Relaxed riding school in SE London/Kent/Croydon

[Croissantsandpistachio]

We're moving back to London shortly after some time overseas, and I'm looking for a relaxed riding school for DDs 9 and 6 (nearly 7). They've both been riding 2 years. We live in a developing country and riding here is very relaxed- DD1 has ASD and wouldn't respond well to a very competitive or pushy yard or anywhere with lots of shouting. I also don't want the 6yo back on a lead rein- she's cantering and popping small jumps so would be very bored. I don't think she's an equestrian genius or anything but U7s look a bit tricky in some places (I guess insurance).

Bonus points for pony club or possible share/loan options later as well. I'm going to be mostly riding elsewhere but might pick up a lesson or two as well, or nice hacking would be good. Around 30/35 mins drive from Penge/Beckenham/Crystal Palace is ideal. Any ideas? Thanks!

Many many years ago I rode Orpington way, no idea if it's still there (I'm going back 12 years) but they were flexible and friendly

I was going to suggest Lee Valley , but I think they're too far from you. My daughter felt very comfortable there , the staff are very friendly.

Great stables near Orpington, very friendly and relaxed. Great opportunities not pushy:

https://mountmascalstables.com/

Kingsmead in Warlingham is fantastic - they have pony club and a really well-thought out programme of different kinds of lessons. There’s also fabulous hacking on the doorstep - thorough recommended

I came on to say Kingsmead as well,

Thanks everyone- yes Lee Valley too awkward to get to sadly- we used to live just near it!

Both of those options look good- I like that Warlingham is an RDA centre as well. Maybe we'll try and both and see which we prefer. Now just weeping at the cost in the UK.

Downe Hall ?

If its still open... Not sure about that !