Thompson House Equestrian Centre

Thompson House Equestrian Centre An incredible equestrian and events venue for the whole community. Animal Activity Licence: AAL0128
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🐴⭐️Pony Club Celebration Day🐴⭐️Wow The Pony Club day was pretty amazing today with achievements for the different groups...
30/08/2025

🐴⭐️Pony Club Celebration Day🐴⭐️

Wow The Pony Club day was pretty amazing today with achievements for the different groups for individuals in:-
E Test
Ride Safely
D Test
Grooming
Leading and Handling
Horse Clothing
Tack Cleaning
Points of the Tack
Horse clothing
Summer and winter care
Pony Behaviour
Colours and Markings
Care of the foot
Feeding a pony
Blue Cross Welfare

We continue in September working with the 3 group levels encouraging everyone to join in and gain their badges. Includes riding for all levels too!

A big thankyou to the team who work hard to keep the children and ponies smiling!!😊

Dressage is our next challenge as well as preparing for our Pony Panto and moving up through the tests.

Looking forward to another year of success!!!

Every Saturday 9am until 12 noon £30 per child. Book now on https://thompson-house.ecpro.co.uk/

It’s popular- you can book in advance and you don’t need to come each week!!

We would like children to be members of The Pony Club too!!

WE ARE HIRING‼️Thompson House Equestrian Centre has a five star ⭐️ licence rating, is BHS, Pony Club and RDA Accredited ...
29/08/2025

WE ARE HIRING‼️

Thompson House Equestrian Centre has a five star ⭐️ licence rating, is BHS, Pony Club and RDA Accredited and is a BHS Everyone welcome site. We are an Alternative Education Provider quality assured by Wigan, Lancashire and Bolton.

We are part of My Life Legacy charity and host Stable Door Cafe & Ice Cream Parlour. Our values are about inclusion and opportunity for all.

Due to an increase in horses, riding lessons. alternative educational provision and equine activity we are seeking the following:-

COACH
A highly competent BHS Riding Coach who is skilled in delivering high quality:-
1. Riding lessons - all ages and abilities.
2. Horse knowledge and care sessions for a range of customers and students working at various levels following a syllabus including BHS- Challenge Awards, CLTH to BHS Stages, Pony Club, RDA etc..
4. Coaching for apprentices / staff CPD.
3. Skills in - Lesson planning, leadership, creativity, ability to inspire and adapt to change.
4. A person who loves to coach and share their passion of horses with others with enthusiasm and compassion.
5. MUST be able to work on Saturdays. Full time - part time or freelance all considered.
6. Able to ride and school horses is optional.
7. Excellent rates of pay.
8. Investment in your CPD for further qualifications as required.

YARD
We require a competent, experienced individual to run our yard on Sundays.
1. A good track record in horse care and welfare.
2. Excellent work ethic, able to use initiative and have pride.
3. Good leadership skills.
4. Excellent customer care skills.
5. Efficient, effective and trustworthy.
6. Working hours to be arranged MUST work Sundays - other days/ hours are a possibility.
7. Excellent rates of pay
8. Investment in CPD / qualifications.
9. Able to ride and school horses is optional.
10. Reliability is critical.

These roles have significant opportunities for the right people to further develop their career in the equine industry. All applicants considered with high level qualifications to no qualifications - we will invest and gain qualifications in the best people who want to be involved in a charity that makes a huge difference to the lives of many.

For further information and a jobs pack please contact [email protected]

Or call 01257 676003

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🐾 Join Us for a Fun Family Dog Show! 🐾We’ve got some paws-itively exciting news to share! Mark your calendars for 28th S...
29/08/2025

🐾 Join Us for a Fun Family Dog Show! 🐾

We’ve got some paws-itively exciting news to share!

Mark your calendars for 28th September because we’re hosting a Fun Family Dog Show at Thompson House!

It’s going to be a tail-wagging good time for the whole family!

Bring your furry friends and enter them in our fun classes for just £3 per entry! Check out the amazing classes we’ve got lined up:

Morning Classes:
- Best Rescue
- Golden Oldie (8 years and over)
- Handsomest Dog
- Prettiest Bitch
- Waggiest Tail

Afternoon Classes (Starting at 1:30 PM):
- Best Trick
- Dog the Judge Would Most Like to Take Home
- Dog Most Like Its Owner
- Best Puppy (1 year and under)

Grand Finale:
- Supreme Dog of the Day (For all first prize winners – no entry fee)

Entry Details:
- Online entry: £3 per class (entries close on Thursday, 25th September)
- On the day:£4 per class (cash only)
- Rosettes awarded up to 5th place!

