Beginners Horse Trek with Afternoon Tea
Overview
Charnwood Forest Alpacas is set in a 110 acre farm and is one of the first, and largest alpaca farms open to the public in the UK. They are passionate about sharing the wonderful personalities of not just their alpacas, but all of the animals at the farm. They offer numerous different animal experiences which we plan to try with our first experience upon horse back.
Today will be the perfect experience for a small group of 4 of us to ride together through their picturesque farm and then enjoy a well earned afternoon tea. You will be assisted by their experienced handlers who will help you to make the most of your time at the farm whilst building a bond with your horse and enjoying the ride. Following the introduction, you will then take part in a 50-minute session of off-road hacking, accompanied by your handler, around their 110-acre farm.
Hacking is a term given to the light exercise that is given to horses, so you can rest assured that the ride won’t be too challenging or vigorous. Instead, it’s an opportunity to enjoy the countryside and get a taste of what horse riding has to offer. There will be plenty of photo opportunities along the way so you can look back on your visit and the memories you made.
Charnwood Forest Alpacas were recently awarded Tripadvisors Travelers' Choice Award in 2025 and have an impressive 4.8 star rating over 4000 reviews, so Spice can't wait to try them out.
Includes
- 1 hour farm trek with tuition
- Hire of safety helmet
- Afternoon tea
Extras
- Any extra food or drinks from the cafe
- Any purchases from PukkaPacas shop
A bit about Charnwood Alpacas - The story begins over 10 years ago, when owner Chris decided he had spent enough time climbing the corporate ladder after several years as a Managing Director, and was ready for a change. Starting out with five female alpacas, Chris began the journey of becoming a successful alpaca owner, learning everything there is to know about caring for, showing, breeding and raising awareness about these lovely animals.
Not long after, the owners of Morden Hall Alpacas, a 55-strong herd on a charming 30-acre farm, were looking to retire. Chris recognised this as a fantastic opportunity to take everything he had learned so far and got in touch. Morden Hall were impressed by his dedication and passion for the breed, and were delighted to pass the torch to him! Chris decided one challenge wasn’t quite enough, and so in 2011, we opened our doors to the general public too!
In 2016, we started our next big adventure - our move to Scamhazel Farm. With the herd growing all the time and the number of guests on the farm rising, we took the plunge and moved the alpaca herd and a few more animal friends to our new home on the Derbyshire/Leicestershire border. With 110-acres of space in the heart of the beautiful English countryside, we’ve been here ever since, while our herd grows and we’ve welcomed lots of new animal friends! At the most recent count, we have more than 300 animals living on the farm.
Location & Itinerary
The Chilli Bean was once a derelict old milking shed but has been lovingly restored and is now a cosy cafe right in the middle of the farm, overlooking the rolling fields.
The Chilli Bean will be the perfect place to relax and unwind after our riding experience. Their elegant yet comforting menu is freshly prepared and features classics such as homemade breakfasts, cakes and plenty of vegetarian/vegan options. The Chilli Bean also offers a wide selection of barista made drinks, iced teas plus fizz and cocktails if you want to make it extra special!
Afternoon tea is included in our event today and will features a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, a scrumptious selection of sweet treats and delicious savoury delights. The exact menu varies each season so the exact contents isn't known until closer to the time.
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available, but please inform us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Ability: Please note this experience is geared towards those with limited or no riding experience. Trotting is at the discretion of the trek leader and is weather dependent.
Weight Limit: The trekking centre currently have a weight limit for treks of 14 stone (89kg).
Charnwood Forest Alpacas is located in Boundary, a hamlet nestled on the Leicestershire and Derbyshire border and situated on the outskirts of Ashby-de-la-Zouch.
Parking: Free parking is available at the farm
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Beginners Trek & Afternoon Tea | £65.00 | Sold Out |
| Guest Beginners Trek & Afternoon Tea | £69.00 | Sold Out |
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