Explore the beautiful countryside of the Faughan Valley on horseback with our small-group guided trail rides, enjoying panoramic views across Derry, Donegal and the North Antrim Coast.
A perfect first horse riding adventure in the beautiful Faughan Valley.
Enjoy a relaxed guided ride through the countryside surrounding City of Derry Farm & Equestrian Centre. Perfect for first-time riders or those returning to horse riding.
Our friendly team will carefully match you with the right horse so you can relax and enjoy the experience with confidence.
Small group experience – maximum 2 riders.
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Ready to explore the beautiful countryside surrounding Derry?
Explore further into the countryside on this guided trail ride through the scenic farmland surrounding City of Derry Farm & Equestrian Centre.
This ride is designed for riders who are confident in walk, trot and canter in English tack, allowing you to enjoy more time in the saddle while exploring the beautiful Faughan Valley.
If you have only ridden in Western tack, we recommend booking the Beginner Trail Ride, as the riding style and equipment differ significantly.
Small group experience – maximum 4 riders.
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Most Popular Trail
Our signature half-day riding adventure through the beautiful Derry countryside in the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains.
Roseann’s Trail is a unique half-day riding experience that takes you deeper into the beautiful countryside surrounding City of Derry Farm & Equestrian Centre.
Designed for confident riders, this extended trail ride allows you to explore quiet farmland tracks, open countryside and spectacular views across the Faughan Valley while spending more time in the saddle.
Named after Pauline’s grandmother Roseann, this trail reflects the heritage of generations farming and riding in the Faughan Valley.
Small group experience – maximum 4 riders.
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Discover something a little different with our unique countryside experiences combining horses, farm life and beautiful landscape of the Faughan Valley.
Food ¦ Farming ¦ Countryside
A unique Irish horses and cheese experience exploring local food, farming and beautiful landscape of the Sperrin Mountains.
Milk, Meadows & Mountain is a special collaboration between City of Derry Farm & Equestrian and Dart Mountain Cheese, bringing together two rural crafts – artisan cheesemaking and life on a fourth-generation working farm.
Your experience begins at Dart Mountain Cheese in the Sperrin Mountains, where you will discover the story of the family business, explore the cheese maturation rooms and enjoy a delicious cheeseboard tasting.
From there, you will travel through the beautiful countryside to City of Derry Farm & Equestrian Centre for a wallking tour of the farm. Meet the horses and animals, hear stories of life on a working family farm and explore the traditional of horse keeping and rural heritage in the Faughan Valley.
This immersive experience offers a genuine connection to local people, animals, food, history and landscape.
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Wellbeing ¦ Horses ¦ Nature
A peaceful countryside experience designed to help you slow down, reconnect with nature and experience the calming presence of horses.
Stillness in Motion invites you to step away from busy routines and spend time in the beautiful countryside of the Faughan Valley.
Through quiet observation, time with the horses and gentle guided activities, you will explore the unique connection between horses, nature and wellbeing.
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We also offer riding activities suitable for groups, tours, and organised visits, delivered by experienced staff in a staff and structured environment.
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Farm Life ¦ Animals ¦ Heritage
Step into life on a working family farm and meet the animals that make the farm so special.
Hooves, Heritage and Happy Goats is a relaxed countryside experience where visitors can meet horses, spend time with our playful pygmy goats and discover the heritage of life on a working farm in the Faughan Valley.
You’ll hear stories of generations of farming, meet the animals that are part of the daily life here and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the countryside just outside Derry.
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Stories ¦ Heritage ¦ Farm Life
Discover the stories, history and traditions of life on a working family farm.
Farm Tales invites visitors to step into the story of the farm and learn about generations of farming in the beautiful countryside of the Faughan Valley.
Through storytelling, time with the animals and exploring the farm, you will gain a deeper understanding of rural life and the traditions that continue to shape the landscape today.
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Children ¦ Ponies ¦ Farm Fun
A fun and friendly introduction to ponies for younger visitors at City of Derry Farm & Equestrian Centre.
Pony Pals is a hands-on pony experience where children can meet, groom and spend time with our gentle ponies while learning about life on the farm.
This relaxed session gives children the opportunity to connect with ponies, build confidence around animals and enjoy time in the countryside just outside Derry.
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Planning your visit to City of Derry Farm & Equestrian Centre is simple. Our experiences take place in the beautiful countryside of the Faughan Valley, just a short drive from Derry City and in the foothills of the Sperrin Mountains.
Whether you’re joining us for a trail ride, a farm experience or a unique countryside tour, our small group experiences offer a relaxed and personal way to enjoy the landscape.
City of Derry Farm & Equestrian Centre, Faughan Valley, just outside Derry City.
Set in the peaceful countryside with panoramic views across Derry, Donegal and the North Antrim Coast.
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Helments are provided for riding experiences.
Most of our experiences are small group experiences to ensure a relaxed and personal atmosphere:
Advance booking is recommended for all experiences.
Click on your preferrred experience above to check availability and book online.
Still deciding? Our small-group experiences often sell out, so we recommend booking in advance to secure your place.
