Carriage Driving

Carriage Driving is dedicated entirely to sport and recreation with the harness horse. Trusted, respected and loved throughout the whole of the international driving community, Carriage Driving puts quality content at the core of its editorial intent and remains the only essential publication for the driving enthusiast.

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London Harness Horse Parade

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Charity drive heads to the castle

It’s first class for ponies • It is good news for very small equines looking to compete outdoors, take a moment to fill in an access survey for equestrians and submit your ideas for funding.

Spring back into action • Antonia Gallop says it is time to look forward to the season ahead. The BDS really does have something for everyone, from shows to driving activites for all ages and abilities, so yourself a challenge for the months ahead.

Remembering John Weaver • The driving world recently lost a much-loved man who became a stalwart of the Forest of Dean Driving Trials Group. Sandra Fisher and Jane Hendy look back at his life and how he influenced their decisions to take up driving.

Make sure you are ready and prepared for the off • The new season looks like being a bumper year for the Osborne Scurry Group says Jeff Osborne, but he urges competitors to carry out maintenance work before heading out on the road and entering the ring.

Let's promote the breed • Debbie Cooper looks forward to the arrival of this year’s foals and encourages people to consider the versatile Hackney as more than just a choice for the show ring. She also shares details of new HHS appointments.

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Leave no-one behind • With the Indoor finals just around the corner as Fiona Powell reports, there are plenty of ways to see the action for competitors and supporters alike.

Gearing up for the busy fun filled days ahead • As competitors and equines get fit and ready for the coming season Carole Davenport says their first event over Easter is ideal for new drivers.

Back together again • Members of AIAT-GB travelled to The Netherlands for their much missed annual conference, the event also marked a change at the top as Rosemary Neale officially took over the reins from longstanding AIAT-GB chair Richard James.

History keeper • Susan Dunne talks to The Carriage Foundation stalwart and author Amy Bracey.

Feeding for future breeding success • If you are considering putting your mare in foal, Emma Short BSc (Hons) the senior nutritionist at Baileys Horse Feeds explains the importance of good balanced nutrition from conception through to the birth of the foal and beyond.

Top tips for long-reining success • Whether you are bringing on a young horse or pony, preparing for a competition or an event there are many benefits to taking time to long-rein. We asked UKCC Level 3 Sara Howe for her tips and advice.

Try Driving Day is a total triumph • Susan Dunne reports on a training day in Yorkshire which has attracted many newcomers to the sport of carriage driving.

Pulling power behind the pints • Nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside, Hook Norton Brewery remains one of only three breweries to still use Shire horses for horse drawn deliveries. It is home to four Shire horses who form an integral part of the company’s delivery and marketing team. The Hook Norton team give insight into these essential members of staff.

Top drivers share their skills • Emily Ham reports on the many training events where leading drivers have been sharing their skills, enthusiasm and expertise encouraging more young people to take up driving.

Enjoy a good view • Bob...