Gathering Riders Information

Marshals will ride in pairs, two front, two back and others positioned throughout the ride and will follow the directions of the Chief Marshal. Foot Marshals will be suitably positioned as required, at gates and crossings. Again all due respect should be given to their requirements.

Person in Charge: Orange Band/Vest Marshal: Yellow Band/Vest

It is the responsibility of all riders taking part to maintain good control of their mount throughout the ride. If a rider becomes dismounted at any time, it is their responsibility to either remount and rejoin the ride or return their horse to the horse box. It must be noted that while it is the role of foot and mounted marshals to advise and direct riders it is not their duty to control loose horses.

A high degree of discipline and courtesy should be shown by all riders at gates and crossings. It may be possible and in some cases preferable to pass through a gate or crossing and muster on the other side (marshals will advise).

The routes are pre-arranged between the Mounted Events Committee, farmers / landowners and police. Therefore all riders are required to adhere to the agreed route. If for any reason a rider has to leave the ride early a marshal must be notified.

To maintain our previous high standards, only smart, suitable riding gear will be accepted. This also applies to anyone joining the ride at any point. It should be noted that SUITABLE PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR MUST BE WORN BY ALL RIDERS.

Should be shown to all fellow riders, marshals, members of the public and the farmers and landowners who support and allow us to cross their land year after year. Please do not take cars, 4x4’s over the farmer’s fields, park sensibly in designated areas and think about allowing access for emergency vehicles. Please also take your litter home with you.

All riders should be aware that it is essential that we maintain our current high standard of timekeeping for the police who control and manage the time we spend on the public roads, not least the public who enthusiastically wait on their Braw Lad’s arrival (again marshals will control).

To the requirements of farmers / landowners it is essential that all dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.

In the event of any problem arising, be it damage to gates or fences, breakage of essential tack or injury to horse or rider, immediate contact should be made with either a mounted or foot marshal so that any necessary action be taken (i.e. first aid, veterinary help or help with spare tack). It is the owner / hirer‘s responsibility for all costs incurred.