Riding
No hour of life is wasted that is spent in the saddle.
WINSTON CHURCHILL
The Equestrian School at Gleneagles is one of the finest in Scotland. With horse riding lessons, a polo school, and carriage rides, the School has an unrivalled range of equestrian experiences. The School is also open to both residents and non-residents. For lesson and experiences pricing, and for membership costs, please see our pricing and membership page.
- 26 horses
- 48 tonnes of hay per year
- 3 riding instructors
Lead Rein Lessons
Children between the ages of 3 and 7 years old are offered a special treat - a lesson on one of our adorable Shetland or small ponies. The most popular members of the equestrian team, our special little ponies, provi...
Beginner Lessons
Never been near a horse? Try something new on well-behaved horses and ponies with highly qualified coaches. Whether you are 8 or 58 years old, first-class tuition at Gleneagles will provide you with the important fou...
Dressage Lessons
The art of classical dressage has entranced practitioners since the time of the ancient Greeks. Here, at Gleneagles, we have a variety of schoolmaster horses that are established in dressage movements such as shoulde...
Show Jumping Lessons
Whether you are having your first jumping lesson or want to improve your competition skills, we have the horses and coaches to take you from your first cross pole to 1.20m fences. Duration 45 mins, private, shared or...
Cross Country Lessons
Once you are jumping show jumps competently you may want to experience the thrill of riding cross country: speed, power and fixed fences! We have over 60 cross-country fences ranging from 20cm high to over 1m and a v...
Trail Rides
Available April - October weather permitting At Gleneagles, the surrounding heather-clad mountains form a perfect backdrop for a relaxing ride in the beautiful Perthshire countryside. After an assessment to match yo...
Own a Pony Experience
Ever wanted to have your own pony; to groom it, ride it and look after it? Well, for groups of four (minimum) aged 6 upwards you can spend two hours learning to do this under expert supervision and make a new lifelon...