunities for outside organisations and instructors to host lessons using their own horses and ponies

Community Events

The HCRC is passionate about community engagement and hosting fun, inclusive events throughout the year.

Past events have included:

• Halloween Haunted Grounds

• Christmas Party with the Ponies

• Easter Scavenger Trail

• Holiday Riding Programmes

Group Facility Hire

The HCRC facilities are also available for larger group bookings, including:

• Adult riding groups

• Pony Clubs

• Riding instructors and clinicians

• Clinics and training events

• Community and equestrian groups

Available hire options include:

• Arena hire

• Grounds hire

• Clubroom use

• Half-day bookings

• Full-day bookings

• Weekend bookings

Non-Profit Community Facility

The HCRC is a non-profit community facility, with funds going directly back into:

• Operational running costs

• Grounds and riding area maintenance

• Equipment

• Repairs and upgrades

• Grounds restoration projects

Grounds Restoration Programme

During Cyclone Gabrielle, and both before and after the event, approximately 160 metres of trees either fell or required removal due to health and safety concerns.

This resulted in:

• Damage to fencing

• Damage to waterlines

• Large ruts and holes throughout parts of the grounds

While significant progress has been made, restoration and repair work is still ongoing.