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
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
2pm – 4pm and 6pm - 8pm • 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