Sheep & Pony Experience

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A calm, private small-group experience guided by the animals and shaped by the land.

Animal-Led Connections offer two unhurried hours with sheep and ponies in a peaceful, rural setting with orchard and vineyard. These experiences are gently facilitated and intentionally paced, allowing time to slow down, observe, and build relationship — with the animals, the environment, and each other.

This is not a petting zoo or a riding activity. It is a guided, animal-led experience where connection comes before instruction and the animals set the tone.

Sessions are offered as private small-group experiences to support animal welfare, safety, and meaningful engagement.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What to expect

* A 2-hour guided experience
* Private groups of 4–6 participants
* Time with sheep in their orchard and vineyard home
* Gentle interaction with ponies, including grooming and led activities
* Space for observation, questions, and quiet moments
* An animal-led pace — no rushing, no pressure to participate

Each experience is responsive to the animals and the group on the day.


Who it’s for?

Animal-Led Connections are suitable for:
 

• Families or small groups seeking a calm, nature-based experience

• Children building confidence around animals

• Adults wanting time to slow down and reconnect

• Anyone interested in animals, land, and relationship-based learning

No previous animal experience is required.


 

📖 Practical Details

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🕒 Duration: 2 hours

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👨🏻‍👩🏻‍👦🏻‍👦🏻 Group Size: 4–6 participants for private small-group experiences, a minimum of four participants is required for a session to run.

📍 Where: Butleigh, Near Glastonbury, Somerset

💷 Cost: £50 per person

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🗓  When: Dates available throughout the year, please complete the enquiry form and we will email you with available dates

🥾 Please dress appropriately for the weather and outdoor activities. All sessions are ground-based—no horse riding is involved.

 

 

 

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Children & Supporting Adults

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• Children under 6 must attend with a 1:1 supporting adult

• Children aged 6–8 may require a supporting adult depending on confidence and experience

• Supporting adults are expected to remain present and engaged throughout the session

Animal-Led Approach
 

• All interactions are guided and optional.

• There is no riding, and animals may choose to step away at times. Respecting animal choice is an important part of the experience.

 

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Weather

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• Sessions run in most weather conditions, as the animals live outdoors.

• In cases of extreme weather or welfare concerns, sessions may be rescheduled.

Cancellations & Changes
 

• Cancellation and rescheduling terms will be provided at the time of booking

• Due to limited group sizes, cancellations are not refundable, where a minimum or 48hours notice is given, we will endeavour to provide an alternative date.

• If a session cannot run for any reason, you will be contacted to reschedule or offered an alternative option.

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Nature of the Experience

Animal-Led Connections are informed by principles of equine-assisted learning and wellbeing.
They are not therapy and do not replace professional therapeutic support.


Open Sessions

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• Occasionally, Animal-Led Connections are offered on specific dates as open sessions where individuals can book a place rather than booking a full private group.

• Sessions will run once a minimum of 4 places are filled.

• Keep an eye on our Facebook Page for available dates.