Manor Farm, Knotting, Beds from: 11am to 6pm ADMISSION FREE
Another opportunity for the horse lover to visit the stud to enjoy a day of
displays and demonstrations by the magnificent purebred Spanish and Lusitano
horses from the stud. Hundreds of you enjoyed the day last year and even more
visitors are anticipated this year.
On arrival you will be greeted with a glass of sherry and invited to look around
at the horses and trade stands.
Displays and demonstrations will take place throughout the morning and afternoon
(with a break for lunch) and will include:
The stud's Stallions being worked in hand; on the Long Rein; under saddle
and being driven - Richard Lüst will demonstrate a 'Latto de Yeguas' ( a group
of mares worked simultaneously in hand with foals at foot), as well as showing
you this year's youngstock (which may be for sale).
The Oakley Hunt will give a parade of hounds and you will be able to see
for yourself how horses are prepared for the showing - Spanish style in the
classical tradition.
New this year will be the Doma Vaquera Demonstration Doma Vaquera UK has
recently been launched and this exciting horse sport will be demonstrated
to encourage you to train and participate in future competitions. Whether
you are likely to take part personally in the future or not, we urge you to
watch this performance which requires amazing skills. You can become a member
of the Doma Vaquera Association - full details will be available at the Open
Day. (Also on-line in this magazine).
Visit the new specialist Spanish and Portuguese Tack and Costume Shop -
even those of you who are 'horseless' may find the Spanish leather boots irresistible!
There will be various trade stands and details of Associations available
including: Snr Rafael Lemos - Display and sale of equine photography (Spain's
leading photographer).
Sue Wingate will be on Field Galleries' stand with a selection of cards
and prints for sale, plus a selection of original paintings and drawings for
sale.
Full information will be available from the National Foaling Bank, the British
Association for the Purebred Spanish Horse, The Lusitano Breed Society of
GB and the Classical Riding Club.
There will be a Grand Raffle with a selection of wonderful prizes. A Bar,
Hog Roast, Salad Bar and Sweets, plus cream teas and Ice Cream will be available
and there is ample free parking.
This promises to be a wonderful day's entertainment, so make a note in your
diary now!
