Experience the Howden Difference: Focused Riding and Exceptional Horse Care.
Situated just outside Howden on the A614 towards Holme Upon Spalding Moor, Howden Equestrian Centre is a British Horse Society Highly Commended riding school dedicated to providing a quality learning experience.
We stand apart by offering more private and small group lessons, allowing our experienced and BHS-qualified instructors to concentrate on your individual development and create truly well-rounded riders.
Our commitment extends to animal welfare and education, principles upheld by our fully insured and East Riding of Yorkshire Council license (Number AA3243511).
Our yard consistently meets the highest standards, as evidenced by our annual BHS Highly Commended status and 5-Star rating from the ERYC, which rigorously assess all aspects of our operation.
Backed by over 80 years of combined coaching experience and led by our BHS Level 4 Senior Coach, BHSAI (ITT) & BHS Accredited Coach, our team comprises of qualified BHS or ABRS professionals.
As a small and friendly centre, we place the utmost importance on your enjoyment, progress, and the loving care of our carefully chosen horses and ponies, ensuring the best possible experience for every rider.
About us
The Team :
Janice Chadwick - Head Instructor BHS Accredited professional, BHS Stage 4 Senior Eventing & Dressage Coach, Stage 4 Groom, Stage 3 Complete Horsemanship Coach & (APC).
BD Listed trainer.
Andrew Chadwick - Instructor BHS Accredited Professional - BHS Stage 3 Complete Horsemanship Dressage, Stage 3 Centre Coach & Bishop Burton National Diploma Equitation.
Yard Manager & Stable Management Coach -
Jenna Whitaker - BHS Accredited professional,
BHSI Stable Manager (Stage 5 performance centre manager), Stage 5 Business Manager & UKCC I.
Katie Smith - Instructor - BHS Stage 2 Coach in Complete Horsemanship & Bishop Burton Level 3 Equine, & BSc Equine sports science & coaching.
Catherine Jewsbury - Instructor - BHS Stage 2 Care and BHS Stage 1 Complete. ABRS Equestrian Coach Level 1.
We are delighted to have been awarded BHS "Where to train" & BHS Examination Centre status.
We are also rated as "Highly Commended" across the board by the BHS which includes Horse Welfare, Tuition standards, and Legislative Compliance by the British Horse Society.
In 2020 we were the first riding school to be awarded 5 STARS by ERYC.
