From show ponies to working horses, these creatures have captured hearts for generations.
So the trusty steeds might not all be up to the standard of the Chatsworth Horse Trials, but that doesn’t stop them cantering off with the prizes at other shows around the county.
Over the years, many a beautiful horse has won trophies at Bakewell Show, Ashover Show and Barlow Show.
In the 17th century Chesterfield hosted horse races which were held at Whittington Moor until 1920 when housing was built on the site. Racecourse Road and Stand Road are reminders of the area’s sporting legacy.
Cantering into the 20th century, the market horse was a big tourist attraction in Chesterfield. This popular workhorse helped to clear discarded rubbish from the stalls in the town centre for around 30 years.
Over the years, many a beautiful horse has won trophies at Bakewell Show, Ashover Show and Barlow Show.
5. Good show
Action from the horse and carriage section at Bakewell Agricultural Show in 2007. Photo: Paul Robinson
6. Great result
Mid Derbyshire rider Danielle Radford and horse Good Golly Miss Molly won reserve championship at the Royal London Show in 2007. Photo: Brian Eyre
7. Winner's pride
Helen Spalton,15, of Stoney Middleton and her horse Honey Duke with the trophy they won in the national Intermediate Eventing Championships in Nottinghamshire. Photo: Paul Robinson
8. Clear jump
Jess Lound on Montgomery Parker at Barlow Horse Show in 2006. Photo: Bernard Jones