In 1972 Beverley´s parents moved to the Algarve with their 5 children and made their home within an endless pinewood with not a house in sight. Undoubtedly one of the main reasons for choosing this location was the excellent terrain for horse riding; an abundance of sandy tracks and open land, wild flowers and herbs, and not far from the golden sandy beach and nature reserve. Having the opportunity to train for her BHS exams at the prestigious Talland School of Equitation, UK, gave Beverley a sound foundation on which to develop her teaching skills. However, the Algarve lured her back. Today, Beverley feels that a holiday environment enables riders get the best from their riding. Pinetrees is a British run riding school in a 5 star holiday resort: a unique combination.

PRINCIPAL Beverley Gibbons B.H.S. Int. T. (regd.) A.B.R.S.T.C. R.D.A. Group Instructor First Aid Cert.

LOCATION
Algarve - Southern Portugal 20 min's. drive from Faro airport 5 km south of Almancil. Between Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo. 2 km from Ancão beach.

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FACILITIES

• Qualified riding teachers and first aiders.
• Speaking English, Portuguese, French, Spanish and German.
• 60 x 40m arena for dressage and jumping.
• 30 x 15m small arena.
• Lusitano horses and part breds.
• Catering for riders up to 14 stone, (195 Ibs, 88 kg).
• Direct access to countryside.
• Ponies for children.
• Changing rooms, toilets, shower.
• Video analysis available.
• Riding equipment supplied: Boots, hats, jodhpurs, etc.
• Portugal's leading centre in Riding for Disabled riders.
• Ramp for wheelchairs.
• Villa accommodation on site.