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Perthshire, Angus &
Dundee and the Kingdom of Fife Region - Approved Centres
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BLAIR ATHOLL |
Blair Castle Trekking Centre
C/o Estates Office
Blair Atholl
Pitlochry
Perthshire
PH18 5TL
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Contact: Vicky Bogan
Tel: 01796 481568
Fax: 01796 481211
Email:
vicky@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web:
www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk |
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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
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BLAIR ATHOLL |
Blair Castle Highland Ponies
Dunkeld Adventure Centre
Dunkeld Hilton
Dunkeld
Perthshire
PH18 5TL
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Contact: Vicky Bogan
Tel:
07901 500426
Fax:
Email:
vicky@blaircastletrekking.co.uk
Web:
www.blaircastletrekking.co.uk |
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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
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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 |
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Facilities: PT, H, UC, DR, I, OHW,
AA, OA |
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Approved centre offering a range of rides and lessons
for all standards. Panoramic views of Strathearn. |
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CUPAR |
Barbarafield Riding School
Craigrothie
Cupar
Fife
KY15 5PU |
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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. |
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Highfield Equestrian
Caldwells Farm
COLLESSIE
By Ladybank
Cupar
Fife
KY15 7UY
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Contact: Mr Thomas H
Myles
Tel: 07904 188 018
Email:
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Facilities:
H, I,
OHW, AA |
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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. |
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GLENDEVON (and PENICUIK) |
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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 |
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Contact: Direct line to instructors 07866 309677
Web:
www.exmoorponytrekking.co.uk |
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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 |
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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 |
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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. |
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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 |
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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. |
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