Sand Dune Susan was great - my Horse Benson was beautiful and very well behaved! will defiantly be back!

Beach ride October 24 Fantastic ride on wonderful ponies. The ponies were steady, sensible, and took care of us. Susan was great and was lovely to chat with during our morning. The beach was absolutely stunning and the hills we rode through on the way back were equally beautiful. We had a wonderful time!

Intermediate & Advanced 2-hour beach ride on 9/5/25@9:45 I had a fantastic excursion with Susan. She was friendly and engaging and let me ride at my own pace. Pongo was a very sweet boy who gave me a nice ride. The views from the cliffs were breathtaking.

I highly recommend Donegal Equestrian Center for an unforgettable experience. I wouldn’t change a thing!

2-Hour Intermediate/Advanced Beach Ride I thought everything was fantastic. I appreciated that you had safety gear available and that you assessed rider skill prior to taking me out. It dramatically increased the respect I have for the organization. My guide was lovely and the ride itself, and Casper, were fantastic. I had a wonderful experience.

Individual 1hr indoor My niece did the 1hr indoor lesson at 12 on Saturday 6th September. She really enjoyed it and the teacher made it interesting by eg making the riders guide their pony through parallel poles and shared lots of info about ponies and horseriding.

Sand dune hack … 10am Monday 26th August I came from England over on holiday, The staff are lovely and went for a hack out on Leo on the sand dunes . He was a gentle lovely horse . I went out with Chloe who was very friendly and really knowledgeable, She was so nice and I felt so comfortable with her as my guide . I absolutely loved the trek . The scenery was amazing , I learned a lot on the trek out and it was beneficial to my balance and confidence. Overall I highly recommend, I would definitely do it again ⭐️

Novice 11/2 hour dune ride 26/08/25 3.30pm Very well run, welcoming place. We visit every year and it is a pleasure to be called by name and remembered. 😁

1 Hour Beginner Group Experience Tuesday, 26 August 2025 @ 12:00pm - 1:00pm Great experience that the whole family could do together. Friendly staff. Great that we could be accommodated at such short notice.

Beginners group session, Saturday 16 August Great experience for our 7 and 10 year olds, lovely positive and fun instructors: they loved it

12 août 2015 Une magnifique balade sous le soleil (dunes et plage) accompagnée par 2 supers monitrices. Un grand merci à Rachel pour son professionnalisme et sa gentillesse et à sa collègue aussi.Merci aussi aux chevaux. Nous étions 3 d’une même famille. 2 cavaliers expérimentées et une cavalière un peu moins. La balade s’est déroulée en toute sécurité avec beaucoup de professionnalisme.Nous recommandons vivement ce centre équestre.

2 hour Beach ride Amazing experience, galloping down the beach and wandering through sand dunes - a brilliant way to spend an afternoon.

Beginner Our instructor looked after our two kids like her own, very impressed and will come back the next time we’re in the area!

30 min lesson for 2 beginners 3.15 on Monday Brilliant, the instructor was fab, the place is lovely, really well run

2h beach ride, group of three+ guide wonderful place, nice guide, strong,friendly horses
It was always our dream, to ride some day at a beach. But THAT beach, it was amazing, thank you for that experience

22/7/2025 09.45am Had booked a Novice sand dune ride for 2 hours for my 13 yr old grandson. He went on the ride with Rachel who was lovely, chatty and ideal company for him. He absolutely loved his ride on his horse ‘Katie’ and hopes to return again. The stables and other horses all looked well cared for and a good assessment of ability is undertaken before the ride. A 5 star experience.

1.5 hours beach ride 10.07.2025 Excellent all round
Brilliant

July 4, 2025 at 130pm Wonderful experience, well run and organized event. Friendly and helpful staff. Nice horses. The ride and landscape is breathtaking taking. This is my second time and will definitely come back again!

