Willowbrook Riding Centre lies between the South Downs and the sea in the semi rural village of Hambrook. A family run riding school and livery yard with a friendly, informal atmosphere. The riding school is open all year round and we offer lessons and hacking for anyone over the age of 2 and a half with a maximum weight of 16st. The riding school is situated close to the West Sussex/Hampshire border, about 4 miles from Havant, Hampshire and Chichester, West Sussex.

• Lessons for all ages and abilities.
• A Large Floodlit menage
• Private or Group Lessons available.
• Hacking on the Sussex Downs.
• Children’s pony mornings. 
• School horses and ponies for sale.
• Maximum of 6 in a lesson or hack.
• We offer Full Livery.
• Open 5 days a week (Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays).
• Informal and friendly instructors.
• Nervous and Novice Riders welcomed.
• Vouchers available.
• B & B accommodation.

At Willowbrook Riding Centre you will receive a pleasant and warm welcome from our team - Christine Hirlehey, Kerry Reed and Leah Padmore. We are here to cater for your equestrian needs from basic lessons to long enjoyable hacks.

Cancellation Policy

 - The Cancellation Policy applies to all bookings.

 - If at least 48 hours notice of Cancellation is given then 
the lesson or hack can be re-booked for a future date.

- In the event that less than 48 hours notice is given the full cost of the lesson will be charged.


Riding Attire - safety and comfort

- All riders must wear a riding hat which complies with the necessary safety standards of the Association of British Riding Schools.

- Riders may hire a riding hat free of charge.

- All riders must wear suitable footwear. If footwear does not have a suitable sole and heel, riding boots will be provided free of charge.

- We ride in all weathers so please ensure that your clothing is suitable for the weather.

The horses at Willowbrook

The horses are all fit and healthy and have annual vet inspections to ensure they remain fit. They are not used for more than 4 hours a day, however they rarely do four hours and most do little work except at the weekends. They also have at least two complete days off a week to ensure they are well rested and don’t “switch off” to the rider. As an extra treat during the year all the horses and ponies are regularly given carrots and on a rotation basis the horses are given treats such as salt licks to ensure they feel well looked after too. As to us making sure the horses are happy and healthy is top priority.