Carolyn Owen with her Frankie and Ben. Frankie is a working livery and has been with us since Feb 2009. Ben was bred by Johnny.

Johnny Arden, with Tenner and Nort having a rare day off at Seaton.

Johnny with Padgent (the grey) and Frankie. They are taking a breather up at Combestone Tor.

Tenner, in summer trim. Guarding the gate like a good dog.

Tenner and Nort surveying Bench Tor.

Maggie with George trying to join the BBQ. Look at the view from the Knap fields!

Johnny with new recruit Pip meeting Nort.

A matched pair! Padgent (near side) and Victoria, arriving at Combestone Tor.

George, a cheeky driving pony.

Victoria, with us since 2002, a wonderful confidence giver. Here she's enjoying a quiet moment chatting to Rose.

Padgent, something has her attention.

Junus and Maggie competing at the Royal Cornwall Show

And, the next generation.

Glamour Girl. Granddaughter of Junus.

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This popular short break starts on Friday evening with a meal and an informal chat, followed by 2 mornings driving instruction. It gives the absolute beginner a chance to see what driving is all about, and even if you have never touched a pony before you will be driving a single horse ( always with an instructor with you) by the end of your weekend. The more experienced driver can enjoy 2 mornings of singles, pairs or tandem.

A Harness horse weekend can also be arranged for those who do not want to drive a horse themselves, but would like a weekend away that includes a day or a half day carriage drive.

The afternoons are free for you to explore Dartmoor and Devon. The range is endless, from the Moor to the sea, whether you want to walk, go by steam train, boat, bus or car. We will be happy to help you plan your adventure.

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Longer holidays can be arranged  starting on any day of the week. Again, complete beginners are as welcome as experienced drivers. The content of the week’s driving is always arranged to suit the visitor, and could include any aspect of driving, including training young ponies, and working horses on the land. Some time may also be spent discussing different types of vehicles, their construction, harness, and all methods of rein handling, using a rein-machine.

We offer these holidays with or without accommodation – you are also welcome to bring your own horse for riding or driving. Well behaved dogs are also welcome.

Carriage driving instruction takes place in the mornings, leaving you free to explore the delights of Dartmoor and Devon in the afternoons. If you are staying with us, we can offer an evening meal, or you may prefer to eat out while on your travels.

Singles

• Half day £68 for one, £58 each for two, or £48 each for three people

Pairs and Tandem

• Half-day £95 for one, £85 each for two, and £75 each for three

All instruction is given by John Arden, always with a groom with you; so where more than one person is on a lesson the amount of driving time per person will be shared; allowing time to learn the skills of grooming and also to learn from each other.

Non-driving passengers are welcome, if spare seats are available, at a 50% reduction of the full price.

Are you ever stuck for a present? Try a voucher from Dartmoor Driving. These are available for either an instructional introduction to carriage driving, or for a pleasure drive – (and the recipient need not be in the slightest “horsey”) or for those who already drive, there is the opportunity to drive something different. Vouchers are available as full or part payment, and are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase. Vouchers can also be used in full or part payment for any of our activities, including just accommodation – ideal for keen walkers!

An introduction to carriage driving.

An introduction to training a horse/pony to harness.

Singles driving: for those who want to gain more experience of driving a single horse.

Pairs driving: for those who have driven a single horse and would like to try their hand at driving a pair.

Holiday trip with a pair of horses: John will take you for a drive up to Combestone Tor enthralling you with tales of Dartmoor history and folklore.

Full day Moorland Drive: Summer months only – a “never to be forgotten experience”, John will drive you with a pair of horses from near Chagford back to The Brookings, stopping for a pic-nic at the Wallabrook.

Please email us with your requirements, remembering to include your contact name, address, and phone number. Also the name of the intended recipient and which variety of gift voucher you would like to present on the big day.

For those who would like to see Dartmoor from a horse and carriage, we can offer drives of approx 2½ hrs. The route will take you through some really spectacular scenery on Dartmoor along quiet lanes and tracks that are seldom found by visitors to the area. John will be able to enthral you with his knowledge of Dartmoor life, both past and present, as you savour the atmosphere at the gentle pace of the horses.

Trips for up to 4 people.  Approx two and a half hours £97.00.

For more than 4 people please ring us for prices

For those who already have some driving experience, we can offer you the opportunity to drive a more advanced combination in some of the best driving country around. John Arden has experience of National F.E.I. competitive driving, both with a single horse (where he won the Novice Single Championship) and also with a pony team, so he can offer real advice to those interested in this field. Many of our driving routes include natural hazards, such as water splashes, wooded areas and steep gradients, to give added experience and excitement to your driving. But at whatever level you choose we can offer variety and interest, from cone driving to cross-country, or even peaceful drives out across the Moor.

Although we can no longer take horses and ponies to train to harness, John can offer you advice from his many years of experience to help you get going at home.