Slieve Aughty Riding Centre

Slieve Aughty Riding Centre is a family run business founded in 1986 by a Dutch couple who created their peaceful Irish life in this idyllic setting. Over the years the business has thrived, now with over thirty horses and ponies and literally thousands of satisfied guests.

Slieve Aughty Riding Centre is situated in the west of Ireland, about 45 minutes from Galway and close to Burren. Its surroundings are remote, quiet and peacefully removed from the stresses of city life, a perfect place for a quiet trail-ride or demanding cross-country trek.

Slieve Aughty Riding Centre is also home to an English-language school where students have to the opportunity to work closely with horses while learning English. A friendly and relaxed atmosphere pervades the centre, both in the house and on the farm. Boarders also enjoy the large organic garden and its fresh bountiful produce. Gourmet food, fresh air and good Irish horses add up to a memorable riding holiday in the West of Ireland.

Slieve Aughty Riding Centre is a place for the keen cross-country rider, with plenty of challenging cross country courses. It is also a place for novices to enjoy a quiet trail ride and explore the beautiful Irish countryside on horse back. They offer special riding programmes for competitive riders, students, and children.

Slieve Aughty Riding Centre offers Intensive Training Holiday, a five day intensive lesson on various disciplines including dressage, showjumping and cross-country jumping for riders from novice-to advanced level. Slieve Aughty also offers a more relaxed three to four day trail riding holiday.