Movement
Being on a horse can help riders work on balance, posture and strength.
Riding for the Disabled • Maghera
Helping people enjoy horse riding since 1978.
The Fort Centre is a friendly place where disabled children and adults can ride, learn new skills and enjoy time with our horses and volunteers.
Welcome to the Fort
A place to ride, learn and belong
Every rider is different. We help each person take part at a pace that feels right for them.
For some riders, it is about building confidence. For others, it may be improving balance, learning a new skill or simply enjoying time with a horse.
Most importantly, we want every visit to feel positive, welcoming and enjoyable.
Discover our story
What riding can offer
What riding can bring
Riders, families, volunteers and horses work together to make every session enjoyable.
Confidence
Trying something new and seeing progress can give riders a real sense of pride.
Friendship
The Fort is a welcoming place to spend time with horses, volunteers and other families.
Achievement
Every new skill matters, whether it is a first ride or an RDA grade.
1978Established in Maghera
25Volunteers helping the centre
48Approximate weeks active each year
NIC104575Registered charity
Powered by volunteers
Could you lend a hand?
Our volunteers help with riding sessions, care for the horses, organise fundraising and keep the centre running.
Community support
Local people make it possible.
From tractor runs and sponsored challenges to local collections, our supporters find all sorts of ways to help. The money raised goes towards caring for the horses and looking after the centre.
Every hour given and every pound raised helps us welcome more riders.
Support the Fort Centre
Help us care for our riders, horses and home.
Your donation can help with feed, bedding, vet and farrier bills, riding equipment and the everyday cost of running the centre.