Welcome To The British Driving Society
Carriage Driving is one of the most exciting and popular equestrian pursuits in the country. The British Driving Society (BDS) was formed in 1957 and is the National organisation for a range of carriage driving activities. The aim of the Society is to support and encourage people interested in carriage driving. The BDS has branches for Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and a network of Area Commissioners and assistants covering the whole of the UK.
Training, competitions and social events are run in each locality throughout the year and with a network of coaches and instructors, the society can offer support and encouragement to safely enjoy carriage driving whatever you aspire to.
Your membership also includes Legal Liability Insurance.
Subscription Rates
Adult Membership
1 Adult Membership- A wide range of driving activities
- A Network of AC’s & Instructors on hand
- Free legal liability insurance
- Discounts on tests & Horse Passports
- Opportunity to attend BDS Events
- Subscription to the BDS Yearbook
- BDS Newsletter 3 times a year
Dual Membership
2 Adults (Same Address)- A wide range of driving activities
- A Network of AC’s & Instructors on hand
- Free legal liability insurance
- Discounts on tests & Horse Passports
- Opportunity to attend BDS Events
- Subscription to the BDS Yearbook
- BDS Newsletter 3 times a year
Young Driver
Under 18 Years- A wide range of driving activities
- A Network of AC’s & Instructors on hand
- Free legal liability insurance
- Discounts on tests & Horse Passports
- Opportunity to attend BDS Events
- Subscription to the BDS Yearbook
- BDS Newsletter 3 times a year
* European and the rest of the world memberships are also available.
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Society News
Spring Bonanza Results
Spring Bonanza ResultsClick on the button below to download the Results for the Spring BonanzaHours of OperationMON – FRI 10:00am – 4:00pm SAT ClosedSUN We are out DrivingTelephone01284-630591Hoste House, Whiting St, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 1NRDrop Us a Line Don't be...
Annual Show 2022
Awards for 2022Entries are now being taken for the Annual Show 2022.A very special year celebrating the Platinum Jubilee of HM the Queen. Please click here to download the Entry FormPlease click here to download the Schedule Hours of OperationMON – FRI 09:00am...
Drive for Fun 22
Registration is now open for D4F22.Please send your full name, address and membership number toantoniagallop@icloud.com to receive your welcome letter and logging sheets. All long reining and driven miles from your home or yard count towards a Gold, Silver or Bronze...
Hours of Operation
MON – FRI
10:00am – 4:00pm
SAT
Closed
SUN
We are out Driving
Telephone
01284-630591
Hoste House, Whiting St, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 1NR
Drop Us a Line
Don't be shy. Let us know if you have any questions!