Lunga Riding Stables
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  • Gaz H
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My hand on heart honest thoughts
    If you’re looking to try Lunga riding stables and are here on trip advisor looking for the answer, here it is. Yes GO! I cannot stress enough just how fantastic it is. Tricia is the absolute best teacher that will become a life long friend. She goes above and beyond what you expect from any riding school. I e been so far twice and I travel four hours each way to get there. Why? Not just because it had everything I need but because Tricia makes it so. I go there to western ride and to learn as much as I can from her. Het horses are stunning and very well kept and trained to the highest standard. She’s extremely easy to get along with and laugh along with. On my last visit a fair few miles from her stables on my way home I hit a pot hole and burst a tire on my car. RAC told me 6-8 hours wait as I had no spare wheel. Tricia and her team went above and beyond to try get a spare wheel for me, came out after dark herself with tools and torches and when we had no luck with the fix, she drove to to Oban the nearest town so I could get food and wait for family to collect me. Family arrival was going to take three hours. She waited with me, we had coffee and food whilst I waited for my rescue. This is the short story of the lengths Tricia and her team went to. Help me after if spent the day riding with her. We were out riding in the gorgeous hills and woodland around the estate and then after lunch it was training in the arena. I could write a huge amount about how you will have the best experience, the best horses and best scenery all packed together with the best company, best knowledge and experience, whether you’re their to ride English or Western style with her. Trust me it is also extremely great on price too. After two visits it feels like I’ve been going there for years, she really is that easy to relax around. Even if you ride local to where you live and you think Lunga is a distance away, still go, do both. You will thank yourself I promise you that.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 30 October 2023
  • Alex M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing experience
    I booked this riding experience for myself and my mum as a birthday present for her. The whole experience was absolutely amazing with incredible scenery. Patricia and everyone who worked there were absolutely amazing and really made the whole experience so enjoyable. The horses were absolutely beautiful and incredibly well trained so I would highly recommend this to anyone! Amazing place, amazing experience and amazing people. Thank you so much for such a great day.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 14 November 2023
  • Roxanne H
    Mayrhofen, Austria3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great experience!
    We had an amazing time here! Patricia was very nice and the horses were amazing. My horse Bob was very sweet. We did the 2h trek, we went uphill to a great viewpoint over the islands. Then downhill through the forest and to the beach. Would highly recommend going for a ride here!
    Visited June 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 28 June 2024
  • Julie B
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Group trek
    We went on a mixed ability ride today including young children. We did the 2 hour trek and Tricia was fantastic, she catered to all our abilities and gave great advice throughout. Made better by the wonderful scenery. We will definitely be back for another ride (when we can walk again) Thank you
    Visited July 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 16 July 2024
  • Rachel K
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Horse riding
    Tricia was great. Last minute booking and she fitted us in. She has 15 incredibly well looked after horses. Was very friendly and helpful, guiding us with the best approach when riding. Lovely work experience guy as well who was friendly too. Lovely place, recommend for a great horse ride in the hills.
    Visited August 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 9 August 2024
  • Kilcooly
    Ontario, Canada31 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Highly Recommend
    Our experience far exceeded our expectations from the moment we got there. Friendly and professional staff welcomed us and their horses were gentle and well cared for. From start to finish it was a delightful experience. We highly recommend.a ride with Trisha and her crew at Lunga. Next time we’ll ride longer!🙂
    Visited August 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 14 August 2024
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Cameron
Glasgow, UK10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022 • Family
My daughters and I were staying at Lunga , both are keen horse riders , so we booked a 2 hour trek .
Communications were fab , the stables and horses are really good , and the staff were so friendly and professional . Girls had the best trek through the forest , up hills then paddled the horses across the bay
Will definitely be back
Written 14 August 2022
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Jennie Harnan
Old Malton, UK5 contributions
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May 2023 • Family
My 12 year old and 10 year old daughters spent a full day with Trisha and Jana getting expert tuition in western riding. They spent time in the arena and down on the stunning beach below the stables as well as trotting and cantering under the shade of the trees. They have not stopped talking about it! This was their first western riding experience and I can’t believe how much they’ve learned. This place is gorgeous with breathtaking views and beautiful horses. Trisha and Jana were very kind and patient and we will definitely be back. Special mention to Lou as well, who visited to inspire the girls with her vast experience. 100% would recommend.
Written 1 June 2023
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Sharon Newman
16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Family
Fantastic horse riding experience for total novices. Tricia was wonderful well worth a visit. Catered for a group of five superbly. Made us feel comfortable on the horse and even sized up our helmets correctly just by sight.
Written 16 July 2021
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Sarah
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1.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020 • Couples
Really disappointed with having to write a negative review with them having so many positive ones! My boyfriend and I were SO excited about booking with the stables especially after finding out That they did western riding. We contacted on the Wednesday with reference to a ride out, we got a speedy response On the same day asking for heights and weights to which I replied, then nothing, never heard from them again, even after sending another email and calling numerous times. I really do appreciate that in this climate things are difficult and it’s changed a lot of people’s working lives but a quick message saying too busy or something would have been nice. We actually headed to the area and booked accommodation in hope of a reply just in case. But still nothing! Really gutted that we never got to go!
Written 18 October 2020
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Gaz H
2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Solo
If you’re looking to try Lunga riding stables and are here on trip advisor looking for the answer, here it is. Yes GO!
I cannot stress enough just how fantastic it is. Tricia is the absolute best teacher that will become a life long friend. She goes above and beyond what you expect from any riding school. I e been so far twice and I travel four hours each way to get there. Why? Not just because it had everything I need but because Tricia makes it so. I go there to western ride and to learn as much as I can from her. Het horses are stunning and very well kept and trained to the highest standard. She’s extremely easy to get along with and laugh along with. On my last visit a fair few miles from her stables on my way home I hit a pot hole and burst a tire on my car. RAC told me 6-8 hours wait as I had no spare wheel. Tricia and her team went above and beyond to try get a spare wheel for me, came out after dark herself with tools and torches and when we had no luck with the fix, she drove to to Oban the nearest town so I could get food and wait for family to collect me. Family arrival was going to take three hours. She waited with me, we had coffee and food whilst I waited for my rescue. This is the short story of the lengths Tricia and her team went to. Help me after if spent the day riding with her. We were out riding in the gorgeous hills and woodland around the estate and then after lunch it was training in the arena. I could write a huge amount about how you will have the best experience, the best horses and best scenery all packed together with the best company, best knowledge and experience, whether you’re their to ride English or Western style with her. Trust me it is also extremely great on price too. After two visits it feels like I’ve been going there for years, she really is that easy to relax around. Even if you ride local to where you live and you think Lunga is a distance away, still go, do both. You will thank yourself I promise you that.
Written 30 October 2023
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SaffiMit
Moniaive, UK1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 • Family
I recently stayed at Lunga with my 2 young children. Since I had booked (February) ,I have been trying to contact the stables for rides for my kids. I finally had 1 call back which the woman assured me it wouldn’t be a problem to go out riding when we were staying. Heard nothing back from the email she requested so when we were there, we decided to visit to make sure it was still alright to ride. “Oh, I’m not sure I have horses suitable for your kids” was the first blow. Not impressed after stating it wouldn’t be a problem.

