An opportunity arose to move Splash to a new home, and she has settled in happily with Kelly Baker as the latest addition to Kelly’s collection of animals. Kelly was Head Girl at Diamond and is now involved with 2nd Chance Petting Farm and runs Kelly’s Donkeys as her...

Sorry I haven’t had a chance to catch up with you all recently, We’ve been missing our friends and been in a bit of a slump to be honest. The herd and I decided that we need to get going again and keep moving forward and think positively towards the future and getting...

Morning everyone, today I caught up with one of the newer and youngest members of the herd Sadie, at the trough. Golly it’s been so hot recently, it was nice to relax and have a drink in the shade....Do you like my glasses? I got them from Primark before lockdown- £2...

It has been a while since an update has been issued and first of all I would like to thank those who have donated so generously to our COVID-19 Appeal to make up for the sharp drop in our income. Through your kind donations over £20,000 has been raised which will go...

Hello folks, I hope everyone is enjoying the good weather and the slight easing of lockdown. Today I thought we could chat to Malachi, he has been at Diamond for 16 years. He told me that during his time here he has seen a few things and had his bridle put on...

Well hello everyone - hope you are all keeping well and safe, we are all fine, the staff are looking after us very well but we do miss you all. One advantage is I’m learning so much more about my colleagues during this lockdown - some good some bad but we are...

Hello friends, Dougal here! Today I had a chin wag and some carrots with Fudge. It proved quite difficult to keep her awake, she does like a snooze and she talks a bit slow- it’s probably her age! So I had to be very patient. Fudge is the queen of being patient! Fudge...

We decided it would be only be right to start with our gracious elder of the herd Pepsi. Being a more mature lady, Pepsi and I had our interview and munched our hay with an Earl Grey tea under the shade of her favourite tree. Pepsi said she didn't have long as it was...

Archive Films on YouTubeAs we start our 50th Anniversary celebrations you might be interested in our archive films showing the opening of Diamond and the early years. To view the film clips please use the links below or search for “Diamond Centre” on YouTube. Clip 1 –...

Sadly, Ros Ray passed away on Tuesday 28th January. Ros first came to Diamond in 1987, initially as a rider but more recently she was  as a very enthusiastic and much-loved member of the Diamond Carriage Driving Group.  Ros served as a Trustee until 2012 and could...

Our President, Robert Mathews celebrated his 80th Birthday in February. Robert started as a volunteer at Diamond in August 1983 and since then has tried his hand at most jobs at Diamond, including some time as an instructor. He chaired our Trustees for many years up...

As you are aware, the government measures to avoid the spread of the Covid-19 virus has forced Diamond to close and we have had to suspend all riding activities for the foreseeable future.  We hope you and your families are keeping well and coping with these difficult...

Dear Riders, Volunteers, Carers, Supporters and Friends, Unfortunately, the government lockdown to reduce the spread of the Covid-19 virus is still in place and Diamond remains closed. We know how disappointing this for everyone, but we hope that you and your families...

Welcome to the Diamond Centre Driving Group Page! Our aim is to provide an opportunity to disabled individuals to partake in this highly exhilarating sport with added benefits of health, well-being and enjoyment. We provide one to one tuition, with tailor made...

A Very Brief History of Diamond – The Early Years The Diamond Centre for Disabled Riders was one of the fore-runners of riding for disabled but the roots of Diamond go back to 1959 when the founder, Keith Webb, a London Mounted Police Officer first saw a child who was...

DIAMOND CHRISTMAS SHOW The Christmas Show and Presentation of Awards was held on 1st December. This year’s theme was “The 12 Days of Christmas” with great costumes and contributions from the riders, vaulters and carriage drivers. Of course, the show would not be...

This year sees the start of the 50th Year celebrations of riding at the Diamond Centre. Way back in 1969 a gentleman called Keith Webb and his wife June, arranged for children from Queen Mary’s Hospital for Children, Carshalton and Croydon Spastics Society to have...

The arenas are available for hire - maximum of three horses. The arenas are available most Sundays and during school holidays  - please call to arrange a booking.  Rates per hour...