Calvert Stables
Accessible riding and equine activities on the outskirts of Keswick
Welcome to Calvert Stables
Calvert Stables is a British Horse Society (BHS) and Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) approved riding centre and part of Calvert Lakes. Our dedicated team provide accessible riding and carriage driving for both residential guests and community riders. The wellbeing benefits of spending time with horses are well known and both our ponies and stables team provide a little bit of magic for guests and participants.
You don’t need to have a disability to visit Calvert Stables, although we do welcome people of all ages and abilities. To protect the health and happiness of our horses, we have a weight limit of 12 stone (76 kg/168 lb) for riders. Visitors over this weight can enjoy carriage driving, grooming and spending time with the ponies instead.
Let us inspire you
From our specialist stables on the edge of Keswick, we offer individuals, families and groups the chance to experience riding, carriage driving and the calming influence of horses in a safe and supportive way. Watch our short film to find out just how we make equine activities accessible.
Riding sessions and activities
We welcome regular riders, visitors to the area and locals alike, of all ages and abilities. From residential equestrian experiences to kids pony club, we hold various sessions to help you benefit from the helpful healing power of our wonderful horses.
Kids riding lessons
Discover the joy of riding, whatever your ability, with riding lessons at our fully accesible stables just outside Keswick.
Riding and Carriage Driving Breaks
Spend the weekend at our fully accessible stables where you will have the opportunity to ride or trap drive and learn how to care for your horse.
Alternative education
As an accredited BHS stables, we’re proud to be part of the Changing Lives Through Horses scheme to support young people with special needs.
Tea and Trot
Whatever your experience or ability, enjoy our gentle tea and trot sessions and meet like-minded adults while spending time with the ponies.
Pony club
Become a member of the Calvert Stables Pony Club and join us for regular riding lessons. We welcome children of all abilities and experience.
Kids club
At weekends and during school holidays, we run kids club stables sessions. Learn to ride, groom the ponies and complete fun challenges.
Adult Horse Care
Our six week adult horse care courses take you through the fundamentals of caring for horses. Suitable for adults of all ages and abilities.
Good to know ...
At Calvert Stables, the welfare of our horses is at the centre of everything we do. Each horse has an individual weight limit, carefully assessed by our experienced team based on their size, build, fitness and overall workload. This helps us ensure that every horse remains comfortable, healthy, and able to enjoy their work.
We follow established equine welfare guidelines and regularly monitor each horse’s physical condition, behaviour and emotional wellbeing. By putting their needs first, we create a positive, supportive environment where our horses can thrive. Their health and happiness are essential to the safe, high-quality experiences we provide for our riders and carriage drivers.
Meet the ponies
Our horses and ponies are chosen for their patience and calm temperaments – a phenomenal bunch.
Group visits to Calvert Stables
Fancy a visit to the Stables with your school or group? We welcome groups of all shapes and sizes, and would love to introduce you all to our wonderful ponies. Spend time learning about the horses, meet them all, try grooming or even have a ride. As a certified Riding for the Disabled Association stables, we support children of all abilities and can adapt our sessions to meet the needs of your group.
The Stables team
Lou
Stables Manager
Becky
Stables Supervisor
Rosie
Stables Supervisor
Abbie
Stables Groom/Coach
Niamh
Stables Groom/Coach
Chloe
Stables Groom/Trainee Coach
Fiona
Riding Instructor
Charlotte
Volunteer coach
Lou
Stables Manager
Becky
Stables Supervisor
Rosie
Stables Supervisor
Abbie Jefferson
Stables Groom/Coach
Niamh
Stables Groom/Coach
Chloe
Stables Groom/Trainee Coach
Fiona
Riding Instructor
Charlotte
Volunteer coach
Support Calvert Stables
Get involved with the incredible Calvert Stables and support the fantastic work we do
Sponsor a pony
Sponsor a Calvert Stables pony and help support the life-enhancing work of our wonderful equine friends. Ensuring our four-legged fleet is in tip-top condition is expensive. Support the vital benefits they provide to our guests through regular giving and positively contribute to the continued success of our thriving stables.
Volunteer
We wouldn’t be able to offer the incredible equine events and experiences that we do without our exceptional Calvert Stables team. Supported by a passionate team of volunteers, our ponies get all the care and attention they deserve. If you have what it takes to become a Calvert Stables volunteer, get in touch.
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