Liberty Trails - High End Horse Riding Holidays in England's Finest Countryside - Tavistock

Celia Rafalko

What a magical experience! Dartmoor is an astonishing place, not to be missed. And to see it up close with the excellent organization of Liberty Trails was a true lifetime experience, except I hope to go again. As well, they organized excellent side trips for me, going above and beyond so I could enjoy all the area had to offer. Highly recommended.

eleanor mark

I have just returned from my second liberty trails weekend and it was out of this world. My own horse is out of action so I rode two fantastic liberty trails horses. Both looked after me better than my own could have, were so fit and so fun to ride that I came back home feeling I had learnt from them. Now on the really amazing stuff - Dartmoor is out of this world riding (I say this as a Yorkshire moors girl). Not a car or person in sight and the feeling of being totally at one with nature. Elaine, Bob, Amy and the rest of the team are wonderfully kind - know exactly how to make you feel safe and welcome & always have a cake and drink to hand (even the middle of the moor). The food was exceptional as was the stay at Bovey Castle. Elaine helped ensure we were transported everywhere, massages were booked, dinner was planned.

I am on a holiday high which I think will last a long time & a head full of canters across the open moors. I can’t recommend this holiday enough.

Ps my friend took her own horse who was looked after like a princess

Sarah R.

Liberty Trails is the genuine article. They have quality horses that are well trained and in phenomenal shape. Their attention to detail is superb and the execution seamless. And on top of all this, they are just really nice people - unpretentious, caring, fun, and kind. Riding on Dartmoor is an experience not to be missed. You will never forget it. The landscapes are breathtaking and there is no better way to see it than from the back of a horse. This is no plodding trail ride. You gallop up every hill and cross the landscape at whatever pace suits you, including ground-eating trots and pleasant canters. Your horse will be enjoying himself almost as much as you will! Punctuating the undulating hills are rocky Tors, oodles of sheep, delightful wild ponies, and cattle, including some long-haired and long-horned Scottish Highland cattle. Whatever you can dream up, Liberty Trails will make happen if it's at all possible. And don't miss the opportunity to learn some falconry skills with the falconer at Bovey Castle. It's a rare chance to spend time with amazing birds of prey in the company of someone who has devoted a large portion of his life to them. Just go. You won't regret it.

Tzo Tze Ang

Absolutely wonderful riding in the glorious Dartmoor countryside on impeccably chosen horses. Everything was meticulously planned by Liberty Trails and the experience was warm and personal. Highly recommend for the best riding holiday ever!

Cindy Rosen

Fantastic experience riding the Dartmoor with Liberty Trails. Elaine, Bob, Lucy and the crew paid very close attention to all details. My horse was reliable, sturdy and a terrific mount. He paid close attention to my seat, hands and voice. The saddle was very comfortable and all horses were immaculately turned out with clean tack. All horses were very fit, fed and groomed. The caterers were very handsome, courteous and provided exquisite meals, yummy wine and interesting cocktails. The treks we did were very interesting and varied through wild flowers, heather, rock outcrops, historical markers and prehistoric relics. We rode through streams, up large hills and grasslands. Saw the wild horses of the Dartmoor, sheep, and cattle. My only complaint about the trip was the shuffling around to a different Inn every night but the last night we stayed at the same Inn as per request from one of the guest. Elaine has really paid attention to the details of providing you the best experience. This is definitely a bucket list item and I highly recommend it! Cbeck out my Facebook Page "High Horse Drifters," to see more photos.

Stacey Stearns

I've ridden with Liberty Trails twice, and both were outstanding riding vacations with first class horses and service. Dartmoor National Park and the surrounding area of England is stunning and the staff at Liberty Trails ensure the visit is everything you've ever dreamed of and moor (pun intended). The memories will last a lifetime and another ride with them is on my list!

Corinna Storey

A top level luxury riding holiday. Amazing staff, horses, riding, accommodation and incredible food too.

The team at Liberty trails are excellent hosts, nothing is too much trouble. The customer service is outstanding, they are very professional but at the same time you are treated like old friends. The guides are very experienced riders and know the routes on the moor well.

The riding is varied, fast and slow depending on the terrain, the horses are responsive, fit and a pleasure to ride.

The ground crew were always in the meeting places with restaurant quality food ready and waiting at refreshment times. The food is extremely good, you feel like you are on a foodie holiday as well. Very highly recommended, having been 4 times so far, I can't wait for next year!

Kerry Robinson

Truly amazing couple of days...beautiful Dartmoor, superb horses and unrivalled hospitality. Elaine, Bob and Rachel - thank you so much! I went with my daughter (aged 11 yrs) one of the the youngest riders Liberty Trails have had - we had a magical time together and with the team. Loved it! Want to go back.