Over 400 incidents involving Horses were reported to The British Horse Society between March 2017 and March 2018, with a quarter of riders reporting that they were subject to road rage or abuse.
If you or your Horse has been involved in an accident or incident, firstly make sure you report it to Kent Police then please let The British Horse Society know what happened by submitting a report on their Horse Accidents Website at the link here >> www.bhs.org.uk/safety-and-accidents/report-an-incident
Safety Advice and Information
4 Simple Steps for Drivers
Then I will...
1. Slow down to a maximum of 15mph.
2. Be patient, I won't sound my horn or rev my engine.
3. Pass wide and slow (at least a car's width).
4. Drive slowly away.
Advice for Riders
There are many things The British Horse Society recommend riders can do to reduce the risk of becoming another statistic.
◉ Always wear hi-viz clothing and put hi-viz equipment on your Horse - even on bright days, it is surprising how well a Horse can be camouflaged against a hedge.
◉ Unless absolutely necessary, The British Horse Society highly recommend you avoid riding in failing light, fog or darkness or when it is snowing or icy.
◉ Show courtesy to drivers - if you show drivers appreciation of their efforts, then drivers should return the favour.
◉ If you are riding a Horse that is not used to roads, make sure you are accompanied by an experienced rider and Horse.
◉ Concentrate all the time.
◉ Make sure you have told someone where you are going and what time you are expected back.
◉ Whether you choose to ride off-road on fields and bridleways, or whether you have no option but to go out onto busy roads, there are always safety issues you need to take into account.
More Safety Advice and Information
For information about The British Horse Society's campaign 'Dead? Or Dead Slow?' visit the link here >> www.bhs.org.uk/safety-and-accidents/dead-slow
Further safety advice and Information from The British Horse Society is available at the link here >> www.bhs.org.uk/safety-and-accidents/safety-advice-and-information
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