Today harness racing, revived in the early '90s, is a throwback to those days when horse-driving skills were important to daily living. It's also fun to watch. Michael Cherry, president of the Bermuda Equestrian Federation, says the racing season starts in September and runs through March, with about 17 or 18 race meets during the year. In fact, harness racing is organized by the Bermuda Horse and Pony Driving Club, an affiliate of the Federation. The races usually take place on a Sunday afternoon at the National Equestrian Centre, on Vesey Street in Devonshire.
Spectators are welcome.
The Bermuda Equestrian Federation organizes horse shows that include jumping, dressage and equitation events. Golf Bermuda currently has more golf courses per square mile than any other country in the world. Check our Golf chapter for detailed description of our nine courses and for booking information. Here we'll give you a sampling of tournaments held on the island. All entry fees mentioned were accurate in 1998.