Eat, Sleep, Ride
Eat Sleep Ride: Harnessing the Power of Horses to Transform Lives and Build Futures
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Harnessing the Power of Horses to Transform Lives and Build Futures
In the rolling countryside of Lamberton, East Berwickshire, Eat Sleep Ride is more than a place — it’s a living story of connection, resilience, and hope.
As a Scottish charitable company (SC570460) and registered charity (SC053818), we’ve created a space where people and horses come together to rediscover confidence, purpose, and belonging.
Our solar-powered sanctuary, just off the A1 and five miles from Berwick-upon-Tweed, is built on the belief that growth begins in relationship — with animals, with nature, and with one another.
Every interaction here — a quiet moment with a horse, a shared meal, a conversation in the yard — is a step toward healing and a brighter future.
To empower young people, families, and communities to overcome challenges and thrive.
Through equine-guided experiences, we foster personal growth, creativity, and resilience, while strengthening connection to the natural world and to one another.
At Eat Sleep Ride, everything we do is rooted in stories — and the way they change us.
The Stories Horses Tell Us: Horses teach trust, patience, and presence — lessons that help us build healthy relationships and inner strength.
The Stories of Young People and Families: Each person who arrives brings a unique journey, often marked by hardship. Together, we help them create new chapters filled with confidence and possibility.
The Story of Our Environment: The land we care for mirrors our belief in sustainability and renewal. By nurturing it, we inspire others to protect the world that sustains us.
Our work is about rewriting these stories together — creating real pathways to growth, healing, and empowerment for people, horses, and the planet.
At Eat Sleep Ride, every programme, session, and service begins with one goal — to create opportunities for people and horses to grow together.
Our work is rooted in community, connection, and care for the environment, blending social impact with sustainable enterprise.
Social Impact Programmes
We create inclusive spaces for learning, healing, and belonging — where individuals and families can build confidence, skills, and resilience.
Youth Empowerment: Accredited awards, mentoring, and leadership experiences help young people write their own stories of success and discover what they’re capable of.
Equine Therapy & Wellbeing: Gentle, horse-guided sessions support emotional regulation, confidence, and recovery from trauma, helping participants reconnect with themselves and others.
Family & Community Support: From volunteering to seasonal events, we bring people together across generations, strengthening bonds and creating shared memories.
Environmental Stewardship: Our rewilding, gardening, and biofuel projects teach hands-on sustainability and the importance of caring for the land that sustains us all.
Commercial Services
Our charitable work is sustained through a range of professional, ethical equine and community services. Each offering supports our wider mission while providing meaningful experiences for clients and visitors.
Riding Lessons & Equine Experiences: From first rides to advanced schooling, every lesson builds trust, balance, and confidence for both horse and rider.
Horse Training, Retraining & Sales: We work with empathy and professionalism to help each horse reach its potential, whether starting young or finding a new future.
Livery Services: High-quality care and a peaceful environment offer horse owners reassurance that their animals are valued and understood.
Leadership & Team-Building Workshops: Through our HERD Dynamics programmes, we guide businesses and organisations to rediscover shared leadership, communication, and trust.
Event Space & Gardens: Our yurts, gardens, and outdoor spaces provide a unique, natural venue for workshops, celebrations, and community gatherings — each event supporting our wider social mission.
The Benefits of Our Work
At Eat Sleep Ride, transformation happens quietly — in the rhythm of a horse’s breath, in a young person’s growing confidence, in a family rediscovering joy together.
Every interaction has the power to heal, connect, and create change.
Through our programmes and experiences, people discover:
Personal Transformation: Confidence, emotional growth, and self-awareness through horse-led learning, coaching, and mentorship.
Stronger Communities: Programmes and events that bring people together, amplify underrepresented voices, and nurture belonging.
Healing & Resilience: Trauma-informed, therapeutic experiences that help individuals navigate life’s challenges with strength and hope.
Opportunities for Equestrians: Professional training, retraining, and ethical livery services that create safe, skilled, and compassionate pathways in equestrian careers.
Sustainability & Awareness: Hands-on environmental projects that inspire respect, stewardship, and a sense of shared responsibility for the land.
