Riding the Clydesdale in Scotland

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Meet Scotland's Largest Horse Breed and Join me for a ride on an 18.0hh Stallion! In this episode I head to Blackstone Clydesdales in Scotland to experience this majestic breed!
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00:00 Riding Every Horse Breed
00:26 A True Clydesdale Experience
01:20 Meeting the Horses
05:36 A Special Moment with Eddy
07:36 Quest Ride!
12:00 World Famous Kelpies

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@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

What is your favorite thing about Clydesdales?🐎

@nozee77 Жыл бұрын

Never had the pleasure to meet one. But their colouring is just stunning and special. 💚 Have you ridden an Arabian yet? Or an Akhal Theke?

@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

I agree, I was so impressed with each one I met at Blackstone Clydes! Thanks for watching. 😊 I rode an Arabian for a "ride and tie" race demonstration early on in my Quest, but I am planning to feature the breed in a longer episode as well. I met a few Akhal-Tekes when I was filming the Kuda Padi in Malaysia but planning to film them in Turkmenistan.

@pamgrat5126 Жыл бұрын

Everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@nozee77 Жыл бұрын

@@DiscoverTheHorse Thank you for answering, looking forward to it! Couldn't find the mentioned ones in your vids, guess I need to take another dive into your history. 🤓

@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

🥰 Here is the Ride and Tie episode: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bbB9iaaHndmsXac.html Kuda Padi in Malaysia (You can see the Akhal-Teke at the 3:40 mark): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h76YdquZ1tS4o40.html

@sandrasmith16 Жыл бұрын

First horse I sat on was a clydie named Sally at 6 months old. I grew up doing stuff with her for such a long time. She would put her head right down so I could fumble around putting her bridle on and her working collar. She was the first horse I ever fell off. There were I think 5 of us kids on her. The one on her rump slid and we all fell off. She just tuned her head and looked at us " like what are you all doing there" . I am 100% positive that she is where my love of horses has come from. They are truly the gentle giants of the horse world

@lever0811 Жыл бұрын

fell off of. wow it's a long way down.

@sandrasmith16 Жыл бұрын

@@lever0811 It sure was but we were kids and didn't care and Sally was so sweet and gentle. My Uncle laughed so much and we all did too when we dusted ourselves off

@claymon1956 Жыл бұрын

I rode one to school in the morning walked home after They had a logging camp near the one room school where about 12 students attended.There was two Clydesdales and a couple of Shires.The gentile giants are my favorite horse breed .

@ravvlogs6418 8 ай бұрын

Hi Lisa, First of all your videos are really amazing and heart warming and secondly, I don’t know if you ever heard about Indian Marwari horses or not , if you not then you must check out Marwari stallion, they are famous for their height, beauty, and specially ears. Their ears can turn 180 degrees and when both the ears turn inwards , they form heart shape because the tip of the ears are little curly. They look beautiful.

@muffassa6739 Жыл бұрын

Seeing the gentle giants plus the wonderful breeder does not dock their beautiful tails!! Bless you 🙏 ♥

@princessmoonwalker Жыл бұрын

It's illegal to dock tails in the UK

@boyinblue. Жыл бұрын

@@princessmoonwalker As it should be everywhere

@princessmoonwalker Жыл бұрын

@@boyinblue. Agreed

@staceymavilia9510 Жыл бұрын

Do you know why they historically docked tails? Because if the reins go under the tail and the horse clinches it's tail down, you have no control.

@princessmoonwalker Жыл бұрын

@@staceymavilia9510 Did you know that docking a horse's tail is cruel? That's why it's illegal in the UK

@chloemarshall101 Жыл бұрын

Favourite thing about a clydesdale? Their sheer size and power! Absolutely amazing animals

@frankschlanker Жыл бұрын

I visited Blackstones Clydesdales today and it was an absolute pleasure being around these incredible animals. I would urge anyone to go along and support these animals and the people.. Run by lovely people who are soooo friendly and giving of their time.

@alfbittner6489 Жыл бұрын

Their so big but gentle. So wonderful to see them in full flight.

