1996

By 1996 Horse had been mauled by many thousands of small hands, his head was broken in several places, and the leather skin was falling apart. If he was to survive, (and, heaven forbid not go to the knackers yard) then a major operation was essential. We called in the local fully qualified and caring Horse Doctor and he set to work to repair the damage. The series of 'photos shown via the above link will be visible using Firefox, Opera or Safari. Horse says IE is a horses arse! Whilst Horse missed coming out on May Day, he soon reappeared for his young fans in the late spring. Horse, back and in great form
Here he is with some older fans! Horse with some older fans Now a jig to celebrate - with Nigel and Martin Horse doing a gentle jig
Bristol MM visited Silkeborg later in the year, and Horse met one of his old friends - Ilmington Horse. The Ilmington Horse nearly had a watery grave at the hands of these reprobates! Recognise them? Silurian Morris Men at Silkeborg Rinf Meeting, Denmark Dark Horse Stout And, what an honour! The year ended with a real highnote, Horse now has a fine beer, named in his honour and brewed by Master Brewer Nigel Farmer of Farmer's Ales. A Fine Pint Nigel! {Postscript 2008: alas Dark Horse is no longer brewed but try the Maldon Oyster Stout}