{"id":14021,"date":"2023-07-06T10:58:56","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T09:58:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/?p=14021"},"modified":"2023-07-06T11:08:44","modified_gmt":"2023-07-06T10:08:44","slug":"the-cornwall-swimming-horses-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/things-to-do\/the-cornwall-swimming-horses-experience","title":{"rendered":"The Cornwall Swimming Horses Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Kick off your Cornish adventure with sun, sea, and sentient animals at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/things-to-do\/south-west\/cornwall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cornwall<\/a> Swimming Horses!<\/p>\n<p>Follow your handler and plunge into the wild waves on horseback while your gentle steed paddles happily below you. And if you fall? Don&#8217;t worry, you&#8217;ll land in the soft waters without any fear of injuring yourself!<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a conventional family looking for an unconventional day out this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/things-to-do-in-the-summer-holidays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Summer<\/a>, then do something out of the ordinary. Pick from<strong> Sea Swimming Experiences<\/strong> or\u00a0<strong>Riding for Riders<\/strong>\u00a0activities from the moorlands to the beach and away you goooooo&#8230;[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\t<div id=\"thb-image-6a7cde5114043\" class=\"caption-style1  alignleft   thb_image_link wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"thb-image-inner size_100\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"998\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"thb_image   attachment-full thb-lazyload lazyload\" alt=\"three horse riders on the beach with michael&#039;s mount in the background\" title=\"CSH 5\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5.jpg\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-300x277.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-1024x946.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-768x710.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-370x342.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-800x739.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-20x18.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-185x171.jpg 185w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-740x684.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-400x370.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-5-52x48.jpg 52w\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Would this experience suit me?<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Cornwall-swimming-horses-1-1080x708.jpg\" alt=\"teenage girls on horses in the sea, smiling.\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                Before we go into detail, it&#8217;s already a yes!<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a novice rider or a pro, this amazing experience is on offer for everyone! This <strong>therapeutic experience is perfect for all ages and abilities<\/strong>. Each horse swimming experience\/ride can be tailored to your needs and there are even experiences for those suffering from terminal illnesses too.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The only restriction (for the horse&#8217;s sake) is weight.<\/strong> As long as you are 14 stone or under you can ride off into the sunset&#8230; with your handler leading you there safely of course!<\/p>\n<p>This magical experience of swimming with horses is a <strong>great confidence builder<\/strong> too and it will leave you with incredible memories whatever your age.<\/p>\n<p>So if you love coastal living and magical horse swimming seems appealing to you, give it a go!                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>How long is this experience?<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-4-1080x708.jpg\" alt=\"close up of horse smiling in the sea as he swims\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                This once-in-a-lifetime experience takes 2 &#8211; 3 hours and begins at The Peep Out Yard in Ludgvan. Here you meet with the CSH team and the Swimming Horses and we chat to ensure we know exactly what kind of experience you are after. You&#8217;ll receive a bareback ride safety briefing and then you can hit the beach!                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Sea Swimming Experiences<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-1-1080x708.jpg\" alt=\"girl in wetsuit jumping off the back of a horse into the sea\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                Yes, exhilarating beach rides are magical but if you&#8217;re after something a little more out of the ordinary then it&#8217;s time you headed out to sea on horseback!<\/p>\n<p><strong>It&#8217;s perfect for beginners and experienced riders<\/strong>, you\u2019ll get to hop up onto your ride and set off towards the beach riding bareback. Start off building your confidence as you play around in the shallows with your horse friend. Once you&#8217;re comfortable enough, you&#8217;ll swim further out into the sea.<\/p>\n<p>When you first arrive at the beach you&#8217;ll get to pick your swimming horse and complete a safety briefing. As your handler leads your horse to water, you&#8217;ll start to remove your helmet and footwear and enter the sea separately from the horse. Your horse will get to play in the shallows first until it is settled.<\/p>\n<p>Once the horse is settled and you&#8217;re feeling happy, you can go deeper into the sea and begin your swim with the horse. <strong>No two swims are the same, they are unique to you and your abilities.<\/strong> Sea conditions and weather are also a big factor during your ride.<\/p>\n<p>If you have your own wetsuits and helmets make sure to bring them but if not, no worries, you can borrow these items of clothing. Make sure to bring a spare change of clothes after you&#8217;ve finished this experience.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornwallswimminghorses.co.uk\/sea-swimming\" class=\"btn cta-component\" data-section-id=\"Blog Content\" data-component=\"Button - Purple Rounded\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        <span>Find out more<\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>Riding for Riders<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/csh-9.jpg\" alt=\"group of horse riders galloping across the beach\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                ornwall Swimming Horses specialise in providing bespoke riding experiences for experienced riders. Experienced riders can come here and have a ride, either one to one, or in a small group (4 clients maximum) and enjoy the freedom that usually only comes with riding your own horse.