Ladybower Reservoir Guided Horse Ride | Peak District

Ladybower Reservoir Guided Horse Ride | Peak District

Join us for a stunning guided horse ride around Ladybower Reservoir, one of the Peak District’s most iconic and scenic riding locations. This ride offers breathtaking views across Mam Tor, Kinder Scout and the surrounding hills, making it a firm favourite for riders looking for a memorable adventure with their own horse.

We’ll guide you predominantly along lovely, level bridleways and trails, with only a small amount of road work involved. The route is varied, open and rewarding, offering plenty of opportunities to enjoy the scenery and cover some ground.

The ride is approximately 9.6 miles and can take up to 3 hours, depending on pace and conditions. We’ll be walking, trotting and cantering where suitable, always prioritising safety and enjoyment.

This is a small group guided ride, limited to just four riders plus the lead guide, ensuring a relaxed and supportive experience.

🐴 What to Expect

• Guided riding around Ladybower Reservoir

• Stunning views towards Mam Tor & Kinder Scout

• Walk, trot and canter where conditions allow

• Small, friendly group (max 4 riders)

• Help with opening gates along the route

• Encounters with cyclists, walkers, pushchairs and livestock

📍 Meeting & Parking Information

• Parking: at Thornhill Car Park except card payment

• What3words location: ///slower.stuck.duplicity

• Meet time: 10:00am, to be onboard for 10:30am

• Please note there is no mounting block, so bring your own steps

⚠️ Important Information

• Riders must bring their own horse

• Horses and riders must be confident in open spaces

• Some gates are encountered along the route

• Please bring your phone — the views at the reservoir head are not to be missed!

We’d love for you to join us on this beautiful Peak District guided ride and experience Ladybower Reservoir from the saddle 🐴✨