Washington & Steyning Horse Show

From the collection of

Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton
Screen Archive South East at the University of Brighton collects, preserves, catalogues and provides public access to its collection of films and magic lantern slides. The collection charts the rise of screen culture in the region and the nation and captures many aspects of life, work and creativity in the South East from the late 19th century to the present day. It is available for research, screenings, creative re-use and commercial access.

Washington & Steyning Horse Show


This film of the Washington & Steyning Horse Show features a gymkhana, carriage racing and show-jumping - set against the backdrop of the Downs

This film by Dora Harmer, features the Washington & Steyning Horse Show held in the lea of the South Downs in West Sussex. It features a variety of horse show favourites like show-jumping and carriage racing.

The maker of this film, Dora Harmer, died in September 2009, aged 106 years of age.


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