Welcome to Cantref Riding Centre, the only horse riding centre situated on the Brecon Becaons! You are ensured a warm welcome from everyone at Cantref which has been run by the same family for over 40 years.
We offer riding for all abilities. The 20 minute ride (£11 per child; £13 per adult) is suitable for the beginner rider and for children aged 4 - 6 years. The ride takes place in the riding school with a member of Cantref staff.
The Cantref Red Kite Ride (£19 per child; £21 per adult) is suitable for beginner and novice riders aged 6 years and over. The ride takes place around the farm on bridleways with minimal roadwork. There are some spectacular views of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons. The ride remains at the walk and is the ideal ride for families with younger children and is approx. 1 hour.
The Brecon Beacons Explorer ride (£32 per rider) is approx. 2.5 hours long and goes up onto the Brecon Beacons. Please note that children must be 11 years. The ride is suitable for all abilites and there are opportunites to canter for the more experienced riders, conditions permitting.
The Welsh Pony Trails (£57.50 per rider) takes you into the heart of the Brecon Beacons with a lunch stop en route. Please note that children must be 11 years and over and a packed lunch is required. Packed lunches are carried in the sadlebags.
The ride is suitable for all abilities and there are opportunites to canter for the more experinced rider, conditions permitting.
B.S. hats are provided free of charge and must be worn at all times. Basic instruction is given before every ride. Please wear suitable clothing - long trousers, strong shoes, waterproof jacket and suncream. Every effort is made to ensure all riders have an enjoyable ride.
Please note that are weight restriction is 16 stone.
All rides are escorted by experienced and friendly guides who hold recognised qualifications and First Aid Certificates.
Please note that children must be 4 years and over to ride at Cantref.
Please note that times include a brief demonstration and instruction.
Prices
20 minutes child - £11.00, 20 minutes adult - £13.00,
Cantref Red Kite ride child - £19.00, Cantref Red Kite ride adult - £21.00
Brecon Beacons Explorer ride - £32.00 , Welsh Pony Trails Ride - £57.50
Group Rates available upon request for groups of 10 people and over.
Please note that children must be 4 years and over to ride at Cantref.
Open all the time
Daily (winter may be limited) 10.30am - 5.30pm