Bennington Carriages ‘Have a go at Carriage
Driving’
Bennington was delighted to host its latest ‘Have A Go At Carriage Driving’ event on Saturday 25th May. Smiling faces, lots of laughs and good weather were the order of the day. Judging by the hugely positive feedback, the goals of all those attending were more than met. Students were given an introduction to the fundamentals of Carriage Driving and then introduced to the Bennington Fun Bug carriage – the perfect carriage for the newcomer. Those attending then learned how to ‘put to’ and then enjoyed getting behind the reins and driving a carriage for the first time. We were delighted to receive such positive feedback:
gave a real flavour of what Carriage Driving is about. Lots of fun!’
• Due to arthritis I can no
• ‘Well worth coming as I’ve
learnt something new and had a lot of fun driving ponies. Brilliant ponies too!’ worth the money – with very helpful and friendly people.’ insight into this exciting sport’
longer ride – but this taster session has really given me the enthusiasm to learn more about Carriage Driving’
• ‘A very enjoyable day –
• ‘The course gave a great
Another event is scheduled for Saturday 3rd August – do please do get in touch via e-mail ([email protected]) or call us on 01400 281280 to learn more.
• ‘Have a go – it’s more fun
than you can imagine!’
• ‘Better than riding!’ • ‘A wonderful day – even for
the complete novice’
• ‘I had a great time - it
Belvoir Castle to be new venue for MDTG
The Board of Midlands Driving Trials Group (MDTG) is delighted to announce that Belvoir Castle is to be a new competition venue for the 2014 season, by kind permission of their Graces The Duke and Duchess of Rutland. The two-day club competition will take place on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June and be sited on land used in previous years for the CLA Game Fair. The exceptional venue, located on the borders of Lincolnshire, Leicestershire and Nottinghamshire, is readily accessed from the A1, A52 and A607. Belvoir Castle Estate offers flat fields for lorry parking, dressage and cones while the marathon course of around 12–13km will take
Belvoir Castle
in woodland tracks, field margins and some hills around the estate. There will be a minimum of six obstacles; these and the dressage and cones arenas will be within easy reach of the lorry park, which benefits from a permanently installed water supply. The club has already secured financial backing towards the running costs and invite businesses or individuals interested in sponsoring an obstacle, or any other aspect of the event, to contact Geoff Goodwin on 07966 226687. Full details of MDTG’s 2013 competitions, schedules and entry forms are on www.mdtg. co.uk or call 01630 661314. Visit www.belvoircastle.com for further information on Belvoir Castle.
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