Group ride raises awareness of 'pass wide and slow' message

A national campaign to educate motorists on how they can safely pass horses on the road included a ride in the Morpeth area.
By Andrew Coulson
Published 22nd Sep 2022, 16:20 BST
Updated 22nd Sep 2022, 16:20 BST
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The Pass Wide and Slow Awareness Ride took place on Sunday (September 18) with 14 horses/ponies and riders.

Bernie Browne, one of the organisers said: “We started with a minute’s silence for the late Queen Elizabeth II before heading off for 6.5 miles – starting from Calla Equestrian at Benridge Moor then onto Abshields, Stanton, Pigdon and back to Calla.

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“The roads were fairly busy and I can happily say that drivers, cyclists, motorbike riders and other forms of traffic were all extremely respectful around the horses and ponies. Giving us room and passing slowly.

The locations covered during the ride included Benridge Moor, Abshields, Stanton and Pigdon.The locations covered during the ride included Benridge Moor, Abshields, Stanton and Pigdon.
The locations covered during the ride included Benridge Moor, Abshields, Stanton and Pigdon.

“It was a pleasant surprise and lovely to be able to relax and enjoy the ride.

“My fell pony Solo played his part in the minute’s silence. He is cousin to the Queen’s fell pony Carltonlima Emma (they share a grandfather).”

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