Horse riding

Please take note of the tips below and read the advice given in the 'Horse sense' guide, produced by THINK! and the British Horse Society.

Advice for motorists

• Look out for horses being led or ridden on the road - slow down.
• At left-hand bends and on narrow country roads, take extra care and keep your speed down.
• When behind a horse rider, give them plenty of room and be ready to stop.
• Do not sound your horn or rev your engine - horses are powerful but vulnerable animals, easily scared by noise and may panic around fast moving vehicles.

Advice for horse riders

• Make sure that you are well visible by wearing fluorescent or reflective clothing.
• Give a motorist an extra three seconds to see you.
• Remember: Be seen - be safe.

Visit the British Horse Society (BHS) website for safety guidelines

Advice for landowners

• Loose horses can cause major accidents.
• Keep your fields and fences properly maintained.
• Keep your gates locked.