Horse Riding Holidays In The Emerald Isle

Ireland’s wealth of historical culture has lead to an increase in tourism during the last thirty years and the celebrations for St Patrick’s Day are famous on a world-wide scale, and celebrated the world over too! Ireland is as much about enjoying the scenery and history as it is getting active and trying something for the first time or just developing your skills in your chosen hobby.

Ireland boasts 27 racecourses with 300 meetings annually and plenty of horses for sale at shows including Goffs, with the premium of Irish horse stock shown. There are also fairs to visit including the Dublin Horse Show which is the biggest however many smaller fetes have more specialist areas. Ireland also boasts a purpose built attraction, The Dartfield Horse Museum to explore the relationship between man and horse through the activities and exhibits.

The spectacular back drop and ancient beauty of the isle means this has to be a great place to experience riding a horse at whatever level of experience you have. Novices are accepted along-side experienced and professional riders and holidays can be catered for anyone. Many equestrian holidays on offer with schools offering their unique situations and interpretation the horse riding holiday. Certain accommodations will have particular restriction in place but most are willing to accept any level of experience from young to old and beginner to expert.

Over the last twenty years many equestrian schools have joined forces to make a touring circuit and have become internationally renowned. Whatever your preferred scenery you are able to go horse riding amongst some of the most spectacular scenery that can be seen from the range of coastal mountains to low central plains. The riding schools are located in most counties and many offer a range of activities other than horse riding.

There are several riding schools that also offer tuition in the English Language open to persons over the age of 12 especially with international clientele in mind, with instructors certified in International studies and Communication studies and have the relevant certificates. Some holidays specialize for the adult market (30 years and over) who are novices offering a fortnight intensive training to kick start a new hobby. These type of centers are likely to be on the quieter side and have a romantic feel and instructions are given in very small groups with riding instructors present at all times to ensure safety.

Particular holidays can provide a joint activity of golfing and horse riding for your stay with impressive and difficult golf courses to enjoy. The natural lay of the land has developed some dramatic features to augment the scenery of your horse riding or golfing activities. There are holidays available on farms who provide horse riding as part of their activity package alongside other farm based activities which is particularly exciting for young people or people who just love rural life who can enjoy the life style of the farm.

If you’re looking for a retreat with an equestrian theme and want to enjoy a unique and cultural experience then selecting an Irish horse riding package is the ideal rural peaceful and gorgeous setting. Information is available via the Irish tourist board.

By: Chelsea Michaels

Article Source: http://www.directorys.uniquearticles.info

Chelsea is a freelance author, writing occassional overviews on Equestrian for anythingequine.co.uk, who specialise in a range of yard boots and riding hats.

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