@newfmomx2 Жыл бұрын

The first time I saw the Budweiser Clydesdales I was HOOKED. And the first time I sat on a pony in one of those pony walkers where there are 5 or 6 and they walk around and around, I was completely in love and knew I had to have a horse. I've had 7 horses in my life, unfortunately none were a Clyde or any type of draft horse. Now I'm 65 and, really shouldn't ride anymore, age and old injuries keep my feet on the ground. But I would NEVER give up the chance to ride a Clyde or any draft just once.

@graciewright8439 Жыл бұрын

These horses look very happy and calm this man definitely looks after these beautiful horses and the landscape is magical, as well as the horses.

@sweetmele4620 Жыл бұрын

The Clydesdale are magnificent stunningly gorgeous 🥰

@davidsonbenson9830 Жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing

@dic2504 Жыл бұрын

So fun to see this video! I own a 16hh Clydesdale cross (Dutch Harness Horse) that is the best horse ever! I'm a 58 year old re-rider and I couldn't ask for a more comfortable, kind, gentle horse. He is black with tall white stockings, looks like a giant pony. He is just a lovely, kind, easy horse.❤

@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

Awww, he sounds wonderful!

@wendyburton-smith1165 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this wonderful video I had my own horse, Bramble, for 21 years until she passed away three years ago at the grand old age of 30. She was a shire cross and I could take her anywhere- she was so gentle and well behaved! I'll look forward to seeing more of your videos ❤️🐴

@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Wendy! Bramble sounds like she was a wonderful horse and friend! So sorry for your loss. 🤗

@cden409 Жыл бұрын

I’ve always been in awe of them. So majestic and seem to be real gentle giants. Thank you for sharing

@robertabray-enhus3198 Жыл бұрын

I love the big breeds!! I’ve always been more comfortable on them. And they’re just so chill His trot and canter look so smooth

@ElaineParr Ай бұрын

I know nothing about horses but this video was just wonderful. What a magnificent horse this gentle giant is and how splendid they looked cantering and galloping…..far more agile than I thought possible. I could (sadly) just imagine them as war horses with a mounted knight….I’d have turned and fled just at the sight.

@DavidFraser007 Жыл бұрын

Clydesdales are the most beautiful horses. My Grandad was brought up using working Clydesdales in the North East of Scotland. He still had a pale, almost white Clydesdale called Donald which he used for forestry work. Donald was usually in a field behind my Grandparents cottage, he always ran over to me when I called his name, he liked nibbling my hair, many happy times with old Donald.

@kristinetwenty9374 Жыл бұрын

Im massive in love with Scotland, and now I have more reasons to be !! WOW!! SO beautiful!

@didavies3689 Жыл бұрын

Just like the natives lol

@nba2kaii12 3 ай бұрын

@@didavies3689as we should be

@alexandra2jerry 3 ай бұрын

If you are a horse/animal lover, what’s not to love about Clydesdale horse. Everything about them is magnificent. Their sheer size is jaw dropping alone but what melts your heart is that they are so gentle. In contrast you have the scrappy little Shetland pony who are Holy Terrors 😂

@mreckes9967 Жыл бұрын

When my dear old Dad was growing up on a farm in Scotland they didn't have a tractor until after the war (WWII) and used teams of Clydesdale's, I have some great old photo's of him and his brothers posing with them. He always had a love for draft horses in general and I inherited some great books on them. Plus great memories of him tell us stories as children about them.

@tracyjohnson2992 Жыл бұрын

Everything about the Clydesdales is magical. They are one of the calmest breeds on the planet. they rarely spook and they are solid as a rock but very gentle too and they are super curious especially of children. Super smart and surprisingly agile they were draught horse for pulling beer carts back in the day and they also used as war horses as well as your basic farm work. Anheiser Busch heard about the slow decline in the numbers of the Clydesdales and brought a few of them and brought them to his stables to help rebuild the numbers of the Clydesdale, He has one of the largest collections of Clydesdales anywhere in the world now and treats them all like kings. The Clydesdale breed was put on the endangered list about 10-20 years ago but with the pride in the Scottish Heritage breed they are doing their best to breed them to help bring the numbers up to ensure the the Clydesdale horse stays around for a long, long time. Thank the lord for that. The most graceful animal in my book. such a cool breed.

