Business Details
Devon Horse Riding Holidays & Woodland Escapes
Established in a historic 300-acre estate in Devon, Easter Hall Park offers a unique blend of equine services, self-catering accommodation, and sustainable woodland management. Our family-run business provides year-round access to the Tarka Trail, with private woodland walks and direct trail connections for guests. We specialise in British Horse Society-approved riding instruction, carriage driving tuition, and livery services, catering to both experienced riders and beginners from age 3 upwards. Our 200-acre working farm features a fully equipped riding school with all-weather surfaces, while our Canada Wood division crafts eco-friendly log cabins and garden products from sustainably managed English woodlands. As a licensed Pony Club Centre, we combine traditional horsemanship with modern facilities, including retirement livery options and NVQ/BHS-certified training programs.Our self-catering log cabin accommodation welcomes pets and horses, positioned minutes from Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks, with easy access to Devon's coastal beaches. The business maintains a 5-star riding school rating from Torridge District Council, reflecting our commitment to quality and safety. We offer seasonal events, taster days, and bespoke equine experiences, supported by qualified instructors available 24/7 for horse care. Sustainability underpins all operations, from woodland management practices to low-carbon footprint construction methods. Our strategic location near Okehampton and the A386 makes us an ideal base for exploring Devon's natural attractions while providing immersive rural experiences on-site.
Services
Horse riding lessons
Carriage driving tuition
Livery services
Self-catering holidays
Woodland products
Pony Club activities
Gift vouchers
Equine training
Retirement livery
Event hosting
Highlights and features
- We offer BHS-qualified instructors with decades of combined experience
- Our 5-star rated riding school meets strict council standards
- Sustainable woodland management certified by UK forestry authorities
- Direct private access to the Tarka Trail for exclusive riding routes
- Family-friendly holidays welcoming pets and horses with flexible bookings
Associations and certifications
- Torridge District Council
- British Horse Society
- Pony Club Centre
- Haddon Training
- NVQ Registered
Services
Horse Riding Lessons
Professional riding instruction for all ages and abilities, delivered by British Horse Society-qualified instructors at our 5-star rated riding school. Lessons utilise both indoor and outdoor facilities with all-weather surfaces, accommodating group sessions and private tuition. Our programs cater to complete beginners through to advanced riders, with special focus on safety and horsemanship skills.
Carriage Driving Tuition
Comprehensive carriage driving instruction covering basic techniques through to competitive event preparation. Our courses include obstacle course practice and harness management training, led by experienced instructors with affiliations to the Great Western Harness Club. Equipment and horses provided for all skill levels.
Self-Catering Holidays
Luxury accommodation in authentic Canadian-style log cabins built from sustainably sourced English timber. Our pet-friendly cabins sleep multiple guests with modern amenities including fully equipped kitchens and shower facilities. Located within 200 acres of private woodland with direct access to the Tarka Trail network.
Livery Services
Full-service livery options including stabled, grass, and retirement care for horses and ponies. Facilities feature 24-hour supervision, all-weather riding surfaces, and shared use of training equipment. Specialised retirement packages include custom grazing management and regular health monitoring by qualified staff.
Woodland Products
Handcrafted Canadian-style log buildings and garden structures produced from sustainably managed English woodlands. Our products include residential cabins, stables, picnic tables, and cedar roofing shingles, all created using traditional techniques that maintain ecological balance through replanting programs.
Questions
Can I bring my own horse for riding holidays?
Yes, we offer livery services for guests bringing their own horses. Please notify us at booking.
Are riding lessons available for complete beginners?
Yes, our BHS-qualified instructors teach all ability levels, including complete beginners from age 3 upwards.
Do you offer accommodation for non-riding guests?
Our self-catering log cabin welcomes guests without horses, with full access to woodland trails and facilities.
How sustainable are your woodland products?
We practice certified sustainable forestry, replanting all felled trees to maintain ecological balance in our 90-acre woodland.
What local attractions are near your Devon location?
We're 30 minutes from Bude and Westward Ho beaches, between Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks with Tarka Trail access.
Reviews (5)
Steve Williams
Aug 24, 2021
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We arrived early, but this wasn't a problem. The place is a riding school and employ smart, polite and cheerfully chatty staff who I found as entertaining as the ride itself. Children (9-13 range) were completely new to riding horses and hesitant to start. Staff quickly eased their worries and the lesson started adorning safety gear and mounting. Box is provided to ease mounting. Horses were all very clean and very well looked after (seemed calm, happy and content). Ride was peaceful and really good fun. Thank you to all for a brilliant time. Everyone loved it, only down side is I'm being asked
Sonya Shields
Dec 25, 2020
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Had the most amazing time today at Easter Hall Park Stables. Everyone was so kind and encouraging. First time back on an horse for 26 years. Absolutely the best time ever. Luke, my ride was beautiful.
Prof Lotery
Dec 19, 2020
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Gail was very kind to myself and my two sons when Airbnb let us down badly and we suddenly found we had no place to stay after a long bike ride on the Devon Coast to Coast route. Her accomodation is very comfortable and she is a wonderful host. A great place to stay and a great hostess.
Becci
Nov 23, 2019
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Went here for a carriage driving taster day. Very welcoming & knowledgeable staff, happy horses everywhere. Thoroughly enjoyed the day here and highly recommend!
Briony Phillips
May 25, 2018
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The most relaxed my horse has ever been! The yard is very professionally run, with beautiful surroundings and a warm welcome every time :)
