The British Open Show Jumping Championships (The British Open) returns to the NEC this Easter (16th – 19th April) and in a bid to get people riding the British Open has teamed up with the British Equestrian Federation (BEF), to offer people in the West Midlands area an 10% discount off riding lessons at regional riding schools. The BEF is committed to raising the profile of the sport at all levels and abilities and increasing access to it
The British Open and BEF have compiled a list of eight Riding Schools in the West Midlands area, all BHS and ABRS approved, who are offering a 10% discount this May half term giving you the best reason to ‘Get Riding!’ Quote ‘British Open Promotion‘ when booking to receive your discount – it is that simple! You could also win tickets to visit the British Open when you book as each riding school has family tickets (for 4 people) for Sunday 19th April to give away. The British Open is a great family day out featuring the best British show jumpers in action, exciting equestrian displays and entertainment, including a celebrity Arena Polo match featuring Katie Price and Amy Guy, aka Siren of the Gladiators. Please visit www.britishopenshowjumping.com for full details.
The BEF is the national governing body for horse sports in the UK and represents the interests of 4.2 million riders, vaulters and carriage drivers in Great Britain.
Still need some convincing to give riding a try?
- Horse riding is for everyone regardless of age, ability or background.
- Horse riding is one of the most versatile sports you can try, look at the range of disciplines featured at the British Open!
- Horse riding is a fantastic stress reliever being both relaxing and challenging in just the right quantities!
- There are numerous opportunities to compete if you have a competitive streak.
- Riding will boost your energy levels and relieve mental fatigue.
- Horse riding is a great way to keep fit and healthy. Not only in aerobic fitness but also tones the leg and stomach muscles.
- Riding at a reasonable speed once competent can burn around 400 calories an hour!
Getting the right start, good basics and sound tuition are essential if you are novice or returning to the sport after a long time off. Choose British Horse Society and Approved British Riding Society approved centres to be confident you are at a certified establishment. More information on this can be found at www.bhs.org.uk or www.abrs-info.org.
The Riding for the Disabled Association provides opportunities for riding, vaulting and carriage driving. Riding is a proven form of therapy offering disabled participants improved mobility, co-ordination and confidence. Check out www.rda.org.uk for more info.
Featured Riding Schools
North Worcestershire Equestrian Centre Shangri-la, Woodfield Lane, Romsley, Halesowen B62 0LR T: 01562 710245 www.silvrettahaflingers.co.uk
Lessons from £20 adult £15 child (1/2 hour lesson)
Hole Farm Pony Trekking Centre Woodgate Valley Country Park, Watery Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham B32 3BS T: 0121 422 3464
Lessons from £8 (1/2 hour lesson)
Bubbenhall Bridge Equestrian Centre Bubbenhall Road, Bagington, Coventry CV8 3BB T: 02476 301055
Middleton Equestrian Centre Vicarage Hill Lane, Middleton, Nr Tamworth B78 2AT T: 0121 311 1601 www.middletonequestrian.co.uk Lessons from £20 child 1/2 hour £22.50 adult 1/2 hour
Sedgeley Equi-Centre Wood Farm House, Gospel End Road, Sedgley, Dudley West Midlands DY3 4HA T:01902 677998
10% discount to be used for initial assessment lesson. £18 half hour £28 hour (private)
Truemans Heath Riding School Truemans Heath Farm, Truemans Heath Lane, Shirley, SOLIHULL B90 1PQ T: 0121 430 7974 www.truemansheath-ridingschool.co.uk
Brookhouse Farm Riding School, Truemans Heath Lane, Majors Green, Shirley, SOLIHULL, West Midlands B90 1PG T: 0121 4742078
BRITISH OPEN OFFER CAN BE USED UP UNTIL 31 DECEMBER 2009 SUBJECT TO LESSON AVAILABILITY – ONE USE PER PERSON ONLY – Lessons from £11 (child)
Moor Farm Stables Wall Hill Road, Corley Moor, COVENTRY, Warwickshire CV7 8AP T. 01676 540594 Mobile: 07757 646295
OFFER TO BE USED FOR 10% DISCOUNT OFF SUMMER CAMPS ONLY.
Warwick International School of Riding, Guys Cliffe, Coventry Road, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 5YD T: 01926 494313 www.warwickriding.co.uk
Lessons from £27 per hour.
Please refer to the individual schools websites or contact numbers for individual restrictions. The centres reserve the right to accept bookings at their discretion. The discount is applicable for the May half term 2009 unless otherwise stipulated. Lessons are subject to availability and must be pre-booked. Grandstand Event Management except no responsibility for this promotion and is in no way liable. For full details of the promotion visit the BEF website( www.bef.co.uk).