Children’s Parties

Get ready for a party that’s fun, educational, and full of pony cuddles!
All you need to do is choose your date, decide who to invite, and book in - we’ll take care of the rest.

Valley Farm is an Approved Pony Party Provider, meeting strict safeguarding and welfare criteria. We are inspected by Ofsted, the Association of British Riding Schools, the British Horse Society, The Pony Club and Riding for the Disabled,  so you can trust that your celebration is in safe, professional hands.


Pony Parties

If you’re looking for something a little different for a birthday celebration, a Pony Party is the perfect choice. Children can enjoy pony rides, team games, or a grooming and plaiting session. Parents are welcome to stay with their children or relax in the onsite café.

If your group includes children who enjoy animals and walking, you are welcome to arrive up to an hour before and take a self-guided tour to meet our donkey, alpacas, goats, horses and other animal friends. Please allow at least 30 minutes for you tour before returning to reception to meet your party guide.

Most parties take place in our small indoor arena—a safe, enclosed, sheltered space. Please note that it is unheated, so appropriate clothing for the weather is recommended.


Party Packages

Minimum 6 children | Duration approx. 1 hour

Pony Rides & Gymkhana Games

Fun pony rides and team games with two friendly ponies.
£220 for 6 children | £10 per additional child
Suitable for ages 3+ | Weight limit 8 stone

Pony Plait & Pamper

Perfect for children who prefer not to ride. With our patient ponies, grooming brushes and plaiting equipment, children can make friends with their pony and help make them look beautiful.
£220 for 6 children | £10 per additional child
Suitable for ages 3+ | No weight limit


What’s Included

  • Dedicated party coordinator
  • Entrance to farm walks for children and accompanying adults
  • Minimum of 2 ponies
  • Rosettes for all children
  • Indoor arena hire
  • Riding hat and boot hire (if needed)
  • Non-exclusive use of café play area
  • Free car parking

Optional Extras

  • Keyrings: £3 each
  • Hire of Pony Club room for groups who wish to organise their own entertainment following their pony activity. Price on application. 

The Camargue Café

Food can be booked directly with the Camargue Café onsite to follow your pony activity £7.50 per child.
Please call 01728 748020 to order meals and any extras and to arrange payment. 

Hot Food (example menu)

Pizza (cheese & tomato), sausages, fish fingers, chicken nuggets or vegetable fingers, served with chips and beans or peas. Followed by ice cream.

Cold Food (example menu)

Sandwiches, sausage rolls, crisps, pizza slices, biscuits, and ice cream.

Additional food and drinks for adults, as well as birthday cakes or cupcakes, can also be ordered directly from the café. Please advise them of any allergies or dietary requirements when booking.
Food is served in the Camargue Café (heated/air-conditioned) or on the sun terrace beside the play area If you choose to hire the Pony Club room, food can be delivered there.


Important Information

Pony Parties are suitable for children and young people aged 3 and over - from complete beginners to experienced riders. We understand that some guests may never have met a pony before; our coaches ensure safety guidelines are followed so everyone feels confident and enjoys their experience. We specially select ponies suited to the size and ability of the children in the group.

The group is supervised at all times by a dedicated coach, who will:

  • Meet you at reception
  • Present rosettes
  • Fit hats and boots (if required)
  • Guide the group to the activity
  • Provide assistance and encouragement with the pony activity
  • Reunite the group with parents afterwards
  • Show you where toilets and handwashing facilities are located

We aim to create a fun, safe, and encouraging environment, helping children learn about ponies, develop confidence, and enjoy friendly sporting challenges. Supervision and guidance is provided to help children learn about appropriate behaviour around animals and to tailor the activities to the ability of the group.

SEND Support

We specialise in working with children and young people with SEND. If your group requires any reasonable adjustments, please let us know in advance.

Clothing

Please arrive at reception 15 minutes before the start of your party time to allow for hat and boot fitting.
All children must wear full-length trousers or leggings for riding (sorry no party dresses).
Ensure clothing is suitable for the weather.
For more information, please see our What To Wear page.https://www.valleyfarm.co.uk/content/what-to-wear


How to Book

Step 1: Contact us to discuss available dates and times.
Email phoebe@valleyfarm.co.uk | Call 01728 746916
Or use the contact form at the bottom of this page.

Step 2: Register your child on our online booking system: valley-farm.ecpro.co.uk
Once your party is confirmed, you will receive an email.

Step 3: When your invited guests have replied to you you can add them at any time to your online booking.

Step 4: Order party food to follow your pony activity, contact the Camargue Café on 01728 748020.  

If you need help with your booking or have questions, email phoebe@valleyfarm.co.uk, call 01728 746916, or speak to us at reception.


Alternatives & Gift Vouchers

If you prefer not to book a full party package, you can arrange a shared private lesson for a small group of riders.

We also offer gift vouchers, ideal as birthday presents.

Vouchers available for:

  • Private half-hour or one-hour lessons or hacks
  • One-hour group lessons
  • Shared private lessons (2–6 riders)
  • Lesson courses or Pony Club sessions
  • Western riding lessons
  • Private or group vaulting lessons
  • Money vouchers for a value of your choice to be used towards any type of lessons that your child would like.

Vouchers can be purchased at reception or online. shop here 

 

 

Updated January 2026

UP-COMING EVENTS

ONLINE BOOKING

Saturday, January 1, 2022

£0.00  

Most lessons and events can now be booked online via https:/

PONY CAMP 2026 WEEK 1

Monday, July 20, 2026

£845.00  

Five fun days of equestrian activities.

ADULT GROUP LESSONS

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

£46.00  

Wednesday at 11.00.

Pony Club

Saturday, July 25, 2026

£71.00  

Every Saturday and Sunday morning 9am to 12pm.

YOUNG EQUESTRIANS CLUB

Saturday, July 25, 2026

£46.00  

Young Equestrians Club every Saturday afternoon.

ADULT SUNDAY RIDING GROUP

Sunday, July 26, 2026

£46.00  

10am A friendly small group of mixed ability riders.

Pony Camp 2026 week 2

Monday, July 27, 2026

£845.00  

THIS WEEK IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. Five fun days of equestrian

Pony Day for Children

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

£75.00  

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday through the Summer holiday