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20 + events, 500+ competitors and 2000+ safely driven obstacles |
| It unfolds in front of you - the commentator and timing displays ensure you are totally involved in what's going on and it's all happening, the arena is never empty for more than a few seconds at a time! Being inside, the conveniences of modern life, plus food and drink are near to hand. |
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| The climax - four Marathon Obstacles, all with several 'gates' and knockdowns to negotiate. Each turnout chooses their own route with every second counting as they equate to penalty points which added to those incurred earlier in the competition produce the final result. The class leaders go last so that the excitement builds and builds as first one driver and then the next responds to the challenges thrown down! |
| Events run throughout the winter - when traditionally there has been little to interest the horse driver but now equines and drivers can be kept alert all year round. The events are demanding but with no arduous marathon they're excellent for horses and ponies during their layoff and for older, perhaps retired, equines. It's also excellent for bringing on younger horses. |
| It has something for everybody - at whatever level. Novices and juniors vie with established drivers, sometimes beating them! |
| Events are arranged in every area of the UK - including Scotland and Northern Ireland by Indoor Horse Driving Trials UK which was formed to promote the sport, encourage young drivers and course building excellence. The events are made possible by the dedicated band of supporters who set up events and then ensure they run without a hitch. |
| Many local driving clubs are involved - organising qualifiers for the regional finals. As always there is room for additional helpers in all areas. |
| Would you like to join in the FUN - as a helper or an organiser of a local event? Perhaps you just want to come along and cheer for your favourite. You are guaranteed a very warm welcome and a thrilling spectacle! |
| Membership
to the Indoor Horse Driving Trials Club - keeps you in the
picture with newsletters (venues and dates of coming events, who's
winning, what's happening, etc) plus free entry to watch any of the
events - a bargain at just £25.00!
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