Grampian Highlands, Aberdeen & North East Coast Region - Approved Centres
ABERDEEN
Hayfield Riding Centre
Hazlehead Park
 Aberdeen
AB15 8BB		 Contact: Mr John Crawford
Tel: 01224 315703
Fax: 01224 313834
 Email: info@hayfield.com
Web: www.hayfield.com 		 
Facilities: PT, H, TR, DR, I, OHW, AA, OA
Please see website for details.
ABOYNE
Glentanar Equestrian Centre
Glen Tanar
Aboyne
Aberdeenshire
AB34 5EU		 Contact: Mrs Jacqueline Riley
Tel: 013398 86448
Email: gtec@talk21.com
Facilities: PT, H, TR, UC, DR, I, OHW, AA, 0A
In an area of outstanding natural beauty on Royal Deeside, one hour, two hour, half day and whole day rides follow riverside, forest and mountain trails. Suitable for all ages and abilities
 
BALLATER
Balmoral Castle Stables 
Balmoral Estates 
Ballater        
Aberdeenshire
AB35 5TB                   		 Contact: Julie Miller
Tel:013397 42534
Fax:013397 42034
Email: info@balmoralcastle.com
Web: www.balmoralcastle.com

Facilities: PT
Please see website for details. "Events & Activities" - Pony Trekking.

It will once again be possible for experienced trekkers to view the estate on one of the stalking ponies.
Treks will take place only on weekends during April, May, June and July. There will also be a limited number of full day treks available. Advance bookings are advisable.
Enjoy the wonderful scenery on the estate with spectacular views of the Castle and Lochnagar.
 
 
INVERURIE
Strathorn Farm Stables
Pitcaple
Inverurie
 Aberdeenshire
AB51 5EJ		 Contact: Mrs Ruth Skinner
 Tel: 01464 851204 

Email: strathornfarm@yahoo.com
Web: www.strathornfarm.co.uk
Facilities: H, UC, DR, I, CD, OHW, OA
Small, friendly riding school within view of Bennachie. Facilities for children and adults. Beginners and disabled welcome. Carriage driving tuition and rides. Heavy horse driving
and dray rides.
 
STONEHAVEN
Cowton Riding Centre
Rickarton
Stonehaven
Aberdeenshire
AB3 2SY		 Contact: Miss LE Thorpe
Tel:  01569 760305
Fax: 01569 760305
Email: lesley@thorpe1.fsnet.co.uk
 
Facilities: PT, H, UC, I
In the beautiful Mearns countryside, this family-run centre offers group and private tuition to riders of all abilities, also trekking and hacking. Pony parties for six to 12 children. Indoor school. Progressive learning with emphasis on safety. Advance booking required.
 
TOMINTOUL
Tomintoul Riding Centre
St. Bridget Farm
Tomintoul
 Banffshire
AB37 9HS		 Contact: Miss Rosie Still
Tel: 01807 580210
Email: rosie@highlandhooves.co.uk
Web: www.highlandhooves.co.uk
Facilities: PT, H, TR, I
Set amidst the varied spectacular scenery of Glenlivet Estate and Cairngorm mountains, we specialise in Trail Riding holidays for experienced riders. Discover 'whisky country' with small groups, well mannered horses and friendly experienced guides.  Trekking, hacking and instruction also available.