@genwatson4834 Жыл бұрын

I have never been fortunate enough to ride a Clydesdale, but my favorite thing about them is attached to one of my favorite memories. My parents took me for my first trip to the New York State Fair when I was six. The Budweiser Clydesdales were there as featured guests. Those horses had hooves bigger than my face, but were gentle enough to let a strange little kid pet them!

@emiliaducks Жыл бұрын

My family had a Clydesdale but I was very young (18 months) I usually sat on him because he was a gentle giant. He was very sick so he sadly passed away but we will never forget him

@annetteallison9087 Жыл бұрын

My niece Skye Allison went riding here on a Clydesdale when she was just about 8 years old - amazing horse!

@laurelb1962 Жыл бұрын

They are MAGNIFICENT ❤️

@specterman2000 Жыл бұрын

The first draft horses I ever rode were Clydesdale horses. They were at a breeding ranch in Grass Valley, California and I also got to ride their breeding stallion. His name was Freddie, he was a big beautiful red roan horse and he was like a big dog who liked to lick my hand every time I would pet his nose.

@barbll000 Жыл бұрын

My first horse ride was on my grandfather’s Clydesdales. I was about 3 and totally horse mad. While at the farm I’d ask him every hour when was it time I could ride the horse. My mom took a photo-I was tiny and of course the horse was huge. I’d hold the mane in my hands and I remember I’d have to scrunch my toes to keep my too large boots from falling off. I loved every second. In winter we were going to the woods for lumber and he had a large sleigh and you stand at the front edge and hold the reins and he let me drive the horses. Such happy memories. I would totally love to own a Clydesdale now. If I could get a horse, that’s what I’d want.

@davidsonbenson9830 Жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing

@frenzyviz6296 Жыл бұрын

I rode a clydesdale once, years ago. He was the best horse I ever rode. 😊💜

@xhogun8578 Жыл бұрын

Though a big horse I always love the way they move and with their feathering it makes them look so graceful.

@PLS.54 Жыл бұрын

Yes!

@Nonsequitoria2010 Жыл бұрын

They have such a friendly temperament for such large animals. Such sweeties! Blackstone Clydesdales is definitely going on my list of things to do when I visit Scotland someday. What an experience. :)

@TheAvista21 Жыл бұрын

Magical, fairytale horses. Gorgeous place. Thank you for sharing. I would love that experience!

@sandygreene7012 Жыл бұрын

It's probably the first time I've seen a Clydesdale with a natural tail. It's so beautiful

@randidaeger157 Жыл бұрын

I love your quest. It is wonderful to get a peek into the lives of horse people. These animals are magnificent and your videos are about them, not you. Quite refreshing in this “selfie” culture. Thank you for a genuine experience.

@ritagraham8578 Жыл бұрын

I just loved that whole video. I was smiling the whole time. How amazing to ride such a magnificent animal like that. I wanted to be there so bad.

@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rita!

@irishkazolotse Жыл бұрын

Wow, they are huge, unreally awesome! And we also could see the owner is adoring his horses...

@lorihogge4569 Жыл бұрын

Just love them ...I rescued one ...we got off to a tough start...she had been in kill pin...took a while to gain her trust ...which I did ...she's the sweetest thing ever. ...I adore her. Ur video blessed me

@marydonohoe8200 Жыл бұрын

Sunny was so happy that he was able to get out and gallop! Neighing for joy. Love it! These heavy horses are my favorites because of their serene, sweet temperament. I’m thrilled that they are still valued and continue to be bred. I do wish I could ride one!

