Defender Bramham International Horse Trials 06-09/06/2025
Back to Bramham! 6th – 8th June 2025 This year marked our second appearance at the Defender Bramham Horse
The Hobby Horse Holiday Club is a new, four-week outdoor programme for children aged 4 to 16, launching this summer in partnership with Diamond Families. Set on a secure and animal-friendly site in rural Staffordshire (ST11), this drop-off club offers a fresh alternative to loud, overstimulating holiday schemes.
Children are welcomed into a carefully structured environment that mixes:
Strictly limited to just 10 places per session – early booking is essential.
Each two-hour session is divided into short activity blocks. These blocks help children engage physically, socially, and creatively—without becoming overwhelmed.
Children learn the basics of showjumping, freestyle routines, relay-style games, and obstacle navigation using sturdy, high-quality hobby horses. No previous experience needed. We supply hobby horses, though children are welcome to bring their own.
Kids meet goats, llamas, chickens, and ducks under staff supervision. They help feed, brush, and observe these animals while learning about their habits and care routines. The site is a living, breathing farm—not a petting zoo—and the learning is practical and real.
From medal-making to stick ponies, herb sachets to woven rosettes—every week includes a guided craft. We use as many natural and recycled materials as possible, and children always take something home.
Children might gather eggs, refill hay troughs, identify edible herbs, or help sweep the stables. These activities are designed to build confidence and independence—not just keep them busy.
Every session includes unstructured time for drawing, gentle play, reading pony storybooks, or chatting with a goat. These moments are ideal for shy children or those who need calm after stimulation.
This club was designed in consultation with SEN educators and child development specialists. Many children find large-group activities overwhelming or overstimulating during the summer holidays. Our goal is to offer:
Children are encouraged but never pushed. This is a zero-pressure space.
You’ll receive a full info pack after booking, but here’s what you need to know:
No problem! Most of our attendees are trying it for the first time. We make it easy to join in, and the horses are lightweight and intuitive to use.
The club is non-pressured and child-led, but some hobby horse sessions may include friendly competitions for those who want to join in. Every child still receives a medal and rosette to celebrate effort and participation. The emphasis is on fun, encouragement, and going at your own pace.
Yes. You can book any number of sessions depending on availability. Some families attend all four, others just one or two.
Our staff are trained to handle tears, hesitation, and transitions gently. With small groups, we can offer tailored support—whether it’s a sensory break, buddy system, or sitting with an animal for a while.
The club is hosted at Diamond Families—a peaceful site designed for therapeutic work and inclusive activity. It has:
It’s not a commercial venue—it’s a working land-based project dedicated to child wellbeing. Staff describe it as “genuinely calm, without screens or background noise. Even the animals seem to understand.”
Booking in advance is essential due to limited group sizes.
📩 Questions? Contact us or email info@hobby-horses.co.uk
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We know how hard it can be to find summer activities that are structured yet not overwhelming—fun but still safe and grounded. This club offers children the chance to try something active, gentle, and deeply rewarding.
There’s space to run, learn, laugh, and be proud of small achievements. It’s for hobby horse riders, animal lovers, nature explorers—and kids who just need a slower pace this summer.
👉 Reserve your child’s place today and give them something they’ll remember long after the summer ends.
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