Shire Horse Experience
"A rare priviledge to handle such wonderful animals and gain an insight into the world of the cart horse" Julie Owens, Romney Marsh, June 2011.
While staying at Middle Farm Cottages why not spend some of your time enjoying a Shire Horse Experience Day?
Shire and Carriage Horses, based nearby, are offering a special discount for all guests staying at Middle Farm Cottages.
The days are intended to offer participants the opportunity to handle, harness and drive one of their Shire horses. Leading the day will be Steve Ledsham who has over 30 years experience working with Heavy Horses.
The day runs from 10am to 4pm with activities including:
- an explanation of the different types of harness used for heavy horses
- harnessing the horse
- driving using plough harness (usually pulling logs)
- driving using cart harness pulling a cart or dray
A maximum of four participants allows for plenty of hands on opportunity to harness and drive the horse.
The cost including tea/coffee and a light lunch is £120.00 per person. Shire and Carriage Horses are able to offer a special price of £220.00 per couple for Middle Farm Cottage guests. Friends or relatives are welcome to attend as spectators for which the cost will be £15; this charge includes tea/coffee and light lunch. Booking and payment is to be made directly to Shire and Carriage Horses.
Where possible, Steve will endeavour to arrange a day to suit your holiday itinerary.
The activities of the day are not too demanding, but reasonable physical ability is required. Warm clothing and suitable footwear is recommended.
A non-refundable deposit of £20 per person is required on booking. The balance is due one week prior to the Experience Day. In the unlikely event of the day being cancelled by Shire and Carriage Horses due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be given or where possible another day will be arranged.
Early booking is recommended as availability is limited. To check availability and reserve a place, please contact Shire and Carriage Horses direct on 01694 751732 or 07816 932474 and quote reference 'Middle Farm Cottages'
For further information about Shire and Carriage Horses visit their website www.shireandcarriagehorses.co.uk
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