byASTRUP Hobby Horse - Grey
A beautiful grey horse, “whinnying” for its owner and eager to get going. It can't wait to show off on the jumping course, glide through the dressage arena, or take centre stage in creative pretend play.
With a nicely sized forelock and mane, your child can easily brush, braid, and style their horse just the way they like.
A wonderful hobby horse for imaginative play, dress-up fun, and backyard tournaments with friends. Will it be jumping or dressage today? Or maybe your child feels like being a wild stallion — or a brave knight heading out on an adventure?
Hobby horse riding is full-on, energetic fun that gets your child moving and their heart racing. Along the way, it helps improve focus, balance, coordination, and even sleep.
It might sound a little surprising, but research shows that physical activity and mental wellbeing are closely connected. We’re simply made to move and use our bodies regularly — which is why it’s such a great idea to help your child find a fun way to stay active that they genuinely enjoy.
Beyond all the general benefits of physical activity, there’s something else wonderful about playing with a hobby horse. It’s a form of imaginative role play, where your child gets to step into someone else’s shoes for a while. Or perhaps for quite a while — because sometimes the story is so much fun that the same character sticks around for days on end.
68 cm long, including a 40 cm stick.
Comes with a handy carry bag.
What makes this product special
Toys for learning through play
Play is essential for children’s learning, well-being, and development. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them.
Play helps children:
• stay curious
• focus and become absorbed in what they're doing
• take on age-appropriate challenges
• build confidence
We believe children learn best by doing things for themselves:
• by making mistakes
• by getting messy
• by falling down and getting back up again
Resilience, confidence, and courage grow through experience, one small step at a time.
That's why we carefully choose toys that encourage independence, imagination, movement, and social skills — offering just the right balance of support, freedom, and opportunities to grow.
Carefully selected toys
We carefully handpick every toy from the vast world of toys available today. The only toys that make it into our range are ones we'd be happy to give our own children.
Every toy at ToyAcademy should:
• support learning through play
• be made from durable, high-quality materials
• be safe and enjoyable for children to play with
20 years of experience as parents and professionals
We're a Danish company founded in 2005, and we're parents too. We know what it's like to want the very best toys for your children.
Our mission is clear:
Toys should support children’s development, well-being, and confidence through play.
90-day returns
Shop with peace of mind — especially when buying gifts.
You have 90 days to return your purchase, giving you extra flexibility and peace of mind.
If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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What makes this product special
A beautiful grey horse, “whinnying” for its owner and eager to get going. It can't wait to show off on the jumping course, glide through the dressage arena, or take centre stage in creative pretend play.
With a nicely sized forelock and mane, your child can easily brush, braid, and style their horse just the way they like.
A wonderful hobby horse for imaginative play, dress-up fun, and backyard tournaments with friends. Will it be jumping or dressage today? Or maybe your child feels like being a wild stallion — or a brave knight heading out on an adventure?
Hobby horse riding is full-on, energetic fun that gets your child moving and their heart racing. Along the way, it helps improve focus, balance, coordination, and even sleep.
It might sound a little surprising, but research shows that physical activity and mental wellbeing are closely connected. We’re simply made to move and use our bodies regularly — which is why it’s such a great idea to help your child find a fun way to stay active that they genuinely enjoy.
Beyond all the general benefits of physical activity, there’s something else wonderful about playing with a hobby horse. It’s a form of imaginative role play, where your child gets to step into someone else’s shoes for a while. Or perhaps for quite a while — because sometimes the story is so much fun that the same character sticks around for days on end.
68 cm long, including a 40 cm stick.
Comes with a handy carry bag.
Measures 68 cm.Suitable for ages 3 yrs. to 8 yrs.
Hobby horses are not to be sneezed at. If your child has one or more hobby horses stabled in their room, they can easily engage in role play, play with others, and physical activity, simultaneously.
Braid the mane, build obstacles, and organise a race or a horse show – or build a show jumping competition in your garden or on the playground. Hobby horses are a true classic for a reason. That's why all of us at ToyAcademy just love the fact that hobby horses are enjoying a huge revival among children, teens, and adults alike.
Does the hobby horse need tack? Then you should remember to make sure that the brand of your tack matches the brand of your hobby horse. That way you can be sure that the tack will be the right size for your hobby horse.
The activity is great for your child's well-being and ability to learn new things:
- Supports your child's ability to feel empathy and care for other people.
- Gives your child lots of opportunities to unleash their imagination.
- Excellent for group role play, where little ones practise finding their own place in the game and taking turns to leads.
| Item number | 35-84349 |
|---|---|
| Age | 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. , 8 yrs. |
| Function | Imagination, Fine motor skills, Gross motor skills, Role play |
| Material | Wood |
| Maintenance | Wipe with a damp cloth |
| Take it with you | in the garden |
| Size in cm: | 68 cm |
Do you know byASTRUP?
The Danish brand byASTRUP is known for toys that are durable, beautiful, and have a unique Nordic style. byASTRUP offers wonderful textile and wooden toys which allow kid’s role play and imagination to blossom.They use wood sourced from responsibly managed forests that ensure replanting and show consideration for both local communities and working conditions. The company is also BSCI certified (meaning they meet social responsibility standards in their production) and gives €1000 a month to the Children’s Cancer Foundation.
See all our products from byASTRUP here.
Delivery time: 2-4 business days
We aim to ship your order as quickly as possible. In most cases, you’ll receive it within 2-4 business days. Occasionally, minor delays may occur.
Please note: During busy periods, such as Christmas or Black Friday, delivery times may be slightly longer.
Returns
You have 90 days to return your purchase. That gives you extra peace of mind, especially when buying gifts. If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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