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Designers, makers and restorers of beautiful rocking horses for 35 years. Carving courses, DIY plans http://www.rockinghorse.co.uk/

Designers, makers and restorers of beautiful rocking horses since 1976. Carving courses, DIY plans, designs for all abilities, books, video/DVD and the best accessories to enable you to make or restore your own fine rocking horse.

28/10/2026

Early stages of staining this medium hero. Based on the markings of its owners horse, a blaze will be added soon to finish it off👏

26/10/2026

You don’t do a hero for a few months and then 2 come along at once!

24/10/2026

🎉 Some exciting news from The Rocking Horse Shop! 🎉

We are absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted for The Yorkshire Post Business Awards 2026!

As a small, family-run Yorkshire business, it's a real honour to be recognised alongside so many fantastic businesses from across the region.

This year marks our 50th anniversary, making this recognition even more special for everyone here at The Rocking Horse Shop.

A huge thank you to our wonderful team, customers and supporters who have been part of our journey over the years. ❤️

You can read more about the awards and see the full shortlist here:

https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/business/yorkshire-post-business-awards-2026-jet2-and-morrisons-nominated-as-full-shortlists-revealed-9253922

16/10/2026

This beautiful medium bay is complete and ready for delivery to a very excited owner.🐎❤️

15/10/2026

Decorative oak horse head carved and sanded and ready for assembly - there is still time to secure your Christmas delivery on some of our horses but don’t wait too long!

08/10/2026

Medium laminated head carved and sanded - there might also be a top tip in these photos for how we glue our horses up!

06/10/2026

We’re hitting the road! 🐴🪵

We’ve got a busy few months ahead, with plenty of shows and events in the diary. Come along, meet the team, see our craftsmanship up close and chat to us about everything from rocking horses and restorations to plans, kits and carving courses.

📅 Save the dates and come and say hello — we’d love to see you!

03/10/2026

The team are hard at work even on a weekend at this time of year with carving and photo shoot well underway!

30/09/2026

Our 2027 Carving Courses are selling FAST! You have just 24 hours left to make the most of our prebook offer!

✨ EARLY BOOKING OFFER – SAVE £50! ✨
Book your 2027 carving course before the end of September and use discount code:
🎟️ CC2027

Whether you're completely new to carving or looking to develop your skills, our courses are a fantastic opportunity to get hands-on and create something truly special.

📅 2027 dates now available
🪵 Expert tuition
🔨 Hands-on carving
🐴 Traditional rocking horse techniques
🎁 A unique experience for yourself or someone special

Places are limited, so book early to secure your preferred date!

👉 Book online and use CC2027 at checkout to claim your £50 saving.

27/09/2026

Which one would you choose?

Here at The Rocking Horse Shop, we have dozens of Make Your Own Plans to try.

Check out the link below to start your project today⬇️

https://rockinghorse.co.uk/make-your-own/kits/plans

Address

Stamford Bridge Road
York
YO411NB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441759368737

Website

http://www.rockinghorse.co.uk/

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