1 / 2Boltby Trekking Centre
📍 Thirsk, North West
Farm-based riding centre on the edge of North York Moors National Park offering guided treks from 30-minute mini-treks for children to two-hour countryside rides. Riding hats provided free, no prior experience required from age five.
Wow. What a fabulous way to spend an afternoon. Sheila the owner is lovely and knows her stuff. The horses are in lovely condition and very well behaved. We went out for a two hour hack through the most beautiful countryside. Bex who was our guide was great, really friendly and we had a good laugh. Had a few trots and canters. Going to go back for a day ride next year. Loved it 💚
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children aged five and above who want to try horse riding together in a genuinely scenic setting, particularly those with no prior experience. Sheila and her team are consistently described as reassuring with nervous first-timers, including adults.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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debs annison
a year ago
“Wow. What a fabulous way to spend an afternoon. Sheila the owner is lovely and knows her stuff. The horses are in lovely condition and very well behaved. We went out for a two hour hack through the most beautiful countryside. Bex who was our guide was great, really friendly and we had a good laugh. Had a few trots and canters. Going to go back for a day ride next year. Loved it 💚”
Katie Glover
3 years ago
“Me and my partner went on a 90 minute trek for my birthday and had a lovely time. I hadn’t ridden in a long time and my partner never had, Sheila was very accommodating and even let us have a trot. The route was perfect, lovely balance of woodland and open areas with a lovely view. The horses were lovely too, my horse Domino was so sweet. Would definitely come back!”
Behind the Purple Door
3 years ago
“We did a mini trek with our 4 children none of who had ridden before. We all had the best time. Shelia and her team were fantastic, made us all feel so comfortable. It's such a stunning area to ride around and the horses were amazing. Definitely recommend.”
Christina Wright
a year ago
“We had a great day at Boltby Trekking despite the rain! The views were incredible and everyone who works there are lovely. I also think the price is great, and the horses were excellent to ride. We will definitely be returning!”
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Overview
Boltby Trekking Centre operates from a working farm with access to North York Moors bridleways, forestry trails, and open moorland. Trek lengths range from short children's rides to two-hour family hacks and full-day trail rides for experienced riders. Owner Sheila and her guides match riders to suitable horses and adjust pace for ability. Riding hats are provided at no extra charge. The route combines woodland sections with open moorland views.