Bank Farm
📍 Stockport, North West
Family-run equestrian centre near Stockport offering beginner-to-adult lessons, spring hacks along the Middlewood Way, and pony birthday parties. Particularly recognised for patient, consistent instruction for riders with additional needs.
My daughter, who has Autism and ADHD joined this riding school in July, after several years at another riding school. I am very impressed with the variety of activities and lessons available and the flexible booking system. My daughter has learnt more in the last five months than the previous five years. The staff here are fantastic, patient and knowledgable and you definitely get your money’s worth. The competition league is another wonderful addition and has allowed my daughter to experience competing on a monthly basis at a reasonable price. The staff are aware of my daughters additional needs and it is always taken into consideration and they are very accommodating when she attends. I am very happy with the experience we have had here and would recommend to others.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children who have autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, or physical disabilities — staff allocate calm ponies and accommodate needs without making it awkward. Equally strong for adult returners who have had poor experiences elsewhere. Flexible booking suits irregular schedules.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Heather Somers
3 years ago
“My daughter, who has Autism and ADHD joined this riding school in July, after several years at another riding school. I am very impressed with the variety of activities and lessons available and the flexible booking system. My daughter has learnt more in the last five months than the previous five years. The staff here are fantastic, patient and knowledgable and you definitely get your money’s worth. The competition league is another wonderful addition and has allowed my daughter to experience competing on a monthly basis at a reasonable price. The staff are aware of my daughters additional needs and it is always taken into consideration and they are very accommodating when she attends. I am very happy with the experience we have had here and would recommend to others.”
George
a year ago
“Recently got back into riding as an adult, after many years out of the saddle. I had some lessons with another local school and was being told different things by different instructors every lesson, was being made to feel like I knew nothing, moved to Bank Farm, all the instructors are on the same page and I've made huge progress in such a short space of time! Cannot fault these guys, awesome place, awesome horses and super friendly staff, including all the great kids helping out. Definitely found my new happy place ❤️🫶”
Katie B
2 years ago
“My daughter has recently started attending here for lessons and I am so pleased we have found this place. My daughter has autism, learning difficulties and a physical disability but the staff have always accommodated her needs without being untactful. She has always been allocated to calm ponies and the ladies and girls who work here are friendly and patient with her. I would recommend this riding school with no hesitation.”
C Garner
11 months ago
“Lovely family run and friendly riding school.. catering for all ages and abilities.. we love the spring hacks on the middlewood way.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Bank Farm Riding School provides lessons for complete beginners through returning adult riders, with all instructors following the same approach so riders receive consistent feedback session to session. Pony parties include petting, riding time, and party room use. Spring hacks run along the Middlewood Way. A monthly competition league runs at accessible entry levels. Weight limits apply for rider safety.
