BHS Scotland Festive Ride at Dumfries House Estate, Ayrshire

Sunday 1 December 2024

Join BHS Scotland through the estate surrounding Dumfries House, Ayrshire.

One group ride at 10am with 25 riders maximum.

The ride is guided by Denise Richardson-Rowell, Education Farm Manager who is also a BHS Accredited Professional Coach.

This ride will last for approximately 1 hour and will take in the beautiful grounds of Dumfries House Estate including riding past the Main House, Arbornetum, Adams Bridge, Duchess of Rothesay Avenue – it is mostly walk and trot along the paths.

Cost £30 – split between The Kings Foundation and the British Horse Society.

Tea/coffee and mince pies supplied after.

Prize for the most festive horse and rider.

Please do not access Dumfries House by the main visitor entrance – full details will be sent out by email prior to the event.

Conditions of Entry:

General

• All entrants must hold third party public liability insurance either through being a Gold member of The British Horse Society or via proof from another provider - you can join the BHS at www.bhs.org.uk/membership
• Always follow the instructions of the ride leader.
• You will be asked to provide emergency contact details, vehicle registration on booking.
• Everyone attending the event is responsible for ensuring the safety of themselves and others.
• Please leave the parking area as you found it – don’t muck out your trailer or lorry in the parking area and take dung home with you.
• Dogs are NOT permitted.

Riders

• Hi-viz clothing must be worn on the horse and rider.
• Riders under 16 years must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of the event.
• Hats to the current standard must always be worn and correctly secured when mounted. Please check yours meets current standards which can be found at http://www.bhs.org.uk/headwear
• Body protectors are strongly recommended and should comply with current standards – also found on the BHS website at http://www.bhs.org.uk/body-pro...
• All riders must wear suitable riding footwear.
• Riders are advised to carry a mobile phone and be aware of the emergency contact number for the event.
• Always ride with courtesy, care and consideration to fellow users of the route including equestrians, cyclists, walkers, particularly those who may be elderly, disabled, children, or simply be frightened of horses. Ride slowly past others.
• If the event incorporates using a road, ensure the Highway Code is adhered to.
• Do not stray from the planned route or designated areas. Remember horses’ hooves can damage surfaces in wet weather.
• Leave gates as you find them and ride slowly past any livestock.

Horses

• All horses must be no younger than four years of age and be of an appropriate fitness level for the activity being undertaken – hooves and shoes must be in good condition.
• It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure their horse is fit and healthy enough to complete the chosen distance comfortably.
• Tack must be suitable, in safe condition and fit correctly.
• All horses must be up to date with annual equine influenza vaccinations and must be 6 days clear from their most recent booster vaccination. Further vaccination guidance can be found using the BRC Flu Vac Checker, downloadable here.
• Horses should not be left unattended when tied to horseboxes, in the parking area or on the ride.
• It is a legal requirement to have your horses’ passport when travelling to events.

Cancellations

• No refunds within 7 days of the ride.
• If the event is cancelled by the BHS, the entry fee will be refunded less £2 administration cost.

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