A shared passion.
A living heritage.
Bringing together people who care about heavy horses, countryside traditions and the skills that connect them.
A welcome for everyone
Southern Counties Heavy Horse Association promotes, supports and celebrates heavy horses across the South of England. Our community brings together owners, handlers, volunteers, families and supporters.
You do not need to own a horse or arrive with practical experience. An interest in these magnificent animals is a good place to start.
From the show ring to the ploughed field, we value the partnership between horse and handler and the knowledge built through generations of working together.
Heritage with a future
Celebrate the horses
Help people appreciate heavy horses, their character, their working history and their place in modern life.
Share the skills
Keep knowledge of handling, harnessing, driving, ploughing and other traditional work alive through shared experience.
Build a community
Bring enthusiasts together at events and encourage the next generation to take an interest.
Across the Southern Counties
Our community spans Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire, connecting people through a shared interest in heavy horses.
Explore our events, discover traditional skills or enjoy photographs from association life.
Be part of the story
Support the horses, meet people who share your interest and help keep these traditions alive.
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