If you’d wandered past our glamping field today, you might have missed half of what’s actually there. Tucked against the treeline at East View Riding Centre, our water tank and shower tent are now wrapped in camouflage netting — and honestly, they blend in so well they practically vanish into the Ashdown Forest backdrop. It…
Nestled on the edge of Ashdown Forest, we’ve just welcomed our first 6m bell tent (brand new, no shortcuts) with a proper off-grid setup: LPG shower and shower tent, composting loo with its own tent, all powered by nothing but nature and know-how. This is the start of something we’ve wanted to do for a…
East View Riding Centre | Ashdown Forest, East Sussex There are mornings at East View that you know are going to be a little bit different. An 8:30am start, a horse trailer about to carry something decidedly not a horse, and three very important new residents about to make the journey from the classroom to…
Next week, East View Riding Centre is getting a little bit louder, a little bit cheekier, and a whole lot more adorable. We’re welcoming three Pygmy goats to the yard, and they’re coming all the way from Brighton College Prep Handcross. If that name rings a bell, it’s because our own Evie — yes, the…
There’s a moment every parent knows. You’re watching your child’s face light up during something you’re doing together—really with them, not just supervising from the sidelines—and it hits you. This thing you’re doing? You wished someone did it with you. Maybe it’s building something with your hands. Maybe it’s getting properly muddy. Maybe it’s learning…
? The Rise of Equestrian Getaways: Why Horse Riding & Glamping Are the Perfect Escape In a world that’s constantly switched on, more people are searching for something simple — space, fresh air, and time to reconnect. That’s why equestrian getaways are becoming one of the fastest-growing UK staycation trends in 2026. And it’s easy…
Okay, team — hands up, we might’ve let our enthusiasm run away with us this last week!A few of you thought something HUGE was about to drop… and while we love that energy, we don’t want anyone stressing that they’ve missed out on some big secret. So here’s the truth — and it’s a good…
And we cannot wait to share it with you! Behind the scenes, Fionn has been busy rebuilding our booking system for the year ahead — streamlining it, improving it, and making it even easier for you to get your favourite horses, your favourite slots, and your favourite adventures across the Ashdown Forest. ?? But before…
The equine industry faces rising costs in forage, insurance, and veterinary services, exacerbated by inflation and staffing challenges. Riding centres must increase prices to ensure proper care for horses and fair compensation for staff. Despite these adjustments, the focus remains on maintaining safety and quality services for riders and horses.
Open Instagram on any given day and you’ll probably stumble across a horse wearing something ridiculous, a rider laughing at a failed jump, or a reel that nails the highs and lows of owning a horse. It’s funny, it’s relatable — and it’s part of a bigger cultural shift. Social media influencers are no longer…