What to Pack
Be prepared for all sorts of weather. Layers are ideal and make sure you pack waterprooofs.
- Jodhpurs or long trousers.
- Short riding boots or ride/walk boots such as Ariat Terrain.
- Half chaps
- Long sleeved shirt and/or T shirts,
- Warm clothing/Fleece.
- Underwear. Cycling shorts are good for long days in the saddle.
- Waterproof/windproof jacket and trousers.
- Casual clothes for evening.
- Trainers or comfortable shoes for evening.
- Riding hat
- Head torch
- Personal toiletries.
- Horse & tack.
- Fluorescent tabard.
- Saddlebags - if your horse is not used to carrying saddlebags we would recommend you spend some time getting your horse accustomed to carrying them before the ride.
- Small unbreakable thermos.
- Small first aid kit for both horsae and human to go in the saddlebag.
- Grooming kit.
- Hay & haynet
- Horse feed
- Camera, film, batteries and binoculars.
- Mobile phone (and charger) in case of emergency.
- Map case - to keep your map dry.
- Compass - if travelling without a guide.
Riding hats are mandatory. Please ensure that it conforms to BHS requirements (PAS015, BSEN1384).