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    Snowdonia Riding Stables

    216 Reviews
    #1 of 14 Outdoor Activities in Caernarfon
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    Outdoor Activities, Horseback Riding Tours
    Open Now: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    Waunfawr, Caernarfon LL55 4PQ, Wales
    Open today: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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    “Highly Recommend ”

    A lovely setting and beautiful horses that are well cared for. The young lady who lead our trek... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Dream474177
    via mobile
    “1.5 hour pony trek”

    My son and I really enjoyed the scenic trek in the countryside. He's a novice but found it... read more

    Reviewed November 3, 2018
    Kim B
    via mobile
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    • Excellent89%
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    “mountain ride”(19 reviews)
    “experienced riders”(16 reviews)
    “hour trek”(11 reviews)
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Highly Recommend

    A lovely setting and beautiful horses that are well cared for. The young lady who lead our trek yesterday was just brilliant. My husband had never rode before but she gave him lots of help and support and was very patient. Will definitely return when...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    Thank Dream474177
    Reviewed November 3, 2018 via mobile
    1.5 hour pony trek

    My son and I really enjoyed the scenic trek in the countryside. He's a novice but found it perfectly fine especially as we did Lots of trotting. Thank you! Kim & Shane Blackwell

    Date of experience: November 2018
    1  Thank Kim B
    Reviewed October 30, 2018
    Nice horses

    A nice riding tour on good horses where the tour guides made sure that every rider got the tour they could master.

    Date of experience: April 2018
    1  Thank MonicaM6826
    Reviewed October 8, 2018
    Perfect Morning

    We booked a half day pony trek with the Snowdon riding school, and really didn’t know what to expect, my partner and I are beginner riders so have to say we were a tad worried our ability wouldn’t be suitable for the activity, but upon...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Kirsty9248
    Reviewed September 27, 2018 via mobile
    LOVED IT!!!!

    Had an amazing half day rising with these guys. I have not been on a horse for about 20 years but loved it and felt completely in control and safe the whole time. My little Poby Star really was a star and managed to put...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank JLawlor
    Reviewed September 16, 2018 via mobile
    Gorgeous scenery, Beth was amazing

    Went to Snowdonia Riding Stables with a few work friends as a member was leaving. Our lead on the day was Beth. Beth was absolutely fantastic with us and took into consideration that our team had various riding experiences. She therefore took us to the...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Amy L
    Reviewed September 10, 2018 via mobile
    1.5hr trek

    A friendly team of people equally considerate of experienced and very novice riders. Horses are very well behaved and very tolerant of inexperienced riders. We went in a group with quite wide ranging ability but were sent ahead for canters and on a short detour...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank luvvydarling
    Reviewed September 1, 2018 via mobile
    Fab day out

    We had the most excellent experience. Went on one hour family trek. Was just us five in the group, three adults and two children 6-8 years. All novice riders and all catered for. Felt very safe and got to tick one off my bucket list...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Carole P
    Reviewed September 1, 2018 via mobile
    Long overdue hack in beautiful Wales. Beth was fantastic, thank you.

    We decided to do something different for a staff member leaving, and chose horse riding in the local area, Snowdonia Riding Stables. From booking to finishing, the customer service was fantastic. Our lead on the day was a lady called Beth. All I can say...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Lisa0482
    Reviewed August 31, 2018 via mobile
    Fab ride!!!

    Myself and my daughter (age 11)went on a 1 and 1/2 hour ride this afternoon,we had a fantastic time..all abilities are catered for. We got lots of trotting and cantering in ,and beautiful scenery. They have lots of horses and all well looked after. Professional...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
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    Sarah J
    September 15, 2018|
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    Response from Anna B | Reviewed this property |
    Yes, all the hacks (except the all day mountain one) are open to a range of abilities.
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    afmIE
    August 30, 2018|
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    Response from Mel H | Property representative |
    Hi we provide helmets for the ride. You would need to wear boots with a flat heel. Many thanks Mel
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    Sharon M
    August 16, 2018|
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    Response from Mel H | Property representative |
    Hi, the hours countryside ride is £25pp kind regards Mel
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