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
Floors Castle International Horse Trials
Floors Castle, Kelso
Disabled access & facilities: Parking and toilet available on site
8.30am – 6pm • £10/ car • No Booking required for spectators
• Competitors have to be members of British Eventing • Riders must be 14 and over
One day horse trial for riders from home and abroad consisting of dressage, cross country and showjumping. Also selection of quality tradestands including refreshments and bar.
Booking & Further Information:
Jamie Innes 01835 840223
james.innes2@virgin.net
horse logging demonstration
Lothian Estate Woods (NT 645 257). Park on forest road signposted north from B6400 near Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre and Monteviot House.
Disabled access & facilities: None
3pm – 6pm • Entrance by Charity Donation • Booking preferred
The Treefest Partnership in conjunction with the British Horse Loggers Association, Lothian Estates, The Forestry Commission Scotland and the Royal Scottish Forestry Society are proud to present working horses in action pulling timber from the forest as part of a commercial harvesting operation. There will also be a chance to speak to North Northumberland based expert Danny MacNeil.
Booking & Further Information:
Iain Laidlaw 07831 327319 • iain.laidlaw@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
www.britishhorseloggers.org
lauderdale hunt branch of the pony club arena event
Venue – TBC
Disabled Access and Facilities: None
9am onwards • Free to Spectators • Booking Required for Competitors
This is a competition for all ages and abilities which involves dressage, show jumping and cross country style jumps all in one arena.
Booking & Further Information:
Suzy Dun 01875 835242 • suzydun@btinternet.com
www.pcuk.org/output/branches/168
Les Amis d’Onno present – “The Magic Carousel “ Equestrian Theatre
Bowhill Stables, Bowhill, Selkirk TD7 5ES. 3 miles from Selkirk on the A708 Selkirk to Moffat Road. Will be signposted.
Disabled access & facilities: Good
3pm – 4.30pm • Adults £12 • Children £8 • Booking required
The Magic Carousel is a charming tale of toy box toys set to music with beautiful costumes, 3 magnificant Friesian horses and a cheeky Fjord pony. Sword fighting, unicycling, whip cracking and stunt riding complement ridden pieces and horses at liberty.
Booking:
Bowhill 01750 22204
Further Information
Sue Martin 01835 863275 • elizabeth@sealpin.co.uk
Open Day at Harriet Graham Racing
Brundeanlaws Cottage, Camptown, Jedburgh TD8 6NN. 7 miles South of Jedburgh on A68. Will be signposted.
Disabled access & facilities: None
11am – 2pm • Entrance by charity donation • No booking required
A look round a working National Hunt yard. Groups of horses will be galloped on the all weather track at 12pm.
Booking & Further Information:
Harriet Graham 01835 840354 • hgrahamracing@aol.com
www.harrietgrahamracing.co.uk
