Huge success of South of England Carriage Fair

THREE thousand people flocked from all over the country to the 11th South of England Carriage Fair at the Ardingly Showground recently when organisers Brockham Harness Club once again produced a high level of entertainment throughout the day with a variety of driving and equine displays.

By The Newsroom

Published 20th Mar 2007, 16:21 BST

Updated 8th Jun 2018, 03:53 BST

A wealth of trade stands helped people obtain both goods and advice, while a Craft Fair added another new creative dimension.

Britain's drivers proudly celebrated Gold in the World Single Pony Championships last year and the Team Gold medallists and the Individual Gold medallist, Paul Sidwell, were enthusiastically applauded by everyone.

The steam-driven excitement of the St Giles Fire Engine and the break-neck Scurry Driving contrasted with the calm strength of heavy horses and the majestic skill of the Lusitanos.

For full story see West Sussex Gazette March 21

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