Our work is grounded in stories — of people, horses, and the land that connects us all.
The Stories Horses Tell Us: They teach patience, trust, and how to listen — lessons that build self-awareness and genuine leadership.
The Stories of Young People & Families: Many arrive with experiences of isolation, loss, or disadvantage. Together, we help them create new chapters filled with confidence, connection, and hope.
The Story of Our Environment: What was once a reclaimed landfill is now an off-grid, solar-powered community hub — proof that regeneration is possible for people and places alike.
Together, these stories form the heartbeat of Eat Sleep Ride — a reminder that healing and growth are always possible when we move forward together.
Join Us
Every journey begins with a single step — or a single ride.
Whether you’re looking to learn, volunteer, collaborate, or contribute, Eat Sleep Ride invites you to be part of our evolving story.
Together, we can build brighter futures for individuals, families, communities — and the world we share.
Scottish Borders Council Licenced Riding School and Association of British Riding Schools approved. Accredited professional coaches through the British Horse Society approved instructors. Trauma-Informed Trust members. Real Living Wage Employers.
"We are very grateful to all of our partners, investors and funders; who have helped support us with our projects financially as well as with the growth and development of our people, services and facilities."
We’re thrilled to share that Eat Sleep Ride has been shortlisted for the 2025 BASIS Sustainable Sport Awards in the Community Impact category! 🌿
This recognition celebrates how our equine and nature-based programmes are creating positive change for people, animals, and the planet.
We’re proud to share that Danielle our founder and Stephen chair of the board from Eat Sleep Ride have been accepted onto Towards a Thriving Sector — a national leadership and learning programme supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
This seven-month journey brings together heritage organisations from across Scotland to explore new ways of working, building partnerships, and strengthening community impact.
For us, it’s an incredible opportunity to build on the leadership work we already do, grow our connections, and shape a stronger, more resilient future for our community, our horses, and our heritage.
This winter, we’re raising our voices — not just for us, but for the true heart of Eat Sleep Ride: our herd.
These four-legged teachers are the ones who quietly carry the weight of our work. They help young people rebuild trust, find calm, and discover their strength.At Eat Sleep Ride, we recently hosted a Learning Exchange with Inspiring Alba and Social Enterprise Scotland. Nine incredible women joined us on site to explore shared leadership through the wisdom of horses.
Through grounding in the stables, the “Tide” energy exercise, meditation in the garden, and time with the herd in the field, participants discovered powerful lessons: the importance of authenticity, respecting boundaries, being present in the moment, and recognising when to lead and when to follow.
The horses reminded us that true leadership is not about control, but about connection, rhythm, and trust.
📅 Tue/Thu/Fri/Sat from 10th Oct – 3rd Nov
🕥 10:30–1:30 (£45) | 10:30–3:00 (£60)
✔ Groom & care for ponies
✔ Riding sessions for all levels
✔ Yard skills, games & crafts
✔ Nature play & pony cuddles
👧 Ages 5–18
📩 Book now: office@eatsleeprides.org
📅 Saturday 1st November 2025 | 🕥 10:30am – 3:00pm
Join us for a full day of spooky fun at Eat Sleep Ride!
🐴 2 x riding sessions (poles + jumping/games)
🪄 Craft corner (magic wands, spooky masks & trick-or-treat boxes)
🍏 Spooky games & costume competition
🔥 Firepit lunch & hot chocolate
🏆 Prizes & crafts to take home
💰 £60 per child | Ages 5–18
👉 Spaces are limited – book now: office@eatsleeprides.org
At Eat Sleep Ride, we believe that empowerment isn’t a slogan — it’s something women must live and feel. That’s why we created Empower Her: an eight-week programme where women step into the field with horses, supported by our team of coaches, to rebuild self-worth, confidence, and belonging.
Horses respond only to truth and presence. They mirror what we bring, offering honest feedback that is both confronting and deeply healing. For women facing poverty, isolation, abuse, or involvement in the justice system, this kind of authentic connection can be life-changing.
This isn’t soft work. It’s the hardest and most transformative work there is. And as the herd heals, so do we.
