-RIDING ESTABLISHMENT LICENCE

Introduction

To run a riding establishment (where horses or ponies are hired out for riding or used for riding instruction) you need a licence from the local authority.

Summary of legislation

A summary of the legislation relating to this licence can be found here Opens in a new window

Conditions relating to a licence can be found here. Opens in a new window

Who needs to apply

Any fit and proper person, who is not disqualified from keeping animals, can apply. They must be over 18 years of age, pay any required fee and comply with any conditions attached to a licence.

How long will it take to consider the application?

Before deciding an application, the Local Authority must consider a report from a veterinary surgeon or veterinary practitioner detailing whether the premises are suitable fro a riding establishment and detailing the condition of the premises and any horses.

The Local Authority will also take into account whether the applicant is suitable and qualified to hold a licence.

How much will it cost to apply?

The fee for a riding establishment licence can be found here. Opens in a new window
You will also be responsible for payment of any fee for the veterinary surgeon or veterinary practitioner's report before the licence is granted.

Will tacit consent apply?

No. It is in the public interest that the local authority must process your application before it can be granted. If you have not heard from us within a reasonable period, please contact us at the address given below.

How do I apply?

You can download an application form which can be found here Opens in a new window. Print and complete the application and send it to the contact address given below.

The clock starts when the completed application is submitted along with all the required information and documents requested, including the fee. If we find an error or omission in the application, the application will be placed on hold and the clock restarts when the applicant either supplies a correction or all the information requested.

The licence will be issued subject to compliance with licence conditions and payment of the licence fee.

If my application is refused, how do I appeal?

You may appeal to a Magistrates' Court if you are aggrieved by a refusal of a licence or by any condition subject to which a licence is proposed to be granted.

What if I have a complaint or concern?

Contact us in the first instance at the address below. Otherwise, if you are located in the UK, Consumer Direct Opens in a new window will give you advice. From outside the UK, contact the UK European Consumer Centre Opens in a new window.

Public register?

There is no public register but a list of current licensed riding establishments is available. Please contact the address given below.

For further information

For further information, please contact us at the address given below.

Contact information

Environmental Health Shared Service
Hambleton District Council
Stone Cross
Northallerton
North Yorkshire
DL6 2UU

Telephone: 0845 121155
Fax: 01609 767248
Email: environmentalhealthtechnicalsupport@hambleton.gov.uk






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