06/20/2026
Fabulous visit to sort out the horses for the UK tandem events in July. Huge thank you to Abi, Pat, Russell and the entire Jayroc family for making this possible. Here’s a few pics of Ice & Jet on our last days drive. Bravo Zulu!
06/14/2026
Five turnouts gathered for the Mimosa Clubs “Find the Scarecrows” trail drive. 10 Scarecrows scattered throughout and winners are:
1. Team Hebert with 6
2 & 3. Team Picornell/Van den Hurk 7 found - time penalties = 5
4. Team Max & Anne
HC Team Van Sickle
After drive Pims & Mimosa’s a big hit!
Well Done! 👏👏👏👏
05/27/2026
Thank you Sam & Carriage Commentator. Drive On…. Attelage!
🇬🇧✈️ From Britain to Florida! ☀️🐴
Sam Searle joined an enthusiastic British contingent that travelled across the Atlantic to take part in the very first formal CIAT held in the USA 🇺🇸 — hosted by Paul Van Sickle at the stunning Tickety Boo Farm in Florida on 11th–12th April 2026.
From beautiful turnouts and traditional carriage driving to incredible hospitality and unforgettable experiences, this landmark event showcased the growing international passion for Attelage and carriage driving 🌴✨
Read Sam’s full report and discover what made Tickety Boo Farm such a special occasion 👇
https://www.carriagecommentator.com/articles/tickety-boo-farm-ciat/
Pictured: Sam Searle in the USA driving Paul Van Sickles Friesian pair Rio and Kismet, with judge Dr Tom Burgess, April 2026
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04/14/2026
Well, we did it! CIAT Tickety Boo three day, AIAT GB model, what an incredible team effort. I am speechless…. from Sam’s presentation, Ring Jousting, Luau, Presentation phase flawless turnouts, Routier, Roaring 20’s party, Cones & all turned out together for the prize giving awards ceremony. Glenda & I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Bravo Zulu! Congratulations 🍾
04/09/2026
Change to the Attelage schedule: The competitors briefing will now be Friday (tomorrow) at 5:30 in the Bonfire tent.
Please plan to attend the 2:00 presentation “What yo do when things go wrong”, by Sam Searle.