Horse Riding in Northern Suburbs

Where the northern suburbs give way to open paddocks, Woodlands Trail Riding operates out of Woodlands Lodge on St Johns Road in Oaklands Junction. Its guides lead riders across farmland, and the rise of the land opens out a wide view that takes in the skyline and the bay.

The business mixes guided tours with lessons, pony rides on a lead and equine assisted sessions – and for parties and work groups, it arranges private rides and discounted group pricing.

What makes it work for a group outing:

• Staff choose a mount for every guest based on build and experience, so novices and seasoned riders can share a ride
• Seven-year-olds and up can go out on the trail, once a parent or guardian signs off
• Toddlers through to seven-year-olds get led pony rides – a good fit for a younger child's party
• Every rider wears a safety helmet, provided by the centre
• Guides capture photos and footage of the ride, ready to download later

Send the team an email outlining headcount and the occasion, and they will come back with a group price.