Welcome To Sweetlands Farm
The Haven, Billingshurst, West Sussex
5★ Higher Standards Licensed / ABRS+ Approved Riding School / AQA Approved Centre / EASP
Horse Riding Lessons • Animal & Farm Learning • Equine Assisted Services
Helping children and young people build confidence, learn new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences with horses, animals and the countryside.
Choose your experience:
Riding Lessons
Sweetlands Farm is a 5★ licensed, ABRS+ approved riding school, offering experienced, patient, fully qualified and insured coaching.
We offer structured after-school and Saturday group riding lessons for children and young people of all abilities, from complete beginners through to more experienced riders.
Our riders have the opportunity to work through the ABRS levels gaining progress awards, certificates and rosettes in riding and horse care.
Tiny tots pony time and lead rein sessions are offered during the weekdays.
See our Horse Riding lesson page for more information
Animal & Farm Learning
Small, guided sessions where children and young people connect with animals through calm, hands-on learning in a real farm environment.
Sessions involve time with our Ponies, Royal Golden Guernsey Goats, Oxford Sandy and Black Pigs, Zwartbles Sheep, Dogs and Chickens - covering animal care, behaviour, welfare and an understanding of rare and traditional breeds.
As a registered AQA centre, learners can work towards nationally recognised Unit Award certificates as part of their sessions.
Open to schools and home educators. Sessions are tailored to age and ability, with bespoke programmes available for groups.
Opportunities for all in holiday times.
See our Animal & Farm Learning page for more information.
Equine and Animal Assisted Services
A more personal approach to learning through horses and animals.
Suitable for children and young people who may benefit from a quieter, more individual or small-group environment including those accessing alternative provision or supportive educational settings.
Sessions are primarily non-ridden and may include horse care, groundwork, animal handling, welfare-based learning and confidence-building activities.
Where suitable and beneficial to the individual, ridden activities or short riding experiences may also be included.
Horse-related learning can be supported through the ABRS+ Advanced Rosette Syllabus, helping learners build understanding, responsibility, communication and confidence through practical, hands-on experiences with horses.
Sessions can be tailored to include all of our animals.
See our Equine & Animal Assisted Services page for more information.
The Farmer’s Rest
Fresh coffee, hot drinks, cakes and refreshments overlooking the arena.
Whether you’re watching a riding lesson, attending an Animal & Farm Learning session or simply enjoying time at the farm, The Farmer’s Rest offers a welcoming place to sit, relax and enjoy the countryside.
Open during selected sessions, events and special activities.
The Sweetlands Way
Surrounded by open countryside and thriving wildlife, it offers a quiet escape from the busyness of everyday life. Buzzards circle overhead, swallows return each year to the stable rafters, hedgerows are alive with birdsong.
We are passionate about caring for our environment and creating a space where both people and animals can thrive. Since starting Sweetlands, we have installed solar, large water collectors, added a pond, planted numerous trees and hedging across the farm, with many more planned for the future as we continue to grow and nurture the land.
With space to breathe, fresh air, and the gentle presence of animals, Sweetlands Farm is a place to relax, build confidence, and simply enjoy being outdoors.
We are always happy to help you find the right session for your child — please get in touch to discuss availability or booking.
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Licence number LI/13/0252/RIDING
