Barnston Riding School, Gills Lane, Pensby Reviews
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★☆☆☆☆
“Poor customer care.”
Written on: 22/11/2012 by helengraves14
My nine year old daughter has been attending Barnston stables for a few months now after being so disheartened with riding schools on the Wirral. We have been really happy up until today. My daughter caught a sickness bug and was violently ill during the night. When I phoned the center to cancel her lesson for that evening in 71/2 hrs time. I was told they needed more notice in future. The young man on the telephone was totally unsympathetic, arrogant and rude. He told me I obviously haven't... (read more)
★★★★★
“The best EVER”
Written on: 01/11/2012
I love Barnston. They always do the right things for the ponies. When Pal broke his jaw they made the right decisioned to put him down. And Andy a loving pony got retired because he was way to old. My instructor Laura is THE BEST. She always makes sure you are safe. I have been to many other riding schools and barnston is by far THE BEST. People you should so ride here.The lessons are sometimes on time but who cares if they are late i still love them. Before i came here i wanted to make sure... (read more)
★★★★★
“Great place to start riding! Fantastic value for money.”
Written on: 14/10/2012 by Peterdon1
Would firmly recommend this place to anybody wanting to ride. Lovely riding school with really nice friendly people. I ride every week with an instructor called Keith occasionally have a private lesson with Laura. Both are top notch instructors who know their stuff!! Keith is on another level I seriously recommend this guy! Horses and staff are superb one member of staff in particular who I find exceptional is a lady called Laura who I find to be very courteous and helpful. Fantastic... (read more)
★★★★★
“best place on earth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
Written on: 20/05/2012 by charl_02
i have been riding at barnston for about 6years and i cxant fault it in anyway! the staff are lovely, and all the horses all looked after immaculately! people who are writing things about the owners obviously dont go there ofter or are making it up as i know them personally and theyre two lovely people! the horses care for their rider and never put a foot wrong. the instructors never shout and always make sure your confident with what your doing before you do it! its... (read more)
★★★★★
“Wouldn't ride anywhere else ”
Written on: 08/03/2012
I learnt to ride here as child, came back again in my 20's and now afte a 17 year gap from riding am back again. I have found all the instructors to be very good, approachable and encouraging. They take care to match your ability to the horses and take time to explain anything you are not sure of. The yard is well run, everyone is helpful and the horses and ponies are well cared for.. I have read a few negative comments about the owners on here but I can only say that they have been... (read more)
★★★★★
“my daughter has been to most of the riding schools on...”
Written on: 07/05/2011
my daughter has been to most of the riding schools on the wirral.Barnstion is by far the BEST riding school.all the staff are wonderful ,couldnt ask for my daughter to be at a happyer riding school. (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“I rode at Barnston for 2 years!At pony club there was...”
Written on: 03/04/2011
I rode at Barnston for 2 years!At pony club there was a private lesson with half the barn and we had 16 horses with the other half.It was at christmas.All the horses were getting ready to go to sleep all warmed up with there rugs on.Then we open there stable doors and tack them up!I was on lucy.My mum was helping with Saxon.When i took Lucy in i turned her by Jodie.Then Alfie wanted to get past.So being kind I turned Lucy round to let him throw.Thats when it all went wrong.Lucy reared... (read more)
★★★★★
“I love it at barnston the lessons are good and your...”
Written on: 07/03/2011
I love it at barnston the lessons are good and your always on the move. i have ridden at many riding school and by far barnston is the best. The staff are all friendly and willing to help you out. There is a grate variety for horses. Even tho the lessons are never on time you do always get a good hour. I would recommend barnston to other riders x (read more)
★★★★★
“I did my work experience here, every Friday for around...”
Written on: 02/03/2011
I did my work experience here, every Friday for around 3 months. I ABSOLOUTLY loved it there, the yard staff are lovely and VERY hard working, and I have seen both Keith and John instruct and they both do their jobs well. All of the horses and ponies are very well looked after and each have their own personality and are very special. I would recommend it to everyone as the horses and ponies are amazing, the staff are friendly and lovely and it is such a nice place to be! (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 20/06/2011
I couldn't agree more. Barnston is the best, the horses and ponies are great, they all have their individual qualities. The first riding school I went to was awful for beginners, the best thing I did was change to Barnston through recommendation. Keith is a fab teacher and Jane is so nice, helpful and lovely with the horses.
