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Mourne Trail Riding Centre

Real one and two-hour treks through Tollymore forest and the Mourne foothills for riders who can already ride.

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Mourne Trail Riding Centre — Real one and two-hour treks through Tollymore forest and the Mourne foothills for riders who can already ride.

  • What you can do: Escorted one and two-hour treks through forest and mountain foothills.
  • For beginners: Experienced or competent novice riders only; not suitable for total beginners.
  • Ages: Adults and teenagers; not aimed at young children.
  • Cost: Check current prices when you book.
  • Booking: Pre-booked; small groups of around six to seven.
Plan your visit

The treks

You choose a one or two-hour trek and head out on a steady hunter-type horse through the countryside around Tollymore Forest Park and into the foothills of the Mournes, with river crossings along the route. Groups are capped at around six or seven riders so the guides can keep everyone together and everyone gets a real ride. This is escorted trail riding, not tuition, so you need to be a competent novice or better, comfortable at walk and trot on open ground.

One and two-hour treks Tollymore forest and Mourne foothills River crossings on the ride Small groups of six to seven Well-mannered hunter-type horses Running since 1984
Good to know before you go:

Treks run through the week for competent riders, and the centre also offers holiday livery. Contact them to book a slot and confirm what's running.

Before you set off

What to bring

  • 👖Long trousersLeggings or jodhpurs — anything that won’t rub against the saddle.
  • 👢Boots with a small heelSo your foot sits safely in the stirrup — no trainers or wellies with no heel.
  • 🧥A layer for the weatherYou’re outdoors and moving slowly — bring something warm and waterproof.
  • 📱Your bookingLessons and treks are matched to your level, so they need to know you’re coming.
Good to know

Everything before you go

Type
Trail riding and trekking centre
What you can do
Escorted one and two-hour treks through forest and mountain foothills
Experience needed
Experienced or competent novice riders only; not suitable for total beginners
Ages
Adults and teenagers; not aimed at young children
Cost
Check current prices when you book
Booking
Pre-booked; small groups of around six to seven
Parking
On-site parking
Address
96 Castlewellan Road, Newcastle, County Down
Questions

Before you go

Can total beginners have a go?
Experienced or competent novice riders only; not suitable for total beginners
How young can children start?
Adults and teenagers; not aimed at young children
How much does it cost?
Check current prices when you book
Do I need to book?
Pre-booked; small groups of around six to seven
Getting there

Mourne Trail Riding Centre is at 96 Castlewellan Road, Newcastle, County Down. On-site parking. Tap below for directions.

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The story

About the place

Mourne Trail Riding Centre is a family-run business established in 1984, set a mile from Tollymore Forest Park in the foothills of the Mourne Mountains near Newcastle. It has built a strong local reputation for genuine trail riding.

The centre deliberately caters for riders who can already ride rather than running beginner lessons, taking small groups out on hunter-type horses so the focus stays on the ride and the scenery. It also offers livery and holiday livery.