Horse

LONG DISTANCE RIDING

The sport is designed to encourage riders to use their horses effectively, safely and enjoyably while developing their Trail and Endurance rides.

By its nature the sport involves riding across some of the most beautiful areas in the British Isles (and abroad) with the permission and goodwill of landowners and rural communities.

The rules and guidance contained in this reference book reflect the competitive nature of the sport, and the desire to protect horses, riders and the good name of both the E.H.P.S of G. B. and horse riders generally.

FOLLOW THE COUNTRY CODE

• Enjoy the countryside and respect its life and work
• Guard against all risk of fire
• Fasten all gates
• Keep your dogs under close control
• Keep to public paths across farmland
• Use gates and stiles to cross fences, hedges and walls
• Leave livestock, crops and machinery alone
• Take your litter home
• Help to keep all water clean
• Protect wildlife, plants and trees
• Take special care on country roads
• Make no unnecessary noise

The waymark is used in plaque or stencil form by the Countryside Commission on long-distance routes.