Providing therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities.
The Magpie Centre, RDA West Norfolk
Our horses and ponies provide therapy, achievement and enjoyment to people with disabilities.
We offer activities such as riding and carriage driving to all age groups and, wherever possible, to people with any disability. We also offer ‘Tea with a Pony’ for those living with dementia or other disabilities and Equine Assisted Learning Therapy (EALT) a programme encouraging interaction between horses and people to promote mental well being.
We have been carrying out our life-changing activities at our Wallington Hall location for over 30 years, and we take great pride in the exceptional standard of our instructors and volunteers.
We rely on voluntary help, as well as donations and legacies to deliver our services.
The Big Neigh for Hay
With winter well and truly here we are focusing on providing food for our wonderful horses over the coming months.
If you are able to help us please do, even if it is a small sum. Many people giving small amounts can soon add up!
Take Part
Our goal is to give each rider, whatever their ability, the opportunity to be in control of their pony within a supportive and structured environment and perhaps most importantly to have fun.
Our carriages are especially designed to carry wheelchairs if required and every time a disabled driver is taken out they can be accompanied by their carer if appropriate.
Equine assisted learning therapy is a tailor-made, six week programme designed to promote mental well being through the relationship you can build with the horse.
An opportunity for those living with dementia or other disabilities to meet, stroke and spend time with our fantastic ponies. Full Wheelchair access available.
Support Us
It costs around £150,000 a year to keep the Centre running, much of which comes from small donations made by members of the public and local businesses.
Visit our online shop where you can sponsor one of our horses or ponies as well as being able to buy Magpie Centre gifts, clothing and other merchandise.
Join us! Your time could make a real difference to the lives of the people who use our Centre. We have plenty of horsey and non-horsey roles.
What's New
New website for the Magpie Centre
We’re very pleased to announce the launch of our brand new website. Here you can find out all about forthcoming events and the latest news
Launch of National Lottery Fund Grant
It was a red letter day on Tuesday, November 9, when Magpie Centre trustees, volunteers and members celebrated the launch of a grant from the National Lottery Community Fund.
Events
Annual General Meeting 2022
We will be holding our AGM at 7.00PM on Tuesday 8th February at The Crown Hotel 12 Bridge St, Downham Market PE38 9DH. All welcome.