Equestrian Services in Midlothian

Midlothian sits just south of Edinburgh, with the Pentland and Moorfoot Hills nearby, which makes it a popular area for city riders to keep and ride horses.

Where to ride in Midlothian
The Pentland Hills Regional Park near Penicuik offers open hill riding, and the countryside around Dalkeith and Lasswade has farm tracks, woodland and quiet roads. Scotland's right of responsible access lets riders use many paths and tracks, as long as they follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

Riding schools, livery and lessons in Midlothian
Our Midlothian directory lists riding schools, livery yards, trainers and stables in places such as Dalkeith, Lasswade, Penicuik, Rosewell and Roslin. Most riding schools offer group and private lessons for beginners and experienced riders, and many run pony days and holiday clubs for children. Prices vary between centres, so it is worth contacting a few to compare. Look for British Horse Society (BHS) or Association of British Riding Schools (ABRS) approval as a sign of good standards.