We’re proud to share that Eat Sleep Ride is now People & Planet First Verified! 🌍🐴
This global recognition celebrates enterprises that put community, wellbeing, and sustainability at the heart of everything they do. From transforming a former landfill into a thriving off-grid hub, to supporting young people and families through horses and nature, this recognition reflects our mission in action.
👉 Explore our work and join us in building a fairer, greener future: Donate
We were delighted to host the lads from Andy’s Man Club for an evening of mindfulness, horses and connection. They explored our gardens, pond and herd, before working with Ben and Frazzel to reflect on grounding, intention and boundaries.
One participant said:“If someone told me I would learn something about myself from horses, I would have laughed – but I did!”
The evening ended with a BBQ, fresh vegetables and plenty of conversation.
In 2025, Amrita Mojumder, a Master of Public Health student at the University of Aberdeen, produced the first independent Social Impact Measurement Report on Eat Sleep Ride.
Her research found that:
Equine-assisted learning helps young people and families facing disadvantage to build confidence, resilience, and wellbeing.
Volunteers gain real skills, pathways into mentoring, and employment opportunities.
Our site promotes sustainability through rewilding, food growing, solar power, and ethical equine care.
Eat Sleep Ride hosted a powerful digital safety workshop exploring Snapchat and online wellbeing. Led by 7 brilliant young leaders — came together with adult staff and volunteers to unpack social pressures, disappearing messages, location sharing, and ghosting.
With real-life scenarios and breakout groups, we built confidence around safety, communication, and reporting concerns. Supported by Youth Scotland, the session helped strengthen our trauma-informed safeguarding across rural youth programmes.
📱 Empowering young people to lead conversations on digital safety
🍽️ Lunch by Greggs kept us going
💬 Insights shared across generations
We’re committed to creating safer, more supportive spaces – online and offline.
In “The Gate Was Never Locked – They Just Needed to Know They Could Walk Through It,” we explore how horses model emotional intelligence, and how Eat Sleep Ride supports young people, women, and communities to step into leadership with confidence and compassion.
🔗 Read the full article here:
https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/the-gate-was-never-locked-they-just-needed-to-know-they-could-walk-through-it
This article highlights:
Equine-guided leadership practices
Nature-based learning for neurodivergent youth
Trauma-informed approaches in rural community work
We’re now partnered with HORSED, the UK’s leading equestrian marketplace app. It’s like Vinted or Etsy — but just for horse lovers!
🎁 Buy and sell second-hand tack, clothing, boots, and more
🌟 Discover small brands and shop items from top riders
📲 Download the app through our link and help us earn rewards for the stables:
https://az77p.app.link/EatSleepRide
Amrita Mojumder is a medical graduate from Bangladesh and a current Master of Public Health student at the University of Aberdeen. As part of her extended work-based placement, she is evaluating the social impact of Eat Sleep Ride’s equine-assisted programmes. Passionate about inclusive health and nature-based interventions, Sadia is helping to build evidence that supports the wellbeing of diverse communities.
As part of Refugee Festival Scotland 2025, Eat Sleep Ride hosted a special event at our off-grid farm in Lamberton, welcoming refugee families and local community members for a day of connection, culture, and healing through horses. Activities included grooming, garden play, cultural food, henna, and shared stories.
Empower Her is a trauma-informed leadership and wellbeing programme for women. Rooted in nature, horses, and lived experience, it helps women reconnect with their inner voice, build self-worth, and lead with presence.
Every Tuesday | 11am–3pm | Ages 5–16
Sensory play, equine activities, and calm connection in nature.
📍 Lamberton | 🧠 🐴 FREE thanks to Three Guineas Trust
📩 Book now: eatsleepridecic@gmail.com
Pony Days – Summer Holiday Fun!
Join us for Pony Days every Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 26 June to 29 August 2025. Perfect for ages 6+, with riding, pony care, and outdoor play in a safe, supportive space.
