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Across Australia, riding schools are becoming harder to find. Rising insurance, feed bills that behave like they’re on steroids, staff shortages, and the sheer day-to-day workload put huge pressure on small equestrian centres. It’s easy to look at a riding school and not see the mountain it stands on, but without them, we’re heading into a real crisis for riders and their much-loved horses. I was one of the lucky ones who always had a horse in the backyard. I did my homework

During December 2025 and January 2026, we will be running our very popular "Kids Camps", which are one-day camps suitable for 6-16 year olds. These day camps book out well in advance, so please make sure to get your booking in before the end of the school year, or risk being disappointed. The dates for these Kids Camps (which run from 9am - 3pm) are: 15, 16, 18, 22, 23 December 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 16, 19, 20, 22, 23 January These day camps are $200 per person, which include

The Splendacrest Squad endurance season has finished for 2025, with some stunning statistics! The team has had a great year of competition, and both horses and riders have enjoyed the journey this year. Overall, our horses have successfully completed 6320kms of official endurance rides, with 93 out of 101 rides finished, making a completion rate of 92%. I drove many thousands of kilometres to get our horses to rides, with 7744kms driven to get to our 2025 FEI rides alone! O

At Splendacrest, we don’t just teach kids to ride horses. We teach them to be  riders. And yes, that means carrying their own saddle. It...

We’re excited to announce that Splendacrest Stables is an approved provider for the Queensland Government’s Play On! voucher program!...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce our two young Splendacrest riders and horses will not be travelling to Romania for the 2025 FEI...

Ever since I've been involved in the sport of Endurance Riding, I have been a keen supporter of the international arm of the sport which...

Are you ready to saddle up and embark on an exciting journey into the world of horse riding? At Splendacrest Stables, we offer more than just riding lessons; we provide a chance to become part of a vibrant community that shares your passion for horses. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, our stables are the perfect place to learn, grow, and create unforgettable memories. Horse riding is not just a sport; it is an experience that connects you with nature and an

Are you ready for an adventure that combines the beauty of nature with the thrill of horseback riding? If so, Splendacrest Stables is the...

Riding is more than just a hobby; it is a passion that connects you with nature and animals. At Splendacrest Stables, we believe that...