THE National Riding Festival has confirmed it will still be holding an event in Astley on August 18.

The festival's horsepower day at Mossbrook Stud Arena had been under threat because of the foot and mouth restrictions, but will definitely go ahead will include plenty of activities for the whole family such as equestrian displays, showjumping and falconry on horseback.

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