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A family-run yard by the sea.
We're a small horse riding centre in Donabate, about 25 minutes from Dublin city. Owned by Henry Smith and run alongside Lisa Dandy, we've been teaching people to ride since 2015 — from complete beginners to more experienced riders, kids and adults, and everyone in between.
We also run therapeutic riding sessions for children and adults with autism and additional needs, and we're proud to be one of the few autism-friendly yards in Ireland.
- Fully insured and AIRE approved
- 18 horses and ponies to suit all abilities
- Free parking and viewing area for parents
- Open Tuesday to Saturday, all year round
Riding, treks & camps.
Riding Lessons
Private and group lessons for beginners through to more experienced riders. Small groups, patient instructors, and horses matched to your ability.
Therapeutic Riding
One-to-one sessions for children and adults with autism, anxiety or physical needs. Quiet environment, familiar faces and adapted pace.
Beach Trek
Rides along Donabate strand. New clients need a minimum of 4 hours riding with us before booking a beach trek — we can arrange forest treks in the meantime while you build up your hours through lessons or forest treks. Weather and tide dependent.
Forest Trek
Trails through local woodland — good for anyone who prefers something quieter than the beach.
Autism-friendly sessions.
We've been running therapeutic riding sessions for over ten years for children and adults with autism, ADHD, anxiety and other additional needs. Sessions are one-to-one and adapted to suit each rider.
We can arrange quiet arrival times, familiar instructors on each visit, and shorter or longer sessions depending on the day. Just mention what you need when you get in touch.
What people say.
Corballis Farm is the perfect place to escape into nature. Whether you are trekking through the quiet, green forest or feeling the wind on a wide-open beach, the experience is pure magic.
This farm is AMAZING!! I was visiting Dublin and decided last minute I'd like to ride. Lisa and her team were so kind and welcoming and squeezed me in. The horse I rode, Evan, was so beautiful and kind.
Outstanding riding school. I booked in for a lesson and was looked after so well by Lisa and Naomi. Beautiful location, their horses are just the sweetest — I had Paddy, an absolute dote. I'll definitely be back.
My autistic grandson has been riding here since he was 3 years old. Lisa and her crew are just fantastic with the kids and the horses are so well trained for dealing with the children. One hour on horseback does wonders for kids with autism.
A very beautiful location on farm and by sea. My son has been attending the last 6 years and loves it so much. The team — Lisa Dandy, Tina and Naomi — are very specialist in therapeutic service.
We had a great time! Our instructor (Jessie, I think) was great, very patient and knowledgeable.
Amazing place! The staff is fantastic and the owner is simply wonderful and very accommodating. The scenery of the farm and the surrounding area is 10/10. Please visit.
My three daughters and I did this trek with Lisa. She was wonderful with my ASD daughter and the ponies and guides were well suited to our beginner needs. A great trek in the woods.
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