Operation Centaur

Operation Centaur Our therapy horses give many people a great ride, while our Shires are also active in conservation.

Operation Centaur is an organization set up to promote the relevance of the horse as a contemporary working animal in partnership with humans. This can take the form of heritage skills in conservation and agriculture, transportation, discovery, learning and therapy. At Operation Centaur, humans and horses alike work together sustainably, mainly in the privileged spaces of London’s Royal Parks and

Historic Royal Palaces. While some of our work is commercial, a number of projects are charitable and free at the point of delivery.

23/04/2026

Welcoming the to Holly Lodge for some exercise - always good to see you, guys 🙌🏻

18/03/2026

Shire horse exercise started 😎 welcome to another season …

Learn the fundamentals of equine-assisted psychotherapy with the people who developed the knowledge base.  The Operation...
09/03/2026

Learn the fundamentals of equine-assisted psychotherapy with the people who developed the knowledge base. The Operation Centaur model of equine-assisted psychotherapy and coaching is an evidence-based model, resulting from nearly two decades of research. The course looks at each step of this model. Link in bio.

Richmond Park Polo proudly presents - this International Women’s Day, we’re proud to announce that Lady Martina Lowe is ...
08/03/2026

Richmond Park Polo proudly presents - this International Women’s Day, we’re proud to announce that Lady Martina Lowe is the President of Richmond Park Polo Club, making her the first female president in British polo. An exceptional player and inspiring leader, Lady Martina represents the very best of our sport, and we are absolutely delighted to have her at the helm.

Playing polo in London has never been easier -  has the ponies, the coaches, stunning fields in the heart of the largest...
01/03/2026

Playing polo in London has never been easier - has the ponies, the coaches, stunning fields in the heart of the largest Royal Park. And, of course, an amazing community.

This Year of the Fire Horse - announcing  please follow 👌🏻🔥🏇
17/02/2026

This Year of the Fire Horse - announcing please follow 👌🏻🔥🏇

07/02/2026
02/01/2026

Happy New Year to all our staff, volunteers and followers 🎉

2026 will continue to see us caring for London’s eight amazing Royal Parks - including Richmond Park - making them accessible for everyone to explore, value and enjoy today and in the future.

2025 you’ve been great - a year of preparation, ready for some motion 17/02 year of the horse.  Good wishes to you all, ...
31/12/2025

2025 you’ve been great - a year of preparation, ready for some motion 17/02 year of the horse. Good wishes to you all, from all of us x

31/12/2025

A Happy New Year from all of us - leaving 2025 with these glorious frosty scenes in Home Park, Hampton Court Palace

30/12/2025

A glorious day for a magical carriage ride in Richmond Park

Super horses, great members, and a fantastic team.Simply the best riding in London.From our stables at the heart of Rich...
29/12/2025

Super horses, great members, and a fantastic team.
Simply the best riding in London.

From our stables at the heart of Richmond Park, we offer the most incredible riding in London and the South East. Our membership is a great way to ride regularly and affordably. Actively promoting the human-horse relationship, our scheme is the closest to having your own horse.

Come and find out why our members describe us as a “fantastic stables and atmosphere”, “a community and a fun place to have a weekly ride on great quality horses”, and recommend “the staff, wonderful Richmond Park, and of course the horses!”

Address

Holly Lodge, Richmond Park
Richmond
TW105HS

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm
Saturday 7am - 4pm
Sunday 7am - 5pm

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