Programme of Events 2008
The programme of events at this year’s Borders Festival of the Horse offers an 11-day gourmet choice of equestrian activities for riders and spectators. All aspects of equestrianism are covered from “try your hand” events to the BHS Borders Grand Competition Day - the choice is endless!
Riders of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to learn about the growing sport of BHS TREC. Peelham Farm (Foulden, near Eyemouth) are hosting a training day on Sat 24th May followed by a competition on Sun 25th May. You can download the entry form here.
Art Exhibition “The Horse and the Borders”
McHardy’s Gallery, Biggiesknowe, Peebles EH45. From Innerleithen turn onto Peebles High Street, travel to far end then turn right over the Cuddy Bridge. Gallery is on right hand side.
Disabled access & facilities: Access directly from street. No toilets.
9.30am – 5pm (Mon - Sat) • Free
An exhibition of equine and border landscape paintings by Scottish Borders artist Marie C Keay.
Booking & Further Information:
Marie Keay 01721 721157 •
mckart@marieckpeebles.freeserve.co.uk
www.mck-art-originals.mysite.orange.co.uk
Alistair Moffat "the reivers & their ponies"
The Waterwheel, Philiphaugh Old Mill, Selkirk. 1.5 miles from Selkirk on the A708 Selkirk (Moffat Road)
Disabled Access & Facilities: Yes
7.30pm – 9.30pm • £8 to include light refreshments • Booking preferred
A talk and discussion by Alistair Moffat about the ponies used by the Reivers – expanding and giving more information from his book “The Reivers”, and the television series shown on Borders Television.
Booking & Further Information
Christian Morley 01835 863342 • christian_mountulston@yahoo.co.uk
Caryl Thompson 01450 363982 • carthom43@aol.com