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★☆☆☆☆
“Don't do it the people that own it are so wrong and...”
Written on: 28/02/2011
Don't do it the people that own it are so wrong and not from this world. The two sons are on drugs (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 23/06/2011
The owners are rarely on the yard and what they get up to behind closed doors has nothing to do with how the riding school is ...
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★★★★★
“I have been riding at Barnston for the last year...”
Written on: 25/02/2011
I have been riding at Barnston for the last year usually three times a week. I have helped lead in the lead rein classes myself and have never seen anything as described by the previous reviwer. I have always found all the staff to be extremely professional helpful and friendly. I took my own niece there for lead rein lessons which I would not have done if I thought there were any issues with safety. I myself within a year have gone from a complete an nervous beginner to now starting to jump... (read more)
★☆☆☆☆
“My 7 year old Daughter began her lessons at Barnston...”
Written on: 26/01/2011
My 7 year old Daughter began her lessons at Barnston Riding center in September 2010. BIG MISTAKE!! The lessons started off okay in the indoor arena with approx 6 horses to a lesson and 1 teacher. I thought this seemed acceptable. I was charged £14 for the lesson and told if i was not going to lead the horse myself I would have to pay an extra £3 for one of the young stable hands to do it!
My Daughter had fortnightly lessons and after the first one, each lesson became more and more of a...
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★★★★★
“i have been to the riding school for a couple of years...”
Written on: 21/12/2010
i have been to the riding school for a couple of years now and my instructor is john. what a great instuctor he is and soooo funny. He is great with the kids and teaches all the basics to a really good manner. I believe he works on the yard too so he must be very didicated to the riding school, and jane his the best, between them two the place runs so well the owners whoever they are should relly be proud that they have 2 members of staff working for them, If i had a riding school they would... (read more)
★★★★★
“I went to Barnston for a couple of months and quickly...”
Written on: 27/10/2010
I went to Barnston for a couple of months and quickly learnt how to canter but then i felt like a change so I moved to a different riding school but when I was there I realised that I missed the friendly atmosphere at Barnston Riding Centre, the staff and especially the horses and soon enough i had booked a lesson at barnston and I can't wait to see the yard again! (read more)
★★★☆☆
“Very unprofessional manners towards the staff from...”
Written on: 24/10/2010
Very unprofessional manners towards the staff from owner. I've always loved Barnston but the owners NEED TO VANISH!!! These faults will not stop me going though due to the exellent riding instructors. Jnae is a lovely, lovely woman. She SHOULD BE THE OWNER! Very committed woman and wouldn't be the same without her.... (read more)
★★★★☆
“i have been a client at barnston for many years now! i...”
Written on: 06/09/2010
i have been a client at barnston for many years now! i can strongly say the horses are very well looked after by a team of great yard staff. The horses are all very well schooled from plods for the begginer to horses that can work at a more advanced level to cater for the more experienced rider.
There have been a lot of changes since brenda ran the place and some seem to be good although i recently took my daughter for her first riding lesson in the lead rein class a girl called Megan took...
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★★★★★
“Barnston riding school is a great way to learn riding...”
Written on: 27/08/2010
Barnston riding school is a great way to learn riding if your a beginer to experienced riders. The shool has over 30 well-looked after horses,the indoor school is great for shelter in the rain not to mention the fab out door school and jumping area for the hot weather.Aswell as all this Barnstn riding center has great facilities awesome competitions to eneter so if you are thinking about going here then i would deffinetley reccomend it . (read more)
★★☆☆☆
“ENJOYED MY LESSON WITH KEITH HE IS GREAT.PEOPLE THAT...”
Written on: 30/05/2010 by abbey123 (1 review written)
ENJOYED MY LESSON WITH KEITH HE IS GREAT.PEOPLE THAT HAVE BARNSTON I THINK IT'S CAROL AND STEVE NEED TO TAKE A BACK SEAT THEY DON'T KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING THEY SHOULD LEAVE THE STAFF TO RUN IT.FIND THE STAFF VERY NICE THERE IS A NICE LAD THERE CALLED IAN HIS GREAT WITH EVERYONE.SHOULD HAVE MORE STAFF LIKE KEITH AND IAN.ALL IN ALL COULD BE BETTER IF THE OWNERS LET THE STAFF RUN THE YARD HAS THEY KNOW WHAT THEY ARE DOING SORRY BUT CAROL AND STEVE DON'T.IT'S BETTER WHEN THEY ARE NOT THERE. (read more)
★★★★★
“I have been riding at Barnston for over 1 year now. I...”
