THE British Horse Society has awarded David Young of Horetown, Foulksmills, a Commendation for the freelance coach who has made the greatest difference to their students and the field of equestrian training in 2020.

David developed Horetown House Equestrian Centre into one of Ireland’s leading tourism-led riding schools over 40 years, and now shares his knowledge with riding school owners across the country through his work with AIRE.