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Perthshire, Angus & Dundee and the Kingdom of Fife Region - Approved Centres
 
 
BLAIR ATHOLL
Blair Castle Trekking Centre
C/o Estates Office
Blair Atholl
Pitlochry
Perthshire
PH18 5TL
Contact: Vicky Bogan
Tel:  01796 481568 
Fax: 01796 481211
Email: vicky@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web: www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Facilities: PT, H, AA
Trekking on sure footed Highland ponies through picturesque woods and glens. One and two hour treks/hacks available. All abilities welcome.  Children must be 12 years or over.  Open April to mid August - Closed Saturdays.
 
BLAIR ATHOLL
Blair Castle Highland Ponies
Dunkeld Adventure Centre
Dunkeld Hilton
Dunkeld
Perthshire
PH18 5TL
Contact: Vicky Bogan
Tel:  07901 500426  
Fax:
Email: vicky@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web: www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Facilities: PT, H, AA
Catering for beginners, this new trekking centre in the grounds of the Dunkeld Hilton uses the Blair Castle Trekking ponies and offers one and two hour treks along woodland tracks and drives.  The minimum age is 12 years and the centre is operational from April until July.  Telephone number 07901 500426 or by email,  vicki@blaircastletrekking.co.uk 
More information on trekking with the Blair Castle Highland ponies can be found on www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk
 
 

CRIEFF
Crieff Hydro Stables
Crieff Hydro Hotel
Crieff
PH7 3LQ
Contact: Liz Simpson
Tel:  01764 651616 
Fax: 01764 653087

Email: liz.simpson@crieffhydro.com
Web: www.crieffhydro.com
Facilities: PT, H, UC, DR, I, OHW, AA, OA
Approved centre offering a range of rides and lessons for all standards. Panoramic views of Strathearn.

 

CUPAR
Barbarafield Riding School
Craigrothie
Cupar
Fife
KY15 5PU
Contact: Mrs Berwick
Tel: 01334 828223
Email: barbarafield900@hotmail.com
Web: www.barbarafield.co.uk
Facilities: PT, H, UC, I, OA
 
Facilities: PT, H, UC, I, OA
The centre is twenty minutes drive from the mecca of golf, St Andrews, and one hour from Edinburgh. Hacking and lessons available on farm land in the Howe of Fife, including the Hill of Tarvit National Trust estate, with views of the Lomond hills.
 
 
Highfield Equestrian                          
Caldwells Farm
COLLESSIE
By Ladybank
Cupar
Fife
KY15 7UY
Contact: Mr Thomas H Myles
Tel: 07904 188 018
Email:
Web:
 
 
Facilities: H, I, OHW, AA
The centre is surrounded by rolling countryside in "The Kingdom of Fife" and offers indoor and outdoor facilities, group or individual lessons from 4 years upwards, catering for all abilities. Hacking on grass and forest tracks on well mannered horses and ponies is also available.
 
 
GLENDEVON (and PENICUIK)
   
Edinburgh University Pony Trekking Section
Glendevon Estate
Glendevon
By Dollar
FK14 7JY
(between mid- June to 30 August)
Also located at:
Mount Lothian Farm
Howgate
Penicuik
EH26 8QQ
(between September and mid-June)
See entry under Edinburgh area
 




 
Contact: Direct line to instructors 07866 309677
Web: www.exmoorponytrekking.co.uk
Facilities: PT, AA
Pony Trekking on Exmoor ponies in the beautiful surroundings of the Ochil Hills.   Be captivated by the charm of our Exmoor ponies set in one of Scotland's most beautiful glens.  This unique riding experience is run by students of the Royal ( Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, perpetuating a trekking tradition spanning almost 50 years.  We  offer evening, half day and full day treks and midweek or weekend breaks. Shorter rides available for children. All standards of ability welcome. Weight limit of 11.5 stone (76kg). Children of 8 to 12 years must be accompanied by an adult. Hats provided..
Our location is 5 miles south of Gleneagles on the A823. For further information see our Penicuik site in the Edinburgh and Lothians Region
 
INCHTURE
Teen Ranch Scotland
Ballindean House
Inchture
Perthshire
PH14 9SF

 

Contact: Pam Drew & Colina McCulloch
Tel/fax: 01828 686227
Email: trs@teenranch.org.uk
Web: www.teenranch.org.uk  
Facilities: PT, H, TR, UC, DR, I, AA, OA
Teen Ranch Scotland is a Christian Youth Activity Centre for young people aged 10 to 17. It has a Western theme with various activities on offer. Horse riding is the most prominent with campers encouraged to develop equestrian skills in a relaxed atmosphere.  The Christian message is presented at each camp.
 
   
 
 
LEVEN
Kilconquhar Castle Equestrian Centre
Kilconquhar
Near St Andrews
Elie
Leven
Fife
KY9 1EZ
Contact: Miss Frances Cape
Tel:  01333 340501 
Fax: 01333 340239

Email: leisure@kilconquhar-castle.co.uk
Web: www.kilconquhar-castle.co.uk
Facilities: PT, H, TR, UC, DR, I, CD, OHW, AA, OA
This world renowned holiday resort boasts 117 acres of spectacular woodlands and features endless leisure activities complemented by its2,3 and 4 bedroomed villas and castle suites. The equestrian centre caters for all ages.  You will wish to come back year after year!  Direct bookings on 01333 340501 ext 295.