Written on: 28/05/2010 by Hannahchad (1 review written)
I have been riding at Barnston for over 1 year now. I have made some really good friends and loads of good horse friends too. Saxon and Lucy have got to be my favourite horses. I wish I could take them home! In school I'm always daydreaming about the horses! (not my fault). The instructors (John and Jill) are very good at teaching. (read more)
★★★☆☆
“We have been coming to Barnston Riding Centre for a...”
Written on: 17/04/2010
We have been coming to Barnston Riding Centre for a number of years now. The instructors are very good and they have a good selection of horses and ponies to suit everyone. However be aware though that at peak times weekends and evenings some of the class sizes can be easily 10 plus and if it's raining the outside menage will not be used and you therefore end up having to share the indoor school, which can be a nightmare especially if you are in a big class of 10 plus. When you have to... (read more)
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★★★★★
“ I LOVE THE STABLES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 THE HORSES ARE...”
Written on: 17/04/2010
I LOVE THE STABLES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 THE HORSES ARE REALLY WELL BEHAVED! EVERY1 SHUD GO THRE IT HAS GREAT FACILITIES AND THE INSTRUCTORS ARE GREAT CONFIDENT BOOSTERS AND THEY ALWAYS HELP YOU WHEN UR STUCK!!!!1
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★★★★★
“Barnston Riding Centre Is The Most Amazing Riding...”
Written on: 07/02/2010
Barnston Riding Centre Is The Most Amazing Riding School Ever, All The Horses Are Amazing Especially Rusty - ILYSM Rusty! All The Instructors Are Amazing And They Offer Loads Of Things To Do Including Pony Club , Compotitions , Pony Management Days And Lots More. The Value For Money Is Incredible And I Love It There. There Really Isnt Any BAd Points To Be Honest . In Your Lesons You Do One Week Flatwork And The Next Week Flatwork. They Also Do Private Lessons. If You Are Wanting To Start... (read more)
★★★★★
“As an experienced rider i was dubious about having...”
Written on: 27/01/2010
As an experienced rider i was dubious about having lessons again, i have been taught by both John and Keith and can safely say they both know what they are talking about!! i have learnt alot.
Their horses are not the usual plod and the likes of Drummer, Bruce and Jasper wouldn`t be out of place in the eventong circuit!!
I reccommend it!
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★★★★★
“THE BEST FOR MONEY IN THE WIRRAL PLUS ALL THE STAFF...”
Written on: 14/01/2010
THE BEST FOR MONEY IN THE WIRRAL PLUS ALL THE STAFF ARE NICE AND HORSES WOULD RECOMMEND RIDING SCHOOL TO EVERYONE. (read more)
★★★★★
“I have been riding there for a year and a half now. I...”
Written on: 29/11/2009
I have been riding there for a year and a half now. I had been riding at a different stable before for 7 years but i have learnt more in the year and a half in barnston then i did in those 7 years. the staff are great. i am in group 4 of the pony club and i love it emensly. i have made loads of new friends and i work on a sunday. The horses are lovely they are each different in their own way. I love jasper he has to be the stables best horse. They don't just do riding the have line dancing... (read more)
★★★★★
“Barnston Riding Centre is a very good riding school...”
Written on: 21/10/2009
Barnston Riding Centre is a very good riding school with very good instructors and nice workers. You can ride at pony management, stable management, group lessons , private lessons, pony club and BHS stages. There are no bad points.
My favourite ponies are Sandy, Paddy and Pepsi. There are about 40 horses and a wide range of ability to choose from. The horses are well looked after. There is an indoor arena, outdoor arena and jumping field.
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★★★★★
“BRC is my home practically im their every saturday,...”
Written on: 09/10/2009
BRC is my home practically im their every saturday, thurday, wednesday and tuesday i love it! even working their is a pleasure all the staff are easy to get along with and their is always good banta there no 2 days the same we always have a laugh. it is good value for money also the teaching staff are of a high standard so you know you are getting your money's worth out of it. The horses at BRC are just the best even the ponies that i cant ride as im too big :(:( have a lot of character! But... (read more)
★★★★★
“i love barnston riding center and i have been riding...”
