Get to grips with the fundamentals of this once widely used equestrian transport, before putting your newfound skills to the test on a purpose-built obstacle course.

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Availability: Seven days a week, all year round. Weekends tend to be very busy and we recommend you allow at least six weeks booking notice. Weather: As there are indoor and outdoor facilities at the venue, the weather will not affect this experience. Duration: Lasts for approximately three hours with at least one hour of driving time each. Numbers On Day: This is an exclusive experience with just the two of you and your instructor. Spectators: Spectators are welcome and are able to watch the whole experience. Dress Code: Wear comfortable clothes (e.g. leggings, jodhpurs or track suit bottoms) with wellingtons or riding boots (no trainers please). You can wear your own hat (if it conforms to safety standards) or the venue can provide one. Guidelines: Exit the A74(M) at junction 17 (signposted Lockerbie) and at the first roundabout take the first exit onto the B723 to Boreland village (do not head into Lockerbie town). Continue for approximately five miles along the B723. The centre is on your right as you pass through the village, opposite a bed and breakfast and a short distance past the small post office and shop on your left. Restrictions: Minimum age 3 (provided accompanied by a participating adult). Unaccompanied, minimum age 16. Max weight 17 stone. Disabled participants are welcome, although please advise us details prior to booking to confirm suitability to take part. Other Info: Sessions are tailored to each individual's needs. The instructor is by your side at all times and will take things as slow or as fast as you all feel comfortable with.

You'll begin with a full safety briefing, before meeting Dini and Charlie (among other resident characters) at the stables. After learning the basic techniques of carriage driving, you'll feel your way around the rapid obstacle course, before stopping for a well-earned refreshment break. Afterwards, the demo team will show you what carriage driving is all about and you'll have a chance to get on the back step of a carriage, pulled by two of the famous chariot ponies. Your experience will conclude with cakes, coffee and a rosette to take home.

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