Choosing to complete a DofE Gold Award on horseback presents participants with a unique opportunity, but it also provides a tremendous sense of adventure and achievement.
Travel by horse requires careful planning to ensure success, learning new skills, building confidence and working as a team. The minimum age for the DofE Gold Award on Horseback is 16 years.

To participate, you will need to be a competent horse rider who can walk, trot and canter, be experienced at hacking out in open countryside and riding on public roads. You should be fit and capable of riding for up to six hours each day. Prior to the course, participants will be required to complete a Participant Riding Questionnaire.
Each rider will be carefully paired with a suitable well-schooled horse, accustomed to mountain terrain to take you on this incredible adventure.

You will need to provide your own riding hat (approved to current standards), short whip, riding boots, gloves and appropriate waterproof clothing. A hi-vis jacket or waistcoat will be provided, although you are welcome to bring your own. Saddle bags and map holders are provided.