Who We Are The Group was formed in 1977 with the specific aim of organising Horse Driving Trials so that novices could acquire the skills necessary to be able to compete at competitive levels. Since that time it has grown and organises some ten events each year. The Group currently has over 100 members. A good many of these do not themselves drive but assist with the organisation of events (stewards). Stewarding is, one would think, a thankless task. They stand out in all weathers to time, or check, competitors coming through. It is often not possible for them to get their cars to where they must stand due to soft ground (not all have 4 wheel drive vehicles). However, without stewards there would be no sport. In return stewards spend a weekend in lovely surroundings. The Group is always ready to welcome newcomers to the sport and will give drivers training, to ensure safety. Similarly we always welcome new stewards, in fact anyone is willing to help or compete and have an enjoyable and social weekend. At last a use for that horse or pony that is eating your grass and is getting fat and lazy. Why not join in with Horse Driving Trials. The society hold a variety of competitions throughout the year, starting in January with three indoor trials and later four outdoor mini-trials. Three shows are held, two of which include Osborne Refrigerater Qualifiers and the third is the two day show in August, also to encourage newcomers there is a Novice/Junior show in exercise vehicles. Interspersed with these events are the Skilled Driving field events which include team selection for the Inter-Insular with Guernsey and the Parish Teams event. Three Beach Scurries are also held in the long Summer evenings at low tide. We are always looking for new members and stewards. Contact us now! Rules of Constitution As passed by the members of the Society at a Special general meeting held on 9th June1992. A: Title The Society shall be known as the "Jersey Horse Driving Society" and shall be affiliated to the British Driving Society and also the Driving Trials Group. B: Objects To encourage and assist persons interested in the driving of horses and ponies. To act as the governing body to whom show committees can refer for guidance in framing conditions for harness classes other than those controlled by kindred societies or clubs. To encourage the promotion of such classes. To promote the general interests of horse and pony drivers by lectures, books, discussions and correspondence and to co-operate with any society or other authority. To authorise judges selected for their knowledge and practical experience in the various sections of harness work. To promote such social activities as may be deemed in the interests of the club.