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Association Of British Riding Schools

Also known as: Abrs

The promotion of participation by persons in the United Kingdom (both able-bodied and with any form of disability and of all ages) in healthy recreation in horse riding through education and in providing advice to riding schools and livery yards in respect of regulation, welfare and safety issues.

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Activities & Mission

The promotion of participation by persons in the United Kingdom (both able-bodied and with any form of disability and of all ages) in healthy recreation in horse riding through education and in providing advice to riding schools and livery yards in respect of regulation, welfare and safety issues.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£152,992
Latest Expenditure
£140,259

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 91.7%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 91.7%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£152,992
£140,2590 / 0
2024
£177,453
£110,4860 / 0
2023
£89,719
£81,8110 / 0
2022
£77,973
£81,6420 / 0
2021
£74,223
£61,9150 / 3

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Association Of British Riding Schools

What does Association Of British Riding Schools do?

The promotion of participation by persons in the United Kingdom (both able-bodied and with any form of disability and of all ages) in healthy recreation in horse riding through education and in providing advice to riding schools and livery yards in respect of regulation, welfare and safety issues.

How much income did Association Of British Riding Schools report in 2025?

Association Of British Riding Schools reported total income of £153k and reported expenditure of £140k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Association Of British Riding Schools registered as a charity?

Association Of British Riding Schools was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 October 2014 as charity number 1158748. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs Association Of British Riding Schools?

Association Of British Riding Schools is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Association Of British Riding Schools operate?

Association Of British Riding Schools operates across 8 areas, including Australia, France, Guernsey and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is Association Of British Riding Schools a registered charity?

Yes — Association Of British Riding Schools is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1158748.

Details

Address
Blenheim Business Centre
Smithers Hill
Shipley
West SUSSEX
RH13 8PP
Registration Date
1 October 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5046342
Charity Number
1158748

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Trustees

Benjamin Mayes
CAROL ANN BOULTON
Carolyn Fiddes
Debbie Parker
George Albert Baber
Jane Lesley Williams
JULIE PEDLEY
PAULA LEVERTON
Rudina Suti

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Abrs

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