Dingle Horse Riding

Dingle Horse Riding
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Welcome to Dingle Horse Riding. Set on the dramatic and beautiful west coast of Ireland, we specialise in two hour to week long riding holidays for experienced riders, taking in all the beauty and exhiliration of the mountains and beaches the Dingle Peninsula has to offer. We also offer one hour mountain rides for novice/beginner riders.Our horses are mostly Irish sporthorses, with some draught, cob and appaloosa, ranging from 14hh to 17hh. We pride ourselves in having happy, well-cared for and well turned out horses, friendly knowledgeable guides and great routes designed for both fantastic riding and views. Beginner/novice riders can only be taken on the 1 hour mountain ride. Only riders intermediate/advanced experienced in the English style of riding, able to post/rising trot and ride two point/forward seat in canter can be taken to the beaches. Riders will be assessed in the arena before leaving the yard, and during the one hour ride. In the interests of safety, and at the discretion of the guide, riders judged to be beginner/novice or inexperienced in an English style of riding will not be taken to the beach.
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  • Elaine C
    France16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bucket list ✅
    I had a great hack up into the hills of Dingle! My guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. My horse was matched to my riding skills and it was pure joy to gallop along the path and some trots as well! I would definitely recommend riding here if you’re an equine enthusiast!
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 2 June 2024
  • Anne U
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful ride with a first-rate riding center
    I went on a 2.5 hour ride on the Shamrock trail and highly recommend Dingle Horse Riding. The trail has stunning views and my guide tailored my ride to my level. I wish I had had a chance to canter a little more but that's mostly on me because I initially told her that I wanted to start off a bit slow since it had been a while since I'd had the chance to ride. And to end the ride with some tea and a yummy scone was perfect.
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 14 June 2024
  • Markus H
    Guam, Mariana Islands10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    View of a lifetime
    This is an absolutely incredible experience. The views are breathtaking. Charming, wonderful family owned feel, they welcomed us into their home to share tea and scones after a long ride. Safe, fun and a once in a lifetime experience. -Dr. Hill, USA
    Visited August 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 13 August 2024
  • roxlaw
    Portage, Michigan81 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great fun and fabulous views
    All Fun! Do not hesitate for a moment to book a riding trip with this company. It’s a lovely welcoming atmosphere with 4 dogs wonderful guides Sophie and Alissa. 6-hour beach trip was a blast but not for the faint of heart. Shamrock trail was a lovely follow up. Bring a carrot for the horses or the pig and love on 4 big dogs. Highly recommended,
    Visited September 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 22 September 2024
  • zorionfarm
    Cartersville, Georgia6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A horse lover's "must do" in Dingle!
    Where to start? There are so many good things about Dingle Horse Riding Stables! My husband and I took the 2.5 hr. Shamrock Trail up into the hills of Dingle. The weather was less than ideal...rain blowing sideways...wind howling...and it was still my all-time favorite experience of my two weeks spent in Ireland! We are experienced riders, so tend to be a little disappointed in the quality of horses when we go trail riding on vacations. But these horses blew past all of my expectations. They were responsive and well behaved. Our experience felt much more like we were riding out with friends instead of a nose to tail trail ride. And the views will leave you breathless! We had the opportunity for lots of trotting and several nice canters along the way. Our guide was very friendly, easy to talk to, and clearly loves her job. The lovely added bonus was being invited into the house for coffee, scones, and some dog cuddling time after the ride. I highly recommend riding here and my husband and I will be back, for sure!
    Visited September 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 22 October 2024
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Mary S
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Family
Thank you, Susan! Our horseback riding experience with you was truly incredible. You expertly curated a day on horseback, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the beauty of the Dingle Peninsula. Despite our small group with varied ages and experiences, you and your staff accommodated us seamlessly, ensuring we had a fantastic day. This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will cherish forever.

Susan’s hospitality extended beyond the stables – from welcoming us into her home to attentively listening to our needs and providing excellent recommendations for local restaurants and shopping. Our two days in Dingle were nothing short of amazing.

