A VIP Equestrian Winery Experience. A private guided trail ride hosted by Olympian Megan Jones through our picturesque vineyards followed by a private wine lunch with Megan in The Glass Room for a food and wine tasting journey in your very own luxury space.

Arrive to be greeted by Megan Jones (Silver medal Olympian, Equestrian Hall of fame member, Dual Olympian, World championship Medallist in Aachen Germany) and the Hallmark Farm team, then get fitted with helmets all while getting to know the horses by the hitching rail. All horses are specifically selected based on your needs from seasoned steeds of the famous Hallmark Farm in Woodside owned by Megan and husband James Deacon. 

After the briefing and any questions you will saddle up and perform some basic manoeuvres while supported by Megan, then set off for approximately 45 mins guided trail ride around a designated course. There will be opportunities to stop for photos and some magnificent hills and vineyard views along the way as Megan and team will provide commentary on the site and her story.

After returning your steed to the hitching rail for some rest, photos and a brush down, you will proceed to the Petaluma Glass Room for an private and intimate lunch and wine experience hosted by Megan and team, where you can hear about Megan’s amazing equestrian journey and triumphs and see her Olympic and world championship medals. The Glass Room is named after the stunning ceiling installation of 540 wine glasses that have been carefully placed to resemble the rolling contours of the Adelaide Hills, complementing the views of our neighbouring vineyards. 

Chat to Megan about her experiences at 2 Olympic Games and world championships and travelling horses around the world and also her current plans to represent Australia at the next world championships and Olympic Games. Photos, autographs are encouraged and merchandise will be available to purchase
on the day.

This very special experience allows you to enjoy the best wines from the Petaluma, Bay of Fires, Eddystone Point and Croser portfolios that are only available to try through this exclusive experience. Generous serves of wine all matched with a three-course tasting menu from Woodside Providore, highlighting the stunning produce available right here in the Adelaide Hills

Dietary requests will be subject to availability from our partners at Woodside Providore. Please identify those in the booking details. 

All guests will have exclusive access to purchase wines at special prices. 

Please note: The horse-riding component is operated by our trusted partner and requires signing a liability waiver. Terms and conditions apply.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Will my booking go ahead during warm weather? (35°C+)
A: Yes. The Petaluma Cellar Door Team or Hallmark Farm will contact you directly if weather conditions are deemed unsuitable or too dangerous to facilitate the experience. Such calls are typically only made during extreme weather events, (i.e. catastrophic fire danger days), and in most cases, with 24 hours’ notice.  

Q: What should I wear? 
A: Riders must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel; shorts and skirts are not accepted. Hallmark Farm provides all required safety gear, including helmets.

Q: Why do I need to advise my weight and height?
A: Hallmark Farm take great care in matching riders up with the most suitable horses based on riding ability, weight and height. This is for the comfort and safety of all guests.

Q: What is the duration of this experience?
A: Trail Riding Tours generally have a duration of approx. 1 hour for the safety briefing, equipment and trail ride component then conclude with an approx. 90-minute hosted lunch at Petaluma Cellar Door.

Q: I’d like to reschedule/cancel my booking, who do I contact? 
A: Please contact the Petaluma Cellar Door team on Petaluma.Cellardoor@vinarchy.com to reschedule or cancel your booking. Ensure to include your booking reference number upon emailing. Refer to the below Terms and Conditions to find out more about the cancellation policy. 

Terms & Conditions

• Booking & Payment: Full payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your reservation.
• Guest Information: For safety and comfort, guests are required to provide their height, weight and rider experience at the time of booking to ensure appropriate horse allocation and guide preparation. A liability waiver will be required to be completed prior to commencing the experience.
• Age: Minimum age for participation is 10 years, riders under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
• Attire: Riders must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes with a small heel; shorts and skirts are not accepted. Hallmark Farm provides all required safety gear, including helmets. Guests are welcome to bring their own helmet; however, it must be thoroughly inspected and approved by Hallmark Farm prior to use.
• Weight Limit: For anyone over a 120kg, please enquire directly on Petaluma.Cellardoor@vinarchy.com 
• Fitness & Health: Participants should have a reasonable level of fitness and mobility. These experiences are not suitable for guests who are pregnant or have certain medical conditions (e.g., back or neck issues). Please disclose any relevant health concerns prior to booking.
• Cancellations by Guests: A minimum of 72 hours’ notice is required for cancellations or changes to your booking. Cancellations & changes made within 72 hours of the experience will be charged a $50 per head cancellation fee. Guests must contact Petaluma directly on Petaluma.Cellardoor@vinarchy.com to cancel.
• Cancellations by Operator: Experiences may be cancelled by the operator with no less than 2 hours’ notice due to operational or safety reasons (e.g., weather conditions). In such cases, guests will be contacted by Hallmark Farm & Petaluma to reschedule or to cancel with a full refund.
• Weather Policy: In the event of extreme weather (e.g., catastrophic fire danger, storms, heavy rain), the experience may be rescheduled or refunded at the operator’s discretion. In such cases, guests will be contacted directly by Hallmark Farm & Petaluma to reschedule or to cancel with a full refund.
• Arrival: Guests must arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time for check-in and a comprehensive safety briefing.
• Late Arrival: Please arrive on time. Late arrivals may result in a shortened or rescheduled experience, guests who are more than 15 minutes late to their booking will forfeit the booking time with no refund. An additional fee of $50.00 per head will be required if you wish to reschedule to a later time that day (dependent on availability) or to re-book on another day.
• No-Show Policy: Guests who fail to attend their scheduled booking without prior notice will forfeit their booking and are not entitled to a refund.
• Liability Waiver: All participants must sign a liability waiver prior to the horse-riding component.
• Alcohol Consumption: For safety reasons, all riders must have a BAC of 0.000 prior to the horse-riding component. Guests who appear intoxicated or fail to meet this requirement will not be permitted to ride, and no refund will be provided.
• Alcohol Service Timing: Wine tastings and alcohol consumption occur after the horse-riding component. Each tasting flight is equivalent to 1.5 standard drinks.
• Personal Belongings & Photography: Guests are responsible for their personal belongings. Photography during the ride should only be done when safe or as directed by the guide.
• Availability: All experiences are subject to availability and may be altered or substituted at the operator’s discretion.