These licences are required under the Riding Establishments Act 1964.
Anyone keeping a riding establishment requires a licence that is issued by their local council. The definition of a Riding Establishment is "a business of keeping horses for either riding or hire, the instruction/guidance of a qualified instructor for the return of payment."
Veterinary surgeons, police forces and zoos do not require this licence. Licences are issued subject to conditions covering the welfare of the horses.
There is a charge for the annual licence (see fees and charges below), which is issued following a satisfactory inspection by the Council's Environmental Health Officer and veterinary surgeon.
You Local Authority expects all licensed Riding Establishments to comply with Health and Safety Regulations and Health & Safety in Horse Riding Establishments guidelines.
- Summary: Riding Establishments Application Form.
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- Summary: South Derbyshire Fees and Charges for the current financial year.
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Completed forms should be sent to:
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Licensing Section
South Derbyshire District Council
Civic Offices
Civic Way
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE11 0AH
Telephone: (01283) 595724
Fax: (01283) 595855
e-mail: licensing2@south-derbys.gov.uk
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