📅 Half Day (10:30–1:30) £45 | Full Day (10:30–3:00) £60
📍 Lamberton, Berwickshire | 🎟️ Book now: eatsleepridecic@gmail.com
In 2023, we completed our first carbon audit with the support of SRUC. Our total emissions were 14,836 kg CO2e, mainly from horse digestion (methane) and necessary energy use on-site.
Though we’re not a typical farm, this audit helps us take real steps to reduce emissions, including:
Expanding renewable energy with more solar panels
Improving energy efficiency
Enhancing biodiversity in our grasslands to store more carbon
As a community-led charity, we’re committed to creating positive change for people, horses, and the planet.
For Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re highlighting how horses help us heal. Eat Sleep Ride is a rural charity in Berwickshire, using equine-assisted coaching to support young people, families, and adults facing barriers to wellbeing.
Through connection with horses, we help people build emotional resilience, confidence, and life skills in a safe, nature-based setting.
From early intervention for anxious young people to reconnecting isolated adults with their community, our work is about creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and empowered.
“Horses help us breathe, be present, and reconnect.”
We’re thrilled to share “Breakfast Matters,” a brilliant new booklet created by Emmanuelle Ofori, our Masters student placement. This vibrant, easy-to-follow guide explores why breakfast is the brain’s best friend—drawing clever links between how humans and horses both thrive on balanced nutrition.
From fun recipes to the story of Nina and her horse, this resource encourages young people to build better habits—starting with breakfast.
We're proud to launch our brand-new Interactive Nature Walk Map, designed and funded by our young people in partnership with NatureScot.
This engaging tool lets you explore the hidden gems around our site at your own pace. From woodland trails to wildlife highlights, it's a brilliant way to connect with nature, learn, and have fun.
We now have adorable Silkie chickens on-site. If you make a booking, you'll get the chance to pet, hold, and learn more about these gentle, fluffy birds!
🎟️ Play now to support Eat Sleep Ride and be in with a chance to win!
📅 21st June 2025 | 🕚 11am–3pm | 📍 Eat, Sleep, Ride, Lamberton
Celebrate community, nature, and culture with us as part of Refugee Festival Scotland. Enjoy gentle horse time, a BBQ by the fire, creative crafts, and shared storytelling.
Free for refugees & asylum seekers. £7 suggested donation for others.
Email eatsleepridecic@gmail.com to book.
We’re thrilled to welcome Rohan to Eat Sleep Ride! They're working on developing our Leadership with Horses course, blending nature, confidence building, and real-world communication skills. Their recent presentation showed real insight—and we can’t wait to share what’s next!
✨ Herd Dynamics Coaching
Experience leadership and personal growth through equine-assisted sessions focused on energy, attention, direction, and authenticity.
Learn more → Equine-Assisted Development
🏕 Event Space for Hire
Our solar-powered, off-grid space is now open for retreats, workshops, and gatherings in the wild beauty of East Berwickshire.
Explore the venue → Eco Experiences
👜 Tote Bags Still Available
Support our youth and wellbeing work by purchasing a limited-edition ESR tote bag.
Donate & order here → Eat Sleep Ride CIC
📲 Stay Connected
Follow our journey, stories from the paddock, and new ways to get involved.
Facebook | Instagram | eatsleepridecic@gmail.com
At Eat Sleep Ride, we are thrilled to have Emmanuelle Ofori, a Master’s student intern, exploring the link between nutrition and mental clarity. Through her research, we aim to promote healthier eating habits that support young people’s well-being. Start your day right by incorporating whole foods into your morning routine and experience the mental clarity and mood boost that comes with it!
Skipping breakfast might seem harmless, but research shows it plays a crucial role in mental well-being. Poor diet choices, especially highly processed foods high in saturated fats, are linked to cognitive decline, stress, and even depression. A well-balanced breakfast—rich in protein, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats—provides essential nutrients like omega-3s, B vitamins, and iron, all of which support brain function and emotional stability. Start your day right by incorporating whole foods into your morning routine and experience the mental clarity and mood boost that comes with it!
Join us for a unique, hands-on experience where you'll help plant trees, sow wildflowers, and learn about herd dynamics and leadership through horses. A day of community, conservation, and connection!
