The Beaufort Boxing Day Hunt takes place near Didmarton, in the grounds of the spectacular Badminton Estate
The Beaufort Boxing Day Hunt takes place near Didmarton, in the grounds of the spectacular Badminton Estate. The earliest records of hounds being kennelled at Badminton date back to 1640 when the then Marquis of Worcester hunted mainly deer, but hare and fox as well. A detailed history can be accurately traced from 1728. Dukes of Beaufort have either hunted hounds themselves or have been in the Mastership since the title was created in 1682 and the hounds, kennels and stables still belong to them. The huntsmen now trace a scent put out for the hounds to follow. 26th December 2013.
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Location: Badminton Estate, Gloucestershire, England, UK
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