For those with horseback riding in Ireland on their bucket list, Susan is the one to turn to. She takes exceptional care of her beautiful animals, employs a dedicated and respectful staff, and made our experience amazing. I hope to be lucky enough to return one day for another ride. Thank you!
Written 30 November 2023
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Sarah L
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5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Couples
This is a must-do in Dingle if you want to see amazing views of the countryside and get some animal time. The guides are kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. The trails are gorgeous and the horses are well-behaved and adorable. I had the time of my life and they even let me (an experienced rider) canter through the fog and sheep - it felt like a scene from a movie!
Written 15 October 2023
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Passenger730927
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Solo
Great experience! I was able to go on an advanced rider route with a singular guide. I really appreciated this so I was able to get the experience I wanted based on my riding level. The Shamrock trail was stunning! The horses are in great shape and you can see that they are taken care of properly. I love the facility and they have beautiful dogs that greet you when you arrive. Really nice touch of having tea and scones after the ride. Thank you for an experience I will never forget!
Written 29 September 2023
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Joanna H
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
We rode through many picturesque vistas of Dingle including an exhilarating ride along the beach. Our guide, Alicia, was very friendly and fun to spend the day with. The horses were exceptional to ride and were very healthy and well cared for. The stables were beautiful. We highly recommend Dingle Horse Riding.
Written 17 September 2023
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Courtney A
Temecula, CA6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Family
Our family of 5 and my sister’s family of 4 scheduled this ride for our Ireland travels. It was too windy the day we had originally booked, but Susan was able to accommodate us the following day. It was evident that their horses are well cared for and they are very thoughtful as to which horse they assign to each rider. Only one of us had ever been in an English saddle, so they made sure we were each comfortable before heading onto the trail. The views from the trail were amazing!! We all had so much fun. After the ride, we had tea and scones in Susan’s home and just sat and chatted with her and her staff, all of whom are lovely! So far, this has been one of the highlights of the trip for us!
Written 16 July 2023
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Louise T
Dublin, Ireland15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Solo
There are not enough stars to give this experience. It was incredible from start to finish. I’ve done a good few different treks in Ireland but this surpasses all of them. I’m a novice rider who rides regularly so have some experience riding. The horse I was given was a dream (cobs are the best) & I throughly enjoyed the little canters we had up the trail. The stables are immaculate, the tack is fantastic & it’s obvious animal welfare is a high priority here (very important to me). Susan & all at the centre were incredibly hospitable and welcoming. Patrick was a great guide. I will definitely return again! Thanks so much for a wonderful experience!
Written 12 August 2022
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Margret L
1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 • Friends
Myself and two others loved this ride and the amazing views. We all did not have experience on a horse, but were able to feel comfortable on the ride. The business is run out of the owner’s home which is not advertised on the website. She is super friendly and made us tea and scones after the ride. A little pricy but we had a great experience!
Written 31 January 2022
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Reiley Wieland
Ravenna, NE3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2022
From the moment I was greeted by a big dog named Blue, I was in heaven. The guide, Patrick, was knowledgeable about the area and local history and made the ride quite enjoyable. The views from the top of the mountain were breathtaking. Though I have a background in English riding, it's not my strongest writing style. I was nervous at first, but Patrick paired me with an amazing horse, Heather, that was steady on her feet and excited to be out on the trail. Cantering down the path on Heather was some of the most fun I have had on a horse in a very long time. I was so happy with my experience that I came back the next week!! That trip was even better. It did rain during the ride (it is Ireland, after all) but afterward, I was taken inside for a hot whiskey and scones. Susan, the owner, sat and chatted with me for quite some time. She is so personable and sweet, and she really cares about her horses. I can't wait to go back someday!
Written 26 February 2022
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Katie G
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2023 • Family
We really enjoyed our ride. The horses were exceptional! We rode Honey and Cookie. The scenery was spectacular. Galloping on the beach and riding in the water was a big highlight. We rode through the countryside on back roads which were lovely. It would have been nice to be on trails instead of roads. Riding in the river was fun and a new experience for us. Our guide Patrick was excellent. He was very experienced, kind, and shared his knowledge about the area as we rode along. He managed to gallop and videotape us at the same time! Highly recommend!
Written 30 June 2023
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Coyle Family
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Family
We done the Shamrock Horse-Riding trek on 10/7/21 as a family of 5. From start to finish it was the best experience of our holiday. The owner Susan and her staff were simply brilliant. The views of Dingle were breathtaking but the guides (Sophie & Charmaine) could not have done enough for us. Absolutely great value for money, and the trip finished with tea and scones in Susan's beautiful home, with some very excited and friendly dogs. An experience we'll never forget !
Written 13 July 2021
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