Testimonials
Below are a selection of testimonials from our clients over the years. More can be seen in the review section of our Facebook Page
Kim Thorndike | December 2022
"I would highly recommend Poplars Farm riding School. I have been riding there for 6 years and in that time I have been coached from a nervous novice rider to now competing successfully BD!! All levels are catered for with a lovely range of very well looked after horses. Professional, friendly, supportive teaching with a welcoming atmosphere!! "
Christine Edwards | November 2022
"I have been riding at Poplars Farm for the last 9 years and have seen a transformation in my riding ability since starting. Pip and the team of instructors share a passion for providing excellent instruction in a clear and concise way, whilst still making it fun. Having a variety of horses and ponies to suit all levels and abilities, from beginner to advanced, all riders are catered for. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming and it's visible to see that the horses are well cared for and looked after. Whether you want to progress through the levels or have a leisurely hack, Poplars Farm is the place to go."
Sophie Gordon | April 2021
"100% genuine, caring and fun staff! Beautiful horses and ponies in a gorgeous setting! I'm on my 7th lesson and my confidence has shot up (along with my ability). I feel safe and comfortable every time I visit for my lessons! I am taught by Mandy and she is absolutely blooming brilliant! Could not recommend them enough!!!!"
Abbey Pattison | June 2020
"I really love it at Poplars Farm. My first session was with Tara and then my second session was with Pip. I can't believe how much I learned from them in the space of 30 minutes each. I had to come back for more. I'm addicted to the practical and logical learning they apply to riding, the pair of them really got my cogs going and made me really apply logical thinking to riding a horse. Ive only had 3 sessions there so far and I already am in disbelief about what I have learnt. I'm so thankful they managed to fit me in as I know how busy they can be! You will be seeing lots of me 😊 thank you so much Tara and Pip, and I really mean that!"
Kim Underwood | July 2017
"My daughter Freya has her lesson every Monday at 5 with Mandy and she absolutely loves it,She never stops smiling from start to finish,I would highly recommend poplars farm,All the staff are very friendly and helpful,keep up the fantastic work guys!"
Marie Lowndes | October 2016
"I cannot believe how much both my children have come on with their riding at poplars. They have a wide range of horses to suit all abilities with some extremely patient and kind ponies. My daughter enjoys it so much she has even taken on a part time job so she can ride more often! All the staff are very welcoming and explain things in a way that make it easy to understand. If you are thinking of learning to ride or brush up on your technique I can't recommend this place highly enough!!"
Abbi Rowe | May 2016
"An absolutely fantastic riding school and I would 100% recommend! They have already taught me so much and I can't wait to continue learning with them. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. The horses are so loving and love the attention of everyone. I would definitely recommend this riding school to anyone looking to start riding or just to further their knowledge! "
Jane Smith | June 2015
"Friendly, professional riding lessons and hacks. In the minority round here. Really great yard and excellent instruction from Pip!!! "
Vikki | August 2014
"Hi, I had lessons with Mandy 4-5 yrs ago and loved it. Mandy got me hooked and now I have my own horse, Beau, who's a Belgian warmblood. I mainly do dressage with him and we did our first elementary test last night getting 62.4%. Thanks Mandy for being so fantastic. What you taught me has changed my life in so many fantastic ways and thank you Paddy and Tom for being so patient with me when I was just a little bit more lollopy than I am now thanks, Vikki and Beau "
Nicola Harper | June 2014
"Fantastic riding school I learnt to ride here and now my daughter is doing the same, and loving every minute. Thanks to Mand an Pip brilliant lessons where you are always learning something new. Very friendly yard and georgeous horses. Thank you for everything!"
Claire Randall | February 2014
"Been going to Poplars for years. Top instructors with a passion for teaching people to ride safely to a high standard and look after horses and ponies. Can't recommend them enough"
Heather Gorton | January 2014
"Well done for 35 years! Fantastic place to learn to ride and progress at whatever standard you are. I enjoyed many years. Thank you Poplars and all of it's staff as you have put me in good stead to own my 2 horses! I hope the next 35 years is just as great "
