Temperament and Age

You need to find a horse that is calm and quiet and easy to be around.This is one of the most important criteria.

It is vital to look for a horse that you will feel safe riding and that will give you confidence.

It is a good idea to buy an inexperienced horse that has seen and done all the things you are likely to want to do.

This is likely to be a horse from around eight or nine years old, or older. By buying an experienced horse, you are likely to have more confidence when, for example, jumping cross-country for the first time.