Ashford Equestrian Centre

Just a two minute trot from the doors of the magnificent Ashford Castle on the edge of Connemara mountains in County Galway, Ashford Equestrian Centre utilizes the 3000 acres of the beautiful estate for a variety of memorable treks.

Ride through 3000 acres of the beautiful and magnificent estate of Ashford Castle, once the 18th century home of the Guinness family. Ashford Equestrian Centre specializes in groups of four to six, with four hours of riding each day. With Ashford Equestrian Centre you can set forth each day and explore the mountains, valleys and forests of this romantic area, featured in "The Quiet Man" film.

Set in County Galway, between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask, within riding distance of the Connemara Mountains, Ashford Equestrian Centre is surrounded by areas of outstanding natural beauty.

Ashford Equestrian Centre actively breeds and trains quality Connemara Ponies, Irish Draughts and Irish Sport Horses. Ride these famed Irish horses on your holiday and get to places seldom seen.

Itineraries are flexible, based upon interests and experience levels. Non-horse riders can enjoy a plethora of other activities on the grounds of Ashford Castle, including golf, falconry, fishing, archery or clay pigeon shooting.