12.30pm 3/7/2025 Zoe really enjoyed her horse riding session with Fudge. This was her first time sitting up on a horse and Rachel was very kind and patient with her. She loved her pony Fudge and had a great time. Thanks 😊

Beginner Ride Our guide was wonderful, and the trip was enjoyable for all. Beautiful scenery and a nice peaceful walk!

Morning half hour first time ride I found the lady on the phone very accomedating regarding my situation. She sent me a booking that wasn't available and was needed for my son. The trainer was well knowledged, easily understood and spoken. She was great with the horses and my son has spent all week talking about Nutmeg the horse. If only we lived closer, we would continue booking sessions. All around amazing place, horses well looked after and good price for the level of attention recieved. You all done and amazing job with Dean and Nutmeg.

14/06/2025 at 12:00 You are very well organised and professional.Thank you so much.
You put a lot of effort into your work and we had a lovely experience.

1/2 hr 1-1 Chloe was fantastic with my daughter she was patient and kind. She learned so much in a 1/2 hr…she is now hooked!

beginner's experience You are AMAZING! Susan was our guide and she was great! We read the information sent to us ahead of time and found all of it to be clear and concise yet thorough. The horses are beautiful and well-loved. The process for the riding experience was perfect and went very smoothly, from the check-in to assessing our ability in the arena to hitting the sand dunes and returning. Your process works great to keep things running well and safely. Susan was clear with her instructions and was very friendly yet professional. She was also patient and reassuring with a bunch of novice riders. I cannot think of a single thing to change. This experience was the BEST part of our vacation in your beautiful country. Thank you for everything!!

Ride on the beach for 2 hours Yesterday I had a ride on the beach for two hours with Cloe. It was awesome. The landscape, the colours, the horses, the beach, the weather, the races and and and... Cloe is a very good teacher and you can feel, that she loves horses. The horses look very healthy and are in a good shape. So I had a perfect riding tour and can recommend the school without any daubt.

Sand dunes trek 26th April 2025 Really enjoyed the whole experience. Eleri was lovely and chatted away easily about our surroundings and other points of interest.The ride out on Benson was great. I would definitely do the experience again and recommend it to everyone I know. Thanks again

2Hr Intermediate Beach Ride 9.30am Sunday 13th April I really enjoyed the experience and loved cantering Pongo on the beach. All round a great day!

Intermediate/advanced 11/2 hrs beach ride We had lovely ride today with Susan, she was brilliant with two very rusty stiff ladies. The horses we were given were perfect, nice and steady and safe, but not plods, very responsive with lovely light mouths. Thank you for getting us back in the saddle and making our ride so enjoyable. Would highly recommend riding here to anyone looking for a relaxing ride.

1 hour complete beginner November 21st 11am We had a wonderful experience- the care taken with our youngest and the whole experience was perfect. We had two very nervous children who were sure they wouldn’t enjoy themselves but they can’t wait to go again now! Wonderful all alround.

Child's Beginner Absolutely fantastic experience. Had booked my beginner kids in. Lady doing the lesson was great with the kids, patient explained everything for them. Kids delighted and looking forward to going back!

Beginners, Wednesday, 11th September 2024, noon It was wonderful. I forgot how much I enjoyed riding and posting in a trot! Cloe, our instructor, was extremely patient and helpful and friendly. I am seriously thinking of taking up riding again due to her help! If we lived near that area, I would certainly be going more often!
The only thing I wish we could have done was ridden on the beach, but I understand why that was not possible given my companion's skill level and my not riding for some time. I would love to try again and have the beach experience.

2hr beach ride - Wednesday 18th @ 1:45pm Thoroughly enjoyed the 2hour beach ride on the beautiful Pongo! We went for a canter and gallop across Tullan Strand/Erne Estuary - and ended the excursion through the sand dunes. Highly recommend. Roisin was the utmost professional the entire duration and really made my day out a complete joy! Looking forward to returning again!

