Bensville Riding School
ProHighlights
- Pony party package with a 20-minute ride for every young guest, horses chosen to match each rider and fitted helmets supplied
- Undercover party area with tables, chairs, tablecloths and a barbecue, so families can bring their own food and cake
- Gentle beginner trail rides at walking pace for two to six riders, booked ahead with no walk-ins taken
About Bensville Riding School
Bensville Riding School is a family-run riding school on a green property in Bensville. Alongside lessons and holiday programs, it hosts pony ride birthday parties for children and runs gentle trail rides that suit beginners and families. A birthday booking gives every child a 20-minute ride on a pony picked to suit them, with fitted helmets and a safe fenced arena. The family then has the grounds for 2.5 hours, including an undercover party area with tables, chairs and tablecloths. There is a barbecue and a place to warm food, but no on-site catering, so families bring their own spread and cake. Parties need at least 10 riders, and extra riders are added for $45 each. Riders must be three or older, and the ride can fit before or after games, presents and lunch. Send an enquiry with your preferred date to hold the booking. The trail rides are slow and steady, walking pace only, and suit first-timers who want a calm introduction to horses. Each ride takes two to six riders, and the two-rider booking is listed at $150. Private trails can be arranged on request, and extra rides are offered on weekdays and in school holidays. Every rider needs long pants and enclosed shoes with a heel, and helmets are supplied on the day.
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Full payment is taken when booking. Cancellations made 48 hours or more ahead can be held as credit, and later changes are not refunded.
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Frequently asked questions
What is included in a pony birthday party at Bensville Riding School?
Each child has a 20-minute pony ride on a horse matched to them, with a fitted helmet and a fenced arena. Your group then has 2.5 hours on the property, with tables, chairs, tablecloths and barbecue facilities set up in a covered party space.
How many children do we need, and how old must riders be?
Party bookings need a minimum of 10 riders, and each extra rider is $45. Children must be at least three to ride, and the school welcomes riders of every age and ability.
Can we bring our own food and birthday cake?
Yes. There is no on-site catering, but self-catering is allowed. The party area has a barbecue, facilities for warming food, and tables and chairs set up under cover.
How much does a trail ride cost and how many people can go?
A two-rider trail is listed at $150 for the pair, and each trail takes between two and six riders. Private trail rides are available on request, and every ride must be confirmed in advance as walk-ins are not accepted.
What should riders wear and when should they arrive?
Riders need long pants and enclosed shoes with a heel, ideally boots, plus sunscreen. Helmets are provided. Arrive about 10 minutes early so there is time to complete the yearly waiver form and collect a helmet.
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Sarah de Rooy
6 months ago
This place is truly amazing. My little one started riding here about 18 months ago. She has always loved horses, but the guidance she has received from Chantelle has taken that love to another level. Her teaching is con…
Katie Hasler
7 months ago
bensville riding school is an amazing place to learn chantelle is a great riding instructor my daugher has come a long way and given her confidence riiding .with chantelles guidance. the horses are loved and top quali…
Sandra Delaforce
7 months ago
"Bensville Riding School (BRS) is easily the best riding school I’ve visited. Chantelle is an incredible instructor with a wealth of experience that shows in every lesson. She is remarkably patient and has a gift for co…
Donna Harrison
10 months ago
Bensville Riding School is fun and pleasant place to learn how to horse ride. I was 42 years old when I had my first lesson there. I was immediately accepted even though I was middle aged and a true novice with riding. T…
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