Budget Friendly Horse Riding Gifts For Children Who Have Just Started Riding

Whilst it was many years ago that I first learnt to ride I can still remember the excitement! If you’re child has just started learning to ride then you might be wondering what to tell the family to get them for an upcoming birthday. Here we have put together a few suggestions of horse riding present ideas for children who have just stepped up into the saddle and these ideas aren't going to break the bank!

Practical Accessories for Riding Fun

It’s not exactly a secret that horse riding is an expensive sport but there are plenty of riding accessories available that don’t cost an arm and a leg and can make a big difference to being comfortable in the saddle. A good pair of kids riding gloves allows for a secure grip on the reins and can prevent rubs on the hands during lessons. All equestrian gloves should have extra reinforcements on the rein fingers and thumbs, but you’ll find designs available in various patterns and colours so you can find a pair your young rider will adore. Pony themed socks to wear under riding boots are also perfect for young riders. Opt for knee high socks to help protect the leg with cushioned soles to keep the feet comfortable. Of course once you know your child is fully committed to riding it would be a good idea to kit them out with some appropriate kids riding clothing. Horse riding lessons can be pretty tiring so when your little rider jumps off she might be eager for some refreshments. We’d highly recommend the Tyrrell Katz Water Bottle and Snack Boxes to keep hydrated and have some treats on stand by for that post lesson hunger.

Ideas to Help Them Learn About Pony Care

If you’re tot is mad on horses then she’ll be wanting to learn all about them at any given opportunity. The Pony Creative Books are perfect for learning about ponies and riding whilst doing activities. Choose the Activity Book packed with a variety of puzzles, games, colouring and revision pages to help a young equestrian expand their horsey knowledge. For the younger equestrian the Colouring Book, Journal and Notebook is ideal for age 4 and over. This book is packed with pages to learn about colours, markings, tack, points of the pony, grooming kit, rosette colours, feeding and riding equipment. Once your child gets chance to learn about pony care at the stables they may even like to have their own junior grooming kit for get ponies clean.

Goodies To Have Horsey Fun At Home 

A new young rider is likely to be instantly horse obsessed (if they were already) so everything horse themed is bound to be a hit. Horse notebooks, pens, and sticker books are ideal for children who spend all week counting down until their next riding lesson. They can style their own ponies with their the Miss Melody Dress Me Up Book or the Create Your Horses Blaze Book. Perhaps your little jockey may even like a diary so they can see how long it is until they are next spending time in the saddle.

Children who are just starting horse riding are usually full of excitement, curiosity, and complete pony obsession which tends to makes them very easy to buy for, whatever your budget. Whilst you'll be spoilt for choice at The Horse Diva we find the best gifts are those that encourage their confidence, bring them happiness and make them eager to learn more.