It may not always be obvious to vehicle drivers why horses and riders are doing what they are doing, although there is normally a good reason.
Remember the following points, particularly whilst driving on roads where you are more likely to meet horses, such as country lanes.
- Take care on approaching blind bends – never go so fast that you can’t easily stop, there could be a horse and rider round the next one.
- Drive slowly past horses - give them plenty of room and be prepared to stop.
- Do not scare animals by using your horn or revving your engine.
- Look out for horse riders’ signals.
- Take extra care with child and other inexperienced riders and horses.
- Always treat horses as a potential hazard and expect the unexpected.
When you see horses on the road – always slow down!