Written on: 27/07/2009
i love barnston riding center and i have been riding there since november and i am really confident with with the horses.i have been tought alot by goin there and now know how to ride and take care of horses.all the staff are really nice and so are the horses.If i could i would recomend it to evry one in the world.the lessons and poney management are really fun so you get your moneys worth.my fave poney is sandy and i love all the rest too. (read more)
★★★★★
“I have been riding at Barnston for 2 weeks and love it...”
Written on: 26/07/2009
I have been riding at Barnston for 2 weeks and love it already great value for money and exelent instructors.I rode Dylan an Jodie on the first two weeks and love them both especialy Jodie she is absolutely amazing. I am going to join pony club soon and cant wait. Barnston offer lots of great things and i cant wait for sunday to come and have my lesson. Realy friendly staff and very well trained beutiful horses. Their is an indoor, outdoor and jumping arena, also a shop which sells lots of... (read more)
★★★★☆
“Both Daughters have ridden at Barnston Riding School...”
Written on: 05/07/2009
Both Daughters have ridden at Barnston Riding School for a number of years and greatly enjoyed their experience. (read more)
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★★★★★
“i think Barnston Riding School is the best riding...”
Written on: 14/05/2009 by Kattyrandles
i think Barnston Riding School is the best riding school. all the horses are really nice and so are the staff.I have lernt alot about horses and riding from going there.I love it there and i wouldnt go to any other riding school. (read more)
★★★★★
“I love Barnston Riding School because all the...”
Written on: 01/05/2009 by mussad123 (1 review written)
I love Barnston Riding School because all the instructors are really nice. I would never leave Barnston because all the horses are amazing! (read more)
★★★★★
“I love Barston. Its the best Stables on the Wirral. It...”
Written on: 29/04/2009 by Polly26
I love Barston. Its the best Stables on the Wirral. It is extremely good value for money and you will definately love all the horses and Ponies. (read more)
★★★★★
“I really love Barnston Riding School, it's so good!...”
Written on: 27/03/2009
I really love Barnston Riding School, it's so good! All the horses and ponies are amazing, they are all so different, you are bound to fall in love with at least one. The instructors are very talented and you learn so much more at Barnston than anywhere else. I wouldn't EVER consider leaving- even after almost 6 years. The horses are well cared for and happy, excellent value for money, I can never wait to get back there once I have gone home :) Highly recommended, you won't regret any time... (read more)
★★★★★
“Barnston Riding School have the best instructors on...”
Written on: 05/02/2009
Barnston Riding School have the best instructors on the wirral and horses are happy and healthy, the cost of each lesson is just right for the current economic climate. Instructors do not beat about the bush when it comes to whether you are good or bad, they are honest and approachable, will not keep you in a lesson that is either beneath your abilities or above your abilities. Each lesson is perfectly suited to the rider. Pefect horses for the perfect riding experience, whether young or... (read more)
★★★★★
“I love horse riding at barston because my istructor,...”
Written on: 07/01/2009
I love horse riding at barston because my istructor, is sooooo lovely and the pony i ride-Paddy- is a real gem. Also my mates go there and they feel the same way,I think anyway!!! (read more)
★★★★★
“Barnston is brilliant for riders of all ages.They have...”
Written on: 24/12/2008
Barnston is brilliant for riders of all ages.They have a great range of horses and ponies of varying sizes and temperaments.
Barnston is a tremendous place .There are many excellent instructors including ... Mandy , Keith and Jill. When you are not riding you can pop to the pony club , line dancing or pony
management !!! .I have 3 favourite ponies : Saxon , Pepsi and Andy.
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★★★★★
“I learnt to ride there from the beginning. All the...”
Written on: 08/12/2008
I learnt to ride there from the beginning. All the horses are very well looked after and Keith, for certain is the best instructor there, he can teach lead-reiners to experienced riders.
I bought my horse from there as I could trust that he was well schooled, I have been happy with him since =)
The horses all still have their own personality, which is also a proof that they are well looked after as none have lost their 'spark'
I would definitely recommend BRC
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★★★★★
“Barnston Riding School, Pensby is a great riding...”
Written on: 02/12/2008 by ISABELLA S1 (1 review written)
Barnston Riding School, Pensby is a great riding school. The lessons are are great and the instrucors are generally really friendly people. I love the horses as well, they are nice horses and are well trained and always behave. There are no bad points. (read more)
★★★★★
“I lovvvveee barnston!! I have been working there for a...”
