Larkrigg Riding School

Set on 15 acres of Cumbrian countryside just outside Kendal, Larkrigg Riding School delivers riding lessons to riders of all ages and abilities. The school is listed on the British Horse Society approved register and operates as a Pony Club linked riding centre, providing a structured pathway from first lessons through to more experienced riders. Beginners are welcomed alongside returning riders, with a long running programme of holiday activities and own a pony days designed to keep younger riders engaged throughout the school breaks.

Facilities include an all-weather school, a floodlit outdoor school and a standard outdoor school, allowing lessons to continue through the darker winter months. Hacking is available directly from the yard, while flatwork and show jumping are taught on site, with jumping pole clinics running periodically for those wanting to refine their technique over fences. Livery clients are catered for with full and shared packages, supported by on-site tack rooms and individual turnout.

The school runs birthday parties on the premises, with riding and games adapted to the group, and hosts regular Pony Club rallies for members working through the centre scheme. Lessons are available to book year round and the yard is licensed in line with current regulations, giving parents confidence in the standards of care provided. Children, teenagers and adults all share the same calendar of activities, making it a useful first stop for families new to riding in the South Lakes area.

Visitors are advised to contact Larkrigg Riding School directly to check availability, lesson times and current livery openings. The postcode for sat nav users is LA9 7QS, with Kendal providing the nearest town for transport links, shops and accommodation. Riders travelling from further afield in Westmorland and Furness will find the school straightforwardly located on the edge of Kendal, with parking available on site for those arriving by car.