Houston Farm Riding School is a family-run establishment near Dechmont in West Lothian, operating since 1972 on the BHS and ABRS approved registers. The school works with riders of all ages and abilities, from complete beginners through to more experienced riders wanting to refine their technique, and children are particularly welcome. Group, private, stable management and birthday rides are all available, alongside ABRS test training and testing for those working towards formal qualifications.
The two arenas give the school year-round capacity regardless of weather. A floodlit outdoor sand arena supports evening lessons and show jumping course work, while a smaller 18.3m x 30.5m indoor arena includes raised seating for spectators and a lecture room for theory sessions. A second indoor arena measuring 20m by 40m provides additional warm-up and schooling space. Disciplines taught include dressage and show jumping, and online dressage tests can be completed through the e-riders scheme. Outdoor jumping courses allow riders to practise over fences during drier months.
Other amenities include free off-road parking and a porta-cabin shop on site. Stable management courses and lessons are available for those wanting to learn about horse care as well as riding, and gift vouchers can be purchased for lessons or birthday rides. Group and private lessons both start at GBP 33. The school is licensed and approved by both the British Horse Society and the Association of British Riding Schools, giving riders confidence in the standards of instruction and welfare.
Practical visiting details are straightforward. The school is based in Broxburn, West Lothian, postcode EH52 6JX, with easy access from the surrounding area. Opening hours run Monday to Wednesday from 8am to 4:30pm, Thursday 8am to 3:30pm, Friday 8am to 4:15pm, and weekends from 8am to 2:30pm. Contact can be made directly through the school's website or by phone to book lessons, arrange ABRS tests, or enquire about birthday party bookings.