We understand what makes a truly unforgettable horse riding holiday — and we take great pride in curating and delivering it to you.
Liberty Trails delivers exclusive, high end, fully curated equestrian escapes in Dartmoor National Park, England’s last great wilderness. Designed for competent, enthusiastic and discerning riders able to ride super fit, forward going and enthusiastic horses, our tailormade gettaways blend thrilling adventure with luxury hospitality and rustic, authentic experiences.
Whether you’re an individual looking for something exceptional, a couple wanting an unforgettable holiday or a trainer interested in bringing a small group, we take care of every detail — including private airport transfers and non rider activities
After an initial discussion to ascertain your level of expertise, preferred length of stay and preferred dates, we will create a perfect multi day English riding experience combined with high end hospitality and tailormade touches.
If you’d like to encourage some non riders to join your party, allow us to suggest a range of high end non-riding experiences including wellness therapy treatments, golf – for all levels- fly fishing and helicopter flights across the region. We will coordinate their experiences to tie-in with your days so that you are altogether for lunches and sundowners and dinners.
For the keen golfers in your party, we have two very fine British Golf courses within easy reach. Bovey Castle’s 18 hole championship golf course is both challenging and beautiful and was designed by Abercrombie in the last century. The course has national acclaim as one of the most enjoyable places to play golf and was designed to rival Gleneagles and Turnberry. This course has been described as a golf experience never to be forgotten.
Within a two hour drive away is the Jack Nicklaus Championship Golf Course. The Nicklaus Signature Course at St. Mellion is a landmark in European golf history, being the first course in Europe personally designed by Jack Nicklaus. Opened in 1988, this course quickly gained acclaim for its challenging layout and stunning design.
Many of our international non riding guests have said that these two golf course combined have given them the best golfing experiences of their lives.
For the larger parties.. those bringing a group of 8 guests or more, we’re offering one complementary place – our thank you for sharing ‘moor’ magic.
Founded by Elaine Prior, who grew up on Dartmoor- living and breathing horses – Liberty Trails specialises in high-end equestrian experiences across Dartmoor National Park. With a reputation for excellence and attention to detail, we welcome guests who value high end hopitality, fabulous horses and a rustic, authentic adventure.
Our horses are fit, responsive, and beautifully cared for — chosen for their surefootedness, spirit, and suitability for the terrain. Whether you’re navigating wide-open moorland or ancient wooded trails, you’ll ride in small, expertly guided groups on horses that give you confidence and freedom.
This is not nose-to-tail trekking, this is ground covering adventure riding for the confident equestrian.
We match each rider carefully, ensuring your time in the saddle is one of pure joy.
Dartmoor is untamed, hauntingly beautiful, and steeped in history and myth — a land of sweeping tors, granite outcrops, old age settlements and viewpoints to take your breath away. It’s the perfect playground for the adventurous rider and an extraordinary contrast to more familiar riding landscapes.
This is a rare chance to explore terrain few ever do — on horses that know and love their jobs.
Return from your days in the saddle to warm hospitality in either of our unique venues.
For the more exclusive, larger parties – our quintessentially British Manor House offers the perfect country stay with ample social rooms, gardens, outdoor terraces and your very own private chef for the duration of your stay.
For those looking for a little more luxury – we are partnered with Bovey Castle Hotel, which offers an award-winning spa, multiple restaurants and a concierge service to boot.
We work with select partners to create a seamless blend of comfort and charm, tailored to your preferences.
Your days in the saddle will include a safari-style picnic lunch served in a remote beauty spot out on the open moor. All of our food is served fresh with locally sourced ingredients which will cater to your requirements.
We can arrange for dining experiences at local gastropubs, gourmet dining within the hotel or carefully curated meals within the Manor House prepared by our in-house chef team.
No two groups are the same — and neither are our itineraries.
Whether you’re planning a trip for individuals, couples, or a private group, we design each stay around your desired pace, duration, and focus — with optional wellness sessions, off-saddle activities, and non-rider options available.
Our wish is to give you the very best of British hospitality and equestrian adventure.
Learn about the moors, the native wildlife and the myths of the moorland from our expert mounted Guides.
Enjoy the support of your very own ground-crew vehicle that will transfer you to and from each day’s location as well as popping up for a mid-ride coffee break to replenish the stores after a couple of hours in the saddle.
Your safety, comfort and fun are our priorities.
Whether this is a romantic stay, a celebration or simply a group of friends looking for a fabulous riding adventure, we will always do our very best to go the extra mile in making your stay unforgettable!
Let us show you a side of England few ever see — from the back of a horse, with every detail designed just for you.
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