Novice 1.5 hour 2pm. 28/8/2024 My daughter had a great time as usual. This was her third or fourth time riding with you. It makes her holiday.
Wouldn't change a thing!

Intermediate/Advanced 2 Hour Beach Ride on Sept 2 at 10am Great experience! Everything was well organized and we loved the horses & staff.

2 hours beachside Tuesday 2 September I had a wonderful ride on the beach and dunes. Because I was a little off season it was only me and one leader so it felt very luxurious. My horse was good-humoured, sweet and easygoing
/Lena

Monday, 4pm group lesson Myself and my daughter had a really positive experience with you. This was our first time at the Donegal Equestrian Centre. I was really impressed by the quality of the tuition, the teacher really took the time to engage my daughter (who is generally a little shy, but loves horses!) and she felt so special afterwards. She learned a lot about kindness to animals aswell as receiving supportive instruction on handling the pony. She got so much out of this one hour lesson - thank you very much x

I too, really enjoyed the experience and was encouraged to take part in a way that benefited me too.

4 pm group ride for beginners We loved it! Our girls loved their horses and our instructors were top notch. It was perfect for our family.

Beginners 2pm Saturday 22/06/24 My expectations were met on every level. My tutor Roschine took great time and care to make sure I had a great introductory experience to the equestrian world.
Her teaching skills and gift of communicating meant I felt well equipped and confidant.
I would recommend anyone thinking of using the Donegal Equestrian Centre to do, it was great value for money and such fun.

Thank you for having me. I will definitely be back.

Best, Christine.

1 June 2024 - 4pm What an absolutely amazing experience. We did this activity as part of a hen party. The horse riding was so much fun. Most of us were beginners and the team explained everything really well so we all felt comfortable. We all had a great time. The horses are all so lovely as were the instructors. Thanks for everything!

Beginners...Saturday 1st of June It was my 7yr old son's firt time riding he was abit nervous and the girls teaching him put him at ease straight away ...they we're very clear on there instructions and chatted to him throughout the hole ride..Very friendly staff he had a fantastic time so much so its going to be our Saturday morning from now on 😊

Beginner Friday may 31 10am This was an awesome experience for us! We had an incredible time. Would highly recommend to others! Felt very comfortable and our guide was friendly and helpful. Benson and Clive were very good hungry boys and we had a lot of fun.

13:45 - 15:45 It was an amazing experience I hope I can go again another time. I was on Leo and it was really exciting because I was never on a tall horse like that before! I loved galloping on the beach and seeing the nature everywhere, the rabbits were adorable but Leo didn't think so😂 There's nothing I would really change I think.

Beach,sand dunes ride 2hr Great experience, lovely location, friendly staff.

12/5 @4pm It was my little girls first experience of riding a horse the instructor was amazing, very friendly and enthusiastic whilst giving clear instructions. Her little face lit up and she followed the basic instructions very well. Nutmeg was her horse and she loved her time with him, very well behaved horse for little learners. Thanks to all the team at Donegal Equestrian centre for helping fulfil a little girls dreams xxx

Beginner Lesson Lovely experience! The instructor knew exactly what she was doing, and the horses were cutie pies! Definitely recommend

Sand Dune 1 1/2 ride - beginners. 5/05/24 2.30pm We had a fab time and its something that we hadn't done before. I have to admit I was a little nervous but Susan our guide put us at ease and was lovely. Benson and Leo were perfectly behaved too. Would definitely recommend!

Beginner It was a brilliant experience. My daughter absolutely loved it as did I. The instructor was very patient with my daughter and reassured her alot. I would highly recommend it and will defo be coming back.

Novice 1hr 1/2 ride Beautiful views of the beach from the sand dunes. Beautiful horses and friendly staff. Highly recommend

Beach ride I booked this for my daughter for her birthday and she said it was the best experience she has ever had! Staff were lovely and so were the horses! Highly recommend and we will definitely return. Thank you so much for an amazing experience.

