A full day hands-on Experience with the horses gives a true understanding of what it is like to work the farm in a traditional way.

 

Your day will last for 8 hours. You will experience a range of activities which, depending on the time of year and your appetite, can include the following:​

• Calling the Shire horses in from the field, using the old school bell (when appropriate)

• Preparing the stable with feed and water

• Grooming and general care

• Learning about the harness - how it fits onto the horse and what each part does

• Learn long reining techniques and practice these in the sand school

• Working a Shire horse as a driving horse pulling a cart or carriage* 

• Wash down your horse so that it is ready to return to the fields or stable.

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* We also offer a similar Experience but the day is focussed on learning how to work a Shire horse on the land.

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A simple and honest Ploughman's Lunch will be provided in the Cider Mill Barn or the garden. Your lunch is sourced from local producers.

Please advise if you have any allergens.

Alternatively, please bring a pack lunch with you.

Tea, coffee, soft drinks and biscuits are provided throughout the day

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Life is relaxed and calm when we work the Shire horses.

We want you to enjoy yourself so much that you want to come back for more. Your experience with the Shire horses is tailored to what you would like to do, combined with both your previous experience and how you get on during the day.

This can be discussed fully at the time of booking. 

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As an example, for those who would prefer a less physical activity, we can adapt the day to include a leisurely drive along the lanes where you can take it in turns to sit up front and have a go holding the reins. 

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Prices:

1st person: £300 for the full day

2nd person: £150 

Spectators: free of charge (includes refreshments)