There is the opportunity to ‘Have a Go’ under the guidance of an experienced horseman. For the younger generation a ‘Young Handlers Competition’ is held.
Increasingly popular is a demonstration by ridden heavy horses.
‘Ploughing Match’
This will be held on 26 October, 2008, at Netherexe Barton, Netherexe, Exeter, EX5 4DZ., by kind permission of Mr Ross May.
Ploughmen compete in several classes (Oat Seed/General Purpose/Cut). At the end of the day there is a presentation of Society trophies.