On this page: Information about applying for a Riding Establishment licence, including links to application forms.
Riding establishments must be licensed if they hire horses out for riding, or for the purposes of providing riding instruction, in return for payment.
Validity/Renewal
Licences must be renewed annually. They can start on any date.
Application Form
Online Form
Riding Establishment Licence Online Application Form
Downloadable Form
The form is also available as a downloadable PDF file:
Riding Establishment Application Form
Fees
The licence fee is £150 per year.
Pay Online
You can pay for the licence using our secure online payments system:
Pay for a Riding Establishment Licence Online
Further Information
Licences are issued under the Riding Establishments Act 1970.
For full details please see the Office of Public Sector Information website.