<\/p>\n<p>All you need to do is turn up, be happy and relax into your ride. If you&#8217;ve got kids they&#8217;ll need to be at least 16 years old to ride in the on-land experiences like this one.<\/p>\n<p>Pick from beach rides, bespoke rides, event rides, Moorland rides, or Country Hack rides!                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornwallswimminghorses.co.uk\/riding\/riding-for-riders\" class=\"btn cta-component\" data-section-id=\"Blog Content\" data-component=\"Button - Purple Rounded\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        <span>Find out more<\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2>How much does the Cornwall Swimming Horses Experience cost?<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-8.jpg\" alt=\"smiling girl and smiling horse in the sea\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                Swimming with Horses costs \u00a3170 per horse per session.<\/p>\n<p>Each horse has their own trained handler and for \u00a3170 you&#8217;ll get 2 and 3hrs of quality time with your sea horse. The maximum number of horses on one swim is 4. The minimum age requirement is 6yrs+, under 12yrs must be accompanied by an adult. Please call 07720 617661 to discuss further options.<\/p>\n<p>You may think it&#8217;s quite expensive but that&#8217;s the price to pay for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! We think this experience is the perfect birthday present for a loved one.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornwallswimminghorses.co.uk\/holidays\/courses-holidays\" class=\"btn cta-component\" data-section-id=\"Blog Content\" data-component=\"Button - Purple Rounded\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        <span>Find out more<\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><em>Round <\/em>off your day with a staycation in the Round House!<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; border_width=&#8221;2&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\n            <div class=\"attraction-cta\">\n                \n                \n                    <picture class=\"attraction-cta__image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-7-1080x708.jpg\" alt=\"woodland yurt and picnic bench\" class=\"lazyload\" \/> \n                    <\/picture>\n                \n                 \n            \n                                    <div class=\"attraction-cta__meta-wrapper\">\n                         \n                            <div class=\"attraction-cta__description\">\n                                Complete your bespoke horse experience with an even more authentic one, by staying the night in the NEW Round House Airbnb! This idyllic holiday home is nestled in the secluded woodland just behind the famous Cornwall Swimming Horses and it also overlooks Mounts Bay.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s the perfect getaway for a couple or an adventurous family. You&#8217;ll feel more than chilled on this adorable retreat. Expect all your much-needed amenities like a gas cooker, wood burner, oven, grill, fire pit, outdoor shower (with hot water), bed linen and an outdoor composting toilet.<\/p>\n<p>There is 1 double bed and 2 single beds in total alongside free parking on the premises.                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cornwallswimminghorses.co.uk\/holidays\/courses-holidays\" class=\"btn cta-component\" data-section-id=\"Blog Content\" data-component=\"Button - Purple Rounded\" target=\"_blank\">\n                        <span>Find out more<\/span>\n                    <\/a>\n                \n            <\/div>\n\n            [vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;]\t<div id=\"thb-image-6a7cde51156b4\" class=\"caption-style1  alignleft   thb_image_link wp-caption\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"thb-image-inner size_100\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"670\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"thb_image   attachment-full thb-lazyload lazyload\" alt=\"man and woman riding swimming horses in the sea\" title=\"CSH 3\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3.jpg\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-1024x635.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-768x476.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-370x230.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-800x496.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-740x459.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-20x12.jpg 20w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-185x115.jpg 185w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-400x248.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/CSH-3-77x48.jpg 77w\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t[vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you\u2019re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime day out, you can\u2019t get much more one-off than swimming with horses. So, stop flirting with the idea and get out there already! Make memories to last a lifetime this Summer and book an aquatic adventure with a horse today.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you&#8217;ve enjoyed reading about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/attractions\/cornwall-swimming-horses-59s4hiikpqw0oi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cornwall Swimming Horses<\/a> and you are looking for unique experiences like this then make sure to flick through our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hub<\/a>. You&#8217;ll find everything from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/dinosaurs-in-the-park-adventure\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dinosaurs In The Park Adventure<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/animal-experiences-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Animal Experiences Near Me<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/horse-riding-near-me\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Horse Riding Near Me<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk\/hub\/things-to-do\/natures-playground-eden-project\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brand New Nature&#8217;s Playground at Eden Project<\/a> and so much more.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore the magic of Cornwall on horseback in the Cornwall Swimming Horses experience this Summer! 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