Replacement Outdoor Riding School for Wilton RDA

Why are we crowdfunding 

We are calling on all our incredible supporters to ensure we can continue to accommodate riders according to their specific needs in a safe environment.

The current outdoor riding school is no longer fit for purpose, after many years of use the surface is worn and it needs replacing. The arena has provided years of therapeutic treatment and hours of fun for our riders, but now needs to be urgently replaced. We need to provide a safe, fun space for our riders and a comfortable and stable surface for our ponies.  

We provide a caring home for many horses and ponies which enables them to extend their working lives, ensuring they are happy and loved by riders and volunteers alike.

“I have enjoyed every single day of my time at the Pembroke Centre, working with the horses & ponies, they have been incredible over the years, bringing so much pleasure to so many, we cannot thank them enough”, Carol, Volunteer.

It not only allows riding in a safe environment, but it allows this to take place outdoors with all the additional benefits this has for both riders and volunteers. 

The new arena will ensure we can continue to do this for many more years.

How Wilton RDA impacts the lives of children and adults 

Our mission is to enhance the lives of children and adults with disabilities through a relationship with horses. We provide therapy that improves balance and co-ordination as well as building confidence and support for people with mental and emotional issues.

To do this we rely on our dedicated team of volunteers and qualified Coaches who give over 20,000 hours of their time each year.

The Pembroke Centre Wilton RDA has been providing therapeutic riding for children and adults for over 40 years. Our riders develop their balance and co-ordination, gain muscle strength and build up their all-important core muscles and confidence.

Riders gain confidence and self-esteem while they socialise and build relationships with other riders, volunteers and ponies. That relationship with a pony brings incalculable benefits.

We see the impact The Pembroke Centre and the way it provides riders and volunteers with an environment where they can spend time immersed in an activity that has a profound and lasting effect on physical and mental wellbeing. It brings release, joy and happiness to everyone who comes to visit us. 

“Being able to ride at RDA Wilton makes me proud to be part of it. The team looks after me so well and takes on anyone who needs the support”, Victoria, Rider.

Our riders deserve the very best facilities.

How you can help 

There are three simple ways you can help us reach our target and make this project successful:

1.    Donate. Our campaign relies on your donations, please do not delay.

2.    Share our story. Tell your friends and family and share on social media.

3.    Fundraise. It’s simple to fundraise for us by setting up your own page. Just use the ‘contact project’ button and let us know, no bank details are required.

How will we spend the money raised

We are fortunate that Sport England have awarded a conditional offer of £7,500 to Wilton Riding for the Disabled Association for the Outdoor School based on us matching the amount through this campaign. It is essential we meet our target to qualify for this additional funding. Target of £15,000 includes match funding from Sport England.

The total amount required is more than the target and any additional funds raised will also go towards the new outdoor riding school. 

Thank you for supporting our campaign and please follow us for updates during this project.