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Horse Drawn Caravan |
The HarnessFine traditional skills are embodied in the hand-crafted, well-oiled and cared-for harness worn by the caravan horse. Either 'common' or van' harness is used to attach the horse to the caravan. In bygone days the 'common' harness was used by farmers and cart-men, the 'van' harness by delivery van-men. The leather harness is very valuable and specially fitted to suit each horse so the visitor is required to take good care of it. No part of the harness should trail on the ground - it will get walked on, get damaged and get dirty. InstructionVisitors will be given instruction and practice in harnessing the horse before leaving on their tour. The instructor will demonstrate the correct fitting of the harness, and the visitor will copy and easily learn the procedures involved. |
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The above process is a lot more simple than it seems! It is fairly easy to master after instruction and a short practice session of 10 to 20 minutes. Reins should never be used to tie a horse to a tree or post. Halters or ropes are provided for this purpose. |
| Caravan | Driving
| Harness | Horses
| Ireland | Overnight
| Practical Guidance |
| Contact | Irish Tourist
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