Written on: 12/11/2008
I lovvvveee barnston!! I have been working there for a while now and just everybody is so nice there and the horses are very well behaved and the classes are always amazing!! We love u barnston please, please go to this rding centre, you will NOT regret it! :) (read more)
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★★★★★
“Barnston riding centre is ace, I love it and would...”
Written on: 29/10/2008
Barnston riding centre is ace, I love it and would spend every day there if I could. The horses are great and the staff are so helpful, you couldn't ask for more. You get hands on experience of tacking and untacking the horses which is good in itself. All the teaching staff are so good and i always come away feeling happy and fulfilled. Give it a try, I'm sure you'll return. (read more)
★★★★★
“Friendly people gr8 horses fab instructors christmas...”
Written on: 26/10/2008 by jc4crystal
Friendly people gr8 horses fab instructors christmas games such a laff i love ittt !! I have been riding at barnston 4 atleast 2 years now and i love it ! the staff the girls/boiis and horses are emense my favorite horse is crystal i love her so much shes a fab ride .... barnston is a great riding centre and there couldnt be anywhere better :D x (read more)
★★★★★
“I've been riding at barnston 4 about 1yr an a half and...”
Written on: 08/10/2008
I've been riding at barnston 4 about 1yr an a half and i love it, it is really warm and friendly and my favourite horse is pal but sum times he can be a bit lazy, i love toffee the instructors r very kind and trained 2 a high standard.But cum coz i think every 1 shud like the horses and the stables..x (read more)
★★★★☆
“Much better tuition and 100% friendlier than all other...”
Written on: 03/10/2008
Much better tuition and 100% friendlier than all other yards we have visited. Totally recommend for children to learn to ride and learn pony care. Children able to do or help with tacking and untacking their pony. Cheaper than most other riding stables. Really friendly yard and good instructors. (read more)
★★★★★
“I have been riding at barnston for 10 years now and i...”
Written on: 26/09/2008
I have been riding at barnston for 10 years now and i love i will never consider moving anywhere else unless my instructor moves. even if i get my own horse i will still ride at barnston. they are soo helpful and when you fall off the laugh with you and make sure that you are okay before they let you get back on and ride. they reasure of your capibility, they have the cutest and most amazing horse on the tsbales, the workers are always polite and are always willing to help. i can't really... (read more)
★★★★☆
“I love riding at Barsnton and have gone for nearly 2...”
Written on: 03/08/2008
I love riding at Barsnton and have gone for nearly 2 years now, i go to the pony management days in the school holidays and have learnt alot ,my favourite horses are Saxon and Danny Boy they are so sweet and good to ride. Most of the ins (read more)
★★★★★
“AMAZING. The horses/ponies are amazing! Everyone is...”
Written on: 09/06/2008 by cooldude0101 (1 review written)
AMAZING. The horses/ponies are amazing! Everyone is really friendly. Get alot for your money! (read more)
★★★★★
“I've ridden at Barnston for 20 years since i was 7 and...”
Written on: 17/05/2008 by dukeydog (1 review written)
I've ridden at Barnston for 20 years since i was 7 and worked there when i was in college. it has always been an affordable place to ride and does not compromise quality. I have ridden at at other establishments in wirral and think Barnston is the best. (read more)
★★★★★
“Barnston Riding Centre is the best riding school ever!...”
Written on: 16/05/2008
Barnston Riding Centre is the best riding school ever! i love all the horses there, they rock! (read more)
★★★★★
“Cassie, Rusty, Dolly, Dylan, Czar, Drummer ... They...”
Written on: 03/05/2008
Cassie, Rusty, Dolly, Dylan, Czar, Drummer ... They are the best horses/ponies there! AMAZINGGG x ...... If your looking for a flighty horse whos a great jumper to ride, pick CASSIEEE =]
I ride a pony at the yard my horse is on called Pickles, his owner has offered him to barnston .... If they get him im gonna ride him loads in my lessons coz hes amazing lil pony! xxx
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 14/06/2011
All of the horses and ponies at Barnston are nice but they are exactly that, horses and ponies and as for all animals are unpredictable. It is not ideal to have that many ponies in half of the school and I hope a lesson has been learned.