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Heroes, Heroines and Horses of the Borders |
| Posted on Feb 08 2010 |
Over the years the Scottish Borders have been the birthplace of a variety of extraordinary human and equine heroes who have gone on to change the world in some way, be it sporting prowess, by inventing, discovering or in war. In 2009, the SEIB Borders Festival of the Horse has eight themed guided rides that will follow in the footsteps of great local names. The Borders are renowned for having some of the most varied and beautiful, yet accessible riding country in Britain. This Borders landscape that shaped such entrepreneurial and intrepid people and competitive and brave equines, today provides a network of tracks and beautiful rolling countryside that can be peacefully explored on horseback.
20th May
Guided Ride From nisbet run by jedburgh and district riding club
6-9pm £10 for adults. £3 for members and children under 16. Booking and payment in advance.
Ride around the local countryside. Riders must be able to control their horses across open hills with variable terrain, sometimes at speed. A shorter ride will also be available for children (including leading reins) or those wishing to go at a more sedate pace. Numbers limited. All ages welcome but under 8's must be accompanied by an experienced adult.
Booking & Further Information:
Rhonda Hill 07884 060369 www.jdrc.co.uk
27th May
A Guided Ride in the cheviot foothills
10am. £15 to include lunch.
Enjoy the stunning scenery around the Cheviots. Ride followed by lunch on a working hill farm.
Riders must be able to control their horses in open hills at all paces. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Booking required.
Booking & Further Information:
Polly Fraser 01835 862501 pollyafraser@live.co.uk
28th May
Guided Ride in the cheviot foothills
10am, £15 to include lunch.
Ride in the lower Cheviot foothills for 2-21/2 hours. Walk and trot with possible slow canter. Must be able to ride at all speeds in open hill. Children must be accompanied by an experienced adult. Not suitable for inexperienced rider or young horse. Booking required.
Booking & Further Information:
Polly Fraser 01835 862501
Last changed: Feb 08 2010
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