Then, we were promised a ride next day if I lead the horse. That was fine. Turned up the next day at the agreed time and the woman who ran the stables- nowhere to be seen. I called her- no answer. We hung about for 25 mins and decided to go home with 2 extremely disappointed kids.

If the stables weren’t prepared to take the kids out for a lesson, why state it was fine and make arrangements?? It Was a very unfortunate end to our holiday and left being very angry about the whole situation. The stables aren’t obviously in need of custom or good reviews.
Written 15 May 2021
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Alex M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Family
I booked this riding experience for myself and my mum as a birthday present for her. The whole experience was absolutely amazing with incredible scenery. Patricia and everyone who worked there were absolutely amazing and really made the whole experience so enjoyable. The horses were absolutely beautiful and incredibly well trained so I would highly recommend this to anyone!

Amazing place, amazing experience and amazing people. Thank you so much for such a great day.
Written 14 November 2023
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choccy78
Liverpool ,England66 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 • Family
We went on a 2 hour hack in the hills during our family holiday. We are a family of 4 total novices and we felt very safe. The horses were very well behaved and we had a lovely day . Highly recommended. Even our teenager smiled !
Written 22 August 2021
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Christine742
San Francisco, CA39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
We had a fabulous time on our ride with Patricia and her assistant! Thank you so much for helping us out with our footwear situation, Patricia! 😘

The trail was beautiful, the horses were great, and Patricia was a pleasure to chat with. Highly recommend! I would note that WhatsApp seems to be the best way to communicate when you’re making arrangements.
Written 4 October 2024
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Susan B
Morpeth, UK4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
Thank you to Patricia for organising a glorious evening ride through the Lunga estates on Paddy and Jura for myself and my daughter. The horses were so well trained and really knew their job. We were able to relax and enjoy the route and its spectacular views. Patricia was very welcoming and understanding. We enjoyed the chat and the opportunity to learn about riding western style.
Written 23 August 2020
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