The many bridleways and byeways in this part of Surrey provide some excellent horse riding opportunities. Although there are not many opportunities for hire, there are several livery stables and riding schools in the area. Kilnside Farm (see accommodation section under ‘self catering’) will also accommodate horses.

Click here for an interactive map showing Rights of Way in Surrey and the local area (on the Surrey County Council website).

1. Downs Link – This 37 mile road is open to horse riders and links the North Downs with the South Downs. It passes through woodlands, wetlands and agricultural land. A leaflet can be obtained here.
2. Alice Holt Woodland Park – The bridleways in this beautiful park can be accessed with a permit. Click here for the Forestry Commission website and more details.
3. Frensham Common – Around 1000 acres of attractive countryside, midway between Farnham and Hindhead. The common has many miles of footpaths and bridleways.
4. Farnham Park – Bridleways access the parks open landscape that has large areas of grassland, old oak trees and winding streams.

Riding Schools and Livery

Riding schools will mostly take visitors for lessons rather than for a hack. Check in advance what riding is offered to visitors.

Old Park Stables

Basic Instruction in Riding & Jumping, Livery
Old Park Stables, Old Park Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 0AN
Tel: 01252 715492
Click here for more details.

The Riding Centre

Riding school, phone for more details
13, Upper Old Park Lane, Farnham, Surrey GU9 0AT
Tel: 01252 714917

Kiln Cottage Stables

Basic Instruction in Riding & Jumping, Hacking, Livery
Badshot Farm Lane, Badshot Lea, Farnham GU9 9HY
Tel: 01252 333200

Overhill Riding Stables

Ring for details
Sandy Lane, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2ET
Tel: 01428 683744

Mayfair Farm Riding Stables

Ring for details
Mayfair, Churt Road, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2QS
Tel: 01428 683744

Rural Rides (slightly further from Farnham)

Instruction in riding and jumping, escorted hacking and riding holidays (10 horses for hire), B&B for horses and owners. Lots to do for the non-rider.
The Blackdown Endurance Riding Club
Lower House Farm, Ropes Lane, Fernhurst, Haslemere, Surrey, GU27 3JD
Telephone: 01428 654106
Website: http://www.ruralridesuk.co.uk/