Dulwich Riding School

Dulwich Riding School is a trusted and established equestrian centre in London, proudly approved by the Association of British Riding Schools (ABRS) and awarded a 5-star Health & Safety rating by the local council. Founded in 1961, the school is now run by Jaye Montebello, along with her dedicated family and team of instructors.

Why Choose Dulwich Riding School?

✅ ABRS-approved and 5-star rated for health & safety
✅ Specialist tuition for nervous & novice riders
✅ Expert coaching for advanced riders & jumping lessons
✅ Passionate team of instructors & volunteers
✅ 18 well-cared-for horses with access to turnout facilities

Meet the Team

Our riding school is run by experienced instructors who specialise in various disciplines:

• Jaye Montebello – Owner & hands-on instructor
• Ellie & Rose – Advanced riding & jumping specialists
• Melissa & Neveah – Full-time riding instructors
• OJ – Junior Instructor
• Imogen & Esme – Junior Instructors, excellent with children & parties
• Sharon – Health & Safety Manager

Our volunteers and working pupils are an invaluable part of our team, helping us maintain high standards of care for both riders and horses.

Our Passion & Mission

At Dulwich Riding School, we are driven by passion and determination to provide top-quality equestrian education. Whether it’s helping a rider build confidence, pass an exam, or simply enjoy their lesson, we take pride in every achievement. Our ultimate goal is to nurture the bonds between riders and horses, while creating a fun and supportive learning environment.

Our Horses

We currently have 18 working horses, mostly stabled, with access to our on-site turnout paddock. We also provide full turnout in Kent, as well as park rides, pony camps, and off-site rotation spaces to ensure our horses’ welfare and training needs are met.

Book a Lesson at Dulwich Riding School

Whether you’re a beginner, a nervous rider, or looking for advanced training, our team is here to help. Due to instructor schedules, we cannot guarantee specific instructor bookings, but we will do our best to accommodate requests.