Hemyock Castle
Ancient Heart of the Blackdowns

After the Ban: Boxing Day Meet, 2005

Master & Hounds

Photo of hounds at Hemyock's Boxing Day 2005 Meet.

Hemyock's traditional Boxing Day Meet, the first following the new Hunting with Dogs Act was held on Monday 26th December 2005.

The "Master"

Photo of Master addressing the Meet.

The "Taunton Vale Harriers" and crowds of people thronged the centre of Hemyock: Wearing his traditional green rather than "Hunting Pink," the Harrier's "Master" addressed the Meet.

Stirrup Cups

Photo of staff serving food.

The Catherine Wheel provided traditional "Stirrup Cups" and refreshments.

Riding Out

Photo of hounds and riders leaving.

The Harriers rode south from Hemyock, up Cornhill and Castle Hill.

The Hunting with Dogs Act came into force at midnight on 17th February 2004.

Boxing Day 2004: Hemyock's Last Hunt?