@sandramills6403 Жыл бұрын

Love the big heavy horses the Clydedales & the Shires , lovely to watch , thanks for the video ☺

@katebaxter1160 Жыл бұрын

I own a Clydesdale cross. He’s a stocky 15.2. He’s amazing. Very funny. Full of character snd super powerful but very gentle. I love him to bits. I’ve enjoyed watching you ride these beautiful Clydesdales. You rode beautifully. The horses were all fantastic and looked super healthy. Xx

@claireveitch3637 Жыл бұрын

Awww they are amazing horses and John Duncan and family have an amazing place there, that’s my home town Cumnock,born and bred, I had a gypsy vanner for years but always wanted a Clydesdale xx they are beautiful xx

@EquineMetalhead 4 ай бұрын

Wow what an amazing breed. Clydesdales truly are a magnificent horse. Sunny definitely stole the show, out of all the Clydesdales in this video, he is my favorite. He just took my breath away at his size and coloring. He’s like a silver bay roan which is so beautiful. I also love how sweet yet prideful he is, perfect combination. My favorite thing about Clydesdales has to be just their size. The fact that they can get up 18.0 hands and 1800 pounds is insane. They are so big! Loved this video, it was so fun to watch ❤

@edwinbest9256 Жыл бұрын

Have been to Scotland twice (home of my Kerr ancestors) but didn’t know this place existed! If we go back it is Most certainly on my bucket list! Friendly Scots, typical of where Southern hospitality came from, and gorgeous horses. As someone who grew up riding cattle herding horses here in Florida, this place and it’s Clydesdales is amazing!

@radioactiverobin8245 Жыл бұрын

I've always loved big animals the best, and draft horses are my favorite horses! I didn't know Clydesdales came in such a variety of colors, I'd only seen the Budweiser ones before. I did get to see them in person at our local fair & rodeo once when I was a kid. Sunny is absolutely gorgeous!

@purplepaint3492 Жыл бұрын

The first time i rode was when i was around 7, i rode a Clydesdale called Rum-pole and he was the most gentle giant. I was so tiny but loved him, the stables shut down and i miss him but he served me so well.

@emmaoconnell6168 Жыл бұрын

Aww beautiful big fellas!! There is something magical about having a huge horse 💜 I have a huge stationbred, never measured but he's got to be at least 18hh...I'm 168cm and have to reach for his wither!! These boys are gorgeous- thanks for sharing!!

@_Chessa_ Жыл бұрын

I developed my love of the Clydesdale when I got to pet them and they were so so soft. Same for the Percherons. Loved them!

@christinamuller1741 Жыл бұрын

In my eyes the Draft breeds are the most beautiful horses in the world. What a beautiful experience!

@Gunners_Mate_Guns 4 күн бұрын

Agreed Clydes, Belgians, Shire, Percherons...wow.

@philippamediwake1235 Жыл бұрын

Heart meltingly gorgeous & the owner is wonderful with his horses ❤ Super video!

@justseekingtruth3998 Жыл бұрын

Sunny is beautiful!! Isn't that the best ride you've ever had? Like riding a cloud 💜 That place is awesome 👍

@deborahfenley5825 Жыл бұрын

First word that comes to mind, Majestic. I could watch them for days.

@lesliewalling2678 2 ай бұрын

I'm jealous. What an experience. There are too many things I love about Clydesdales to name one favorite quality. Their majestic beauty, their wonderful and kind spirits, their size

@christinafragis7224 Жыл бұрын

Great video as always ! Such lovely gentle giants and the scottish landscape just beautiful!

@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Christina!

@davidsonbenson9830 Жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing

@EHB4323 Жыл бұрын

Such beautiful animals!!! And Blackstone Clydesdale's is a very fine-looking farm!

@aquamarine5180 Жыл бұрын

Clydesdales are one of my favorite breeds. Their gentleness is what I love the most. They are such a gift. It was amazing to see how gentle the horse was laying down, not alarmed by a stranger. He even allowed himself to be a bed! Thank you for filming, it was fun to see Scotland and hear that Scottish accent! Kathy from Indiana

@clairemcmahon9392 Жыл бұрын

This is an amazing wee video. I love horses but have a special place in my heart for Clydesdales. You are so lucky to be able to get up close and ride Sonny. He is a Total Powerhouse. I love these breeds.