Beginners experience - lunch time on the beach What an experience! Very friendly staff and make you feel very secure throughout your experience. Animals are well looked after and know exactly what they’re doing. I would highly recommend this experience and would definitely do it again. Great services!

Half hour beginners ride Excellent, very enjoyable. Guide was very experienced and friendly

Beach ride and dunes Excellent ride, couldn't have asked for a better guide! The horses were wonderful, the stable was clean. Everything was provided, gave us helmets and boots. Our guide was super patient, making sure we were comfortable on the horse and in the saddle. The landscape was breathtaking. She even ordered the warm weather and sun out for us 🙂
I highly recommend. Roche - not sure if spelling correct, took photos for us, made sure we were confident and comfortable on the horse. Told us history about our surroundings, she was a perfect guide.

11/2 beginner experience and beach trek Great experience, staff were really helpful and friendly with great patience for beginners and well experienced. We will definitely be back as soon as we can be!

Half day September 21 I had a great time riding on Clive with my guide Roisin. It had been over a year since I had risen and it was great to get back in the saddle. Riding on the beach in Ireland has been on my bucket list since I was about 9- 20 years later I finally did it. Thank you for a wonderful experience

90 minute Beginner Thursday Sept 14,2023 I was amazed that Elerie could get me, a complete beginner, confidently able to ride Clive so quickly! She taught me in a clear, to the point, most efficient way. Clive was the perfect horse for me to learn with and we rode the dunes together most comfortably! I did not expect to be riding so quickly and I couldn’t be happier!!

Novice 30/8/2023 @ 10:30 Great instructor. She was patient and informative. First horse didn't work for me and after switching horses I was grateful for the full time of the ride. Thank you to the instructor whose name I won't butcher by trying to spell but it rhymes with Mary! So sorry. Thank you. I was very pleased with the experience.

Aug 30, 2023 2hr Advanced ride Chloe and the horses Enzo, Leo, and Dolly were exceptional. We were also very pleased with the horses overall health/appearance and the condition of the paddocks/grounds. The cantering on the beach was just as good as walking through the dunes. We will be sure to come back

Horse riding between beach and dune It was really amazing, and such wonderful landscape ! Thanks also to my guide who was at the top 😉

Beginner Lesson, 10 Aug, 12:00-13:00 We loved our experience! Even though after a short hour our bottoms already were sore, we wish the lesson could’ve been longer. We had such a wonderful time and time seemed to pass so quickly.
The staff is very friendly and informative and none of us felt uncomfortable nor rushed.

Thank you!!

August 4 at 14:00 As my 9 year-old granddaughter and I tour the entire country of Ireland, this riding lesson was a complete surprise for her. I'm happy to say she was thrilled.
After researching all the equestrian centers in the country, I chose the Donegal Equestrian Center, because they had lessons for every skill level of rider. My granddaughter is a complete novice, while I, 50 years ago used to be an expert, but now consider myself, almost a novice.
Our trainer was highly skilled, patient, fun, and allowed each of us to work at accomplishing the skill, and techniques of sitting a saddle properly, controlling the horse, posting properly, and so much more. It was a very in depth, and wonderful first time experience for my granddaughter.
Thank you so much Donegal Equestrian Centre for igniting the spark for the love of riding in my granddaughter.
After not riding for 50 years, I realize there is a huge amount I have forgotten. It's not quite like riding a bike. It was wonderful to be on horseback again. It brought back so many memories and I'm glad to be reminded of how to do everything properly.
When we return home to the USA, I'll see about getting her riding lessons.

Half hour beginner’s ride Orla had a wonderful time with Fudge- everything was so well organised and pitched at the perfect level for a 4 year old beginner. Her instructor was lovely, very friendly and patient. The rosette at the end was a lovely touch, thank you!

Beginner We had a lovely time at the centre. The staff were so friendly and encouraging. The horses were beautiful. We had a great lesson and a lovely walk up the lane.
Thank you so much for a great experience.

