Programme of Events 2010
The programme of events at this year’s Borders Festival of the Horse offers a 13-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!
Come along - you'll have a wonderful experience!
MEDIEVAL FAYRE
Traquair House, Innerleithen EH44 6PW
11am - 5pm
A medieval fayre in the grounds of Traquair with equestrian displays, living history, combat demonstrations, archery, falconry, music, jesters, medieval traders etc.
Further information
Catherine Maxwell Stuart - 01896 830 323, catherine@traquair.co.uk
TREASURE HUNT AT NENTHORN EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Nenthorn, Kelso TD5 7RY. North of Kelso on the Gordon Road
10am - 2pm. £15 with own horse, extra £15 for those wishing to hire a horse
Treasure Hunt round local farmland and woods at Nenthorn, finishing with a family BBQ at Nenthorn Equestrian Centre. Some optional jumps. Adults and children welcome and can bring their own ponies or hire from NEC.
Further information
Alison Allen - 01573 224 073, nenthorn-equestrian@btconnect.com
BORDER REIVERS POLO CLUB MATCH
Pittlesheugh Farm, Greenlaw, Duns TD10 6UL. From Greenlaw go 4 miles south on A697. Turn right for Hassington & Hume. Pittlesheugh is first farm on right.
12-3pm. Car parking / entry £5.
Booking and further information
Will Ramsay or Tabetha Payne - 01890 840 777, tabs@wills-art.com, www.borderspolo.com
Houdshall, Midlem (north of Midlem on B6453, which leaves A699 St Boswells to Selkirk road opposite Clarilaw Farm. Venue will be signposted.)
12 noon, all entries on field. No pre-booking required.
Lurcher, terrier and all variety dog classes. Also fun agility, children's classes and dog racing.
Further information
Jackie Aglen - 01750 21315, jackieag@tiscali.co.uk
OXNAM GYMKHANA
Harden Mains, Jedburgh TD8 6RB
10am - 4pm. Entries in advance only. Ringside parking for disabled access.
Friendly gymkhana for all ages from under-5 lead rein to adult. Events include showjumping, working hunter, equitation, games and handy pony.
Schedules and further information
karenwardrop@btinternet.com or sae to Mrs K Wardrop, Harden Mains, Jedburgh TD8 6RB
