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
Borders College Horse Care Students Open Day
Westertoun Riding Centre, Westruther, Gordon, Berwickshire TD3 6NE
Disabled access & facilities: None
10.30am – 3pm • Free • No booking required
An opportunity to see the range of careers and training in horse care offered by Borders College. Staff will be available to offer advice and students will demonstrate practical aspects of their course.
Booking & Further Information:
Alison Robertson 01578 740202 • alison@rosecott84.freeserve.co.uk
Hestavinir RDA Group having a Ball
West Tarf, West Linton EH46 7AA. On A702 half a mile South of West Linton
Disabled access & facilities: Good
2pm – 3pm • Admission by charity donation • No booking required
An interactive RDA session using music and giant balls.
Booking & Further Information:
Ruth Aitken 01968 660873 • ruth@westtarf.wanadoo.co.uk
Kelso Races
Kelso Racecourse, Kelso TD5 7SX
Disabled access & facilities: Toilets and raised viewing platform
2.25pm – 5.20pm • Paddock • Members £16 • No booking required
****SPECIAL OFFER £5 off admission on production of completed voucher *****
Quality National Hunt horse Racing staged at Britain’s friendliest course.
Booking & Further Information:
Trish Spours 01668 280800 • trish@saleandpartners.co.uk • www.kelso-races.co.uk
Vaulting Display
Border Group RDA Arena, Monteviot, Jedburgh
Turn off A68 onto B6400 for Nisbet. First left turn up hill after 0-5 mile and then third turn on right.
Disabled access & facilities: Good
6.30pm – 8pm • Entrance by charity donation • No Booking required
A vaulting display by children from Border Group RDA and Scottish Borders Vaulters.
Booking & Further Information:
Helen Rogerson 077792 66886
