What Can I Expect

A pack pony adventure in Dorset - walk the land and sleep under the stars! These wild camping overnight trips are fully guided by a human, with a pack pony carrying all your gear as you hike along your route.

You'll meet Evie and Bob (or their friends) at the equestrian centre near Dorchester. These well-mannered, well-trained ponies are so sweet. They love to be around people and love to work. So with all that open-air camping gear to pack, these ponies are eager to help, by literally taking the load.

Your hosts and guides will be taking you on a wonderful walk through the Dorset countryside, stopping by some lovely spots as you go. You will follow the Lawrence of Arabia trail, which includes places linked to TE Lawrence's life - and it's all quite a story!

As evening comes around, you'll set up camp. Your home for the night is a wonderful ancient bluebell woodland. To ensure the impact on this lovely, secluded and wild environment is minimal, you'll be sleeping in tents. You can pitch yours where you like within the main camp area.

And if you're wondering about where your four-footed helpers will sleep, the ponies get their own little enclosure where they can feed, drink and relax.

After a good night's sleep, you'll pack up ready for the return walk back to the stables. And don't worry, it's not a full-on trek, it's all done at a very relaxed pace. You can lead your pony, or just walk alongside, it's entirely up to you.

If you're looking for an outing with a difference, these pack pony adventures offer a new way to connect with nature, get out and about and see some lovely hidden gem sights - with a taste of wild camping included!

When Is It Available

• Available on selected Tuesdays to Saturdays from April to October, subject to availability and weather conditions

Suitable For

• Minimum age 10
• Under 16s must be accompanied by a participating adult
• Suitable for those with a moderate level of fitness
• If you have any medical problems or disabilities that may affect your ability to take part please check this before making your booking
• You will form part of a small group of up to 8 participants

Spectators

• Not suitable for spectators

Anything Else

• Please wear comfortable outdoor clothing including long trousers and flat soled, hard topped walking boots and ensure that you pack an overnight bag with the essentials you require for camping outdoors
• Please note that this experience does not include riding the ponies
• Bring your own food to cook on the firepit or meals can be organised for an additional charge payable when booking your date