Welcome to Dingle Horse Riding. Set on the dramatic and beautiful west coast of Ireland, we specialise in two hour to week long riding holidays for experienced riders, taking in all the beauty and exhiliration of the mountains and beaches the Dingle Peninsula has to offer. We also offer one hour mountain rides for novice/beginner riders.

One Hour Mountain Ride - Cnoc an Chairn

Our one hour mountain trek goes up and over the hill behind the stables, giving spectacular views of Dingle, the harbour and beyond. On a clear day you can see Macgillycuddy's Reeks and Skellig Michael. This ride is suitable for beginners, the horses are surefooted and reliable. For experienced riders there are places for trots and canters and the group may be split if there are mixed abilities.

Two Hour Mountain and Beach - Dingle Beach


Our two hour ride is a good option for experienced riders who don't have time for a half or full day ride. The first hour follows the same route as the one hour on the mountain above Dingle. The second hour rides down through the town and onto the beach by the mouth of Dingle Harbour. Fungie is often spotted as we make our way along the sand towards Hussey's Folly Tower, although on the way back we may be going too fast for wildlife watching! These rides usually leave the stables at 11am, and are tide dependent. If the tide is high we have an alternative route for the second hour, which has a place to canter and fords the river at Milltown before returning to the stables. For mixed ability groups it is good to ride together for the first hour, before the experienced riders can enjoy an increase of pace for the second hour whilst those less experienced can return to the stables and recover their legs.

Inch


The Connor Pass

Coming down on the northern side of the peninsula.
Meg, Fushia, Ranji and Blasket

Cookie

Cookie was born at the stables in May 2008. Shown in the photo above (with mum Liath) when she was a day old, so she is a little bigger now!
Cookie with Ranji

Half Day Ride - Ventry

Our half day ride is 3 hours long and for experienced riders only. The ride leaves the stables and goes down to the stony beach at Burnham. It then follows the back roads to reach the huge sandy beach of Ventry. On the way home we cross the hills at Cathairbosine, giving great views of Ventry Harbour behind us and Dingle harbour to the front.

Dingle Beach




Elaine Waters

I first came to Dingle Horse Riding on holiday in 2000, and fell in love with Dingle, the horses and the scenery. I returned every year until I (finally) got the job.
I have lived and worked at the stables since May 2008, and am now the main trail guide as well as a qualified bridle and harness maker. http://www.uiscesaddlery.blogspot.com/
In my spare time I take Skye to the beach, make bridles and write blog posts. I hate tomatoes.