@Strigulino Жыл бұрын

7:14 “What has it got in its pocketses?” 😆

@DiscoverTheHorse Жыл бұрын

😆😆

@sethrivers5303 Жыл бұрын

"Is it tasty? Is it crunchable? It wouldn't SAY, precious!"

@zaralunden3202 Жыл бұрын

So wonderful to see these beautiful horses WITH their whole tails in tact. Too many, like the Budweiser Clydesdales, have their tails cruelly docked.

@phyllisnunn2061 Жыл бұрын

Agree!

@trinefj11 Жыл бұрын

im pretty sure its not allowed there, they do dock them for safety, they are horses bred to pull wagons and their tail can easly get caught in the harnesses! they do save them if they pull and leave a bit to do the bun, better safe then sorry

@joannakennedy6005 Жыл бұрын

@@trinefj11 It's not right to dock horses, dogs tails so don't make excuses!

@fionnmaccumhaill3257 Жыл бұрын

@@joannakennedy6005 Dog tails and dog ears are done for appearance sake and there is no justification for it. The other fella just explained a legitimate reason for docking tails of a work horse. Hysterical women such as yourself give fodder and lends legitimacy to labels like "Karen".

@trinefj11 Жыл бұрын

@@joannakennedy6005 hair gets trapped and pulls out, thats not nice for the horse, theres a reason why they do it

@joachrisco Жыл бұрын

I had the pleasure of riding a Belgium mare. I got her up to a run and I felt as if I could feel the ground move. Some horses ride like a bumpy road but my mare, she was like a Rolls-Royce.

@alexandra2jerry 3 ай бұрын

Belgian 🥰

@chabsrule. Жыл бұрын

A neglected Skewbald Shetland pony changed my life 26yrs ago, now 32yrs old and going strong. Loves to follow me around and we have him at home with us.

@sheldonnolan1459 Жыл бұрын

Hello guys, who could not love this breed. They are big and sweet natured. It's lovely to see the different colours on each of them.

@lrg613 Жыл бұрын

I will never forget the Clydesdale-Morgan cross I trained with in the 1980s. He would galumph up to the jump, sail over like a ballerina and then land with a boom. He was amazing! We all stopped to watch him which got the trainer angry. We didn’t care. He was beauty in motion!

@WildWomanBushcraft Жыл бұрын

Amazing horses! Love your natural personality!

@gloriaoconnor3336 Жыл бұрын

Such extraordinary horses!! I rode Clydesdales for a few years in New Jersey, USA... Unforgettable in every way!! 🐴♥️🐴

@cindywernert1605 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely love the big breeds! Thanks for sharing!

@mingram008 3 ай бұрын

Outstanding! We just bought a black Percheron that stands 17.2. He’s basically a rescue that was deserving better than what he was getting. Standing in a stall for a year in muck, bad teeth, poor hoof confirmation and an infection due to the teeth. He’s coming along nicely and is a really good boy. There are a couple other drafts at the stables we’re at one is a shire. Mr Tango is HUGE! Gotta love the biguns!!!❤️

@eveningstar1 Жыл бұрын

what incredible horses and a magnificent part of the world!!

@Dwayneff Жыл бұрын

simply gorgeous is all I can say, you can tell just how attuned to nature Scotland is....Gorgeous horses.

@thegrumpyhorticulturist Жыл бұрын

I'm overweight and used to ride western. I thought my riding days were done until I went to Moscow, ID las week and my Dad rented us some time with a pair of working Clydesdales. He's 300lbs and I'm 200lbs after having a baby. These guys are my new favorite breed! They're so damn strong! Took us all through the hilly parts of rural Idaho. I loooove these horses. I want to lease one or a Gypsy vanner some day.

@psychedforlife7176 Жыл бұрын

Omg! I'm overweight and live near Moscow! My dream of riding might be possible! Thank you!

