BBC’s Landward and www.ride-scotland.co.uk to promote south of Scotland equestrian tourism
Horse Riding in the South of Scotland
The South of Scotland is renowned for having some of the best horse riding country in Britain and Landward presenter Lindsay Cannon visited the region to find out for herself. She set off on horseback through the land of gently rolling hills and intimate river valleys and discovered stunning riding trails, quality Horses Welcome B&Bs and welcoming people on her journey, which is featured on BBC’s Landward programme on 1st October.
Lindsay explored the South of Scotland Countryside Trails - an enticing 350km network of quiet off-road routes on spectacular hill ground. Many of the trails follow old drove roads and Reivers routes that have a realistic and bloody history to offer. Countryside Management Consultant Vyv Wood-Gee was heavily involved in the development of the trails and joined Lindsay along the beautiful Minch Moor route from Traquair. Vyv said: “Riding these ancient routes which people have been using for hundreds of years is like taking a step back in time, it’s wonderful”.
Lindsay met up with BHS Scotland Development Officer Helene Mauchlen, who came up with the idea of ‘Horses Welcome’ - the first quality assured accommodation scheme for horses in the UK. “Horses Welcome members offer high standards for grazing, stabling and facilities, thus enabling riders to choose their holiday or competition base safe in the knowledge that it has been recommended by BHS”, she explained.
www.ride-scotland.co.uk has just been launched by BHS Scotland promoting equestrian tourism in the South of Scotland. The new website provides comprehensive information on riding centres, trails and routes including downloadable maps to help riders plan the perfect getaway. BHS Tourism Development Officer Angela Paterson, who developed the new site, said: “The Internet is increasingly important and our new site represents a vital marketing tool for attracting more riders and horse-lovers to this beautiful part of the world”.
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