England - Short Hunt Break

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England - Short Hunt Break
England
Duration: 3 days
Group size: 1 - 6
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About this trip

Indulge in a refined escape into the heart of the British countryside, where tradition, sport, and understated luxury come together seamlessly.

Your journey begins with settling into your luxury rural accommodation before an evening at a classic British pub. From there, each day unfolds: a cross country clinic to build confidence with your hireling, the quintessential British hunt, a morning of clay pigeon shooting and a pub ride hack, and finally a tour of the hound kennels and a session exploring the rich history of the hunt. Throughout, exceptional locally sourced cuisine, thoughtful hospitality, and the quiet exhilaration of the English countryside accompany you at every turn.

We work with The Cotswold Hunt (est. 1858), situated in the stunning Cotswolds region.

Horses

The horses are primarily with Irish Sport Horses, Thoroughbreds and Cobs at a range of heights. Our partner horses have extensive experience in the field meaning you can rely on them to do their job whilst you do yours, when matching horses and riders we have a pre trip call to discuss riders comfort level riding out and their experience, from there we choose the horse best suited to support them through their experience, whether that's steadily enjoying the atmosphere or pushing out of the comfort zone!

Riding

Riding Level: Intermediate-Advanced

Speed: Walk-Trot-Canter-Gallop

Tack: English saddles

The land presents a dynamic terrain — rolling hills, varied hedgerows, and technical jumping opportunities create a faster-paced experience. Riders here encounter natural obstacles and canter/galloping stretches, jumping is not essential, and the experience remains rich for those who choose to bypass the jumps, however for those who choose to it is an exhilarating challenge, with plenty of jumping opportunities throughout the day.


Accommodation

Guests will stay in a traditional English private residence in the country, shared and private rooms available.

Dining

Immerse yourself in the authentic traditions and communities that sustain the British countryside. Menus are built around produce sourced directly from local farms, post-hunt lunches and some dinners are taken in traditional country pubs, every element of your stay is designed to offer not just an escape, but a deeper connection to the land, its traditions, and the enduring spirit of rural Britain. Meals will be a mix of homecooked English cuisine and pubs lunches, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advanced notice.

What's included

Accommodation

Shared or private rooms

Meals

All meals from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the last day

Riding

Horses, tack, equipment, guides, saddle bags, water bottles

Activities

Clay pigeon shooting, afternoon tea, kennel tour

What's not included

International Flights

Flights to/from England

Travel Insurance

Compulsory for all guests

Additional Activities

Additional activities not included in the itinerary

Airport Transfers

Can be booked as add-on

Day 1

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Welcome to the Cotswolds

Day one begins with an optional morning airport pickup, followed by a scenic journey to our private countryside accommodation, where we’ll meet with any fellow guests who have chosen to travel independently. Upon arrival, you’ll have time to settle into your own room before gathering in the communal space for a welcoming drink and a relaxed walkthrough of the weekend ahead. After a light, home-cooked lunch, you’ll be transported to the afternoon’s main event—a jumping clinic led by a trusted local expert. Here, you’ll meet your carefully selected hireling for the weekend, giving you the opportunity to build confidence and familiarity ahead of the hunt. Following the clinic, you’ll return to your accommodation to enjoy a classic English dinner, with the evening left open to unwind either in the comfort of your room or in the warm, sociable atmosphere of the communal space.

Day 2

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The Hunt

Day two begins with an early start and a hearty breakfast, featuring fresh, locally sourced produce to prepare you for the day ahead. You’ll then travel to the meet, where your hirelings will be tacked and ready for the day’s hunting. Riding alongside an experienced guide, you’ll be supported throughout the day to enjoy the hunt in a way that suits you best—whether that means tackling jumps, keeping a steadier pace, or simply taking in the atmosphere. After the hunt, we’ll gather for a well-earned lunch at a local pub. After a social lunch, we will return to our lodgings for a restful late afternoon where you choose to stay in or explore the local area, followed by a homecooked meal and evening drink.

Day 3

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Departure

The day begins with another hearty English breakfast in the comfort of our lodgings. Depending on your chosen location and hunt, you’ll have the opportunity to spend the morning taking part in traditional pursuits such as clay pigeon shooting or heritage crafts. Following the morning excursion guests will enjoy an afternoon tea before making the journey home, an optional airport transfer is available, additionally our team are happy to accommodate your holiday as we understand you may be headed home or moving onto other adventures in the UK, so do let us know if there is a preferable location for drop off.

Map of the trip locations

A. England

England

About your organizer

Equescapes is female-owned and operated and specializes in horseback riding trips for intrepid equestrians and avid travelers, providing curated travel experiences and inspiring adventures on horseback around the world. Equescapes offers both set group departures and private, custom trips, with itineraries tailor-made for riders of all ages, ability levels, riding disciplines, and budgets.

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