@vicc1193 Жыл бұрын

They are such a calm breed even the stallions are so calm the shire is alot like their clysdale relatives

@heyitsisela6482 Жыл бұрын

I just love Clydesdales! So gentle and easy in every way ❤️

@ssharpe9869 4 ай бұрын

Loved the video. Such special horses in such a beautiful place.

@coolclearfacts6105 Жыл бұрын

These horsees are so beautiful, Thanks for posting.

@pjleary7063 10 ай бұрын

Had a fab ride on Bonnie Lass with Riley on the Bothwell estate Sept, 2022. Loved finding this video where I relived some of those big, beautiful Clydesdale moments with Blackstone's big lads and lassies. Thank you! Now on to your other Scottish breed videos.

@pollyseibert9281 Жыл бұрын

Oh how I enjoyed this video, so majestic so gentle delightful to jist look at them thank you soooo much!

@anneterry3660 Жыл бұрын

Only once did I have the opportunity to ride a large breed horse (I do not remember the exact) except it takes exceptional balance with the horses broad back, however, the calm nature is to fall in love with.

@lynneh.3505 Жыл бұрын

What a cool video!! I LOVE how personable and happy all of these horses seem. What an amazing experience, riding such a magnificent animal in such beautiful countryside. I rode a Percheron years ago - he was awesome. But never more than a trot. Seeing these beauties running in the open fields was awe inspiring and looked like such fun! What a lovely, lovely farm.

@ashlingofAsh7580 Жыл бұрын

You found a great breeder!! Love the stalls and all the land. It's all so beautiful. Lucky lady!!!!

@lisalidehall4247 Жыл бұрын

Love that he’s too busy having fun, jumping around that he can’t keep up with the lead horse 😂 so cute! ❤

@kriskay7012 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video, really enjoyed it. My favorite thing about the Clydesdale is their sweet calm nature. Going to add them to my list of horse breeds that I would like to ride. 💖🐴

@kashesan Жыл бұрын

Fantastic! What beautiful horses they are.

@alisontabernor6332 Жыл бұрын

What magnificent horses! I love Clydesdales ❤️

@davidsonbenson9830 Жыл бұрын

Hello how are you doing

@bluekatgal7300 11 ай бұрын

Born in St Louis, Mo. and the first time I saw them was Bud team at a store pulling the wagon. Magnificent. Just a little kid in 1953 but it stuck with me. They are my favorite horse breed. I now live in the desert southwest of USA.

@sonnenhut2868 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for taking us with you… these horses are giants with a big heart for humans…. Greetings from Germany

@candacethompson7489 Жыл бұрын

I so enjoyed this video and these glorious horses!

@7thMack Жыл бұрын

I love all horses, (mine especially) but the monster-sized beasts really get my heart racing. They’re spectacular.

@degraham9198 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This was wonderful.

@user-tj8jr6gg9c 8 ай бұрын

They are big beautiful,gentle,majestic horses.What an experience.❤

@alanmoffat4680 Жыл бұрын

My grandfather, Alexander Moffat of Warrill Bank Farm via Harrisville in SE Qld bred and showed these horses and won many a prize in Agricultural Shows. He and his siblings and mother, emigrated to Qld. from SE Scotland and had working horses on their farm there with a corn mill at Milton Bridge.

@sherrileeslade6557 6 ай бұрын

Just amazing to watch you ride them

@zenon999 5 ай бұрын

Magnifique!God bless Horses Scotland on all my friends, they are living there! ❤

@Asbestbros Жыл бұрын

Shoutout to the camera man or woman for getting such amazing shots

@kathyhepler382 Жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFUL video 📸📸. Gorgeous horses¡¡¡!

@Brineytoes Жыл бұрын

They are such gorgeous, noble animals! I have always been smitten!

@peterhodges6684 Жыл бұрын

Looks like my kind of place, so majestic ! Absolutely gorgeous !

@kateterure9824 11 ай бұрын

What a wonderful page. I've ridden a Clydesdale. He was about 3 years old and a lot quicker and lively than I was expecting. He was a beautiful ride and one I'll never forget.