
Welcome to the Country Club Riding Academy (CCRA) – Wellington's premier horse trekking adventure experience, saddlery and horse feed retail shop, horse grazing and leasing.
Escape the city and enjoy memorable horseback adventures with our range of horse treks, which are guided by our friendly, experienced staff. We are the number 1 horse feed and saddlery retailer in Wellington, having been in the business since 1963.
Located in the heart of Ohariu Valley, only 20 minutes drive from Wellington City.

- 850 acres of beautiful farmland to trek over.
- A saddlery shop & grain store, that has a large range of equestrian supplies and horse feed.
- Saddleback Cafe – a licensed cafe with outdoor and indoor dining.
- Saddleback Cabin – a unique and rustic venue that is perfect for corporate and social events.
- Horse grazing and leasing options.
- Activities for younger children – outdoor arena hire, playground, eel feeding!
We welcome people of any age and riding experience to the calm of the country in this secret pocket of Wellington - all within a very easy drive of the city centre.
Our on-site saddlery shop and grain store, The Horseman’s Centre, is simply the best-stocked specialty horse feed and saddlery store in Wellington.
Open 9.00am - 6.00pm, 7 days a week
(except some public holidays)
Telephone bookings essential on 04 478 8472
"From the time of our initial enquiry until the time we left you, we were shown every courtesy. Your horses are obviously well cared for and your staff are a credit to you". - Linda Widdis