Clwyd Special Riding Centre is an independent charity near Wrexham offering fully accessible equine assisted services to people of all ages and abilities.
Clwyd Special Riding Centre is a registered charity located in Llanfynydd, near Wrexham, North Wales. Our state-of-the-art facilities are fully accessible and we offer a range of inclusive equine assisted services, benefitting people of all ages and abilities.
Set in over 30 acres with around 16 horses of all sizes and types, we provide riding, carriage driving, equine assisted therapy and hippotherapy — supported by a small team of experienced staff and a large pool of incredible volunteers.
Whether you ride, drive, or would rather stay on the ground, there is a way to take part. Every session is built around what each person wants to achieve.
We welcome individuals and groups from the age of five to experience life-changing equestrian activities. RDA riding sessions use the unique movement and presence of the horse as a powerful, multi-sensory opportunity to develop physical strength, balance and coordination — while boosting self-esteem and communication skills.
Learn more about RDA Riding
Especially adapted carriages make carriage driving accessible to wheelchair users and those with limited mobility. The exhilarating feeling of movement is both therapeutic and a great sport, and our 2km all-weather track offers a unique driving experience around our peaceful setting.
Learn more about RDA Carriage Driving
Ready to take the reins? Independent riding lessons are the perfect stepping stone for riders moving beyond supported sessions, focusing on balance, control and confidence. Riders can also work towards Pony Club badges as they gain more freedom in the saddle.
Learn more about Independent Riding
Hippotherapy is a specialised physiotherapy delivered on horseback, providing powerful rehabilitation that improves core stability, sensory processing and communication. Our service is led by Lucy Brookes, a chartered physiotherapist specialising in neurological rehabilitation.
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Our fully simulated mechanical horse offers an immersive alternative to traditional riding. Equipped with an interactive screen, it builds core strength, balance and posture — whether you are trotting along a beach, riding cross-country or perfecting your dressage.
Learn more about Mechanical Horse
An inclusive, unmounted activity where handlers guide horses through ground-based obstacles. It focuses on communication, trust and coordination without the need for riding — ideal for anyone unable to ride, or who simply prefers a hands-on, ground-level partnership with horses.
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An experiential approach to developing personal, social and professional skills. Horses are highly sensitive to human behaviour and emotions, giving immediate, non-judgmental feedback that helps build self-awareness, emotional regulation and communication.
Learn more about Equine Assisted Learning
The British Horse Society Changing Lives Through Horses programme is an alternative educational provision promoting character-building, life skills and academic achievement, linked to the national curriculum. We also offer the Life Hack Course for those who need smaller groups.
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School holiday, after school and weekend clubs throughout the year where young people make friends, learn about horses and have lots of fun — vaulting, teambuilding, Pony Club badges, pony picnics and more. Designed for young people both with and without disabilities.
Learn more about Inclusive ClubsAround 16 horses and ponies of all sizes — lovingly known as ‘the boys’ — are at the heart of everything we do.
From taster days to fundraising evenings, there is usually something happening at the centre.
Sell unwanted equestrian equipment and riding wear, or simply hunt for a bargain. Pitches from £10 for cars, £25 for vans and businesses.
Equestrian vaulting is a fun, inclusive sport for children who want to try something different. No previous experience necessary — training on experienced horses with qualified coaches.
An inspiring evening with international British Para Dressage rider Liz McBurney, showcasing the precision and connection behind elite-level training.
We are an independent charity and receive no public funding — everything we do depends on the support of people nearby.
We receive no public funding. A one-off gift or monthly donation directly funds our horses' care and keeps sessions running.
Find out how to donateOur RDA riding and carriage driving sessions are run solely by volunteers — we often need up to three people per rider. No horse experience needed.
Find out how to volunteerAdopt one of our horses for a year, for yourself or as a gift, and help cover the cost of their feed, farrier and veterinary care.
Find out how to adopt a ponyTeam volunteering days, sponsorship and charity-of-the-year partnerships that make a visible difference locally.
Find out how to partner with usWe would love to show you around. Call 01352 770446 or send us a message and we will be in touch.