Friday 7th July 13 noon We took a family total beginners ride. 2 adults and 2 boys aged 4 and 7. It was perfect. Our boys were delighted with their ponies which were perfectly sized for them Billy Bob and Peggie Sue. The instructor (and assistant) who brought us around (sorry we actually can't remember her name!) was fun, friendly and more than expert at her job. She put us all at ease and made sure the horses did what they needed to. The horses were so gentle and our boys (and us) enjoyed it thoroughly. We would definitely recommend!

Beginner ride Roisin was an excellent instructor. I felt we have learned a lot in just an hour lesson.
It was really a lovely experience

Saturday @1.45, an hour and a half trek Brilliant.. Arrived and were greeted by Roisin. Professional, reassuring and very friendly but very very competent and safety conscious. Introduced us to our horses, my lad was Clive.. A lovely well muscled and incredibly bidable horse, already tac'd up and ready to rock. The boss was on treacle another fine equine. It was great to see all the stock in such fine shape, horses really well cared for.
After an indoor trial to ensure we were horse ready we set off on an incredibly relaxing trek. The views were just spectacular with lovely hidden trails through the dunes toward the beach and an equally relaxing and enjoyable trek back home. We were treated so well by Roisin, never rushed and inspired confidence the whole way. Very chatty, pointing out local landmarks etc. And let us get comfortable with our mounts. I really didn't want to part with Clive when we got back to the yard. The absolute best way to spend an afternoon. A perfect experience from beginning to end.

1 1/2 Beginner Ride If this isn’t on your bucket list it should be! Riding a horse on the beach in Donegal was the highlight of our trip. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and engaging. Thank you for the amazing memories!

Half Day Beginner Everything was perfect. This was the highlight of our whole trip. I have so many positive things I could share, but to sum it up we had the perfect instructor that took care to keep us safe and still have so much fun. She was the best! The ride itself was easy and the scenery was amazing. The horses chosen for us were calm and good-natured so you could just enjoy the experience and the beauty of riding through the dunes and on the beach without worrying. We truly loved everything and would highly recommend to all!

Cantering on the beach 18/5/2023 I'm very happy for a tour. Guide was a nice lady (forgot her name), I enjoyed her company. I appreciate your way to check that horse and rider go together before entering the stabel area. Personally I prefer fresher horse, but I know that easy going one is safer for unknown riders. I Will recommend you for my friends.

Beginner Excellent location for horse riding,
The staff was very nice to as ,
Recommend very much

Beach - 21/04/23 - 01:45 Really enjoyed our day, guide was highly competent and easy going.

Good fun had by all. Staff very friendly. Unfortunately, there is no coffee shop but kids had fun

26/2/2023 @ 13:45, dunes/beach family ride Absolutely amazing experience! I recommend it to anybody, as the centre canters for all categories and can be flexible as well. We already know we will come back a d bring friends.
Me and my two girls (8&11y.o.) (all horse riding for couple of years) went with 2 instructors for a walk/trot in the dunes and a bit on the beach. My older daughter separated from us with one instructor and went for on the beach - her dream coming true... All three of us enjoyed it really really very much!!!! The instructors were brilliant, very nice, flexible, took videos and pictures for us. The horses were beautiful, smart and so well behaved. We felt really safe. Thank you so much!!!

Had a great lesson with Rachel! 2ad 2ch had us all trotting and riding on our own in 1 hour highly recommend!! Great family experience!

We were a group of three beginner riders. We were first got briefed by a friendly staff and practised how to command the horse. It was a wonderful guided ride to the beach, up and down the sand dunes. We were very lucky with the weather, so we had a superb view of the ocean and the vast sandy beach! We will definitely go back there again!

01/09/22 beach/dunes intermediate ride It was such a magical wonderful experience. Thank you

I can’t put into words how amazing and magical the beach ride was. It was truly an unforgettable experience. It was one of the top highlights of my trip to Ireland and I hope to be back one day!