We are pleased to announce that Toby Jackson will be taking over as Area Commissioner for Area 36 from 1st January 2026. Toby has kindly provided a few words by way of introduction to himself and what he has planned for the coming year.

Toby Jackson

 Hi everyone – Welcome.   

With all of you we will succeed, without you, we will fail. Good luck and success to you all

Bore da pawb,  croeso.

Gyda pawb ohonoh chi fe newn ni llwyddianu,  hebddoch chi fe newn ni fethi,  pob lwc a llywyddiant I bawb.

Brief Introduction to my History: Carriage Driving

Bought first pony in 1998 (12hh Gypsy Cob), and thereafter trained and produce nine horses / ponies. A huge learning curve which immensely supported by many members of the Society.  I joined the BDS in about 2012

I’ve driven Singles, Pairs and a Team, enjoyed Private Driving at Area Shows and at BDS Wales events with some success.

Have constantly continued Continuing Professional development in Carriage Driving assisting when and where possible, the development of events and carriage driving in our area.

Hobbies:  Fly fishing and Carriage Driving

Brief review of Area 36 – Carriage Driving 2026

Busy year ahead!

Evenings:

We will offer six “Clonc” (Welsh for chatter / news) evenings across the year allowing us all to meet, greet and renew aquaintances and make new friends. 

Please let me know which of these topics, or any other ideas / topics you may enjoy at our “Clonc” evenings. We hope to bring Guest Speakers in our Clonc evenings thro’ the year covering a selection of the following:

Included may be talks, practical demonstrations / discussions covering:     

1          Long reining / producing / handling

2          Heavy working horses

3          Valued  hints, explanations and tales relating to:

4          Carriage making Wheelwright 

5          Using the Internet: Good and bad – Buying and Selling

6          Harness making and repairs

7          Equine Physiotherapy

8          Carriage repairs & maintenance

9          Bitting for Carriage Driving

10       Vets & Worming

11        Horse Nutrition

In addition, we hope a varied Diary of Drives / Events for 2026 which we hope will prove both rewarding and interesting.

Whats not to like in Glorious West Wales. 

The seasons Spring Summer, Autumn and Winter will again accompany our enjoyment and participation.

Gentle lanes, old Churches, valleys, vistas, rivers, old stone bridges, hedgerows, wooded slopes, hostelries, picnics, bubbling streams, Forestry, off road driving, BBQ’s, Quiz challenges, a combined Fun Driving day & Trec,

Great company, companionship and a depth of experience and knowledge to share is offered. If you haven’t already tried off road driving challenges which test Drivers and equines – come along and enjoy – these are not competitions and have no pressure, just enjoyment.  Lastly, simply enjoy delightful driving thro’ our everchanging spectacular Countryside. 

Cymru am byth