Our Instructors :

Ken Donnally: An experienced bushman and horseman, has been involved in teaching and horses all is life. Also maintains grounds at Clarendon

Rex Cox: Riding all his life, Developed trail riding procedures for Clarendon, also does long distance Endurance riding.

Emma Davidson: Riding since the age of 6 and a former three-day eventer, her participation in the horse world has been varied- but her passion unwavering. She can also be found in our office assisting with the marketing.

Simon Duber and Alex Link: Trainee trail guides. Have each been riding at Clarendon for over 8 years.

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Horse Riding News

Horse agistment is available at Clarendon

contact the front office for details and costings

At Clarendon we prize our horse riding for being fun, scenic and exciting. The trail horses are beautifully responsive and quiet.

The trails are chosen for safety, scenic value and ride quality. We also offer horse riding weekends, riding schools, lessons and holidays all with instruction from experienced adults. If scenic rides into the Australian forest exploring the 1000 acres of Clarendon land and the extensive trail network adjacent to us in Talawahl Nature Reserve are what you desire we have rides catering to all abilities and paces.

If your are interested in the native bushland we can take you on a guided tour. We have horses and trails to suit every level of rider.

Each horse ride is escorted by experienced instructors who are there to guide and help the inexperienced riders and to allow the experienced riders to have their own fun. Naturally riding helmets are provided.

Riders, judged by the instructors to be capable, are allowed to canter where appropriate. We operate with one riding instructor to every four (4) riders. This ratio may vary slightly depending on numbers, the experience of the riders and ages of riders on the trail.

Our many different trails into the surrounding forest valleys will allow you to experience the magic of the State forests and reserves, sometimes alive with fascinating animal and birdlife. Many of these tracks allow long canters for experienced riders, gentle walking rides will be appreciated by others.

Clothing and footwear
Long pants, and joggers are the minimum requirements, long sleeved shirts are suggested. A weight limit of 100 Kg applies

Private Rides
Couples are able to have a guided private escorted ride on request. $90.00 each (Min 2 riders).

Ladies Horse riding Lessons
Get together with your girlfriends and enrich your week with an equine adventure that connects you to the physical, mental and emotional environment. Riding through beautiful scenery with horses and trails suitable for all levels, you will find a moment of reflection and peace. Lessons include basic horsemanship skills such as tacking up, riding safely over varied terrain and in different paces (walk, trot, canter). Learn to ride competently and build confidence! Come together for afternoon tea, lively conversation and home made baked goods at the picturesque ranch following.

Fees: Resident Guests:
Horse riding including a short lesson $55 per hour Children $45.(Min 2 riders)A family discount of $45.00 each applies to a family of 4 or more.
Fees: Day guests
Horse trail rides $65 per hour. School Children $60.(Min 2 riders) A Discount of $5.00 applies when you book as a group of 4 or more.

Riding Lessons are available outside of school holidays $90.00 each 1 hour by appointment ( Enquire about availability )


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