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The RAC Saddle Club
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The stables were formed in 1982 within the Royal Armoured Corps Garrison at Bovington Camp mainly for military recreation and for children and dependants of the military. While still under military control, the stables are now open to the public so that everyone can enjoy the facilities.
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The RAC Saddle Club
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Allenby Barracks
Bovington
Wareham
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BH20 6JA
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| Directions |
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From any direction, follow all signs to the Tank Museum at Bovington, and pick up the RAC Saddle Club signs by the Tank Museum entrance.
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Number of Outdoor Schools...
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Outdoor Floodlit...............
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Outdoor School Details..........
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40ft x 60ft
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Number of Indoor Schools.....
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1
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Indoor School Details............
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20ft x 40ft
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Tack Shop..............................
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Secure Tack Room............
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Changing Facilities................
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Lecture Room...................
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Show Jumping Paddock.........
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All Weather Gallop............
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Horse Walker........................
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XC Course........................
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Hacking.................................
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Hacking Details
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Immense areas of forestry and heath within a quarter of a mile of the stables.
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Other Facilities
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Steeplechase Course
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| Accreditation |
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BHS Approved
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| Instuctors |
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Number BHS Qualified
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2
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Details
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BHS II and BHS stage 3 Prelim teaching/SM
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Number Other Qualified
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5
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Details
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NVQ level 3
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Breaking...............................
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Camps.............................
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Clipping................................
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Day Rides........................
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DIY/Grass Livery...................
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Exam Centre...................
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Exam Training.......................
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Full Livery........................
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Fun Days..............................
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Part Livery.......................
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Pub Rides.............................
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RDA Friendly....................
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Schooling.............................
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Shows.............................
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Stable Management.............
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Transport........................
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Working Livery.....................
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| Horses and Ponies |
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Total Horses and Ponies
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Available for school use
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Horse Details
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89 horses all rider abilities catered for. Schoolmaster ponies, quiet cobs to competition horses.
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Basic Riding Skills.................
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Adult Beginners................
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Show Jumping.....................
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Dressage.........................
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Cross Country.....................
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Western..........................
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Driving.................................
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Side-Saddle.....................
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Typical prices...
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Adult Group Hour
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?13.00
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Child Group Hour
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?11.00
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Private Lesson - ½ hr from
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?10.00
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Discount schemes
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| Restrictions |
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Minimum Age
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5 years old
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Maximum Weight
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16 stone
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| Further Details |
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| Courses |
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BHS 1,2, &3.
Horse Owners Certificate
Pony Club Tests
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