Do you want to improve your riding and have a great holiday at the same time? The qualified instructors at Harris Horses will inspire you!

Riders of all levels will also appreciate our experienced & quality horses & ponies. You can develop your basic skills and build the confidence to try new things - both on the flat and over jumps.

Trail Riding and Hacking: Those riders who would like to can enjoy hacking along the quiet tracks, meandering vines & leafy woodland of the delightful Bordeaux countryside – look for birds of prey, deer & even wild boar!

Flexible horse riding - tailored to suit what you want to do
We have a number of experienced ex-competition horses chosen for their abilities and easy-going nature. We offer structured training holidays or long weekends for all levels of rider - whether you are an experienced rider looking to sharpen your competition performance, a group of adults looking for an educational & fun break withsome time to relax.

Children and novice riders welcome!
Maybe you are a couple wanting to ride and then spend time exploring this fabulous region, or a family with older children looking to try something new. (Complete beginners welcome). We also have lovely ponies of all capabilities suitable for smaller adults and for children - the perfect family holiday.

Any non-riders in the family?
Don't worry, there is so much to do and see in this region of France that you won't have time to fit it all in!Aquitaine is world famous for its culture - taste Bordeaux wines at local vineyards, sample freshly caught seafood in Lacanau and Arcachon or tee off in the warm sunshine at one of the many beautiful golf courses.

After riding – relax by the pool, doze under the fruit trees and look forward to an evening of delicious home cooked food and, of course – wine! A selection of opulent local wines to enjoy each day, ranging from the light and sparkling Bordeaux ‘Cremants’ to the more ‘serious’ Graves, Fronsac & St Emilion!

Intensive short courses with BSJA accredited coach and master show jumper, Johnny Harris

These show jumping courses are designed particularly for show jumping and event competition riders. They are also suitable for students taking BHS riding exams Stage 2/3/4. You can improve and practice your show jumping technique – riding the Harris' fabulous ‘schoolmasters’! Develop confidence & increase your skills. Prepare yourself for competition .

Jackie Harris is a fun and motivating BHS certified instructor with over 30 years experience training a wide range of individuals. Jackie has taught hundreds of people to ride and has also trained competitors from Pony Club teams to International level.

Johnny Harris is a BSJA accredited coach and professional show jumper who has competed very successfully at an International level. Between coaching sessions both in France and the U.K Johnny competes regularly on our young horses, most of which are homebred.

Specialised Training
* 3/4 day Intensive show jumping course.
* Prepare for competition &/or BHS Exams.
* Bring your own horse & compete at shows.
* Students taken for work experience.
* Carefully produced young horses for sale.

The village of Guîtres (which has 4 bakeries!) is 2 kms away. Local town – Coutras is 4kms away.

There you will find a twice weekly market, a good selection of shops & a large, modern supermarket, full of wonderful local produce & fabulous wines! Good restaurants, wine tasting, golf courses & picturesque old towns – just a few of the local attractions! Less than an hours drive takes you to the stunning city of Bordeaux & a further ½ hour to the amazing beaches of Lacanau & Arcachon, world famous for their surf, sea food & huge sand dunes!

Simply email or telephone Harris Horses (details below) and visit www.harrishorses.com

CONTACT
HARRIS HORSES

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