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Best place in the world

I've really enjoyed going horse riding there and all the horses are nice and friendly. I've been... read more

Reviewed 16 August 2017
ibayliss2
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Barford, United Kingdom
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One Hour Horse Ride

We had a lovely one hour horse ride in the beautiful countryside. Liz was really friendly and knew... read more

Reviewed 10 July 2017
SarahAfridi
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London, United Kingdom
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Reviewed 1 April 2015

We came here for my birthday , unfortunately it was quite chilly and and very windy, but despite the ever changing weather the ride out still happened :) we were given time to meet the horses, groom them and chat to the owner. Nothing was rushed as it usually can be at some riding schools in England! The ride was very pleasant the views were stunning and the area perfect for riding. I think this is perfect for beginners or very experienced riders. They also offer tapas rides and valentines which we are hoping to return and try :) lovely way to spend my birthday!

Date of experience: March 2015
Thank S666skh
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Reviewed 13 November 2014

I am an Endurance rider in Australia and was looking forward to horse riding in the Sierra Pelada and I was not disappointed. I spent two hours riding through olive groves on the side of the sierra hills,riding an Arabian mare who much preferred to run and who was I to stop her. Once we got the measure of each other we were off cantoring and galloping along well worn dirt roads on the hill side. back and forward continually until the others - Liz and my wife, caught up.
Liz is a great host, telling us the history and geography of lilora, not that I heard too much as I was way along the road ahead of them, however as the view is quite spectacular, old forts to the north east, Sierra Nevada to the south, olive groves in every direction, I did stop at several points taking in the beauty of the landscape. This was a truly awesome afternoon, and to me Sierra Pelada is A+++++++++++++++++++++++

Thanks Liz

Date of experience: September 2014
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Reviewed 3 September 2014

We found Sierra Pelada by accident on the internet but what a wonderful find. We were staying near Zagra (about an hour away towards Seville) but there wasn't anywhere closer that offered such a range of riding for both the experienced (my daughter, 14) and novice (me, nearer 50) rider. Liz is English but has lived in Spain for over 11 years and was a fabulous teacher and guide to the area around Granada. The horses were excellent, just right for us respectively and we enjoyed our breakfast ride up through the hills with a wonderful view across the Andalusian landscape. There wasn't a better moment in our holiday - a truly great way to relax and enjoy the scenery too.
Thank you Liz for everything - and especially for recommending the beach at Calahonda. Couldn't have been better.

Date of experience: August 2014
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Reviewed 2 September 2014

We decided to give this place a try after looking for horse riding schools in the area (we live about 40km away)

Booking and contact were great and Liz sent us a google maps link which were able to open and drive straight there without any fuss.

We started by grooming the horses and getting to know them a bit and Liz gave us some advice on safety and basic riding techniques. We then suited up into our hats and protective clothing and went out into the olive groves. It was fairly sedate as we had a young child with us.

We then stopped for some breakfast brought along by her son Jack who followed up with all the essentials in a land rover to our location. We had a feast of all sorts off food and then jumped back on the horses and rode back to her stables.

All in all a very enjoyable morning and Liz and her team were brilliant, couldn't really fault it. Very down to earth with the emphasis on having a fun time.

Date of experience: September 2014
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Reviewed 20 August 2014

My two teenage daughters wanted to do a little horse riding for an hour or so whilst we were on holiday in Spain, and Sierra Pelada was recommended to us. Booking was simple and straight-forward as it is run by Liz, who is English, so no language problems, and is efficient at contacting you to sort out arrangements. We arrived late as I had taken a wrong turning, but Liz kindly and calmly re-directed us, and didn't bat an eyelid as we arrived about 45mins late.

Kitting out with boots, hats, body protectors etc was fine, with the inevitable form to fill in, and then the girls got on with the riding part. I'm not qualified to comment on the horses, or the ride, but the feedback from the girls (late teen and early twenties, and reasonably experienced riders) was very positive - they thought the horses were great, especially the white "Spanish" one (there, betraying my complete lack of knowledge in all things equestrian). They said the ride was great, including lots of galloping in lovely surroundings. Because I'm a cheapskate I only paid for an hour (despite the rate being very reasonable), but the location etc suggests that longer rides through the country would be fantastic. Personally, I was more interested in the Newtonian Reflector in the yard, and I reckon the solution is a moonlight ride for the girls while I do a bit of star gazing!

In addition to all the horsey stuff above, we were going onto Granada for the afternoon, and Liz was great at telling us the best bits to go to - much, much better than wandering around aimlessly in the heat trying to find somewhere to eat, drink and shop. Liz, if you read this, then thanks very much for the advice, and we had a great time in Granada.

All in all an excellent experience, great location, great horses/riding, very helpful owner. If we are in that area again we'll definitely go back - probably for a longer ride. Many thanks to Liz for a great experience.

Date of experience: August 2014
Thank Dicky D
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lizshennan, Owner at Sierra Pelada Horse Riding School, responded to this reviewResponded 28 August 2014

Wow thank you so much for the lovely review! It was so nice for me to get out with your girls who could both ride and have a great gallop!!! So pleased you enjoyed granada I think this is such a lovely area with so much to offer. Your on for the telescope night!! Is amazing when we can eventually get it working, thanks again hope to see you all soon!

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