{"product_id":"rider-horse-partnership-camp-katy-thompson","title":"Rider \u0026 Horse Partnership Camp with Katy Thompson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌿🐎 Three Days • Three Guided Rides • Expert Support • Just 6 Riders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoin us at Unthank Equestrian for a unique three-day camp designed to help riders and horses develop confidence, partnership and understanding while enjoying some fantastic riding in the Peak District.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHosted by \u003cstrong\u003eKaty Thompson\u003c\/strong\u003e, Equine Sports Massage \u0026amp; Rehabilitation Therapist, this exclusive camp combines guided riding, practical ridden exercises and expert support in a relaxed and welcoming environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith only six riders per camp, you’ll enjoy plenty of individual attention throughout the weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHorse accommodation is included. Rider accommodation is booked separately.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeet Katy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKaty Thompson is an Equine Sports Massage and Rehabilitation Therapist with extensive experience supporting horses in work, young horses and those returning to exercise. Throughout the camp, Katy will guide all rides and sessions, helping riders better understand their horse’s movement, balance and way of going.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamp Itinerary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay One – Chatsworth Adventure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏰 Guided ride around the stunning Chatsworth Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦌 Opportunities to spot deer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌳 Woodland tracks and open parkland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐎 Ride with a small, supportive group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet at Chatsworth at 10am before returning to Unthank Hall Farm to settle in and begin camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e🌙 \u003cstrong\u003eEarly evening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Equine Sports Massage \u0026amp; Assessment appointments with Katy (for riders who have booked the optional add-on)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay Two – Ride, Learn \u0026amp; Develop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Guided ride directly from Unthank Hall Farm — with \u003cstrong\u003eexclusive access to private farm rides and bridleways\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐎 Explore local bridleways and countryside routes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Polework and ridden exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Understanding your horse’s movement and way of going\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Practical rider support throughout the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥪 Packed lunch included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay Three – Partnership \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Final guided ride from Unthank Hall Farm — with \u003cstrong\u003eexclusive access to private farm rides and bridleways\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Putting your new knowledge into practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Rider feedback and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Time to reflect on your weekend and create goals for the future\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fantastic way to finish the camp before heading home feeling inspired, motivated and more connected with your horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📅 Available Camp Dates 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eCamp 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday 24th – Sunday 26th July 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eCamp 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd August 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eCamp 3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday 25th – Sunday 27th September 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease state your preferred camp date at checkout or contact us to confirm availability before booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiding Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐎 Rides range from approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1.5 to 3.5 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e in duration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Mixed terrain including woodland tracks, bridleways, open countryside, moorland and estate riding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⛰ Challenging terrain in places, including hills, uneven ground and varied surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💨 Opportunities for walk, trot and canter where conditions allow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏰 Stunning Peak District and Chatsworth scenery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦌 Opportunities to spot local wildlife, including deer around Chatsworth Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eExclusive access to private farm rides and bridleways at Unthank Hall Farm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRiders and horses should be fit enough to comfortably enjoy three consecutive days of riding over varied terrain. This camp is best suited to confident riders looking for adventure, learning opportunities and a fantastic weekend away with their horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded in Your Camp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Three guided rides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Chatsworth guided ride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Two guided rides from Unthank Hall Farm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eExclusive access to private farm rides and bridleways\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Polework and ridden exercises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Small group coaching and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Saturday packed lunch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Tea, coffee and refreshments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Two nights horse accommodation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ Exclusive small group experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🐎 Optional Add-On: Equine Sports Massage \u0026amp; Assessment with Katy Thompson — £65\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnhance your camp experience with an exclusive one-to-one Equine Sports Massage \u0026amp; Assessment session with Katy, taking place on the evening of Day One.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour session includes a static assessment, dynamic assessment, full sports massage treatment, written notes and a personalised continuation plan — practical insights you can take home and continue using long after camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e👉 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unthankequestrian.co.uk\/products\/equine-sports-massage-assessment-katy-thompson\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the Equine Sports Massage \u0026amp; Assessment to your order here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpaces are limited — add to your cart alongside your camp place to secure your appointment.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Equine Sports Massage \u0026amp; Assessment Package — £65 per horse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable exclusively to camp riders. Appointments take place on the evening of Day One and include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Static Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Dynamic Assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Equine Sports Massage Treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Full Written Notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⭐ Personalised Continuation Plan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpaces are limited and advance booking is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHorse Accommodation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour camp place includes two nights horse accommodation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐎 Individual paddocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚡ Secure electric fencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Grazing included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 Fresh water provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐴 Horses accommodated alongside fellow camp attendees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRider Accommodation (booked separately)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏕 Camping Pitch – £20 per night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚐 On-Site Caravan Accommodation – £45 per night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFacilities On Site\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚿 Shower facilities \u0026amp; toilets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍳 Shared kitchen area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☕ Tea, coffee and refreshments throughout camp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐎 Mounting block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚛 Parking suitable for horseboxes and trailers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Direct access to riding routes from the farm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrival Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏰 On the first day of camp, riders meet at \u003cstrong\u003eChatsworth at 10am\u003c\/strong\u003e for the guided ride\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐎 After the ride, head to Unthank Hall Farm to unload, settle your horse and get set up for the weekend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📧 Full joining instructions including Chatsworth meeting point details will be sent before arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: access to the camping field is via a farm track which can be uneven in places. Take care when arriving with caravans, trailers and horseboxes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNearby Amenities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎺 Traditional country pubs nearby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽 Local restaurants and takeaways within a short drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🛒 Shops and supermarkets nearby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏰 Chatsworth House, Bakewell, Matlock and the Peak District all within easy reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📍 Unthank Hall Farm, Holmesfield, Derbyshire, S18 7WF\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSituated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, Unthank Equestrian provides the perfect base for exploring some of Derbyshire’s most beautiful riding routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Riders wanting to improve confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Riders looking to strengthen their partnership with their horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Riders wanting to learn more about horse movement and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Horses returning to work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Riders comfortable riding over varied and challenging terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Horses fit enough for 1.5–3.5 hour rides over three consecutive days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Anyone looking for a friendly and supportive horse holiday experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✨ Limited to just six riders per camp. 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