The emphasis in this manual is on building safe courses, and fences that inspire confidence - and which won't break the bank!

For too long, course building has been seen as a specialist field. This book changes that by laying out all the facets, from design to construction, making them easy to grasp and to put into practice.

Every profession has its trade secrets; course building is no exception. Here are the tricks and techniques of the professional, that enable the job to be done better, more cost effectively, and more easily.



'This guide really is as comprehensive as it gets - without seeming daunting. Well presented, well written and inspirational.' National Equine Student

'A recipe book for cross-country fences' Eventing USA

'Fantastically interesting book. With wonderful amusing moments, Hugh has written a winner' Ginny Elliot

'For competitors, organisers and course builders/designers alike .... a must' Ian Stark

'These pages truly reflect course design and course building from a horseman's perspective' Captain Mark Phillips

'I believe this book will be an extremely useful guide for designers and course builders at all levels, but especially those who do not yet have vast experience' Hugh Thomas