Villa Mar Riding School
About this yard
Villa Mar Riding School is a family-run centre on a 22-acre farm near Bolsover on the eastern edge of Derbyshire. The yard works with a mixed string that includes a number of ex-military horses, giving the school an unusual character and a reputation for reliable, well-mannered mounts. Lessons are available for children and adults across a range of ability levels, with the farm setting providing a relaxed, unhurried environment for those building confidence. Countryside hacking is available from the yard through the surrounding agricultural land.
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Standard guidance for equestrian yards in the UK. Check with your yard if you're unsure.
A correctly fitted hat to current safety standards (PAS 015 or VG1). Bicycle helmets are not permitted. Hats are available to hire, usually reserved for first-time riders.
Boots with a small heel, riding boots, walking boots or wellies all work. Trainers and flat-soled shoes are not permitted for safety reasons.
Close-fitting, weather-appropriate clothes. Shoulders and legs must be covered, no vest tops or shorts. Jackets and coats should be fastened securely. Waterproofs are recommended for outdoor lessons.
Long hair should be tied back in a ponytail before putting on your helmet. All jewellery must be removed before riding.
Clients arriving in unsuitable clothing or footwear may not be permitted to ride, for their own safety. If in doubt, contact the yard before your visit.
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