📅 Date: Saturday, 16th March
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Eat Sleep Ride, Lamberton, TD15 1XB East Berwickshire
To sign up please email eatsleepridecic@gmail.com with your name , how many are attending and dietary requirements
Support one of our amazing horses and help provide essential care, food, and wellbeing support for just £20/month. Your sponsorship directly helps horses like Buttons, Pirate, and Ben, ensuring they continue their therapy and youth programs.
💖 What You Get: Monthly updates, exclusive visits, sponsor recognition & more!
📩 Join the Sponsor Family Today! Email eatsleepridecic@gmail.com
Help Our Horses Thrive! Support Eat Sleep Ride by purchasing essential horse care items from our Amazon Wishlist. From seasonal supplements like Breathe Easy for asthma relief to Glucosamine for joint support, every gift directly helps our horses stay happy and healthy!
🛒 Shop & support here: 👉 Amazon Wishlist
Join us for a magical Easter celebration filled with pony rides, games, crafts, and an exciting Easter egg hunt! A perfect holiday adventure for kids of all riding abilities.
📅 Saturday, 19th April | ⏰ 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM | 💷 £60
📩 Book now: eatsleepridecic@gmail.com
🔗 Read more: https://fb.me/e/4yZ1E7Ubz
Eat Sleep Ride was featured on Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes! 🎥✨ We’re thrilled to share how horses, nature, and community are making a real difference in the Borders.
📺 Watch it now on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0027yq2
Looking for an exciting holiday activity for your kids? Pony Days at Eat Sleep Ride are perfect for young horse enthusiasts! Riding, grooming, games, and crafts—learning and fun in one place! 📅 Running every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during the Spring school holidays. Spaces are limited—Book now by emailing eatsleepridecic@gmail to secure your place
🔗 Read more:https://www.eatsleeprides.org/...
We’ve updated our service prices for 2025, including riding school lessons, livery options, horse services, leadership programs, and youth activities. Whether you're looking for a fun riding experience, leadership coaching, or alternative education opportunities, we have something for everyone.
At Eat Sleep Ride, we create safe, inclusive spaces for individuals to grow, heal, and thrive through the transformative power of equine-assisted therapy and nature. Explore our 2025 Impact Report to see how we’re fostering resilience, community, and environmental stewardship.
Create unforgettable memories with our Equine Connection Experience for Two! 💕 Begin with guided grooming and horse care, followed by a tailored riding session designed to boost confidence and strengthen your bond with these incredible animals.
🎄 Perfect for Couples, Families, or Friends
💷 Cost: £85 (includes a unique experience for two)
This experience is the ideal holiday gift for anyone who loves horses or wants to try something new. Email eatsleepridecic@gmail to purchase your voucher , can be posted or sent as an e-voucher.
Introduce a horse enthusiast to the world of riding with our Riding Lessons voucher 🐴 This fun and engaging lesson covers everything from grooming and tacking up to building riding skills with confidence.
✨ Special Offer: Purchase 7 lessons and get the 8th lesson FREE!
💷 Cost: £35 per lesson
Give the gift of adventure, learning, and confidence-building this holiday season. Email eatsleepridecic@gmail to purchase your voucher , can be posted or sent in eformat
Unlock the profound connection between humans and horses with our Equine Communication Experience for One! 🌟 Learn the art of "talking horse" through shared leadership practices and mindfulness. Whether you’re seeking personal growth or a unique adventure, this session offers a transformative experience with our equine partners.
🎁 Perfect Gift for Horse Lovers
📅 Available Now for £45
Email eatsleepridecic@gmail.com purchase can be posted or emailed as the perfect Christmas Gift
Keep the kids entertained this holiday season with our Holiday Pony Days, running from 20th December to 6th January.
For Ages 10 and Under
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
£45 per child
For Ages 11 and Over
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM
£60 per child
Activities include pony grooming, riding lessons, crafts, treasure hunts, and more!
Book now: eatsleepridecic@gmail.com
Celebrate the festive season with a day filled with riding, games, and holiday cheer at Eat Sleep Ride!
