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All fixtures commence at 12pm on a Sunday unless otherwise stated. Details relating to each fixture will be updated as locations are confirmed. There is a second Fieldmaster at all exercises and meets for those who want a less challenging day.
BOOKING: Click here to book online or please contact our bookings secretary (Helen Best). Email her at
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or TEXT: 07969 174647 . If you have any questions about the day, please ring and ask. If you are able to book online, this makes things simpler for those collecting the cap. If you have to cancel, the cap can be transferred to another meet.
The Hunt needs to know how many people to expect, as most days the number allowed out in the mounted field is strictly limited.
Venues can be changed at short notice, so always check the website. Also please make sure you supply a mobile telephone number, so you can be texted about any last minute changes or parking instructions. 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 and Whippers-in and the Masters. 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. In return you will get a meet ribbon to put on your horse. If you have paid in advance, you still have to see the cap collector and get a meet ribbon.
If you recognise them thank the farmer or landowner who is hosting the meet and thank the person who gives the 'stirrup cup'’. The Four Shires prides itself on being a welcoming hunt. So the more people you talk to at the meet, the friendlier the atmosphere that is created. In particular, remember to greet people on foot and make those who are out for the first time feel welcome.
Always make sure that should you be in close proximity to hounds that you face your horse towards them. Do not allow your horse to tread on or kick a hound. If your horse does break this golden rule you should apologise to the Huntsman and indicate which hound was struck, so that she can deal with it if necessary. If a veterinary bill results from the injury, you are obliged to pay the cost.
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