Doncaster Equine College

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Meet Our Equine Stars! 🐴💚

Every horse at Doncaster Equine College has their own unique story, personality and quirks - and now you can get to know them!

From the little legends to gentle giants, our equine team is full of characters you will fall in love with! 💚

📲 Click on the link to meet the horses that make our equine college so special: https://www.doncasterequinecollege.co.uk/about-us/horse-profiles/

🗣 Here are a few questions that we are frequently asked about Doncaster Equine College and the courses we offer...

❓ How old do you have to be to undertake the Level 1 Horse Care course?
💬 You must be aged 16 or over.

❓ Are your courses residential?
💬 Our courses are non-residential, meaning you are required to organise your own transport to the college. A bus stop is located close to the college.

❓ Can I be a non-rider?
💬 Yes, absolutely! All our courses have a rider or non-rider option available.

❓ Can I bring my own horse for the duration of my course?
💬 Unfortunately we cannot accommodate learners' own horses.

❓ I've never ridden or been around horses, does that matter?
💬 Absolutely not! Our Level 1 Horse Care course is suitable for those who have little to no equine experience and is designed to give individuals a good standard of knowledge and skills in horse care. The natural progression is to enrol on the Level 2 Technical Certificate in Horse Care.

❓ Where is Doncaster Equine College located (DEC)?
💬 DEC is located on the grounds of the National Horseracing College, situated between Doncaster and Bawtry. Our address is The Stables, Rossington Hall, Great North Road, Doncaster, DN11 0HN

📲 If you would like to find out more about Doncaster Equine College and the courses we offer, please visit www.DoncasterEquineCollege.co.uk.

📧 If you would like to ask our team questions, please email [email protected]

🌟🐴 Hire our facilities! 🐴🌟

Whether you are polishing your dressage test, working on confidence or just keeping your horse in top form, our arena is the perfect place to train!

For more information about our facilities visit https://www.doncasterequinecollege.co.uk/facilities/

For availability and to book please contact Natalie Mitchell:
📞 Call 01302 861000 (Monday to Friday)
📧 Email [email protected]

Are you in Years 10 to 13 and are interested in pursuing a career with horses? Then why not attend one of our 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀? 🐴

Our Taster Days are perfect for students in Years 10 to 13 to get an experience as to what studying at Doncaster Equine College is really like! Take a look at our fantastic facilities, meet our expert lecturers and, most importantly, meet our amazing horses. You will also get chance to take part in practical activities with our horses.

Our Taster Day Dates:
📆 Tuesday 23rd Jun 2026
📆 Tuesday 14th July 2026

To find out more and to secure your place click the link below.
https://www.doncasterequinecollege.co.uk/course/taster-days/

What is the difference between an 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻 and a 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆?

During the year we hold different events to showcase what we offer here at Doncaster Equine College. A common question we get is what is the difference between our Open Afternoon and Taster Day events, as well as which event should you attend.

If possible, we recommend prospective learners attend both!

Our 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻𝘀 consist of a short introduction and a guided tour around the facilities here at DEC. We explain the different courses and training available and explain some of the many different career opportunities there are in the equestrian industry. You will get to meet and observe current learners going about their typical college day and meet some of the instructor team. There will also be an opportunity to have a go on our Dressage Simulator! Our Open Afternoons are open to prospective learners, parents, guardians, careers advisors and those interested in pursuing a career in the equestrian industry.

To attend an 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻, visit: https://www.doncasterequinecollege.co.uk/course/open-days/

𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 are designed to give prospective learners in Years 10 to 13 an experience of what it is like to study at DEC! These days are free to attend and you get to take part in practical activities with our fantastic horses. You also get a certificate of attendance for your school record.

To attend a 𝗧𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆, visit: https://www.doncasterequinecollege.co.uk/course/taster-days/