1 / 3Mayfield Stables
📍 Tatsfield, Greater London
British Horse Society approved riding school offering group lessons capped at five riders, private lessons, countryside hacking, and BHS Pony Stars for children ready to progress beyond basics. Led by BHSI instructor Melissa Garry.
Our 8 year old has been riding for a while at Mayfield but was frustrated as she had plateaued. When I consulted the owner Melissa she suggested a new Challenge from the BHS called Pony Stars that's designed to increase skills knowledge and confidence around horses. She goes on a 2 on, 1 off basis and it's been fantastic! A has learnt so much about horse care; they're animals to be looked after as well as ridden. She is more comfortable riding as she is learning to understand the pony's language more. She's also made a great friend that gives her more options of being a lovely friend back. We're looking forward to the next level which includes more riding. Thanks Suzy; you've been awesome.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families serious about learning to ride correctly rather than just enjoying a one-off experience. The five-rider cap means instructors can give meaningful feedback each session.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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A Thorn
a year ago
“Our 8 year old has been riding for a while at Mayfield but was frustrated as she had plateaued. When I consulted the owner Melissa she suggested a new Challenge from the BHS called Pony Stars that's designed to increase skills knowledge and confidence around horses. She goes on a 2 on, 1 off basis and it's been fantastic! A has learnt so much about horse care; they're animals to be looked after as well as ridden. She is more comfortable riding as she is learning to understand the pony's language more. She's also made a great friend that gives her more options of being a lovely friend back. We're looking forward to the next level which includes more riding. Thanks Suzy; you've been awesome.”
Alexandra McLellan
a month ago
“The instructors are amazing especially Robin I'm currently learning how to jump and they're very good at what they do and I have seen other riding schools where teens are instructing also the horses are well looked after and I have group lessons that are max 5 ppl so very good feedback tailored to you. I ride here often and I will continue to come!!”
Sidney Cooke
2 years ago
“I recently booked an hour lesson at Mayfield for myself and my family and the lesson was amazing. Despite us all having different skill levels on a horse the teacher and staff were incredibly friendly and good at making it fun for everyone involved. The horses were brilliantly manored to! Would definitely recommend as a family activity.”
Natalia Lesz
11 months ago
“Mayfield is such an incredible riding school. My daughters and I started riding here over six years ago and we’ve now moved on to have two of our ponies here as liveries. The owners care so much about the horses and ponies - their welfare is put first. Staff are so talented in terms of teaching skills - we would never go elsewhere.”
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Overview
Mayfield Stables runs group lessons of maximum five riders, private sessions, and country hacks, all taught by BHS-qualified instructors including BHSI-level Melissa Garry. The BHS Pony Stars programme gives children who have plateaued a structured route to advance skills, knowledge, and confidence around horses. Birthday parties, pony days, and livery for families with their own ponies are also available.



