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About Us

Welcome to our centre - a vibrant and supportive community where people of all abilities come together to share a love of horses and ponies.

Here, disabled and non-disabled participants build friendships, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging, all while enjoying the unique benefits of our equine activities.

We welcome adults from day centres in Ipswich, Woodbridge, Felixstowe, and Saxmundham, as well as children who visit with school groups or individually. Many are referred by doctors or physiotherapists, while others hear about us through personal recommendations from those who already benefit from our centre.

Our sessions run six days a week, made possible by our amazing team of dedicated volunteers.

What We Do

Thanks to grants, donations, and the generosity of our sponsors, we’re able to provide disabled children and adults in our community with:

Therapeutic exercise that helps improve mobility and strength.
Opportunities to develop social skills and connect with others.
The chance to bond with our wonderful horses and ponies in a safe, welcoming environment.

We work closely with local partner organisations, schools, and care groups to offer group riding and carriage driving lessons. Some of our partners include Fairview Farm, Genesis Orwell Mencap, and Tru-Care in Saxmundham. Participants join us independently or as part of a school or care group.

What We Do

Thanks to grants, donations, and the generosity of our sponsors, we’re able to provide disabled children and adults in our community with:

Therapeutic exercise that helps improve mobility and strength.
Opportunities to develop social skills and connect with others.
The chance to bond with our wonderful horses and ponies in a safe, welcoming environment.

Who We Support

Our participants include individuals with:

• ADHD
• Autism
• Cerebral Palsy
• Deafness
• Down’s Syndrome
• Epilepsy
• Parkinson’s disease
• Vision impairment
• Learning difficulties

Why Our Activities Matter

Research shows that RDA activities bring incredible benefits:

Improved physical health, thanks to the therapeutic movement of the horse.
Boosted confidence and communication skills through positive interactions with volunteers and horses.
Strengthened social skills and the opportunity to make meaningful connections.
Support for education and learning that helps build life skills and independence.

Why Our Activities Matter

Research shows that RDA activities bring incredible benefits:

Improved physical health, thanks to the therapeutic movement of the horse.
Boosted confidence and communication skills through positive interactions with volunteers and horses.
Strengthened social skills and the opportunity to make meaningful connections.
Support for education and learning that helps build life skills and independence.

Riding and Carriage Driving

Riding provides physiotherapy on the move, helping participants improve their balance, posture, and coordination. It also builds self-confidence and offers the joy of connecting with our horses and volunteers.

For those who may not be able to ride, our carriage driving lessons are a fantastic alternative. This activity is particularly suited to wheelchair users and others with limited mobility. It delivers both physical and mental therapeutic benefits and offers a wonderful sense of freedom and independence.

Dementia-Friendly Activities

We also offer tailored activities for people living with dementia and other long-term conditions, creating meaningful experiences in a calm and supportive setting.

Join Us

If you’d like to learn more or are interested in joining our community, we’d love to hear from you.

Call us at 01473 737087 or email enquiries@rdawoodbridge.org.uk

Join Us

If you’d like to learn more or are interested in joining our community, we’d love to hear from you.

Call us at 01473 737087 or email enquiries@rdawoodbridge.org.uk

How can we help you?

Many common questions are answered on our FAQs page here
For anything else please do not hesitate to contact us:

Tel: 01473 737087 or email us here

How can we help you?

Many common questions are answered on our FAQs page here
For anything else please do not hesitate to contact us:

Tel: 01473 737087 or email us here

How to find us

RDA Woodbridge & District Group
The Bays, Monewden Road
Clopton, Woodbridge
Suffolk IP13 6QL

Tel: 01473 737087
Email click here

About Us

Welcome to our centre - a vibrant and supportive community where people of all abilities come together to share a love of horses and ponies.

Riding and Carriage Driving

Dementia-Friendly Activities

Horse Riding

Carriage Driving

Volunteering

How can we help you?

How can we help you?