Horse Riding in the Darling Downs Countryside

Trail Rides for Groups and Celebrations

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Splendacrest Stables - horse riding in Toowoomba

From $150pp

Riders of every level can join the shorter trail ride, and the guides match each person with a suitable horse before setting off.

Choosing a Trail Ride

Saddling up in the Darling Downs Countryside means heading to Preston, the locality where Splendacrest Stables operates as a family riding school. Founded by Jay Randle, it combines lessons and endurance work with guided outings for groups.

Pricing begins From $150 per person, so this is a planned occasion rather than a spur-of-the-moment pony ride.

Three kinds of group the Preston stables caters for:

Social riders, who head out with a trail guide in small parties capped at six on the shortest outing.
Workplaces, whose away-days use equine-assisted learning to build teamwork, with a midday meal part of the deal.
Children under 12 celebrating a birthday, who spend two hours brushing and riding the school's horses.
Seasoned riders, who can choose a three-hour ride or a whole day broken by a picnic in the paddocks.
Families or friends wanting a picnic spot, since garden settings near the paddocks can be hired with or without catering from the stables.

Groups mixing first-timers and old hands should stick to the guided introductory ride, which every level can manage.
The longer outings involve more trotting and cantering, so ask the trail guides to assess anyone unsure of their skills.
Bigger parties than six get split for the shorter ride, so check how the stables runs back-to-back groups.
For a kids' birthday, the hosts supply the party food, so plan a picnic for after the horses.

Weather, waivers and gear at Splendacrest Stables

All riders put their name to a liability waiver before setting off.
Ask which safety gear the school lends and what footwear riders need.
Rides are in the open, so ask how heat, rain or a summer storm changes the booking.
Chilly mornings on the range call for warm layers that can come off as the day warms.

Common Questions About Group Trail Rides

Which Downs locality has trail rides for groups?

Preston, where Splendacrest Stables runs guided rides, kids' parties and corporate days from its property.

How much is a group ride at Splendacrest Stables?

It starts From $150 per person. Longer rides and team days are worth quoting separately.

Is there a riding party for under-12s in the Darling Downs Countryside?

Yes. Splendacrest Stables runs two-hour children's birthdays with grooming as well as riding.

Can a company run a team day with horses out on the Downs?

Yes. The Preston stables offers team-building programs built on equine-assisted learning, lunch included.