HOYS announce the return of the Musical Drive of the Heavy Horses

Celebrating the 75^th annual Horse of the Year Show, the Andrews Bowen International Arena will welcome the return of the Musical Drive of the Heavy Horses. This incredible display of horsemanship showcases the power of these most-treasured heavy breeds, whilst paying homage to the very first years of the show when the first pairs of heavy horses entered the arena!

Horse of the Year Show has had the honour of hosting the Heavy Horse Musical Drive numerous times over the past 75 years, and what was once the important task of harrowing surfaces in preparation for the following show jumping classes, has now become a timeless and beloved performance that is sure to fascinate patrons both new and old.

Reminiscent of years gone by, this display incorporates all the glory of the traditional driving tasks and outfits of stunning red smocks, as well as a modern twist of exciting movements and drill-style music, choreographed by John Peacock. John himself has only missed one HOYS since 1967, and working with these incredible horses has been his life’s work. This year’s team includes Shires, Clydesdales, Percherons and Suffolk Punches; all incredibly important breeds in the history of Britain.

This magical display is most certainly not to be missed and will be in the Andrews Bowen International Arena throughout the show. On this celebration of 75 years of Horse of the Year Show, these majestic heavy horses will once again inspire the same awe and delight as they did all the way back in 1952.

Horse of the Year Show takes place from 9^th – 13^th October 2024, and we can’t wait to welcome you to our very special 75^th anniversary!  To make sure you hear any news of our show when it is hot off the press,  sign up to our newsletter here: https://hoys.co.uk/newsletter-sign-up/

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For more information on Horse of the Year Show 2024, please contact Horse of the Year Show Press Office, Grandstand Media Ltd. Tel: 02476 858205. Email: press@hoys.co.uk