🗓️ Date: 14th December 2024
⏰ Start Time: 10:30 AM
💷 Cost: £60 per child (includes lunch, riding, and a gift from Santa)
Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot!
Reserve Your Place Today at eatsleepridecic@gmail.com
From building accessible sensory gardens to running transformative leadership workshops and inspiring young minds through biodiversity projects, Eat Sleep Ride continues to be a hub for healing, learning, and empowerment. This year, we’ve expanded our solar-powered spaces, hosted corporate leadership sessions, and supported young people in discovering their potential.
Eat Sleep Ride CIC, based in Lamberton, East Berwickshire, combines equine therapy, youth empowerment, and environmental stewardship to create lasting social impact. Our programs foster confidence, resilience, and leadership, supporting young people and marginalised groups. Operating from a solar-powered site, we integrate sustainable practices into everything we do, ensuring a brighter future for all.
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As we approach the exciting milestone of our second year at Quarry Farm, we invite you to join us in a celebration of community, sustainability, and cultural exchange. Our upcoming event, "Cultures in Bloom," is set for the evening of June 22nd, starting at 11am and finishing at 6pm.
In the tapestry of the natural world, few scenes are as heartwarming and majestic as the harmonious connection between dogs and horses. These creatures, each emblematic of strength and loyalty in their own right, share a bond that is both profound and beautiful. This blog explores the unique relationship between dogs and horses, celebrating their individual splendor and their remarkable companionship.
Dive into the heart of innovative leadership with ESR's latest offering: Pioneering Leadership through Echoing Wisdom. Discover a unique oasis of learning where leadership emerges through silent dialogues with nature, guided by the wisdom of our equine companions. Our programs, enriched with themes of resilience, empathy, and sustainability, promise a transformative journey unlike any other.
Dani our founder is now an alumni of the Royal Bank of Scotland Accelerator program delivered a workshop at the RBS Hub to embark on an extraordinary journey beyond traditional learning. Along with the talented Nina, they explored the transformative power of shared leadership inspired by the natural guidance of horses. The workshop dove into practical applications, uncovering 'blind spots' in conversations, and redefining engagement and decision-making. The growth and insights gained were profound, proving that true learning transcends the classroom. Stay tuned for more!
Dive into the heart of equestrian excellence with our latest blog post! We're thrilled to bring you all the details of our ongoing Winter Championship Show Jumping Tournament, a collaborative endeavor with ABRS+. As we gear up for the second of three exhilarating competitions this Saturday, join us in celebrating the spirit of competition, the promise of exceptional prizes, and the sheer joy of show jumping. Whether you're a participant, supporter, or equestrian enthusiast, this is an event you won't want to miss. Read on to discover what makes this tournament a must-experience for our equestrian community.
As we turn the page on 2023, we pause to reflect on a year that has been both transformative and enriching for our organization. It's been a period of remarkable achievements, notable recognitions, and significant strides toward our mission of fostering sustainability, inclusivity, and well-being. From joining esteemed alliances to being recognized as finalists in prestigious awards, each milestone represents a step forward in our journey. Join us as we look back on these accomplishments and express our heartfelt gratitude to our supportive community for being an integral part of this journey.
Family friendly, pay as you feel fun filled community wellness event.Through out the day their will be a bouncy castle , local traders selling handmade gifts & food options such as gluten free, homemade ice cream.
When Eat Sleep Ride was founded, it was with a vision to support the local community through equine and nature based interaction and particularly, to improve the lives of young people by providing opportunities.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team at ParentSpace as they re-structure the organisation to ensure they continue to meet ongoing demand and strategic direction
Last week, through organising with Senscot, we hosted our first-ever EFL based community learning exchange.
Work has been busy still over the past 4 weeks - with a range of volunteers from all ages and locations coming together
We still have spaces available for our David Gatherer Arena Eventing Clinic, being held on Thur 2nd June at our current site at Reston
It is important to both reflect on our past achievements and look towards our future goals.
Today marks the launch of Mental Health Awareness Week, the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health.
Pingo operates within the Berwickshire area and is perfect for joining up journeys, integrating with the existing transport network, and providing bus travel where a service doesn’t exist.