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The
Gaddesden countryside is an enchanting mixture
of parkland, arable and grazing interspersed
with ancient woodland, much of it overlooking
the lovely valley of the River Gade.
For many years local people have been able
to ride on the roads and cart tracks. To
encourage greater use of this beautiful
landscape, Gaddesden Riding came into existence
in 1991 with almost eight miles of roads
and tracks available for riders.
The rides include three cross-country jumping
lanes and a jumping complex.
Extensions and improvements to the rides
are reviewed on an annual basis.
The jumps range from 2ft to 3ft 3ins and
are mostly suitable for novice horses and
riders and are nearly all natural jumps.
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For Carriage
Driving enthusiasts Gaddesden Riding
offers several miles of country tracks for
them to enjoy their sport.
Gaddesden Riding is a membership service
enabling local riders to apply
for permits to ride in sylvan surroundings
away from the busy roads.
The ride is open throughout the year, with
the exception of Saturdays from late September
until January.
Gaddesden Estate, through Halsey and Partners
is also able to offer grazing with Do-it-Yourself
liveries.
There are also some 4-5 acre paddocks for
individual use, some with field shelters.
Riding
permits are available at a discount
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If you would like to join Gaddesden Riding,
please complete and return the Gaddesden
Riding Tariff and application form with
your cheque made payable to the Gaddesden
Revenue Account, together with two passport
photographs.
We will also need to see proof of your
Public Liability insurance. A photocopy
of the relevant part of your policy is fine.
Insurance cover should be a minimum of £2
million and will in most cases be part of
any relevant membership you may have e.g.
BHS, Pony club, Riding Club etc.
You can also apply in person as we always
welcome visitors to the Estate Office at
Gaddesden Home Farm.
You will be sent, in return, a membership
pack with a card, a map of the rides and
a coloured belt for identification which
should be worn when you are using Gaddesden
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