Banbury Cross: Where Every Detail Resonates with Care and Comfort
In the heart of our sprawling 20-acre farm lies Banbury Cross, a sanctuary where every aspect is thoughtfully crafted to cater to the needs of our riders.
As you arrive, you'll notice the welcoming accessibility of our property, ensuring that every visitor, regardless of mobility, can explore and enjoy our facilities. Step into our heated and cooled observation room, where you can witness the magic of our lessons unfold without disturbing the riders. Adjacent, you'll find our meticulously maintained bathrooms, including a spacious, handicapped-accessible option, ensuring comfort for all.
Venture further, and you'll discover our expansive indoor arena, a haven during the chill of winter and a respite from the summer heat with its cooling fans. Our thoughtful mounting ramp ensures ease for all riders, inviting them to embark on their equestrian journey with confidence. On sun-drenched days, our outdoor arena beckons, inviting riders to bask in the beauty of nature as they hone their skills or participate in our annual horse show.
Our trail rides wind through our picturesque property, while our sensory trail offers a unique sensory experience for riders of all abilities. When it's time to pamper our equine partners, our indoor and outdoor wash stalls provide a tranquil oasis, where riders can learn the art of horse care and find respite from summer heat waves.
At Banbury Cross, every amenity is designed to nurture the bond between rider and horse, ensuring an experience that transcends mere lessons—it's an immersion in care, comfort, and connection.
Rider Stories
"Kate has been riding with Banbury Cross since Summer 2021 and that has been the highlight of her weeks. She is always looking forward to Saturdays where she gets to ride her horse, Gracie.
Since she started riding, we have seen a huge boost in her confidence, as well as compliance. During her sessions with Banbury since 2021, Kate has been riding 4 different horses and this greatly helps her willingness to transition from one thing to another. All those were areas where she struggled with before, both at home and at school.
Kate loves animals and riding the horse let her bonds with Gracie which she loves, as well as learning how to listen and follow instructions. She proudly made horseback riding as part of her identity which she often mentioned at school. When she is 'off the lead', I can tell that it gave her such a confidence boost that she feels like she can do anything. This improves her behavior and compliance at school, which in turns improves her academic performance as well.
In Kate’s own words today when I asked her about horseback riding : “Gracie is my favorite horse. I really like doing the trail ride with her and learning how to do 2-points while trotting!”
Thank you Banbury Cross team for everything you do! And yes, THANK YOU Gracie !!!"
-Stefanus, Kate's Dad