The weather was absolutely brilliant, the terrain was well managed and mown and covered over 4 miles of agricultural land and wooded areas, it was good driving.  What will be of interest to we ladies is that the box park had 2 proper flush loos and they were much in use by all of us after a journey to get there ranging from 2hours to 30 minutes.   

We tacked up and set about a cones course and then set off on our drive, well spaced so that there was not too much “bunching up” at the water obstacles.  This worked fine for those in front of the Bormans but those following on had a bit of a delay as Angela saw no option but to plunge into the water (having forgotten to put her wellies on) and lead a very reluctant horse through – twice.  There is definitely scope for improvement there, but luckily every other single person managed to go through with no problem, and quite a few had several goes as their horses obviously enjoyed it so much. I felt that that was rubbing it in a bit, but hey ho!

We  had lunch and the farm had provided tables, chairs and drinks for us in their club caravan and  had also very kindly put out cakes and home-made biscuits for us to enjoy.  How kind, I wish all venues were as thoughtful!. 

After lunch some of us made our way home but some members had enjoyed the experience so much they set off for another go round the course.  Yes it was that good!