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October Holiday Activities at Festina Lente Equestrian Centre

We have all sorts of activities coming up for the October school holidays in the equestrian centre! Book soon as places are filling up fast. Contact Clodagh Carey on clodagh@festinalente.ie to book.

Have a Go Day!

Have a go and find out more about the benefits of therapeutic riding lessons at Festina Lente. We are hosting an Information morning for parents & guardians to find out more about therapeutic riding at Festina Lente. Who is it for?: The session is for Parents or...

Horse Riding Lessons Available

We currently have some spaces available in our Private Riding Lessons, Group Riding Lessons and our Therapeutic Riding Lesson timetables.

Job Vacancy: Accounts Assistant (part-time permanent)

Festina Lente Mission Statement The mission of Festina Lente is to provide a range of integrated training, occupational, learning and employment opportunities to people with disabilities. These services are provided through equestrianism, horticulture and...

Horses, Humans and Halloween Mid-Term Kids Camp 29th October – 1st November 2019

Based on the wonderful world of Hogwarts & Harry Potter your child will do hands on crafts and activities for the 4 days.

Our terrapin sanctuary is full

Our terrapin pools are currently full and we are unable to accept any further terrapins at this time. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Upcoming event: Equine Assisted Ireland seminar

Equine Assisted Ireland is organising a two-day seminar for all those interested in how horses can benefit the physical, psychological and emotional well-being of people. The schedule will include a presentation by Gillian Bingham, physiotherapist with extensive...

Vegetable Plants for Sale in our Garden Shop

We have a large selection of vegetable plants for sale in our garden centre shop

Children’s Birthday Parties at Festina Lente

We offer excellent, fun and informative “Nature” themed birthday parties which includes a fun crafty practical workshop. We will design up a party to suit your child’s interest and age!

School Tours

We welcome school tours here in Festina Lente Gardens throughout the year.

Apply for our Internship Programme now!

We are now accepting student applications for our Internship Programme at Festina Lente.

Festina Lente Gift Vouchers for Sale

We sell gift vouchers for Riding Lessons, Pony Camps, Garden Centre products, Garden Workshops, Family Fun Events and all other services in Festina Lente which are the perfect present or treat for all events and ages!

Conserving Our Urban Wildlife

Why You Should Design Your Garden to Attract Bees

Equestrian Centre Easter Holiday Opening Hours

If you have a query or would like to book a lesson us on 01 272 0704 ext 201

Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator Course March 2019

We are now taking applications for our Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator 2019 – 2020 course

Riding School Mid Term Break Opening Hours

Mid-term break is from Mon Feb 18th to Feb 24th inclusive. NO TERM LESSONS DURING THIS TIME. Pre-booked Pony camps and once-off, confirmed private lessons only.

Recycle your Christmas Tree in Festina Lente

We will recycle your Christmas Tree for you from 3rd to 15th of January 2019.

Jingle All the Way to Festina Lente this Festive Season!

Jingle All the Way to Festina Lente in Bray this Festive Season for real Christmas Trees, Gifts, Vouchers, Christmas Kids Workshops & so much more…

Halloween Mid Term Break Riding Lessons Availability

We currently have availability for private lessons during the Halloween Mid Term Break

Special Offer on gorgeous Cyclamen plants in our garden shop

1 cyclamen for €2.50 or 5 cyclamen plants for only €10!