City College Norwich operates an Equestrian Centre at Easton College near Norwich, set up primarily to support the Equine Studies courses run by the college. Lessons, training and course activity take place across a range of disciplines, including dressage, show jumping, eventing, cross country and carriage driving. The centre is open to students enrolled on equine programmes as well as to outside riders and clubs who hire the facilities.
Facilities at the site are extensive for a college-based centre. There is a sizable indoor arena and a separate outdoor arena, both suitable for flatwork and jumping sessions. Riders preparing for eventing can make use of a cross-country course on the grounds, and a Racewood riding simulator is available for schooled practice. Stabling on site allows horses to be kept during courses, rallies and events, and additional horse care is supported by heat lamps and a solarium. A horse walker is on hand for warming up or cooling down, and a viewing gallery lets spectators watch activity in the indoor arena. A PA system is fitted for clinics, competitions and announcements.
While the centre is built around its educational role, it is also licensed and listed on the British Horse Society approved register. Riders and equestrian clubs can hire the arenas and facilities for rallies, competitions, clinics and other events, and the venue has been used in this way by local groups. The range of disciplines on offer, combined with the cross-country course, makes it a practical choice for those training across more than one area of the sport.
The Equestrian Centre sits within the Easton College campus, part of City College Norwich, at postcode NR9 5DS in Norfolk, in the East of England. Enquiries about Equine Studies courses, arena hire or hosting rallies and events can be directed to City College Norwich through the college's main contact channels. Riders interested in lessons or facility hire should confirm availability, pricing and booking arrangements directly with the college before travelling.