Summer Training

Summer training is usually of three weeks' duration, and takes place
at Bodney Camp, in Norfolk, as the camp is fully equipped with temporary
stabling for the horses, and is in the heart of the Norfolk countryside.

The main purpose is for the men to undergo vital training as a regiment
without the distraction of Public Duties (an absolute minimum staff remains
at Hyde Park Barracks during this period, to enable as many as possible
to attend annual training).

The facilities at Bodney Camp allow for much variation in riding experiences
- such as cross country, racing, and some competitive sports - as well as
allowing for the completion of Individual Training Directive (ITD) training
such as Basic Fitness Test (BFT), Combat Fitness Test (CFT), etc.,
and to provide a little "Green Army" training.

While at annual camp, they invariably receive visits by the Gold Sticks
- and Silver Stick - and yet they still find the wherewithal to hold
an Open Day for the general public.

Open Day (or Days)

For the Open Day, the Regiment displays its equestrian skills,
entertainment is sometimes provided by one of the two
regimental bands, there is usually a performance of the Musical Ride,
and - at the end of the day - they invariably raise a lot of money
for charities.

The images below are representative of some typical Open Days —

Amusements, Sideshows and Displays

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