Horse Riding

‘Polo on the Beach’ returns to Cornwall

Organisers have confirmed the return of an award-winning beach polo event to Cornwall’s Watergate Bay in September.

Donkey derbies and gunfights at dawn in Colorado

Take a step into yesteryear and celebrate Colorado’s western heritage with an exciting schedule of fun and unique attractions including vivid shoot outs, dude ranching, fascinating gold mine tours, spectacular re-enactments, and even a donkey derby.

US ranch holidays that wont break the bank

Sterling might have hit a 13 month low against the dollar, but according to Ranch Rider, holidaymakers shouldn’t rule out a ranch stay in the US.

Broome to host Australia’s first beach polo event

Australia’s first and only beach polo event will be staged at Cable Beach in Broome on Sunday 23 May.

Affordable luxury travel for all the family

Families in search of a luxury summer holiday should ride the range in 2010, as Ranch Rider has three sensational deals in British Columbia, with savings of up to £4,000 for a family of five.

Howdy partner - Fancy a round?

If you thought ranch holidays were just concerned with saddling up, you’d be wrong. At the higher end of the scale there are a growing number of resort properties catering to everyone from the hardened equine enthusiast to the keen golfer.

A horse-friendly holiday home

People are increasingly taking their dogs on holiday, so why not your favourite horse? If you stay at The Old Dairy, on the outskirts of Ryde, your four-legged companion will be well looked after - the property is set in the 70 acres of Smallbrook Farm where livery is available and there is the prospect of some great rides.

The world's best horse racing events

In the lead up to Britain’s beloved Grand National on the 10th April, STA Travel has mapped the world’s best horse racing events, galloping between some of the planet’s most impressive destinations.

Saddle up in Colorado

Fed up of the being stuck indoors with just the television and computer for company? Why not explore the great outdoors without the everyday distractions of mobile phones and gaming consoles with a ranching holiday in Colorado with the family.

Ride ‘em cowboy, at the Festival of the West

For a fun weekend with a difference, re-live the history and the spirit of the cowboy at the ‘Festival of the West’ – taking place at Scottsdale in Arizona between 18 and 21 March – courtesy of US operator, Bon Voyage.

From American cowboy to Argentinian gaucho

If you’ve already experienced ranching in North America, why not head off to Argentina? Ranch Rider is extending its portfolio, enabling horseback enthusiasts to sample authentic South America with the gauchos: the very first cowboys to hit the dusty trail.