Are you a horsey kind of person? Sixty of the animals, from the cavalry to pack ponies, will be at Beamish Museum this weekend to tell the story of First World War horses. Horses at War, from April 13 to 15, will showcase magnificent creatures, demonstrating the role of horses and ponies during the First World War, both on the battlefields and on the Home Front. The impressive 16th Lancers Cavalry Unit will set up their encampment in The Pit Village and give displays of horsemanship. Completing the military scene will be the 29th Field Kitchen, a horse-drawn field kitchen, and farriery demonstrations. Nearby, in the band hall, there will be the opportunity to find out about the work of The Brooke Charity, set up in 1930 by Dorothy Brooke to help former war horses, and is still today dedicated to the welfare of working horses and donkeys. Chris Thompson, Keeper of Animals and Land Engagement, said: “Horses at War is one of our most popular events. Visitors have the opportunity to discover the role of horses, ponies and mules during the First World War, and see splendid animals and vehicles at work in appropriate period settings.” Visitors can travel… Read full this story
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