Join us for a Confidence Camp with Tash & Tula and Kathy Ellis, designed to help both horse and rider feel more confident, capable and relaxed — all within a supportive, very small group environment 🤍🐎
📅 Dates
5th – 7th June (2 night stay)
📍 Unthank Hall Farm, Holmesfield, S18 7WF
🐎 What Makes This Camp Special
This is not a large group camp
👉 Just 2 riders plus your lead rider
This allows for a really personal, supportive experience, giving you the time, space and attention to build confidence at your own pace
🐎 What This Camp Is About
This camp is focused on building confidence from the ground up, helping you develop trust, improve your riding and feel more relaxed with your horse — both at home and out riding
With a combination of guided rides and professional coaching, it’s the perfect balance of learning and enjoyment
🧠 Training with Kathy Ellis
We are joined by Kathy Ellis, offering a unique opportunity to build confidence both on the ground and in the saddle
Kathy’s credentials include:
Recommended trainer for Intelligent Horsemanship
Freelance horse & rider training and confidence coach
Monty Roberts Preliminary Certificate holder
BHS Level 3 qualified
Up-to-date DBS & safeguarding
Her sessions focus on:
✨ Groundwork
✨ Confidence in the saddle
✨ Building trust and communication
🐎 Your Weekend Itinerary
Friday
🕙 Check-in: 10am – 12pm
✨ First session with Kathy Ellis
(Focused on building confidence through groundwork and ridden work)
🕑 Afternoon guided ride (approx. 1 hour)
Led by Tash & Tula including:
Road work
Farm ride
Woodland tracks
Saturday
🕙 Morning guided ride (approx. 2 hours)
Including:
Water crossing
Country lanes
Bridleways
Support with gates along the way
Please note: terrain includes some rocky paths and inclines
🍴 Break for lunch
🕒 Agility session (3pm – 4pm)
With Kathy Ellis
Ground or ridden
Obstacles designed to build confidence and trust
Sunday
🕙 Final guided ride
Moorland riding
Country lanes
Stunning scenery and open bridleways
🐎 Meet Your Ride Leaders – Tash & Tula
Tash and Tula are a confident and experienced combination, happy to lead in all situations and focused on creating a supportive and encouraging riding environment
🌿 Riding Environment
Our guided rides take place across open countryside and varied terrain, giving you a real and enjoyable riding experience
While out riding you may come across:
Livestock
Walkers
Mountain bikers
Pushchairs
This is all part of normal riding out, and support will always be given where needed
Tash and Tula are confident and experienced in these situations and will guide you throughout to ensure a safe and positive experience 👍
🏡 Facilities & Setup
Everything is set up to make your stay as easy and comfortable as possible:
🐎 Individual secure paddocks for each horse
🚿 Hot shower
💧 Running water
🍽 Small shared kitchen area (cutlery provided)
🚻 Shared eco loo
A relaxed, friendly environment where you can settle in and focus on enjoying your horse
👨👩👧 Bringing Family or Friends
Family and friends are very welcome to join you for the weekend
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Up to 4 additional guests welcome on site
- Camping available
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Caravan accommodation options:
- One caravan sleeps 2
- One caravan sleeps 3
A lovely option if you’d like to make a weekend of it beyond just the riding 🤍
🐶 Dogs
Well-behaved dogs are welcome
We just ask that dogs are kept under control and respectful of horses and other guests 👍
🍻 Location Perks
🍻 Pub within walking distance
🚗 Easy parking and access
🌿 Quiet countryside setting
💷 Pricing
💷 £450 per rider – camping
💷 £500 per rider – onsite caravan option
💳 Booking Information
£100 deposit required to secure your space
Remaining balance due 6 weeks prior to camp
Terms & conditions apply
ℹ️ Important Information
Riders must be 18+
Suitable for riders looking to build confidence
Very small group — just 2 riders per camp
This is a truly special and highly personalised camp experience, designed to help you feel more confident, more connected and enjoy your horse in a calm, encouraging environment 🤍🐎
👉 Full details available above — spaces are extremely limited 👀
