We collect you from Baldock station at tea time and bring you back to our 15th century cottage for drinks and snacks (Prosecco is always on ice, any excuse for a celebration).
After meeting and feeding the animals (pigs, goats, horses, chickens, ducks) we then take the pigs for a walk in the countryside though, to be honest, they choose the route.
There are stunning sunsets here so be prepared to be bathed in wonderful light.
After putting the pigs to bed we present you with a three course supper, all cooked from scratch including the bread and ice cream and much of the food home grown.
Spend the night in a romantic guest cottage with a log fire.
Breakfast includes fresh laid eggs, fresh squeezed orange juice, smoked salmon, cappuccino
Optional horse ride can be arranged and then we take you back to the station.
About us
Welcome! At Hook’s Green Horses there are no whips or spurs, no kicking or yanking the reins. Instead we teach how to ride in a balanced, kind and connected way, using voice commands. We also teach you how to interact with horses on the ground; horsemanship is just as important as riding!
We are Nicky and Richard, your guides and hosts at Hook’s Green Horses. We’ve spent the last 35 years training horses, riding very long distances all over the world and teaching all levels of passionate riders from beginners to internationally competitive professionals.
Our approach is particularly suited to complete beginners, novices, and anxious riders.
Benefits of Pig Therapy
- Pigs can provide comfort and companionship, helping to reduce anxiety and stress.
- Interacting with our pigs encourages you to live in, and enjoy, the moment.
- Pig therapy can encourage social interaction and communication, which can be particularly beneficial for people with anxiety.
- Pigs have a calming presence and can help to reduce stress and anxiety, especially in our bucolic setting.
- Pigs offer a non-judgmental presence and basically everyone is their new best friend.
- Pigs, especially ours, can spread smiles and laughter, creating a positive and enjoyable experience.
Services
Choose the right package for you
01.
Ride for 2 days
This extended introduction to mindful, balanced riding includes an overnight stay in our romantic guest cottage. Your 24 hours here will include: Collection and delivery from station. Comfortable self contained cottage. Three hours of riding, divided into two or three sessions depending on weather and experience. Three meals cooked from scratch including wine.
We’re happy to point out badger setts, fox holes, local fauna and the jackdaw tree while riding a gentle, sensitive horse who enjoys going out.
Companionable silence is also an option if preferred – we want you to have the best, most relaxed time possible.
02.
Ride for 5 days
A week-long immersive residential experience
5 days immersive residential experience, 4 days riding plus optional daily yoga session culminating in a 5 hours ride with pub lunch. Try Mindful Riding, a technique that will bring you back to yourself and in nature’s crib.
The five day/four night package is our maximum, but we are always very keen to fashion an experience specific to your preferences. Prices include all food, drink, taxiing to and from the station and 1:2:1 tuition riding between 2 and 4 hours every day. Daily yoga or stretching classes included if wanted.
Non-riding partners are welcome but they will have to entertain themselves!
Location and accommodation
Hook’s Green Cottage is tucked away outside the tiny Hertfordshire country village of Clothall – but only a five minute drive from the mainline railway station in Baldock. Trains to and from Finsbury Park run four times an hour (Finsbury Park is a 10-minute underground ride from the centre of London.) We are very happy to help you with your travel itinerary! On arrival at Baldock Station you will be collected and driven to the cottage, where we will welcome you with a drink and a snack – so please arrive hungry!
Your accomodation is in a uniquely-converted barn; with log fire, washing machine and wi-fi.
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Send an email to nickyfreud@gmail.com with all the reservation details and we will contact you as soon as possible.