About
We are small but mighty! We were born in 2017, the culmination of hard work, determination and a big dream by our founder Danielle McKinnon. We are backed by an experienced board of 8 colleagues, 11 staff members, around 40 active volunteers at any one time and 200 regular ridden and non-ridden members who are all part of our ESR family.
We serve our community and address social needs through training, work experience, signposting, mentoring, employment, volunteering, counselling and peer support; contributing to the economy whilst generating income to support the financial viability of our business. We lead people through uncertainty and to embrace creativity and curiosity, so they are able to see opportunities and take positive steps within their lives. Working collaboratively, with a range of partners and supported by a team of volunteers, we design and deliver activities that inspire people to develop, grow and reach their full potential.
We really believe in investing in young people, they are our future and they are the link to ensuring we don’t damage the world socially, politically or environmentally anymore. It's vital they are able to create positive futures and hopes because of their creativity and inspiration and because we need change.
Many of our equines have been rescued and have been rehabilitated animal welfare is at the forefront of our offerings and we proud of the practices and ethos that we upload to enable us to keep our herd happy, healthy, and thriving.
Our values
Our values underpin the work of Eat Sleep Ride and they help us to ensure we provide the best possible outcome for all who engage with us:
we accept people for who they are, regardless of difference.
we see education as key to improving society and building better futures for us all.
inspiration motivates us all and awakens us to new opportunities.
we help, encourage and care for those we engage with.
self-care and care for others is paramount to us.
News & Events
Job Opportunity at ParentSpace
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
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
Community Learning Exchange
Last week, through organising with Senscot, we hosted our first-ever EFL based community learning exchange.
Last week, through organising with Senscot, we hosted our first-ever EFL based community learning exchange.
It's All Happening Outdoors
Work has been busy still over the past 4 weeks - with a range of volunteers from all ages and locations coming together
Work has been busy still over the past 4 weeks - with a range of volunteers from all ages and locations coming together
Jump Clinic
We still have spaces available for our David Gatherer Arena Eventing Clinic, being held on Thur 2nd June at our current site at Reston
We still have spaces available for our David Gatherer Arena Eventing Clinic, being held on Thur 2nd June at our current site at Reston
Our Social Impact
It is important to both reflect on our past achievements and look towards our future goals.
It is important to both reflect on our past achievements and look towards our future goals.
9th-15th May 2022 - Mental Health Awareness Week
Today marks the launch of Mental Health Awareness Week, the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health.
Today marks the launch of Mental Health Awareness Week, the UK’s national week to raise awareness of mental health.
Pingo Buses in Berwickshire
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.
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.