The Dartmoor Crossing

Difficulty

Challenging

Comfort

Midscale

Weight limit

95 kg / 209 lb

A truly outstanding world-class 8 day/7 night progressive ride around Dartmoor staying at luxury hotels and cosy Dartmoor pubs each night.

Treat yourself to a unique riding adventure, enjoy fabulous horseback riding across the fascinating Dartmoor landscape. On our high quality, forward going, beautiful Quarter horses.

Let us lead you through mesmerizing landscapes, guiding you past ancient settlements, neolithic stone circles, historic tin mines, and the enchanting beauty of Dartmoor's forests. This immersive experience will allow you to appreciate both the cultural heritage and the natural wonders of Dartmoor.

Historic routes

Phil H. is the provider and guide of this trip

5.0 5 reviews

The provider speaks: English

Farmed on Dartmoor all my life, using horses to gather and move the cattle and sheep. started doing tours of Dartmoor 12 years ago. Riding in the spectacular open spaces Dartmoor offers.

Tour highlights

Explore one of the UK’s last wilderness

Dartmoor is a fantastic place to ride, it’s one of the UK’s last wilderness’ and is best viewed through the ears of a horse. Take in the peace and sample the atmospheric beauty Dartmoor has to offer.

Route details

Arrive pm/evening check-in at the Castle Inn, Lydford or another fantastic local pub.

Difficulty

Challenging

Tour provider's comments

INTERMEDIATE: A rider who is confident and in control in all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.

The intermediate rider has ridden several different types of horses and can independently manage a horse’s care. Their seat is secure, they are able to control a horse at walk, trot and canter and do not apply unintentional aids to the horse when they lose balance or become unseated.

They know how to rise or post to the trot and ask for and obtain a specific lead or change in lead. They are capable of riding a less experienced horse and helping in that horse’s training. They are able to train/compete at a more advanced level with a trainer’s assistance. The rider is knowledgeable about different horse breeds and disciplines. He or she knows basic horse conformation and can detect lameness issues.

Accommodation

Comfort

Midscale

Hotel

7 nights

Our accommodation is usually at the ‘Castle Inn’, Lydford and we use them first if they have room, however we have a selection of other local Inns we use.

Extra £260 for single occupancy.

A 16th century Devonshire pub with thirteen bedrooms, situated in the historic and picturesque Dartmoor village of Lydford.

Travel recommendations

Group meeting place

England, Devon County, Okehampton

Tour conditions

Included

accommodation in en-suite room with colour TV and wi-fi;
breakfast, lunch and after ride tea & cakes.

Extras

transfers to and from airport/station etc (available at nominal charge)
evening meals (where you stay has a restaurant)
protective wear, i.e. boots, hard hats (mandatory), back protectors (optional).
chaps, waterproof coats. (slicker type recommended)

Group size

up to 10 tourists

Duration

8 days

7 nights

It's important to know

Meldon Farm sits at 800 ft, we rise to 2,000ft where it can be quite a bit cooler than at the farm, we strongly recommend warm riding wear and good riding waterproofs, a long slicker type is usually the most practical

Riding hat, mandatory;
Boots with heels are also mandatory;
Comfortable warm riding wear, jeans, polo shirts, jumpers, fleece shower-proof coat etc.
Chaps full or half. (optional)
Waterproof coat, ‘Drizabone’ slicker type is recommended
Lip balm and sun cream
Casual evening wear

Tour reviews

5.0

Based on 5 reviews

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Tracy

1 Sep, 2023

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I cannot speak highly enough of this place. It was an absolute dream of a day. The horse enthusiasts were incredible, the horses themselves were magnificent, and it was the most enjoyable experience EVER! Thank you 🙌

1 Sep, 2023
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Natasha

3 Jun, 2023

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Today, I participated in a Western Experience Day and had an absolute blast! The horses were stunning and impeccably cared for, the facilities were fantastic, and the attention to detail was exceptional. The instructors were wonderful, ensuring our safety while allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the action-packed, fun-filled day. The food provided throughout the day was delicious, and I highly recommend paying a visit here.

3 Jun, 2023
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Amy

19 Jul, 2022

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Excellent place, great location, friendly people!

19 Jul, 2022