INSTRUCTION IN IRELAND - IRELAND

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A family run establishment with a wide range of horses to proivde the ideal mount for you to improve your cross country technique, showjumping and dressage. As well as 380 acres of farmland with varied jumps to tackle there are also full size indoor and outdoor schools to perfect your skills.

The vast majority of riders do not aspire to compete at very high levels but nevertheless enjoy jumping cross-country. There are lots of small logs and simple jumps for those who want to just have some fun: There are also some jumps that are of intermediate horse trial standard. Often people spend all their time training in an arena to show jump, however the cross-country course is an ideal way to do lots of diverse jumping and have plenty of fun and learn some new ideas along the way.
If you're not interested in jumping and dressage why not simply trek around the farm and country lanes at leisure. Trail ride through the beautiful Slieve Bloom mountains here in Ireland and end the day with a meal in the dining room, followed by a drink at the fire.
All ages are welcome on the riding holiday and the centre caters for every range of horse riding ability. Whether you're a complete novice and have never ridden a horse before or a seasoned horseman looking for something more challenging, you will find the experience here both rewarding and highly enjoyable.

Trip length 8d/7n or 4d/3n, can be tailor made on request Ride price detailed prices price promise 2012 8d/7n: double pp £849/€975/$1,309 2012 4d/3n: double pp £485/€559/$749 Departure dates Weekly from April to end September Approximate riding time per day 2-3 hours tuition daily Riding ability required From total beginner to advanced rider Group size 1-8 Meeting point (getting there) Kilbeggan bus station Transfer Included from Kilbeggan Bus Station Flight guide Aer Arran London - Galway or Dublin from £75 return Single supplement detailed prices No supplement if willing to share. Otherwise: 2012 8d/7n: £119/€139/$185 2012 4d/3n: £51/€59/$79

SAMPLE ITINERARY - INSTRUCTION IN IRELAND

This is a suggested daily program. All programs can be tailor-made.

Breakfast - 9.00am
During this meal the day's activities will be discussed as well as which horse you wish to ride and what discipline you want to concentrate on for your lessons.

10.00-10.30am
Out to the yard to discover which stable your horse is in, get your tack, brushes, etc. and prepare your mount for the 11.00am ride. There is always help available if you have problems, so don't be afraid to say you are having difficulty with getting your horse ready, or are unsure of what you are doing.

11.00am
Lesson in the indoor or outdoor arenas depending on the weather.

12.45am
Lunch back in the house and a well earned rest after the morning's activities. Lunch is a light meal, usually quiche, toasted sandwiches, or maybe homemade soup and brown bread.

2.00-2.30pm
Back to the yard for more brushing and tacking up. The ride out is at 2.30pm, when all leave for the fields, for schooling over the huge variety of cross-country fences, or show jumps or practise some dressage, or just a good amble around the farm for the more casual rider. We try not to put anyone under undue pressure, so do what you are comfortable with, and leave the large fences to those who wish to take them on.

4.30pm
Horses are untacked and put away for a rest, leaving you time to relax before your evening meal, walk the farm walks, take a trip to Tullamore town, only 6 minutes away by car, or just sit back and read a book from the large selection available in the house.

6.30pm-7.00pm
Dinner is served in the dining room, when all sit around and chat about the day's happenings, what War Paint did, or what Dougal didn't do!

Evenings usually end early, as everyone is tired and ready for a good night's sleep, in preparation for another challenging day tomorrow!

The weight limit for this ride is 15st /210 lb/95 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.

FURTHER DETAILS
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WHAT IS INCLUDED
All accommodation and meals (apart from evening meals on Sunday nights); horse riding and tuition

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Transfer from airport to Kilbeggan bus station; drinks, meals on Sunday nights, items of a personal nature

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Reading List
We're avid readers here at Unicorn Trails and have selected several books connected to this ride. If you're interested in reading more about the area before you travel, or want to get into the cultural background, here are some suggestions that may inspire you. Click on the links for more information.

Round Ireland With A Fridge - Tony Hawks
Culture Shock! Ireland - Patricia Levy
Bushmills Irish Pub Guide - Sybil Taylor
The Dubliners - J.Joyce
Mother Ireland - Edna O’ Brien
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