About Us
The Margaret Haes Riding Centre is a charity. We bring the ‘Spirit of the Horse’ to some of the most vulnerable people, through our programmes of riding; equine care; and social connection. Horses touch the lives of people, helping them to heal and to embrace the new and the possible. Our purpose is to empower children and adults with learning disabilities, physical and mental health disabilities, and emotional and social challenges; to lead active, healthy and fulfilling lives through equestrian activities. To have a positive impact on the health and well-being for all our riders and volunteers. independent charitable organisation which has helped hundreds of people with a disability, young and old, enjoy the experience of riding ponies over the West Pennine Moors in the Holcombe area of Bury.
We have been carrying out our life-changing activities for over 50 years. Learn More
Volunteers
Margaret Haes Riding Centre relies on the input and support of volunteers — people who want to share in the fun and excitement and be part of the environment that brings horses and people together for such great benefit.
We need volunteers with a wide range of skills — not just those who help with riding , but also fundraisers, committee members and people to help with a bit of DIY. We need help even for as little as one hour every week. We will show you what to do and maybe even provide you with coffee and biscuits! More Info
Pony Days
Pony Days at the Margaret Haes Riding Centre run during the school holidays (usually Friday but please ask for other days).
The aim is to balance fun and responsibility with each rider required to look after their own pony involving most of the activities that is required if you had your own horselearn more
Birthday Parties
Why not celebrate your child’s birthday or special occasion with us?
These parties are tailored to suit children’s ages, riding ability and are suitable for both riders and non riders.learn more
Lessons
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Latest News
BHS Changing Lives Through Horses – Now Taking Referrals for 2024/25
Margaret Haes Riding Centre is a British Horse Society Approved Centre and part of the British Horse Society’s Changing Lives Through Horses programme – an alternative education programme where children[…]
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Three Peaks Achievement
They did it!! Yippee!! In 69 hours, 8 friends from Manchester and Liverpool climbed the three highest peaks in Wales, England and Scotland. They also cycled between the peaks and[…]
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Riding Centre Saved!
The news we have been waiting for! Dreams can come true! The continuation of the Margaret Haes Riding Centre on the edge of Holcombe Moor was under threat for the[…]
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