the well-to-do – to its ending with the coming of the Railways. He then reviews its revival as a sporting activity at the end of the century and its unexpected popularity today.

Colin Pawson has been driving ponies and horses for over 30 years; initially as a hobby and then commercially with horse-drawn funerals, weddings and some film work. He is a qualified Light Harness Horse Instructor and also works extensively with the driving section of the Riding for the Disabled Association.

He became involved with Four-in-hand coaching in 2000, after teaching himself to blow the coach-horn. Since then he has developed a passion for all aspects of Coaching and delights in sharing his enthusiasm & the many adventures he has had acting as Guard on the Coaches that are still on the roads today.