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PLEASE READ even if you are not a newcomer:
Please park considerately. When un-boxing please park sensibly, you should make sure that you are not blocking a lane or driveway. Take care not to park on a manicured verge or do anything that may cause congestion or inconvenience to other road users.
Arrive at the meet a little before the time that is stated on the meet card. On arrival at the meet as a matter of courtesy say "Good morning" to the Huntsman, Whippers-in and the Masters – even if it is past midday.
Arrive at the meet a little before the time that is stated on the meet card. On arrival at the meet as a matter of courtesy say "Good morning" to the Huntsman, Whippers-in and the Masters – even if it is past midday.
Find Helen Best, the Bookings Secretary, who is responsible for collecting the cap (your contribution towards the Hunt's cost) or the cap collector on the day and pay them. If you have paid in advance, you still have to see the Bookings Secretary so we know you have arrived.
The Four Shires prides itself on being a courteous and welcoming hunt. In particular, remember to greet people on foot and make those who are out for the first time feel welcome.
Do remember to keep your horse facing the hounds.
Just before the start of the day’s hunting a Master will address the crowd. The Master will also make any announcements relevant to the day, please listen to these and adhere to them.
The Field Master for the day will be introduced and he should always be addressed as Field Master. It is the Field Master's job to guide riders (The Field) across country. We normally have a Second Field Master for those who want a less challenging day. Members of the field may move from one field to another. Unless you are an experienced hunter, start by following in the second field, so that you and your horse get the chance to settle. Stay behind your field master, but do not crowd or ‘over-ride’ him – and do not obstruct the jumping line.
Remember to thank the host of the meet, as you depart. As part of the mounted field, you are an ambassador for our sport and country sports as a whole.
As hounds leave the meet, please remember to make sure that your horse's head is facing towards them.
Members of the mounted field should always indicate they are going home by saying "Goodnight" – regardless of the time of day – and "Thank you" to the Field Master as this will help hunt officials keep track of the mounted field. At the end of the meet, always thank the Huntsman, Whipper-in, quarry and the Masters.
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