But wait, there’s more fun in store:
- Stable Door Café (open all day)
- Lucky Dip
- Shetland Pony Walking
- Farm Animal Viewing (starting at 1 PM)
- Free Agility Course (just for fun!)

Want to set up a stall? Stalls are free; all we ask is for a few prizes for our Lucky Dip! This is a fantastic way to connect with the community, showcase what you do, and be part of this fun-filled day! Give our Reception team a call at 01257 472900 to book your stall.

We can’t wait to see you and your adorable pups at what promises to be an unforgettable day! 🐶💖

Let’s make it a day to remember! 🎉

When our riders go home it’s time to relax with a bit of munching!Thank you for spending your summer with us we have lov...
29/08/2025

When our riders go home it’s time to relax with a bit of munching!

Thank you for spending your summer with us we have loved all the attention- say our ponies!

We hope to see you soon for half term fun in October.

🪦Don’t forget to book our Halloween Tomb of Terror at Thompson House on 28 October a Halloween evening with an Egyptian Twist- tickets go on sale very soon! 🧙🎃

Interested in working in the Equine Industry?Hoping to study an equine course when you leave school?This is perfect for ...
28/08/2025

Interested in working in the Equine Industry?

Hoping to study an equine course when you leave school?

This is perfect for you.

Duke of Edinburgh Award - with an Equine focus. A unique course for enthusiastic young people mad about horses!

Complete the BHS Challenge Awards alongside the Duke of Edinburgh Award.

Age from 13 years - you must be 14 when we do the residential next summer.

Put your name down today by emailing [email protected]

ONLY a few places left!

We are pleased to announce another ADULT PONY CLUB DAYSunday 16 NOVEMBER 10am until 4pmBring back your inner child and r...
27/08/2025

We are pleased to announce another
ADULT PONY CLUB DAY

Sunday 16 NOVEMBER 10am until 4pm

Bring back your inner child and re-live your pony club dreams!

A wonderful alternative to a ‘spa day, as you indulge yourself in our ponies / horses for a full day. Bring a friend or come solo - you will have a very special day. Lunch included too!!

All abilities welcome - riders and non riders, your experience will be bespoke to you.

£50 per person - book now to avoid disappointment as these are very popular!!

https://thompson-house.ecpro.co.uk or call 01257 676003

Saturday 30th August Dressage Times! Good luck 🤎
27/08/2025

Saturday 30th August Dressage Times!

Good luck 🤎

27/08/2025

Your Dressage times for the Saturday 30th August will be posted on here today by 3pm.

Entries shut at 1pm.

Good luck all!

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Pony Club this Saturday 30 AugustAll day 9am until 3pm and 3pm until 4pm badge award celebration with families invited t...
27/08/2025

Pony Club this Saturday 30 August

All day 9am until 3pm and 3pm until 4pm badge award celebration with families invited to watch.

⭐️⭐️⭐️We still have a few places available!

£50 per child including lunch and refreshments!

Everyone welcome

From September we will be starting a new series of Pony Club Badges every Saturday 9am until 12 noon. Limited places so please be sure to book in advance.

Pony Club welcomes children of all ages and abilities- we have riding lessons from lead rein to more advanced. Horse knowledge and
care is equally tailored to ensure every child learns at their own pace.

Great fun - great friends- great ponies!

Book now to avoid disappointment

https://thompson-house.ecpro.co.uk or call 01257 676003

This Saturday, 30th August, Dressage entries will be closing tomorrow at 1pm!Make sure to secure your spot by booking th...
26/08/2025

This Saturday, 30th August, Dressage entries will be closing tomorrow at 1pm!

Make sure to secure your spot by booking through our system, EC Pro!

Get ready to showcase your skills with the following tests:

✨ Intro 2
✨ Prelim 3
✨ Novice 3

Just register the rider, select Events, and choose the test you'd like to enter.
We're looking forward to seeing all of you there! And as always, best of luck to everyone! 🥳🐴

GROUP LESSONS AVAILABLE TONIGHT Tuesday 26 August5pm - Children and Young People6pm - Adults Just £30 for 45 mins - a ba...
26/08/2025

GROUP LESSONS AVAILABLE TONIGHT

Tuesday 26 August

5pm - Children and Young People
6pm - Adults

Just £30 for 45 mins - a bargain!

Must be able to walk and trot independently!

A fabulous opportunity for all the family.!!

Ring NOW 01257 676003 to book or book on EC Pro

https://thompson-house.ecpro.co.uk/

Address

Standish
WN60PP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441257676003

Website

http://Thompson-house.ecpro.co.uk/

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