You will need a licence if you keep horses and plan to hire them out for riding or lessons.
You'll need to pay a non-refundable fee of £139.15 to apply and a further £217.80 if the licence is granted. You'll also be responsible for any vets fees.
As part of your application you'll need to submit copies of the following:
- plan of the premises
- operating procedures
- insurance policy
- risk assessments (including fire)
- qualification and training records
- infection control procedure
You'll need to return your form and supporting documents to envhealth@canterbury.gov.uk. You can also email the team if you have any questions before applying.
To pay the application fee you can:
- call 01227 862 427 to make a phone payment
- send a cheque made payable to Canterbury City Council
Apply for a horse riding licence
Licences are valid for one to three years, based on a risk rating we award each licence holder.
Granted horse riding licences
Premises and licensee | Postcode area | Contact details | Licensed for | Star rating |
---|---|---|---|---|
Kent College (Ms C Shaw) | CT2 | Riding@kentcollege.co.uk | 7 horses | 3 |
Mannix Equestrian Centre (Mrs J Goddard) | CT4 | jackie@mannixequestriancentre.co.uk | 7 horses | 3 |
Bursted Hills Stables Ltd (Ms R Tombs) | CT4 | burstedmanor@gmail.com | 16 horses | 3 |
Barton Field Farm Equestrian Centre (Ms N Brown) | CT3 | info@bffec.co.uk | 17 horses | 5 |
Trenley Park (Mr A Paine) | CT3 | enquiries@trenley.park.co.uk | 17 | 5 |